The Conversation with Nadine Matheson

Watch the full video on YouTube In this episode of The Conversation with Nadine Matheson, I am thrilled to welcome the insightful Ali Harris , a talented author whose latest novel, This Wasn’t Meant to Happen, bravely tackles the profound themes of grief and loss. Ali shares her personal journey, reflecting on her experience with baby loss and how it influenced her writing process. We discuss the...

Watch On YouTube: I'm delighted to welcome Winnie M Li, an award winning author, activist and Professor of Creative Writing. We dive deep into her latest novel, What We Left Unsaid , a poignant road trip story that follows three estranged Asian American siblings as they journey along Route 66 to confront their past and reconnect with their ailing mother. Winnie shares her insights on the complexit...

Watch on YouTube In this episode of The Conversation with Nadine Matheson, I am excited to welcome the talented Indyana Schneider , a multifaceted writer and opera singer. We explore Indiana's unique journey through the worlds of music and literature, discussing how her diverse experiences have shaped her creative process. Indyana shares her insights on balancing her singing career with her writin...

Watch as a full video on YouTube On this week's episode, we are talking about a scarcity of books for the Booker Prize and wondering if that is due to poor books or too narrow a category for prizes. Plus, we join the Alchemised train and wonder if fanfic turned to publishing gold shows publishers are unwilling to gamble on new stories, and more generally discuss how risk-averse the industry can be...

Joining me is the multifaceted Kelechi Okafor , a writer, presenter, actress, social commentator, and podcast host. Join us as we dive into Kelechi's journey, exploring her debut novel ' Awakened' , a gripping tale that blends speculative fiction with crime, set against the backdrop of London. Kelechi shares her experiences navigating the complexities of the publishing world, discussing the challe...

Joining me for a coffee break is Jonnie Fielding , also known as Bowl of Chalk, a remarkable tour guide and author. We dive into his latest book, Why Is Downing Street Painted Black? And 364 Fun London Facts , which promises to entertain and educate readers with quirky and fascinating insights about London. Jonnie shares his journey from a tour guide to a published author, revealing how his passio...

In this episode of The Conversation with Nadine Matheson, I am thrilled to welcome debut author Louise Hegarty, whose captivating novel Fair Play is taking the literary world by storm. Join us as we delve into Louise's journey from writing short stories to crafting her first novel, exploring the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. Louise shares her insights on the intricacies of plott...

Watch as a full video on YouTube On this week's episode we share some exciting awards news involving Tariq and Marco (both winners at the recent Bloody Scotland Crime Writing Festival!), Nadine reveals a new cover (check her instagram to see it!), plus we discuss the latest in the Anthropic settlement, wonder about whether cosy crime is a reductive term, and in the wake of the Evelyn Clark author...

Kathryn Sharman joins me for the first coffee break of season four to talk about her debut novel The Family at Number 23 , a compelling psychological thriller, exploring the complex relationships between the characters Laura and Iris, two friends navigating the challenges of life, motherhood, and the pursuit of status. Catherine shares her journey of writing this novel, revealing how personal expe...

Welcome back to The Conversation with Nadine Matheson! In this episode, I am delighted to welcome the talented author Clemence Michelon , whose latest novel Our Last Resort is captivating readers everywhere. Join us as we explore Clemence's journey from journalist to novelist, delving into the challenges and triumphs that have shaped her writing career. Clemence shares her unique insights on manag...

Welcome to Season Four of The Conversation with Nadine Matheson! In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome author Amy Jordan, whose gripping new novel, The Dark Hours , is making waves in the literary world. Join us as we delve into Amy's fascinating writing journey, exploring the twists and turns that led her to become a published author. Amy shares her insights on the realities of the publishing...

Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast. Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode of 'Coff...

Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast. Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this special Sum...

Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast. Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- What happens after you g...

Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast. Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- In this special Sum...

Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast. Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Kate Ruby, renowned auth...

Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations fr  Page One: The Writer’s Podcast . Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! ------------------------------------------------------------ In this special Summer Rewind episode of&nbs...

Send us a text Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast . Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! -------------------------------------- Ever wondered what really happens during a writer's deadline...

Send us a text While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast . Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Four powerful voices in crime fiction unite in this capti...

Send us a text Welcome to the Summer Break Rewind! While The Conversation takes a short summer break, I’ll be sharing fan-favourite episodes from Season Three, along with brilliant conversations from Page One: The Writer’s Podcast . Season Four returns in September until then, enjoy the rewind! -------------------------------------- Sunday Times bestselling author Karen Swan , takes us on a journe...

Send us a text Buy Me A Cup of Coffee and exclusive ' The Conversation' Merch Ever wondered what happens after you land that dream literary agent? Award-winning journalist and novelist Lisa Rookes pulls back the curtain on publishing's hidden realities in this eye-opening conversation with Nadine Matheson. Lisa shares her journey from early agent excitement (receiving eight offers o...

Send us a text What happens when you dare to change direction in your 50s? Niloufar Lamakan 's creative journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Transitioning from economics and technology to award-winning interior design and published fiction, all beginning in her late 40s. Her debut novel "Aged to Perfection"   features a 60-year-old protagonist navigating dating and sexuality,...

Send us a text What does success mean when you've spent your life running away rather than running towards something? Marcia Hutchinson's journey from a challenging childhood in Bradford to acclaimed debut novelist offers profound insights into resilience, creativity, and learning to celebrate life's achievements. As Marcia Hutchinson celebrates her recognition as one of the Observe...

Send us a text Patricia Marques joins us for the final Coffee Break of Season 3 to discuss "The Burning Woman," the fourth and concluding novel in her Inspector Reis series. For readers who enjoy their crime fiction with a speculative twist, this finale delivers a satisfying end to character arcs while introducing a complex serial killer investigation. The Inspector Reis Series   The Col...

Send us a text What happens when you accidentally walk into the wrong room? For Clare Mackintosh , it launched an unexpected police career that would eventually lead to her Sunday Times Bestselling debut, 'I Let You Go' . In this fascinating conversation, Clare shares the surprising twists that led her from management studies to policing to becoming an author with over three million book...