Writers Advice Podcast

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the queen of Rom-Com's Sally Thorne. Hot off the huge success of the movie adaption of her book, The Hating Game. Sally's new book Angelika Frankenstein Meets Her Match. On this episode Sally and I talk about: - Beginning her writing journey in Fan-Fiction and building her writing community and creating contacts. - The inital idea that began T...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Alison Reynolds who is hot on the debut launch of her first adult book: The Near Daphne Experience. On this episode Alison and I talk about: - Changing genres from childrens books to adult - Writing during the pandemic - Making writing your full time career and the best ways to do this - Finding your voice and being the best writer you can aut...

This week I was privileged to be joined with the wonderful UK rom-com author Lia Louis. Lia has just launched her fourth book The Key To My Heart which is available in all good bookstores now. We chat about the initial idea of how The Key To My Heart came to be as well as: Lia's journey to becoming a writer Being inspired by life The inside brain of a creative Letting go of fear, imposter syndrome...

This week on the podcast i am joined by Australian author, Bronwyn Birdsall who is hot on her release of her brand new novel, Time & Tide In Sarajevo, (which I highly reccomend everyone getting their hands on!) Bronwyn gives us so much great advice on gaining feedback, mentoring, the gap between your taste and skill & the importance of morning pages. Download the first pages of my brand ne...

This week on the Writers Advice podcast I am joined by musician, singer, songwriter and author, Aviva! We dive into all things creativity, the importance of expressing creativity, setting time for the things that you want to do and create in the world, dreaming bit and making it happen! Download the first pages of my brand new book 'Have We Met Before?' HERE Join the Writers Advice Podcast members...

This week on Writers Advice I'm going solo, answering all your questions on my debut romance novel - Have We Met Before? I chat about my journey to becoming a writer, inspiration, my creative process, how Have We Met Before came to be and what's next. Search for Have We Met before on Amazon or purchase at bookdepositry -Have We Met Before? : Olivia Hillier : 9781800163973 (bookdepository.com) Read...

On this weeks episode of the Writers Advice Podcast is Australian Young Adult Paranormal and Fantasy author - Shana Caldwell Shana and I talk about: Her process to becoming a writer. World and character building. The process of owning your art and self publishing. Her tips for self publishing Her advice for all other authors currently writing or sitting on a manuscript To win a copy of Immortal Aw...

This Week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Australian Author John Tesarsch, who just released his first comedy book, When Jokers Were Kings. John and I talk about: - How cancer began his writing career- Communicating through stories- Changing Genres- What it takes to write comedy Join the Writers Advice Book Club: Olivia Hillier is creating Podcast & Books | PatreonWin a copy of Wh...

So you've written your book, now what? This week on the Writers Advice Podcast we're joined by the Founder of Reedsy Ricardo Fayet who tells us everything we need to know when you're ready to launch. In this episode learn about: Creating the right editor Marketing your book Building a personal brand Creating your covers Writing a book series The ins and outs of Amazon We're running a competition t...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Australian Crime Author of The Bluffs, The Deep and soon to be The Wild - Kyle Perry Kyle and I chat about: Imposter syndrome and why he never told anyone he was a writer until he got signed. The journey from the moment in grade six when he told himself he was going to become a writer The grit and determination it takes to build and create suc...

The week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the fabulous Scarlett St. Clair. This is a beautiful interview about keeping the dream alive, opening doors, finding new avenues and keeping a deep belief for yourself and your stories. For anyone who is currently on their path to becoming a full time author Scarlett candidly shares her incredible journey, passion and drive from deciding to go...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I was incredibly lucky to be joined by one of my favourite authors, Lauren Kate! Lauren and I talk about: Becoming a ghost writer. Her journey to becoming a writer, working in publishing and what lead her to create the phenomenal young adult paranormal romance series Fallen. Taking part in the movie adaption of Fallen. Changing genres. Finding the best writi...

This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by the incredible Bestselling Author, Fiona Lowe. Fiona and I talk about: Her journey to becoming an author All things craft including her tips on POV and creating your voice. Where to and where to not take on feedback Building confidence in your stories Finding the perfect genre Growing your writing muscles To win a copy of Family Of Strangers h...

I am so excited to announce the Writers Advice Bookclub! What's included: - Receive a new book to your door from one of our guests every 8 weeks- Podcast episodes posted in advance, before posted publicly- Name called out on the podcast as well as a free plug on what you're working on or your current book- Private Zoom meeting with a new author every 8 weeks to ask any questions you like personall...

This week on the podcast I am joined by Australian Young Adult Author, Gabrielle Tozer. Gabrielle and I speak about: Her journey to publication from magazine journalist to Young Adult Author The difference in the process of every book she writes, and the importance of keeping the process fresh for the realities of life, and the flow of creativity Her best advice and highly recommended books for an...

This week on the Writers Advice podcast I am joined by the lovely Julie Fison who is in launch week of her first adult novel, One Punch. On this episode Julie speaks about: Her journey to becoming a writer Changing genres Being your biggest advocate and making your way into the industry Picking your stories The balance of planning vs letting the characters/story show themselves To win a copy of Ju...

What's holding you back from diving deep into your creative endeavours? Do you feel as though your living in your full self expression? Do you want to write a non-fiction book? Are you sitting on an idea that you need to share with the world? This week on the Writers Advice Podcast I am joined by Jordanna Levin on her journey from Journalist, podcaster, author and soon to be fiction author. Jordan...

On this weeks podcast I was lucky enough to be joined with the fabulous YA author Tobias Madden. Tobias chats about chasing his creative passions, making the switch from theatre actor to author. Attempting fantasy and finding his niche in contemporary, and having the courage to start and be stupendously imperfect. This is a divine chat on all things creative. To win a copy of Tobias's Anything But...

On this weeks episode we are joined by romance writer, Amy Daws. Amy Daws chats to writers advice about her journey to becoming a writer from beginning with memoir to branching out into a super successful romance writing career. Amy talks about staying authentic, building a readership, connecting with your audience and that one time that she became famous for writing in a tire shop waiting room. T...

This week on Writers Advice I am joined by the lovely Author Lily Chu. Lily's debut rom-com novel launched Lily so graciously chats to us about the process of launching your art, learning to let go, changing genres, developing thick skin and keeping the passion alive then your creative pursuits become your main source of income. This weeks episode is for anyone in any creative industry, Lily share...

This week on Writers Advice I am joined by Lyndall Clipstone who writes books about monsters and the girls who love to kiss them. Author of Lakesedge and sequel Forest Fall, Lyndall speaks to us about her process of getting published, how she always wanted to be a writer and the process of allowing herself time for her creativity, the business of being an author and the importance of staying authe...

This week we are joined by the incredible Willow Winters. Willow is a best selling romance author that turned her hobby of writing into a profitable business. After making her husbands salary in a month she With over 52 books under her belt, Willow shares her wisdom and advice to all writers interested in writing romance and/or self-publishing. To win a copy of Willow's All He Will Ever be head to...

This week we are joined by Amelia Mellor. Amelia speaks about writing for kids, nurturing imagination, the balance of work and writing and turning historical events into fiction. Amelia's word prompt for the week is ‘riddles'.Head to oliviahillier.com/podcast, and write 2-3 paragraphs on the weekly word prompt to win a copy of Amelia's The Grandest Bookshop In The World. To contact Amelia:In...

This week on the Writers Advice podcast I am joined by Australian Author Carrie Cox in the middle of her launch week of her brand new book So Many Beats Of The Heart. Carrie talks to us about her writing process, creating discipline around the craft, the best advice she has ever been given as a writer and the importance of research. Listen in to the end of the podcast for Carrie's writing prompt f...

This week I was so lucky to be joined by one of my favourite authors all the way from Serbia Mara Rutherford. Mara is YA fantasy author and in our lovely conversation Mara shares with listeners her ten year journey to become published, the story that she told herself on why she could never be a fantasy writer and the essential balance of patience, luck and talent for any aspiring author. Books men...