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The Truth about FictionEpisode 11 - Self-actualisationDerek chats with Sue Louineau, a literary fiction and magical realism author, about the joys of self publishing, which social media platform works best for her, and why writers cannot afford to hold back when it comes to telling the stories that matter.
Grab yourself a brew and come and join us.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2022-10-1638 min
The Truth about FictionEpisode 10 - Conversations with an occasional readerIn this episode Derek talks with Dave Brown aka The Bullshit Detective, who hosts his own 'A Dose of Dave' podcast' and who was instrumental in getting Lynn and Derek started here.
Expect occasional adult language and a chat that takes in: books, brassicas, football, dancing (or not...), music, feedback, an intentional use of the word 'thus', comedy recommendations, an unfortgettable band that Derek can't remember* and whatever else comes to mind. Enjoy.
* It was Edgar Winter Group (Thanks, Charles)
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The Truth about FictionEpisode 9 - Second album syndromeYou've written your novel and it's been published - now what? And how do you cope with relative success?
Lynn and Derek ponder these questions and fess up about the novel that took soooo long to finish, the tension between art and commerce, and what happens when the muse ghosts you.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2022-03-1628 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 8 - CreativityThis time, Lynn steps aside to get on with writing and editing and publishing, so Derek chats with Charles Topham about creativity. We touch upon string theory, crafts, the craft, why Charles stopped reading fiction, and some unusual ideas about where characters might come from. Expect conversation, contradiction, and occasional adult language. Plus a few laughs (hopefully).
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2022-02-0933 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 7 - That was the year that wasLynn waxes lyrical and Derek waxes cynical, and somehow they meet in the middle. This time they chat about writing during a pandemic and also manage to take in looking for the mojo, snooker, competition and swimming. See if you can count how many times Derek literally says literally. Contains three swearwords.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2021-12-2129 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 6 - You say potato...are writers really so different?This time we get under the skin of different approaches to writing, talk about elephants in the room, cooking (sort of...) and novels that just won't get with the programme. We start mid-conversation, courtesy of technology.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2021-11-0328 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 5 - Making it personalLynn and Derek talk about using personal experience in writing fiction, including ways to do it well and where the cracks can show if you're making a hash of it.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2021-09-1625 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 4 - What makes a writer? (aka the one in which not much happens)Lynn is busy and Derek is avoiding two novels (when I procrastinate I also multitask), so this is a mini episode that combines rambling with variable sound quality. You'll find thoughts about language, fear, focus, curiosity, imagination, and the nature of reality. What's not to like?
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2021-08-3007 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 3 - Rejects? I've had a few...Lynn and Derek chat about past rejections, share a curious tale about page counts, and discuss the mathematics of submissions and acceptances as an independent publisher. Join us for laughs, commiseration, and sparkling conversation. Probably.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2021-08-0432 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 2 - Avril Joy's highs and lows of being publishedWhat happens if your book is very similar to another book, and that other book gets the spotlight?
What happens when your agent loves your work but can't get you a deal?
Costa winner Avril Joy talks openly about contentment, validation, and why it's not always about the money.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2021-07-2719 minThe Truth about FictionEpisode 1 - Why writers writeThis is the first (we hope!) in a series of podcasts, exploring writing and publishing from two seasoned authors. Expect unpopular opinions, truth talking, and some lively discussion.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/truth-about-fiction/message2021-07-2043 min