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In SuspenseWriting books set in the USA with Anna BaileyWelcome to series 13, episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we are chatting to the fabulous Anna Bailey about her new novel OUR LAST WILD DAYS and writing books set in the USA.We have book recommendations for:A Beautiful Way to Die - Eleni KyriacouThis Motherless Land - Nikki MayThe Bodies - Sam LloydBeach Bodies - Sienna SharpeThe Wych Elm - Tana FrenchThe Lamplighters - Emma Stonex2025-04-1737 minIn SuspenseBehind The Scenes with Rebecca ThorneWelcome to series 11, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we are going Behind The Scenes with Rebecca Thorne to chat about her book The Grief House, and we also have book recommendations for The Other Tenant by Lesley Kara, A Good Place to Hide A Body by Laura Marshall, The Sea Cemetery by Aslak Nore, The Last Murder At The End of The World by Stu Turton and A Killer In The Family by Gytha Lodge.2024-04-2535 minIn SuspenseBehind The Scenes with Ashley ElstonWelcome to series 11, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we are going Behind The Scenes with Ashley Elston whose new book First Lie Wins is out now! We also have some fabulous book recommendations for you - Lost to Dune Road by Kara Thomas, Daughter of Mine by Megan Miranda, Finlay Rolls The Dice by Elle Cosimano, Every Step You Take by MA Hunter and Things Don't Break On Their Own by Sarah Easter Collins.2024-03-1430 minIn SuspenseBehind The Scenes with Robert GoddardWelcome to series 11, Episode 1 of In Suspense - a podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today, Lesley and Nikki are chatting to Robert Goddard about the latest in his Umiko Wada series, The Fine Art of Uncanny Prediction.Book recommendations in this episode were:VANITY FAIR by William Makepeace ThackerayTHE GUEST by B.A. ParisTHE ORDINARY MAN by Christie J. Newport2024-02-0133 minIn SuspenseTrue crime fiction – should you make the murderer likeable?Welcome to series 10, episode 8 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we’re chatting to Eleni Kyriacou & Emma Flint on the topic of true crime fiction – should you make the murderer likeable? Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Eleni’s recommendations:House on Rye Lane by Susan AllottAntarctica by Claire Keegan Emma’s recommendations: Oliver Twist by Charles DickensFrankenstein by Mary Shelley 2023-11-301h 00In SuspenseWriting in Two GenresWelcome to series 10, episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we’re chatting about writing in two genres with Julie Mae Cohen. Here is the link for a 20% discount for Julie’s Novel Gazing post-it or any course on Novel gazing by using the code: INSUSPENSE20 https://novel-gazing-with-julie-cohen.teachable.com/Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Julie’s recommendations: Doppleganger by Naomi Klein Nikki...2023-11-1646 minIn SuspensePutting Gothic in ThrillersWelcome to series 10, episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to C.J. Cooke about her latest novel, A Haunting in the Arctic, and our topic today is “Putting Gothic in Thrillers.”Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Carolyn’s recommendations:Winter People by Jennifer McMahonThe Salt Path by Raynor WinnThe Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell Lesley:None of this...2023-11-0251 minIn SuspenseThe Importance of FestivalsWelcome to series 10, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we’re talking about The Importance of Festivals with thriller author Alex North. Here are the books we recommend on today’s show:Alex’s recommendations:The Grief House by Rebecca ThornBlood Like Mine by Stuart NevilleAll of Us Are Broken by Fiona CumminsNikki’s recommendations: Leave No Trace by Jo CallaghanLauren’s recommendati...2023-10-1949 minIn SuspenseWhy heists never go out of fashionWelcome to series 10, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we’re chatting about why heists never go out of fashion with debut author of The Housekeepers Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Alex’s recommendations:The Square of Sevens by Laura Shephard-RobinsonKnife Skills for Beginners by Orlando Murrin (out Feb 2024) Lesley’s recommendations: Secret Hours by Mick HerronThe Housekeepers...2023-10-0539 minIn SuspenseMixing it up: how to successfully blend genresWelcome to series 10, episode 2 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting Lisa Hall about her latest novel, The Mysterious Double Death of Honey Black, and the topic today is “Mixing it up: how to successfully blend genres.”Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Lisa’s recommendations:Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult The Things We Left Behind by Lucy Score Lesley’s recommendations:Mick Heron’s Slow Horses ser...2023-09-2137 minIn SuspenseThrillers - How dark is too dark?Welcome to series 10, episode 1 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting B.P. Water about his latest novel, Notes on a Murder, and our topic today is “Thrillers – How dark is too dark?”Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Barnaby:None of this is True by Lisa JewellJust Between Us by Adele Parks Nikki recommendations:The Quiet Tenant by Clemence MichallonMonsters...2023-09-0748 minIn SuspenseWhat makes successful commercial fiction?Welcome to series 9, episode 8 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting Holly Seddon about her latest novel, The Short Straw, and our topic today is “What makes successful commercial fiction?”Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Holly:Uncle Paul by Celia FremlinThe House of Whispers by Anna MazzolaJust Another Missing Person by Gillian McAllister Nikki recommendations:The Bab...2023-07-2053 minIn SuspenseIt's All Smoke & MirrorsWelcome to series 9, episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to Imran Mahmood about his latest novel, All I Said Was True, and our topic today is “It’s All Smoke and Mirrors,” which is about how far we can get away with our characters misleading the reader.Here are the books we recommend on today’s show:Imran:The Square of Sevens by Laura Shephard-Robinson (narrated by Imogen Wilde)Black Thorn by Sarah Hilary The Mysteri...2023-07-0650 minIn SuspenseThrillers with a difference & quirky protagonistsWelcome to series 9, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’ve got an In Suspense special today with the fabulous Sam Lloyd, author of The Memory Wood, The Rising Tide and out this week, The People Watcher. Our topic today is thrillers with a difference and quirky protagonists. Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Sam’s recommendations:The Trap by Catherine Ryan Howard (August 2023)Nikki’s recommendations:Notes On A Disappea...2023-06-1846 minIn SuspenseWriting On TrendWelcome to series 9, episode 4 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to Ruth Kelly about her latest book, The Villa, and our topic today is Writing On Trend.Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Ruth's recommendations:The Hike by Lucy Clarke Nikki’s recommendations:Reasonable People by Caroline Hulse (August 2023)The Trap by Catherine Ryan Howard (August 2023) Lauren’s...2023-06-0840 minIn SuspenseSerial Killer dos and don'tsWelcome to series 9, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to two amazing authors -Sam Holland and Alice Hunter about ‘Serial Killer dos and don’ts. Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Sam Holland:Romantic Comedy by Curtis SittenfieldJordan Harper’s series: The Last King of CaliforniaLessons in Violence Alice Hunter: The Vanishing of Class 3B by Jackie Kabler 2023-05-2558 minIn SuspenseWriting for the Modern ReaderWelcome to series 9, episode 2 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to bestselling author, Amanda Reynolds, about her novel The Assistant, and our topic for today is ‘Writing for the Modern Reader’Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Amanda’s books recommendations: The Other Mothers by Katherine Faulkner (out 08 June 2023)The Vanishing of Class 3B by Jackie Kabler (out 11 May 2023) Nikki’s recommendations:Behind these doors by...2023-05-1156 minIn SuspenseDelivering A High Concept NovelWelcome to series 9, episode 1 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to the amazing Will Dean about his novel The Last Passenger, and our topic for today is ‘Delivering the high concept novel.’Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Will’s books recommendations: All The Sinners Bleed by S.A. Crosby Open by Andre AgassiStation Eleven by Emily St John MandelThe Last Dance by Mark BillinghamForensic...2023-04-2744 minIn SuspenseHow publishers sell books to retailersWelcome to series 8, episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to bestselling crime author, Robert Gold, about his novel Eleven Liars, and our topic for today is ‘How publishers sell books to retailers.’This is the last episode of series 8. We’re back on the 27th April with a fantastic line up of guests and topics! Here are the books we recommend on today’s show:Robert’s book recommendations: Cara Hunter’s new book out next year with Harper...2023-04-0650 minIn SuspenseWhat Makes A Great Book for TV?Welcome to series 8, episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to bestselling crime author, Simon McCleave, about his novel In To Deep, and our topic for today is ‘What Makes A Great Book for TV?’Don’t forget to check out our minisodes for this series, which is on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist, Zoe Lea. Here are the books we recommend on today’s show:Simon’s book recommendations: My Dark Places by James...2023-03-2344 minIn SuspenseThe Power of StorytellingWelcome to series 8, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to the fabulous Louise Swanson (also known as Louise Beech) about her novel End Of Story and our topic for today is ‘The Power of Storytelling’Don’t forget to check out our minisodes for this series, which is on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist, Zoe Lea. Here are the books we recommend on today’s show:Louise’s book recommendations: The Mysteriou...2023-03-0946 minIn SuspenseSocial Media for Authors Minisode 4: Instagram and Instagram ReelsWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our fourth of six minisodes on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist and author, Zoe Lea. These minisodes are all about how authors can make the most out of social media, grow followers and sell their books. Today’s episode is on Instagram and Instagram Reels To find out more about Zoe Lea and to buy her books, follow these links: Zoe’s website – www.zoelea.com...2023-03-0212 minIn SuspenseShould I dump by day job now I have a book deal?Welcome to series 8, episode 4 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to debut novelist Mira Shah about her novel Her and our topic for today is ‘Should I give up my day job now I have a book deal?’Don’t forget to check out our minisodes for this series, which is on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist, Zoe Lea. Here are the books we recommend on today’s show: Mira: The Circus Train by Amita ParikhL...2023-02-231h 06In SuspenseSocial Media for Authors Minisode 3: How to sell books on social mediaWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our third of six minisodes on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist and author, Zoe Lea. These minisodes are all about how authors can make the most out of social media, grow followers and sell their books. Today’s episode is on how to sell books on social media To find out more about Zoe Lea and to buy her books, follow these links: Zoe’s website – www.zoel...2023-02-1611 minIn SuspenseStand Alones to SeriesWelcome to series 8, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting Stand alones to series with two authors at the top of their game - Fiona Cummins and Tim Weaver!Don’t forget to check out our minisodes for this series, which is on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist, Zoe Lea. In Suspense is on social media. You can find us here: https://linktr.ee/insuspense2023-02-091h 08In SuspenseSocial Media for Authors Minisode 2: How to grow followers on social mediaWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our second of six minisodes on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist and author, Zoe Lea. These minisodes are all about how authors can make the most out of social media, grow followers and sell their books. Today’s episode is on how to grow followers on social media. To find out more about Zoe Lea and to buy her books, follow these links: Zoe’s website – www.zoele...2023-02-0211 minIn SuspenseThe Midas Touch – Books to TV, & ResilienceWelcome to series 8, episode 2 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to the wonderful and phenomenally talented Louise Candlish today about her latest book, The Only Suspect, as well as our topic which is The Midas Touch – Books to TV, & Resilience. Don’t forget to check out our minisodes for this series, which is on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist, Zoe Lea. In Suspense is on social media. You can find us here: https://linktr.ee/insuspense 2023-01-2655 minIn SuspenseSocial Media for Authors Minisode 1: Social media platforms explainedWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our first of six minisodes on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist and author, Zoe Lea. These minisodes are all about how authors can make the most out of social media, grow followers and sell their books. Today’s episode is on Social Media platforms explained To find out more about Zoe Lea and to buy her books, follow these links: Zoe’s website – www.zoelea.com...2023-01-1910 minIn SuspenseAI & Writing - should we be worried?Welcome to series 8, episode 1 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is AI & Writing – should we be worried? and we're speaking to the very talented debut author Jo Callaghan about this topic and her novel In The Blink Of An Eye. Don’t forget to check out our minisodes this series, which is on Social Media for Authors with social media strategist, Zoe Lea. The first minisode is coming on 19th January. In Suspense is on social media. You can find us here: https://linktr.e...2023-01-1254 minIn SuspenseBusting the myths of digital publishingWelcome to series 7, episode 8 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is busting the myths of digital publishing, and we're speaking to best selling author Ruth Heald about her latest book The Nanny and her experience of working with a digital-first publisher. We're on a Christmas break now but we'll be back in January with lots more amazing guests! 2022-12-1548 minIn SuspenseMinisode 6: Policing for Authors - the big thing to remember!Welcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our sixth and final minisode on policing for authors with police advisor and author Graham Bartlett. These minisodes are all about how authors can ensure authenticity when writing about the police. Today’s episode is on Policing for Authors – the big thing to remember! Graham is a best-selling author and crime and police procedural advisor to fiction and TV writers He was a police officer for thirty years and mainly policed the city of Brighton and Hove, risin...2022-12-0808 minIn SuspenseCareer Longevity: Adapting to the marketWelcome to series 7, episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Career Longevity: Adapting to the market, and we're speaking to Adele Parks MBE about her phenomenal success, writing across three genres over twenty-two years, as well as her latest thriller One Last Secret. 2022-12-0159 minIn SuspenseMinisode 5: Creating Great CharacterWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our fifth of six minisodes on policing for authors with police advisor and author Graham Bartlett. These minisodes are all about how authors can ensure authenticity when writing about the police. Today’s episode is on Creating Great Characters. Graham is a best-selling author and crime and police procedural advisor to fiction and TV writers He was a police officer for thirty years and mainly policed the city of Brighton and Hove, rising to become a Chief Sup...2022-11-2411 minIn SuspenseDouble Trouble: Writing as a duoWelcome to series 7, episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Double Trouble: Writing as a duo and we're speaking to husband and wife team Ellery Lloyd (Collette Lyons & Paul Vlitos) about how they write their novels as well as their latest novel, Reece Witherspoon Book club Pick, The Club.2022-11-1745 minIn SuspenseMinisode 4: Police Lingo & AcronymsWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our fourth of six minisodes on policing for authors with police advisor and author Graham Bartlett. These minisodes are all about how authors can ensure authenticity when writing about the police. Today’s episode is on Police Lingo and Acronyms – how much is too much? Graham is a best-selling author and crime and police procedural advisor to fiction and TV writers He was a police officer for thirty years and mainly policed the city of Brighton and Hove, rising to be...2022-11-1010 minIn SuspenseWhat's in a name? Pen names and name changesWelcome to series 7, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is What's in a name? Pen names and name changes, and we're speaking to best selling author Sharon Bolton about this as well as her new book, The Dark - a gripping and twisty thriller about the dark world of incels.2022-11-0350 minIn SuspenseMinisode 3: Bending the RulesWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our third of six minisodes on policing for authors with police advisor and author Graham Bartlett. These minisodes are all about how authors can ensure authenticity when writing about the police. Today’s episode is on Bending the rules: Real Life Policing versus Fictional Policing. Graham is a best-selling author and crime and police procedural advisor to fiction and TV writers He was a police officer for thirty years and mainly policed the city of Brighton and Hove...2022-10-2710 minIn SuspenseWriting Close To HomeWelcome to series 7, episode 4 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Writing Close to Home and the benefits of writing locations you know well. Our guest today is the lovely Rachael Blok. 2022-10-2055 minIn SuspenseMinisode 2: ResearchWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our second of six minisodes on policing for authors with police advisor and author Graham Bartlett. These minisodes are all about how authors can ensure authenticity when writing about the police. Today’s episode is on Research. Graham is a best-selling author and crime and police procedural advisor to fiction and TV writers He was a police officer for thirty years and mainly policed the city of Brighton and Hove, rising to become a Chief Superintendent and its...2022-10-1310 minIn SuspenseRegional NoirWelcome to series 7, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Regional Noir and we have the wonderful Russ Thomas joining us to talk about his Sheffield based crime series. 2022-10-0655 minIn SuspenseMinisode 1: Getting It RightWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our first of six minisodes on policing for authors with police advisor and author Graham Bartlett. These minisodes are all about how authors can ensure authenticity when writing about the police. Today’s episode is on The Importance of Getting it Right. Graham is a best-selling author and crime and police procedural advisor to fiction and TV writers He was a police officer for thirty years and mainly policed the city of Brighton and Hove, rising to beco...2022-09-2913 minIn SuspenseThe one that got away - a road to self publishingWelcome to series 7, episode 2 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is all about the books we've written that for one reason or another haven't been published and what to do with them. We're chatting to psychological thriller writer, Heleen Kist, about her new novel - What I Hid From You - and her journey to self-publishing.2022-09-2241 minIn SuspenseSexy SettingsWelcome to series 7, episode 1 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Sexy Settings. We're chatting to actress and author, Catherine Steadman about her latest novel The Family Game and its very sexy setting of New York high society. The Family Game is out on 29th September. 2022-09-0843 minIn SuspenseKeeping It Real - Part II: Storyline & PlotWelcome to series 6, episode 9 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Keeping It Real - Part II: Storyline & Plot. We're chatting to Sunday Times Best Seller, Victoria Selman about her fictional true crime novel and much more!2022-07-2844 minIn SuspenseSequels & Villains with Lisa JewellWelcome to series 6, episode 8 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Sequels & Villains with global bestselling author Lisa Jewell. We chat about her latest novel, The Family Remains as well as The Truth About Lisa Jewell - A year in the life of a bestselling novelist. 2022-07-0745 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Messy first draft or edit as you goWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Here is our penultimate minisode on the editing process with author and editorial director Phoebe Morgan. Today we’re chatting about messy drafts or editing as you go. Phoebe Morgan is a bestselling author and award-winning editor. You can follow her on Twitter @Phoebe_A_Morgan, Instagram @phoebeannmorgan, Facebook @PhoebeMorganAuthor or find her blog about publishing and writing at www.phoebemorganauthor.com. You can find links to Phoebe’s amazing books here: Bookshop.org - https...2022-06-3012 minIn SuspensePolicing for AuthorsWelcome to series 6, episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Policing for Authors, and we’re chatting to Police Procedural Advisor and best-selling author, Graham Bartlett. 2022-06-2348 minIn SuspenseMinisode: The Author Editor relationshipWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Here is our final minisode on the editing process with author and editorial director Phoebe Morgan. Today we’re chatting about the author editor relationship. Phoebe Morgan is a bestselling author and award-winning editor. You can follow her on Twitter @Phoebe_A_Morgan, Instagram @phoebeannmorgan, Facebook @PhoebeMorganAuthor or find her blog about publishing and writing at www.phoebemorganauthor.com.You can find links to Phoebe’s amazing books here: Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/3McLNLCAmaz...2022-06-1619 minIn SuspenseWeekend Special with Fiona BartonWelcome to series 6, episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We're having a weekend special episode with the fabulous Sunday Times and New York Times best selling author - Fiona Barton.2022-06-1138 minIn SuspenseKeeping it real - part 1: CharacterWelcome to series 6, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today, Lesley and Lauren talk to psychological suspense author Penny Batchelor on the importance of representing the world we live in through our characters.You can find Penny's blog, Thriller Women, here: www.thrillerwomen.co.uk. 2022-06-0952 minIn SuspenseMinisode: CharacterisationWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Here is our fourth minisode on the editing process with author and editorial director Phoebe Morgan. Today we’re chatting about the characterisation. Phoebe Morgan is a bestselling author and award-winning editor. You can follow her on Twitter @Phoebe_A_Morgan, Instagram @phoebeannmorgan, Facebook @PhoebeMorganAuthor or find her blog about publishing and writing at www.phoebemorganauthor.com. You can find links to Phoebe’s amazing books here: Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/3McLNLCAmazo...2022-06-0219 minIn SuspenseThe Best and the WorstWelcome to series 6, episode 4 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today, Lesley and Lauren chat about the best and the worst parts of being an author.2022-05-2639 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Editing the saggy middleWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Here is our third minisode on the editing process with author and editorial director Phoebe Morgan. Today we’re chatting about the saggy middle. Phoebe Morgan is a bestselling author and award-winning editor. You can follow her on Twitter @Phoebe_A_Morgan, Instagram @phoebeannmorgan, Facebook @PhoebeMorganAuthor or find her blog about publishing and writing at www.phoebemorganauthor.com.You can find links to Phoebe’s amazing books here: Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/3McLNLCAmazon...2022-05-1910 minIn SuspenseCarving Out Time to WriteWelcome to series 6, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to Amen Alonge about his debut novel - A Good Day to Die - and our topic today: Carving out time to write.2022-05-1247 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Self-editingWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Here is our second minisode on the editing process with author and editorial director Phoebe Morgan. Today we’re chatting about self-editing. Phoebe Morgan is a bestselling author and award-winning editor. You can follow her on Twitter @Phoebe_A_Morgan, Instagram @phoebeannmorgan, Facebook @PhoebeMorganAuthor or find her blog about publishing and writing at www.phoebemorganauthor.com. You can find links to Phoebe’s amazing books here: Bookshop.org - https://bit.ly/3McLNLCAmazon...2022-05-0510 minIn SuspenseThe Next Deal - When, Where, HowWelcome to series 6, episode 2 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. We’re chatting to best-selling author, Harriet Tyce, about her latest novel - It Ends At Midnight - and our topic today: The Next Deal – When, Where, How.2022-04-281h 14In SuspenseMinisode: The role of the editorWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is our first of six minisodes on the editing process with author and editorial director Phoebe Morgan. Today we’re talking about the role of the editor. Phoebe Morgan is a bestselling author and award-winning editor. You can follow her on Twitter @Phoebe_A_Morgan, Instagram @phoebeannmorgan, Facebook @PhoebeMorganAuthor or find her blog about publishing and writing at www.phoebemorganauthor.com. You can find links to Phoebe’s amazing books here: Bookshop.org - https...2022-04-2116 minIn SuspenseSex in Thrillers: How much is too much?Welcome to our first episode of series 6 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Sex in thrillers: how much is too much? We're chatting to winner of the Daily Mail First Novel Competition, Lizzy Barber, about writing sex scenes and her second novel - OUT OF HER DEPTH.2022-04-1451 minIn SuspenseLocation, Location, Location with Phoebe MorganWelcome to series 5, episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Location, Location, Location, with author and editorial direction for Harper Collins, Phoebe Morgan. As well as discussing the editorial process, Phoebe gives insights into the lure of the exotic thriller, and what the future might hold for their popularity. 2022-03-3141 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Boosting Author WellbeingWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is the sixth and final minisode with psychologist and author Philippa East. Today we’re talking about building confidence in your writing. Philippa East is the author of psychological suspense novels Little White Lies - which was shortlisted for the CWA “New Blood” Dagger Award - and her latest release, Safe and Sound. Alongside her writing, Philippa works as a Clinical Psychologist. Here are links to both of her amazing books: Safe and Sound: Bookshop.org...2022-03-2418 minIn SuspenseFinger on the pulse of themes with Sarah VaughanWelcome to series 5, episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Finger on the pulse of themes, and we're chatting to Sunday Times best seller, Sarah Vaughan, on the themes of her books and how they resonate with the current zeitgeist. We'll also be chatting about her latest thriller - Reputation, which is out now!2022-03-1753 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Building Confidence in your WritingWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is the fifth of our minisodes with psychologist and author Philippa East. The minisodes will run in between our regular shows for series 5 and will cover topics on author wellbeing. Today we’re talking about building confidence in your writing. Philippa East is the author of psychological suspense novels Little White Lies - which was shortlisted for the CWA “New Blood” Dagger Award - and her latest release, Safe and Sound. Alongside her writing, Philippa works as a Clin...2022-03-1016 minIn SuspensePushing the Genre Boundaries in Thriller FictionWelcome to series 5, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Pushing the Genre Boundaries in Thriller Fiction with Kate Mildenhall, author of a near-future, dystopian thriller - The Mother Fault - out in paperback on 3rd March.2022-03-0341 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Recognising stress and how to relieve itWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is the fourth of our minisodes with psychologist and author Philippa East. The minisodes will run in between our regular shows for series 5 and will cover topics on author wellbeing. Today we’re talking about recognising stress and how to relieve it. Philippa East is the author of psychological suspense novels Little White Lies - which was shortlisted for the CWA “New Blood” Dagger Award - and her latest release, Safe and Sound. Alongside her writing, Philippa works as a Clinica...2022-02-2417 minIn SuspenseA quick catch up!A podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In today's episode Lesley and Lauren catch up after appearing at the Bay Tales live event, and chat books and writing.2022-02-1818 minIn SuspenseA quick catch up!A podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In today's episode Lesley and Lauren catch up after appearing at the Bay Tales live event, and chat books and writing. 2022-02-1718 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Coping with public speaking & networking eventsWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is the third of our minisodes with psychologist and author Philippa East. The minisodes will run in between our regular shows for series 5 and will cover topics on author wellbeing. Today we’re talking about coping with public speaking & networking events. Philippa East is the author of psychological suspense novels Little White Lies - which was shortlisted for the CWA “New Blood” Dagger Award - and her latest release, Safe and Sound. Alongside her writing, Philippa works as a Clinical Psychol...2022-02-1018 minIn SuspenseThe Delights & Dangers of Podcasting ft Blood Brothers PodcastWelcome to series 5, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is The Delights & Dangers of Podcasting with our amazing guests - Chris McDonald, Sean Coleman and Rob Parker - who are of course the Blood Brothers podcast trio.2022-02-031h 02In SuspenseMinisode: Dealing with negative reviewsWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is the second of our minisodes with psychologist and author Philippa East. The minisodes will run in between our regular shows for series 5 and will cover topics on author wellbeing. Today we’re talking about dealing with negative reviews. Philippa East is the author of psychological suspense novels Little White Lies - which was shortlisted for the CWA “New Blood” Dagger Award - and her latest release, Safe and Sound. Alongside her writing, Philippa works as a Clinical Psychologist. Here are lin...2022-01-2715 minIn SuspenseKeeping Pace with Linwood BarclayWelcome to series 5, episode 2 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Keeping Pace. Our guest today needs no introduction. It is the global bestselling author, Linwood Barclay who’ll be sharing his tips for keeping pace and talking about his latest book TAKE YOUR BREATH AWAY, which is out on the 3rd February. p.s. Mentioned on the show this week is Lauren's giveaway of a weekend package to Harrogate Crime Writing Festival. If anyone would like to know more, please visit www.Lauren-North.com/har...2022-01-2045 minIn SuspenseMinisode: Staying calm during submissionsWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This is the first of our minisodes with psychologist and author Philippa East. The minisodes will run in between our regular shows for series 5 and will cover issues on author wellbeing. Today we’re talking about staying calm during the submissions process. Philippa East is the author of psychological suspense novels Little White Lies - which was shortlisted for the CWA “New Blood” Dagger Award - and her latest release, Safe and Sound. Alongside her writing, Philippa works as...2022-01-1314 minIn SuspensePutting the Thrill in Thrillers ft C.L. TaylorWelcome to series 5, episode 1 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Putting the Thrill in Thrillers. We're chatting to the phenomenal C.L. Taylor about this as well as her latest book HER LAST HOLIDAY, which is out in paperback on 20th January.2022-01-0658 minIn SuspenseWhy author events are so important ft Bay TalesWelcome to series 4, episode 9 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. It's our Christmas special!!!! Our topic today is Why author events are so important. We're chatting to Bay Tales duo Vic Watson and Simon Bewick, who share their experience of running author events throughout lockdown and why they believe it's so important for authors to connect with readers.2021-12-2346 minIn SuspenseWhen to give up on your book ft Emma CurtisWelcome to series 4, episode 8 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is When to give up on your book. We're chatting to psychological suspense author, Emma Curtis on when to power through that tricky middle and when to ditch the idea completely, and if there are any steps we can do to prevent our books from being ditched. 2021-12-1653 minIn SuspenseHow to be a Literary Power House with Sophie HannahWelcome to series 4, episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is How to be a Literary Power House. We're joined by the hugely successful Sophie Hannah, who in addition to sharing her experiences and advice, also gives up two exclusives!2021-12-021h 11In SuspenseSo You Want To Write A Police Procedural? ft Olivia KiernanWelcome to series 4, episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is So You Want To Write A Police Procedural? We're joined by best selling author Olivia Kiernan who shares her expertise as well as some top tips. 2021-11-1859 minIn SuspenseSubmissions and the Long Road to Success with Trevor WoodWelcome to series 4, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Submissions and the Long Road to Success, and we're joined by best selling author and winner of the 2020 CWA New Blood Dagger award, Trevor Wood. 2021-11-0450 minIn SuspenseWorking with an independent publisherWelcome to series 4, episode 4 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Our topic today is Working with an independent publisher and we're joined by Emma Christie and Louise Mango who give us some fascinating insights into their experiences working with The Welbeck Publishing Group and Red Dog Press. 2021-10-0755 minIn SuspenseAuthor Wellbeing with Philippa EastWelcome to series 4 episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In today's episode we're discussing author wellbeing. Our guest today is the wonderful Philippa East, who as both an author and a clinical psychologist gives some very helpful and easy steps authors can take to reduce their stress levels and improve their concentration.2021-09-2356 minIn SuspenseIn Suspense Special: MentoringWelcome to a special edition of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In today's episode Lauren and Lesley talk about mentoring, and an opportunity for a writer to be mentored by them. If you write psychological suspense or thrillers and you're interested in being mentored by Lauren and Lesley then listen to the show for the details and email Lauren@Lauren-North.com by the 7th October 2021.2021-09-1623 minIn SuspenseA Writer's Year with Shari LapenaWelcome to series 4 episode 1 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In today's episode we talk to global best selling author Shari Lapena about her latest book, Not A Happy Family, and our topic for today – A Writer's Year2021-09-091h 07In SuspenseMoving the goal posts with Sandie JonesWelcome to series 3 episode 7 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In today's episode we talk to journalist and best-selling author Sandie Jones about her latest book, The Guilt Trip, and our topic for today – moving the goal posts.2021-07-2257 minIn SuspenseCreating Killer Hooks with Jo SpainWelcome to series 3 episode 6 of In Suspense - a podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.In today's episode we talk to the phenomenal Jo Spain about her latest book, The Perfect Lie, writing for TV, and our topic for today - creating killer hooks. 2021-07-0850 minIn SuspenseTackling Contentious Topics with Rachel EdwardsWelcome to series 3, episode 5 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.In this episode we're talking about tackling contentious topics with Rachel Edwards. We'll also be talking about her latest novel Lucky, which is out today (24.06)!!2021-06-2452 minIn SuspenseThe importance of author websites and newsletters with Charlotte DuckworthWelcome to series 3, episode 4 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.In this episode we talk to US Today Best Seller Charlotte Duckworth about the importance of author websites and newsletters, and lots more!2021-06-1050 minIn SuspenseHow to be a hybrid author with Mel Sherratt and Caroline MitchellWelcome to series 3, episode 3 of In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.In this episode we talk to best-selling authors Mel Sherratt and Caroline Mitchell about how to be a hybrid author and much more.2021-05-1357 minIn SuspenseHaving your novel optioned for TV or Film with T.M. Logan and Nikki SmithWelcome to In Suspense - a podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.In this episode we talk to best-selling authors T.M. Logan and Nikki Smith about their film and TV deals and what it actually means to have a book optioned. 2021-04-291h 02In SuspenseS3, episode 1: Writing as a second careerA podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.In today's episode we're talking to New York Time best seller, BA Paris, on her latest book, The Therapist, and discussing Writing as a Second Career.2021-04-1553 minIn SuspenseS2, episode 6: Violence in crime fiction. How much is too much?A new podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. For our final episode in the series we chat to the amazing Nadine Matheson about her debut novel The Jigsaw Man, the first in a new grisly crime series, and discuss violence in crime fiction, how much is too much? We'll be back with Series 3 of In Suspense on the 15th May!2021-03-1843 minIn SuspenseS2, episode 5: The highs and lows of a writing career particularly during the pandemicA brand new video podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.This week we're talking about the highs and lows of a writing career particularly during the pandemic. Our guest is best selling author Jack Jordan.2021-03-0445 minIn SuspenseS2, episode 4: Fresh takes on classic thriller conceptsA video podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction.In this episode we chat to New York Times best seller, Sarah Pearse, about her debut novel The Sanitorium, and what it means to find a fresh take on a classic thriller concept. 2021-02-1835 minIn SuspenseS2, episode 3: Setting and CultureA new podcast and vodcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In this episode we're talking about setting and culture in fiction with the amazing Trisha Sakhlecha, author of Your Truth or Mine? and Can You See Me Now?2021-02-0444 minIn SuspenseS2, episode 2: Research vs. Writing What You KnowWelcome to episode 2, series 2 of In Suspense, a podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In today's episode we're talking about research vs. writing what you know. Our guest today is former British top ten freestyle snowboarder and debut novelist Allie Reynolds.2021-01-2147 minIn SuspenseS2, episode 1: Author LongevityWelcome back to series 2 of In Suspense, a podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. Today we're discussing author longevity with best selling author Simon Kernick.2021-01-0752 minIn SuspenseEpisode 6: Creative Writing CoursesA brand new podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. In our final episode of series one, we talk to Sunday Times Best Seller, Karen Hamilton on her experience of a creative writing course. 2020-11-1139 minIn SuspenseEpisode 5: Working with a Digital PublisherA brand new video podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This week Lesley Kara and Lauren North talk to Amazon best seller S.E Lynes on all things books and digital publishing. 2020-10-2952 minIn SuspenseEpisode 4: Journey to PublicationA new video podcast by Lesley Kara and Lauren North for fans and writers of crime fiction. This week we interview ourselves on our journeys to publication.2020-10-1537 minIn SuspenseEpisode 3: The importance of supporting other authorsThis week Lesley Kara and Lauren North discuss the importance of supporting other authors, with special guest and fellow psychological suspense author, Tracy Buchanan.2020-10-0142 minIn SuspenseEpisode 2: The enduring popularity of psychological thrillers with special guest SJ WatsonA brand new video podcast for fans and writers of crime fiction. This week Lesley and Lauren discuss the enduring popularity of psychological thrillers as well as interviewing the legendary SJ Watson. 2020-09-1748 minIn SuspenseEpisode 1: The Autumn CrushWelcome to the very first episode of our fortnightly podcast In Suspense. Today we're talking about the impact of the Autumn crush on authors. 2020-08-3031 min