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The Ringwood Publishing PodcastCelebrating Embers with Stephanie McDonaldOn this week's episode, we're joined by Stephanie McDonald, author of Inference and Embers, the story of a deeply intertwined couple, in the lead up to the first in person event for Embers, taking place on 9th June.We chat about writing process, representing realistic human relationship and experience, inspirations, and what we can look forward to at this exciting event dedicated to Embers.Both books are available on the Ringwood website, and further details of the event are available on Ringwood social media pages!2025-06-0716 min
The Ringwood Publishing PodcastHokusai to the Highlands: Catching up with T. Y. GarnerOn this week's podcast, we welcome back T. Y. Garner to discuss his short story Scrap, the story of a tragic incident in the Highlands and the deep relationships this sparks, which won the 2024 Grant Muir Prize. We chat about finding inspiration in personal experience, portraying complex characters, and writing processes, before hearing about Tony's experience since becoming a Ringwood author with his debut novel Hotel Hokusai, published last year, and his future writing plans.Make sure to head to the Ringwood website after listening, where you can read T. Y. Garner's prize winning story a...2025-04-2025 min
The Ringwood Publishing PodcastWriting Glasgow Noir with Short Story Competition Winner J S ApsleyOn this week's episode, interns Efa Walker, Isaac Hattam and Katie McGowan chat with J. S. Apsley, the winner of Ringwood's Short Story Competition 2024 about his submission Immersion, the tale of a lonely woman's unnatural obsession with Dali's masterpiece Christ of St. John of the Cross. John gives us some fascinating insights on writing Glasgow Noir and his experience of delving into the dark underbelly of this gothic city, which has been a rich site of inspiration for his work. We also hear about John's process for creating short fiction specifically, and his experience in transitioning from n...2025-03-2921 min
The Ringwood Publishing PodcastManuscript to Market: Understanding Publishing SubmissionsTo kick off Season 5, interns Emma Martin and Isaac Hattam chat with Ringwood's submissions manager, Livia Nicholson, for an inside look at the publishing submissions process.Ever wondered what happens after you send off your manuscript to query to publishers? Livia shares what Ringwood looks for, common mistakes authors make, and how the submissions team helps shape a book's journey from pitch to publication.Whether you're an aspiring author, an industry professional, or simply curious about the behind-the-scenes workings of publishing, this episode offers valuable insights into this crucial stage of the process. Tune in...2025-03-1622 min
The Ringwood Publishing PodcastOn Writing Short Stories Rooted in Scotland with Rob McInroyIn this episode, we’ve invited Ringwood author Rob McInroy to discuss the release of his newest novel, Burials and Other Stories, a short story collection rooted in Scotland and, in particular, Perthshire, detailing its physical beauty, its history, its people. We talk about Rob's writing process, the inspiration behind some of these short stories, similarities and differences between writing short stories and novels, and more!Ranging from 1832 to the present day, these twenty intertwined stories offer a study of community and kinship, the need to belong and the pain of disconnection. Burials and Other Stories is, at...2024-12-2246 min
The Ringwood Publishing PodcastPoverty, Mental Health, and the Role of Women in Maureen Cullen's 'Kitten Heels'In this episode, we’ve invited Ringwood author Maureen Cullen to discuss the release of her debut novel, Kitten Heels, a book about poverty, mental health, and the role of women in 1960s Scotland. We talk about Maureen's writing process, the similarities and differences between writing short stories and novels, caregiving roles, and more!Maureen Cullen is a retired social worker living in Argyll & Bute. After thirty years’ commitment to social work, she turned to writing poetry and short fiction, completing a Master’s Degree in Creative Writing from Lancaster University in 2015 and achieving a distinction. Maureen has ha...2024-12-2124 min