Best Serialised Podcasts (2025)

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#144: Eleanor Anstruther – The Book Industry Rejected Me. So I Built My Own Audience on Substack; Serialising Online, Writing Literary Fiction; Being an Independent Artist, Creating Your Artist DNA 1:00:32

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What if the traditional publishing world says “no”? Eleanor Anstruther—acclaimed novelist and creator of The Literary Obsessive—shares her bold leap into indie publishing, serialising fiction and memoir on Substack, and why you need an Artist DNA to draw an audience. We discuss: Her aristocratic background and experience living in a commune Navigat…

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PREVIEW: Season 3 Episode 1.2 3:49

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In this short preview of this Sunday's episode, James and Cassandra arrive in Greenvale and have an odd encounter with a petrol station clerk. Yet, haven't they been here before? Haven't they made this exact journey? The mystery continues as Haunted season 3 rolls on... Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Kill Your Darlings Part 1 of 5 19:19

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HAUNTED Season 3 kicks off here in the opening chapter of Kill Your Darlings! James and Cassandra rush back to Greenvale after receiving a disturbing message from Abigail but when they arrive they find that everything seems peaceful and quiet...a little too peaceful, actually. They soon realise that something has gone very wrong in Greenvale. Get b…

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PREVIEW: Season 3 Episode 1.1 4:05

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HAUNTED: The Audio Drama returns this Sunday with a brand new story; "Kill Your Darlings." However you don't need to wait that long to get your first taste of the brand new season, with this sneak peek! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#143: Julia Cameron (From the Vault) – How to Reignite Your Creativity Through Daily Rituals, Believing Mirrors & The Artist’s Way 42:18

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Julia Cameron, author of The Artist’s Way and one of the most influential voices on creativity of the last three decades, shares timeless wisdom on nurturing the artist within. We discuss: Morning Pages and Artist Dates as tools for creative recovery. Why being of service is at the heart of writing. Writing in dialogue with intuition (and the divin…

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#142: Chris Banks, ProwritingAid Founder – How to Use AI as a Writer, Staying Weird & Keeping Control as Creatives 39:21

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(Interview from 2024) The founder of ProWritingAid, Chris Banks, shares his thoughts on how AI is reshaping writing, editing, and the creative process. Recorded in front of a live audience after Writers' Hour. We discuss: - AI as a creative partner: Can it replace writers? - Using AI responsibly to save time, enhance editing, and elevate your craft…

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#141: Jono Hey – Build a Creative Practice That Sticks: Mastering Visual Thinking, 900+ Sketches, Deep Simplicity and Collaborating with Bill Gates 1:02:22

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Jono Hey, author of Big Ideas Little Pictures and creator of Sketchplanations, shares insights from over a decade of explaining the world through sketches. We discuss: The power of visual thinking Building a new identity when changing careers Knowing when a piece is done and ready for publishing Tips to get started with sketching & lessons from lon…

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#140: Matt Trinetti – Building The World's Most Engaged Writing Community: Navigating Boundaries, Fostering Belonging, Harnessing the Power of Connection & the Importance of Creative Health 30:01

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Matt Trinetti, co-founder of the London Writers' Salon, on building the world’s most engaged writing community, the role of creativity in the face of AI and the transformative power of writing for creative and mental health. * ABOUT MATT TRINETTI Matt Trinetti is the co-founder of London Writers' Salon, our community, dedicated to helping writers c…

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#139: Steve Almond – The Truth About Creative Failure, Overcoming Ego, and Writing Stories That Actually Matter 1:00:34

1M ago1:00:34

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Steve Almond, bestselling author on ‘failing’ for decades, finding flow, finding success in Hollywood, overcoming writer’s block and telling the stories only you can tell with truth and mercy. * ABOUT STEVE ALMOND Steve Almond is the award-winning author of twelve books of fiction and nonfiction, including the New York Times bestsellers Candyfreak …

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#138: Nicola Slawson – From Journalism to Book Deals: Pitching, Newsletters, and Building a Writing Life on Your Own Terms 1:11:25

2M ago1:11:25

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Nicola Slawson, creator of the award-winning newsletter The Single Supplement, shares her journey of building a creative career on her own terms. From launching her newsletter with zero subscribers to securing a book deal, Nicola offers insights into embracing your unique story, building an authentic community, and navigating the realities of freel…

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#137: Sareeta Domingo – Writing Love That Feels Real, Breaking into Publishing, Writing Intimacy on the Page, and Selling Romance 57:11

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Author and Editorial Director Sareeta Domingo on writing love stories that feel real, breaking into publishing, and crafting authentic intimacy in fiction. She shares insights on balancing her dual careers in writing and editing, the biggest mistakes authors make when submitting, and how the romance industry is evolving. * ABOUT SAREETA DOMINGO Sar…

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#136: Tessa Hadley – The Secrets of Literary Fiction: How to Craft Powerful, Resonant Stories, Creating Compelling Stories, Publishing in your 40s, 50s and beyond 1:04:05

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Best-selling Author Tessa Hadley on getting published in her 40s and beyond, the craft of literary fiction, developing character and conflict, and the importance of conflict. * ABOUT TESSA HADLEY: Tessa Hadley is the author of eight highly acclaimed novels, including Clever Girl and Free Love, as well as four short story collections, most recently …

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#135: Anne-Laure Le Cunff — The Science of Creativity: Using Tiny Experiments to Unlock Growth, Learning, and Better Writing 1:08:13

2M ago1:08:13

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Writer, neuroscientist, and Ness Labs founder Anne-Laure Le Cunff shares insights on redefining success, writing in public, and using tiny experiments to fuel creativity. She talks about growing her newsletter from 0 to 100K+, transitioning from writing articles to a book, and the neuroscience behind sustainable ambition. * ABOUT ANNE-LAURE LE CUNF…

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#134: Jody Eddy – Michelin Kitchens, Monks & The Cookbook Playbook: What Top Chefs Taught Me About Rituals & Success; NonFiction Proposal & Food Writing 1:07:20

2M ago1:07:20

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Foodwriter and Chef Jody Eddy on what goes on in Michelin-star kitchens, monastic culinary traditions, and the rigorous world of food writing. From working 17-hour shifts in elite restaurants to uncovering the rituals of monks and chefs alike, she reveals the hidden ingredients of storytelling, discipline, and turning culinary ideas into bestsellin…

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A Sneak Peek At The Upcoming Season 4:32

3M ago4:32

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Thank you everyone for being so patient with us whilst we deal with some of the hurdles we've encountered whilst making Haunted Season Three, we really appreciate it. We're currently on track for the season to premiere in April 2025 and in the meantime we wanted to give you this small scene from the second story of the season, penned by Benton. Thi…

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#133: Michael Dean – The Invisible Patterns Behind Great Essays: How Essay Architecture Can Shape Your Writing and Break Through Perfectionism. 42:44

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Essayist, editor and creator of Essay Architecture, Michael Dean on the hidden structures and key patterns within great essays. * ABOUT MICHAEL DEAN Michael Dean is a writer, editor, and creator of Essay Architecture. A former architect and virtual reality specialist, he now studies the hidden frameworks that make essays work. * RESOURCES & LINKS M…

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#132: Dava Sobel — The Art of Science Storytelling, Writing Hidden Histories & How a Rejected Pitch Became a Bestseller 55:44

3M ago55:44

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Best-selling Science Writer Dava Sobel on blending science with storytelling—how to craft compelling narratives, navigate deep research, and bring historical figures to life. Plus insights on nonfiction publishing, overcoming creative roadblocks, and making complex ideas accessible to readers. * ABOUT DAVA SOBEL Dava Sobel is the bestselling author…

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#131: Sophie Flynn — Writing Thrillers, Should You Be A Kindle Bestseller or Go Down The Traditional Publishing Route? Plus the Mindset for a Long-Term Writing Career 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

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Bestselling thriller author Sophie Flynn reveals the raw truth about publishing—traditional vs. indie, rejection, and what it really takes to succeed. As Managing Director of Jericho Writers, she’s seen what separates thriving authors from those who quit. We dive into storytelling psychology, career-defining decisions, and the mindset shifts every …

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#130: Oliver Burkeman - An Imperfectionist's Guide to Overcoming Distraction and Finding Creative Flow, Writing NonFiction 54:37

3M ago54:37

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Oliver Burkeman, bestselling author of Four Thousand Weeks and Meditations for Mortals, on the power of embracing imperfection in both life and creativity, how to overcome distractions that hinder our creative flow, and the tools that can help us thrive in an imperfect world. * ABOUT OLIVER BURKEMAN Oliver Burkeman worked for many years at The Guar…

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#129: Anita Bhagwandas - Pitching And Crafting Viral Stories, Navigating ADHD, and Breaking Beauty Myths. 1:05:56

4M ago1:05:56

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Award-winning journalist Anita Bhagwandas on her journey from ambitious intern to a celebrated writer with bylines in The Guardian, Vogue, and Condé Nast Traveler. Anita shares practical advice on pitching as a freelance journalist, crafting impactful articles, and how she finds the hidden angle for a topic. She opens up about her experiences as a …

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#128: Sanjoy K. Roy — From 0 to 500k: Growing the Jaipur Literature Festival and Shaping Global Culture, How Art & Festivals Transform Cities 58:21

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Sanjoy K. Roy, the visionary behind the Jaipur Literature Festival in India, on growing the largest literary festival in the world (half a million visitors) expanding it to the US, UK and beyond and how storytelling and creativity can shape culture and change cities. * LINKS AND RESOURCES Jaipur Literature Festival Sanjoy: Instagram Teamwork Arts *…

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#127: Holly Black — Crafting Bestselling Fantasy: World-Building, Character Development, and The Prisoner’s Throne 51:58

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Holly Black, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of fantasy novels, on her process for writing bestselling fiction, on getting vital feedback on drafts, how she overcomes rejection and what success in publishing actually is. * ABOUT HOLLY BLACK Holly Black is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of fantasy books, including the novels of El…

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#126: John Muirs Laws — The Nature Journaling Framework To Unlock Boundless Creativity, Curiosity as a Superpower, and How to Deepen Your Writing 58:35

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Naturalist, artist, and educator John Muir Laws on how writers can awaken curiosity, deepen their connection to nature, and unlock boundless creativity through the transformative practice of nature journaling. * ABOUT JOHN MUIRS LAWS John (Jack) Muir Laws is a principal leader and innovator of the worldwide nature journaling movement. He is the au…

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#125: Vicky Reynal — Financial Therapy for Creatives, Balancing Art & Income, Financial Resilience, Writing Non-Fiction 55:44

5M ago55:44

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Financial therapist and writer Vicky Reynal on how creatives can better understand our belief systems around money and what tools we can turn to when making hard decisions around money. * ABOUT VICKY REYNAL Vicky Reynal is a psychotherapist, and runs her own clinic in London specialising in financial therapy. She has a weekly column in the Daily Ma…

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#124: Beth Kempton — Writing Non-Fiction, Turn Life’s Challenges into Creative Fuel, Unlocking Your Intelligent Heart, Fearless Creativity, Navigating Grief 53:36

5M ago53:36

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Bestselling nonfiction author Beth Kempton shares how writers can navigate life’s transition,s embrace impermanence, and unlock fearless creativity by drawing on Japanese philosophy and the profound power of writing. * ABOUT BETH KEMPTON Beth Kempton’s bestselling titles include Wabi Sabi: Japanese Wisdom for a Perfectly Imperfect Life and Kokoro: …

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Merry Christmas/Update on Next Season 4:40

5M ago4:40

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A quick "Merry Christmas" to all of our loyal Haunted listeners as well as an update regarding some delays to Haunted season 3. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#123: Anna Bogutskaya — Writing Horror, Role of the Monster, Breaking Creative Boundaries, Writing Nonfiction 1:03:16

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Anna Bogutskaya has studied thousands of horror films and books. In this interview we talk to Anna about the role of the monster and how writers can harness primal emotions to tell captivating stories. We also dive into her process for pitching and writing nonfiction books. * ABOUT ANNA BOGUTSKAYA Anna Bogutskaya is a freelance critic, author, film…

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#122: David Perell — Find Your Voice, Make Your Writing Memorable & Build a Personal Monopoly plus The Write of Passage Story 37:28

5M ago37:28

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Writer, Entrepreneur & Podcaster David Perell on simple frameworks you can use to bring your voice to life and write in a way that makes your writing memorable and has your readers calling you “one-of-a-kind." Links & Resources Write of Passage David Perell How I Write Podcast ABOUT DAVID PERELL David Perell has taught 2,000 people to write in his …

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#121: Kate Mosse — From Aspiring Writer to Literary Game-Changer, Launching The Women's Prize For Fiction, Writing Historical Fiction, Finding Success After Rejection 1:00:25

6M ago1:00:25

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Literary Legend Kate Mosse on writing 11 + novels, finding her voice with her fifth novel, researching historical fiction, pushing past doubt, dealing with rejection and how she launched the Women's Prize For Fiction. * ABOUT KATE MOSSE Kate Mosse is the author of eleven novels & short story collections, including the No 1 bestselling The Joubert F…

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The Last Indigo Part 6 of 6 54:40

6M ago54:40

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The final chapter of The Last Indigo arrives as James and Karl head to the Rosewood Institute to try and save Jade and Cassandra, they will be dragged into one final conflict with Mother Marwood. Hi everyone, just a quick note. We ran into some real audio problems on this episode as you will no doubt be able to hear in the episode. This was mostly …

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PREVIEW: The Last Indigo Part 6 5:44

6M ago5:44

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The final part of The Last Indigo releases this Sunday! In this preview clip the stage is set for a final confrontation between James and Mother Marwood. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#120: Dr. Isaac Prilleltensky — Wellness For Writers, How to Matter, Writing Non-Fiction, Building Communities, Why You Should Stay Away From Narcissists 57:18

6M ago57:18

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Dr. Isaac Prilleltensky has dedicated his life to studying happiness. In this episide we talk to him about ‘mattering’ and how we can use his research findings to write more, worry less about our status and embrace a lightness in our creative work. * ABOUT DR. ISAAC Dr. Isaac Prilleltensky holds the inaugural Erwin and Barbara Mautner Chair in Comm…

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The Last Indigo Part 5 of 6 32:37

7M ago32:37

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Remembering the way they left her at the orphanage, Cassandra decides to continue her mission and kidnaps Jade, not before shooting Karl. With his old friend and long time enemy bleeding out, James has to try and save Karl's life. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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PREVIEW: The Last Indigo Part 5 2:49

7M ago2:49

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Karl's attempt to help Cassandra regain her memories backfires in this preview clip of our upcoming episode! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Last Indigo Part 4 of 6 33:31

7M ago33:31

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Realising the true horror of Mother's "cleansing ritual" the gang are forced to escape alongside James and Karl's long lost friend Cassandra. Will it be a warm reunion or will the sins of the past prove too large to overcome? *ANNOUNCEMENT* Following a few fan requests we've partnered with the talented TrashDecoArts on Instagram to release a brand …

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PREVIEW: The Last Indigo Part 4 3:14

7M ago3:14

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Haunted returns this Sunday for the next instalment of "The Last Indigo". Here is just a small taste of what you can expect in the episode! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Last Indigo Part 3 of 6 27:25

7M ago27:25

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Following Ronnie's advice, James and Karl go to the church to speak to somebody called "Mother." Fearing that this may be Mother Marwood, the two men instead encounter a new kind of evil. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#119: Penny Wincer — Home Design For Writers, How To Transform Any Space Into A Space to Write, Writing Non-Fiction Proposals, Balancing Creativity with Life’s Demands 1:03:14

7M ago1:03:14

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Penny Wincer, an author, writer and non-fiction book coach on how writers can think deeply about their living spaces, what makes a house a home and we dive into her expertise around creating engaging non-fiction and creating a non-fiction book proposal to send to agents. * ABOUT PENNY WINCER Penny Wincer is an author, freelance writer and non-ficti…

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PREVIEW: The Last Indigo Part 3 4:05

7M ago4:05

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Jade and Karl have a heart to heart and Jade opens up about her own mysterious nature in this sneak peek at our upcoming episode. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Last Indigo Part 2 of 6 23:06

7M ago23:06

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Our Autumn special continues as James and Karl meet Jade who leads them to a dead body laying in the middle of the street. Upon further examination however, this body holds a dark secret... Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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PREVIEW: The Last Indigo Part 2 3:10

7M ago3:10

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Our autumn special continues this Sunday but you can catch a quick taster right here with a this preview scene from the episode! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The Last Indigo Part 1 of 6 25:20

7M ago25:20

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The Autumn special of Haunted: The Audio Drama is here! At the end of season two our heroes split into two groups, our summer special "Carnevil" followed Abigail & Dan as they tried to adjust back to a normal life in Greenvale when a sinister carnival comes to town. Now, in "The Last Indigo" we pick up with James and Karl as they try to track down …

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International Podcast Day & The Last Indigo Preview 11:00

8M ago11:00

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Happy International Podcast Day Everybody! To celebrate we're reading some fan mail and bringing you a preview of our fall special The Last Indigo, releasing soon! Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#118: Sam Copeland — How to Catch The Eye Of A Literary Agent, Compelling Pitch Letters & Writing Funny Children’s Fiction 52:06

8M ago52:06

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Literary Agent (RCW Agency) and children’s author Sam Copeland on what he’s looking for in his submissions pile, how to write a compelling pitch letter, what he thinks about submitting to agents internationally and how he constructs funny middle-grade fiction. * ABOUT SAM COPELAND Sam Copeland was shortlisted for Literary Agent of the Year at the 2…

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BONUS: James Hunter Notes - Project Indigo 8:43

8M ago8:43

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In the last of our supplemental "James Hunter Notes" series, James records his thoughts on the mysterious Project Indigo and the damage it has done to his life. Now that we have released all of our supplemental episodes it won't be long until we begin releasing out Autumn Special "The Last Indigo" so make sure to keep a look out for that! Get bonus…

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#117: Kate Young — Writing Cookbooks, Viral Blogs, Plotting Romcoms and Writing Sex Scenes 58:25

8M ago58:25

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Award-winning cookbook writer, blogger and novelist Kate Young on creating a viral cooking blog, how she turned her blog into a series of cookbooks, and what goes into a pitch for a cookbook. Plus her approach to plotting rom com, adding depth to rom-com characters, her approach to writing sex scenes and what she thinks every rom com should have. *…

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BONUS: James Hunter Notes - The Gemini Flask 5:15

8M ago5:15

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James Hunter records his thoughts on the ancient artefact known as The Gemini Flask. The item was used in the season two episode "Darkness Falls" by Theo Harper to place a blood curse on himself and Abigail, forcing James to decide to kill one of them. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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BONUS: James Hunter Notes - The Fire Of Catalan 5:15

8M ago5:15

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We continue our countdown to the release of The Last Indigo with more of James Hunter's private recordings. This week he records notes on a supposedly haunted object; The Fire Of Catalan. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#116: Pádraig Ó Tuama — Using poetry to notice the world, Knowing when a poem is done, How to strengthen your poetry writing 17:09

8M ago17:09

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Practical advice from Irish poet Pádraig Ó Tuama on writing and editing poetry and expanding your world with poetry. Highlights from a previous episode. For the full episode, listen to interview episode #103 * ABOUT PÁDRAIG Ó TUAMA Pádraig Ó Tuama is a theologian, writer, and conflict transformation practitioner. His books include In the Shelter: …

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BONUS: James Hunter Notes - The Pythagoras Prism 6:45

8M ago6:45

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Count down to the release of our next special "The Last Indigo" over the next four weeks with these special mini-episodes in which James Hunter records his notes on various supernatural objects encountered in the Haunted universe. This episode also features a brief preview of upcoming Viking musical Blodlina! You can find out more about this epic V…

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