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Inside Books

Unique Media
Cork, Ireland
Dublin, Ireland
Sweat Bathing
Journalism
Galway, Ireland
Blarney, Ireland
Bailout Babies
Pure Gold
Crime Fiction
Liverpool
Miami Showband Massacre
Charleen Hurtubise
Frida Slattery As Herself
The Rituals
Irish Writers Centre
Dinosaurs On Other Planets
Ireland
Irlandia Press
The Currency
Dublin

Podcast by Unique Media

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Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with author of young adult novels, journalist and musician Anna Carey.

Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with author Danielle McLoughlin. Danielle's stories have appeared in newspapers and magazines such as The Stinging Fly, The ... more

Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with James Morrissey , communications consultant, author, and former award-winning journalist. James co-founded The Sunday B... more

Inside Books is a regular popular author interview podcast presented by Breda Brown. In this episode Breda is in conversation with Ana Kinsella, an Irish writer living in London. As a journalist she has written for the Guardian, Frieze, Dazed, n+1, A... more

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Recent Guests

Danielle McLoughlin
Writer from Cork
Self-employed writer
Episode: Inside Books Episode 135 Danielle McLoughlin
James Morrissey
Journalist, author and strategic communications advisor
The Sunday Business Post; journalist and author
Episode: Inside Books Episode 134 James Morrissey
Ana Kinsella
Irish writer, journalist, and novelist
Author; Scribner (Frida Slattery as Herself)
Episode: Inside Books Episode 133 Ana Kinsella
Rosemary Hennigan
Author and solicitor
Author of The Truth Will Out, The Hotel Guest; board member Irish Writers Centre
Episode: Inside Books Episode 132 Rosemary Hennigan
Louise Nealon
Author of Snowflake and Everything That Is Beautiful
Author, published by Bonyr/HarperCollins
Episode: Inside Books Episode 131 Louise Nealon
Charleen Hurtubise
Novelist, poet, essayist, and artist
Based in Dublin, originally from Michigan
Episode: Inside Books Episode 130 Charleen Hurtubise
Adam Maguire
TV, radio and online journalist for RTÉ
RTÉ
Episode: Inside Books Episode 129 Adam Maguire
Olivia Hope
Irish picture book author
Episode: Inside Books Episode 128 Olivia Hope and Chris Judge
Chris Judge
Irish illustrator, artist, and children's picture book author
Episode: Inside Books Episode 128 Olivia Hope and Chris Judge

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Breda Brown
Host of Inside Books

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Inside Books

    Great resource for all us budding writers. Congratulations Breda super quality podcast.

    Maurice Downey

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mirador1710
    Ireland8 years ago

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Inside Books Episode 122 Rosanna Cooney
Q: How did the writing process evolve from first draft to publication?
The first draft was lean and the editor pushed for more personal and narrative content, resulting in a dramatic increase in word count and a more complete, engaging manuscript.
Inside Books Episode 122 Rosanna Cooney
Q: What were the biggest challenges in shaping the book's structure?
The main challenge was balancing personal storytelling with rigorous cultural and historical context, which editor Rachel Pierce helped resolve by guiding the structure and chapter organization.
Inside Books Episode 122 Rosanna Cooney
Q: So where did the idea for the book come from?
Rosanna explains it began as a personal passion that aligned with her journalism career, leading to conversations with Irlandia Press and a fateful meeting that suggested writing a book about Ireland's sweat bathing and sauna traditions.
Inside Books Episode 132 Rosemary Hennigan
Q: How did the publishing process feel for your first book, and how did you navigate the post-launch period?
She describes feeling like a deer in headlights initially, seeking advice from peers, building a supportive network, and navigating post-pandemic publishing with limited early events but eventual adaptation and growth.
Inside Books Episode 132 Rosemary Hennigan
Q: What's your writing routine and how has it evolved?
Rosemary discusses finding that writing best happens in the evenings, using various devices, and the importance of allowing space and breaks between books to refresh perspective.

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This show centers on writers, editors, journalists, and artists, with in-depth conversations that trace creative paths, craft, and publishing journeys. Episodes frequently explore how routines, collaboration, and research shape long-form writing, from novels to memoirs and literary non-fiction, often set against Irish culture and history. Noteworthy is the emphasis on process—drafting practices, workshops, and the balance between day jobs and creative work—along with strong guest diversity (authors, illustrators, critics, and reporters). Listeners likely gain practical insights for their own writing or publishing projects, plus a window into the Irish literary and arts scene through intimate, mentor-like interviews.

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2. James Morrissey
3. Ana Kinsella
4. Rosemary Hennigan
5. Louise Nealon
6. Charleen Hurtubise
7. Adam Maguire
8. Olivia Hope

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