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Through discussions and interviews with writers, artists and health professionals, author friends James McKenzie Watson and Ashley Kalagian Blunt explore the big questions: how do books get written? How do people navigate life with chronic illness? And just what ARE you reading? Hosted by James McKenzie Watson, winner of the 2021 Penguin Literary Prize, and Ashley Kalagian Blunt, author of 'Dark M... more

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A bonus episode to announce Ashley's upcoming national book tour for the launch of Like, Follow, Die, plus a very special Sydney launch event!

Upcoming events:

• James is speaking at Fresh Voices: The Penguin Literary Prize Shortlist on Wednesd... more

It's been 30 years since award-winning author Anita Heiss made her debut on the Australian literary scene. She reveals the moment she finally felt she'd made it in the industry and why her powerful historical novel, Dirrayawadha, was one of the most ... more

In episode 126, internationally bestselling author Christian White describes, in graphic detail, how he thinks of his readers as lobsters. He also shares how his grandmother convinced him to fear trees (but only at night) and why he finds comfort in ... more

It's that time of year again! (Well, almost … it's actually a bit early.) Collected here is a varied selection of 2025's 'What Are You Reading' book recommendations, nice and early so you can get your Christmas shopping started sooner rather than lat... more

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • Hearty fare from real writers

    James and Ashley‘s podcast was there for me in some of the long solo days as I worked on my first manuscript trying to find a belief in myself. James‘s candid sharing about his health and family issues and Ashley‘s thoughts about moving from Canada to Australia all resonated for me. When they interview authors the different perspectives that the two of them have works amazingly well to draw out these authors and get them talking about the real struggles of writing a book. Totally recommend subsc... more

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    5
    Sarah_Jane_Smith
    Australiaa month ago
  • Fave podcast

    My go to podcast when I don’t know what to listen. Great rapport with the hosts and always great conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Booksweread
    Australia7 months ago
  • Listen To This. You're welcome.

    Great chemistry between the hosts, addictive humour, forensic analysis of writing skills, variety of reading topics, insightful health info, beautiful example of the collegiate literary community. James and Ashley are my favourites. Have not missed a single episode since Ep 1. Highly recommend. Cass

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2025and beyond
    Australia7 months ago
  • Excellent and always on point

    One of my favourite writing podcasts. James and Ashley are excellent hosts and so funny!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Engaged author
    Australia2 years ago
  • A must-listen

    James and Ashley Stay at Home is one of my all-time favourite podcasts. Such a wonderful resource for writers, and anyone with a body, or a mind!

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    5
    PowerRanger09
    Australia3 years ago

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