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London Writers' Salon

Parul Bavishi, Matthew Trinetti
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A deep dive into the habits, mindsets, tools, craft secrets and creative practices bestselling writers use to write novels, plays, poetry, and articles. Hosted by the co-founders of the London Writers' Salon, Matt & Parul.

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Recent Guests

Sarah Hall
Award-winning author known for her deep connection to the landscape and rich character development.
Author of 13 novels and short story collections
Episode: #161: Sarah Hall — Writing Award-Winning Short Stories & Literary Fiction, Evocative Landscape & Creative Freedom; Booker-Nominated Writer
Chris Banks
Writer and entrepreneur, founder of ProWritingAid
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Episode: #159: Chris Banks — How to Build Creative Resilience: Feedback, Gratitude, Positive Psychology & the Courage to Write
Amie McNee
Creativity coach, writer, and speaker, known for her Instagram account Inspired to Write.
Self-published author and host of the Unpublished Podcast
Episode: #158: Amie McNee – The Hardest Lesson Every Creative Must Learn: Choose Yourself Before Anyone Else Does; The Salve for Jealousy, How to Overcome Rejection & Rebuild Self-Trust
Gretchen Rubin
Best-selling author known for her books on happiness and habits
Author of The Happiness Project, The Four Tendencies
Episode: #155: Gretchen Rubin — Secrets of a Creative Life: Better Time Management, Happiness Hacks, Sustainable Habits & How To Know Yourself Better; also Writing Nonfiction, Research & Redefining Success
Jane Friedman
Indie publishing expert and author
Author of The Business of Being a Writer
Episode: #147: Jane Friedman — The Publishing Industry is Changing. Here’s What Writers Should Know About Pitching, Platforms & Protecting Their Work
Julia Cameron
Influential author and creativity expert, known for her book 'The Artist's Way'.
Episode: #143: Julia Cameron – How to Reignite Your Creativity Through Daily Rituals, Believing Mirrors & The Artist’s Way (From the Vault)
Jono Hey
Illustrator, writer, and creator of the project Sketchplanations
Sketchplanations
Episode: #141: Jono Hey – Build a Creative Practice That Sticks: Mastering Visual Thinking, 900+ Sketches, Deep Simplicity and Collaborating with Bill Gates
Anne-Laure Le Cunff
Neuroscientist and founder of Ness Labs
Ness Labs
Episode: #135: Anne-Laure Le Cunff — The Science of Creativity: Using Tiny Experiments to Unlock Growth, Learning, and Better Writing
Dava Sobel
Bestselling author known for works like Longitude and Galileo's Daughter
Episode: #132: Dava Sobel — The Art of Science Storytelling, Writing Hidden Histories & How a Rejected Pitch Became a Bestseller

Hosts

Matt
Co-founder of London Writers' Salon and co-host of the associated podcast.
Parul
Co-founder and co-host of the London Writers' Salon podcast.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 211 ratings
  • Thank you!

    Great podcast. Interesting guests. Meaningful conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oreille attentive
    Francea month ago
  • Really valuable information

    As a writer who is currently in the process of reaching out to agents this is really helpful, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blowing The Lid - Cleris
    United States2 months ago
  • Inspiring and helpful

    I’m a fledging blogger/writer. This is a super helpful, inspiring and entertaining podcast. Thanks very much team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sturks
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing!

    Can’t believe it’s taken me so long to find this wonderful podcast. A must for any writer, these interviews are full of inspiration, tips and insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robboqqqqq
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Inspiring & practical

    The hosts do a very good job of getting diverse writers to let their hair down and reflect on their personal experiences of finding their way into writing careers. Thank you, LWS!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sara aka Meg
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the podcast for its inspiring content and practical writing tips, calling it a must-listen for writers of all backgrounds.
Reviewers appreciate the accessible format, with many mentioning that they feel a sense of community and support through the podcast.
The engaging hosts are frequently commended for their interview skills and the quality of guests, leading to a rich exploration of writing-related topics.

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#161: Sarah Hall — Writing Award-Winning Short Stories & Literary Fiction, Evocative Landscape & Creative Freedom; Booker-Nominated Writer
Q: What advice would you give to someone who feels their story lacks depth?
Explore the character's backstory, motivations, and experiences; the richness often lies in small details that grant insight into their struggles.
#161: Sarah Hall — Writing Award-Winning Short Stories & Literary Fiction, Evocative Landscape & Creative Freedom; Booker-Nominated Writer
Q: What did your first book teach you?
It taught me what not to do, primarily about the length and structure of a novel, since it was considered unpublishable.
#122: David Perell — Find Your Voice, Make Your Writing Memorable & Build a Personal Monopoly plus The Write of Passage Story
Q: How do you retain authenticity of your voice once you are in the public domain?
It's important to focus on sincerity, which is a pure expression that is unencumbered by social pressures, as opposed to trying to be the same person in every space.
#124: Beth Kempton — Writing Non-Fiction, Turn Life’s Challenges into Creative Fuel, Unlocking Your Intelligent Heart, Fearless Creativity, Navigating Grief
Q: For anyone who finds themselves in that space where they're thinking about questions of efficiency and success, what might be a good way of gently moving away from that?
The simplest and most difficult thing is to properly think about death, your own and those of other people, to understand life is not infinite. This perspective shifts how you want to spend your time.
#127: Holly Black — Crafting Bestselling Fantasy: World-Building, Character Development, and The Prisoner’s Throne
Q: How do characters arrive to you?
Black explains that while characters come to her more easily than plots, she does not consider characters fully settled until the book is done, often discovering deeper layers as the story develops.

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Frequently Asked Questions About London Writers' Salon

What is London Writers' Salon about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast engages listeners with insightful conversations centered around the experiences, strategies, and creative journeys of accomplished writers across various genres, including novels, plays, and poetry. Featuring interviews with bestselling authors and industry experts, it explores topics such as the writing process, the significance of community support, creativity practices, and the balance between personal and professional aspects of writing. Notably, the podcast creates a welcoming atmosphere where both seasoned and aspiring writers can find inspiration, guidance, and practical tools to enhance their craft.

Listeners can expect to discover diverse perspectives on overcoming challenges in writing, the role of criticism and feed... more

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Recent guests on London Writers' Salon include:

1. Sarah Hall
2. Chris Banks
3. Amie McNee
4. Gretchen Rubin
5. Jane Friedman
6. Julia Cameron
7. Jono Hey
8. Anne-Laure Le Cunff

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