PLOT TWIST
Soman Chainani and Victoria AveyardHosted by worldwide bestselling authors Victoria Aveyard (RED QUEEN series, REALM BREAKER series) & Soman Chainani (THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD & EVIL series), PLOT TWIST takes you behind the scenes of the biggest swings in our careers. Victoria’s TEMPEST, her very first novel for adults, an epic pirate fantasy… and Soman’s YOUNG WORLD, a red-hot young adult political thriller. Each week, we pull back the... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 46 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksNews CommentaryNewsArts | |||
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Soman and Victoria argue over what defines a cash grab and whether artists need to justify their work. They also debate approaches to imposter syndrome and what to do if you’re not feeling connected to a project anymore. Victoria is reconsidering her... more
Soman and Victoria debate whether influencers have displaced authors at the top of the literary ecosystem. Also they consider how authors’ writing styles are influenced by AI and whether fantasy books can stand up to the greatest works of literature.... more
This week, a special conversation between Soman and Dr. Rose Brock about whether we’ve lost teenage boys for good and how we can make books ‘cool’ again. They discuss the educator bias towards female perspectives, the history of boys and books, and w... more
Soman and Victoria disagree over whether trigger warnings are inherently a problem. Also they discuss how loopholes in contracts can affect your career, plus the initial spark that helps them land on an idea. Victoria has officially bunkered into edi... more
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- Great content but…
I have enjoyed this podcast. I’ve listened to every episode the day it’s released. A couple of things I dislike: Victoria talks over Soman. She stopped before but she’s back to doing it and quite frequently. Since the volume is uneven, Soman gets drowned out during those moments. Also while I do like that the hosts have prepped and have notes, since their arguments are pretty long it definitely sounds like one or both of them are reading essays. Which- they are! So what started as a solid 4-5 ⭐️... more
Apple Podcasts3coco Buddha
United Statesa month ago - Such a good host pairing!
I watch this as much for the educational elements as for the dynamic between Victoria and Soman. The two are complete opposites and yet their friendship and banter make for such a compelling show! I look forward to listening every week.
Apple Podcasts5LabradoodleNoodle
Germany2 months ago - Great insight into the industry!
This is the only podcast I listen to at regular speed
Apple Podcasts5Tucci03
Canada2 months ago - Essential Listening
For anyone creative, authors especially, this show should be considered a must listen. The information shared about the creative process, publishing journey, navigation of financial and social pitflass is raw and honest. The show, by design, digs deeply into the nitty gritty while allowing the hosts to lay their emotions bare. If you're looking for motivation, insight and a guiding light - look no further.
Apple Podcasts5dougdordaUnited States3 months ago - Love 🩷
As an aspiring author, listening to what my literal DREAM life is like makes it feel so real and attainable. Thank you both so much for sharing behind the scenes. I love your hot takes and discussions and you’re both hilarious! Love you both!🩷
Apple Podcasts5GraceCatherine💕United States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #91 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #82 | Canada/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #144 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
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Apple Podcasts | #69 |  Poland/Arts/Books |
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A candid conversations-heavy show where two bestselling authors pull back the curtain on the publishing world, career pivots, and the craft of writing. Episodes frequently cover book covers, marketing, author-platform building, AI's impact on writing, editing, and the business side of publishing, all told with sharp banter and practical, experience-based advice. Noteworthy is the duo's willingness to tackle thorny industry topics—AI ethics, author rights, and the evolving landscape for YA and adult fantasy—while sharing behind-the-scenes tour stories and genuine perspectives on success, publishing timelines, and reader engagement.
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PLOT TWIST launched a year ago and published 46 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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