
Hosted 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 | 30 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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Victoria and Soman ring in 2026 with a preview of what’s coming this year for PLOT TWIST. Plus, a look back at our Top 10 most provocative arguments and 10 funny moments that brought us joy.
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Soman and Victoria take on the evil green-eyed snake – and consider whether jealousy isn’t so evil after all. Also they discuss the economics of buying books second-hand and whether poor sales can lead a publisher to cut a series short. Victoria is w... more
Soman and Victoria break down what an editor does — and more importantly, shouldn’t do. Also they commiserate over what to do on days where you don’t feel like writing. Soman wants to gain his weight back, and Victoria wants more time to actually rea... more
Soman and Victoria forecast the disturbing future of professionally produced content. Also they discuss rewriting first drafts and what really sells books. Victoria is working on her secret project, and Soman wants to repeat his Smackdown Spectacular... more
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Victoria and Soman have great chemistry, the format of the podcast is really fun and insightful; I actually feel like I’m getting real advice that’s honest and refreshing. Love these two!
I love this podcast - funny, insightful, and inspiring! Can’t wait to listen to a million more episodes and read a million more of your books.
Victoria seems to justify Charlie Kirk’s assassination because of his taken out of context quotes.
They cover a wide range of topics and do so with tact and integrity. They don’t undermine, but are honest and straightforward. I really appreciate the humour and chemistry between Victoria and Soman.
love the dynamic between Victorian & Soman! and the topics are so interesting, love getting to know their opinion on stuff!
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This podcast offers a unique glimpse into the world of literary creation and the publishing industry, guided by the insights of two bestselling authors. The hosts, Victoria Aveyard and Soman Chainani, share candid discussions on various aspects of writing, authorship, and the challenges faced within the literary community. Notable topics include the intricacies of editorial relationships, the impact of social media on authors' personal brands, and the complexities of ownership in the age of generative AI. With an engaging format that combines personal anecdotes, industry insights, and interactive mailbag answers, the show is tailored for aspiring writers, avid readers, and anyone interested in the art and business of storytelling.
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