The Book Deal
Tina Strachan, Madeleine Cleary & Natasha RaiMotivation and inspiration for emerging writers, helping them pave their own pathway to publishing success.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 82 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsBooks | |||
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- Kylie Orr
Love this pod! Thank you for replaying Kylie Orr in your summer series. She’s brilliant & I’m hanging for her 3rd book to be published! 🙏
Apple Podcasts5Joy Mansib
Australia4 months ago - Love this pod!
Big gratitude to Tina, Madeleine and Natasha for all your work bringing us The Book Deal podcast. Love being with you all on your writing journeys and learning from both your experiences, and the interviews you do with your guest authors. I take something valuable away from every episode. Often MANY things. Thank you!
Apple Podcasts5Melissa ElkAustralia9 months ago - Lots of great advice to help you cross the great divide from aspiring writer to published author!
As a recently published debut author myself, I can identify with a lot of the experiences and advice on this podcast. I particularly enjoyed the latest episode including the interview with literary agent and critic Sam Bernard.
Apple Podcasts5rgg1877Australiaa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #80 | Australia/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #209 | Australia/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #145 |  New Zealand/Arts/Books |
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What is The Book Deal about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show centers on the publishing journey, from first drafts to book deals, with a strong emphasis on practical craft, pitching, and navigating industry realities. Episodes feature authors sharing long-running writing routines, strategies for querying and submissions, and the emotional rollercoaster of building a career beyond a single hit. Founders and editors appear to illuminate acquisitions, market trends, and how to position a manuscript for publishers and readers alike. A notable thread is the focus on resilience, long-term growth, and community support—covering second-book momentum, author branding, and the daily workflow that sustains a writing life. The format often blends deep dives into craft with behind-the-scenes industry ins... more
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Recent guests on The Book Deal include:
1. Bridie Blake
2. Catherine Milne
3. Amy Doak
4. Sophie Stern
5. Leearna Shaw
6. Inessa Jackson
7. Alli Parker
8. Mark Mupotsa-Russell
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