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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson

Nadine Matheson
Publishing Industry
Crime Fiction
Artificial Intelligence In Publishing
Artificial Intelligence
Booktok
Romantasy
London
New York
Writing Process
Lucy Clarke
The Surf House
Morocco
Glasgow
138 Main Street
Gen AI
UK Copyright Policy
Booktok / Social Media Publishing Ecosystem
Human Authored Scheme
City Girls Forever
Solitary Agents

What really happens behind the book? What does it take to write the story you’ve been carrying for years and then survive the publishing process that follows?

The Conversation with Nadine Matheson is the podcast where authors tell the truth. Over 200 episodes, crime and thriller writer Nadine Matheson, author of the Inspector Anjelica Henley series, published by HQ (HarperCollins), has sat down wi... more

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What does it take to survive 25 years on the front line of British policing and come out the other side as a Sunday Times bestselling author? In this episode of The Conversation, Nadine Matheson sits down with John Sutherland, former Metropolitan Pol... more

Nadine is joined by three brilliant Black British crime writers for a special live edition of The Conversation. Together they explore the dark, thrilling, and deeply human world of crime fiction and what it means to be writing it right now.

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David Goodman
Award-winning author of the Legends spy series
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Episode: David Goodman: Solitary Agents, Award Season Survival & The Second Book Wobble
Felix Mosse
Author of The Mistral
Penguin Michael Joseph
Episode: Felix Mosse: Quitting acting, surviving submission, and writing his debut epic fantasy The Mistral
Cailean Steed
Host of the Balancing the Books podcast and an author; educator
Balancing the Books (podcast) / Teacher
Episode: Adventures in Publishing-land: Nobel AI Scandal, Silicon Serpents & The Children's Literacy Crisis
Lucy Clarke
Sunday Times bestselling author
Author
Episode: Coffee Break with Lucy Clarke: Morocco, TV Adaptations and Writing The Surf House
Marcia Hutchinson
Author of The Mercy Step
Self-identified author; The Mercy Step author
Episode: Reload: Marcia Hutchinson: From One to Watch to Prize-Winning Novelist - The Mercy Step's Journey to the Top
Lynne McEwan
Crime fiction writer; writes as Eva Macrae
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Episode: Lynne McEwan (Eva Macrae): I Notice More Than I Hear
Will Carver
Self-described award-losing writer of widely original fiction
Author, Bad Influence
Episode: Will Carver: The Barcode, the Comeback & Bad Influence
Martyn Waites
Award-winning author of the Tom Kilgallen series; writer of CB Everett
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Episode: Coffee Break with Martyn Waites: The Secret Behind the C.B. Everett Pen Name
Lulu Taylor
Sunday Times bestselling author
HarperCollins HQ
Episode: Lulu Taylor: The Write Life, Voice, Secrets & Second Chances

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Nadine Matheson
Host of the show, known for candid, insightful conversations about writing life, craft, and publishing.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • My favorite writing podcast

    This podcast feels like having a chat in the tent at Harrogate. As an author, I stopped enjoying listening to many writing podcasts because I wanted to have a break from thinking about it all the time- BUT the conversation is an exception. Always a delight to listen to, and manages to leave me feeling hopeful and happy. Love the mic of genres and the tangents they go on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A. Ranelli
    Austria3 months ago
  • best writing podcast available

    Nadine Matheson’s conversations are always highly entertaining and informative. Regardless of what genre the interviewed authors write in, I always learn something actionable for my own writing. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    llbwrites
    United Statesa year ago
  • Essential listening for authors

    I have listened to every single episode. Nadine is a fantastic host. One of the best writing podcasts. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cyarders
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • A great listen

    On my days off I regularly tune into Nadine’s podcast. She has a friendly style of interviewing - well, chatting with - her guests that brings out laughs and some great insights about writing. Thank you, Nadine!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elena-A
    Australiaa year ago
  • Brilliant conversation

    Fantastic host, great guests and fantastic conversation. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PhilippaEast
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Nina Bhadreshwar: Barnsley, California and Breaking Through
Q: When did you know you were a storyteller?
She recalls early experiences storytelling in camps as a child and winning public storytelling competitions, which cemented her love for telling stories.
Nina Bhadreshwar: Barnsley, California and Breaking Through
Q: Did you know it was going to be a series with DI Dana-Walker from the first book?
She wasn't sure at first, but the development of the characters and their enduring dynamics led to the decision that it could sustain a series.
Nina Bhadreshwar: Barnsley, California and Breaking Through
Q: Nina, how long were you in California for?
She describes long stretches in the 90s and again in the 2000s, totaling about a decade of intermittent living in the US, driven by visa status and professional opportunities.
Reload: Dom Nolan - Shadows, Rabbit Holes and a 10 Year Stretch
Q: What was the turning point that allowed you to pursue writing full-time after redundancy?
A redundancy package gave him time and money to focus on writing, transforming a potential setback into a chance to commit to a writing career and shape his subsequent publishing path.
Reload: Dom Nolan - Shadows, Rabbit Holes and a 10 Year Stretch
Q: So my question is, how do you balance planning and spontaneity in writing?
He describes planning as a protective, flexible safety net that also enables spontaneity in prose and voice, arguing that a strong foundational plan frees him to deviate more freely during drafting.

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What is The Conversation with Nadine Matheson about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on authors sharing candid truths about writing life, creative process, and the publishing journey. Each episode blends a broad, free-flowing conversation about craft with a focused discussion of the guest's latest book, offering practical insights into drafting, planning, researching, and navigating publishing decisions. It frequently features crime, thriller, and literary fiction voices, with episodes that cover market trends, adaptation hopes, and the realities of building a long-running writing career. A notable strength is the host's personality and journalistic openness, which tends to unpack both professional strategies and personal stories, making it valuable for aspiring writers, industry peers, and readers curious ... more

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1. David Goodman
2. Felix Mosse
3. Cailean Steed
4. Lucy Clarke
5. Marcia Hutchinson
6. Lynne McEwan
7. Will Carver
8. Martyn Waites

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