
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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 262 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Welcome to Season 5 of 'The Conversation with Nadine Matheson' 🎉
"No one's asking for the work. No one was asking for Time Jump… but I still have the faith that it will pay off. And I love writing and I think it's the thing I'm best at. So to not d... more
Welcome to Season 5 of 'The Conversation with Nadine Matheson' 🎉
"Romance and crime are propping up the entire industry. It's billions of dollars and pounds a year. So if it wasn't for these books, good luck getting your breakout literary moment." more
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On this week’s episode, we are talking about MrBeast & James Patterson’s apparent book flop, and wondering if publishers will learn that social media following doesn’t translate into book sales. Plus, we talk... more
🌞 Summer Rewind: While we count down to Season 5 (launching 8 September 2026), we're revisiting some of the best conversations and fan favourites from Season 4.
"The more rejections you get, the less they matter because they become ordinary."
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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.
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.
I have listened to every single episode. Nadine is a fantastic host. One of the best writing podcasts. Love it.
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!
Fantastic host, great guests and fantastic conversation. Love it!
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A show's conversations center on the realities of writing, publishing, and sustaining a writing career, with authors discussing their craft, career pivots, and market dynamics. Across episodes, guests share candid journeys—from shifting genres and balancing family life to navigating agents, editors, and reader expectations—alongside deep dives into a guest's latest book. The format typically starts with a broad, reflective interview about the guest's writing life and process, followed by a focused discussion of their newest work, industry anecdotes, and practical tips for authors. Notable strengths include a warm, interviewer-led style that prompts honest storytelling, and a willingness to tackle tough topics like rejection, mental health, ... more
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