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The Conversation with Nadine Matheson

Nadine Matheson
Publishing Industry
Crime Fiction
Writing Process
London
Publishing
Artificial Intelligence In Publishing
Artificial Intelligence
Ireland
Booktok
Romantasy
New York
Cozy Crime
Lucy Clarke
The Surf House
Morocco
The Mercy Step
Glasgow
138 Main Street
Gen AI
London, United Kingdom

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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In this episode of The Conversation, Nadine Matheson sits down with former Detective Chief Superintendent and author Russell Wate, who has led over 100 major crime and homicide cases. Russell shares insights from his remarkable career in law enforcem... more

Nadine takes a coffee break with debut author Erynne Rivers about Wench, her fae-drenched, romantic reimagining of the Robin Hood myth told through Maid Marian's eyes. They discuss the surreal wait between selling a book and seeing it on shelves, the... more

Jo Morey spent two decades as an executive headhunter before finally writing the novel she'd dreamed about since childhood. In this episode, she and Nadine talk candidly about the realities of breaking into publishing later in life from the Faber Aca... more

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Marco is in a bad mood this week, and doesn’t hold back when discussing the march of AI into audiobooks…! Plus, we chat about the depressing reaction to a book piracy site being taken down, and wonder if Cano... more

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Juliano Zaffino
Author of The Steps
Episode: Juliano Zaffino: Family, Ghosts and the Writers Journey
Deepa Anappara
Journalist, creative writing lecturer, author of Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line and The Last of Earth
Episode: Deepa Anappara: The Stories Nobody Tells, Missing People and the Future of Publishing
David Goodman
Award-winning author of the Legends spy series
Author
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

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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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Summer Rewind: Page One - The Writers Podcast: Deborah Harkness
Q: What is the 'hinterland' you keep in your head, and how does it influence writing?
There is always a hinterland of backstory and character detail that informs decisions, but you only put the essential pieces on the page to maintain narrative focus and reader engagement.
Summer Rewind: Page One - The Writers Podcast: Deborah Harkness
Q: How did the idea of a trilogy develop from what began as a single book?
The trilogy emerged as the project grew; the initial concept expanded beyond one book, and subsequent manuscripts completed the broader arc without losing the original world-building and characters' trajectories.
Summer Rewind: Page One - The Writers Podcast: Deborah Harkness
Q: What happened after you finished the first draft that eventually became a bestseller?
The draft was far too long and needed significant trimming; the agent advised cutting many pages, and after intense revisions I got it down to a manageable length and then moved into the traditional publishing process.
Summer Rewind: Page One - The Writers Podcast: Deborah Harkness
Q: Did you outline or write freely when you started the project that became A Discovery of Witches?
I have never outlined anything in my life; I prefer to let the story unfold and see where the characters take me.
Summer Rewind with Tariq Ashkanani: "I'm going to trust myself, I'm going to write it"
Q: What advice would you give your 25-year-old self?
Follow what you love, don't worry about the immediate job outcomes, and consider creative writing education as a path worth exploring.

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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. Juliano Zaffino
2. Deepa Anappara
3. David Goodman
4. Felix Mosse
5. Cailean Steed
6. Lucy Clarke
7. Marcia Hutchinson
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