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On Page One - The Writer's Podcast, we talk to writers of all descriptions (authors, screenwriters, comic writers and more) about their writing process and how they craft their next great works. We also explore their career, including how their first big break happened, and discuss the ups and downs along the way. We learn something new every episode, and we hope you do ... more

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Benedict Anning is a Surrey-born author and short fiction writer living just outside of Edinburgh with his wonderful cat, Penny. An artist at heart and fan of all things eerie, Ben has a special love for twis... more

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This past weekend, we travelled to London for Capital Crime, London's premier crime and thriller festival and while we were there, we took the opportunity to record some bite-sized interviews with a few auth... more

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Anna Smith Spark loves grimdark and epic fantasy and historical military fiction. She has a BA in Classics, an MA in history and a PhD in English Literature. She has previously been published in the Fortean T... more

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Craig Robertson had a twenty-year career as a journalist with a Scottish Sunday newspaper before becoming a full-time author. His books such as Murderabilia, The Photographer and Watch Him Die have been nom... more

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Recent Guests

Kieron Gillen
Author and comic writer, former games journalist, co-creator of Rock Paper Shotgun
Independent / Image Comics / Marvel
Episode: Ep. 270 - Kieron Gillen on moving from Games Journalist to Comic Book Writer
David Goodman
Debut spy novelist, author of A Reluctant Spy and Solitary Agents; works under the name David W. Goodman for sci‑fi projects
Headline (UK publisher for Solitary Agents); Solaris (for Shards Of Starlight)
Episode: Page One Extra - David Goodman on Why Book Release Day is Just the Starting Gun
Callum McSorley
Author of Squeaky Clean, Paperboy, Rat Race
Scottish crime author
Episode: Ep. 269 - Callum McSorley on Mixing Noir and Humour
Cailean Steed
Host of Balancing the Books podcast and author; teacher
Balancing the Books (podcast)
Episode: Adventures in Publishing-land: Nobel AI Scandal, Silicon Serpents & The Children's Literacy Crisis
Andrea Mara
Irish author of domestic noir thrillers (e.g., All Her Fault, Such a Nice Girl)
Author
Episode: Ep. 268 - Andrea Mara on The "What If" Method: Building Domestic Noir
RJ Barker
Author of The Bone Ships, Gods of the Weird Wood, Mortedant's Peril
Independent/Orbit
Episode: Page One Extra - RJ Barker On Subverting Epic Fantasy Tropes
Leigh Radford
Author of One Yellow Eye
Author, One Yellow Eye
Episode: Ep. 267 - Leigh Radford on How Personal Grief Transformed into a Debut Horror Novel
Stephen Fishbach
Author and former Survivor contestant
Author, Survivor alumnus
Episode: Ep. 266 - Stephen Fishbach on moving from Survivor to Pushcart Prize Winner
Alessandra Ranelli
Debut author of Murder at the Hotel Orient; author and former pastry chef
Author
Episode: Ep. 265 - Alessandra Ranelli on the real-life inspiration behind her debut

Hosts

Tariq Al-Hassan
Host of Page One - The Writer's Podcast; long-running voice in interviews with writers
Marco DeLuca
Host of Page One - The Writer's Podcast and related shows; known for thoughtful, insightful questions
Marko Vuković
Co-host with broad involvement across multiple Page One properties; brings publishing and authoring perspectives
Tarek Al-Masri
Co-host, contributes industry insight and interview prompts

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 143 ratings
  • Not to be missed

    As an aspiring author I love this podcast for its mix of practical advice, honest discussion and humour. Keep up the great work guys 👏🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alli Meldrum
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • One of my favourite writing podcasts

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for many years and have always found it very enjoyable and helpful! Would recommend to all writers (and anyone who loves books)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lihb207
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Accessible and Inclusive

    The friendly and authentic style of this podcast is what makes me want to listen to it. I love the honesty and of course the fantastic advice. Thanks guys - appreciate all your time and effort!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cracking Wine
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Bingeable

    I just discovered this podcast and have raced through several of their interviews with some of my favourite writers. Very binge-worthy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Shangela Violet
    Australia8 months ago
  • Simply the best

    Easily the best podcast out there about writing. Their backlog of episodes is amazing. The hosts are super likable and pull some great conversation out of their guests. I listen to a number of writing podcasts, but this one clears all of them. This show is wildly underrated. I almost never see it recommended, but I am recommending it to you right now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Grossenbach
    United States10 months ago

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Talking Points

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Adventures in Publishing-land: Nobel AI Scandal, Silicon Serpents & The Children's Literacy Crisis
Q: What is the core finding of the Bookseller study about why children read infrequently?
Three broad reasons: reading isn't seen as enjoyable, reading is treated as a pressure rather than a pleasure, and heavy screen-based entertainment competes for children's free time; the education system and parental attitudes toward literacy also influence these patterns.
Ep. 270 - Kieron Gillen on moving from Games Journalist to Comic Book Writer
Q: What's the difference between creator-owned and work-for-hire for you?
He describes creator-owned as more intense because you're responsible for the entire vision, while work-for-hire is a problem-solving task where you deliver a story that serves the IP and team; the negotiation and control dynamics differ, with creator-owned demanding personal investment and leadership.
Ep. 270 - Kieron Gillen on moving from Games Journalist to Comic Book Writer
Q: How did the move from video game journalism to comics happen for you?
Gillen explains a gradual shift from freelance journalism and fanzine work into comics, emphasizing practice, building a portfolio, and leveraging opportunities as they appeared, with Phonogram marking a turning point that allowed him to go freelance and eventually focus on comics full-time.
Ep. 269 - Callum McSorley on Mixing Noir and Humour
Q: What drew you to crime and noir over sci-fi in the long run?
He explains that crime provides a clearer, more straightforward pathway for novel-length storytelling and that sci-fi often collapses under its own world-building in longer formats, whereas crime benefits from its genre conventions and structure.
Ep. 269 - Callum McSorley on Mixing Noir and Humour
Q: Did you always want to be a writer?
Yes, from a young age the love of reading, combined with a passion for storytelling, led him toward writing as a career path, with formal study in journalism and creative writing shaping his approach.

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What is Page One about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A craft-focused show that centers writers across genres, from crime to fantasy, screenwriting to publishing. Conversations typically explore a guest's writing process, career milestones, and practical craft tips, often weaving in how real-world experiences shape novels, TV scripts, or game-writing. Episodes frequently spotlight debut journeys, publishing dynamics, branding, and the evolving landscape of fiction, with a warm, supportive hosting style that draws out specific techniques, workflows, and career pivots. Notable strengths include deep dives into genre-bending approaches, productive outlining methods, and practical guidance for aspiring writers looking to break in or level up, plus occasional industry-wide takes on publishing trend... more

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1. Kieron Gillen
2. David Goodman
3. Callum McSorley
4. Cailean Steed
5. Andrea Mara
6. RJ Barker
7. Leigh Radford
8. Stephen Fishbach

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