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WritersCast

WritersCast

WritersCast is the voice of writers. Host David Wilk interviews authors of new and forthcoming fiction, poetry and non-fiction books, talking with them about their work as writers, the stories they tell, the subjects they write about and the books they write. Writers reveal the thoughts and ideas behind their writing, and talk about a wide variety of topics of interest to their readers.

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Publishing Talks started as a series of conversations with book industry professionals and others involved in media and technology, mostly talking about the future of publishing, books, and culture. It was great fun talking with people in the book in... more

Playback (A Novel) — Carla Malden — 9781644284872 — Hardcover — 216 pages — Rare Bird Books — Published August 12, 2025 — $28 — ebook versions available at lower prices

Time travel fiction is among my favorite literary genres. I’ve been reading time... more

Publishing Talks started as a series of conversations I had with book industry professionals and others involved in media and technology, talking about the future of publishing, books, and culture. It was great fun discussing the evolution of publish... more

Just Willa (a novel)—Helen Sheehy—Cave Hollow Press—978-2-7342678-3-9—paperback—428 pages—$21.95—April 13, 2025—ebook versions available at varying lower prices

As many Writerscast listeners know, I only interview writers about books I like and enjo... more

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Lots of insights on writing and publishing

    I’ve enjoyed all the episodes of this program. Host David Wilk does a good job, letting his guests do most of the talking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    philipsturner
    United States3 months ago
  • Great show!

    David, host of the WritersCast podcast, highlights all aspects of writing and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malfoxley
    United States4 years ago
  • Thoroughly addictive

    David Wilk brings new works to light. He converses with his guests but has an innate sense of when to turn the talking over to the author. He gets to the writer’s passion, not just to the topic at hand. This is a welcome breath of fresh air. Michael Wolfe

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wolfhowl13
    United States5 years ago
  • Terrific

    Gets right to the interview - not any of the normal wasted time fooling around at the start. Really interesting interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Back seat
    United States8 years ago
  • great podcast

    Wilk is a knowledgeable host, really enjoy listening to these episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D@nG1
    United States9 years ago

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