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A fun and down-to-earth podcast dedicated to helping you launch and grow your brand online by injecting it with a whole load of personality and creating content that turns followers into loyal fans. Hosted by Nell Casey – founder of creative copywriting agency Fete Creative – this podcast gives you the low down on all things ecommerce copywriting from finding your brand’s voice, writing product descriptions and using social media to connect with your customers. It also features interviews wi ...
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Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.com
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Guest host Jo Riccioni chats with fantasy author Madeleine Te Whiu about her Assassin trilogy's final instalment, crafting complex characters, balancing a vet nursing career with writing, and insights into her creative journey. Madeline's passion for books began when she was growing up in rural South Australia. Her youngest memory of books is sitti…
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Unlock the secrets of radical confidence, take steps to silence that inner critic and learn the profound distinction between the Hero’s and Heroine’s Journey in this week’s bumper episode with Megan Dalla-Camina, author of WOMEN RISING. Megan Dalla-Camina is the Founder and CEO of Women Rising and a world leading expert in women’s leadership. A cel…
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Are your Facebook ads ready for Black Friday? Running paid campaign advertising can be a great way to reach new and existing customers right when they're ready to spend. But ad costs also skyrocket in late-November. So preparation and planning is essential to maximise ad spend and hold onto your profit. Tenai Seymour is a multi-award winning digita…
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In this 'From the Archives' episode of Writes for Women, host Pamela Cook sits down with award-winning author and mentor Lisa Hall-Wilson, author of 'Method Acting for Writers', to explore the craft of writing in deep point of view (DPOV). Pam and Lisa chat about the nuances that distinguish DPOV from limited third-person narrative, the flexibility…
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Did you see Pam and some of the Writes4Women gang at the Northern Beaches Readers Festival last weekend? In this week’s episode Pam gives you her top takeaways after spending a weekend with amazingly talented writers and shares her exciting news! SHOWNOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast W4W…
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This week on Writes4Women, host Pamela Cook sits down with Christy Cashman, author of The Truth About Horses, for an unforgettable chat about her writing journey, from film to fiction. In this episode, Christy dives deep into the creative process behind her emotional debut novel—a coming-of-age story about a girl, her connection to horses, and the …
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What books have most shaped your writing? In this week’s episode, @pamelacookwrites returns to her ‘Under the Influence’ series where she chats to @joanna_nell_writer about the books that have made a big impact on her career. Prepare to add to your TBR pile because this episode is jam-packed with recommendations and writing advice Timestamps: 00:44…
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Mia Fileman is an expert marketing strategist and founder of Campaign Del Mar. Her hard hitting, no BS marketing expertise is honed by 20 years in the industry. Including a decade of brand management roles for global consumer brands Vegemite, Kraft, Maybelline and BIC in France. She is a widely published writer for publications including Social Med…
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This week we have an 'out of the archive 'episode featuring a chat with fantasy author and book tok sensation Stacy McEwen. Pam chats to Stacey about the importance of social media for authors, especially TikTok, and provides practical tips for creating engaging content. Stacy discusses her TikTok journey, which began during the pandemic, and how i…
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Kellee Erickson is the founder of online children’s bed linen brand Little Human Linens Since starting her business, Kellee’s approach to Black Friday marketing has changed completely. Now, she bases her entire annual marketing strategy around the Black Friday sales season. In this episode of Voice Your Brand, host Nell Casey speaks with Kellee abo…
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Season 2 of the Voice Your Brand podcast is all about Black Friday strategies for small businesses. But we're not talking straight discounting. It's all about helping you position your brand to make the most of the spending season, so you can build your audience, grow your sales and ride that wave into 2025. Whether you think it’s a ridiculous cons…
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This week on Writes4Women, Pamela Cook sits down with authors Anna Foxkirk and Megan Mayfair to delve into their holiday anthology, 'The 12 Tropes of Christmas.' From their unique journeys to publication and the joy of writing communities to essential health tips for writers, discover the magic behind their latest collaborative project. Plus, Megan…
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Host Pamela Cook discusses her experiences at the recent Romance Writers of Australia conference held in Adelaide. She provides a detailed overview of the event, including a variety of sessions on writing, social media strategy, and career longevity in romance writing. Key highlights include discussions on current trends in the romance writing indu…
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Join contemporary fiction writers Anne Freeman and debut author Casey Knott as they delve into their engaging novels 'Forgotten' and 'Me that You See.' In this episode, Anne and Casey discuss the extraordinary challenges their female protagonists face, from grappling with lost memories to navigating unexpected life changes. Tune in to hear about th…
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Where would you be without your writer friends? And how do you go about writing a novel readers won't be able to put down? Dive into the suspenseful world of psychological thrillers with debut author Lisa Kenway on this week's episode of Writes4Women. Tune in as Lisa shares the long journey to publication behind her gripping novel ALL YOU TOOK FROM…
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Join host Pamela Cook in this week's episode of Writes4Women for a deep dive into the books that have significantly influenced her writing journey. Discover how THE HOURS by Michael Cunningham captured women's lives, THE ARTISTS’ WAY by Julia Cameron unlocked creativity, and Tim Winton's works enriched settings and characters. Explore the emotional…
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In this episode of 'Writes for Women,' host Pamela Cook is joined by multi-published Australian author Sandie Docker to discuss her latest novel, 'The Lyrebird Lake Ladies Choir.' Sandie shares insights into her inspiration for the story, the challenges of writing dual timelines, and the emotional depth of her characters. The discussion also delves…
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This week on Writes4Women, get encouraged to reimagine your pathway to publishing. Pamela Cook hosts the unstoppable Sasha Wasley, diving into her riveting journey as a hybrid author. Don’t miss Sasha’s insights on being resilient in publishing, generating multiple revenue streams, and the exciting prospects of mixing traditional and indie publishi…
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What’s an eco-thriller and what does Tim Winton have to do with this week’s author’s latest book, THE REWILDING? Find out in the latest episode of Writes4Women with host Pamela Cook and novelist Donna Cameron. Donna shares her journey from playwright to novelist, the deep character psychology, the crucial role of hope, and the joys of writing that …
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In an interview it would be a crime to miss, thriller author and guest host Rae Cairns goes deep on the writing process with acclaimed police procedural best selling author, Sarah Bailey. Sarah spills the beans on her dynamic writing process, from initial ideas to final edits. Don’t miss insights on creating gripping tension, managing ethical dilem…
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Ever wondered how debut authors navigate the rollercoaster of their first publication? In this insightful episode of Writes4Women, Pam chats with debut novelists Maxine Fawcett, Jill Valentine and Helen Signy. From the emotional highs and lows of the writing process to the triumphs and challenges of getting published, this episode is packed with ca…
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How do you keep the publishing dream alive when the going gets tough? In this heartfelt episode of Writes4Women, Lisa Darcy joins Pam for an open-book conversation packed with reflections and practical tips. Discover how to stay motivated and keep reaching towards your publication goals, even in challenging times. Lisa also talks about re-inventing…
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Feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of writing? Join Maya Linnell as she chats with New York Times bestselling author Katherine Center on the Writes4Women Podcast! Catherine shares her journey of moving from a slow burn to success, her love for the joyful process of writing, and the art of self-encouragement. Discover how hope and humor blend seam…
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Sometimes publishing hurts, but that doesn’t mean you should give up on writing! Pam gets personal in this special Heart 2 Heart episode of Writes4Women, giving you 5 reasons you should keep writing that DON’T include signing a book contract. If the sometimes fickle publishing industry has you a bit down, have a moment with Pam and find your mojo a…
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Guest host Mary-Lou Stephens chats to fellow historical fiction author Julie Bennet about her second novel, The Lost Letters of Rose Carey. A former journalist Julie's novels are inspired by her experiences on stage as a child extra in the newly-opened Sydney Opera House (The Understudy) and now by her research into the life of 1920's movie icon An…
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Discover the inspiring story of Ber Carroll in this captivating episode of Writes4Women. Join us as we trace her 20-year publishing journey, from the release of her debut novel to her latest work, ONE OF US IS MISSING. Gain invaluable insights into Ber's process of dealing with publishing highs and lows, her approach to creating compelling family d…
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In this episode host Pamela Cook chats to Karen Viggers about her recent release Sidelines. The novel centres around a violent brawl at a suburban junior soccer game. Some onlookers are shocked. But others saw it coming. Rivalry, parental pressure, coaching bias, inequity, and many other factors have played a part in turning Saturday mornings into …
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Today's episode features rural romance author Renae Black, and is all about getting your debut novel published. Renae is the author of Red Dirt Home, published by HQ Harper Collins. Renae Black's family stretches back at least three generations of farmers on both her mum and dad's side. She spent her formative years growing up on a property north o…
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Lauren Chater is the author of the historical novels The Lace Weaver, Gulliver's Wife and The Winter Dress. Her latest book, The Beauties is a seductive story of rivalry, artistic passion and a woman bold enough to use her beauty as a weapon. It's a dual timeline, multiple point of view narrative set in the seventeenth century written in Lauren's b…
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Jenna Lo Bianco is a writer, educator, PhD Candidate, and advocate for Italian language education in Australia. She is the author of the newly released contemporary fiction title, The Italian Marriage, the first of three books all set in Italy. With nearly 60 publications to her name, Jenna is trusted nationally and internationally to write about a…
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Tate James, USA Today Bestselling Author of Fantasy, Paranormal Romance, and Urban Fantasy chats to host Pamela Cook about life as an indie author and her reverse harem Maddison Kate series. Unable to find enough of the books she wanted to read, Tate turned her hand to writing reverse harem novels. Since then she has written over 45 novels and hit …
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Brendan Novak is the New York Times bestselling author of over 75 books. She has been writing for over 25 years, and began when she found her childcare provider drugging her children with cough syrup and Tylenol to get them to sleep. Horrified and not able to trust anyone with her babies anymore, she needed something to do while working from home. …
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Mary-Lou Stephens talks to host Pamela Cook about her second historical fiction novel, The Chocolate Factory. As the title suggests it's a tale of intrigue and romance, woven into the factual story of the beginnings of the Cadbury chocolate factory in Tasmania. Mary-Lou talks about the inspiration for the novel, the pressures of writing 'the second…
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Guest host Meredith Jaffé, author of The Dressmakers of Yarrandarrah and The Tricky Art of Forgiveness, chats to Jane Tara about her new release Tilda is Visible. Jane has published over a hundred children's books, several plays ya in romance novels, as well as travel and educational books and journalism. She spent 13 years wandering the world and …
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Something a little different this week as host Pamela Cook chats to novelist and memoir writer Kathryn Abdul-Baki about her memoir Dancing into the Light, a beautiful story of growing up between two cultures and coming to grips with grief. Kathryn was born in Washington, DC to a Palestinian father and an American mother, and grew up in Iran, Kuwait…
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Rae Cairns hosts a compelling interview with bestselling crime author Dervla McTiernan, who shares insights on her latest book WHAT HAPPENED TO NINA?. The conversation delves into McTiernan's writing process, the evolution of her craft from her first book to her ninth, and the thematic exploration of toxic relationships and the weaponization of med…
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Dr Amy T. Matthews is an award-winning author, an Associate Professor in Creative Writing at Flinders University, and the co-host of the podcasts Word Docs and Love on Campus. Her most recent release, Someone Else's Bucket List, a P.S. I Love You for the digital age, is about an outgoing social media influencer who leaves crippling medical debt beh…
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Kylie Orr is an Australian author of dark and twisty contemporary fiction. Her debut novel, Someone Else's Child was published in 2022 to industry and reader acclaim. Her new novel, The Eleventh Floor, is a page turning read about a sleep deprived first time mum and a crime she wishes she didn't witness. In this episode Pam chats to Kylie about her…
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Ever wondered what it would be like to have the same name as a famous literary character? Pam chats to best-selling Australian author Rachael Johns about her new release The Other Bridget, a fabulous contemporary romance which draws inspiration from one of the all time great rom coms, The Diary of Bridget Jones by Helen Fielding. Rachael shares whe…
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Welcome to Season 5 of Writes4Women! In this captivating episode of Writes4Women, we sit down with acclaimed author Hannah Richell to dive into her writing journey, the challenges she's faced, and her change of direction as she takes on the psychological thriller genre in her new release The Search Party. Hannah opens up about overcoming writer's b…
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Join us for a fascinating year-end discussion as we sit down with some of our favourite guest authors from 2023 who share their writing highlights, challenges and some delightful book recommendations to snuggle up with this holiday season. We celebrate 25,000 downloads of the podcast and look back on the year that was. We believe that the best gift…
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In this episode of Writes4Women, guest host Laura Boon facilitates a detailed conversation with debut crime author Lynne Johnson about her experience writing The Bait Trap. Lynne writes crime with feeling, that deals with gritty social issues, like addiction. The Bait Trap draws on her own struggles with alcoholism. Lynne's characters are richly la…
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Nancy Cunningham is a writer from Adelaide, South Australia, who has always loved storytelling in all its forms. Novels, short stories, TV, movies, video games, songs and poetry have all inspired her to write stories in genres from historical to romance to crime and science fiction to short literary fiction. But 20th century historical fiction is w…
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Camille Booker is an award-winning author and creative writing teacher at the university of Wollongong. Her debut novel, What if You Fly?, a World War II historical fiction, was published by Hawkeye Publishing in 2021. It was long listed for the 2019 Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize, and was runner up in the 2020 Hawkeye Publishing Manuscript Developme…
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Pam chats to best selling author Joanna Nell about the evolution of the plot and characters in her new release Mrs Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year, A witty and touching tale about mismatched expectations and living life in the moment, Joanna provides a fascinating insight into her creative process, talks about the disappointment of an initial draft b…
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This week's episode is a solo episode featuring podcast host Pamela Cook answering listener questions on the craft of writing. What do you do when the ideas aren't flowing? What comes first, plot or character? How do I stop adding new words at the revision stage? How do you get through your darkest times as a writer? What if a book with a similar p…
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Join us as we unravel the creative process behind author Freya Marske’s queer historical fantasy series, The Last Binding in this wide-ranging chat with guest host, Jo Riccioni. Freya guides us through her unique magic system, based on the concept of 'cradling', inspired by an activity she loved as a child. She further explores the underlying inequ…
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What happens when you blend the potent cocktail of creativity, storytelling, and raw human emotions? You get an engrossing conversation with Holly Ringland, a writer, storyteller, and television presenter whose work has traversed the globe and screens alike. Holly joins us to shed light on her creative journey, from the conception of her internatio…
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In this episode of Writes4Women, host Pamela Cook introduces an exciting collaboration with four renowned anthologists for the upcoming book A COUNTRY VET CHRISTMAS. Featuring contributions from Pamela herself, Alissa Callan, Penelope Janu, Lily Malone, and Stella Quinn, this anthology celebrates a collection of novellas with a festive touch, all b…
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Are you curious to uncover the secrets behind crafting a captivating debut novel? What about the art of weaving fantasy, history, and fairy tales into a spellbinding narrative? Today, we're thrilled to have debut novelist Kell Woods on the Convo Couch, painting a vivid picture of her journey from a childhood filled with magic to becoming the author…
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