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Cheryl Akle discusses the world with her favourite authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind The Story: Michael Connelly and Candice Fox Talk About Their First Encounter in a New York City Bar
Michael Connelly (Resurrection Walking, Lincoln Lawyer) and Candice Fox (Devil's Kitchen, Crimson Lake) share some laughs and talk about their first encounter in a New York City bar. Learn more about the two authors, their books, and the publishing industry in this brand new series "Authors on Authors". Hosted on Acast
Stories Behind The Story: Sara Haddad on Storytelling as Resistance and the Crisis in Palestine
Sara talks to Cheryl about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Palestine, the power of storytelling as a form of resistance, and the inspiration behind her latest book, The Sunbird, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stories Behind The Story: Penelope Janu on The Evolving Opportunities for Women in Literature
Penelope talks to Cheryl about the evolving opportunities for women in literature, her personal reflections on her beautiful home and garden, and the importance of research in crafting authentic, impactful stories. Her latest novel, The Summerfield Saddler, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in
Stories Behind The Story: Rose Carlyle on the delicate balance between creative expression and commercial expectations.
Rose Carlyle talks to Cheryl about her writing journey, the realities of the publishing industry, and the delicate balance between creative expression and commercial expectations. Her latest novel, No One Will Know, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Helen Garner talks to Cheryl about the art of writing nonfiction, her journey as an author over the years and how age has shaped her perspective on life. Her latest book, The Season, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stories Behind The Story: Lainie Anderson on Kate Cookson's life as South Australia's first female police officer
Lainie Anderson talks to Cheryl about Kate Cookson's life as South Australia's first female police officer, the complex history of forced adoptions, and the research behind her new novel. The Death of Dora Black is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
