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Ian Rankin

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Ian Rankin

By: Robin Morgan-Bentley
Narrated by: Ian Rankin
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Ian Rankin visits the Audible studios to talk about his author journey. Talking about his successful Rebus novels, Ian describes how he created the character and the challenges he faces writing such a long-running series. The Rebus series is now translated into 22 languages, and the books are best sellers on several continents.

In addition to his Rebus and Malcolm Fox novels, he has also written standalone novels including Doors Open, which was televised in 2012; short stories; a graphic novel, Dark Entries; and a play (with Mark Thomson, the Royal Lyceum Theatre's artistic director), Dark Road, which premiered at the Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh, in September 2013.

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I really enjoyed this freebie. Of course, I am now interested in reading crime fiction! paticularly, Ian Rankin. congrats Audible. Great marketing and hook for fans and newbies.

great interview

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That was such a good interview. Learned lots about writing, Rebus, how to develop a character etc. Great. Thank you Ian Rankin 👍🙂

Brilliant

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Would you listen to FREE: Audible Interview with Ian Rankin again? Why?

No, only because I have many audio books still to listen to.

What was one of the most memorable moments of FREE: Audible Interview with Ian Rankin?

I enjoyed hearing the influences in Rankin's writing and how Rebus has evolved over 30 years. It was also great to hear his views on TV dramatisation and audiobooks.

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A neat addition to my library of Rankin's work. It's good to hear authors talking briefly about their inspiration and work.

Fascinating insight

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In this interview Ian Rankin gives a brief outline of his new Rebus book about the now retired policeman, who is now a consulting detective, looking into a cold case which becomes linked with an ongoing investigation that his old team are investigating. We also learn that Rebus was nearly never to be a series.

Hello Ian and welcome.

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it is always nice to listen to the authors of books you way have read or planning to

nice listen

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This interview with Ian Rankin, was extremely interesting. I love to hear about the characters from the author’s point of view. In this case it was about Rebus!

Just not long enough, but thank you.

I could listen to you all day!

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