Daniel Aubrey discusses his latest novel, 'The Dying Light', the challenges of writing a second book in a series, and the impact of his experiences with autism and ADHD on his writing process. He shares insights into the characters and themes of his work, offers book recommendations, and reflects on the publishing industry. The discussion highlights the complexities of being an author and the importance of representation in literature.

Books recommended in this episode:

Song of Ravens & Wolves by Cara Devlin

Whiteout by Rob Burnett

Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney

Into The Fire by G.D. Wright

Susie interviews Chris Bridges, the author of 'Sick to Death', a psychological thriller that explores themes of invisible illness and moral complexity. Chris shares insights into his writing process, character development, and the importance of accurately portraying illness in fiction. The discussion also touches on the public reception of his work, the challenges of writing a second book, and recommendations for other literary works that address similar themes.

Books recommended in this episode:

The Night Lagoon by Jo Morey

The Unwilding by Marina Kemp

The Darkest Night by Victoria Hawthorne

The Book of Guilt & Pet by Catherine Chidgey

Article by Julia Kelly: https://bit.ly/juliakellyarticle

Chris's substack: https://sickwordsblog.wordpress.com/about-2/

Award-winning journalist turned historical fiction author Emma Cowing discusses her debut novel, 'The Show Woman,' which is inspired by her family's history and set in Edwardian Scotland's fairgrounds. Emma shares insights into her writing process, the challenges she faced, and the importance of women's stories in history. She also reads an excerpt from her book, delves into character development, and offers book recommendations, all while highlighting the significance of research and authenticity in storytelling.

Books recommended in this episode:

Bring The House Down by Charlotte Runcie

The Mourning Necklace by Kate Foster

Fundamentally by Nussaibah Younis