Today we are chatting with the brilliant Jenny Brown of @jennybrownagency.bsky.social, who gives lots of advice to authors looking for agents, and reminds us that there's always an element of luck in whether something gets picked up. Watch now: youtu.be/65WPNbsBfHQ Or listen: linktr.ee/ukpageone

Episode 11 - Behind Frenemy Lines by Zen Cho @zenaldehyde.bsky.social Bestselling author Nicholas Binge @bingewriting.bsky.social breaks down how Cho creates compelling conflict without killing anyone! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/t... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/6xV0... 💙📚

Mid-list & Bestseller Patrons now have early access to our interview with leading Scottish literary agent Jenny Brown OBE of @jennybrownagency.bsky.social, where she tells us about what she looks for in a query, and the current trends in the market. Join Patreon to watch now: patreon.com/ukpageone

📚💬My conversation with Lily King is available now. We discuss her new book “Heart of the Lover,” her journey as a writer, what being called “master of the genre - romantic entanglement” actually means and how to push through self-doubt. Links in Bio 🎧 📺 #booksky

The challenge for Nick was to pick a book where no one dies! This is our first Romance novel and it was great fun! Made me laugh out loud several times and was very fun to read. Join us Thursday where we breakdown what made this novel tick

🎙️New Episode Tomorrow 🔔 New York Times Bestselling author Lily King is joining me for a conversation. We dive into her writing journey, the challenges of literary fiction, her new novel, Heart the Lover, and the importance of perseverance. #booksky #lilyking

Some great shows this week, including the first under the STET Podcasts banner for @bingereadingbooks.bsky.social! @ukpageone.bsky.social @theconversation.bsky.social All the ways to listen: linktr.ee/stetpodcasts

A week off from our industry episodes as we catch up with @richardswanauthor.bsky.social to find out what he's been up to since we last spoke (3 years ago!), and hear about 5 books that influenced his own writing. Watch now: youtu.be/bFK4SAJFLH4 Or listen on your podcast app: linktr.ee/ukpageone

Patreon backers now have early access to this week's bonus episode with returning guest @richardswanauthor.bsky.social, who tells us what he's been up to since he was last on ( 3 years ago!) and about 5 books that influenced his writing. Join now to watch early: patreon.com/ukpageone

Just a quick reminder, I have been curating a playlist of music to read to. Lots of ambience and textures to help you focus: open.spotify.com/playlist/4nG... 💙📚

A new episode of Drafting Notes is now out and we're talking about the dreaded synopsis! What to include, what to cut? And is there a way to make the whole process of condensing your novel down to a few hundred words any easier? Watch now: youtu.be/EQ2CMOA62f0 Or listen: linktr.ee/ukpageone

My conversation with Kasim Ali, author of Who Will Remain, is available now wherever you find your podcasts & you can also watch on YouTube. 🎙️✨ We talk about the importance of representation, finding your voice, the creative journey, and so much more. Listen now! Links in bio. 🔗💬

Another busy week of episodes - no regular Page One, but a special bonus episode with a returning guest this week! Plus, a great guest on The Conversation and Drafting Notes tackles the dreaded synopsis... @ukpageone.bsky.social @theconversation.bsky.social

Simon & Schuster Executive Fiction Publisher @phoebeannmorgan.bsky.social joins us to talk about the decisions that go into acquiring and marketing books. Plus, what happens in auctions and why she started The Honest Editor Substack! Watch now: youtu.be/SJXs6kut_EU Or listen: linktr.ee/ukpageone

We're delighted to announce that @bingereadingbooks.bsky.social have joined the STET Podcasts family! Join Hugo and Nick each month to tackle a new book, discuss what makes it work, and write the best book ever written. Learn more about the podcast here: bingereadingbookclub.com

Mid-List and Bestseller patrons now have early access to this week's episode with the amazing Phoebe Morgan, who tells us the secrets of how the Big 5 publishers work - including the decision-making that goes into marketing spend. Join our Patreon now to watch: patreon.com/ukpageone

My chat with Sunday Times bestselling author @GythaLodgeauthor.bsky.social is out now! We talk about her new book Dead to Me, the sting of rejection, and what keeps us creative. 🎙️✨ #booksky #WritingCommunity #GythaLodge

🎙️ I’m joined by Sunday Times bestselling author Gytha Lodge to talk about how personal life shapes creativity, the writing journey, and the challenge of deadlines. Listen wherever you get your podcasts and watch our full chat on YouTube! ☕🎧 #WritingCommunity #Podcast #bluesky

Just a couple of shows this week, but two brilliant guests! @theconversation.bsky.social @ukpageone.bsky.social

The brilliant Francesca Barbini of @lunapress.bsky.social joins us this week to talk about founding the award-winning small press, how she holds her own against the larger publishers, and how a smaller press can help authors. Watch now on YouTube: youtu.be/1umATPV1Cj8 Or listen: linktr.ee/ukpageone

Did you know we have a Discord? What's that, you ask? Basically, a place to hang out with other like-minded writerly folks and chat about writing & more. We want to grow it as a friendly writing community, so please check it out - join as a free member through the Patreon! patreon.com/ukpageone

Early access for this week's episode is now up for our Mid-list & Bestseller Patrons. This week, we're talking with the brilliant Francesca Barbini of @lunapress.bsky.social, who tells us about the strengths of a small press compared to a bigger one. Join Patreon to watch now: patreon.com/ukpageone

🎙️ My latest Conversation with New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling author Laurie Gilmore is available now! We’re talking all things name changes, spice levels, and the illusion of overnight success. 🎧 Listen wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Watch now on YouTube #booksky #LaurieGilmore

🎙️ It’s a double bubble week on The Conversation Podcast! ✨ Even though I’m away on holiday ☀️, there are still brand new episodes to listen to! 🎧 Tuesday. Laurie Gilmore aka melissa McTernan Thursday, I’ll be taking a Coffee Break with Alexandra Benedict 🎄🔎 #booksky

No Adventures in Publishing-Land this week as @nadinematheson.com is off sunning herself in Grenada, but still some great guests on the network this week! @ukpageone.bsky.social @theconversation.bsky.social

🔊 It’s time for the elevator pitch 👀 Laura Purcell, is here to tell us all about her new novel ‘House of Splinters’ the chilling prequel to her hit ‘The Silent Companions.’💀📖 Listen now wherever you find your podcasts, and watch the full conversation on YouTube! 🎧💻 #booksky

Early access to this week's interview with top literary agent David Headley is now up on our Patreon! David shares his views of over 25 years in the industry, and tells us why he thinks it is harder than ever for authors just now. Join Patreon to watch: patreon.com/ukpageone

Our non-Patreon episode of Drafting Notes sees us chatting about self-publishing. It's available to all, but does that mean it is a realistic option for everyone? We discuss! Watch on YouTube: youtu.be/A31pBkM_udo Or listen now: linktr.ee/ukpageone

Two episodes of Drafting Notes out today! First, a new early access episode is out now for our Mid-list and Bestseller backers on Patreon. In this episode, we are discussing how to nail the ending to your book, and why it matters! Join Patreon now to watch: patreon.com/ukpageone

Authors, agents and self-publishing chat on the network this week! @theconversation.bsky.social @ukpageone.bsky.social

🎙️ My conversation with Necole Ryse aka R.L. Killmore is available now! We talk about her self-publishing journey, how she was discovered, and the inspiration behind her new cosy crime series and whIt’s a story full of passion, persistence, and plot twists both on and off the page! ✨📚

On this week's Adventures in Publishing-Land, we praise Ireland for their UBI for artists & writers, look at why indie presses are panicked, and Tariq gets very excited about the latest marketing gimmick - Garlic Mayo-scented books Watch now: youtu.be/20E8XiQRFVo Or listen: linktr.ee/stetpodcasts

This week on STET: New Adventures in Publishing-Land later today! Great chats with Nadine on @theconversation.bsky.social and Coffee Break! And another brilliant agent chat on @ukpageone.bsky.social on Friday!

@vaseemkhanuk.bsky.social is joining me for a coffee break today ☕️, and we’re talking all about his brand new book Quantum of Menace, out next Thursday, 23rd October 2025! #booksky

New episode of Drafting Notes is out! Chatting about alternative ways to find an agent that don't involve getting lucky via the slush pile. Watch now: youtu.be/iDmSQeNPXfo Or listen on your favourite app: linktr.ee/ukpageone

Patreon viewers now have early access to the first of our new run of industry episodes, featuring chats with some top agents and editors. First up, Liza DeBlock of Greenstone Literary who emphasises how to make your query stand out. Join Patreon to watch now: patreon.com/ukpageone

Now’s the perfect time to pre-order The Shadow Carver - Book 4 in my Inspector Henley series ! Get 25% off when you order between Tues 14–Fri 17 Oct. Use code OCTOBER25 at checkout buff.ly/GaB3XNm

Woohoo! Waterstones have picked my upcoming book The Hollow Boys for a pre-order discount! Out May next year - give yourself a creepy-crimey treat today and use OCTOBER25 for 25% off! Only lasts until Friday so get in there quick!! Head to www.waterstones.com/book/the-hol... #WPreorder

A busy week as @ukpageone.bsky.social returns, plus new episodes of Drafting Notes, @theconversation.bsky.social and Coffee Break!

I’m doing a ‘Ask Me Anything’ Substack Live at 2pm BST. Come and join me with your questions ready 😁 open.substack.com/live-stream/...

Chatting with Winnie M Li about her new book What We Left Unsaid ☕📚 In this clip, she answers: “Have you ever hit the wall?” Listen to the full Coffee Break episode or watch on YouTube. Links in bio. 🎧✨

Joining me for a Coffee Break today is award-winning author Winnie M. Lee! We talk about her new book What We Left Unsaid and she takes on the famous Coffee Break questions. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch on YouTube. Links in bio. ☕📚

New Drafting Notes is available for our Patreon backers. Today we're talking about great openings: How to write one, what not to do, and discussing some of our favourite opening lines... Join Patreon now to watch: patreon.com/ukpageone

My chat with singer & author Indyana Schneider is out now! 🎙️ We talk about her new book Since the World Is Ending, therapy, writing, and the characters that stay with us. Listen or watch wherever you get your podcasts. Links in Bio! #Podcast #WritersLife #booksky

On today's episode, we are chatting about some brutal Booker comments, looking at how Alchemised has turned fanfic into gold, and wondering if publishers play things too safe with their choices. Plus, we learn why you should never take Marco's gambling advice... Watch now: youtu.be/7asCokv15s4

A new episode of Adventures in Publishing-Land later today! Plus great episodes of @theconversation.bsky.social and Coffee Break later this week!

Storytelling, culture, identity. Kelechi Okafor weaves it all into her debut Awakened. 📚 A powerful voice you don’t want to miss. ✨ #KelechiOkafor #Awakened #BookTalk

☕ Coffee Break with Jonnie Fielding aka Bowl of Chalk! His new book Why is Downing Street Painted Black? is out today 🎉 Listen wherever you get your podcasts + watch the full chat on YouTube. Link in bio.

✨ Joining me today on The Conversation is author Louise Hegarty. We dive into her journey to publication, why she turned down her very first publishing deal, and the importance of embracing imperfection along the way.

We’re back!! And we’re talking about the Anthropic lawsuit settlement, the cosy crime debate, publishing gimmicks and of course what story was ‘stranger than fiction’ youtu.be/8Z84UmvVtSU?...