How To Write A Book
How To Write A Book is a 12-week podcast that guides listeners through the writing process, from developing ideas to getting a manuscript ready for publication. Hosted by bestselling author Sara Collins, publisher Sharmaine Lovegrove, and agent Nelle Andrew, it offers practical insights and listener exercises. The podcast also features reflections from executive producer Elizabeth Day. It is a production of Daylight Productions and Sony Music Entertainment.
Episodes
How to Write a Book | 12. PUBLISHING (Part 2)
Well, you’ve made it! Thank you so much for joining us on this podclass - 12 weeks to take you right through from developing ideas to creating compelling characters and now, how to get your book into the hands of the reading public.
This week, our hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew continue their chat about how to get published and how to navigate the publishing industry.
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How to Write a Book | 11. PUBLISHING (Part 1)
In these final two episodes of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew discuss navigating the world of publishing!
Publishing is a daunting experience for a seasoned writer, let alone a debut author. But - don’t worry - we’ve got you covered. From what our literary agent, author and publishing expert wish they knew about t
How to Write a Book | 10. AN INTERVIEW WITH ELIZABETH DAY
In this tenth, rather special episode, of the How to Write a Book podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew turn the microphone around to quiz their friend, executive producer and bestselling author Elizabeth Day, on her life’s work and writing journey.
Of course, Elizabeth knows more than most about the trials and tribulations of writing a book - having penned nin
How to Write a Book | 9. GENRE
In this ninth episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew discuss genre. From literary fiction to romance and even the occasional fantasy novel, no genre is left un-discussed.
What has genre-blending got to do with braiding a Senegalese Twist? Should writers stick to one genre or experiment across multiple? And why
How to Write a Book | 8. PLOT (Part 2)
In the eighth episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew take a slightly more structured approach to their discussion, having plotted out how best to talk about plot.
After wise advice on plot mastery from Nelle in part 1, we continue our discussion on structuring ideas, how plots vary across commercial and litera
How to Write a Book | 7. PLOT (Part 1)
In the seventh episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew take a slightly more structured approach to their discussion, having plotted out how best to talk about plot.
We open up with wise advice on plot mastery from Nelle, who as a literary agent, has taught hundreds of writers about this tricky discipline. Where
How to Write a Book | 6. DIALOGUE
In the sixth episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew discuss crafting excellent dialogue.
This week’s dialogue between these three experts covers the best exchanges they’ve come across; how to make dialogue work - from setting the subtext on fire, to distinguishing between characters through the words they utter
How to Write a Book | 5. CHARACTER
In the fifth episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew discuss the art of creating characters.
Just what makes a compelling character - need they be likeable? And just how much should we come to know them, before writing them into existence? Or could it be that they might surprise us one day, right there on the pa
How to Write a Book | 4. VOICE (Part 2)
In this fourth episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew continue their discussion about finding your voice.
What constitutes an authorial voice? And how does it differ from a narrative voice, or a character’s voice? Do they require vulnerability to cultivate? And how can they come together, like a perfectly pitch
How to Write a Book | 3. VOICE (Part 1)
In this third episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew discuss finding your voice.
What constitutes an authorial voice? And how does it differ from a narrative voice, or a character’s voice? Do they require vulnerability to cultivate? And how can they come together, like a perfectly pitched symphony? Our expert
How to Write a Book | 2. IDEA (Part 2)
In this episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew continue their discussion of IDEA.
Just where do ideas for books come from? How do you know if they’re any good, or even if they’re right for you to pursue? Our expert podclass provides answers to all of this - and even a lesson in how to know when your idea might
How to Write a Book | 1. IDEA (Part 1)
In this first episode of How to Write a Book, Elizabeth Day’s new podclass series, hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew discuss coming up with ideas.
Just where do ideas for books come from? How do you know if they’re any good, or even if they’re right for you to pursue? Our expert podclass provides answers to all of this - and even a lesson in how to know when your idea might
HOW TO WRITE A BOOK - introducing your new favourite podcast!
From Elizabeth Day, the creator and host of How To Fail, comes a brand new podcast: How To Write A Book. Hosted by bestselling author Sara Collins, powerhouse publisher Sharmaine Lovegrove and superagent Nelle Andrew, WE are your on-hand writing community.
You’ll learn how to develop ideas, experiment with your voice and get your finished manuscript out there. It’s also the place to come if you j
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