In My Good Books

Kelly Mullen discusses her debut novel 'This Is Not a Game', a locked room mystery featuring a grandmother and granddaughter detective duo. She shares insights into her writing process, character development, and the humour woven throughout the narrative. Kelly also reflects on her career in film and television, the transition to writing novels, and the importance of creative writing courses. The conversation touches on the challenges of getting published, the promotional aspects of being an

Book reviewer Stu Cummins shares his journey into the world of book reviewing, discussing his love for crime fiction and the importance of community in the literary world. He reflects on the pressures of reviewing, the joy of promoting lesser-known authors, and the balance between personal reading and reviewing obligations. The discussion also covers practical tips for aspiring reviewers, insights into attending book festivals, and a variety of book recommendations that highlight the richness of the

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

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

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 this episode of 'In My Good Books', Susie Green chats with Fran McBookface about the world of book reviewing. They discuss Fran's journey into book reviewing, her reading preferences, and the community aspect of being a reviewer. The conversation also covers practical advice for aspiring reviewers, how to obtain review copies, the ethics of reviewing, and how to handle negative reviews. They conclude with book recommendations and insights into the Edinburgh Women's Book Festival.Book

In this short intro episode, I’m sharing what you can expect from the podcast - weekly conversations with authors, reviewers and fellow readers about the stories that have stayed with us.If you love talking about books, discovering new reads, or hearing from the people who write them, you’re in the right place.New episodes drop every week, so make sure to follow and leave a quick review, it really helps other book lovers find us!