Lisa Kenway on slush pile success, crafting and editing thrillers, and the writing community

The Book Deal

In this episode of The Book Deal Podcast, hosts Madeleine Cleary and Tina Strachan discuss the challenges and triumphs of writing and editing with their guest, Lisa Kenway, an Australian writer and anesthetist whose debut psychological thriller 'All You Took From Me' was published by Transit Lounge Publishing. The conversation covers topics like the intricacies of balancing writing with a demanding career, the importance of a supportive writing community, experiences with the publishing process, and practical tips for aspiring writers. They also touch on the emotional impacts of pursuing a writing career and maintaining an effective social media presence. With insights from Lisa on how her professional background inspired her novel, the discussion provides an in-depth look at the dedication and perseverance required to succeed as an author.
00:00 Welcome to the Book Deal Podcast

00:40 Catching Up with Madeline and Tina

01:17 Writing Between the Cracks

02:48 The Joys and Challenges of First Drafts

07:51 Copy Edits and Historical Fiction

14:42 Top Tips for Writers

18:06 Interview with Lisa Kenway

31:13 Organizing the 2024 Debut Group

32:12 Sharing Drafts and Feedback

34:05 The Journey to Finalizing the Manuscript

34:59 Dealing with Rejections and Feedback

41:49 The Breakthrough Moment

47:07 The Editing Process

55:56 Public Speaking and Book Launches

59:04 Navigating Reviews and Social Media

01:02:26 Future Projects and Final Tips
Links mentioned in this episode
Lisa Kenway
Transit Lounge
The Whole Truth Podcast by Nadia Mahjouri
Emma Schwarcz Freelance Editor
Trove
Printable - Queensland Writers Centre
NaNoWriMo
Scrivener
Jacqueline Bublitz - Before You Knew My Name
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