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I love me some rural fiction and have adored Penelope Janu novels from the first one I read years ago now! Animals, adventure and romance go so well together don't they! The Summerfield Saddler is Penelope Janu's eighth novel and I just loved it- Mac is such a plucky main character, her grandpa Gordon is the best, I would have let Keith Urban (the dog) stay in the nursing home too...loved it all, Kit is just so dreamy...just wait til you've met his acquaintance...what a viking!! Loved it all so much!!!! And to join our ReadA Book community head on over to www.readabook.com.au. We are a wonderful collective of like minded book lovers where you can mix and mingle and be, and together we can all enjoy reading more

Hannah Richell talks about the writing craft and process behind her novel The Search Party. Writing topics include structure, point of view, character development, dual timelines, backstory, reveals, editing, and writer's retreats. Have you ever read a novel and thought to yourself ‘how on earth did the author pull it off?' That's exactly what crossed my mind when I read The Search Party by Hannah Richell. Hannah is a beautiful writer and her talent is on display again with this novel, her fifth. The Search Party is bit of a departure for her. Hannah's novels always have a mystery element but with this novel she's taken it up a notch. It's not a police procedural but the police investigation does play an important part in how the novel is structured. And of course, at the heart of the novel, as with all of Hannah's novels, are the relationships, this time with a focus on friendships, specifically old friendships that don't necessarily stand the test of time.Hannah and I had the most wonderful chat. She talked about how she wrangled the 8 points of view, how she restructured the novel when she realised it wasn't ‘hooky' enough, her editing process, how she managed the dual timeline and incorporated backstory, and what she did to make sure the reveals were in the best place. We also talked about writing retreats - how she does it, where she goes, why she goes. I know many of you have the same kind of life constraints that Hannah does - partner, kids, work - so this is something I'm sure you'll be curious about.You'll find links to buy both paperback and ebook versions of The Search Party by Hannah Richell here.ABOUT THE SEARCH PARTYMax and Annie Kingsley have left the London rat race to set up a glamping site in the wilds of Cornwall. They invite old university friends – TV star Dominic, doctor and new mum Kira, and free-spirited Jim and Suze – and their children for a trial weekend but the reunion quickly veers off-course.First, there's The Incident around the campfire on the first night. The following afternoon, a storm quickly develops off the rugged North Coast. When one of their group goes missing, all hell breaks loose. And as the winds batter the bell-tents, emotions run high and tension mounts for all the characters.Who is lying in hospital, who has gone missing and who is the body on the beach below the cliffs . . .?Gripping, cleverly structured and brimming with secrets and lies, this is a masterclass in narrative tension and a chilling exploration of the ways in which aspiration and anxiety collide. It will keep you guessing until the last page. ABOUT HANNAH RICHELLHannah Richell was born in Kent and spent her childhood years in Buckinghamshire and Canada. After graduating from the University of Nottingham, she worked in the book publishing and film industries in both London and Sydney. She is a dual citizen of Great Britain and Australia, and currently lives in the South West of England with her family. Richell is the author of international bestsellers Secrets of the Tides (2012), The Shadow Year (2014), The Peacock Summer (2019) and The River Home (2020). Her work has been translated into twenty-one languages. Wow, phenomenal. Hannah is also a judge for the Richell Prize for Emerging Writers which was set up in memory of her late husband Matt.Website: https://www.hannahrichell.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hannahrichell Facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/hannahrichellauthor X: https://twitter.com/hannahrichell Buy The Search Party by Hannah Richell here.Special shout out to Penelope Janu, Fiona Taylor and Jemma from Reading For Keeps for your excellent questions. Give these writers and readers a follow on their socials.BUILD AN AUTHOR WEBSITE COURSETo receive notifications about course dates, the free author website workshop and early bird discounts, sign up here - https://www.freshwebdesign.com.au/course This podcast is recorded on the beautiful, unceded lands of the Garigal people of the Eora nation.Full show notes available at writersbookclubpodcast.com

Clare Fletcher was born and raised in regional Queensland, Australia. Her debut novel, romantic comedy Five Bush Weddings, was published in 2022, and today we're discussing the follow-up, Love Match. Clare also co-hosts That Rom Com Pod with fellow author (and previous Better Words guest) Karina May. Our interview begins at 00:28We've got a Substack publication now! On the last day of the month, we share recommendations for two things we reckon you should read/watch/listen to. The beauty of Substack is you can revisit all our old editions and comment on our episode updates to share your thoughts. Come say hi! Mini book club: Straight Expectations by Calum McSwigganAfter a huge fight with his friends, Max wishes for an 'easy' life like straight kids enjoy. But he gets way more than he bargained for – waking up to find he's straight and suddenly without best friend Dean. We loved the way this book explores male friendships and the way Max learned so much about himself in the parallel world. A fun and quick queer read. In this interview, we chat about:Writing an 'extended love letter' to the small town Clare grew up in – even when she chose to leaveHow Love Match developed out of the characters in Clare's debut and the alchemy of writing and ideasWhy Clare wanted to tell part of the story through seven vintage dresses (and the real-life collection that inspired them)How Clare's return to sport in her early 30s inspired the team sport storyline in Love Match and the emotions involved in seeing women's sports represented in mediaThe differences between women's and men's sporting teamsClare's writing career and her journey to publicationBooks and other things mentioned:Audiobooks are now included in Spotify Premium!Michelle's bookshelvesTrans author recommendationsStrong Female Character by Fern BradyBecoming Us by Jake and Hannah GrafPalm Springs (film)Hotshot by Clare LyndonRachael Treasure (author)Maya Linnell (author)Penelope Janu (author)McLeod's Daughters (TV series)The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins ReidGirls Don't Play Sport by Chloe DaltonMel Buttle's mixed emotions around Matilda's successCleat Cute by Meryl WilsnerSpotlight (film)Why are Deb Balls still a thing?The 'Eagle Drop' to Eagle Rock by Daddy CoolDuck à l'Orange for Breakfast by Karina May (

In this episode of Writes4Women, host Pamela Cook introduces an exciting collaboration with four renowned anthologists for the upcoming book A COUNTRY VET CHRISTMAS. Featuring contributions from Pamela herself, Alissa Callan, Penelope Janu, Lily Malone, and Stella Quinn, this anthology celebrates a collection of novellas with a festive touch, all beautifully packaged with a gorgeous cover by HQ HarperCollins. Originating from diverse writing backgrounds, each contributor brings their unique flair to the project. While Pamela ventures into the realm of novella writing for the first time, she joins her fellow writers in sharing insights about the anthology, the process of penning shorter tales, and offering invaluable writing tips. The conversation promises to delve into the stories within A COUNTRY VET CHRISTMAS and the art of crafting compelling novellas. Join Pamela, Penelope, Stella, Alissa and Lily into this fascinating insight into novella writing, individual writing processes, inspiration, celebrating the spirit of Christmas and the joy of collaborative storytelling in A COUNTRY VET CHRISTMAS.   SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Alissa Callen Website : click here Facebook: click here   Penelope Janu Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Lily Malone Website: click here Facebook: click here   Stella Quinn Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Kell Woods Website : click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here   This episode produced by Pamela Cook for Writes4Women on unceded Dharawal land.  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Writes4Women is back! And not with one rom com author, but four fabulous romantic comedy authors. Award winning Romance author Penelope Janu (In at the Deep End) chats to three debut rom-commers about their new releases: Lucy Lever (Mystic Ridge), Amy Hutton (Sit Stay Love) and Karina May (Duck L'Orange for Breakfast). A great chat about writing inspiration, path to publication, process and more. All three authors are working on their next books and are well and truly establishing themselves as must-reads in the Australian publishing landscape. Pam also gives an update on her writing and shares some tips gleaned from the recent RWA Conference. Grab a cuppa, sit back and enjoy this wonderful panel chatting all things rom com. SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook: click here Instagram: click here Twitter: click here   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Penelope Janu Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Lucy Lever Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Amy Hutton Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Karina May Website : click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here Turn Up the Tension online course: click here  Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachael Mogan McIntosh talks about the writing process for her memoir Pardon My French, a candid, hilarious love letter to family life and France with three valuable lessons for overcoming adversity: make home a beautiful nest, lean into the tough lessons and look for the comedy in everything. In our chat we discuss everything from how you protect your friends and family from your writerly tendency to mine their lives for material, how to structure a memoir in terms of narrative and character arcs, how to hone your own voice on the page, the importance of adding specific detail to create authenticity and avoid cliche, and how to balance your penchant for absurdity and humour with pathos and vulnerability. You'll find links to buy both paperback and ebook versions of Pardon My French here.ABOUT RACHAEL MOGAN MCINTOSHRachael Mogan McIntosh is a mum of three, crisis counsellor and community trainer from the south coast of NSW. Her writing has appeared in publications across Australia, France and the USA. Rachael loves books, baths, coffee, podcasts, TV and Terry's Chocolate Orange; consuming them simultaneously whenever possible. Pardon My French is her first book.Website: http://mogantosh.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mogantosh/Questions this month were from:Penelope Janu - https://www.penelopejanu.com/A'Mhara McKey - https://www.amharamckey.com/To enter this month's competition, head to Instagram or Facebook and look for the giveaway post.Pre-order The Tea Ladies by Amanda Hampson here.This podcast is recorded on the beautiful, unceded lands of the Garigal people of the Eora nation.Full show notes available at writersbookclubpodcast.com

Penelope Janu talks to Cheryl Akle about the mainstream rise of romantic fiction and how she came into her own as a romance writer. Her latest book, Shelter From the Storm, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two writing apps to help develop your story. And meet AWC alumna Penelope Janu, who has just released her eighth novel! And win Bret Easton Ellis's latest novel The Shards. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | ValerieKhoo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the first Writes4Women/Talking Aussie Books podcast collaboration In this special series recorded at the recent Romance Writers of Australia Conference in Fremantle, Western Australia, Talking Aussie Books host Claudine Tinellis and Writes4Women host Pamela Cook join forces to chat all things Romance with some of Australia's best loved authors. In this series of exciting interviews we chat with authors whose work ranges from historical and contemporary fiction crime and rural romance, romcoms and domestic thrillers. We wanted to know what being part of an organisation like the RWA meant to each of them and the impact it had on their respective journeys to publication. We had a blast chatting to these brilliant women and can't wait to share the results. So tune in to both podcasts over the next eight weeks to get the goss on writing Romance. Happy listening. This week's episode features two award winning writers: rural romance author Penelope Janu and historical romance author Samara Parish.     SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Penelope Janu Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Samara Parish Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here   This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women.Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=trueSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Penelope Janu takes us through the process behind writing her novel Clouds on the Horizon. We talked about finding the voice of the characters, the importance of hitting certain beats when writing romance, the literary characters that inspire her, the editing process, her writing routine and the role of a writer's group in a writer's life.You'll find links to buy both paperback and ebook versions of Clouds on the Horizon here.ABOUT PENELOPE JANUPenelope Janu lives in Sydney with a distracting husband and, now they're fully grown, six delightful children who come and go. Penelope has a passion for creating stories that explore social and environmental issues, but her novels are fundamentally a celebration of Australian characters and communities. Her first novel, In at the Deep End, came out in 2017 and she has released a book a year since then including today's book Clouds on the Horizon. Nothing makes her happier as a writer than readers falling in love with her clever, complex and adventurous heroines and heroes. Find Penelope online at her Website or on Instagram and Facebook.Writing teachers mentioned by Penelope in the interview included:George Saunders - A Swim in a Pond in the RainAnne Lamott - Bird by BirdChristine WellsMichael HaugeSpecial thanks to Natasha Hurren and Vani G for your questions this week.You can sign up for my newsletter here.This podcast is recorded on the beautiful, unceded lands of the Garigal people of the Eora nation.

Meet Kay Kerr, author of 'Social Queue'. Discover the adaptability of audiobooks and resources for police procedurals. I catch up with Penelope Janu and talk about her latest book 'Clouds on the Horizon'. There are 3 copies of 'The Bumper Treehouse Fun Book' by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton to give away. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Pam and a bunch of writer friends as they share the books they'll be gifting this Christmas and the ones they're looking forward to reading over the holidays. You'll be hearing from all members of The Inkwell: Pamela Cook, Michelle Barraclough, Laura Boon, Rae Cairns, Terri Green, Joanna Nell, Penelope Janu, Terri Green and Angella Whitton, along with Sandie Docker, Meredith Jaffe, Leanne Lovegrove and Maya Linell. So many fabulous book recommendations from crime to romance, historical to uplit...and some ideas for kids too! If you're looking for gift ideas - or just love to find out about books to add to your pile - don't miss this episode! With one more episode to go for 2021, Pam also gives an (almost) end of year round up and writing update.   SHOW NOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook: click here Twitter: click here  Instagram: click here   Michelle Barraclough Websites Fresh Web Design: click here Michelle Barraclough: Click here Writers' Book Club Podcast: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here Twitter: click here   Laura Boon Website: click here Instagram: click here  Facebook: click here Buy Tips From an Insider Insider here   Rae Cairns Website: click here Instagram: click here Facebook: click here   Sandie Docker Website: click here Instagram: click here Facebook: click here   Terri Green Instagram: click here   Meredith Jaffé Website : click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Penelope Janu Website: click here Facebook: click here Instagram: click here   Maya Linell Website: click here Instagram: click here Facebook: click here   Leanne Lovegrove Website: click here Instagram: click here Facebook: click here   Joanna Nell Website: https://www.joannanell.com/ Facebook: click here  Instagram: click here Twitter: click here   Angella Whitton Website: click here Instagram: click here   Music by Lesfm from Pixabay This episode produced by  Pamela Cook for Writes4Women.     Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/writes4women?fan_landing=true See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to the monthly New Release Featured Author episode for January 2021. And this one is a bonus extended edition! This week Pam chats to rural Romance author Penelope Janu about her new release Starting From Scratch... After a troubled childhood and the loss of her beloved grandmother, Sapphie Brown finally finds somewhere to call home - the close-knit rural community of Horseshoe Hill. The locals love Sapphie because she never gives up - as chair of the environment committee, with the children in her classes, the troubled teens at the youth centre, the ex-racehorses she cares for and even the neglected farmhouse and gardens she wants make her own. Sapphie gives second chances to everything and everyone. Except Matts Laarkin. An impossibly attractive environmental engineer who travels the world, Matts was Sapphie's closest childhood friend. He came to deliver a warning - now he doesn't want to leave. All Sapphie wants to do is forget their painful past, but thrown together they discover an attraction that challenges what they thought they knew about each other. Do they have a chance to recapture what they lost so long ago? Or will long-buried secrets tear them apart? In the flowers she creates from paper and the beauty that grows on the land, Sapphie has found perfect imperfection. Could that be what love is like too? Pam and Pen chat about the writing process, characters, setting and publication of Starting from Scratch before diving into four curly questions as part of this special one off Special Extended Edition. For future extended editions become a Patreon Community supporter to receive this and other bonuses. Click here for more information. SHOWNOTES: Writes4Women www.writes4women.com Facebook @writes4women Twitter / Instagram @w4wpodcast   W4W Patreon https://www.writes4women.com/support-us-on-patreon   Penelope Janu Website: https://www.penelopejanu.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/penelopejanu/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/penelopejanuwriter/ Stating from Scratch is available at your local independent bookstore, Big W and online. Pamela Cook www.pamelacook.com.au Facebook @pamelacookauthor Twitter @PamelaCookAU   This episode produced by Listen Up Podcasting (Kel Butler) www.listenuppodcasting.com.au Facebook @kelbutler / @listenuppodcasting Twitter @KelB   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This 'inbetweenisode' is part of our Story Sessions series featuring 'Starting From Scratch' by Penelope Janu. Return to the town of Horseshoe Hill and Sapphie Brown as she grapples with her injured pride, and questions if it's standing in the way of true love. Narrated by the author herself, we bring bookshop browsing to you in this episode with the first chapter of this charming rural romance. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet BG Hilton, author of 'Champagne Charlie and the Amazing Gladys'. Andrew Daddo has advice on writing funny books for kids. Val and Al share tips on how to guest post with success. Plus, we have 3 copies of 'Up on Horseshoe Hill' by AWC alumna Penelope Janu to give away. Read the show notes Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com

Pam chats with Australian commercial fiction author, Penelope Janu, about her clever new book "On the Same Page" and how she forged through the judgement of the genre to write romance books, with an edge of humour, that everybody loves. Then Pam and Kel deconstruct that very judgment. Judgement of readers, writers and genres in general. Asking the questions - what are we judging people for and why? And how does that judgement subconsciously effect us as writers? There's lots of juicy discussion on the Writes4Women podcast. To listen to all of the Writes4Women podcast episodes go to www.writes4women.comOR SUBSCRIBE (free and painless) at Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you get your pods.#w4wpodcast #PenelopeJanu #writing #romance #fiction #women #publishing #writinglife #WritingCommunitySHOWNOTES:Writes4WomenWeb - www.writes4women.comFacebook - @writes4womenTwitter / Instagram - @w4wpodcastPamela CookWeb -www.pamelacook.com.auFacebook - @pamelacookauthorTwitter - @PamelaCookAUKel ButlerFacebook / Twitter - @kelbutler & @listenuppodcastingPenelope JanuWeb -www.penelopejanu.comFacebook / Twitter - @PenelopeJanu

Although fairly new to the Australian publishing scene, Penelope Janu has well and truly made her mark with three novels in two years as well as winning the XO Romance Prize in 2017 for her most recent novel, "On the Same Page" (Brio Books). Listen in as I chat to this clever lady and find out what inspires her writing, her reading habits and much more.

Meet Penelope Janu, author of ‘On The Right Track’. Discover how to not irritate your local bookshop: a guide for authors and learn 1 simple tip to help you get more writing done. You’ll hear about how Graham Frizzell carves out a career writing about beer. We also have copies of ‘Crazy Rich Asians’ by Kevin Kwan to give away. Read the show notes.  Email Valerie and Allison podcast@writerscentre.com.au. WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com   

Do I need an overseas literary agent? And meet Penelope Janu, author of ‘In at the Deep End’. Read the show notes.  Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com

Discover tips for writing great dialogue, why learning about your craft is vital (even for writing veterans), and how whiteboard planning can help your creative writing. Shoutout to AWC graduate Penelope Janu who landed a two-book deal. Learn the meaning of meretricious and meet author and illustrator Tania McCartney. Plus, why sharing other people's stuff is good for your author platform, and much more! Read the show notes.  Connect with Valerie, Allison and listeners in the podcast community on Facebook Visit WritersCentre.com.au | AllisonTait.com | ValerieKhoo.com