Genre Fiction Podcast
Episodes
Anne Freeman interviews Jack Roney about the relaunch of his novel THE GHOST TRAIN & THE SCARLET MOON (episode 1 of 2)
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this special edition of The Genre Fiction Podcast, Jack Roney swaps roles and is interviewed by fellow Hawkeye Publishing author Anne Freeman about...
Australian historical fiction author Foster Burton (episode 3 of 3)
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our chat with author Foster Burton, who has recently published his debut novel, an Australian historical saga called The Hollows. In this ...
Australian historical fiction author Foster Burton (episode 2 of 3)
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We continue our chat with author Foster Burton, who has recently published his debut novel, an Australian historical saga called The Hollows. In this ...
Australian historical fiction author Foster Burton (episode 1 of 3)
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we introduce author Foster Burton, who has recently published his debut novel, an Australian historical saga called The Hollows. Foste...
Interview with author D.V.BISHOP (episode 3 of 3)
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
D. V. BISHOP writes the award-winning Cesare Aldo historical thrillers, published by Pan Macmillan. A writer of many narrative forms, his love for ...
Interview with author D.V.BISHOP (episode 2 of 3)
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
D. V. BISHOP writes the award-winning Cesare Aldo historical thrillers, published by Pan Macmillan. A writer of many narrative forms, his love for ...
Interview with author D.V.Bishop (episode 1 of 3)
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
D. V. BISHOP writes the award-winning Cesare Aldo historical thrillers, published by Pan Macmillan. A writer of many narrative forms, his love for Ita...
Interview with Dr Ed Rosick - episode 2
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Our chat with Dr Ed Rosick continues. In this episode, we discuss the market for short stories, challenges with writing short form fiction, and publis...
Interview with Dr Ed Rosick - physician turned author
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s introduce this episode’s guest: Dr Ed Rosick is a writer and physician living in the urban wilds of central Michigan. His diverse works of s...
Interview with Swedish sci-fi author Karl Hornell
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karl Hörnell, author of the Sci-Fi thriller, Singularity Minus Twelve, offers a thoughtful perspective on using Artificial Intelligence as a suppor...
Interview with New York sci-fi author Michael Colon (episode 2)
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this second and final episode with New York based author Michael Colon we take a deep dive into the underlying themes in his novel ‘The Gift From...
Interview with New York sci-fi author Michael Colon (episode 1)
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this first of two episodes with New York based author Michael Colon we discuss his brand new debut novel ‘The Gift From Aelius’ which is a futu...
Interview with bestselling US author Carter Wilson (episode 2)
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this second episode with USA Today bestselling author Carter Wilson, he chats with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer about his podcast MAKING IT UP where...
Interview with bestselling US author Carter Wilson (episode 1)
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Carter Wilson is the USA Today bestselling author of ten critically acclaimed, standalone psychological thrillers, as well as numerous short storie...
Interview with author Heidi Catherine - submitting your manuscript (ep 2)
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 our of chat with author Heidi Catherine, we take a deep dive into her experiences and specific advice to help increase your chances of succe...
Interview with author Heidi Catherine - submitting to agents (ep 1)
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat with author Heidi Catherine about her learnings, successes and setbacks when submitting manuscripts to agents and publishers. ...
Book publishing chat with Jessica Mudditt, founder of Hembury Books (episode 2)
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this second and final episode with Jessica Mudditt, we chat about the evolution of Hembury Books and how it has grown from a publisher of non-ficti...
Book publishing chat with Jessica Mudditt of Hembury Books (episode 1)
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Mudditt is the author of two memoirs, podcaster and the founder of Hembury Books, a Sydney based hybrid publisher. Her first book was self-pub...
Writing tips with author Mary-Clare Terrill
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2 of 2, author Mary-Clare Terrill discusses the following writing tips: 1. writing is rewriting 2. getting the right kind of feedback and w...
Talking historical fiction with author Mary-Clare Terrill
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mary-Clare Terrill is an Australian-Canadian author of historical fiction. Her debut historical romance novel, Maplecroft, is based on the true stor...
C J Spataro author interview RESEARCH & LIFE EXPERIENCE (episode 2)
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this second of two episodes with Philadelphia based author C.J. Spataro, we discuss what it’s like to be a debut author later in life and how l...
Interview with author C J Spataro 'MORE STRANGE THAN TRUE' (episode 1)
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this first of two episodes, we chat with Philadelphia based author C.J. Spataro about her recently released debut novel More Strange Than True. C.J...
In conversation with author Diane Clarke (episode 2 of 2)
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this second episode with Brisbane author Diane Clarke, we delve into Diane's background as a speech pathologist and how skills learned in this prof...
In conversation with author Diane Clarke (episode 1 of 2)
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we welcome Brisbane author Diane Clarke who explains how her debut novel 'The Photograph' was inspired by the evacuations of children...
In conversation with author Alicia Thompson (episode 2 of 2)
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the second episode with author Alicia Thompson, the topic of author marketing is explored. Alicia breaks down marketing strategies that have worked...
In conversation with author Alicia Thompson (episode 1 of 2)
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's special guest is author Alica Thompson whose debut novel 'Something Else' was published in 2021 and her follow up crime novel 'Ex' was rel...
Dr Jo Skinner episode 2
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Dr Jo Skinner returns to talk about how she uses long-distance running to clear her mind and problem solve story plot issues....
Dr Jo Skinner episode 1
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s special guest is Doctor Jo Skinner, a Brisbane based GP who writes contemporary women’s fiction as well as freelance non-fiction artic...
Lauren Daniels episode 4 - benefits of writers groups and working with editors
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with author, poet and editor, Lauren Daniels about benefits of participating in writers groups for ...
Podcast interview with author David Shield (episode 3)
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this final instalment of Harry and Jack’s chat with writer David Shield, he breaks down and explains 8 steps for creating characters, from making...
Lauren Daniels episode 3 - public speaking tips for authors
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with author, poet and editor, Lauren Daniels about how authors can improve their public speaking sk...
Podcast interview with author David Shield (episode 2)
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2 of the 3-part series with Japanese language translator and writer David Shield, he explains the rules for translating stories between Eng...
Podcast interview with author David Shield (episode 1)
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Shield is a writer and professional Japanese interpreter and translator, with a BA in Japanese language and Asian Political Studies, Master of I...
Lauren Daniels discusses writing competitions and anthologies
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Lauren Daniels chats with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer about writing competitions, awards and volunteering to be a judge, as well as b...
Lauren Daniels discusses writing conferences, events and retreats.
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with author, poet and editor, Lauren Daniels about benefits of attending writers conferences, events...
Dr Kate Cuthbert episode 3
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this 3rd and final episode of Jack and Harry's chat with Dr Kate Cuthbert, the topic of vanity presses and predatory publishing houses is discussed...
Dr Kate Cuthbert episode 2
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jack and Harry continue their chat with Dr Kate Cutherbert about her advice to writers when pitching to agents and publishers, how to...
Qld Writers Center CEO Lori-Jay Ellis
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, Harry and Jack recorded on location at the Qld Writers Centre (Qld State Library) Brisbane, where their guest was none other ...
Kate Cuthbert discusses PhD research into the evolution of book covers and titles
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Kate Cuthbert has worked in publishing for almost 15 years and has held senior roles at Pantera Press, Writers Victoria and launched the Escape Pub...
Christine Gregory author interview episode 2
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jack and Harry continue their chat with author Christine Gregory about her experiences working with an agent, landing a publishing contract, expectati...
Christine Gregory author interview
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melbourne-based author, Christine Gregory, is an Australian writer of crime and general fiction. An earlier version of her novel The Community was run...
Professor Kim Wilkins discusses academic research and genre fiction
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Born in London, Brisbane-based author Kim Wilkins is Professor of Writing at the University of Queensland. She has a long list of published adult fant...
Ky Garvey - Children's book author and podcaster
21 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week’s guest is Ky Garvey - childrens book author and host of Totally Lit! a monthly podcast celebrating reading, writing and literature. The p...
Heidi Catherine and Anne Freeman - 12 Tropes of Christmas Anthology
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jack and Harry were joined by award winning authors Heidi Catherine and Anne Freeman. Anne and Heidi have teamed up with 10 other aut...
Author chat - Sarah Todman (episode 2)
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2, Jack and Harry chat with author Sarah Todman about how she uses skills learned as a strategic content specialist to help grow her author...
Author chat - Sarah Todman (episode 1)
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sarah Todman's career as a writer spans more than 20 years. She has worked extensively as a journalist, communications manager and now as a strategic ...
Author Peter Schinkel - short stories vs long form writing (part 3)
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this final instalment of the chat with author Peter Schinkel, he discusses the reasons why he prefers short stories over long form writing. Topics ...
Author Peter Schinkel - what inspires his story ideas (Part 2)
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Peter Schinkel returns for part 2 of 3 to discuss what inspires his story ideas, coming up with new ideas and retelling old themes with a fresh...
Author Peter Schinkel talks sci-fi (part 1)
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Peter Schinkel has loved writing since primary school. Mainly short stories and poetry, and science fiction such as Doctor Who, Star Trek, and ...
Jamie West - episode 3
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this third and final episode with London based author Jamie West, he chats with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer about how his personal experiences work...
UK author Jamie West - episode 2
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this second episode with London based author Jamie West, he chats with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer about how his experience working in the theatre ...
GENRE FICTION PODCAST teaser
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a taste of what to expect from THE GENRE FICTION PODCAST. Light-hearted conversations about fiction writing and publishing with authors and ind...
London based author Jamie West - episode 1
18 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie West is the West End's resident murder mystery author! He’s worked backstage on countless shows in London’s West End. His work covers a huge...
Author Kate Brandes episode 2
11 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of this interview, author Kate Brandes covers a number of writing themes including: different approaches for thinking about story and story ...
Interview with USA author Kate Brandes
04 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Kate Brandes lives in the small river town of Riegelsville, Pennsylvania. Â She has also worked as a geologist and environmental scientist for ...
Clare Connelly (episode 2)
28 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 2 of the interview between Harry Colfer, Jack Roney, and special guest Clare Connelly. In this episode, Clare breaks down the key components o...
Interview with bestselling author Clare Connelly (episode 1)
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Harry Colfer and Jack Roney interview bestselling author, Clare Connelly. Clare is the author of more than one hundred angsty, pass...
Interview with thriller author A.C.Edwards (episode 2)
14 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Harry Colfer, Jack Roney, and thriller author Andy Edwards continue their chat from episode one and dissect more key elements that ma...
Interview with thriller author A.C.Edwards (episode 1)
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andy Edwards (A.C. Edwards)Â is a former policeman, paratrooper and Special Forces officer. He served in the Australian Army with operational deployme...
Crime writer Graham Bartlett episode 3
30 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Bartlett returns for episode 3 of his chat with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer to discuss how his 30+ years policing experience influenced his fic...
Crime writer Graham Bartlett episode 2
23 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Bartlett returns for episode 2 of his chat with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer to discuss how his 30+ years policing experience influenced his fic...
Crime writer Graham Bartlett episode 1
16 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first of three episodes featuring UK crime author Graham Bartlett. Graham is a former detective and now a crime fiction and police advisor...
Michael Bracken episode 2
09 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2 of the interview with award winning author Michael Bracken, he explains the many options for getting your short stories published and way...
Interview with award winning author Michael Bracken
02 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Bracken is an award winning author of novels and short stories, based out of Texas USA. In this episode he chats with Jack and Harry about the...
T.M.CLARKE episode 3
27 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jack Roney and Harry Colfer continue their chat with author T.M.CLARKE about how her African upbringing influenced her writing as wel...
Introducing author T.M.CLARK
19 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Zimbabwean-born T.M. Clark now calls Australia home. Tina weaves her fascination for diverse cultures, wildlife, and storytelling into her literature....
Jason Fischer episode 2
12 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jason Fischer returns for part 2 to tell Harry and Jack all about Spectrum Writing and the programs and services available for writers who have variou...
Jason Fischer episode 1
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode (part 1), Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with author Jason Fischer about his love of all things speculative fiction and his publicat...
T.M.Clark CYA Conference
29 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, authors Jack Roney and Harry Colfer chat with award winning author T.M.Clark about the CYA Writers Conference and Writers at Sea writ...
Ben Hobson (part 3)
21 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 3 of 3. In the third and final instalment of the Ben Hobson series of interviews, Ben chats with Harry and Jack about specific elements of the wr...
Ben Hobson (part 2)
14 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of 3 The interview with Ben Hobson continues. In this episode, Ben chats with Jack and Harry about his other projects including his online book...
Interview with author Ben Hobson
07 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of 3 - interview with author Ben Hobson Ben Hobson is a Brisbane based author. To Become a Whale, his debut novel, was released in 2017. It was...
Khaiah Thompson interview (part 2)
31 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of our chat with Khaiah Thompson, we discuss blurring the lines between heroes and villains, how conflict drive stories and develops charact...
Conversation with author Khaiah Thompson
24 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our special guest for this episode is Khaiah Thompson from Perth, Western Australia. Khaiah is the author of the Welcome to Blackwood (Young Adult, Pa...
Interview with award winning author Gary Crew
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we have a colourful chat with multi-award winning author Professor Gary Crew where he discusses his writing processes and tips for con...
Part 2 Stephen M Irwin
10 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of our chat with show-runner, producer, screenwriter and novelist, Stephen M Irwin, we discuss his experiences creating the reimagining of t...
Interview with novelist, show-runner, producer and screenwriter, Stephen M Irwin
03 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen M Irwin is a show-runner, producer, screenwriter and novelist. He was co-creator, co-executive producer and head writer of the forensic crime ...
Part 2 of 'writing spicy scenes' with Anne Freeman
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of 'Writing Spicey Scenes' with Anne Freeman. In this episode Jack, Harry and Anne have a laugh about the more cringey aspects of using cliche ...
Anne Freeman discusses how to write non-cringey sex scenes
18 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Anne Freeman puts Jack and Harry in a bit of a headspin as she explains how to write non-cringey sex scenes. We had an absolute ball chatting a...
Building your author brand with Kylie Fennell
11 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Former journalist, marketing professional and author Kylie Fennell joins Jack Roney and Harry Colfer in discussing marketing strategies and tips for b...
Interview with fantasy author Kylie Fennell
04 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a must for writers of fantasy and speculative fiction. Join Jack Roney, Harry Colfer and Kylie Fennell discussing all the components t...
The benefit of manuscript assessments with Camille Booker
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Having your manuscript read and assessed by someone with knowledge of the craft and industry experience is an invaluable way to elevate your story bef...
Introducing award winning historical fiction author Camille Booker
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we chat with award winning author Camille Booker about writing historical fiction. Camille is a manuscript assessor and creative writi...
Dive inside the minds of emus at war - author and podcaster Jamie Bryden
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jamie Bryden is an author and podcaster hailing from Hawkesbury, NSW. He is a sucker for a good story and loves chatting with all sorts of storyteller...
Former federal politician and now full time political thriller author Richard Evans
07 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we thought we’d share with you a one-on-one interview Jack Roney had with Former federal politician, and now full time author, Rich...
Lauren Daniels episode 3
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren, Harry and Jack discuss genre specific editing issues. Specific topics include: For spec fic, not enough spec/world, weak magical or supernatu...
Lauren Daniels episode 2
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Editor Lauren Daniels returns to discuss story structure. Specific topics include: How can we make a prologue WORK? Structure; centre of gravity opens...
Introducing editor Lauren Daniels
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Editor Lauren Daniels chats with Jack Roney and Harry Colfer about common editing issues relating to character development. Specific topics include: C...
What’s your writing rhythm? Your writing environment. Author marketing. The writing passion.
26 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this final episode with author Troy Henderson, Harry, Jack and Troy discuss a broad range of topics for authors who may be feeling self-doubt. We c...
Should you stick to one genre? Book finished - what now?
19 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Harry, Jack and Troy discuss the pros and cons of authors diversifying into various genres as well as the age old question - my book ...
Character Polarity, 5 Act Structure, Will Artificial Intelligence take over?
12 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this second installment with special guest author Troy Henderson, Harry, Jack and Troy discuss character polarity, the 5-act structure and how arti...
Famous Writing Advice
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Harry and Jack chat with special guest, author Troy Henderson, about the best writing advice that has influenced our own writing. In this episode ther...
Romance Writer Ally Blake (Part 2)
29 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2 of romance writer Ally Blake with the Genre Fiction Podcast. Ally is the author of Kiss Me Quick and her books have sold over four million copi...
Romance Writer Ally Blake (Part 1)
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Part 1 of romance writer Ally Blake with the Genre Fiction Podcast. Ally is the author of Kiss Me Quick and her books have sold over four million copi...
Trigger Warnings (Guest Chris Miller - Part 3)
15 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our last episode with Chris Miller where we talk about the use of trigger warnings and triggering subjects in fiction. Chris Miller is an actor, prese...
Audiobooks Platforms (Guest Chris Miller - Part 2)
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Miller returns as our guest where we talk audiobook platforms and narration, including his platform, Book Club Audio. Chris Miller is an actor, ...
Audiobooks and Voice Acting (Guest Chris Miller - Part 1)
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Miller is our guest this week with Jack, Bryn and Harry where we talk voice acting, audiobook recording and audiobook production. Chris Miller i...
Juggling Multiple Writing Projects
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How do you juggle writing projects? Jack and Harry discuss balancing the different jobs in writing, including editing and promoting.
Does Non-Fiction Writing Appeal to You?
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Does writing non-fiction have any appeal? Why, or why not? Jack and Harry discuss.
Software for Writing
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What sort of software is out there for writing? Bryn and Harry chat about word processors, plot software and dictation.