Want to know the formula to writing success? In this episode, scientist-turned-author Rebecca Heath discusses her latest domestic thriller novel, The Wedding Party and her unique journey from the laboratory to the library, as well as how she crafts each story and the importance of building a writing community. 00:00 Introduction03:43 Nat Newman’s writing tip: the art of writing06:45 WIN! More or Less Maddy by Lisa Genova09:12 Word of the week: ‘Psychrophile’10:36 Writer in residence: Rebecca Heath13:10 Rebecca’s scientific beginnings17:33 Making the move to fiction and thrillers18:55 Discovering the Australian Writers’ Centre19:20 Building a community of likeminded writers21:15 How Rebecca wrote The Wedding Party23:34 The writing timeline, routine and sprints27:19 Character development and observations30:43 How walking and recording works for her33:05 Rebecca’s challenges and joys in this book34:13 Future plans 37:35 Rebecca’s advice for authors40:22 Final thoughts 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.

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