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Lawrey Goodrick - Half-Life and Hope: A Shocking AA Battery Adventure

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Host Ky Garvey interviews Lawrey Goodrick about his illustrated middle‑grade book Half‑Life, a lively AA battery adventure following Half and his ...

Sally Leydon - Searching for Marion: A Daughter’s 29-Year Quest

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

And now for something completely different...In this episode I chat to Sally Leydon the host of The Missing Matter Podcast. Sally recounts her mother ...

2025 Top Listens #14 - Danielle Binks & Chapters for Change

30 Jan 2026

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2025 Top Listens #14 Author and agent Danielle Binks talks about her middle-grade novel Six Summers of Tash and Leopold — a tender suburban mystery ...

2025 Top Listens #15 - Aaron Tait

29 Jan 2026

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2025 Top Listens #15 In this episode Ky Garvey talks with Aaron Tate about his memoir Far Horizons, tracing his transformation from a young naval offi...

2025 Top Listens #16 - Lorena Carrington and Sophie Masson

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating 2025's Top Listens! Coming in at #16 is the incredible Lorena Carrington and Sophie Masson On this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey ...

2025 Top Listens #17 - Ben Hobson -The Death of John Lacey

27 Jan 2026

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Celebrating 2025's Top Listens! Coming in at #17 is the incredible Ben Hobson! Host Ky Garvey talks with author Ben Hobson about his path from musicia...

2025 Top Listens #18 - Christian White - The Long Night

26 Jan 2026

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Celebrating 2025's Top Listens! Coming in at #18 is the AWESOME Christian White! Host Ky Garvey interviews bestselling author and screenwriter Christi...

2025 Top Listens #19 - Angie Cui - Our Map & My Mum is a Bird

25 Jan 2026

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Celebrating 2025's Top Listens! Coming in at #19 is the amazing Angie Cui! Host Ky Garvey talks with Angie Cui about her 2025 picture-book year, focus...

2025 Top Listens #20 - Rachel Jackson - Escape from Marigold Manor

24 Jan 2026

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Celebrating 2025's Top Listens! Coming in at #20 is the amazing Rachel Jackson! Host Ky Garvey interviews Rachel Jackson about her Solve It Your Way s...

Aaron Tait - Far Horizons: A Journey from War to Peace

17 Nov 2025

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In this episode Ky Garvey talks with Aaron Tate about his memoir Far Horizons, tracing his transformation from a young naval officer deployed after 9/...

Paula McLean on Debut Novels, Fearless Press & The Stella Legacy

09 Nov 2025

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In this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey speaks with Paula McLean about her debut novel, the inspiration behind publishing imprint Fearless Pres...

Christian White: The Long Night

31 Oct 2025

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Host Ky Garvey talks with novelist and screenwriter Christian White about his new book, The Long Night, his work adapting stories for screen, and his ...

Carla Salmon - Red Sands, Surf, Suspicion and Debut Success

11 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

.Host Ky Garvey speaks with debut author Carla Salmon about her coastal YA mystery set in a surf life‑saving club, Carla’s three‑year writing jo...

Carolyn Bourke on Dementia, Care and Creativity

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Host Ky Garvey interviews Carolyn Bourke about her experience as a Chaplain and writer. They discuss Carolyn’s entry in the Totally Lit Micro Fictio...

Nathan J Thomas - EK Books

21 Sep 2025

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Nathan J Thomas, General Manager of Exile Publishing and EK Books, discusses the company’s family history, the challenges of today’s publishing ma...

Lorena Carrington & Sophie Masson: The Giant

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Ky Garvey chats with author Sophie Masson and illustrator Lorena Carrington about the creation of their picture book The Giant — fro...

Bethany Loveridge: Inside Harper Wells: Renegade Timeline Officer

03 Sep 2025

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Bethany Loveridge joins Totally Lit to talk about her debut middle-grade novel, Harper Wells: Renegade Timeline Officer — a time-travel adventure wh...

Ben Hobson on Writing, Guilt and Creative Risk

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Host Ky Garvey chats with author Ben Hobson about his unexpected path to becoming a writer — from punk bands and audiovisual work to university, sho...

Dr Helen Edwards on Writing Difference: Lighthouses, Selkies & Strength

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Host Ky Garvey interviews author Helen Edwards about her Foreverability Award win for Legend of the Lighthouse Moon, a middle-grade novel featuring a ...

Sally Rippin - Hook into Books

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

SALLY RIPPIN As the current Australian Children's Laureate (2024-2025), Sally is travelling around the country and internationally to chat about the w...

Josh Langley: Re-Release

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In memory of Josh Langley - a wonderful contributor to the kidlit community, a fantasic writer and a very special person. You will be missed Josh. Jos...

Catriona McKeown - Winning Against All Odds: The Rollercoaster of 'Good Luck and Other Lies'

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the latest episode of Totally Lit, where we dive deep into the world of young adult literature with author Catriona McKeown. In this engagi...

Angie Cui

10 Jul 2025

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Join host Ky Garvey on this episode of Totally Lit as she embarks on a fascinating conversation with author Angie Cui. Explore Angie's journey into th...

Jenny Valentish: The Introvert's Guide to Leaving the House

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another episode of Totally Lit, where we explore the world of reading, writing, and literature. In this episode, host Ky Garvey welcomes Je...

Rachel Jackson: Solve Your Way Book Series - Interactive Adventures Unveiled

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a fascinating episode of Totally Lit, where host Ky Garvey sits down with Rachel Jackson, the creative mind behind the unique 'Solve Your W...

Danielle Binks - Chapters for Change

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of "Totally Lit," host Ky Garvey is joined by Danielle Binks, an acclaimed writer, teacher, and literary agent. Danielle shares insigh...

Megan Dalla-Camina: Empowering Women - 'Women Rising'

23 Mar 2025

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In this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey sits down with Megan Dalla-Camina, founder of the Women Rising company and author of the inspiring book...

Steve MinOn - First Name Second Name

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into a unique literary journey with debut author Steve MinOn, who talks about his first award-winning novel, 'First Name, Sec...

GenreCon 2025 Special - Steffanie Holmes

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is an exciting podcast collaboration with GenreCon and The Queensland Writer Centre. Join Ky as she interviews GenreCon Keynote speaker - Steffan...

GenreCon 2025 Special - Tansy Rayner Roberts

23 Feb 2025

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This is an exciting podcast collaboration with GenreCon and The Queensland Writer Centre. Join Ky as she interviews GenreCon presenter - Tansy Rayner ...

Samantha-Ellen Bound: The Enchanting World of Bunnies, Ballet & Books

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to a special episode of Totally Lit, where your host, Ky Garvey, introduces the multifaceted Samantha-Ellen Bound. Join us for a delightful co...

Jess Horn - Bernie Thinks in Boxes: Exploring Autism Through Children's Literature

19 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ky Garvey on this episode of Totally Lit as she delves into a heartfelt conversation with Jess Horne, author of "Bernie Thinks in Boxes." Explore...

Best of 2024 - The Hybrid Author - Joanne Morell

12 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Totally Lit, the podcast celebrating reading, writing, and creating literature. In this episode, we have the hybrid author herself, Joanne ...

Best of 2024: Nick Croydon - QBD Books

06 Jan 2025

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Join host Ky Garvey in this illuminating episode of Totally Lit as she chats with Nick Croydon, CEO of QBD Books. Delve into QBD’s exciting expansio...

New Year Inspirations for 2025: Thank You to Our Supporters

01 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, I hope you're excited to tackle your writing goals. In this episode, I express immense gratitude to my wonderful...

Best of 2024 - Victoria Vanstone: From Boozy Nights to Sober Highlights

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this episode of Totally Lit, where we celebrate the world of literature and creativity. Join us as we sit down with Victoria Vanstone, host...

Belinda Topan - Unveiling 'One of a Kind': A Writer's Journey

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey welcomes author Belinda Topan to discuss her journey into the world of writing and self-publishing. Bel...

Ash Harrier - From Digital Dreams to Print Success

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ash Harrier on Totally Lit as she shares her thrilling journey from rejections to successfully publishing her YA paranormal trilogy. Discover the...

Amy Freund - Discover the Magic of 'Amigo the Capybara'

08 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us in this episode of the 'Totally Lit' podcast as host Ky Garvey chats with author Amy Freund about her delightful new children's book, 'Amigo t...

Best of 2024 - Jack Heath

04 Dec 2024

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Welcome to a special episode of Totally Lit as we celebrate our 50th episode! Host Ky Garvey reflects on the journey with gratitude to guests, listene...

Best of 2024 - Megan Daley - Unlocking the World of Kid- Lit

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey in an insightful conversation with Megan Daly, celebrated teacher-librarian and award-winning author. In this episode of Totally L...

Best of 2024 - Dave Faulkner - Celebrating the 'Stoneage Romeos' tour

01 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In honour of Hoodoo Gurus being in town I have put out a little rerelease of my chat with Dave Faulkner.  They are currently touring to clebrate 40 y...

Announcing the Totally Lit Micro Fiction Prize Winners!

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Totally Lit, host Ky Garvey takes the listeners on a journey celebrating the winning entries of the Totally Lit Micro Fiction Prize...

Australian Short Story Festival - Exploring the Fascinating World of Short Stories with Catherine McNamara

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this exciting episode of Totally Lit, where we delve into the captivating world of short stories. Host Ky Garvey chats with Catherine McNam...

Empowering Young Readers: A Conversation with Karen Tyrrell

17 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to another enlightening episode of Totally Lit, the podcast dedicated to celebrating the world of reading, writing, and literature. In this ep...

Hope Flies: Isobelle Carmody's Inspiring Journey and Literary Insights

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for a captivating episode as we revisit an inspiring interview with acclaimed author Isobelle Carmody. Recently attending the launch of Isabel...

Australian Short Story Festival - Laura Jean McKay

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Totally Lit, the podcast that celebrates the vibrant world of literature. In this episode, host Ky Garvey invites you to explore the upcomi...

Dani Vee -Totally Lit Turns Five: Celebrating Creativity and Connection

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the milestone episode of Totally Lit, where we celebrate the podcast's fifth birthday with host Ky Garvey. Five years ago, Ky embarked on t...

Meet the Judges

31 Oct 2024

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Welcome to a special episode of Totally Lit, hosted by Ky Garvey. In this exciting installment, we unveil the launch of the Totally Lit Microfiction P...

Unveiling the Artistry: A Conversation with Illustrator Ross Morgan

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to this episode of Totally Lit, the podcast that celebrates reading, writing, and the creation of literature. Join host Ky Garvey as she sits ...

Australian Short Story Festival - Susan Midalia

13 Oct 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Festival Chair - Susan Midalia about the upcoming Australian Short Story Festival in Fremantle 22nd-24th November....

Louisa Duval

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Rural Romance author Louisa Duval.  Louisa Duval is a debut Australian author who writes rural romance set in the...

Sarah Surgey

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Sarah Surgey on her latest release The Heavy Bag.  Sarah’s book The Heavy Bag is a children’s book that looks...

Meet the Judges

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Meet the judges! Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Sheryl Gwyther, Lauren Elise Daniels, Geneve Flynn and Pamela Jeffs, the judges of the Totally Li...

Amelia Mellor

26 Sep 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to  Amelia Mellor about her latest release The Lost Book of Magic. Amelia Mellor (authorameliamellor.com) https://af...

Jack Roney and Harry Colfer - Genre Fiction Podcast

18 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Have you checked out the GENRE FICTION PODCAST? Jack Roney Author & Harry Colfer interview authors and industry experts. For over a year they hav...

Leo Baker

18 Aug 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to  Leo Baker about his latest release Tuckshop Terrors. Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: Claire Houghton Logo: Em...

Briskidlitcrew - CYA Conference

08 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the Briskidlitcrew episode! Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Bethany Loveridge, Jess Galatola & Kristen Willis on their experience at the ...

Angela Slatter

11 Jul 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Angela Slatter. www.angelaslatter.com Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: Claire Houghton Logo: Emages Design ...

Tina Clark - 2024 CYA Conference Special

03 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to CYA conference organiser Tina Clark and CYA presenter Phil Kettle. The 2024 conference will be a hybrid with in-pe...

Chelsea Luker

21 Jun 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Chelsea Luker on her book Square Me, Round World. Home - Connect Us Psychology Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: ...

Joanne Morrell

02 Jun 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Joanne Morrell about her writing and her writing and her podcast The Hybrid Author. www.hybridauthor.com Host: Ky ...

Nick Croydon

26 May 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to QBD Books CEO Nick Croydon. Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: Claire Houghton Logo: Emages Design Producti...

Kirsten Hunter

17 May 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Kirsten Hunter on her exciting new release: Murder at the Narcissus Gardening Club. www.kirstenhunterauthor.com  ...

Victoria Vanstone

06 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Victoria Vanstone on her book 'A Thousand Wasted Sundays. Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: Claire Houghton Logo:...

Maura Pierlot

29 Apr 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Maura Pierlot on her latest release Alphabetter. www.maurapierlot.com Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: Claire Ho...

Lucy Hawkins

07 Apr 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Lucy Hawkins about her latest release The Salvager's Quest. www.lucyhawkinsart.com Host: Ky Garvey Theme So...

Crystal Corocher

24 Mar 2024

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Crystal Corocher on her latest book Giovanni. www.crystalcorocher.com www.wombatrhiza.com.au Host: Ky Garvey ...

Jack Heath

18 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Jack Heath on his latest book Kill Your Husbands. Celebrate with Ky on the release of the 50th Episode of Totally ...

Isobelle Carmody

18 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to fantasy author Isobelle Carmody. www.isobellecarmody.com.au You can join Isobelle's patreon here: Isobelle Carmody...

Dave Faulkner

18 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Dave Faulkner on all things songwriting. www.hoodoogurus.net Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: Claire Houghton Lo...

Renata Clarke - The Endless Shelf Podcast

10 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sneak peak of Renata Clarke's new podcast The Endless Shelf! www.renataclarke.com.au/theendlessshelf The Endless Shelf is a podcast for kids about k...

It’s not goodbye - it’s see you soon!

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

  Podcast Sponsors: Share Your Story www.michelleworthington.com Host: Ky Garvey Theme Song: Claire Houghton Logo: Emages Design Produc...

Fiona Lowe

23 Jul 2023

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Fiona Lowe about current release The Money Club. www.fionalowe.com www.harpercollins.com.au Podcast Sponsors: Shar...

G.D. Ison

05 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to G.D. Ison about his work. Podcast Sponsors: Share Your Story www.michelleworthington.com Host: Ky Garvey Th...

Andrea Rowe

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Andrea Rowe about her new picture book Sunday Skating.  www.andrearowe.com.au www.hardiegrant.com Podcast ...

Ashley Kalagian Blunt

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Ashley Kalagian Blunt about her new novel Dark Mode. www.ashleykalagianblunt.com www.ultimopress.com Podcas...

Louis White

19 Apr 2023

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Louis White about his Adventures of Lily Book series.  www.louiswhite.com www.whitetigermedia.com.au Podca...

Michelle Upton

28 Mar 2023

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Join host Ky Garvey as she chats to Michelle Upton about her new novel Terms of Inheritance. www.michelleupton.com Podcast Sponsors: Share Your...

Samantha Valentine

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join host Ky Garvey for a GenreCon extravaganza featuring an interview with  Brisbane author Samantha Valentine.  Listen out for some shoutouts from...

Mary Anastasiou

06 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ky as she chats with Mary Anastasiou - amazing kidlit writer and Head of the creative team at Larrikin house. www.imaginecreative.com.au www.larr...

Steve Minon

13 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ky as she chats with Steve Minon - author, internationally awarded advertising copy writer and a child of mixed race Australia. Don't miss Steve'...

Megan Albany

08 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Ky as she chats to Megan Albany - journalist, editor, scriptwriter, songwriter, composer and a host and presenter at GenreCon2023. www.meganalban...

Julie Janson

06 Dec 2022

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Join Ky as she chats to Julie Janson on her latest novel Madukka The River Serpent.  www.juliejansonwriter.com www.uwap.uwa.edu.au www.righteouspr.co...

Allen C. Jones

08 Nov 2022

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Join Ky as she chats to award winning International author Allen C. Jones about his new release Her Death is also Water. www.allencjones.com www.midni...

Garth Jones

30 Oct 2022

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Join Ky as she chats with author Garth Jones on his novella Home Brewed, Vampire Bullets, Vol One.  www.passtheamyl.com   Podcast Sponsors:...

Dani Vee

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When two podcasters unite! Ky chats with Author and Podcaster Dani Vee about her Picture Book My Extraordinary Mum. www.wordsandnerds.com   ...

Eva Scott

29 Aug 2022

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Ky chats with romance author Eva Scott about her new release While You Were in the Country.   www.evascott.com   Podcast Sponsors: Share Yo...

Dominician Gennari

21 Aug 2022

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Ky chats with fantasy author Dominician Gennari about his new release The War for Ascension.   www.dominiciangennari.com   Podcast Sponsors...

Tristan Bancks

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Tristan Bancks about his latest book Cop & Robber, writing for children and teens and his Young Writers' Story Schoo...

Josh Donellan

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Josh Donellan about his writing and the release of his book Killing Adonis on Audio Book.   www.jmdonellan.com    ...

Kgshak Akec

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Kgshak Akec winner of the Dorothy Hewitt Award for an unpublished manuscript with UWA publishing. Ky & Kgshak chat a...

Adam France ft. Queensland Writers Centre’s Craig Cauchi - Scriptable

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Totally Lit's host Ky chats with QWC's 2021 Scriptable winner Adam France. Craig Cauchi gives the lowdown on how to apply for the 2022 Scriptable Pro...

Cecily Paterson

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Cecily Paterson on her award winning book Lola in the Middle - Winner of the 2021 Forevability Book Awards.   www.c...

Allison Tait

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Allison Tait in her latest book The Wolf's Howl her writing career, podcasting and Exclusive online writing communit...

Sharon Giltrow - Picture Book Corner

03 Jul 2022

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Special Guest: Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Sharon Giltrow about her book Get Ready Mama.    www.sharongiltrowauthor.com   Podcast Spo...

Maree Kimberley ft. Zanni Louise

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest: Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Maree Kimberley about her novel Dirt Circus League and Zanni Louise discusses the Lismore Flood Recov...

Laura Wippell - Bee Ethicool Author Competition 2022

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest: Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Laura Wippell. Shortlisted entrant in the 2022 Bee Ethicool Author Competition.   Podcast Sp...

Pamela Jeffs & Lori-Jay Ellis -The 2022 Flinthart Residency - Queensland Writers Centre

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Special Guest: Totally Lit's host Ky chats with Speculative fiction author Pamela Jeffs on her experience undertaking the 2021 Flinthart Residency wit...

Kerri Sackville

15 May 2022

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Special Guest: Totally Lit's host Ky chats with columnist Kerri Sackville about her new book: The life changing magic of a little bit of mess. www.ker...