Just where do ideas for books come from? How do you know if they’re any good, or even if they’re right for you to pursue?

What constitutes an authorial voice? and how does it differ from a narrative voice, or a character’s voice?

What makes a compelling character - need they be likeable? And just how much should we come to know them, before writing them into existence?

This week’s dialogue between these three experts covers the best exchanges they’ve come across; how to make dialogue work - from setting the subtext on fire, to distinguishing between character through the words they utter; and the interplay between internal and external dialogue.

We open with wise advice on plot mastery from Nelle, who as a literary agent, has taught hundreds of writers about this tricky discipline.

Hosts Sara Collins, Sharmaine Lovegrove and Nelle Andrew turn the microphone around to quiz their friend, executive producer and bestselling author Elizabeth Day, on her life’s work and writing journey.

What has genre-blending got to do with braiding a Senegalese Twist? Should writers stick to one genre or experiment across multiple? And why should genre we thought of as an identity for your book?

Publishing is a daunting experience for a seasoned writer, let alone a debut author. But - don’t worry- we’ve got you covered.