Stories Behind The Story: Marika Sosnowski on Law, Creative Writing, and the Making of 58 Facets
Marika Sosnowski talks to Cheryl about how her background in law shapes her writing and the challenges of merging academic insight with creative expression. She shares her deeply personal and complex writing process, the role of human connection in her work, and how legal systems can shift depending on who is interpreting them. Her debut collection, 58 Facets, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind The Story: Greg Haddrick on The Mushroom Murders and the Art of Storytelling
Greg Haddrick talks to Cheryl about his acclaimed career in film and television, what drew him to the chilling real-life case of The Mushroom Murders, the complexities of covering the high-profile Erin Patterson trial, and the challenges faced by jurors. His latest book, The Mushroom Murders, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind The Story: Chris Hammer on Journalism, Storytelling Craft and His Latest Thriller
Chris Hammer talks to Cheryl about his lifelong love of writing and how his career in journalism, including international reporting for Dateline, shaped his storytelling. He reflects on developing his craft, transitioning from nonfiction to fiction, and how fellow author Benjamin Stevenson helped bring Scrublands to life. His latest novel, Legacy, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind the Story: Soren Tae Smith on Grief, Motherhood and Finding Solace in Storytelling
Soren Tae Smith talks to Cheryl about the deeply personal process of writing her memoir, Honey from the Ground. She reflects on the loss of her son, the ongoing journey through grief, and the emotional challenges of continuing to parent after such a profound loss. She also shares how she discovered her desire to write, her love of novellas, and the role storytelling has played in her healing. Her memoir, Honey from the Ground, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind The Story: Tim Winton on Ningaloo, the Power of Nonfiction and His Creative Process
Award-winning author Tim Winton joins Cheryl to talk about his first nonfiction book for children, Ningaloo. He shares fascinating facts about the iconic reef and its diverse marine life, the creative challenges of making science both fun and visually engaging, and reflects on why this story is important to him and his hopes for the future. Ningaloo, which was illustrated by Cindy Lane, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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