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The Hobcast Book Show

How do you launch a publishing house from scratch? The Hobcast brings you insights, interviews and ideas for aspiring authors and creative entrepreneurs, as well as anyone who loves books. Hosted on A... Read more

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134: Bringing it home - domestic noir with Caroline England

134: Bringing it home - domestic noir with Caroline England

If there's ever a career that could prepare you to become an author of domestic noir and psychological thrillers, then b... Read more

14 Aug 2023

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133: From real life P.I to crime author - with Linda Mather

133: From real life P.I to crime author - with Linda Mather

"Write what you know." It's probably the most over-used piece of advice to aspiring authors. That said, if what you know... Read more

7 Aug 2023

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