The Writing Life
By National Centre for Writing
We’re a podcast for anyone who writes. Every week we talk to writers about their writing journeys and techniques, from early career debuts to self-publishers and narrative designers. We’ve featured Margaret Atwood, Jackie Kay, Sara Collins, Antti Tuomainen, Val McDermid, Sarah Perry, Elif Shafak and many more!
The Writing Life is produced by the National Centre for Writing at Dragon Hall in Norwich.
The Writing Life is produced by the National Centre for Writing at Dragon Hall in Norwich.
Latest episode
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Writing a festive bestseller with Abiola Bello
In this episode of The Writing Life, YA writer Abiola Bello shares her insights into writing festive novels. Abiola Bello is a Nigerian-British, prize-winning children’s/YA author who was born and raised in London. She is an advocate for diversity … -
Writing about music with Aniefiok Ekpoudom
In this episode of The Writing Life podcast, cultural writer and editor Josh Baines is joined by narrative non-fiction writer Aniefiok Ekpoudom to discuss writing about the music industry. Aniefiok ‘Neef’ Ekpoudom is a writer and storyteller from S… -
Researching for crime novels with Peter James
In this episode of The Writing Life, NCW Chief Executive Peggy is joined by bestselling author Peter James to discuss researching for crime novels. Peter James is a UK No.1 bestselling author, best known for his Detective Superintendent Roy Grace s… -
Routes into writing with S G Bell
In this podcast, NCW Communications & Participation Assistant Ruby is joined by S G Bell to discuss routes into writing. S G Bell is a writer working from his rural home in Norfolk. The Epilogue Event is the first instalment in the AI Aftermath… -
Writing dialect in fiction with Ferdia Lennon
In this podcast, NCW Head of Programme & Creative Engagement Holly is joined by author Ferdia Lennon to discuss writing dialect in fiction. Ferdia Lennon was born and raised in Dublin. He holds a BA in History and Classics from University Colle… -
Writing through place: Heidi Williamson & Rebecca Goss on poetry, memory and healing
In this episode of The Writing Life, poets Rebecca Goss and Heidi Williamson discuss using place as a vessel to write about difficult subjects and memories in poetry. Rebecca Goss is a poet, tutor and mentor, living in Suffolk. Her poems have appeare… -
Structuring non-fiction with Nick Acheson
In this podcast, NCW Programme Officer Ellie is joined by author and presenter Nick Acheson to discuss structuring non-fiction, and how to create rhythm with your writing. Nick Acheson is an author, conservationist and environmentalist living in No… -
Writing collaboratively with Maarja Pärtna & Penny Boxall
In this episode of The Writing Life, NCW Associate Programme Director Kate Griffin is joined by writers Maarja Pärtna and Penny Boxall to discuss the process of multi-disciplinary collaboration. Maarja Pärtna is an Estonian writer, translator, and … -
Advice for emerging writers with Benjamin Johncock & Megan Bradbury
In this episode of The Writing Life, novelists and NCW Academy tutors Benjamin Johncock and Megan Bradbury give insight into their writing lives, and offer their advice to emerging novelists and writers of all kinds. Benjamin Johncock is an award-w… -
Writing the 'difficult second novel' with Melissa Fu
In this episode of The Writing Life, NCW Programme Officer Vicki is joined by novelist and NCW Academy tutor Melissa Fu to discuss the difficult task of writing your second novel. Melissa’s writing appears in several publications including The Lonely…
