From rebellion leaders to scream queens and everything in-between, women have shaped sci-fi and fantasy since its inception. Each week Fangrrls founder & managing editor Cher Martinetti, contributing editor and author Preeti Chhibber, and associate editor Courtney Enlow celebrate the countless badass women in geek culture through funny, witty, and unfiltered deep dives into the nerdverse.
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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.
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Join Fangrrls Jessica Lynn Toomer and Alyssa Fikse as they take you back in time and through every episode of Netflix's The Last Kingdom. Relive every battle, every backstab, and every thirst trap. Subscribe now so you don't miss out on any delicious moments; and remember, destiny is all.
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#StrongWomenWrite is a unique literary organization for female authors who want to Write Better Fight Scenes, Strong Female Characters, and call attention to their work. Our podcast will connect you with women writers at various stages who will share their writing, their journey, & inspire you with tangible ways to create the write-life you desire. Visit our website for more about us, events, or to become a guest or sponsor. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stron ...
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Listen every month for reviews of Wonder Woman comics from throughout her 75+ year history, as well as the classic '70s TV show and news about Wonder Woman on the big screen!
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Pour Her Stories is the ultimate book club for women who love a great read, a bold glass of wine, and unfiltered conversations. Hosted by two sisters who share a passion for books and wine, each episode uncorks a carefully paired bottle and dives into stories featuring strong female characters, thrilling twists, and unforgettable moments. Expect deep discussions, honest reactions, and a few sips (or gulps) along the way. Whether you’re here for the book recs, the wine pairings, or just the v ...
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A group of B-list superheroes decides it's more lucrative to be super-villains instead. #audiofiction from PlanetM and @justinmclachlan.
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Ever dunked your chips in a milkshake? Or sprinkled Bombay mix over an ice cream? Comedian Fern Brady is inviting some of her famous pals for a feast like no other - tucking into a bunch of the best (and worst) food combos about. Fern Brady is one of Britain’s most exciting comedians – according to The Daily Telegraph she’s the 48th funniest person of the 21st Century! You might know Fern from Taskmaster, Live At the Apollo, or her Sunday Times best-selling memoir Strong Female Character, bu ...
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Every week on Nerd Rage: The Great Debates, your moderator, Marc Abrigo, challenges the funniest stand-up comics, podcasters, and even pro-wrestlers to take sides and square off to settle some of geekdom’s hottest (and often times, weirdest) debates: how many muscle cars does Vin Diesel need to beat Captain America? Is Steven Universe a better frontman than Super Mario? And just what the hell will a lightsaber accomplish in the world of the Matrix? All will be settled -- are you ready to rage?
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Virginia Woolf is one of the most influential and controversial feminine figures in the literary life of the London society. Night and Day is one of her first novels published in 1919 which displays the moral and spiritual issues that people confront. The author herself was an emotionally unstable person, her episodes of mental illness and suicidal depression being recurrent and always brought into the public attention. The novel revolves around the life of the main character, Katherine Hilb ...
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The Story Geeks Talk Disney+ (or Disney Plus): Star Wars | Marvel | Disney | Pixar
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Writing contemporary crime fiction: Val McDermid on Past Lying
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42:15In this episode of The Writing Life, award-winning writer Val McDermid shares insights on writing contemporary crime fiction, and the importance of learning patience as a writer. One of the UK’s most accomplished and respected novelists, Val McDermid has sold over 19 million books to date across the globe and is translated into more than 40 languag…
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Becoming a published author: Wen-Yi Lee on representation, writing residencies, and building a readership
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51:28In this episode of The Writing Life, writer and Dragon Hall Cottage resident Wen-yi Lee shares insights into building a writing career, and the process of taking a project from conception to completion. Wen-yi Lee likes writing about girls with bite, feral nature, and ghosts. She is the author of historical fantasy When They Burned the Butterfly an…
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Writing between genres: Michael Pedersen on Muckle Flugga
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53:10In this episode of The Writing Life, prize-winning poet and writer Michael Pedersen shares his experience writing between genres, and how pushing the boundaries of literary categories can enhance your writing. Michael Pedersen is a prize-winning poet and author of the memoir Boy Friends, which was a Sunday Times Critics Choice and shortlisted for t…
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World building in horror fiction: Julia Armfield on Private Rites
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39:35In this episode of The Writing Life, prize-winning writer Julia Armfield shares insights on world building in horror fiction, and writing catastrophic and intense circumstances. Julia Armfield's work has been published in Granta, The White Review and Best British Short Stories 2019 and 2021. In 2019, she was shortlisted for the Sunday Times Young W…
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The world of Substack: Eleanor Anstruther & Simon K Jones on serial fiction
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57:36In this episode of The Writing Life, writers Eleanor Anstruther and Simon K Jones discuss the world of Substack, and how they use the platform to publish and share their work. Eleanor Anstruther is the author of A Perfect Explanation, and A Memoir In 65 Postcards & The Recovery Diaries. Her new novel, In Judgement of Others, is out now. You can fin…
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Writing love stories: André Aciman on Room on the Sea
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34:28In this episode of The Writing Life, bestselling author André Aciman shares the intricacies of writing romance, from the magic of first meetings to the nuances of portraying older characters falling in love. André is the New York Times bestselling author of Call Me By Your Name, Find Me, The Gentleman From Peru, Out of Egypt, Eight White Knights, F…
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The power of language: Eimear McBride on The City Changes Its Face
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34:37In this episode of The Writing Life, novelist and screenwriter Eimear McBride on the power of language, and the ways literary fiction can evoke emotion and connection. Eimear McBride is the award-winning author of four novels: A Girl is a Half-formed Thing, The Lesser Bohemians, Strange Hotel and The City Changes Its Face. Her debut novel A Girl is…
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Writing strong female characters: Joanna Miller on The Eights
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53:56In this episode of The Writing Life, writer Joanna Miller shares her insights into writing strong female characters in historical fiction. Joanna Miller studied English at Exeter College, Oxford and later returned to the University to train as a teacher. After ten years in education, she set up an award-winning poetry gift business. She is an alum …
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The rise of romantasy with Sangu Mandanna
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38:53This week on The Writing Life, we’re diving into the world of romantasy — a genre that blends the best of romance and fantasy. Romantasy novels have taken the publishing world by storm in recent years, with sales expected to hit a staggering $610 million in 2024. And on TikTok, the #Romantasy tag has amassed over 800 million views. What is it about…
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Writing about sports and masculinity with George Harrison, Alex Allison, and Ashley Hickson-Lovence
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41:44In this episode of The Writing Life, writers Alex Allison, George Harrison, and Ashley Hickson-Lovence share their insights into writing about sport and modern masculinity. Alex Allison is a writer from London. He is the author of two novels, published by Dialogue. His second novel, Greatest of All Time, was released on 30th January 2025. With humo…
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31.Pairing SJM characters for Valentines Day
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42:02In this Episode we're celebrating love with a glass of Bella Rose wine from Bella Grace Winery. Perfect for any romantic occasion. From passionate matches to unexpected duos, we talk about which characters from the ACOTAR and Throne Of Glass series and who we think would make the best couples this Valentines Day.…
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Developing your creative practice with Julia Bird
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31:24In this episode of The Writing Life, writer, poetry programmer, and NCW Academy mentor Julia Bird shares her insights into developing your creative practice. Julia Bird is a highly experienced poetry programmer who has worked for organisations including the Poetry School and The Poetry Society. As a freelancer, she’s worked for literary development…
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🍷📖 Pour Her Stories is back with another sip-worthy book discussion! In this episode, we uncork The Butterfly Effect 2020 Shiraz and dive deep into The Butterfly Garden by Dot Hutchison. Expect an unfiltered conversation filled with suspense, strong female characters, and a dark, twisty plot that will leave you haunted..and possibly disappointed? ⚠…
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SPOILER ALERT!! This episode we're pouring a glass of Eliza Jane, a Sangiovese from DawnsDream winery while we discuss all our thoughts on the complex relationships and character growth in ACOMAF. cheers!By Jenae & Emma
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In this episode of The Writing Life, writer Chloe Dalton shares her insights into writing about nature and landscape. Chloe Dalton is a foreign policy specialist and writer. She spent over a decade working in the UK Parliament and the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, as a special adviser and speechwriter. She now works as a consultant on internatio…
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SPOILERS! Pouring an Italian Wine from Toscano, we discuss each major character in ACOTAR and our thoughts on the series based on the first book. We typically discuss books as a whole, but we naturally decided to judge each character instead. Join us as we dive into each characters personality and compare their weaknesses and strengths. Will our op…
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27. Ranking our favorite Emily Henry characters
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44:53BONUS episode!!! This week we're ranking our favorite Emily Henry characters- from least to greatest, in our opinion- after finally achieving our goal of reading all of her books.By Jenae and Emma
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Writing a festive bestseller with Abiola Bello
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40:05In 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 in books for young people. Her debut YA, 'Love in Winter Wonderland', was published in winter 2022. It…
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Join us as we review Novembers book (The Housemaid by Freeda Mcfadden) and pour a lovely bottle of Trader Joe's finest... a Charles Shaw red blend.By Jenae and Emma
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