
The Book Deal
Motivation and inspiration for emerging writers, helping them pave their own pathway to publishing success.
Podcasting since 2024 • 22 episodes
The Book Deal
Latest Episodes
Debut Panel: Emma Pignatiello, Kate Horan and Marion Taffe on book deals, writing tips and launch feelings
2025 Debut Authors on book deals, how to debut, writing tips and launch feelingsIn this episode of the Book Deal Podcast, Madeleine Cleary delve into the journeys of three 2025 debut authors, Kate Horan, Emma Pignatiello, and Marion Taff...
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The Takeover: from poetry to prose with Christine Shamista
In this episode of the Book Deal Podcast, Natasha Rai hosts Christine Shamista, a poet of Sri Lankan Tamil ancestry living in Sydney. Christine shares her journey to publishing her debut poetry collection, 'Soft Side of Red,' released in Novemb...
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Episode 20
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Author/Illustrator Dean Rankine on what it takes to make a career out of your craft
In this episode of The Book Deal Podcast, hosts Tina Strachan interviews Dean Rankine, a renowned author-illustrator best known for his work on iconic franchises such as The Simpsons, Futurama, and Rick and Morty. Dean shares his journey from a...
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Tina Strachan on how to win a competition, secure a three-book-deal and release a debut novel
Welcome to Season 2!! In this episode of The Book Deal Podcast, hosts Tina Strachan and Madeleine Cleary return for the second season with a bang. They discuss the exciting launch of their debut novels, starting with Tina's 'Neeka and th...
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Episode 18
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The Debut Year in Review with picture book author Kirsten Ealand
In this episode of 'The Book Deal Podcast,' host Tina Strachan interviews picture book author Kirsten Ealand, discussing her debut book 'Like a Gannet,' her writing journey, and the challenges and surprises of her debut year. Kirsten shares inv...
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