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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Stories Behind The Story: Craig Silvey on Writing Challenges, Fatherhood, the Legacy of Jasper Jones, and His Evolving Career
Craig Silvey talks to Cheryl about the challenges he faced while writing his latest book, the ways his children have changed his life, the lasting impact of Jasper Jones, how he began writing books in high school, and how his career has evolved over the years. His newest book, Runt #2: Runt and the Diabolical Dognapping, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind The Story: Garry Disher on Being an Aussie Author, Touring Germany, and What Makes the Hirsch Series Unique
Garry Disher talks to Cheryl about his pride in being an Australian author, his book tours in Germany, what sets his Hirsch series apart from other crime novels, and the complexities of Australia’s police forces. His latest book, Mischance Creek, is out September 30, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stories Behind The Story: Allison Rushby on Writing Across Genres, 25 Years of Storytelling, and the Journey to Slashed Beauties
Allison Rushby talks to Cheryl about the differences between writing historical fantasy and middle grade fiction, her career before becoming an author, 25 years of writing books, and the highs and lows of publishing her latest novel, Slashed Beauties, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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