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“I absolutely love the authenticity from which Valerie leads her episodes and guides guests through relatable exchanges. New topics (like romance fraud) and interesting conversations helps light the spark that anything is possible. Thank you!”
Claudia-Sam via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/13/24
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“You ask the real questions that make this podcast always surprising and informative as a writer, there’s always a little nugget of insight, thanks Val”
Annika JJ via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/05/23
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“I’ve been listening to this amazing podcast for almost 2 years. Listening to other writers makes me feel like I’m part of the club: the invisible “writer’s club”.
Somehow, I’m allowed to vicariously live through the experiences of other writers. I share in their struggle and successes. And most...”Read full review »
CiciaMisiu via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/16/23
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“I love this podcast so much!!!”
📖📚✏️Etch via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/27/23
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“This weekly podcast is my “me time” and it keeps me sane. I love word of the week, Valerie has such humour and warmth in the way she speaks, as if she’s just having a conversation with you as you go about your day listening. The authors featured come from such varied backgrounds and their work...”Read full review »
Lappys via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/06/23
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“One of my favourite writing podcasts. The host, Valerie, is very warm and engaging, and fantastic at interviewing the raft of skilled authors she has on the show. I strongly recommend to any aspiring authors out there!”
AlisonGurr via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/04/23
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“This podcast has supported me and encouraged me for a couple of years now. I was trying to make the transition from 2 decades of scientific writing into the creative writing world and came across Valerie and her many talented guest writers with their helpful tips. Just what I needed to help me...”Read full review »
lectoraSatisfecha22 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/25/23
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“Awesome guests — a few episodes in and I’ve already had some super valuable takeaways. Really happy I found this. Subscribed and will be adding this to my future rotation!
Thanks for the show!”
T&M1985 via Apple Podcasts ·
South Africa ·
03/16/23
“This podcast is a recent discovery and I’ve enjoyed binge listening to many episodes over the past few days. Valerie’s interviewing style is smooth and conversational, and the authors take the lead in the way they describe their work and their latest books. I’ve loved having these inside peeps...”Read full review »
NaomiP13 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/16/23
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“I’m today’s podcast with Kerri Sackville, I learned that not all writers are novelists. Who knew? I thought all writers were aspiring novelists. You never know what gems of writing wisdom you pick up on this podcast.”
nlship via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/19/22
“Hi Valerie and Allison, thanks for the great podcasts. I had listened to a few on my saturday morning walks to the dog beach with Goliath or Golly as we like to call him and was eager to go back and listen to all the early ones. Well be careful what you wish for because you just might get it. I...”Read full review »
nickywaywrites via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/27/21
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“I’ve been listening to the podcast for a couple of years now. I really like the author interviews and always find something of interest, even if it’s not my genre. It’s also great to hear Australian accents, and two people who obviously like each other having a good time. What prompted me to...”Read full review »
Suebren via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/25/21
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“As a fledgling writer I began listening to this podcast to see if there was anything useful in it for me. I have not been disappointed!! Hearing Val and Al’s guests and writers in residence share their stories, ideas, struggles and insecurities on the road to publication gives me the confidence...”Read full review »
Brylee May via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/11/21
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“SO, I’ve just signed up for ‘blogging4beginners’ at Australian Writers Centre & was sat up in bed last night w pen & scrap paper, drawing boxes (tab titles); article titles and ideas; pondering my PURPOSE; speaking to WHOM - and, darest I dream…perchance in time, earn HOW-by, and,
though...”Read full review »
WFFME via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/20/21
“Valerie and Allison bring you great authors to learn more about the writing journey”
Alexstrath1 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/21
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“If this podcast were a book, it would be a NY Times bestseller.
It has a clear, distinctive voice (two, in fact).
Well-rounded main characters.
A solid structure without a saggy middle (unless you ask Al, who may suggest skimming through Word of the Week).
And it challenges me to think...”Read full review »
lydchar via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/20/21
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“I’m 14 years old and love writing so stumbling upon this podcast was a great blessing! I am interested in publishing my work so listening to interviews with the writing community and minisodes are super helpful when I have writers block or am feeling drained! Val and Al are the best podcasting...”Read full review »
lesterlocke144 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/05/21
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“This is a recent podcast discovery of mine and it’s become utterly addictive. It’s now part of my every week and (almost) every day (I’m working on eliminating the ‘almost’). As a writer, this is brilliant, motivating and informative. But as a reader, it’s sublime as it reveals the inside stories...”Read full review »
Jimmy Bond Mister Bond via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/27/21
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“I’m enjoying the ‘in between episodes.’ I’m an Aussie living overseas and these stories and conversations help keep me in touch with home.”
JasonD2951 via Apple Podcasts ·
Japan ·
02/01/21
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“This fabulous podcast keeps me inspired offering a mixture of writing skills & the hilarious banter of Val & Al brings light to any dark day.”
Frompador via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/22/21
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“Alright, so the actual INTERVIEWS are really good, and I enjoy them. But the lead ups? They go for half an hour of just those two woman chatting on about their personal lives, and it is not interesting AT ALL. I recommend skipping straight to the good interviews.”
NyPie13 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/09/21
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“Such a fantastic podcast for writers. Every episode I learn something useful in regards to writing practices, things to consider when planning and writing a book, and also what to expect from the publishing industry. I get more out of these podcasts than I do my creative writing classes at uni.”
JennaPretzel via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/14/20
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“I’ve been binging on this the past few months and it is one of my favourite podcasts. I run my own book review blog, The Book Muse and have been trying to apply some of the advice to that and my other writing. It is one of the best podcasts. I’m Team Chocolate and I love the Word of the Week. I...”Read full review »
Gobbledefunk22222 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/02/20
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“I listen to Al and Val very morning on my walks. I love hearing what these gals are up to each week. Sorry Val, I’m team chocolate. I laugh at Al’s reaction to Val’s word of the week and was thrilled to hear my name mentioned a couple of months ago after I sent in the word Uxorious.
The...”Read full review »
Joanne VanR via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/28/20
“I loved the Clare Bowditch episode but the lead up was rough. One of these women is snappy and so unkind to her cohost. Aren’t they wanting to support one another if they make a mistake ?
I’ll be listening but skipping through the beginning.”
Jojomac44pins via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
09/27/20
“I started listening to this podcast again in June when I felt secure to turn my GPS off after starting at a new school out of the city. Boy did I miss Val and Al!! I now listen to every current episode and in between I am listening to all the backlog episodes. I listen on the way to school and...”Read full review »
Valerie.Giselle via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/21/20
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“Thanks for this awesome podcast.
I can’t believe that last year I had never listened to any podcasts let alone this, the best podcast in existence.
A car trip alone without it leaves me as jittery and desperate as an addict so fortunately I can listen to the extensive backlog of recordings when...”Read full review »
Priscilla Hocking via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/16/20
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“Val and Al. I just love listening to you on my way to work everyday. I have done a couple of courses with AWC and every time I listen to your podcast I am a more inspired to write. There are so many thing I hear that I need to write down but writing while driving is illegal so I have to listen...”Read full review »
Lyn Tweed via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
08/12/20
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“Thank you Valerie and Alison for such a wonderful podcast series. I listen to it each morning on my walk along the river. The time passes swiftly, I’m learning so much about writing and it’s entertaining as well. And there are hundreds of episodes to go. Often I can’t wait to get home to put the...”Read full review »
Shelley Dark via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
07/23/20
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“My daily commute has gone from 30 minutes to 120. I was lamenting the loss of writing time, but now I can still be productive on the drive to work by listening to this fantastic podcast. The hosts are funny and intelligent, the interviewees come from a wide range of backgrounds, and I’m learning...”Read full review »
Notimetostudy via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/27/20
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“I discovered your podcast a few years ago when my last child went off to school. A journalist and unpublished author, I was so excited to get back to work but found myself flailing, unsure about my skills after a long break raising children and feeling the self-imposed pressure to start earning...”Read full review »
Case ( choppa ) via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/23/20
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“Hi Val and Al
I simply love your podcast and your sound advice on writing and life. Hopefully you will get a giggle that I have found the bum glue! The two storage boxes that contained my completed freehand first draft of a novel (many moons ago) are currently being typed up.
I’m reinventing...”Read full review »
KirstyTyler via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/10/20
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“I just started listening to this when I saw that you guys interviewed my favorite author! I got sucked in and I am loving all of these podcasts!”
Petteri.Harlove.♥ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/08/20
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“With the world at a stand still recently, I am walking more km’s. I’m in Australia, so I am lucky to have that luxury. Years ago, I did a course at the Australian Writers Centre that threw fuel on my writing passion, and Valerie Khoo entered my atmosphere. I follow her and Alison on Facebook and...”Read full review »
Tracey Writes via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/04/20
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“I fell out of love - or more so out of practice - with reading and writing for a long time. There are so many other things competing for your attention, aren’t there...
I have recently started to get back into them (thank goodness) and stumbled across your podcast. What a delight it is to...”Read full review »
evanq96 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
05/28/20
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“Hello! Think you it’s very interesting nice and clear for me as a one without mother language English 😄✨”
barak1989 via Apple Podcasts ·
Israel ·
05/06/20
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“Hi Val and Al
Just wanted to say a huge thank you for your fantastic podcast. I’ve just finished the first draft of my YA novel and owe a large part of getting the 69 000 words on the page to Al who was in my head of late saying ‘you gotta show up’. I GSD! Thank you 😄”
Hoople555555555554 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
04/27/20
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“I love listening to your entertaining musings about all things associated with the craft or is it the ‘art’ of writing. Val’s passionate and, at times, dogmatic views are well tempered by Alison’s pragmatic, measured tones. Keep up the great work ladies! I have 5 years of banter and interviews...”Read full review »
Doer01 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/26/20
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“Val and Al accompany my writerly walks, inspiring my growth as an author from newbie with a notebook, to querying for an agent. I dream of being your novelist interview one day (I’m working on my top 3 writing tips). Many thanks from Shannon Anima, Blue Mountains and British Columbia”
@shannonanima via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
02/23/20
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“I first tuned into "So You Want To Be A Writer" podcast when my kids were all in high school, and I was spending a lot of time driving them here and there. I listened to Val and Al chit chat about all things writing while I was trying to figure out what I would do when I was no longer...”Read full review »
Colleen in the Car (USA) via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/17/20
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“Every week, when I see the new SYWTBAW pod pop up in my library, my heart skips a little beat. I look forward to Val’s exuberant giggles and Al’s dry wit, and hang on every writing tidbit they feed me. This podcast has been the catalyst for my newfound passion for all things writing, and led me...”Read full review »
Nindm via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/31/20
“I really owe it to this podcast for providing the inspiration I needed to get me through writing the first and second drafts of my novel. Whenever I started second guessing my abilities or feeling like nothing was working, I’d pop on an episode of this podcast and tune in for some truly great...”Read full review »
LukeDR91 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/13/20
“Prior to relocating to the UK four years’ ago, I hadn’t missed an episode of your podcast. But then a busy London work schedule intervened, and I used my commute to write, and eventually land an agent. This year I found myself disillusioned, as despite some encouraging and lengthy rejections, my...”Read full review »
NineTypesOfCheese via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
12/23/19
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“Dear Al and Val,
Thank you for this powerful podcast 🤗
I listen on my morning walks in the mountains in Tbilisi.
You give me inspiration for writing my book about my life as an expat and a traveler here in the Caucasus.
I truly enjoy your knowledge sharing spiced with humorous honesty from...”Read full review »
Tanja i Tbilisi via Apple Podcasts ·
Denmark ·
12/15/19
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