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Ask The Author with guest author Casey Nott
May 10, 2026
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Apr 26, 2026
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Apr 12, 2026
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| 5/10/26 | ![]() Ask The Author with guest author Casey Nott | This week's guest is women's fiction author Casey Nott, who has just released her second novel titled Five Stages of Grace. Casey's debut novel Forgotten was published with Hawkeye books in 2024 to great acclaim, and she has followed up with a stunning story drawing from personal experience and adding in her trademark wit, humour and emotion which readers will no doubt lap up. Casey and Jodi have a fun chat about how she accidentally wrote a novel, the challenges of rediscovering herself through writing after becoming a mother, and how she draws from her own very personal experiences and brings them into her fiction. Casey also lets us in on a little secret which may see her coined the naked writer from this moment forward. It's a fabulous in-depth chat full of fun, laughter and poignancy that readers and writers alike will get so much out of. Enjoy this special chat. You can find Camille on her website https://www.caseynott.com/ Or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/caseywritesstories/ And check out Five Stage of Grace here Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed the podcast, please visit https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson to support the podcast. Your kindness helps with the production and hosting costs. You can keep up to date with my own books and happenings you can find me at https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or sign up to my newsletter https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ | — | ||||||
| 4/26/26 | ![]() Ask The Author with guest author Camille Booker | This week's guest is award-winning Australian author Camille Booker. Camille has just released her novel Code Name Funnel Web with Hawkeye Books (April 15, 2026), a gothic historical fiction that will have readers locked in immediately. Jodi and Camille have an in-depth chat about how she began writing, what happens when you take a leap and put your writing out in the world, and how she has evolved from a pantser to a plotter. Camille also shares the intriguing journey of Code Name Funnel Web and how it came to be. This is a must-listen episode for lovers of historical fiction and writers alike. You can find Camille on her website https://www.camillebooker.com/ Or Instagram https://www.instagram.com/camillebookerauthor/ And check out Code Name Funnel Web here Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed the podcast, please visit https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson to support the podcast. Your kindness helps with the production and hosting costs. You can keep up to date with my own books and happenings you can find me at https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or sign up to my newsletter https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ | — | ||||||
| 4/12/26 | ![]() Ask The Author with guest author Leearna Shaw | Season 3 is our guest author era! This week Jodi welcomes debut rural romance author Leearna Shaw to the show. Leearna's first rural romance, A Farm in Golden Clouds was released on March 31st 2026 and is already going gangbusters. Jodi and Leearna have a great conversation about finding your writing voice once you find your genre, what it feels like to realise your book is going to be published, the editing process and the importance of setting. She also shares who her favourite character was to write in A Farm in Golden Clouds. Enjoy this fabulous chat with Leearna Shaw. To find out more about Leearna and her books you will find her at https://www.leearnashaw.com.au as well as on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/leearna.shaw.author/ A Farm in Golden Clouds is out now in all formats online and in store. Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed the podcast, please visit https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson to support the podcast which helps with the production and hosting costs. You can keep up to date with my own books and happenings you can find me at https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or sign up to my newsletter https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ | — | ||||||
| 3/29/26 | ![]() Ask The Author with guest author Joanne Tracey | Season 3 of the podcast is our guest author era! This episode Jodi chats with fellow Indie author, Joanne Tracey who has published 17 books to date. Jodi and Jo chat about being an indie author, writing across genres, and the importance of allowing yourself to follow your creativity in different ways. It's a brilliant chat that covers so much more and I'm sure you will all enjoy. You can find Joanne Tracey at her website https://joannetracey.com where you'll find all her books. You can also follow Jo on Substack where she shares loads of baking ideas, travel adventures and book news. https://storycrumbs.substack.com/ Jo is also on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/joanne_tracey_author/ Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed the podcast, please visit https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson to support the podcast which helps with the production and hosting costs. You can keep up to date with my own books and happenings you can find me at https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or sign up to my newsletter https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ | — | ||||||
| 3/15/26 | ![]() Ask The Author with guest author Libby Iriks | Ask the Author is now in season 3 - the guest author era! This week, Jodi chats with Australian author of small-town romance, Libby Iriks, whose debut novel Home to the Heart Country was released in late 2025. Libby shares her roundabout path to writing and publishing, chats candidly about bringing such personal experiences into her characters, and, of course, answers the hot 3 questions. You can find Libby Iriks on Instagram @libbyiriks and her novel, Home To The Heart Country, is out now in-store and online. Thank you for listening. If you enjoyed the podcast, please visit https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson to support the podcast which helps with the production and hosting costs. You can keep up to date with my own books and happenings you can find me at https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or sign up to my newsletter https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ | — | ||||||
| 3/1/26 | ![]() Ask The Author with guest author Olivia Tolich | Welcome to season 3 of the Ask The Author podcast. This season the podcast enters a new era. We're in our guest author era! That's right, each epiosde, Jodi will interview a guest author and chat about everything from their path to publication, writing process, creativity, and so much more. Our first guest this season is debut Aussie author Olivia Tolich. Olivia's debut romcom "Side Character Energy" has just been released, (Feb 2026) and Jodi asks all the juicey questions from how she started writing, to how she got her book deal. Olivia also shares her writing process, how creativity is an important part of who she is, and Olivia answers the hot 3. Three questions that all writers want answers to. What are they? Listen and find out. You can find Olivia Tolich on Instagram @oliviatolich and her debut romcom "Side Character Energy" is out now. Thank you for listening. If you enjoy the podcast, please consider buying me a copy to help with the production and hosting costs of the podcast. Please visit https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson to support the podcast. And if you want to follow along you will find me on Instagram @jfgibsonwriter or on my website www.jfgibson.com.au | — | ||||||
| 8/10/25 | ![]() 101: Holly Brunnbauer Guest Author Special Episode | I'm back with a very special episode featuring debut romcom author Holly Brunnbauer. Holly's debut novel What Did I Miss? was released in July by Harper Collins. It's a fun, vibrant, and engaging romcom filled with heart and humour. Holly joins me in this very special episode about her path to publication, her writing process, and shares her experience as a debut romcom author in 2025. Holly Brunnbauer https://www.hollybrunnbauer.com.au/ What Did I Miss? Buy Here: https://www.hollybrunnbauer.com.au/whatdidimiss Follow Holly on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/hollybrunnbauer Keep up with what's happening in the world of writing & publishing with me on Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 7/20/25 | ![]() 100: All the tips you ever needed | It's our 100th episode and I'm so excited to share with you all the tips you ever needed. A mish-mash of tips from past pocast guest and various writing peeps all in one jam packed episode. A huge thank you to everyone who has ever listened along the way. I'm so grateful that you've emraced and enjoyed the podcast. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 7/13/25 | ![]() 99: How to find your author voice | In this week's episode I'm chatting about how to find your author voice. 'Author voice' is something that can be hard to explain to those new to writing and it can often be confusing as if you need to find it before you start which of course you don't. Your author voice develops over time. Listen up to find out wha the author voice means, and what things can you do to help you find and develop your own. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach to me on Substack, just search for Jodi Gibson. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 7/6/25 | ![]() 98: Why creativity is important now more than ever | This week I have some a little different for you. I like to think of it as a pep talk. Ten minutes of inspiration to get you energised and motivated if you're feeling a little low or a little stuck. I'm going to share with you an essay I wrote recently on Substack about creativity and the importance of owning your creativity, and why, now more than ever it's important to do so. I hope you enjoy this bite-sized creative pep talk! Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish or on my substack all about creativity https://nestcreativity.substack.com/ You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show and I really appreciate your support. Until next week, Jodi | — | ||||||
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| 6/29/25 | ![]() 97: Should I write romantasy? | Romantasy is the 'it girl' right now. Everyone is talking about it. It's all over BookTok and readers can't seem to get enough of it. But does that mean YOU should write it too? I'm approaching this as a bit of a broarder questions - should I write to trend? Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. The 100th episode is coming up very soon, so don't miss it! And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 6/22/25 | ![]() 96: What's the difference between a manuscript assessment and a structural/developmental edit? | This week we're looking at the difference between a manuscript assessment and a structural or developmental edit. If you're at the stage where you're ready for someone else's eyes on your manuscript then this is a must-listen episode. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so it's greatly appreciated! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 6/15/25 | ![]() 95: How do I know when my book is finished? | This week I am answering a listener question from Lisa who wants to know how to know when your novel is finished. It's a great question and I'm sharing three scenarios on when you know and what you should do from there. If you enjoyed this episode don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast and share to your lovely writer friends. You can also find about the services I mention in the intro via this link https://www.jfgibson.com.au/store And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ , or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 6/8/25 | ![]() 94: How to manage your expectations as a new author | If you're a new author seeking a traditional publishing deal it's important to learn about the industry you're wanting to be a part of. Today I'm sharing three tips on how to manage your expectations as a new author specifically if you're trad publishing. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 6/1/25 | ![]() 93: 3 Practical Tips for When You're Stuck in the Messy Middle of Your Novel | This week I'm sharing three tips to help you move through the murky waters of the messy middle of your novel. We'll all need to do it at some point so these 3 tips can help you through. Apologies for the ending of this week's epiosde, I have had dramas with my podcasting software which were frustrating. The main part of the episode is fine so I decided to publish with the outro levels not 100% rather than skip this week. Thanks for listening. Don't forget to like, share, subscribe and do all the things. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. You can find more about me and my writing at www.jfgibson.com.au or on Substack just search for Jodi Gibson author! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 5/25/25 | ![]() 92: 3 Things I'd do Differently if I was Starting Out Today | This week Jodi shares three things she'd do differently if she were starting out as an author right now compared to when she first published her debut novel in 2019. It's only six years, but so much has changed in the publishing landscape over that time plus experience builds wisdom. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 5/18/25 | ![]() 91: Pitching vs Querying and Synopsis vs Blurb | In this week's episode Jodi answers a question from a reader who asks what's the difference between pitching and querying, and also, how are the synopsis and the blurb different. These are great questions for those perhaps new to writing and publishing and who are just starting out learning about the ins and outs of the author game. Also on this week's episode Jodi talks about creative burnout and how as creatives we need to be gentle with ourselves. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/ or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 5/11/25 | ![]() 90: What is the Domino Effect in storytelling? | We've all seen those mesmerizing dominoes falling and creating a pretty pattern as they fall. But what has that got to do with storytelling? It's all about cause and effect. And that's what I'm chatting about this week. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a questions you'd like answered or a topic you'd like covered on the podcast, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ where you'll also find lots more on writing, publishing, and all things bookish! You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 5/4/25 | ![]() 89: Why I left Instagram | This week is a bit more of a personal one in that I'm sharing the reasons behind my saying 'see ya later!' to Instagram. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a question you'd like answered, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ for lots more on writing, publishing, books and more. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 4/27/25 | ![]() 88: 6 Writing Rules You Should Break | We've all heard the many and varied Writing Rules floating around. When it comes to rules, I like to see them more as guidelines, but these are some that I feel you can break and maybe even should break. I'm sharing six of them in today's episode. Let me know what you think! Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a question you'd like answered, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or subscribe to my Substack https://bookishwithjodigibson.substack.com/ for lots more on writing, publishing, books and more. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 4/20/25 | ![]() 87: Four Quick Fire Questions! | Today's episode is a little different in that I'm tackling four questions from four different listeners. What is an author platform? Is it just your social media following? Does your social media following count when you're pitching a novel? What is the difference between a romantic fiction book and romance book? Is it worthwhile pursuing writing and publication? I hope you enjoy the episode and remember if you have a question don't hesitate to reach out via my website www.jfgibson.com.au or on Substack www.writesquadcommunity.substack.com Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on www.ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too if you so wish! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 4/13/25 | ![]() 86: Does Social Media Sell Books? | Does social media sell books? It's complicated. In this episode I'm sharing my thoughts and experiences on this very topic. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a burning questions you'd like answered, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on Instagram where you'll find me @jfgibsonwriter subscribe to my Substack https://writesquadcommunity.substack.com/ for lots more on writing, publishing, books and more. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 4/6/25 | ![]() 85: Genre Essentials Wrap Up | This week I'm wrapping up the genre essentials series with some essential information and takeaways on writing commercial genre fiction. If you haven't listened to the genre specific episodes, head back and take a listen, then pop back here for the wrap up. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a burning questions you'd like answered, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on Instagram where you'll find me @jfgibsonwriter subscribe to my Substack https://writesquadcommunity.substack.com/ for lots more on writing, publishing, books and more. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 3/30/25 | ![]() 84: Genre Essentials Writing Sci Fi or Fantasy | Yet another episode in the Genre Essentials series, and the last Genre Specific episode, this time we're chatting about Sci-Fi and Fantasy. And before you yell at me, yes I know they are two different genres! But bear with me, while I explain why I have lumped them together for the purposes of this episode. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a burning questions you'd like answered, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on Instagram where you'll find me @jfgibsonwriter subscribe to my Substack https://writesquadcommunity.substack.com/ for lots more on writing, publishing, books and more. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
| 3/23/25 | ![]() 83: Genre Essentials Writing Thrillers | Are you writing or wanting to write a thriller novel? A story that creates dread, foreboding and danger for your main character? A story that will keep your reader up late at night unable to stop reading and unable to turn off the light when they do? Then you need to listen to this episode where I share my do and don't guidelines for writing a great thriller novel. Thriller readers want a certain something out of a thriller novel, so you better make sure you deliver. Don't forget to like and subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss an episode. And if you have a burning questions you'd like answered, please email through my contact form on my website https://www.jfgibson.com.au/, or reach out on Instagram where you'll find me @jfgibsonwriter subscribe to my Substack https://writesquadcommunity.substack.com/ for lots more on writing, publishing, books and more. You can also support the podcast by buying me a coffee on https://ko-fi.com/jodigibson Your support helps with the hosting and production costs of the show, so thank you. And, you'll get a shout out on the next episode too! Happy listening (and writing)! Jodi | — | ||||||
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