In this engaging episode, hosts Kate and Michelle sit down with bestselling writer Sam Blake to dive deep into her world of storytelling, mentorship, and literary success.

They kick things off by swapping book recommendations and discussing what’s currently on their reading lists.

Sam opens up about her role as a mentor to aspiring authors, her involvement in the popular writing resource Writing.ie, and how she balances writing, mentoring, and her duties as the chair of the Society of Authors—advocating for fair pay and support for writers everywhere.

The conversation takes a thrilling turn as Sam shares eerie experiences from staying in a haunted hotel and the exciting details of her young adult novels. Fans of crime fiction won’t want to miss Sam’s sneak peek into her upcoming adult novel.

Finally, they discuss the highly anticipated Murder One Crime Writing Festival and the path to achieving success in the literary world, where Sam emphasises the importance of seizing opportunities and creating them when necessary.

Tune in for a fascinating episode packed with bookish insights, practical writing tips, and a behind-the-scenes look at the world of crime writing!

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