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Hi, I'm Wayne Kelly, a writer, podcast host and coach. I love to help writers develop their skills and get their books and stories out into the world.
In this episode of The Write Place Podcast, I’m joined by crime writer Roxie Key to discuss her brilliant debut novel The Deadly Spark, a character-driven blend of psychological suspense and police procedural.
We get into the real story behind Roxie’s writing journey—from 50+ rejections to a dream agent sliding into her DMs, and how she went from almost giving up to having a book deal and a growing readership. Roxie shares how a childhood phobia became the central theme of her novel, why she chose to write a diverse cast of characters, and how she balances writing with family life and a full-time job.
We also talk about:
Roxie is warm, honest and funny, and this chat is packed with insight for any writer trying to stay motivated and get their words out into the world.
🎙️ Links and resources:
📚 Check out The Deadly Spark – available now in the UK, US and Canada:
Roxie's Author Website - https://roxiekey.com
💌 Join the writing community newsletter and get your FREE Write or Die Survival Kit: http://bit.ly/writeordiesignup
📚 Get 25% off any of my courses by using the code WRITEPLACE25 at checkout - more info here.
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review the show wherever you get your podcasts.
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The Call Back is currently only £3.99/$3.99! Check it out here.
Hi, I'm Wayne Kelly, a writer, podcast host and coach. I love to help writers develop their skills and get their books and stories out into the world.
In this episode of The Write Place Podcast, I’m joined by crime writer Roxie Key to discuss her brilliant debut novel The Deadly Spark, a character-driven blend of psychological suspense and police procedural.
We get into the real story behind Roxie’s writing journey—from 50+ rejections to a dream agent sliding into her DMs, and how she went from almost giving up to having a book deal and a growing readership. Roxie shares how a childhood phobia became the central theme of her novel, why she chose to write a diverse cast of characters, and how she balances writing with family life and a full-time job.
We also talk about:
Roxie is warm, honest and funny, and this chat is packed with insight for any writer trying to stay motivated and get their words out into the world.
🎙️ Links and resources:
📚 Check out The Deadly Spark – available now in the UK, US and Canada:
Roxie's Author Website - https://roxiekey.com
💌 Join the writing community newsletter and get your FREE Write or Die Survival Kit: http://bit.ly/writeordiesignup
📚 Get 25% off any of my courses by using the code WRITEPLACE25 at checkout - more info here.
🎧 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate and review the show wherever you get your podcasts.
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