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In this episode of The Book Deal, hosts Tina Strachan and Madeleine Cleary pull back the curtain on their lives as writers, blending personal stories with creative insights. From kombucha-fueled weekends and quirky hobbies like cross stitching and paint-by-numbers to unexpected adventures and laugh-out-loud moments, they share the real-life rhythms behind the writing.
Listeners get an inside look at their current projects, upcoming book events, and a surprise writing residency on Magnetic Island. Along the way, Tina and Madeleine offer practical tips, relatable anecdotes, and a candid glimpse into the highs and lows of the writing process. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your writing journey, this warm, witty conversation will leave you inspired and entertained.
00:00 Welcome to the Book Deal Podcast
00:43 Saturday Night Vibes
01:13 Crafting and Creativity
02:48 The Importance of Relaxation
08:20 Madeleine's Recent Adventures
21:13 Upcoming Events and Exciting News
25:17 Dreaming of a Tropical Island Retreat
26:23 Vision Boards and Manifesting Success
26:55 Podcast Plans and Exciting Guests
30:51 Balancing Writing and Personal Life
31:48 Part-Time Work and Creative Goals
33:59 Writing Tips and Recommendations
37:29 Struggles and Solutions in Writing
42:30 A Fun and Tangential Chat
44:06 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement
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Tina Strachan children's book author
Madeleine Cleary (@madeleineclearywrites) • Instagram photos and videos
Madeleine Cleary | Author
Natasha Rai (@raiwriting) • Instagram photos and videos
Natasha Rai | Author | Mentor
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By Tina Strachan, Madeleine Cleary & Natasha RaiIn this episode of The Book Deal, hosts Tina Strachan and Madeleine Cleary pull back the curtain on their lives as writers, blending personal stories with creative insights. From kombucha-fueled weekends and quirky hobbies like cross stitching and paint-by-numbers to unexpected adventures and laugh-out-loud moments, they share the real-life rhythms behind the writing.
Listeners get an inside look at their current projects, upcoming book events, and a surprise writing residency on Magnetic Island. Along the way, Tina and Madeleine offer practical tips, relatable anecdotes, and a candid glimpse into the highs and lows of the writing process. Whether you're just starting out or deep into your writing journey, this warm, witty conversation will leave you inspired and entertained.
00:00 Welcome to the Book Deal Podcast
00:43 Saturday Night Vibes
01:13 Crafting and Creativity
02:48 The Importance of Relaxation
08:20 Madeleine's Recent Adventures
21:13 Upcoming Events and Exciting News
25:17 Dreaming of a Tropical Island Retreat
26:23 Vision Boards and Manifesting Success
26:55 Podcast Plans and Exciting Guests
30:51 Balancing Writing and Personal Life
31:48 Part-Time Work and Creative Goals
33:59 Writing Tips and Recommendations
37:29 Struggles and Solutions in Writing
42:30 A Fun and Tangential Chat
44:06 Wrapping Up and Listener Engagement
Join our Patreon community for less than the cost of a coffee per month and support the pod! Your contribution will go to directly paying our sound producer, Brogan, and to help us bring you the conversations with industry professionals you love.
Follow The Book Deal podcast on Instagram The Book Deal podcast (@the_book_deal_podcast) • Instagram photos and videos
You can find out more about Tina, Madeleine and Natasha and follow their journeys here:
Tina Strachan (@td_strachan) • Instagram photos and videos
Tina Strachan children's book author
Madeleine Cleary (@madeleineclearywrites) • Instagram photos and videos
Madeleine Cleary | Author
Natasha Rai (@raiwriting) • Instagram photos and videos
Natasha Rai | Author | Mentor
If you want to stay in the know, sign up to Madeleine, Tina and Natasha's newsletters for the latest news first.
Madeleine: Subscribe here...