Kris and Mads

Olivie Blake: The Truth Behind The Atlas Six, Never Feeling Safe, and Getting Weird With Girl Dinner


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In this episode, we sit down with New York Times Bestselling author Olivie Blake, the mastermind behind The Atlas Six, Masters of Death, Alone With You in the Ether, and more. We discuss everything from her transition from indie to traditional publishing, her signature writing style, and the complex psychology woven into her characters. She shares her thoughts on the power of storytelling, why she loves writing about messy yet hopeful characters, and gives us an exclusive sneak peek at her upcoming books: Gifted and Talented (April 2025) and Girl Dinner (October 2025). Plus, find out two truths and a lie about Olivie!

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Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction to Olivie Blake: New York Times Bestselling Author
01:05 – Two Truths and a Lie: Fun Facts About Olivie Blake
03:19 – What Makes a Perfect Book? Olivie Blake's 5-Star Reads
06:14 – From Indie Publishing to Traditional Publishing: Olivie Blake’s Journey
09:16 – How Olivie Blake Developed Her Signature Writing Style
13:12 – Creative Story Structures in Olivie Blake’s Books
17:07 – Exploring Power and Nihilism in The Atlas Six with Olivie Blake
21:13 – Art and Illustration in Olivie Blake's Brand
24:29 – Behind the Scenes of Audiobook Production for Januaries
31:28 – Writing as an Art Form: Olivie Blake on Creative Liberation
35:40 – Vulnerability and Mental Health in Alone With You in the Ether
44:34 – Why Success Doesn’t Make Olivie Blake Feel Safe—Choosing to Be Brave
51:04 – What’s Next for Olivie Blake: Gifted and Talented (April 2025) and Girl Dinner (October 2025)
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