Date With A Debut is a podcast hosted by writer Nick Wasiliev: shining a light on debut authors, their incredible books, and their journeys to publication.

This week, I sit down with Geoff Parkes to discuss his debut novel, When the Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole.

WARNING: This book contains intense subject matter, including instances of abuse and violence. Reader discretion is advised.

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BOOKS:

Debut Feature:

When the Deep, Dark Bush Swallows You Whole / Geoff Parkes: https://bit.ly/3ZI3s6W

Other Books Mentioned:

Travelling / Ann Powers: https://bit.ly/3ZwM4lV

Trainspotting / Irvine Welsh: https://bit.ly/43TZ2fR

One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest / Ken Kesey: https://bit.ly/3T0mPo5

Catch 22 / Joseph Heller: https://bit.ly/4dDtn5z

PRODUCTION NOTES:

Host: Nick Wasiliev

Guest: Geoff Parkes

Editing & Production: Nick Wasiliev

Podcast Theme: ‘Chill’ by Sakura Hz

Production Code: 3:5

Episode Number: #39

Additional Credits: Dani Vee (Words & Nerds), Tessa Robinson, Grace Howe (Penguin Random House Australia)

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