Author of seven novels, Don E McGregor talks about his recently released book, "Octavian's Light". He shares his interest in ancient Rome, particularly the rise of Augustus, and the inspiration behind his writing. Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

Academic turned crime novelist, Dr Marie Connolly talks about her gripping murder mystery "Dark Sky" set in the beautiful Mackenzie Country, and generously shares what goes into writing convincing crime fiction. Hosted by Rachel Dore and produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

A conversation about reading and writing with an author, or someone who works in editing or publishing, hosted by Rachel Dore and produced by Manwatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

Mandy Hager is a multi-award winning writer of fiction for young adults. In 2019 she was awarded the Margaret Mahy Medal for life-time achievement and a distinguished contribution to New Zealand’s literature for young people. Ijn this week's episode, Mandy talks about her latest gritty young adult novel, Gracehopper.

Children's book author, Juliette MacIvor has more than 20 books to her credit, including popular rhyming picture books, bursting with colourful characters, and the three-book chapter book series about the adventures of Fealan the vegetarian wolf.

A conversation about reading and writing with an author, or someone who works in editing or publishing, hosted by Rachel Dore and produced by Manwatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

Copyright Licensing NZ chief executive Sam Irvine talks about a recently launched service to help local writers and artists protect their creative rights.

A conversation about reading and writing with an author, or someone who works in editing or publishing, hosted by Rachel Dore and produced by Manwatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. This week: Scriptwriter, film creator, and executive producer of NZ and international tv shows and films, Gavin Strawhan talks about writing and his debut crime novel, The Call.

Author Karen McMillan talks about her new historical novel "Turbulent threads" set in 1890s Dunedin and Larnach's Castle.

A conversation about reading and writing with an author, or someone who works in editing or publishing, hosted by Rachel Dore and produced by Manwatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. This week, Rachel talks to Helen Vivienne Fletcher – author of children’s fiction and speculative fiction, spoken word poet, actor, short story writer, writing mentor and tutor, playwright and theatre producer, and creative advocate for inclusivity in the Arts.

A conversation about reading and writing with an author, or someone who works in editing or publishing, hosted by Rachel Dore and produced by Manwatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.

A conversation about reading and writing with an author, or someone who works in editing or publishing, hosted by Rachel Dore and produced by Manwatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air. This week: Award winning non-fiction author, Robert Peden talks about his new book, Nailed Boots and Crinoline Gowns – Women on the rural frontier in 19th century New Zealand