Jack Roney spent 33 years as police officer, serving as a general duties officer, detective, police academy instructor, media advisor and strategic policy officer before retiring to focus full time on writing. His crime fiction is inspired by his real life experiences.
Harry Colfer is a critical care paramedic who’s seen stuff that’ll turn your hair white. His murder mystery and action thriller novels are told through the unique perspective of a paramedic. He has released a series of short stories based on his frontline experiences.
Together, Jack and Harry interview special guests including authors and writing / publishing industry experts to discuss all things fiction writing.
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(Music by Lachlan James)
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Jack Roney spent 33 years as police officer, serving as a general duties officer, detective, police academy instructor, media advisor and strategic policy officer before retiring to focus full time on writing. His crime fiction is inspired by his real life experiences.
Harry Colfer is a critical care paramedic who’s seen stuff that’ll turn your hair white. His murder mystery and action thriller novels are told through the unique perspective of a paramedic. He has released a series of short stories based on his frontline experiences.
Together, Jack and Harry interview special guests including authors and writing / publishing industry experts to discuss all things fiction writing.
Uploads every second Monday.
(Music by Lachlan James)
In conversation with author Diane Clarke (episode 1 of 2)
Genre Fiction Podcast
30 minutes 23 seconds
7 months ago
In conversation with author Diane Clarke (episode 1 of 2)
In this episode, we welcome Brisbane author Diane Clarke who explains how her debut novel 'The Photograph' was inspired by the evacuations of children in London during world war 2 with the plot centred around a missing boy and the discovery of an old photograph which uncovers a dark family secret. Her second novel, 'The Bracelet' is a family drama and murder mystery due for release in March 2025. During the discussion, Diane breaks down her strategies for blending historical facts with fictional storylines and the importance of research to ensure authenticity. Finally, Diane describes her journey to publication, her disappointments, successes and learnings.
So sit back, relax and enjoy!
Genre Fiction Podcast
Jack Roney spent 33 years as police officer, serving as a general duties officer, detective, police academy instructor, media advisor and strategic policy officer before retiring to focus full time on writing. His crime fiction is inspired by his real life experiences.
Harry Colfer is a critical care paramedic who’s seen stuff that’ll turn your hair white. His murder mystery and action thriller novels are told through the unique perspective of a paramedic. He has released a series of short stories based on his frontline experiences.
Together, Jack and Harry interview special guests including authors and writing / publishing industry experts to discuss all things fiction writing.
Uploads every second Monday.
(Music by Lachlan James)
