Frankie is locked in a room with Simon Kernick, author of You All Die Tonight, to find out why this book was so hard to write, how to make trauma productive and just how much he values a good meal. You can follow Simon on Instagram at @simon_kernick or on Facebook at @SimonKernick. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Foll…

Frankie is in right place at the right time with David Goodman, author of A Reluctant Spy, to discuss his journey into writing spy fiction from sci-fi, why using YouTube for research is worth a shot and how he fits writing in around a full-time job. Visit David's website at www.davidgoodman.net. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@…

Frankie is putting the pieces together with Clea Koff, author of Silent Evidence, to learn all about how her incredible career as a forensic anthropologist has influenced her fiction writing, her life-long fascination with bones and how sharing her real-life trauma with her characters has helped her to move on from fear. Want to talk books? Email u…

Frankie is going under the knife with Emma Bamford, author of Eye of the Beholder, to find out about the influence of Hitchcock's Vertigo on the book, the power of a slow burn, her approach to writing fictions vs. non-fiction and the best teabags. Follow Emma on Instagram at @emmavbamford. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.…

The stakes are high as Frankie chats to Stuart Neville, author of Blood Like Mine, about why everything always comes down to character and emotion, the ups and downs of the unspoken contract between the writer and the reader, the best way to cook a steak and a preview of the most "nihilistic line he's ever written in his life". Follow Stuart on Twi…

Frankie is next in line with Bella Mackie, author of What a Way to Go, to discuss the importance of laughing at your misfortunes, why we're always rooting for the anti-hero and our endless fascination with the filthy rich. Follow Bella on Instagram at @mackie_bella. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagr…

Frankie is laying out with Charlotte Philby, author of The End of Summer, to discuss flattering literary comparisons, how her family history has influenced her stories and why you should always keep everything you write. Oh, and the legacy of the much-missed More Magazine. Follow Charlotte on Instagram at @charlotte_philby. Want to talk books? Emai…

Frankie is searching the woods with Dan Malakin, author of The Wreckage of Us, to find out his approach to writing about complex subjects such as coercive control, how he balances writing while working a full-time job and the enduring influence of Columbo on his work. Follow Dan on Twitter at @DanMalakin and Instagram. Want to talk books? Email us …

Frankie is going to dark places with Sam Holland, author of The Puppet Master, to discuss what makes a psychopath, the importance of dogs in her new series and the joys of local research. Follow Sam on Twitter at @SamHollandBooks and Instagram at @samhollandbooks, or visit her website at www.samhollandbooks.com. Want to talk books? Email us at read…

Frankie is stalking the Newcastle streets with Trevor Wood, author of The Silent Killer, to find out how Nadina Matheson inspired his latest book, learn about how real-life medical developments have impacted his protagonist's story and the perfect recipe for a comforting mid-week dinner. Follow Trevor on Twitter at @TrevorWoodWrite and Facebook at …

This week on The 4th Qtr Sarah Karaoglu and Catherine Cox are joined by Hannah Mundy and Georgie Horjus to preview the 2024 SSN Grand Final… Tracey Neville also joins to chat about her move to the Mavericks, the culture of success at the Thunderbirds and the upcoming England series. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Frankie is heading up north to bring you all of the best bits from the Harrogate Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2024. A HUGE thank you to the following folks for helping to make this wild ride of an episode happen: Ruth Ware, Katie, Lisa and everyone at Ed PR, the whole team at Harrogate, Suk Pannu, T.M. Logan, J.M. Hall, Ian Moore, …

This week on The 4th Qtr Kelsey Browne and Madison Browne join the panel to preview the preliminary final. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

Frankie is on trial with Kate Foster, author of The King's Witches, to discuss the real history at the heart of her fiction, why stories of "witchcraft" endure and the mind-blowing true story that has inspired her next book. Follow Kate on Instagram at @katefosterauthor and Twitter at @katefostermedia. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedp…

It’s finals time! Sarah Karaoglu and Cath Cox are joined by star midcourters Laura Scherian and Mahalia Cassidy to unpack the Suncorp Super Netball Major and Minor Semi-Final showdowns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

This week on The 4th Qtr Hulita Veve joins the panel to talk about the Firebirds overcoming a tumultuous year and her decision to extend. Dylan Nexhip and Catherine Healey also joined the conversation to debate Netball's biggest talking points as we head into the final round of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Frankie has found Kellye Garrett, author of Missing White Woman, live and in-person to discuss her journey through writing, why she doesn't let trauma define her characters, her secret to the best mash potatoes and so much more! Our conversation was recorded backstage at Capital Crime 2024, so please excuse the audio quality and background noise. F…

This week on The 4th Qtr Hulita Veve joins the panel to talk about the Firebirds overcoming a tumultuous year and her decision to extend. Dylan Nexhip and Catherine Healey also joined the conversation to debate Netball's biggest talking points as we head into the final round of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

This week on The 4th Qtr Sarah Karaoglu is joined by Australia Mens captain Dylan Nexhip and Sports journalist Cat Healey to debate who will make the finals race for fourth on the ladder and to unpack the second last round of the regular SSN season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Frankie is future-gazing with Jo Callaghan, author of In the Blink of an Eye and Leave No Trace, to discuss how much "luck" can play a part in publishing, the impact of AI on the industry and how to balance life and full-time job with writing. Follow Jo on Twitter at @JoCallaghanKat. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Fo…

With finals approaching Sarah Karaoglu takes a look around the SSN at the sleeping giants and contenders at the top. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

Frankie is going down under with Sally Hepworth, author of Darling Girls, to discuss the importance of positive representation of neurodivergence in literature, changing the conversation on "villains" and how she managed not to fold under the pressure of laundry-gate. Follow Sally on Instagram at @sallyhepworth or visit her website at www.sallyhepw…

This week on The 4th Qtr Sarah Karaoglu is joined by Dylan Nexhip and new Firebirds co-coach Katie Walker to talk about the current situation at the Firebirds and what her appointment means for the rest of 2024... Erin Delahunty also joins the panel to unpack the coaching Exodus at the Firebirds and discuss the best possible replacement for Samanth…

Frankie is setting sail with the iconic Commander Kate Mosse, author of The Ghost Ship and so many more incredible books, to find out the inspiration behind the latest chapter in the Joubert Family Chronicles, how to build trust with your readers and her plans for a new genre direction. Follow Kate on Twitter at @KateMosse and on Instagram at @kate…

Frankie will trent carefully as the legendary Karin Slaughter returns to discuss her latest book, This is Why We Lied, the art of creating complex characters, avoiding classic tropes and the importance of hope in crime stories. Follow Karin on Twitter at @SlaughterKarin and on Instagram at @karinslaughterauthor. Want to talk books? Email us at read…

Sarah Karaoglu is joined by Catherine Cox AM and Cat Healey to discuss the exits of Samantha Wallace-Joseph from the NSW Swifts and Bec Bulley parting ways with the QLD Firebirds. The panel also previews a HUGE round 10 of the Suncorp Super Netball. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Frankie is painting the town dead with Ellery Lloyd (aka Collette Lyons and Paul Vlitos), authors of The Final Act of Juliette Willoughby, as they discuss the art of truly collaborative writing, practical advice for historical research and the real artists that inspired their latest book. Follow Ellery Lloyd on Twitter at @ElleryLloydAuthor and on …

Frankie is cooking up a storm with Suk Pannu, author of Mrs Sidhu’s ‘Dead and Scone’, as they discuss developing a beloved character across multiple mediums, balancing procedural policing with amateur sleuthing, the enduring genius of Agatha Christie and how John Betjeman did Slough dirty. Follow Suk on Twitter at @sukpannu and on Instagram at @suk…

This week on The 4th Qtr Catherine Cox AM and Erin Delahunty join Sarah Karaoglu to preview round 9 as we edge closer to the finals, Coxy even picks her starting 7 Diamonds team based on performances in the SSN so far… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

Frankie is exploring 70s Leeds with Katy Massey, author of All Us Sinner, to discuss moving from memoirs to crime fiction, how her mother inspired her latest work, how to approach researching the recent past and the representation of sex workers in literature. Follow Katy on Twitter at @TangledRoots1. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpo…

Frankie is stumbling upon a series of murders with Chris Carter, author of The Death Watcher, to find out how becoming a writer saved his life, the real events that inspired his latest book and why he'll always travel the world to meet his readers. Follow Chris on Instagram at @chriscarterbooksofficial. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburied…

Frankie says her first hello to Tim Weaver, author of The Last Goodbye, as they discuss adapting books for the screen, the discipline of writing constantly, creating characters that endure and the underated excellence of a Five Guys burger. Follow Tim on Twitter and Instagram at @timweaverbooks. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@…

Paige Hadley and Catherine Healey join The 4th Qtr to reflect on a huge round seven and preview some big clashes in round eight. Paige also shares some insight into what it’s like having Dame Noeline Taurua in the Swifts camp. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

This week on The 4th Qtr, Sarah Karaoglu and Dylan Nexhip are joined by proud Kamilaroi woman and former Australian Diamonds squad member Alison Tucker-Munro to talk about the formation of the Inaugural First Nations team, the Black Swans, and her role as First Nations Engagement Lead at Netball Australia; they also unpack all of the action ahead o…

Frankie found great company in a Lonely Place with Stig Abell, author of Death in a Lonely Place, as they discuss writing for the joy if it, how to fit your word count in around a very busy lifestyle, coming to terms with your writing ticks and the best Agatha Christie books. Follow Stig on Twitter at @StigAbell and on Instagram at @thestigabell. W…

Twice upon a time, Frankie visits a whole new world with John Connolly, author of The Land of Lost Things, to learn about the personal meaning behind his writing, bring folklore to life, being constantly annoyed and the ineffable simplicity of a plain cinnamon bun. Follow John on Twitter at @jconnollybooks and on Instagram at @johnconnollybooks. Wa…

This week Sarah Karaoglu is joined by NSW Swifts Co-captain Paige Hadley and Sports journalist Catherine Healey to unpack the biggest headlines from round 5, including the drama that was ‘scoregate’ and look ahead at a HUGE round 6 including some very exciting previews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

Latanya Wilson sits down with Sarah Karaoglu to chat all things Thunderbirds, Shamera Sterling and life off the Court in a special extra interview this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

This week Sarah Karaoglu is joined by Cath Cox AM and Netball journalist Erin Delahunty to unpack the biggest headlines from round 4 and look ahead at a HUGE round 5 including some very exciting previews. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

Frankie is on the hunt for a killer with Helen Fields, author of Profile K, as she rises from the literary graveyard to discuss the importance of sharing the victim's story, the evolution of profiling technology and the makings of a murderer. Follow Helen on Twitter at @Helen_Fields and on Instagram at @helenfields_author, or visit her website at w…

This week on The 4th Qtr Sarah Karaoglu is joined by NSW Swifts Co-captain Paige Hadley and Sports Journalist Catherine Healey to preview round 4 of the Suncorp Super Netball and dive into the biggest talking points of Round 3. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

Frankie is making herself at home with Caz Frear, author of Five Bad Deads, as they discuss the differences in writing domestic noir vs. police procedurals, the dangers of self-perception and how her first book changed her life. Follow Caz on Instagram at @cazzifwrites. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Ins…

Sarah Karaoglu is joined by Dylan Nexhip and Cat Healey to preview round 3 of the Suncorp Super Netball and chat about the interpretation of new rules in the SSN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.Di Fox Sports Australia

Frankie is in a staff meeting with the wonderful J.M. Hall, scriptwriter and author of A Clock Stopped Dead, to discuss writing through anger with tea and sponge cake, dealing with unsolicited honesty and the soothing impact of a green pen. Follow Jonathan on Instagram at @jm_hall_writer. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.c…

Sarah Karaoglu, NSW Swifts' co-captain Paige Hadley, and Netball Journalist Catherine Healey, preview round 2 of the Suncorp Super Netball and chat Courtney Bruce taking on her old team in Perth in what is shaping up to be the most epic showdown of the round. Sarah is also joined by Lightning shooter and Diamonds star Cara Koenen to chat all things…

Frankie is backpacking through Thailand with the delightful Emily Freud, author of Her Last Summer, to discuss writing worlds that you know, the theraputic power of structuring a narrative, working "the twist" into a story and the life (and death) saving power of the Kindle. Follow Emily on Twitter at @MsEmilyFreud and Instagram at @emilyfreud_. Wa…

Sarah Karaoglu, Dylan Nexhip and Erin Delahunty preview round 1 of the Suncorp Super Netball and chat the Mavericks' blow ahead of their derby. Helen Housby also joins Sarah to chat about all things NSW Swifts, the return of Sam Wallace-Joseph, and her Roses teammate turned interstate rival, Eleanor Cardwell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy…

Frankie is exploring a remote island with Simon McCleave, author of The Drowning Isle, to discuss how his career in television and film development has influenced his approach to crime writing, what he learned from going on police ride-alongs and the iconic legacy of The Bill. Follow Simon on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @simonmccleaveauthor …

Frankie is walking the streets of Liverpool with TM Payne, author of Long Time Dead, to find out all about her journey to becoming a crime writer, the key to writing a killer epigraph, the power of poetry and just how fun vegetables can be. Follow Tina on Twitter at @Tinap66Payne. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follo…

Frankie sits down with the incredible C.L. Taylor, author of Every Move You Make, to discuss the horrors of stalking, writing about trauma, meeting your characters in real life and the best recipe for garlic bread. Follow Cally on Twitter at @callytaylor, on Instagram at @cltaylorauthor and sign up for her newsletter at www.cltaylorauthor.com. Want…