So You Want To Be A Writer With Valerie Khoo And Allison Tait: Australian Writers' Centre Podcast

JP Pomare on writing gripping crime thrillers and his latest novel 17 Years Later. JP discusses his writing process, research methods, and experiences with book adaptations into TV series. The episode features insights on maintaining creativity, the importance of method writing, crafting captivating crime narratives, and tips for aspiring writers. JP highlights the intricacies of plotting and characterisation in crime fiction, his unique approach to developing a story, and how he navigates the darker aspects of true crime. 00:00 Introduction and upcoming event02:06 Creative catch-up with Nat Newman05:48 Writing tip of the week08:46 Book giveaway: Precipice by Robert Harris10:19 Word of the week: Cantillate11:55 Interview with J.P. Pomare28:12 Challenges of writing crime fiction29:50 Balancing plotting and pantsing32:21 Crafting memorable scenes35:46 Daily writing routine39:16 From book to TV series51:12 Handling dark themes in writing55:24 Future plans and advice for writers01:01:19 Conclusion and fun fact Re