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London Writers' Salon

Parul Bavishi, Matthew Trinetti
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A deep dive into the habits, mindsets, tools, craft secrets and creative practices bestselling writers use to write novels, plays, poetry, and articles. Hosted by the co-founders of the London Writers' Salon, Matt & Parul.

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Playwright and BAFTA-nominated screenwriter Moira Buffini on moving between theatre, film, and fiction, writing for yourself instead of the market, and shaping structure by rewriting toward the ending you want readers to feel.

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• Why “... more

London Writers’ Salon co-founder Matt Trinetti and Head of Writer Experience Lindsey Trout Hughes share prompts from our Dreaming Big in 2026: Creative Goal Setting for Writers workshop – designed to help writers get clear on what they actually want ... more

Translator, performance artist, writer, and educator Haleh Liza Gafori on translating Rumi with fidelity and music, and what his poetry can teach us about liberation, attention, and love.

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• Habits Haleh uses to re-centre and get quiet... more

Writer and editor Mason Currey on what artists’ routines can teach us about focus, discipline, procrastination, and building a sustainable creative life.

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• What led Mason to writing, and the early pressures that shaped his relationshi... more

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Haleh Liza Gafori
A poet, performer, and leading translator of Rumi's work into English.
None specified
Episode: #178: Haleh Liza Gafori — Rumi’s Wisdom for Modern Life, The Craft of Translation, Poetry as Liberation
Susan Magsamen
Founder and director of the International Arts and Mind Lab, Center for Applied Neuroaesthetics at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: #175: Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross — Your Brain on Art: Neuroaesthetics, Wellbeing, and Creative Practice, plus Finding Your Voice, Tapping Into Intuition
Ivy Ross
Vice President of design for hardware products at Google and an author.
Google
Episode: #175: Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross — Your Brain on Art: Neuroaesthetics, Wellbeing, and Creative Practice, plus Finding Your Voice, Tapping Into Intuition
Maggie Andersen
Author of No Stars in Jefferson Park
Episode: #173: Maggie Andersen — Memoir, Theatre and the Courage To Write
Anthony Smith
Director of Trailers at The Diary of a CEO
The Diary of a CEO
Episode: #172: The Diary of a CEO’s Director of Trailers, Anthony Smith — Storytelling Through Video and Writing: Audience Psychology, Intrigue, and Retention
Mary Jean Chan
Award-winning poet, author of the Costa Award-winning collection 'Flèche' and 'Bright Fear'.
University of Oxford
Episode: #170: Mary Jean Chan — Emotional Truth in Contemporary Poetry: Imagery, Juxtaposition, and Finding the Right Form
Adele Parks
Author of 25 bestselling novels including 'Lies Lies Lies' and 'Just My Luck'
Episode: #169: Adele Parks — Writing 25 Bestsellers in 25 Years: Discipline, Voice, and Long-Term Success in Commercial Fiction
Anne Ditmeyer
Paris-based designer turned writer and creative coach
Episode: #168: Anne Ditmeyer and Martin Lake – Self-Publish Successfully: Choosing Platforms, Managing Costs & Earning Six Figures
Martin Lake
Historical novelist and author of 25 books
Episode: #168: Anne Ditmeyer and Martin Lake – Self-Publish Successfully: Choosing Platforms, Managing Costs & Earning Six Figures

Hosts

Matt
Co-founder of the London Writers' Salon, dedicated to supporting writers through community and resource sharing.
Parul Bhavishi
Co-founder of the London Writers' Salon, committed to fostering a vibrant writing community and providing valuable writing insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Thank you!

    Great podcast. Interesting guests. Meaningful conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oreille attentive
    France5 months ago
  • Really valuable information

    As a writer who is currently in the process of reaching out to agents this is really helpful, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blowing The Lid - Cleris
    United States5 months ago
  • Inspiring and helpful

    I’m a fledging blogger/writer. This is a super helpful, inspiring and entertaining podcast. Thanks very much team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sturks
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Amazing!

    Can’t believe it’s taken me so long to find this wonderful podcast. A must for any writer, these interviews are full of inspiration, tips and insight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robboqqqqq
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Inspiring & practical

    The hosts do a very good job of getting diverse writers to let their hair down and reflect on their personal experiences of finding their way into writing careers. Thank you, LWS!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sara aka Meg
    United States2 years ago

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Many find the podcasts both inspiring and informative, especially regarding practical writing tips and insights into the industry.
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The hosts are praised for their thoughtful and skillful interviewing, making complex topics easy to understand.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#179: Moira Buffini — From Playwright to Novelist, Writing Dystopian YA, plus Creative Resilience and Sustaining a Long Creative Career
Q: What surprised you about translating theatrical stories to the screen?
It's the same job as a dramatist, but with much higher financial stakes involved.
#179: Moira Buffini — From Playwright to Novelist, Writing Dystopian YA, plus Creative Resilience and Sustaining a Long Creative Career
Q: When did you start writing plays?
I was 14 and had a school arts festival where I decided to write a play that everyone wanted to be involved in.
#176: Allison King — Breaking into Publishing as Debut Novelist, Writing Historical Fiction With Magical Realism, Plus Tools For Structure
Q: At what point in the process did this book find its first champions?
I met my first beta readers through online communities formed during the pandemic.
#176: Allison King — Breaking into Publishing as Debut Novelist, Writing Historical Fiction With Magical Realism, Plus Tools For Structure
Q: How did you come to turn from software development to writing this book?
It was something I was always doing concurrently with writing at night.
#173: Maggie Andersen — Memoir, Theatre and the Courage To Write
Q: How did caregiving affect your understanding of artmaking?
It forced me to grow up and deepened my art, enhancing my desire to serve and teach while navigating the stresses of caretaking.

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1. Haleh Liza Gafori
2. Susan Magsamen
3. Ivy Ross
4. Maggie Andersen
5. Anthony Smith
6. Mary Jean Chan
7. Adele Parks
8. Anne Ditmeyer

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