Interview with N.J. Hatton
On this week's episode of the Reading Materials Podcast, we are joined by debut author N.J. Hatton to chat about his upcoming psychological thriller 'Truth Will Out', to be released on September 10th 2026.
We had a great time hearing about how Nick went from creating children's content on Youtube to writing thrillers for adults, his advice for an author just starting out, and the collaborative process of choosing a book's title.
Interview with Simone Soltani
This week on the Reading Materials Podcast, we are so excited to be chatting with Simone Soltani, author of the Lights Out F1 series, whose newest book Crash Into You will be released on the 27th of August, 2026.
Join us for this lovely chat and hear all about how Simone originally intended to self-publish before getting picked up by a traditional publishing house, about why sensitivity readers are so important to her, and about her bad luck with choosing book titles.
Interview with Emily Rath (part 3)
This week on the Reading Materials Podcast, we are very happy to welcome back bestselling author Emily Rath to talk about her newest release - 'Devour Me'.
Join us to hear about why Zodiac signs are an important element of all her characters, how she is managing to juggle multiple writing projects, and her love of character art.
Interview with Hannah Bicknell
This week on Reading Materials we are chatting with debut author Hannah Bicknell, whose tennis rom-com 'Her Advantage' was released on July 2nd, 2026.
Join us to hear how Hannah went from indie author to being picked up by Pan MacMillan, her experience of sitting in on the audiobook recording, and how her love of tennis and luxury hotels and F1 inspired her story.
Interview with Gill Perdue
This week on Reading Materials, we are joined by Gill Perdue, author of the psychological thriller 'All of Them Lied'.
Join us for a lovely chat about the unique challenges that come from writing books for adults versus books for younger audiences, the difference between Scandinavian and other crime novels, and how a hike with her husband formed part of the inspiration for her newest release!
Interview with Cassandra Neyenesch
This week on the Reading Materials Podcast we are chatting with debut author Cassandra Neyenesch, whose book 'A Little Bit Bad' was released in June 2026.
Join us to hear what inspired Cassandra to write this book, how psychedelic therapy helped with her writing, and how it's never too late to follow your dream.
Interview with Nikki Smith
This week on Reading Materials, we are so excited to be joined by author Nikki Smith, whose newest destination thriller 'The Last Place You Look' will be released on July 2nd, 2026.
We had a lovely time chatting with Nikki about her experience of becoming a debut author during the Covid lockdown, why some people prefer romantasy to thrillers, and how to keep things fresh when under contract to publish a book every year!
Interview with Eden McKenzie-Goddard
This week on the Reading Materials Podcast, Lucia is flying solo as she interviews debut author Eden McKenzie-Goddard.
Join us to hear about the political and personal inspirations behind Eden's book 'Smallie', how an emotional punch and unexpected ending can elevate a book in our eyes, and what exactly a degree in English Literature and Creative Writing is about.
Interview with Kathleen MacMahon
This week on the podcast, we chat with Irish author Kathleen MacMahon whose fifth novel Other People's Lives was released on May 7th.
Join us to hear why it took Kathleen so long to write this book, how important it is for authors to read, and how her next book will overlap with Other People's Lives.
Interview with Claire Fuller
On this week's episode of the Reading Materials Podcast we sit down to chat with author Claire Fuller, whose newest novel 'Hunger and Thirst' was published on May 7th.
We had an amazing time hearing Claire compare the art of sculpting to the art of writing, why her novels end in ambiguity, how writing is really hard work, and how the only thing that ties Claire Fuller books together is that nothing ties them together.
Interview with Sasha Preston
In this episode of Reading Materials, we’re joined by author Sasha Preston to talk about her novel The Sweetest Getaway, published last year.
Sasha shares how she went from writing short stories for fun with a friend to becoming a published author, the importance of female friendships in both life and fiction, and her excitement around the release of the audiobook.
Interview with Elizabeth Arnott
In this episode of the Reading Materials Podcast we are joined by the lovely Elizabeth Arnott, whose newest book The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives comes out on April 9th.
We chatted about how her long-time fascination with true crime led to writing about serial killers, how to make the muse your bitch, and giving voice to the people who have suffered for the violent crimes of men.
Interview with Fran Fabriczki
This week on the Reading Materials Podcast we are excited to be chatting with Fran Fabrizcki, debut author of Porcupines which will be published on April 16th.
Join us to hear how Fran wove in elements of her own experience growing up at the tail-end of the Cold War into the book, what podcasts she listens to in her free time, and how becoming a mother influenced her writing.
Interview with E. K. Wise
In this episode of Reading Materials, we’re joined by author E. K. Wise to discuss her novel Debilis Rising, released last year.
We chat about how her love of travel and geology shapes her storytelling, why it was important for her to include a character with ADHD, and her journey through the world of independent publishing.
It’s an insightful and engaging conversation about representation, creativity, and carving your own path as a writer.
Interview with Amy Lea
In this episode of Reading Materials, we’re joined by bestselling romance author Amy Lea for a warm and candid conversation about life as a writer. Amy's newest book, The Bodyguard Affair, will be released on the 26th of February, 2026!
We chat about the importance of finding and nurturing an author community, her favourite (and least favourite!) romance tropes, and her ambition to branch out into new genres in the future.
Interview with H. R. Cole
In this episode of Reading Materials, we’re joined by author H. R. Cole to discuss her debut adult fantasy novel Daughter of the Void, published in August 2025.
H. R. shares her thoughts on the bias women face in the fantasy genre, what it takes to craft a truly captivating enemies-to-lovers romance, and how her background in medical journalism shaped her approach to writing.
It’s an engaging and insightful conversation about resilience, romance, and breaking boundaries in fantasy fiction.
Interview with Ross Montgomery
In this episode of Reading Materials, we’re joined by author Ross Montgomery to talk about his latest release, The Murder at World’s End, published on October 30, 2025.
Ross shares insights into his career as a beloved children’s author, what it was like transitioning to writing murder mysteries for adults, and the books he read as a child that completely blew his mind. It’s a fun and fascinating conversation about creative evolution, storytelling across genres, and the stories that shape us.
Interview with Serra Swift
In this episode of Reading Materials, we’re joined by author Serra Swift to talk about her upcoming fantasy novel Kill the Beast, out October 14, 2025.
Serra shares her thoughts on navigating the pitfalls of professional jealousy, the differences between YA and adult fantasy from the author's perspective, and how to strike the balance between being a great writer and a great storyteller. It’s a candid and inspiring conversation about creativity, perseverance, and the craft of writing fantasy.
Thank you to Tor Books for sending us advanced copies of Kill the Beast!
Interview with Iris Costello
In this episode of Reading Materials, we’re joined by author Nuala Ellwood, also known as Iris Costello, to talk about her newest novel The Paris Bookshop Secret, released in July 2025.
Nuala shares how a haunted Georgian mansion inspired her current project, the power of books to help readers process grief, and the rituals she uses to get into the writing zone.
It’s a rich and reflective conversation about creativity, emotion, and the healing power of storytelling.
Thank you to Penguin to sending us proofs of The Paris Bookshop Secret.
Interview with L. V. Matthews
We are so excited to welcome our ninth author to our podcast! In this episode of Reading Materials, we sit down with L. V. Matthews to discuss her gripping new thriller To Love A Liar, out September 11, 2025.
We explore the art of plotting twists that keep readers guessing, the secrets behind her book dedications, and how she manages to write chilling mysteries while raising two children.
Join us for a conversation full of insight, intrigue, and a peek behind the curtain of a masterful storyteller.
Thank you to Viking and Penguin for sending us advanced copies of To Love a Liar.