Novel Therapy
Helen Brown and Kate Fennessy
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- 18
- Episodes
- 1
- Ratings
- 2019
- First episode
About Novel Therapy
Kate Fennessy’s writing her first novel, and Helen Brown’s going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy. How to make life your best creative project ever. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, New York Times bestselling author Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you.
- Publisher
- Helen Brown and Kate Fennessy
- Category
- arts
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 5 Aug 2019
- Latest episode
- 16 Apr 2020
Latest episodes
18 episodes in the feed.
16 Apr 2020
Talking to our Toenails
Kate and Helen are looking for ways to stay sane through changing times! Kate is an aspiring author and social media marketer and Helen is a New York Times bestselling author. On today's episode, the topic of whether it's ok to NOT be productive during isolation. Recommendations: Lydia's Meditation Zoom session: https://www.facebook.com/102385551358182/photos/a.134064338190303/134062081523862/?type=3&theater Helen's Facebook Page where she's doing live readings with Jonah: https://www.facebook.com/Helen.Brown.International.Author/ Marian Keyes Grown Ups: https://www.mariankeyes.com/books/grown-ups/ Unorthodox: https://www.netflix.com/search?q=unor&jbv=81019069&jbp=0&jbr=0 Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
9 Apr 2020
When Fox Met Dinosaur - Weaving Screen Magic
We spoke to Bradley Slabe, co-creator of the short animation Lost & Found, which has been shortlisted for the Oscars. Watch Lost & Found: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=35i4zTky9pI Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
1 Apr 2020
Catching the Creative Virus
Kate Fennessy's writing her first novel, and Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy. How to make life your best creative project ever. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, New York Times bestselling author Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg Helen's audio version of Cleo: Audible: https://adbl.co/2wL5b1o Amazon: https://amzn.to/2xEviqR
26 Mar 2020
A Voice of Hope From Italy
In this lockdown special, we speak to Edy Tassi from near Lake Como in Italy about her experiences so far in lockdown mode as Italy battles the spread of the Coronavirus. Prepare to feel hopeful! Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg Follow Edy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edy_tassi/
12 Mar 2020
Coronavirus: The Good News
Kate Fennessy's writing her first novel, and Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy. How to make life your best creative project ever. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, New York Times bestselling author Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg Mulberry Hill: https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/places/mulberry-hill/ Alice Munro: https://www.facebook.com/alicemunroauthor/
25 Feb 2020
How Crisis Can Kindle Creative Flames
Kate Fennessy's writing her first novel, and Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy. How to make life your best creative project ever. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, New York Times bestselling author Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
13 Feb 2020
Fresh Starts, First Lines and Festivals
Kate Fennessy's writing her first novel, and Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy. How to make life your best creative project ever. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, New York Times bestselling author Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg SHOW NOTES PauseFest: https://www.pausefest.com.au Our podcast live event with Peninsula's Writers' Club: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=596606&fbclid=IwAR1GUoIbJxsnxz5JNDg5DPTPYqY3_zu__cPjLNRJkDeOgrEwAFSOO8iUtS0 Swell Creative: https://www.swellcreative.com.au
28 Nov 2019
How To Avoid Brain Surgery This Christmas
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg Cleo + Rob: https://www.amazon.com.au/Cleo-Rob-Helen-Brown-ebook/dp/B07TNJLL5D/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=cleo+and+rob&qid=1574911138&sr=8-1 Coppucino podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/coppuccino/id1434222159 7pm Social https://www.paperboatdigital.com/7pm-social https://missmornipenni.com/shop/ Tania Chandler: https://chandlertania.wordpress.com Behind Every Great Woman is a Great Cat: https://www.booktopia.com.au/behind-every-great-woman-is-a-great-cat-lulu-mayo/book/9781912785063.html
18 Oct 2019
Coincidences, Gratitude and Forgiveness
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
14 Oct 2019
When Author Meets Illustrator
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg Helen's recommendation: The Detectorists (Netflix) https://www.netflix.com/title/80065658
3 Oct 2019
Milo's Gift
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg Helen's new children's book, Cleo & Rob: https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/childrens/Cleo-and-Rob-Helen-Brown-illustrated-by-Phoebe-Morris-9781988547350 Kate's recommendation, Beastie Boys Book https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/232195/beastie-boys-book-by-michael-diamond---adam-horovitz/
26 Sept 2019
You Are Not Your Scars - Pilates, Dating and Character Development
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg Connect with Kate Lister at https://www.instagram.com/mindbody_integration/ Kate's recommendation, Shrill: https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/program/shrill
12 Sept 2019
The Smell of a New Book - And Other Stuff That Turns a Publisher On
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
5 Sept 2019
How Hot to Make a Sex Scene
Description: Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
22 Aug 2019
The Writer's Box and Other Mysteries
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ The Crown on Netflix, Kate's current obsession: https://www.netflix.com/title/80025678 Death on Play School: https://ab.co/2KFGYxj?fbclid=IwAR3SissjosPGGFEYt4oiqeV05AKBNt4Dv_u1GPVoAtWmCXtHpgyPkBYHpzc Inside Helen's Writer's Box: Bill Bryson's Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Times-Thunderbolt-Kid-Memoir/dp/0767919378 Dodie Smith's I Capture the Castle: https://www.penguin.com.au/books/i-capture-the-castle-9780141371504 Helen's recommendations: Glow, Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80114988 Fleabag, Amazon Prime: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.9aad0127-7ed5-2444-3d8f-61def8eff966?ref_=dvm_pds_gen_AU_kc_s_g|c_231819449454_m_AL7onToE-dc_s__ Facebook Group recommendation: Like Minded Bitches Drinking Wine: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LMBDW/
15 Aug 2019
Too Late Now! The Power of Owning Your Story
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Kate's current (dorky) obsession, Portrait Artist of the Year: https://www.foxtelarts.com.au/shows/portrait-artist-of-the-year/ Tara's recommendation, Ugly Delicious on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/80170368 Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
10 Aug 2019
Sending an Emotionally Nude Selfie
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Show Notes: Helen mentions Twyla Tharp's book, The Creative Habit https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Habit-Learn-Use-Life/dp/1480589837 On Gen Ys having less sex: https://www.mamamia.com.au/having-less-sex-than-parents Social Media Days Calendar: https://blog.hubspot.com/marketing/social-media-holiday-calendar-2017 Join the discussion on our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
5 Aug 2019
Introducing the Bad Writer's Jar. It's an Amazing, Lovely Journey
Aspiring writer Kate Fennessy's trying to write a novel, and New York Times bestselling author Helen Brown's going to help her. Welcome to our podcast Novel Therapy, the first-time writer's clinic. When we're not talking about cats, we'll discuss how hot to make a sex scene and if there's really such thing as writer's block. While Kate shares the latest trends in social media, Helen will explain why it's normal for an author to gain 10kg with every book she writes. We'll also chat about why Kate loves men's beards and Helen can't stand them. Who says Gen Ys and Baby Boomers can't get along? It's therapy. And it's novel. It's got to be good for you. Episode 1 Show Notes Helen's recommendation, Desert Island Discs: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b006qnmr With Yoko Ono: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007nc7n Kate's recommendation, The Lady Vanishes: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-lady-vanishes/id1457296528 Helen's social: https://www.facebook.com/Helen.Brown.International.Author https://www.instagram.com/helenbrownauthor/ https://www.helenbrown.com.au Kate's social: https://www.instagram.com/paperboat_digital/ https://www.facebook.com/paperboatdigital/ Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1120913041436892/ Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9V9mYEic-14WZBkoSu6Ajg
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