Bestselling authors Gillian McAllister and Holly Seddon discuss the truth about being an author, plus expert insider and author interviews.
The Honest Authors' Podcast
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Bestselling authors Gillian McAllister and Holly Seddon discuss the truth about being an author, plus expert insider and author interviews.
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Publishing Since
1/10/2017
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Recent Episodes
January 20, 2026
S8E08 - Special episode - Running our mouths LIVE at Waterstones
Join Gillian McAllister and Holly Seddon for a special episode recorded live at Bluewater Waterstones one cosy Sunday morning. For the first time, the authors interview each other! Plus, candid answers to audience questions about getting published, finding hooks, when to give up the day job, taking risks and more.<br /><br />If you enjoy this podcast episode, please remember to rate, review and buy our books!
November 14, 2025
S8E07 - With special guest Stacey Halls
Gillian McAllister and Holly Seddon chat to award winning, bestselling historical fiction author, Stacey Halls about getting published, finding ideas through research and getting the words down. <br /><br />If you enjoy this podcast episode, please remember to rate, review and buy our books!
September 24, 2025
S8E06 - Two announcements and work/life balance
Holly Seddon and Gillian McAllister discuss two upcoming things:<br /><br /><br /><br /><ol><li>Holly's book is out now, and you can buy it here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/59-Minutes-unmissable-heart-wrenching-thriller/dp/1398709492</li><li>They are doing an event TOGETHER at Waterstones Bluewater. Tickets here: https://www.waterstones.com/events/honest-authors-podcast-live-recording/bluewater</li></ol>
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