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Hosted by Leigh Dillon & Helen M · arts · EN-AU · 38 episodes
Australian crime fiction is our M.O. The Kill City podcast is all about Australian crime writing, crime books and the Australian crime writing industry. Tune in for author interviews, catch up on the latest industry news and book releases, and everything else happening in the Australian crime fiction scene.
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Signup to Generate a PitchAustralian crime fiction is our M.O. The Kill City podcast is all about Australian crime writing, crime books and the Australian crime writing industry. Tune in for author interviews, catch up on the latest industry news and book releases, and everything else happening in the Australian crime fiction scene.
Kill City is hosted by Leigh Dillon & Helen M. The show has published 38 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Fiona Hardy in the spotlight - part two" (25 October 2026, 41 minutes), "Fiona Hardy in the spotlight - Part One" (18 October 2026, 44 minutes), and "Hayley Scrivenor in the spotlight - Part Two" (11 October 2026, 27 minutes).
Kill City publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 34 minutes across 38 episodes.
Booking probability for Kill City is 30%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Kill City requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Kill City's contact route on record: public web form.
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Leigh Dillon & Helen M hosts Kill City, an arts show with 38 episodes published.
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Episode #38
Send us Fan Mail Don't miss part two of our conversation with Fiona Hardy. In this episodes we talk more about Fiona's journey to publication, but not only her two crime fiction works, but her three books for younger...
Episode #37
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we speak to Fiona Hardy, who shares her journey from writing children's books to becoming a published author of adult crime novels. She discusses her creative process, Melbourne setting...
Episode #36
Send us Fan Mail In part two of our conversation with Hayley Scrivenor we get a teaser for her next novel, and it is fascinating! We talk Girl Falling and Hayley tackles our quick and the curious round and passes with...
Episode #35
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Helen and Leigh speak to Hayley Scrivenor. Hayley shares insights into her writing process, character development, and the evolution of her novels 'Dirt Town' and 'Girl Falling'. We...
Episode #34
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're joined by Troy Hunter who shares his journey from marketing professional to acclaimed young adult crime author. We explore his writing process, the importance of place in...
Episode #33
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're joined by Troy Hunter who shares his journey from marketing professional to acclaimed young adult crime author. We explore his writing process, the importance of place in...
Episode #31
Send us Fan Mail In part two of our conversation with Sam Elliott, we talk about how he crafts his characters, including the lead character of his novel, Haze, Dahlia Turner (and 2027's Deep Fake). He also discusses the...
Episode #30
Send us Fan Mail In this episode Helen and Leigh speak to Sydney crime writer, Sam Elliott, who shares his journey from childhood obsessions to publishing his debut novel 'Haze'. Sam discusses character creation...
Episode #29
Send us Fan Mail In part two of our conversation with Sarah Bailey, we talk about the relationship she has with the team around her; her agent, editor and publisher and how this helps shape her work. We talk about Ai...
Episode #28
Send us Fan Mail In this episode we speak to and explore the journey of Sarah Bailey, acclaimed crime writer known for her gripping crime thrillers. With a background in PR and communications, Sarah transitioned from a...
Episode #27
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Leigh and Helen explore the vibrant landscape of Australian children's and young adult crime and mystery books. They discuss award-winning titles, influential authors like John Marsden...
Episode #26
Send us Fan Mail In the second part of our conversation with Australian crime writer Dinuka Mackenzie, we dive into her new novel, She Lied First and continue our chat as she shares her journey from environmental...
Episode #25
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we're joined by Australian crime writer Dinuka Mackenzie, who shares her journey from environmental planner to author, her writing process, and insights into her series featuring...
Episode #24
Send us Fan Mail In this engaging conversation, Christine Gregory shares her unique journey into crime fiction, discussing her experiences as a writer, the development of her novels, and the intricate relationships that...
Episode #23
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Christine Gregory shares her journey from aspiring writer to published crime novelist, discussing her writing process, character development, research methods, and insights into the...
Episode #22
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the life and work of Australian crime fiction novelist Robert G. Barrett, creator of the Les Norton series. We discuss his background, writing style, cultural impact, and the...
Episode #21
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Leigh and Helen explore the rich landscape of Indigenous Australian crime writing, highlighting key authors, their works, and the cultural significance behind them. They discuss how...
Episode #20
Send us Fan Mail In part two of our in-depth conversation with Christian White, we continue to explore his writing process, inspiration, and the secrets behind his bestselling novels. Christian also answers our rapid...
Episode #19
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, part one of our in-depth conversation with Christian White, we explore his writing process, inspiration, and the secrets behind his bestselling novels, including The Nowhere Child and...
Episode #14
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>In this episode Leigh reads the first chapter of the seminal 1983 Peter Corris novel, The Empty Beach. </p><p>Find Peter Corris books on Booktopia</p><p><b>Disclaimer</b></p><p>The episode...
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