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SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS

Hosted by Elena Lappin · arts · EN · 32 episodes

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Host Elena Lappin in conversation with leading and emerging authors about the stories behind their books. Publicity: Katherine Stroud Audio producer: Tom Poole y Original music score copyright: Tom Pooley Email: shoptalk.writers@gmail.com Instagram: @shoptalkwithwriters Newsletter: /s/shop-talk-with-writers-newsletter Connect with us here or on our website https://shows.acast.com./shop-talk-with-writers Thank yo

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What is SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS about?

Host Elena Lappin in conversation with leading and emerging authors about the stories behind their books. Publicity: Katherine Stroud Audio producer: Tom Poole y Original music score copyright: Tom Pooley Email: shoptalk.writers@ Instagram: @shoptalkwithwriters Newsletter: /s/shop-talk-with-writers-newsletter Connect with us here or on our website Thank yo

Who hosts SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS?

SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS is hosted by Elena Lappin. The show has published 32 episodes to date.

What has SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Ep.32: STEPHANIE SY QUIA" (2 October 2026, 34 minutes), "Ep.31: DJAMEL WHITE" (6 September 2026, 36 minutes), and "Ep.30: ELI ZUZOVSKY" (23 August 2026, 42 minutes).

How often does SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS publish?

SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 51 minutes across 32 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS?

Booking probability for SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS?

The strongest fits for SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS are Artists, Writers & Performers. SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS has an arts audience.

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Elena Lappin hosts SHOP TALK WITH WRITERS, an arts show with 32 episodes published.

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Recent episodes

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  • Episode #7

    Ep.32: STEPHANIE SY QUIA

    Oct 2, 202634 minS3

    A Private Man with Stephanie Sy Quia Stephanie Sy Quia talks to host Elena Lappin about her debut novel, A Private Man , and the personal history that shaped it. The conversation moves between family memory...

  • Episode #6

    Ep.31: DJAMEL WHITE

    Sep 6, 202636 minS3

    Irish debut novelist Djamel White joins host Elena Lappin to discuss his soulful novel All Them Dogs, a Booker Prize longlisted book set in contemporary West Dublin gangland. The conversation covers the author's love of...

  • Episode #5

    Ep.30: ELI ZUZOVSKY

    Aug 23, 202642 minS3

    Exploring Identity and Conflict in Eli Zuzovsky's Searing Debut Novel MAZELTOV Host Elena Lappin speaks with writer and director Eli Zuzovsky about his novel Mazeltov , a queer coming of age story set in Israel against...

  • Episode #4

    Ep.29: CLAIRE FULLER

    Aug 5, 202647 minS3

    Hunger & Thirst: An Exploration of Art, Memory, and the Paranormal Host Elena Lappin in conversation with novelist CLAIRE FULLER about her latest novel Hunger & Thirst , weaving themes of art, memory, and the...

  • Episode #2

    Ep. 27: LILY KING

    Jun 21, 202638 minS3

    <p>Discover how acclaimed novelist Lily King uses emotional journeys and present tense to craft authentic, compelling stories. In this episode, Lily King discusses her writing process, the emotional core of her novels...

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  • Episode #2

    Ep. 27: LILY KING

    Jun 21, 202638 minS3

    Discover how acclaimed novelist Lily King uses emotional journeys and present tense to craft authentic, compelling stories. In this episode, Lily King discusses her writing process, the emotional core of her novels, and...

  • Episode #1

    Ep.26: EDEN McKENZIE-GODDARD

    May 8, 202648 minS3

    <p>SHOW NOTES</p><p>Host Elena Lappin in conversation with novelist Eden Mckenzie-Goddard about his debut novel SMALLIE - a powerful love story and a multigenerational tale of family, loss, and identity. The novel...

  • Episode #12

    Ep.25: SHARON GLESS

    Apr 10, 202636 minS2

    <p>Summary:</p><p>Award-winning American actress Sharon Gless (Cagney&Lacey co-star) in conversation with host Elena Lappin about her powerful memoir APPARENTLY THERE WERE COMPLAINTS (Simon&Schuster)..</p><p>Key...

  • Episode #11

    Ep: 24: MARGARET BUSBY

    Mar 18, 20261h 12mS2

    <p><br></p><p>Elena Lappin explores the remarkable life and work of Margaret Busby, in conversation with the pioneering publisher, editor, and author, through her personal stories, insights on publishing, and...

  • Episode #10

    Ep.23: FRANCIS SPUFFORD

    Feb 26, 202655 minS2

    <p><br></p><br><p>In this in-depth interview with host Elena Lappin, novelist and non-fiction writer Francis Spufford discusses his latest novel NONESUCH, set during the London Blitz, blending historical detail with...

  • Episode #9

    Ep.22: JULIAN BORGER

    Jan 31, 202658 minS2

    <p>Summary</p><br><p>In this episode of Shop Talk with Writers, Guardian foreign correspondent Julian Borger tells host Elena Lappin about his book I SEEK A KIND PERSON: MY FATHER, SEVEN CHILDREN AND THE ADVERTS THAT...

  • Episode #7

    Ep.21: MOIRA BUFFINI (Part 2)

    Jan 16, 202644 minS2

    <p>Summary</p><br><p>In this episode of Shop Talk with Writers, host Elena Lapin engages in a deep conversation with novelist Moira Buffini about her works, particularly her novels 'Songlight' and 'Torchfire.' Buffini...

  • Episode #7

    Ep.20: MOIRA BUFFINI (PART 1)

    Jan 11, 202649 minS2

    <p>Keywords</p><br><p>dystopian fiction, telepathy, Songlight, Torch Trilogy, character development, creative writing, Moira Buffini, storytelling, female empowerment, world-building</p><br><p>Summary</p><br><p>In this...

  • Episode #6

    Ep.19: GARY GULMAN

    Dec 13, 202546 minS2

    <p>Summary</p><br><p>In this conversation with host Elena Lappin, Gary Gulman discusses his memoir 'Misfit', reflecting on his journey as a writer and comedian. He shares insights into the writing process, the...

  • Episode #5

    Ep.18: ANN MORGAN

    Nov 26, 202559 minS2

    <p>Show Notes/Summary</p><br><p>In this episode, host Elena Lappin welcomes novelist and international book blogger Ann Morgan to discuss her thought-provoking new book, Relearning to Read: Adventures in Not Knowing...

  • Episode #4

    Ep.17: BEN MARKOVITS

    Oct 31, 202556 minS2

    <p><br></p><p>Summary</p><br><p>Host Elena Lappin interviews acclaimed novelist Ben Markovits about his Booker-shortlisted novel THE REST OF OUR LIVES. Tom's wife Amy had an affair many years ago, and now that their...

  • Episode #3

    Ep. 16: CHARLOTTE MENDELSON

    Oct 16, 202558 minS2

    <p>Keywords</p><br><p>Charlotte Mendelson, Wife, lesbian marriage, relationships, narcissism, family dynamics, literature, emotional complexity, storytelling, character development, contemporary...

  • Episode #2

    Ep. 15: ARMAND D'ANGOUR

    Sep 25, 20251h 18mS2

    <p><br></p><p>Summary</p><br><p>In this episode of Shop Talk with Writers, host Elena Lapin engages with Armand Dungour, a professor of classics, to explore the themes of love as presented in Plato's Symposium. D'Angour...

  • Episode #1

    Ep. 14: DANIEL KEHLMANN

    Sep 7, 20251h 10mS2

    <p>Summary</p><br><p>In this episode of Shop Talk with Writers, bestselling German-Austrian author Daniel Kehlmann speaks to host Elena Lappin about his latest novel, The Director, which explores the life and work of...

  • Episode #13

    Ep.13: COLM TÓIBÍN

    Aug 24, 202548 minS1

    <p>Notes:</p><p>Summary</p><p>In this episode of Shop Talk with Writers, host Elena Lappin engages with acclaimed Irish novelist Colm Tóibín, discussing his latest work, Long Island, a sequel to Brooklyn. The...

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