This episode the Featured Book is brought to you by Text Publishing, and we are talking to Loraine Peck about her novel, THE DOUBLE BIND.
From magician’s assistant to crime novelist, it’s all about mastering the art of subterfuge for Loraine Peck, whose love of crime fiction propelled her to write the kind of book she loves to read.The Second Son, Loraine’s debut, won the 2021 Ned Kelly Award for Best Debut Crime Fiction from the Australian Crime Writers Association.It was shortlisted for two Davitt Awards by Sisters in Crime and for a Danger Award by BAD Crime Sydney. Her second novel, The Double Bind was released in April 2023.
We also catch up with Kate, who is part way through The Hummingbird Effect book tour and talk events, launches, writing people and of course, pizza gate.
The hosts mention:
- Yellowface by R.F Kuang
- Imbi Neeme’s ‘Best Launch Ever’ sign
- The Barbie movie
The First Time podcast 