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The Truth about FictionAuthor: Derek Thompson and Lynn Michell
Tune in for insights, reflections and diversions about novel and short story writing, being published, and the creative process. Join Derek Thompson (British novelist and storyteller) in conversation with Lynn Michell (author of fiction and non-fiction and proprietor of Linen Press), as they chat about what it means to write and to be a writer, and the state of the publishing industry. With occasional reference to biscuits. Lynn: https://www.linen-press.com/authors/lynn-michell/ Derek: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Derek-Thompson/e/B0034ORY08 Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Episode 29 - Dystopia
Sunday, 11 January, 2026
This time, Derek speaks with Scott Fortune about his debut book - Parody or Prophecy: A dark British satire of control, corruption, and the collapse of common sense. We also discuss critical thinking on social media platforms and in real life, refer to current news events, talk about the importance of word-of-mouth marketing, lift the lid on Scott's creative process, and generally put the world to rights.** THIS EPISODE CONTAINS ADULT LANGUAGE. **Scott's book can be found here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0FY1B5ZCQ









