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    #19: Writing Humour, with Silvia Saunders

    October 31st, 2025 · 58 minutes

    Kerry is joined by Silvia Saunders, who won the Comedy Women in Print prize for her debut novel, Homesick. They discuss writing days, finding your voice and the importance of perseverance.

    Guest Starring: Silvia Saunders

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    Novel November | A 30-Day Writing Challenge

    This is run by ProWritingAid, who have been a sponsor in the past, but are not sponsoring this episode.

    The Vegetarian by Han Kang
    'Homesick' by Silvia Saunders

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    'Even if You Beat Me' | An Essay by Sally Rooney
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