Meet Ryan Butta, author of the new biography, The Bravest Scout at Gallipoli – a previously untold story of one of Australia’s forgotten wartime heroes. In this lively and interesting conversation, Ryan shares what led him to tell this particular story, his research process and other fascinating stories from here and overseas that inadvertently prepared him for a life as a published author.
00:00 Introduction and host welcome 00:19 Upcoming travel writing course 00:38 Special bonuses for enrollees 05:42 Writing tip: Imagination game 09:42 Win: Diving, Falling by Kylie Mirmohamadi 11:32 Word of the week: Imbrication 14:12 Interview with Ryan Butta 28:36 Organising research and writing process 30:13 Starting the writing journey 31:23 From fiction to nonfiction 34:18 Pitching and publishing success 36:54 Challenges and realities of being published 39:51 New projects and future plans 45:48 Passion and motivation in writing 49:50 Top tips for nonfiction writing
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