The Writing Community Chat Show

The Writing Community Chat Show (WCCS) Ranked #3 Writing Podcast in the UK (2025) "Together as one, we get it done!" Welcome to The Writing Community Chat Show , the live-streaming podcast dedicated to the heart and soul of the literary world. Whether you are a traditionally published powerhouse, an indie trailblazer, or an aspiring author still working on your first "crap" draft, this show is your home. What We Do: We bring you the stories behind the stories . With over 380 interviews and counting, we go beyond the book jacket to explore the creative persistence, daily habits, and industry secrets of the world's most fascinating creators. From New York Times best-sellers and celebrities to the most promising indie authors , we bridge the gap between the stars and the community. What You’ll Discover Masterclass Insights: Actionable

The Writing Community Chat Show is a arts podcast hosted by Christopher Aggett, with 489 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 89. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Christopher Aggett hosts The Writing Community Chat Show, a arts show with 489 episodes published.

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  Melanie Blake on Publishing Drama & The 100k Necklace Giveaway!

  Jun 1, 20262h 4mS17

  In this episode of The Writing Community Chat Show, we are joined by the incredible Melanie Blake for a must-listen conversation. We pull back the curtain on the book world, unpacking recent publishing drama with a professional, candid lens, and exploring what it really takes to navigate the industry.<br /><br />As if that wasn't enough, we also have all the exciting details on an unbelievable 100k necklace giveaway!<br /><b></b><br /><b>In this episode, we dive into:</b>A candid look at the latest publishing drama and industry dynamics.Behind-the-scenes insights from Melanie Blake's incredible career.Everything...

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  The Dark Side of Amazon, Kung Fu Chickens, and Our Grand Finale.

  Apr 29, 20261h 15mS17

  <b>Our final show before we go dark for the 3-Month Writing Challenge is an absolute banger!</b> After over 400 interviews and six years of virtually never taking a Friday night off, we are officially putting the microphones on standby to write a novel in 90 days. To send us off in style, we are joined by the incredible sci-fi and fantasy authors Dominique Mondesir and Gabriel Rathweg, hosts of The Story Forge podcast.<br /><br />This episode goes deep into the gritty reality of being a working author today. Dom and Gabe pull no punches as we discuss the "dark...

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  Secrets of the Dark & Gothic: NYT Bestseller Essie Fox on Retelling Wuthering Heights.

  Apr 22, 20261h 4mS17

  Welcome to another Friday night episode of The Writing Community Chat Show! In our growing archive of over 400 interviews, we've had the pleasure of sitting down with everyone from brilliant indie authors to household names—and today's guest is nothing short of spectacular.<br /><br />Join us as we welcome New York Times best-selling author Essie Fox for a deep dive into the shadowy, mesmerising world of Gothic historical fiction. Essie shares her incredible journey from a 20-year career as a home-based illustrator to taking a leap of faith on a three-month creative writing course that changed her life.<br /><br...

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  How TV Drama Structure Makes Your Novel Impossible to Put Down. An interview with Charlotte Robinson.

  Apr 21, 20261h 5mS17

  In this episode of The Writing Community Chat Show, Chris sits down with UK-based television producer, script editor, and debut author, Charlotte Robinson!Charlotte brings an incredible wealth of storytelling knowledge from the screen to the page. After working her way up from an on-set runner (mastering the art of making the perfect cup of tea), she became a driving creative force behind major TV hits like Sky’s Fortitude, Amazon Prime’s adaptation of The Power, and Steven Knight’s A Thousand Blows for Disney+.<br /><br />Now, she’s translating that high-stakes, binge-worthy pacing into her highly anticipated debut sc...

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  Mastering Romance & TikTok: Fiona Lucas on Character Arcs, Plot Twists, and Going Viral.

  Apr 8, 20261h 3mS17

  Welcome back to another fantastic episode of The Writing Community Chat Show! With over 400 interviews under our belts - chatting with everyone from indie debutants to NYT bestsellers - we are incredibly proud to continue bringing you the very best insights into the publishing world. It’s been an amazing journey recently reaching number 3 in the top 10 writing podcasts in the UK, and we couldn’t do it without this brilliant community.<br /><br />This week, we are thrilled to welcome the award-winning author of contemporary women’s fiction and romance, Fiona Lucas (also known for her decades of enchanting reader...

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