How Ali Lowe Became a Bestselling Thriller Author | Writing, Publishing & Inspiration

Ali Lowe joins us to discuss the real journey behind becoming a published thriller author.Originally from the UK and now based in Australia, Ali shares how she moved from a successful journalism career into fiction writing and eventually became a bestselling novelist.In this conversation we explore her creative process, the inspiration behind her latest thriller The Second Wife, and the realities of navigating the publishing industry.Ali also talks about balancing writing with family life, overcoming rejection and confidence challenges, and the importance of supportive author communities.This episode offers an honest and insightful look at the path to publishing — perfect for readers, writers, and anyone curious about how books are really made.Topics covered include:Transitioning from journalism to writing novelsThe impact of the Faber Academy writing courseFinding inspiration for thrillersSecuring agents and publishing dealsBalancing writing with family lifeHandling feedback, reviews and rejectionAuthor communities and support networksOpportunities for TV and film adaptationsFollow Ali LoweInstagramFacebookTwitterAli's website