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Finding Elara
by DL Nix
Building worlds with words and sharing those words with the world.A podcast for writers, world builders and artists that would like to take a mindful look inside their creations. This is an interview series that provides an opportunity for Authors to share their Worldbuilding style and Mindfulness tactics.
Episodes
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S03E05-105 Lexy Delorme Interview Part 2 of 2
Guest Bio: What are your Goals/aspirations/dreams going forward? About the Author Lexy Shaw Delorme (writing as LS Delorme) is the award-winning author of The Limerent Series, a genre-defying collection of emotionally charged novels which includes Caio, Bright Midnights, Fanning Fireflies, and...
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S03E04-104 Lexy Delorme Interview Part 1 of 2
Show Notes: Once a popstar - became a Lawyer - Became an Ex-pat and started writing Golden Wizard Award for YA Loves talking to people about the books. Always been interested in writing Started travel writing about travelling with Kids When at angus steak house - Told Hubby she wanted to write.…
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S03E03-103 Cecelia de Gzell Interview Part 2 of 2
Host: DL Nix Guest: Cecelia de Gzell Show Notes: Worldbuilding starts with the characters Returned to old haunts for research with the fam. There is a contemporary framework for the setting. Some of the characters have smatterings of people that she is familiar with. Medical terminology listed at...
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S03E02-102 Cecelia de Gzell Interview Part 1 of 2
Host: Dianna Evans Guest: Cecelia De Gzell Show Notes: First Book June 2025 Second book March 10 2026. Lost count with the number od Drafts for the first draft. Used a self publishing service - The book Reality Always loved reading and writing but knew it wasn't a career. Didn't grow up in a...
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101 S03E01 Welcome
Show Notes Solo show with Dianna so she can share the plan for the series. She gave updates on the podcast, Writing, BCP and Personal adventures. Contact Finding Elara Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/findingelara/ Tiktok:...
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100th Episode Special from host to guest with Dianna and Izzy
Host: Izzy Guest: DL Nix Show Notes: Izzy steps up to the mike for the first time and interview Dianna about her creative journey and her plans for the future od Finding Elara and Bushland Castely Productions. Guest Bio: DL Nix (Dianna) is an Author, Podcaster and Publisher from the Wheatbelt of...
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IBF28 099 - Ian Hooper Minisode
Show Notes: Interview: Dianna Ian Andrew for Fiction and Ian Hooper for memoirs and Poems Started the Indie Author Book fair has lots of help First book, a time to every purpose Was lucky to have book reviewed and sold well. Because of the coverage build confidence Ran a training course and then...
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IBF27 098 - Shannon Riley Minisode
Show Notes: Interview: Dianna Has full romantasy trilogy 99% Romance with a little variety Inspired by Nan who was also an author Wanted to be an author since she was 10 Went for self publishing because she wanted creative control. Had an idea how hard small business was going to be but learning...
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IBF26 097 - Vanessa Savundra Minisode
Show Notes: Interview: Paul It is about a star (Baby) being Born The star is the person listening Baby board book. Deliberately black and white for focus Has rounded corners, thick cardboard and glossy features Designed for practical use Wrote 21 years ago when eldest son born Rhyming couplet…
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IBF25 096 - Vanessa Joyce Minisode
Show Notes: Interview: Dianna Been writing since 16 - thriller and romance Sitting with Son Cayden who has kids books Describe: Outside box, big on merch, like big events, explore different genres Writes what she wants to read Plenty of books planned for both in the future Self pub: was more…
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IBF24 095 - Brett Cole Minisode
Show Notes: Interview: Paul Narrative Nonfiction Dedication to His Daughter Second book is Fiction Writing journey between two books are different Type of Author: Colourful, Honest, Raw, Insightful Enjoyed English in school Has had quite a journey and have shared Lesson: Some good can come from...
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IBF23 094 - Murray Hall Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Dianna Stories learnt from 2 different directions When Mother passed away found 100 year old letters Prefers to write in silence. There is a lot of time spent in research. He loves the research part. First Book took 5 years and the second was 18 months because it brewed…
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IBF22 093 - Gaye Mcbride Minisode
Show Notes: Interview: Paul Started out down south and is widely travelled Started a charmed life after her Mum was born Both books are personal journey and conversations with spirit Published with the help of Ian Describe: Happy Enjoyed the process. Would encourage new people to give it a go...
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IBF21 092 - Heather Salter-Purves Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Dianna Part of BCP Creative Squire's Always been creative Grew up with Old School Fantasy Pre-evolution of Cursed Cove was the first book. Writes Sapphic Dictates her stories - Started typing. Least favourite part is Editing Chose Indie to Dip toe in. Some stories that…
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IBF20 091 - Paul Hewer Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Paul Started in the 90s Started writing as an exercise Was inspired by Nanowrimo - Then kept on writing. Came from an IT Background Likes editing the best New, Economical, Cinematic Didn't really know what he was in for a the start Assisted by Lescenault Press Found his...
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IBF19 090 - Teena Raffa-Mulligan Minisode
Show Notes: Interview: Dianna Has her own show Not the Plot Has been a book lover and story writer for as long as she can remember Always new she wanted to be a writer Also wanted to be a professional Ballerina Anyone on a Creative path will face a lot of doubt, rejection and upset Takes…
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IBF18 089 - Narelle Wynter Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Paul Tries not to buy chocolate too much Pediatric speech pathologist and literacy tutor Wanted to write a book that was fun for kids Wanted to inspire kids to eat vegies Only 9% of children eat enough vegies Created a learning experience. There is the book and a vegie…
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IBF17 088 - R.C. Dacre Minisode
Show Notes: Interview1: Paul Sausage Dog adventure Series Jack is named after her Son Robin is named after her Daughter Always had a Sausage dog in the family Self Illustrated 5 Words: Creative, Bringing people together Did a lot of research and learnt alot Does publishing for others More books...
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IBF16 087 - Natasha Madden Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Dianna Experienced with fairs Started writing when she was 35 Book one and 2 were originally 1 book. Always loved fantasy Went Indi because didn't feel the need to go through queries and submissions. Tip: Follow your heart and do your research Writes at 5am in the…
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IBF15 086 - Torah Channing Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Dianna Started thinking of the idea and it pretty much wrote itself. She is a plantser There is a 4.5 star spice rating. She tries to think outside the box. Has had a fascination with flying Self publishing is not as easy as she thought but did it all herself Tip, try not...
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IBF14 085 - Danielle D Drummond Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Dianna Her parent live in Bunbury to was a good chance to visit. Always been creative went from short stories to Poetry Found Writing to help with Mental health balance Started writing a kingdom of curses 2 and a half years ago. Brought unique merch for the event, tarot…...
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IBF13 084 - David Blacker Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Paul Recently retired neurologist. Was diagnosed in 2018 with Parkinson's himself. Wanted to share his knowledge and help others Shared journey built connections can help offer other hope. Can feel better than you did before if you start implementing changes Changes are...
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IBF12 083 - David Cornford Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Paul Been writing for as far as he can remember. Hails from England. Inspired by David Gemmel. Has novellas onlines and Chosen of the realm is by print. Had no idea how hard Indie author publishing would be. Being in control of process is fascinating. 5 words: I am a work...
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IBF11 082 - D. G. Loermans Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Dianna Always interested in creative writing, D&D and Role play. Was inspired by artwork There is a follow on book. Likes sci fi and fantasy There are addiction considerations with Tattoos. Made up most lore as it is so many years in the future. Created new religious…
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IBF10 081 - Pete Mitchell Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1 - Darwins wake and short story collection Úse the book fair as motivation for short story book Had a raffle on the day including elements from stories in his read my shorts book. Started helping Author Friend with editing which inspired his own writing. Enjoys novel length...
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IBF9 080 - Isabelle Fleay Minisode
Episode Description 8 Show Notes: Interview 1 - Paul First Book fair. Plans for the series to have 5 books Never read growing up until about 17 Hobby while working FIFO Wrote 2 book in a year while working Great community in the fiction world Went into publishing blind had so much support from...
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IBF8 079 - Mark Aeschlimann Minisode
Episode Description (number) Show Notes: Interview 1 - Paul Started writing when a teenager Took it seriously in 2019 Published in 2024 inspired him to keep going Feedback had been good 5 words: Creator of unique magical worlds Loves D&D and Indepth worldbuilding Worlds have magical tech Fantasy...
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IBF7 078 - Claire Butler Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1 - Dianna Has awesome accent - mixed Published first book in 2023 5 words Fantasy Romance, Romantasy, Indi, Addictive First book to reclaim a Kingdom Wrote during maternity leave - baby was good sleep Took academic approach to self publishing so was aware of requirements 1...
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IBF6 078 - Robin Murarka Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1 - Paul Writing all his life and took it serious in 2014 with first book Akin Literary fiction writer - subjects are generally darker and confronting. 5 words: Human, Intense, uncensored, Verbose Drew him into writing LF - comes natural to him. His writing is sort of…
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IBF5 076 - Tricia Tevaskis Minisode
Episode Description (number) Show Notes: Interview 1: Paul Always loved reading School loved writing stories Studied creative writing after getting teacher quals 5 words: Organic, Conservative, Compassionate, Diligent, Optimistic You have to be optimistic to take on writing Had no idea how hard...
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IBF4 075 - Khaiah Thomson Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Dianna Best contact is looking up Khaiah or Hawkeye books Loves YA fiction and fantasy. The first book was entered into a competition with Hawkeye and won. Great supportive and encouraging publisher 5 words: YA Fantasy Coming of age. Help shape who people want to be…
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IBF3 074 - Nicole Bazley Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1: Paul Always been a reader Stared story 10 years ago Psychic encouraged her to finish the story Hubby pusher her over the line Has 2 covers for the book depending on peoples interest 5 word: Emotionally driven, Raw, Love, Romance, Spicy Loves a happily ever after. Had no...
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IBF2 073 - E.A. OLIVIERI Minisode
Show Notes: Interview 1 - WIth Dianna First Book Fair Grew up in a creative family (Artists) Started writing writing with Covid 5 Words: Chaotic, Brainfoggy, Slow Writer - she takes her time, Perfectionist. Always Fantasy fan. Shirley Barber books when growing up. Has Tolkien tattoo Lots of…
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IBF1 072 - Bookfair Minisode Intro
Show Notes: Huge Thanks to everyone that Helped with the Show. Link to the Livestream https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=207JEYON-ps Sponsor Info This Event has been sponsored by the Australian Cultural Fund...
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S02E33-071 Season Finale
We will be back on the 7th of January for Season 3 Contact the Team Finding Elara Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/FindingElara Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap8EWpPn BCP Website: www.bcpcreative.com.au BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bcp.creative/ BCP facebook:...
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S02E32-070 An essential component with Tony James Slater
Guest Bio Tony James Slater is an unusual combination of science-fiction author and travel-memoir writer. He is a very, very strange man. He believes himself to be indestructible, despite considerable evidence to the contrary. He is often to be found making strange faces whilst pretending to be...
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S02E31-069 The subject is entirely Tony James Slater
Guest Bio Tony James Slater is an unusual combination of science-fiction author and travel-memoir writer. He is a very, very strange man. He believes himself to be indestructible, despite considerable evidence to the contrary. He is often to be found making strange faces whilst pretending to be...
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S02E30-068 Start with the part you love most with RA Sandpiper
Episode Description Guest Bio R A Sandpiper (she/her) is a British fantasy author from the south of England. She has a law degree she's never used despite spending five years in government-adjacent roles, loves games of all kinds (the nerdier the better), and will always dance at weddings. She's...
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S02E29-067 Not Pronunciation Police with RA Sandpiper
Guest Bio R A Sandpiper (she/her) is a British fantasy author from the south of England. She has a law degree she's never used despite spending five years in government-adjacent roles, loves games of all kinds (the nerdier the better), and will always dance at weddings. She's passionate about...
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S02E28-066 An entire world with Lorna Woulfe
Guest Bio Lorna Woulfe was born and raised in the state of Ohio. She has lived in such exotic locales as Denver CO, Los Angeles, CA, and Nashville, TN. She is the alter ego of L. Anne Wooley who writes nonfiction under that name. Her pen name was created to honor both sides of her family; Lorna…
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S02E27-065 When things fall into Place with Lorna Woulfe
Guest Bio Lorna Woulfe was born and raised in the state of Ohio. She has lived in such exotic locales as Denver CO, Los Angeles, CA, and Nashville, TN. She is the alter ego of L. Anne Wooley who writes nonfiction under that name. Her pen name was created to honor both sides of her family; Lorna…
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S02E26-064 White is for mourning with Elizabeth Chaffin
Guest Bio Elizabeth Chaffin is the creator of Bearded Rat Mysteries, through which she has written over 14 digital-download murder mystery games that have been sold around the world. She is also the author of two novels, Dead Man's Swamp and Newfangled Madness, published under the name E. M....
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S02E25-063 The way to it is through it with Elizabeth Chaffin
Guest Bio Elizabeth Chaffin is the creator of Bearded Rat Mysteries, through which she has written over 14 digital-download murder mystery games that have been sold around the world. She is also the author of two novels, Dead Man's Swamp and Newfangled Madness, published under the name E. M....
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S02E24-062 Pink, Sun and Sleeping Beauty with Poppy Solomon
Guest Bio Poppy Rose Solomon's novels are inspired by both her coastal childhood in Queensland and her love of escaping into magical worlds. Her debut series is four-book YA fantasy saga Woken Kingdom. She's also a professional editor and loves to help other authors cultivate their voice and tell...
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S02E23-061 Table, Cat and Scarlet Witch with Poppy Solomon
Guest Bio Poppy Rose Solomon's novels are inspired by both her coastal childhood in Queensland and her love of escaping into magical worlds. Her debut series is four-book YA fantasy saga Woken Kingdom. She's also a professional editor and loves to help other authors cultivate their voice and tell...
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S02E22-060 Looting the Treasure Chest
Dianna and Julz meet up again to reflect on the last 5 guests, favourite episodes in the last set and talk about the treasure chest. Discuss why the schedule is changing to weekly. Dianna continues on with the winners draw and close. Massive thank you to all of our sponsors Book reality and the...
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S02E21-059 There are no set rules with Ryan Null
Guest Bio I was born and raised in Indiana. I have three boys. My wife and I have been married for 15 years in August. I love grilling, writing, and working outside. I have six brothers and sisters. I love exploring the country and finding new spots. I have been to a few places. I have a trip...
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S02E20-058 Humbling opportunities with Ryan Null
Guest Bio I was born and raised in Indiana. I have three boys. My wife and I have been married for 15 years in August. I love grilling, writing, and working outside. I have six brothers and sisters. I love exploring the country and finding new spots. I have been to a few places. I have a trip...
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S02E19-057 Feeling comfortable in the space with Sue-Ellen Pashley
A writer of a copious amount of words (because if they didn't come out, she's sure her head would explode), Sue-Ellen writes everything from picture books to young adult and adult fantasies. A best-selling, internationally published author, she gets a real thrill out of not being able to read a...
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S02E18-056 Staying true to your voice with Sue-Ellen Pashley
A writer of a copious amount of words (because if they didn't come out, she's sure her head would explode), Sue-Ellen writes everything from picture books to young adult and adult fantasies. A best-selling, internationally published author, she gets a real thrill out of not being able to read a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Building worlds with words and sharing those words with the world.A podcast for writers, world builders and artists that would like to take a mindful look inside their creations. This is an interview series that provides an opportunity for Authors to share their Worldbuilding style and Mindfulness tactics.
HOSTED BY
DL Nix
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Building worlds with words and sharing those words with the world.A podcast for writers, world builders and artists that would like to take a mindful look inside their creations. This is an interview series that provides an opportunity for Authors to share their Worldbuilding style and Mindfulness...
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