Leigh Turner diplomacy and writing
Leigh Turner, a former British ambassador, hosts this podcast exploring his experiences in diplomacy, along with his passion for books and writing. Each episode offers insights into the world of international relations, literature, and the craft of writing, drawn from his distinguished career. Listeners can expect thoughtful reflections on global affairs and the stories that shape our understanding of them.
Episodes
77. Don't let jobs destroy you
"Don't let jobs destroy you" looks at the case of a former colleague of mine whose health was damaged by overwork. What could she have done differently? Was the problem a bad boss? Discrimination? I look at why you shouldn't jump to conclusions. In particular, don't assume there's nothing you can do. Leaving the job isn't always right, either. But being aware of the p
76. How to learn languages
One of my most popular TikTok videos is called "How to learn languages". Maybe people like it because I reveal how difficult I myself find learning them! My book "Lessons in Diplomacy" contains several stories showing how hopeless I've always been at learning grammar for e.g. German or Turkish. But I've clawed my way to a reasonable command of lots of languages despite
75. Anyone can be a diplomat - true or false?
When I published a video on my Instagram saying "Anyone can be a diplomat", I got a lot of support - and a lot of pushback. Some people found the idea that anyone could be a diplomat empowering. Others said "it's just not true. You have to know the right people." Which is true? For more about real-life diplomacy and the nuts and bolts of what diplomats and ambassadors reall
74. Costa Rica: Turtles, beaches, jungles and gold
Costa Rica is home to some of the most spectacular natural beauty on the planet, as well as teeming with wildlife and world-class beaches. The Pre-Columbian Gold Museum in San Jose is a marvel of design and beauty. On the Pacific Coast, you can watch both mother turtles laying their eggs and baby turtles hatching and running the gauntlet of countless predators to try and reach the ocean. This is t
73. Colombia: tragic and hopeful
Colombia at last! Who knows the main sights of Colombia, a country as large as Germany, France and the Netherlands combined? I visited Medellin, with its tragic history and story of hope; and Cartagena, with its Caribbean beat, mighty castles and exquisite food and drink. You can find many pictures to accompany this podcast at https://rleighturner.com/colombia/. #colombia #medellin #cartagena #tra
72. Ecuador: The Galapagos, Cotopaxi and more
From an icy climb up the Cotopaxi volcano to a boat trip around the Galapagos, Ecuador is breathtaking. Explore the highest active volcano in the world, spectacular Quito, and the world-famous fascination of the Galapagos Islands.Pictures and text to accompany this blog post are here on my website. #ecuador #Cotopaxi #Galapagos #quito #gianttortoise
71. Peru: Machu Picchu and The Sacred Valley
Peru is home to some of the greatest treasures in Latin America, including Machu Picchu. But there's much, much more to explore, from the ancient Inca capital of Cusco, the astonishing fortress of Saqsayhuaman, the Sacred Valley, Ollantaytambo, and Lima on the arid Pacific coast. Pictures and text to accompany this blog post are here on my website. #machupicchu #peru #lima #ollantaytambo #saqsayh
70. Chile: Glaciers, Volcanoes and Deserts
Chile is one of the world's most spectacular countries. Join a life-changing exploration of everything from the glaciers, fjords and vanished peoples of Patagonia in the south to Moon Valley, geysers and the Atacama Desert in the north. In between we visit the Lake District; ascend the perfect volcanic cone of Mount Osorno; and consider the life-affirming properties of a Pisco sour. Pictures a
69. "Luxury Spa": an Austrian Hotel Story
“Luxury Spa” is the thirteenth in Leigh Turner's "Hotel Story" series, and the first set in Austria. Ms N is the world’s most glamorous, brilliant and mischievous hotel manager. She loves to solve problems – especially when they are caused by men. She and her colleague Tatiana travel to the HealCol 2000 well-being and weight-loss luxury spa, high in the Austrian Alps, for a well-earn
68. Salonica, City of Ghosts
"Salonica - City of Ghosts" is an eery, elegiac portrait of a city that - in many respects - had a completely different identity to modern Thessaloniki. " This podcast is based on my review of Mark Mazower's book of the same name about Greece's second city and its tragic history, including the extermination of its majority Jewish population. #Thessaloniki #Thessalonica #Salo
67. Lessons in Diplomacy: Germans and other stereotypes
"German punctuality is a myth that German diplomats work hard to dispel. I... regularly attended meetings of European Union ambassadors where our German colleagues seemed to make it a point of honour to be the last to arrive." From Chapter 10 of Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties: "How to know people". #diplomacy #lessonsindiplomacy #diplomat #diplomats
66. Lessons in Diplomacy: The Dangers of Power
Being the most powerful country in the world may sound appealing. But there are big downsides. "Many people couldn't believe that the US was as vulnerable as 9/11 seemed to suggest. But another factor was at play, too: reflex anti-Americanism." From Chapter 15 of Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties: "How to make diplomacy reflect our changing world". #
65. Lessons in Diplomacy: Why did the US bomb Iran?
Why did the US bomb Iran? We can learn much from the failed US intervention in Somalia in the early 1990s, culminating in the Battle of Mogadishu. This podcast is adapted from part of Chapter 15 of Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties: "How to make diplomacy reflect our changing world". #Iran #trump #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat
64. "Blood Summit": Chapters 2 and 3
Listen to Chapters 2 and 3 of my Berlin thriller "Blood Summit", with diplomat action hero Helen Gale. The Prologue and Chapter 1 are in the previous podcast. You can find "Blood Summit" on Amazon. #writing #writingtips #thrillers #thriller #international #books #book #booktok #Berlin #Germany
63. "Blood Summit" - Prologue and Chapter 1
Listen to the Prologue and Chapter 1 of my Berlin thriller "Blood Summit", with diplomat action hero Helen Gale. Chapters 2 and 3 will be in a future podcast. You can find "Blood Summit" on Amazon. #writing #writingtips #thrillers #thriller #international #books #book #booktok #Berlin #Germany
62. Lessons in Diplomacy Chapter 5: How to understand Putin's war on Ukraine
"President Putin's unprovoked invasions of Ukraine in 2014 and 2022 turned diplomacy on its head. In response, countries supporting Ukraine must show strategic patience... and explore how the Russian leader got his decision so wrong." From Chapter 5 of Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties: "How to understand Putin's war on Ukraine". #Ukraine #Russia #
61. Lessons in Diplomacy Chapter 4: How (not) to introduce democracy
"The fact that many ordinary Russians fear that the alternative to authoritarianism is chaos in part reflects their grim experience of the 1990s." From Chapter 4 of Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties: "How (not) to introduce democracy". #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat #booksfordiplomacy #diplomacybook #booksaboutdiplomacy #Ru
60. Lessons in Diplomacy Chapter 3: How to Fail at Geopolitical Change: Brexit
"I was surprised to find a political adviser telling off a senior cabinet minister in this way. I was even more surprised when [Boris] Johnson ate humble pie, apologising profusely even though it was not his fault." From Chapter 3 of "Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties": "How to fail at geopolitical change: Brexit". #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassado
59. Lessons in Diplomacy Chapter 2: How to Tackle Terrorism
"Should you ever get a chance to take part in a counter-terrorism exercise, step forward... but never volunteer to be a hostage." From Chapter 2 of "Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties": "How to Tackle Terrorism". #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat #booksfordiplomacy #diplomacybook #booksaboutdiplomacy #terrorism
58. Lessons in Diplomacy Chapter 1: How to Survive a Crisis
"A bomb has exploded in Ankara. A big one. City centre." My colleague from the British embassy in the capital of Turkey, five hours' drive to the east, sounded shaken. "Should we declare a crisis?" From Chapter 1 of "Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties": "How to Survive a Crisis". #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #
57. Lessons in Diplomacy: Prologue
Meet Ray: "a shambling, swarthy, sunken-eyed bear of a man... the first thing I saw when I peered into the cab was his butcher's arms: broad and sheened with sweat". One of a host of fascinating characters who taught me the lessons in the book "Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties". #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat #booksfordip
56. A complete short story: "The Two Rooms"
"The Two Rooms" is one of my "Hotel Stories". It features Ms N, the most brilliant and occasionally homicidal hotel managers in the world, and her beautiful, smart but naive colleague, Tatiana. I'm afraid I'm not brilliant at accents - particularly US accents! But I hope you enjoy the story. Any voice actors out there who fancy doing a better version? Get in touch and -
55. Lessons in Diplomacy: How to be invited to the King's Birthday Party
How do get invited to the King's Birthday Party in a British Embassy overseas? Find out more in my new book Lessons in Diplomacy. It might be easier than you think! I hope you enjoy the book. #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat #booksfordiplomacy #diplomacybook #booksaboutdiplomacy
54. Lessons in Diplomacy: How to become an ambassador
How do you become an ambassador? My new book Lessons in Diplomacy explores what diplomacy can teach us all. Here is a run-through of the main chapters and sections, from "How to become an ambassador" through "How to survive a crisis", "How to handle politicians" and "How to drink wine and know things" to "How to make diplomacy reflect our changing wor
53. The Tunnel Under the World
Are the conspiracy theories right? What if the entire world, as we perceive it, is controlled by shadowy forces? A 1955 short story helped begin a strong tradition of tales exploring alternative realities. You can find the story on which this podcast is based on my blog, here. Other blog posts mentioned in the podcast are The Machine Stops and Vintage Season. I recommend them both. #sci-fi #storie
52. Lessons in Diplomacy: When leaders think they're invincible
Why did Russian mercenary leader Yevgeny Prigozhin allow Vladimir Putin to kill him after Prigozhin's mutiny in 2023? Prigozhin might have taken more care if he'd seen the classic early 1990s Russian movie Burnt by the Sun. More about this in my book Lessons in Diplomacy. #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat #booksfordiplomacy #diplomacybook #booksaboutdiplomacy #pimm
51. Lessons in Diplomacy: The Perfect Pimm's
From my book "Lessons in Diplomacy": How to make the perfect Pimm's. Watch the video of Antonio making a mouthwatering Pimms at https://rleighturner.com/perfect-pimms/. #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat #booksfordiplomacy #diplomacybook #booksaboutdiplomacy #pimms #perfectpimms #rleighturner
50. The Three-Body Problem
"The Three-Body Problem" is out on Netflix. Some Chinese critics are reportedly angered by the series' depiction of China. I can see why. Let's look at the book, and how the Netflix version compares.
You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based on my rleighturner.com website.
49. Lessons in Diplomacy: The Welsh Secret Service
I don’t usually reveal top secret information in these podcasts. But here, exclusively, I want to talk about the Welsh Secret Service. More about the WSS in my book Lessons in Diplomacy: Politics, Power and Parties. #Wales #Welsh #diplomacy #ambassador #ambassadors #diplomat #diplomats #diplomat #booksfordiplomacy #diplomacybook #booksaboutdiplomacy #conspiracy #conspiracytheory
48. Does Duolingo work? How to learn languages
"Yes, but." A former diplomat assesses Duolingo against other methods. Since I recorded this, Duolingo has introduced a much meaner regime for non-paying users, making it more or less impossible to use without a subscription. #languages #learning #Duolingo #languageapps
47. Cocktails for Women
How women handle cocktails - and men. Stand by for fireworks in this interview with Ms N, hotel manager extraordinary, alongside the narrator of the "Hotel Stories" Tatiana, and bartender Amanda. #cocktails #martini #martinis #women #feminist
46. Ukraine Fatigue
Is the world suffering from "Ukraine fatigue"? It is, and it matters immensely. The security of all of us is at stake - wherever in the world you live.
You can read the post on which this podcast is based, and related material about Russia's war against Ukraine, on my website at: https://rleighturner.com/ukraine-fatigue/
45. How to Write 10 Books
How do you get started writing a book - or 10? Here are a few tips. You can read the post on which this podcast is based here: How to write a book - or ten. #writing #writingtips #thrillers #thriller #international #books #book #booktok #stories #story
44. Fighting terrorism
What MI5 taught me about "fighting terrorism".
43. What an author does
What is this author doing right now? A snapshot of every iron in the fire.
42. Retirement - what went wrong
What’s full-time writing like? What are the pitfalls? How do you make the most of it? And what did I do wrong?
Here is the blog on which this podcast is based, with links and pictures.
41. How I wrote "The Hitchhiker's Guide to Diplomacy"
Writing “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Diplomacy” was fascinating and demanding. It will be published in German on 12 April 2023, by Czernin Verlag, Vienna. How did this happen? You can read more about the book at my website, here. To buy the book - which is in German - go to your local bookshop; to the Czernin Verlag website; or to Amazon.
40. "The Hitchhiker's Guide to Diplomacy - Wie Diplomatie die Welt erklärt"
A podcast in German. Ein Podcast auf Deutsch. Mein neues Buch “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to Diplomacy – Wie Diplomatie die Welt erklärt” (Czernin Verlag, Wien) erscheint am 12. April 2023. Sie können das Buch vormerken (oder nach dem 12.4.23 kaufen) bei Czernin Verlag oder bei Amazon.de. Mehr information über das Buch finden Sie auf meinem rleighturner.com blog.
Willkommen in der Welt der echten Dip
39. "Britches" - the beginning of the very first "Hotel Story".
In the first scene from the first Hotel Story, "Britches", the hotel's owner threatens the beautiful but naive Tatiana. Will Ms N, the world's greatest and deadliest hotel manager, rescue her before it is too late? You can find all Leigh Turner's books, and where to buy them, here.
38. Russia-Ukraine ceasefire: why not?
Any sane person wants to end wars. Many people have argued that a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war might help reduce suffering. Others say that supplying arms to Ukraine simply prolongs the war. Here's why they are wrong. The situation is grim: but both a ceasefire or reducing arms supplies would be counterproductive - including for those who seek peace and want to end the suffering.
Links and
37. John Savage in therapy: an interview
"John Savage, formerly First Secretary, British Embassy Moscow: Transcript of trauma counselling, session 12".
Why is John Savage, the hero of my Istanbul thriller, "Palladium", such a damaged character? Have a listen to this interview between him and his psychotherapist, Dr Bergbaum, about events in Moscow some 15 years earlier, and how he was thrown out of the Secret Intelligence Service as a r
36. Writing Resources
Resources to help writers. We look at how to write articles and blogs; how to write a novel; dealing with rejections; a selection of writing courses - and much more. Have a listen to some friendly advice.
For all the links, see my blog here: Resources for Writers.
35. Russia-Ukraine War explainer July 2022
A summer 2022 update on what is happening in Russia's war on Ukraine. Why it matters - and why what we must do next won't be easy. The picture shows Sverdlovsk, in eastern Ukraine, when I visited in 2010. It has been occupied by Russia since 2014.
Links and further background at this blog.
34. Dr Wortle's School - a study in taboos
Were the people of 19th Century England obnoxious moralists? What if they were no worse than we are today? Also available as a blog post.
33. Does the "Palladium" exist? An interview with an archaeology professor
Top journalist Misty Anderson interviews Turkish archaeology professor Elif Mutlu about the mysterious Palladium. Why, Misty asks, do many people believe it protects Istanbul, while others argue it does not exist?
What do you think? Also available as a blog.
32. Russia/Ukraine: When deception is official policy
What three things must you always bear in mind when you hear Russian official statements about Ukraine? Also available as a blog.
31. Goldfinger - is this vile book worth reading?
Ian Fleming's "Goldfinger", written in 1959, is full of vile sexism, homophobia and prejudice. Is it still worth reading? Also available as a blog.
30. How you can help Ukraine - long term - by drinking vodka
Why is Ukrainian vodka the best in the world? What else makes it unique? You may be surprised to learn how "Horilka" could become as famous as Scotch or Champagne. Also available as a blog.
29. Reverse Conspiracy theories and Ukraine
Whose fault is the President Putin's invasion of Ukraine? What about the Soviet invasion of Hungary, or the building of the Berlin Wall? Think twice before you ascribe blame or you may be a victim of "reverse conspiracy theories". Also available as a blog.
28. Russia-Ukraine war - why is it happening?
Who is really responsible for the devastating Russia-Ukraine war? It may not be who you think. Why did President Putin do a U-turn? Listen to find out what really brought about a catastrophic war at the heart of Europe. #Russia #Ukraine #Putin #RussiaUkraine
27. The inside story: publishing a thriller - the cover art
My Istanbul thriller "Palladium" has been eleven years in the making. This podcast introduces the cover art: how it came to be designed, what input I made, and how the results came out. Find out how an author gets involved in the cover of the book - or not! Since I made this podcast, the publishers have changed the cover again.
You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based, and see th
26. Why "Ulysses" matters - and you can read it
"Ulysses" matters: 100 years after Joyce's great masterpiece first appeared, you can read and enjoy it on many levels. A quotation shows why you have nothing to be afraid of.
"Of course, Mr B proceeded to stipulate, you must look at both sides of the question."
A discussion of James Joyce and "Ulysses", illustrated by a few quotes. My main messages: a) Ulysses matters, and b) it's not necessarily
25. A study in stubbornness and relationships: "He Knew He Was Right"
In "He Knew He Was Right", Anthony Trollope shows he is an outstanding writer on relationships between the sexes. Lessons on gender from 1869 are 100% relevant today.
How men think, how women think and whether there is a difference is one of the abiding puzzles of life. We all want to understand other people. Many of us want to understand the opposite sex.
How to understand women, or men? You
24. Diplomacy and the media
Media skills aren't just a useful add-on for diplomats. These days they're fundamental to getting the job done, in diplomacy as in many other careers. When a crisis erupts, or you are thrust in front of a TV camera or a cluster of microphones, it's no good thinking "I should have done the media training". But there are lots of ways you can prepare yourself, in addition to for
23. Why Tuchman's law could change your life
American historian Barbara Tuchman came up with an elegant formula relevant to keeping things in perspective in today's bad news saturated internet age. You may even find her law helps you. You can read the post on which this short podcast is based at my rleighturner.com blog. Happy listening.
22. A Horror Story for Christmas
"The Second Phial" is a complete short story set in the Moscow of 1993. It is a horror story - I hope.
This podcast is not suitable for children.
Friends sometimes ask me: 'where do your ideas come from?' When they read, or listen to, "The Second Phial", they tend to ask 'I don't want to know where you get your ideas from'. Don't read it if you are easily disturbed. But please do subscribe t
21. Dealing with rejection and writer's block: 7 tips
Rejection and writer's block are constant companions for many writers. I've been there. But don't despair - you can do lots of things to regain your mojo and your motivation. Here are seven tips on how to cope - and maybe turn challenges into opportunities. You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com blog. Thanks for listening. Episode photo © Stefan Arnswald.
20. Writing tips: how to use Scenes and Sequels
Scenes and sequels are a great way to ensure your story is strong, packed with tension, and flows well. They can also help to structure - and speed up - your writing. This podcast, based on this blog post, includes some practical examples from my Berlin thriller "Blood Summit" - you can read those examples on the blog. You can read more than fifty other blog posts of writing tips at my rleighturne
19. Christmas book gifts? The wonderful Heywood Hill
Sick and tired of Amazon? The UK firm Heywood Hill offers a suspiciously brilliant book service I've enjoyed immensely this year. It may be worth a look if you're searching for Christmas gifts for book lovers.
You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com blog. Thanks for listening.
18. A Hotel Story: Mr Smith Sees Red
Mr Smith is a top manager who thinks he knows better than any woman. When he comes to the hotel of top hotelier Ms N and her beautiful but naive ally Tatiana, they must fight to overcome him. How can they succeed? Listen to an excerpt as Mr Smith confronts Ms Gentle, a visitor to the hotel.
You can read the whole of "Mr Smith Sees Red" on Amazon: https://geni.us/MrSmithSeesRed
17. Stopping work: how it feels
Thoughts on stopping work to write full time, after 42 years working for Her Majesty's Government. Humiliation - or liberation? - at a reception. What I'm doing next. And what you can do to help me. You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my robertpimm.com blog. Thanks for listening.
16. The Zhivago Affair
How censorship worked in Soviet Russia. The tragic story of the destruction of Boris Pasternak, author of "Doctor Zhivago". You can read the post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com writing, books and stories blog. Thanks for listening!
15. How to get published
I recently signed a contract with US full-service publishing house Immortal Works for my Istanbul thriller PALLADIUM. How did that contract come about? How did I write the book, and market it? And what can you learn from this? This is the first of several podcasts describing my author journey, which I shall produce over the coming months. You can also read the blog post on which this podcast
14. Blood Summit: Chapters 2 and 3
Following on from the Prologue and Chapter 1 of my Berlin thriller Blood Summit in the previous episode, this podcast presents Chapters 2 and 3. Things are about to get worst for our heroine, Helen Gale.
You can buy Blood Summit here.
13. Blood Summit: Murder in Berlin
Counter-terrorism expert Helen Gale has one job: to protect world leaders at a summit at the Berlin Reichstag. But terrorists take hostage presidents, prime ministers, one hundred innocent children – and Helen’s husband.Then the executions start.Listen to the Prologue and Chapter 1 of my Berlin thriller "Blood Summit" on this podcast. Chapters 2 and 3 are in the next podcast. You can r
12. Anthony Trollope: 11 reasons to read him
Anthony Trollope is one of the most brilliant and rewarding authors you have never read. He invented the letter box and his novels boil with strong women. You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com writing blog. Thanks for listening!
11. W Somerset Maugham: why read him?
Why read W Somerset Maugham? Not only for the wisdom set out in my podcast "Books 3: Sex, Turnips and the Meaning of Life: W Somerset Maugham", but because his classic tales will electrify you. You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com writing blog. Thanks for listening!
10. Sex, Turnips and the Meaning of Life: W Somerset Maugham
The writer W Somerset Maugham compares turnips and sex. Is he wise, or daft? Can we use his wisdom - if any - to make ourselves happier? You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com writing blog. Thank you for listening!
9. Writing the perfect article or blog (part 3): worked examples
This is the third of three podcast on how to write the perfect article or blog. It is based on my article "The perfect article or blog part 3: worked examples". You can listen to the previous episodes on this podcast. Comments, feedback and requests for future podcasts welcome.
8. Writing the perfect article or blog (part 2): nut-grafs and cosmic kickers
This is the second of three podcasts on how to write the perfect article or blog. It is based on my article "Nut-grafs and cosmic kickers: writing the perfect article or blog (Part 2 of 3)". More writing tips to follow! Comments, feedback and ideas gratefully received.
7. Writing the perfect article or blog (part 1)
The rules professionals use for writing the perfect article or blog. This is the first of three linked podcasts on this subject: see the next two at Podcast 7 and Podcast 8. This podcast is based on the article on my robertpimm.com blog "Writing the perfect article or blog: 7 tips to speed things up (Part 1 of 3)". Thanks for listening.
6. "Fixing It": a complete short story
"Fixing It" is a complete short story I wrote as flash fiction on a writing course in Loutro, on the beautiful Greek island of Crete. You can read the whole story - and much other stuff - on my rleighturner.com website. On the same website you can read a review of the Loutro writing course.
5. "Aunts aren't Gentlemen" by PG Wodehouse
Is "Aunts aren't Gentlemen" the funniest Wodehouse? It certainly is one of my favourites. Here are ten exquisite quotations for you to relish. You can read the blog post on which this episode is based at my rleighturner.com writing blog. Thank you for listening!
4. Stephen King on writing
In his book "On Writing", Stephen King explains how he never plans his books, but just gets started. Should you plan a novel in advance, or not? A few tips.
You can read more tips about writing on my rleighturner.com writing blog. More writing tips to follow! Thank you for listening. Comments and feedback humbly accepted.
3. Short story: "The Two Rooms"
"The Two Rooms" is a complete short story taken from the book "Seven Hotel Stories", available on Amazon. I started writing these tales when fate brought me into contact with the type of luxurious hotels most of us can only dream of, in countries where hotels are the meeting place for the top people in society. All the stories feature glamorous, petite Ms N - the world's best, and deadliest, hot
2. "50 Shades of Grey": 5 reasons it's a masterpiece, 5 reasons it's awful
Is "50 Shades of Grey", by E L James, brilliant, entertaining erotic literature, or a misogynistic horror-show? You can read the blog post on which this podcast is based at my rleighturner.com writing blog. More books and writers to follow! Thank you for listening. Comments and feedback humbly accepted.
1. Tips for writing novels - and enjoying it
How does an ambassador - or anyone - combine writing with the day job? Can you find time for writing a book - or two, or eight? Do writing targets help? You can read more tips about writing on my rleighturner.com writing blog. Do get in touch! #writing #writingtips #thrillers #thriller #international #books #book #booktok #stories #story
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