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Mark Stay's Creative Differences

Mark Stay

Booking Overview

A monthly interview podcast focused on writing craft, creative careers, and the practical realities of publishing, typically featuring conversations with fellow fiction authors. Suitable pitches include novelists, debut or award-winning authors, independent publishing specialists, and writers with useful perspectives on book launches, author platforms, or creative process; booking difficulty is low because the show regularly features accessible working writers from the host’s professional circle.

Metrics

Episodes: 29

Frequency: Monthly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: United Kingdom

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

unusuallytallstories@gmail.com

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Host

Mark Stay - Writer and author who discusses the creative process, writing practice, and the practical realities of building a career in publishing.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Published fiction authors, including debut, independent, award-winning, and genre writers with practical experience to share about writing and publishing.
Required Achievements:  
Published novels or short story collections, Writing or genre awards, Launching a new book or series, Building an author platform or crowdfunding a book project

Recent Guest Discussions

Elwood Flynn - Launching A New Series, Writing A Book In A Day, Working In The Western Genre, And The Relationship Between An Author’s Personality And Their Fiction.

Michael S Jackson - Balancing Story, Magic, And Worldbuilding; Using First Drafts As Material For Revision; Cover Art; Beautiful Book Production; And Author Crowdfunding.

Karen Storey - Developing Stories, Writing Award-winning Short Fiction, Building An Author Website And Newsletter, And The Realities Of Promoting A Debut Book.

Recent Topics

Writing Craft, Fiction, Publishing, Author Careers, Book Marketing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Mark Stay's Creative Differences
:

POPPY T PERRY: IF NOT NOW, WHEN? | MARK STAY'S CREATIVE DIFFERENCES

October 06, 2026

Author and illustrator Poppy T Perry tells us how her debut, Dead Real, was partly inspired by one of her children asking the all important question, "If not now, Mummy, when?" Get inspired and get writing with a fab episode where we discuss...How breaking rules helps you develop your voiceUsing zines to promote your booksAnd the joys of being a 5am writer (no, really!)LINKSPoppy's website https://www.poppytperry.comOur previous episodes with GB Ralph and Mike Shackle...https:/...

Ivy Ngeow: The Mistakes Make You | Mark Stay's Creative Differences

August 27, 2026

Award-winning author Ivy Ngeow returns with a page-turning thriller In Safe Hands. We discuss:Why books are like buildingsHow art is built on observationWhy we shouldn't fear our mistakes and much more!LINKShttps://writengeow.comSupport the showThanks to:Dom Currie for the jingleEmily Stay-Newton and Kai Stay-Newton for the editVisit https://markstaycreativedifferences.com/Join The Green Room: https://ko-fi.com/markstaywriter/tiersBuy my books here: https://witchesofwoodville.com/#booksh...

Tim Sullivan: Organic Red Herrings | Mark Stay's Creative Differences

July 31, 2026

Tim Sullivan, author of the bestselling DS George Cross series talks about his latest book The Tailor, his extraordinary career in film, TV and crime fiction...WE DISCUSSWriting outside of your own experienceThe importance of titles and why character is kingAnd how to write a whodunnit without knowing who did it...LINKSTim's Website: https://timsullivan.co.ukIn the Can: https://timsullivan.co.uk/about/in-the-can/Green Room with Paul Austin Ardoin: https://youtu.be/-Ylor2NWo1k?si=NQaal4nu...

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Frequently asked questions

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Mark Stay's Creative Differences
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How do I get in touch with Mark Stay's Creative Differences?

Mark Stay's Creative Differences is hosted by Mark Stay. Its publicly listed email is unusuallytallstories@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Mark Stay's Creative Differences?

The publicly listed email for Mark Stay's Creative Differences: unusuallytallstories@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Mark Stay's Creative Differences have?

Podseeker estimates Mark Stay's Creative Differences reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Mark Stay's Creative Differences?

Mark Stay's Creative Differences typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Published fiction authors, including debut, independent, award-winning, and genre writers with practical experience to share about writing and publishing. Common among recent guests: Published novels or short story collections; Writing or genre awards; Launching a new book or series. Recent guests include Elwood Flynn, Michael S Jackson, and Karen Storey.

How hard is it to get booked on Mark Stay's Creative Differences?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does Mark Stay's Creative Differences cover?

Recent episodes cover Writing Craft, Fiction, Publishing, Author Careers, and Book Marketing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

unusuallytallstories@gmail.com

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