Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 80
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 5.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000
Listener location: South Africa
YouTube: 123 subscribers
Instagram: 671 followers
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
info@solidgold.co.za
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Host
Fiona Snyckers - Working writer and co-host focused on the craft, careers, and working lives of authors.
Gail Schimmel - Working writer and co-host focused on the craft, careers, and working lives of authors.
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Recent Guest Discussions
Sarah Lotz - Grief, The Loss Of A Spouse, And How Personal Experience Informed Her Novel How To Kill A Crime Writer.
Deon Meyer - Writing As A Single Father And The Development Of The Character Benny Griesel From A Minor Role Into A Central Figure.
Catriona Ross - The Six-second Rule In Publishing And The Inspiration Behind Her Novel The Which Word.
Busisekile Khumalo - Leaving A Legal Career For Writing, Self-publishing Versus Traditional Publishing, And Managing A Fan Base.
Zakes Mda - Early Creative Influences, Xhosa Mythology, First-person-plural Narration, And Research Into Durban’s Rickshaw History.
Recent Topics
Episodes
S08 E06 Máire Fisher
October 12, 2026
Máire Fisher is the author of Birdseye and The Enumerations, both currently republished internationally by Catalyst Press. Her work has been described as 'masterful' and 'unputdownable'. Máire joins Fiona and Gail to talk about writing the sequel to Birdseye, and dabbling in Regency Romance writing. She talks about how she gains great value from writing under mentorship. For more details about the books, movies, series, and podcasts that are discussed on the show, sign up here for our weekl...
S08 E05 Mpho Boshego
October 05, 2026
Mpho Boshego served as a South African diplomat in Belgium from 2007 to 2011. Her novel DIPLOMATIC TIES is inspired by her experiences. A striking debut, her book has been described as ‘a captivating story' that ‘captures the realness of a South African township life'. Mpho joins Fiona and Gail to talk about writing the book she would have wanted to read when she started out in the diplomatic service, and how she grew up inspired by the great Heinemann African Writers Series. For more deta...
S08 E04 Nadia Cassim
September 28, 2026
Nadia Cassim is a novelist and short story writer whose most recent book NOT ANOTHER SAMOOSA RUN is currently longlisted for the Sunday Times Fiction Prize. A brave and ground-breaking novel, her book has been described as 'funny, thought-provoking, and empowering'. Nadia joins Fiona and Gail to talk about how she trusts her writing process and knows that her next great idea is just around the corner. For more details about the books, movies, series, and podcasts that are discussed on the ...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The Hidden Lives of Writers?
The Hidden Lives of Writers is hosted by Fiona Snyckers and Gail Schimmel. Its publicly listed email is info@solidgold.co.za. 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 The Hidden Lives of Writers?
The publicly listed email for The Hidden Lives of Writers: info@solidgold.co.za.
How many listeners does The Hidden Lives of Writers have?
Podseeker estimates The Hidden Lives of Writers reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The Hidden Lives of Writers?
The Hidden Lives of Writers typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Published novelists, editors, and other established writing professionals with a notable body of work, a new or current book, significant publishing experience, awards, bestseller status, or a distinctive professional writing journey. Common among recent guests: Published books; Bestseller status; Literary or genre awards. Recent guests include Sarah Lotz, Deon Meyer, and Catriona Ross.
How hard is it to get booked on The Hidden Lives of Writers?
Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.
What topics does The Hidden Lives of Writers cover?
Recent episodes cover Literature, Writing, Publishing, Novelists, and Writing Craft. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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