Listen "Stories Behind The Story: Chris Hammer on Journalism, Storytelling Craft and His Latest Thriller"
Episode Synopsis
Chris Hammer talks to Cheryl about his lifelong love of writing and how his career in journalism, including international reporting for Dateline, shaped his storytelling. He reflects on developing his craft, transitioning from nonfiction to fiction, and how fellow author Benjamin Stevenson helped bring Scrublands to life. His latest novel, Legacy, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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