Lisa Jewell | The Accidental Author Who Conquered Crime Fiction
NOV 4, 202532 MIN
Lisa Jewell | The Accidental Author Who Conquered Crime Fiction
NOV 4, 202532 MIN
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<p>In this episode of <em>Two Women Chatting</em>, Michelle sits down with chart-topping author <strong>Lisa Jewell</strong> to talk about the twists and turns of storytelling - both on and off the page. From an out-of-work secretary in her 20s to the queen of psychological thrillers, Lisa shares how she found her voice, leaned into her dark side, and built a literary career that’s captured the world’s attention. Lisa reflects on how personal experiences, including a coercive past relationship, inspires her most complex characters. She also dishes on the exciting Netflix adaptation of her work, her bold pivot from rom-coms to thrillers, and the creative process behind her chilling new novel <em>Don't Let Him In</em>. Whether you're a budding writer, a thriller junkie, or just love a good story about reinvention, this is an episode not to miss.</p><p><br></p><h3>Key Insights:</h3><p>🎙️ <strong>From Redundancy to Bestseller List</strong></p><p> Lisa reveals how being out of work at 27 combined with a nudge from a friend led her to write her first novel and completely reinvent her life.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Rom-Coms to Darkness</strong></p><p> Once known for her light-hearted fiction, Lisa explains how and why she transitioned to psychological thrillers - and why exploring the dark side keeps her inspired.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Coercive Control in Fiction</strong></p><p> Lisa opens up about how personal experiences shaped her latest characters, especially the manipulative, controlling figures that dominate her most gripping books.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Lights, Camera, Adaptation</strong></p><p> Netflix has come calling. Lisa talks about the surreal experience of having her stories adapted for the screen and the reality of letting go of creative control.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Confidence, Creativity & Constant Motion</strong></p><p> Even 20+ novels in, Lisa shares how she keeps the ideas flowing and how confidence in her storytelling continues to grow with every book.</p><p><br></p><h3>Resources:</h3><p>📘 <em>Don't Let Him In</em> by Lisa Jewell –<a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dont-Let-Him-gripping-bestselling/dp/1529196019" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Buy the Book</a></p><p> 📸 Lisa on Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lisajewelluk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @lisajewelluk</a></p><p><br></p><h3>Connect with Us:</h3><p>🌟 Website:<a href="https://www.twowomenchatting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> TwoWomenChatting.com</a></p><p> 📸 Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelleford_twc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @michelleford_twc</a></p><p> 🐦 Twitter/X:<a href="https://twitter.com/ChattingTwo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @ChattingTwo</a></p><p> 📘 Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TwoWomenChatting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Two Women Chatting</a></p><p> 📺 YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmYxa73QEcw_X1rY8CA8mQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TwoWomenChatting</a></p><p> 🎵 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twowomenchatting0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@twowomenchatting0</a></p><p>🎧 <em>This episode was produced and edited by Emma Tindall.</em></p><br><p>👉 If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to <strong>follow <em>Two Women Chatting</em></strong> on your favourite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. We’d also love it if you could <strong>leave us a review</strong> — your feedback helps more listeners discover the show and keeps these conversations going.</p><p>🎧 Listen and subscribe on [Apple Podcasts], [Spotify], [Amazon Music], or wherever you get your podcasts.</p><br><p>Lisa Jewell, psychological thriller, writing journey, women in literature, character development, coercive control, dark fiction, Don't Let Him In, book adaptation, Netflix thriller, midlife reinvention, self-belief, female authors, storytelling, confidence</p><p>👉 Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and share it with a friend who could use a little midlife magic.</p><br><p>Explore the 'midlife library' at <a href="http://www.twowomenchatting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.twowomenchatting.com</a></p><p>Connect with Michelle at <a href="mailto:[email protected]" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">[email protected]</a> for collaborations, ideas, and comments! Remember to rate, review, and share our show to join the laughter-filled conversation about midlife empowerment and beyond...</p><p>Follow Michelle on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelleford_twc/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@michelleford_twc</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/twowomenchatting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
![<p>In this episode of <em>Two Women Chatting</em>, Michelle sits down with chart-topping author <strong>Lisa Jewell</strong> to talk about the twists and turns of storytelling - both on and off the page. From an out-of-work secretary in her 20s to the queen of psychological thrillers, Lisa shares how she found her voice, leaned into her dark side, and built a literary career that’s captured the world’s attention. Lisa reflects on how personal experiences, including a coercive past relationship, inspires her most complex characters. She also dishes on the exciting Netflix adaptation of her work, her bold pivot from rom-coms to thrillers, and the creative process behind her chilling new novel <em>Don't Let Him In</em>. Whether you're a budding writer, a thriller junkie, or just love a good story about reinvention, this is an episode not to miss.</p><p><br></p><h3>Key Insights:</h3><p>🎙️ <strong>From Redundancy to Bestseller List</strong></p><p> Lisa reveals how being out of work at 27 combined with a nudge from a friend led her to write her first novel and completely reinvent her life.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Rom-Coms to Darkness</strong></p><p> Once known for her light-hearted fiction, Lisa explains how and why she transitioned to psychological thrillers - and why exploring the dark side keeps her inspired.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Coercive Control in Fiction</strong></p><p> Lisa opens up about how personal experiences shaped her latest characters, especially the manipulative, controlling figures that dominate her most gripping books.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Lights, Camera, Adaptation</strong></p><p> Netflix has come calling. Lisa talks about the surreal experience of having her stories adapted for the screen and the reality of letting go of creative control.</p><p>🎙️ <strong>Confidence, Creativity & Constant Motion</strong></p><p> Even 20+ novels in, Lisa shares how she keeps the ideas flowing and how confidence in her storytelling continues to grow with every book.</p><p><br></p><h3>Resources:</h3><p>📘 <em>Don't Let Him In</em> by Lisa Jewell –<a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dont-Let-Him-gripping-bestselling/dp/1529196019" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Buy the Book</a></p><p> 📸 Lisa on Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/lisajewelluk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @lisajewelluk</a></p><p><br></p><h3>Connect with Us:</h3><p>🌟 Website:<a href="https://www.twowomenchatting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> TwoWomenChatting.com</a></p><p> 📸 Instagram:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelleford_twc" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @michelleford_twc</a></p><p> 🐦 Twitter/X:<a href="https://twitter.com/ChattingTwo" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @ChattingTwo</a></p><p> 📘 Facebook:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/TwoWomenChatting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Two Women Chatting</a></p><p> 📺 YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClmYxa73QEcw_X1rY8CA8mQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TwoWomenChatting</a></p><p> 🎵 TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@twowomenchatting0" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@twowomenchatting0</a></p><p>🎧 <em>This episode was produced and edited by Emma Tindall.</em></p><br><p>👉 If you enjoyed this conversation, make sure to <strong>follow <em>Two Women Chatting</em></strong> on your favourite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. We’d also love it if you could <strong>leave us a review</strong> — your feedback helps more listeners discover the show and keeps these conversations going.</p><p>🎧 Listen and subscribe on [Apple Podcasts], [Spotify], [Amazon Music], or wherever you get your podcasts.</p><br><p>Lisa Jewell, psychological thriller, writing journey, women in literature, character development, coercive control, dark fiction, Don't Let Him In, book adaptation, Netflix thriller, midlife reinvention, self-belief, female authors, storytelling, confidence</p><p>👉 Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and share it with a friend who could use a little midlife magic.</p><br><p>Explore the 'midlife library' at <a href="http://www.twowomenchatting.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.twowomenchatting.com</a></p><p>Connect with Michelle at <a href="mailto:twowomenchatting@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">twowomenchatting@gmail.com</a> for collaborations, ideas, and comments! Remember to rate, review, and share our show to join the laughter-filled conversation about midlife empowerment and beyond...</p><p>Follow Michelle on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michelleford_twc/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@michelleford_twc</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/twowomenchatting" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>](https://us-central1-podcastguru-217d6.cloudfunctions.net/gcf_get_image?image_url=https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Podcasts211/v4/c4/01/ed/c401edf6-acf2-9629-5bfc-8b9e4ef17979/mza_15520637790733586342.jpeg/600x600bb.jpg&width=300&height=300&api_key=xqFmUFX5BHLBTA)
