Buy Callum's books here:
Squeaky Clean: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/squeaky-clean-callum-mcsorley/4fca7b74d38472dd?ean=9781782278382&next=t&next=t
Paperboy: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/paperboy-callum-mcsorley/1f563b86b39ea6a6?ean=9781805335450&next=t&next=t
Other books recommended in this episode:
Neuromancer: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/neuromancer-the-best-of-the-sf-masterworks-william-gibson/9d2493cd3ff769aa?ean=9781399607773&next=t&next=t
Out: https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/out-natsuo-kirino/2278462?ean=9780099472285&next=t
The Salt Flats:https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-salt-flats-rachelle-atalla/7666895?ean=9781399727310&next=t
Find Callum online:
https://callummcsorley.com/
In this episode Callum McSorley discusses his journey as a crime fiction author, focusing on his works Squeaky Clean and Paperboy. He shares insights into his writing style, the challenges of publishing in Scots, and the importance of authenticity in storytelling. The discussion also delves into the character development of Ali McCoist, the humor embedded in his narratives, and the cultural references that enrich his writing. Callum reflects on his transition from engineering to writing, the inspiration behind his stories, and offers book recommendations that have influenced his work.