Lederer and author Chris Manby will offer their fun version of a ‘masterclass’ in writing and publishing. A unique reveal of how writers really think – to inspire the writer within us all.

Chris and Helen will chat about how to write, where to write, when to write and - the holy grail for all writers - how to get an agent and published.

Hearing how authors write is always fascinating; the more intimate and personal the revelation - the more addictive and connecting.

Helen Lederer said: “I had no idea Chris Manby knew so much about the nuts and bolts of writing and publishing - which is lucky because that’s what people want to know about. I just make a few smirks and grunts to keep it flowing.

“What is clear is how united writers become when they really share. Especially funny ones. I am so proud of these CWIP authors and what CWIP is doing...we had to have a podcast.

“Both established and new - their journeys are fascinating. At last - here is a podcast that offers a Madame Tussauds of witty women writers who are not dead. Yet.”

Chris Manby said: “Helen and I have been friends for years, but we've never really had the chance to sit down and properly talk shop, which turns out to have been a terrible waste.

“Helen is one of the funniest and most astute writers I know, and getting to chat comic fiction with her in a studio strewn with mini-Mars Bars felt like an absolute luxury.

“Add to that hearing the wonderful contributions of the CWIP shortlisted authors. I came away feeling thoroughly inspired. I hope listeners feel the same.”

Ancika Mester, Producer at WPP Production, adds: We have loved bringing the Writing Funny podcast to life. Helen and Chris have a natural chemistry that makes every conversation feel both illuminating and genuinely funny. We hope listeners come away feeling inspired, connected, and perhaps a little closer to writing that book.”

The series features recent CWIP Shortlisted authors

• Alison Espach ‘The Wedding People’

• Raedin O'Conner ‘Checking Out’

• CWIP winner Natalie Wilbe ‘Music for the Samosa Generation’

• Holly Gramachio ‘The Husbands’

• Julia Raeside ‘Don’t Make Me Laugh’

• Dara Lutes ‘Gen Z’

• Deborah Rayner ‘When Death Is The Day job’

• Rachel Sambrooks ‘The Way of Nellie May’