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Join author Ellen Read and narrator Sarah Kennedy on The Simone Feiler Podcast chatting all things The Thornton Mysteries and so much more! From the writing and narrating process, creative influences and what the ladies are reading and listening to, this episode dives deep into the art of storytelling, on and off the page.

And… there’s a little tease about the upcoming Christmas instalment that Ellen’s currently writing 🎄✨

Join us as Ellen shares insights into her writing process, the inspiration behind her evocative settings like picturesque Norfolk Island, and how she weaves mystery, romance, and atmosphere into every page. Sarah gives us a behind-the-mic look at bringing Ellen’s characters to life, crafting distinct voices, and capturing the heart of the story through performance.

It’s a warm, engaging conversation about storytelling, creativity, and collaboration — perfect for audiobook lovers, mystery readers, and anyone fascinated by the journey from page to performance.

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In this episode of The Simone Feiler Podcast, I’m joined by Peter Deans — founder of GoRu.com, creator of the 52 Risks® framework, and author of The Startup Toolkit.

With decades of experience in corporate finance and entrepreneurship, Peter has worked with founders across industries to help them navigate uncertainty, manage risk, and build stronger, more resilient businesses.

We dive into:

• Peter’s experience turning The Startup Toolkit into an audiobook with Brisbane Audiobook Production
• Why most startup founders underestimate risk — and how to shift your mindset
• The key takeaways every entrepreneur should know from The Startup Toolkit
• Real-world success stories of founders who applied the framework
• How startups can adapt to AI, remote work, and global competition
• Peter’s best advice for anyone sitting on a big idea but waiting to take the plunge

Whether you’re a startup founder, entrepreneur, or business leader, this conversation is packed with practical insights and proven strategies to help you launch and grow with confidence.

📘 Learn more about Peter’s work at GoRu.com

🎧 Listen to The Startup Toolkit audiobook — narrated by Angus Brennan — available now here.

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In this moving episode of The Simone Feiler Podcast, I’m joined by the remarkable Vickie Menendez, author and narrator of Crystal’s Butterfly Effect.

Vickie’s story is one of unimaginable tragedy and extraordinary resilience. After losing all four of her children in her first marriage, she chose to share her journey of heartbreak, healing, faith, and the transformative power of love.

We talk about:

• The moment Vickie knew she had to write Crystal’s Butterfly Effect
• What the title means and how it honors her daughter Crystal
• The emotional process of writing and narrating her own audiobook
• Including personal letters to her children Lesley, Wesley, Crystal, and Jesse
• Our collaboration to bring her audiobook to life with music and heartfelt narration
• Her message of hope for anyone facing grief or hardship
• The healing role of faith, community, and resilience in her journey
• Her upcoming event A Thousand Heartbeats: A Soul Rising Launch Experience happening Oct 4, 2025

🎧 Crystal’s Butterfly Effect is available now at all major audiobook retailers and at
My Book – Vickie Menendez

💜 This is a conversation about loss, love, and the ripple effect of healing that will inspire anyone searching for light in life’s darkest moments.

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