Kaituhi Kōrero | Author Talks

Kaituhi Kōrero | Author Talks Kaituhi Kōrero - Author Talks is a podcast dedicated to shining a light on the experiences, stories, and creative journeys of Indie Authors in New Zealand and Australia. Sponsored by Pae Pukapuka, this platform dives deep into the writing process, the challenges and triumphs of Indie publishing, and the connections between authors and their characters. Through heartfelt conversations, Kaituhi Kōrero celebrates the voices that shape our literary landscape and brings readers closer to the stories they love.
Episodes
Episodes



Monday Mar 10, 2025
Episode #1.1 - Claire Butler - Mini Episode
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Indie author Claire Butler spills the tea on her self-publishing adventure. From rejection blues to finding her voice and winning over readers. Her fantasy romance novels serve up deep themes, flawed characters, and all the feels. With indie publishing always changing, Claire shares gold on marketing, representation, and building epic reader connections.
This is just the mini episode—catch the full conversation anywhere you listen to podcasts!



Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Episode #0 - Welcome to Kaituhi Kōrero - Author Talks
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Kia ora, and welcome to Kaituhi Kōrero: Author Talks, the podcast where we celebrate and amplify the voices of indie authors from New Zealand and Australia.
I'm Jess, your host, founder of Pae Pukapuka and a passionate supporter of local storytelling. Each episode I'll be sitting down for an inspiring chat with an Indie Author to explore their journey, uncover their creative process, and dive into the stories behind their books.
Whether you're an author, an avid reader, or just curious about the magic behind the words, this is the place for you.
So grab a cuppa, settle in and join me as we uncover the stories behind the storytellers.
This is Kaituhi Kōrero: Author Talks where every author has a voice.
Brought to you by Pae Pukapuka. New Zealand's Indie bookstore, showcasing the incredible work of Indie authors.