BOOK CLUB! Art Heists, Aussie Larrikinism & Senior Rebels in the novel, 'The Picasso Ransom'
Topics discussed
Introduction to The Picasso Ransom and guest Aidan Pruitt
Praise for the audiobook narration by Penn Larkin
The true story of the 1986 Picasso theft in Melbourne
Reimagining the thieves as mature art students
Character profile: Phoebe's rebellion in retirement
From short story to novel: The writing process
Aidan's background as a music teacher and non-fiction author
Transitioning from non-fiction to fiction writing
Historical accuracy and the journey to publication
Perseverance through rejection and finding success
Capturing the nostalgia of 1980s Melbourne
Future projects and Australian settings
Encouraging listeners to read and final thoughts
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