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Australian Book Lovers

Veronica Strachan

Australian Book Lovers is on a mission is to bring fabulous Australian and Indigenous literature from all genres to book lovers around the globe, as well as fantastic resources and information for passionate authors looking to write their next bestseller. Visit www.australianbooklovers.com to learn more!

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All Episodes

92:46

Christmas Special featuring Madeleine D'Este, Sandy...

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/12/19

Episode 159 has Christmas written all over it. Veronica and Laurie chat rituals, folklore, food and book stocking fillers with six Australian authors whose work is set in the festive season: Madeleine D'Este, Sandy Barker, Lisa Heidke, Kevin Klehr, BG Hilton & Kay Kerr. Plus we share seasons greetings from 30 Australian Book Lovers authors - a little about their books and a little festive cheer. Seasons Greetings from James Ynson, Nicole Kelly & Lisa Kenway - 0:57 Intro - 2:18 Seasons...

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102:36

Author Johan du Toit

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/12/08

Episode 158 is up and humming. We chat book covers, Laurie's Book Bub experience for White Fire, and tips for writing flash fiction. Veronica chats with contemporary author Johan du Toit about his stories in 'When Only Today Matters' and Johan reads an excerpt from the title story. Plus we have news, quotes, K.M. Allan's Unpredictability Checklist and so much more... Book spotlights: Matter of Time by Daniel Caine – science fictionNo Dancing in the Lift by Mandy Sayer - memoirStormy No...

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64:24

Writer's Room with Maria Linwood, Dmetri Kakmi,...

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/11/28

In episode #157, Veronica & Laurie explore fantasy in many forms with authors Maria Linwood, Dmetri Kakmi, Heather Ewings & Maxx Victor. Why does fantasy speak to so many readers? How do you keep a fantasy story relatable for modern readers? And so much more... Intro - 0:57 Maria Linwood Bio - 4:37 Book Spotlight - Mistress of Amber and Flame by Maria Linwood - 5:25 Demetri Kakmi Bio - 6:52 Book Spotlight - The Woman in the Well by Dmetri Kakmi - 8:42 Heather Ewings Bio - 10:21 Book S...

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104:42

Researcher Dr Alexandra Dane

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/11/19

Episode #156 is packed full of writer's resources. Veronica and Laurie have industry news and discussions (congrats to Holden Sheppard for making the WA Local Hero shortlist), K.M. Allan's Reverse Outlining checklist from her book Writing and Editing Checklist, plus book spotlights and quotes. We chat with Dr Alexandra Dane about Community Publishing in Regional Australia and the DIY Publishing Toolkit (by Beth Driscoll, Kim Wilkins, Sandra Phillips and Alexandra Dane). Book spotlights: 1. D...

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64:40

Writer's Room with Susan Rogers, John Roosen & Sean...

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/11/13

In episode #155, Veronica & Laurie are chasing adventure across the country and diving into dark alleys with mystery, crime and thriller authors Susan Rogers, John Roosen & Sean Gorman. What makes a great Aussie crime? What twists keeps readers turning the page? Have a listen and hear what these story tellers have discovered. Intro - 0:57 Susan Rogers and John Roosen Bio - 3:31 Book Spotlight - Cobra Pose by Susan Rogers and John Roosen - 4:58 Sean Gorman Bio - 8:07 Book Spotlight - ...

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93:39

Poet Gregory Day

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/11/02

It's episode #154, and Laurie's 50th co-hosting. Veronica and Laurie have industry news and events, and discuss K.M. Allan's Foreshadowing checklist from her book Writing and Editing Checklist. Plus book spotlights, giveaways and quotes. Laurie chats with poet Gregory Day about his collection SouthSightedness. And Gregory reads his poem 'Anytime before Byzantium'. Book Spotlights: 1. Salsa in the Suburbs by Alejandra Martinez - contemporary 2. Looking Out and Beyond by Toby Hammerschlag – his...

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66:13

Writer's Room with Sandy Barker, A.M. Jaxon &...

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/10/23

In episode #153, Veronica & Laurie are ramping up the romance with authors Sandy Barker, A.M. Jaxon and Susannah Hardy. Our fabulous authors chat on romance as escapism and activism, how hot is hot enough, the inspiration behind their stories, and so much more. Intro - 0:57 Sandy Barker Bio - 3:08 Book Spotlight - I knew you were trouble by Sandy Barker - 4:38 A.M. Jaxon Bio - 6:03 Book Spotlight - Saoirse's Story by A.M. Jaxon - 8:27 Susannah Hardy Bio - 10:44 Book Spotlight - My Hot Hou...

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94:58

Author Laura J Fitzwilson

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/10/17

In episode #152, Veronica and Laurie share industry news and events, some brilliant ideas on writing Deep Point of View from K.M. Allan's book Writing and Editing Checklist, book spotlights, giveaways and quotes. Laurie and author Laura J Fitzwilson dive deep into fantasy, fan-fiction and Laura's book, The Fool. Plus, listen all the way to the end, you'll hear a special reading from The Fool by the author. Book Spotlights: 1.The Favourite of the Harem by Cindy Davies – Historical 2.The ...

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59:56

Writer's Room with Alistair Conwell, Clare Rhoden &...

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/10/03

In episode #151 Veronica & Laurie explore alternate realities, world building and writing sci-fi with a panel of fantastic speculative fiction authors: Alistair Conwell, Clare Rhoden & Ishmael A. Soledad. Intro - 0:57 Alistair Conwell Bio - 2:58 Book Spotlight - Circadian Web by Alistair Conwell - 3:38 Clare Rhoden Bio - 4:32 Book Spotlight - The Chronicles of The Pale by Clare Rhoden - 6:26 Ishmael A. Soledad Bio - 7:43 Book Spotlight - Diathesis by Ishmael A. Soledad - 9:02 Ho...

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86:43

Publisher Ginny Grant

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/09/19

Episode 150 has Veronica & Laurie chatting about their favourite topic - Australian authored books - and industry news, events and some John Koenig words. Want to know how to use agnosthesia, tarrion or proluctance in a sentence? Then have a listen. Veronica chats to the wonderful Ginny Grant, founder of Bakers Lane Books, Fearless Press and the recently launched Fearless Prize for an unpublished manuscript by an Australian woman writer. Plus book spotlights, quotes and so much more... Bo...

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66:27

Writer's Room with Eileen O’Hely, Rosie Schonell &...

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/09/08

Ep149 has Veronica & Laurie back in school chatting all things middle grade with authors Eileen O'Hely, Rosie Schonell & Ingrid Laguna. We cover '50 Ways to Die in Space', how 'Breaking School Rules is Easy' and what happens when 'Edie Tells a Lie' - and that's just the book titles. How much harder is it to engage middle-graders in reading? These authors share some brilliant and helpful answers to this and many more questions. Intro - 0:57 Eileen O'Hely Bio - 3:34 Book Spotlight - 50 ...

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56:33

Writer's Room with Miranda Luby and Holly Cardamone

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/09/01

Ep 148 has Veronica and Laurie in the Writer's Room and under the (book) covers with Miranda Luby and Holly Cardamone. They're two writers who capture some of life’s most precious and unique moments through a young adult (YA) lens. Intro - 0:57 Miranda Luby Bio - 3:47 Book Spotlight - The Edge of Everything - YA contemporary - 04:13 Holly Cardamone Bio - 6:23 Book Spotlight - Summer, In Between - YA contemporary - 07:37 The inspiration behind the stories: 09:47 How does the filter of yo...

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97:55

Creators Luke Jackson, Maya Graham and Kelly Jackson

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/08/25

Episode #147 has Veronica and Laurie sharing the latest literary news and views, quotes and new book spotlights. Veronica chats with the trio of talented creatives behind The Brownout Murders, a graphic novel based on a horrifying true event. Luke Jackson, Maya Graham and Kelly Jackson share their inspiration and creative process. Book spotlights: 1. Dogs, A Counting and Comparing Book by Frances Mackay – children’s picture book 2. Nature Ninja Saves the Natural World by Tania Moloney – child...

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97:11

Author Stephen Higgins

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/08/12

In episode 146, Veronica and Laurie talk quirky second hand book shops, literary events and industry news. Laurie chats with speculative fiction author and musician Stephen Higgins about his words, music and Aurealis the magazine. We preview next month's book giveaways, share book spotlights, quotes and so much more. Book spotlights: 1. Friends of the Flood by Rhyll Ganter – children’s 2. Golden by Jade Timms – Young Adult 3. Dead Man’s Pose by Susan Rogers and John Roosen - Mystery Thriller...

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57:43

Writer's Room with Madeleine D'Este and Zena Shapter

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/07/26

Love stories? Then join Veronica and Laurie in Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #145. They're in the Writer's Room with Madeleine D'Este and Zena Shapter talking dark and stormy stories, worldbuilding, Australian flavour, and writing advice for emerging writers. Intro - 0:57 Zena Shapter Bio - 2:49 Book Spotlight - When Dark Waters Burn by Zena Shapter - science fantasy - 04:47 Madeleine D'Este Bio - 6:02 Book Spotlight - Black Soil White Bread by Madeleine D'Este - dark mystery, folk-...

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82:04

Author Elly Both

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/07/20

In Episode 144, Veronica and Laurie discover John Koenig's meaning of vellichor, keir, and keta. They share industry news, writerly events, quotes, ideas for getting your books into libraries and local stores, and book spotlights. Laurie chats with Elly Both, author of 'A Kids Book about ADHD'. Book spotlights: Killer by Joe Villanti - mystery, thriller & suspenseBreaking School Rules is Easy by Rosie Schonell – middle-gradeThe Edge of Everything by Miranda Luby – Young AdultSaturation by...

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54:43

Writer's Room with Christina Giuffré & Suzi Samuel

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/07/05

In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #143, Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer's Room with Christina Giuffré & Suzi Samuel. Two wonderful authors who write beautifully about what they know, sharing their life experience in unique ways. Intro - 0:57 Christina Giuffré Bio - 3:32 Suzi Samuel Bio - 5:05 Book Spotlight - Dear Friend by Christina Giuffré - self-help/personal development - 09:01 Book Spotlight - The Unintentional Medium by Suzi Samuel - memoir - 12:27 Favourite reads as a...

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83:29

Authors Linda & Marly Wells

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/06/28

In episode #142 Veronica and Laurie discover beloiter and ecury, share industry news, giveaways and quotes. They both chat with the brilliant mother daughter author team of Linda and Marly Wells about their YA time travel fantasy 'Desert Tracks', which is based in and around Mparntwe (Alice Springs). Marly is a proud woman of Warlpiri and white Australian descent and Linda is of white settler descent and proud to be Marly's mother. Book spotlights: 1. It is What it Isn’t by Stephen Higgins – ...

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67:05

Writer's Room with Andrea Barton & Zane Lovitt

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/06/14

In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #141, Veronica and Laurie are exploring crime fiction in the Writer's Room with Andrea Barton and Zane Lovitt. We chat about how to use your friends and contacts (nicely) to write better stories. We also dive into fictional financial grey areas and tortured twists on romantic notions of love. Intro - 0:57 Zane Lovitt Bio - 2:42 Andrea Barton Bio - 3:43 Book Spotlight - The Body Next Door by Zane Lovitt - crime - 05:33 Book Spotlight - A Killer Among ...

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94:06

Author Abigail Mader

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/05/31

Episode 140 has Veronica and Laurie exploring epic fantasy and imposter syndrome, sharing industry news and events, and learning the meanings of momophobia and siso. Plus Veronica chats with WA fantasy author Abigail Mader about 'The Crystal Dynasty' series. Book Spotlights: 1. The Spirit Circle by Tara Calaby – speculative historical fiction 2. The Body Next Door by Zane Lovitt – suburban thriller 3. A Killer Among Friends by Andrea Barton – mystery 4. Holy Parrot by Angel A – contemporary/...

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