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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

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the wonderful Ginny Grant, founder of Bakers Lane Books, Fearless Press and the recently launched Fearless Prize for an unpublished manuscript by an Australian woman writer.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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60:06

Writer's Room with Ann Dombroski and Deborah Pike

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/05/22

In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode 139, Veronica and Laurie are back in the Writer's Room, diving into suspense and speculative fiction with Ann Dombroski and lifting the contemporary theatre curtain with Deborah Pike, two authors with some unexpected things in common. Intro - 0:57 Deborah Pike Bio - 2:58 Ann Dombroski Bio - 4:03 Book Spotlight - After the Great Storm by Ann Dombroski - suspense and speculative fiction - 9:40 Book Spotlight - The Players by Deborah Pike - contemp...

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107:25

Author John Kinsella

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/05/16

Episode #138 has Veronica and Laurie delivering industry news and events, and getting sidetracked on their favourite authors and the meaning of bildungsroman. Laurie shares a fabulous interview with prolific Australian author John Kinsella. Book Spotlights: After the Great Storm by Ann Dombroski - Speculative Fiction ThrillerThe Unintentional Medium by Suzi Samuel - Non-fictionThe Dark at the Threshold by Suzi Samuel - Supernatural ThrillerCriminal Cove: Home for Retired Supervillains by SF S...

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61:11

Writer's Room with Frances Mackay and Rick LeCouteur

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/05/06

In episode 137 Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer's Room with wonderful picture book authors Frances Mackay and Richard LeCouteur. Both generously share their experience, their passion for picture books, tips for educating and entertaining children, and advice for authors. Intro - 0:57 Frances Mackay Bio - 3:25 Richard LeCouteur Bio - 6:35 Children's books and resources 12:25 Book Spotlight - Nate's Noisy Nose - Frances Mackay - children's picture book - 19:09 Book Spotlight - Nasty names ...

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86:51

Author Stephen Downes

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/04/24

In Episode 136 Veronica and Laurie bring you industry news and events from the world of publishing including the Understanding Australian Readers Report from Australia Reads, and how to find your own writing group. They share more treasures from the Dictionary of Obscure Sorrows and dive down twisty writing rabbit holes. Plus Laurie interviews author Stephen Downes about his inpsiration and writing. Book Spotlights: Neeka and the Missing Key by Tina Strachan - middle gradeCupid's Kiss by Anna...

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92:26

Author S.F. Sowter

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/04/08

In episode #135 Veronica and Laurie dissect what goes into creating a great story villain, and share news, events and grants for the writing community. Laurie gets the long straw and has a chat with fabulous sci-fic and fantasy author S.F. Sowter. Book spotlights: A Night So Dark and Full of Stars by Nikky Lee - fantasy/sci-fi/horrorThe Rarkyn's Fall by Nikky Lee - fantasyOut of Time: Roaring into Queensland by Bruce Lowery - memoirAgnes: A childhood betrayed and reclaimed by Judy King - m...

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89:41

Author Tina Strachan

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/03/19

In episode #134 of the Australian Book Lovers podcast, Veronica and Laurie chat industry news, writing events, trends in Australian book sales. Plus made up words from John Koenig, a shout out to Holden Sheppard for the launch of Invisible Boys on Stan, and a delightful interview with super early rising, middle-grade author Tina Strachan (no relation). Book Spotlights: The Subjugate by Amanda Bridgeman - cyberpunk, genetic reengineering science fictionSound of Light: Marvel: School of X by Am...

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66:16

Writer's Room with Bronwyn Frazer and Adrian Emery

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/03/01

In episode 133, Veronica & Laurie tap into the inner worlds of two wonderful non-fiction authors. Bronwyn Frazer and Adrian Emery share their life and writing stories, philosophies and reflections on life purpose. It's a wide-ranging chat that gives listeners an opportunity to look at life from a different angle. Intro - 0:57 Bronwyn Frazer Bio - 2:40 Adrian Emery Bio - 3:41 Change and transitions 10:23 Book Spotlight - What if? - Bronwyn Frazer - non-fictionr - 11:17 Book Spotlight - Tao...

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105:05

Author Diane Clarke

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/02/10

In episode #132 of the Australian Book Lovers podcast, Veronica and Laurie chat industry news (so many events), story seeds, editing and the fabulous K.M. Allan's latest blog which has tips for overcoming author burnout. Veronica interviews the wonderful author Diane Clarke about mystery, history and the inspiration behind her writing. Laurie reviews The Rarkyn's Fall by Nikky Lee Book Spotlights: Golden by S. S. Turner - contemporaryChristmas Actually by Lisa Darcy - contemporaryNot Mentioni...

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62:06

Writer's Room with Rowena Mabbott & Jodie Benveniste

Australian Book Lovers ·

2025/01/24

In episode 131 Veronica and Laurie are joined in the Writer's Room by Australian romance writers Rowena Mabbot and Jodie Benveniste. They chat about happily ever afters, Australian settings, simpler times, youth mental health and healing. Both writers are great observers of the human condition and share their fabulous insights and experience as well as their transitions to published authors.Intro - 0:57Jodie Benveniste bio - 03:39Book spotlight - Never, Not Ever - Jodie Benveniste - YA ...

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