Stories Behind The Story With Better Reading

BE Better: Better Reading’s Self-Development & Wellness podcast – Star of ABC TV's Love on the Spectrum Jodi Rodgers talks to Jane about working with the autistic community. Her book, Unique: What autism can teach us about difference, connection and belonging, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've had some amazing guests on the podcast over the years, so we're sharing a few old favourites from the vault. Award-winning author Julia Baird talks to Cheryl Akle about winning the 2021 ABIA Book of the Year for Phosphorescence, and how the world has changed since its release.If you enjoyed this conversation, see Julia Baird in person at the 2024 Manly Writers Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simone Amelia Jordan talks to Cheryl Akle about how she went from a kid in the inner-west to a New York hip-hop journalist with a career spanning print, radio, TV, and digital media. Her memoir, Tell Her She's Dreamin', is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've had some amazing guests on the podcast over the years, so we're sharing a few old favourites from the vault. Award-winning author Tom Keneally talks to Cheryl Akle about his extraordinary legacy and exploring rural Australia through fiction.If you enjoyed this conversation, see Tom Keneally in person at the 2024 Manly Writers Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Rowell talks to Cheryl Akle about service dogs, oil rigs and about writing a female protagonist. His latest novel, The Good Dog, is out now.Photographer: Darren James Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kemper Donovan talks to Cheryl Akle about Agatha Christie, and how she consistently inspires his work, from podcasts to novels. His latest book, The Busy Body, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BE Better: Better Reading’s Self-Development & Wellness podcast – Lizzie Williamson talks to Jane Tara about incorporating micro moves into your daily routine. Her book, The Active Workday Advantage, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Victoria Vanstone talks to Cheryl Akle about her journey to sobriety and how it saved her life. Her memoir, A Thousand Wasted Sundays, is out now.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award-winning author Jack Heath talks to Cheryl Akle about what he's reading. His latest novel, Kill Your Husbands, is out now.Books discussed:If This Book Exists, You're in the Wrong Universe by Jason ParginKilling Aurora by Helen BarnesTipping Point by Dinuka McKenzieA Thousand Wasted Sundays by Victoria VanstoneShades of Gray by Jasper FfordeRed Side Story by Jasper Fforde Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling author Shelley Burr talks to Cheryl Akle about what she’s reading. Her latest novel, Ripper, is out now.Books discussed:The Banksia House Breakout by James RoxburghGood Omens by Neil Gaiman and Terry PratchettTipping Point by Dinuka McKenzieThe Eleventh Floor by Kylie Orr Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling author Josephine Moon talks to Cheryl Akle about what she’s reading. Her latest novel, The Wonderful Thing about Phoenix Rose, is out now.Books discussed:The Takedown by Lily ChuThe Heart is a Star by Megan RogersThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen CoveyTen Steps to Nanette by Hannah GadsbyThe Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies by Alison GoodmanThe Chocolate Factory by Mary-Lou StephensTilda is Visible by Jane TaraThe Other Bridget by Rachael Johns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Elizabeth Coleman talks to Cheryl Akle about writing for Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and what draws her to the genre. Her latest novel, A Dance with Murder, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kate Ceberano talks to Cheryl Akle about her legendary career in music and why now was the time to write her memoir, Unsung, which is out now.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah Barrie talks to Cheryl Akle about juggling her writing and criminal research while running her farm. Her latest novel, Vendetta, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Comedian and author James Colley talks to Cheryl Akle about what he’s reading. His debut, The Next Big Thing, is out January 30.Books discussed:Everyone and Everything by Nadine J. CohenThe Bee Sting by Paul MurrayChain-Gang All-Stars by Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Academic and bestselling author Jodi McAlister talks to Cheryl Akle about what she’s reading. Jodi’s latest book, Not Here to Make Friends, is out now. Books discussed:Lace by Shirley ConranTackle by Jilly CooperNever Ever Forever by Karina MayLove and Other Scores by Abra PresslerItalian Marriage by Jenna Lo BiancoLove Just In by Natalie MurrayThe Collected Works of Jackie Collins (reissues)The latest ‘Romance Class ‘releases – a self-publishing collective from the Philippines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Academic and social media superstar Esmé Louise James talks to Cheryl Akle about what she’s reading. Esme’s book, Kinky History, is out now. Books discussed: Sex: Two Billion Years of Procreation and Recreation by David BakerPhilippa Gregory’s historical novelsI Don’t by Clementine Ford50 Shades of Grey by EL James Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bestselling author Kate Mildenhall talks to Cheryl Akle about what she’s reading. Kate's latest book, The Hummingbird Effect, is out now. Books discussed (NB: Some titles might not be published yet) Sidelines by Karen ViggersThe Strip by Iain RyanThe Diary of a Bookseller by Shaun BythellWomen & Children by Tony Birch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final Book Chat of 2023, with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington discussing Christmas, Trent Dalton, Bryan Brown (again), and what everyone is reading over the summer.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joanna Nell talks to Cheryl Akle about her experience working as a GP, ageing gracefully and preparing for retirement. Her latest novel, Mrs Winterbottom Takes A Gap Year, is out now.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.