Australian Book Lovers
Episodes
Christmas Special featuring Madeleine D'Este, Sandy Barker, Lisa Heidke, Kevin Klehr, BG Hilton & Kay Kerr
19 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 159 has Christmas written all over it. Veronica and Laurie chat rituals, folklore, food and book stocking fillers with six Australian authors ...
Author Johan du Toit
08 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 cha...
Writer's Room with Maria Linwood, Dmetri Kakmi, Heather Ewings & Maxx Victor
28 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #157, Veronica & Laurie explore fantasy in many forms with authors Maria Linwood, Dmetri Kakmi, Heather Ewings & Maxx Victor. Why d...
Researcher Dr Alexandra Dane
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #156 is packed full of writer's resources. Veronica and Laurie have industry news and discussions (congrats to Holden Sheppard for making...
Writer's Room with Susan Rogers, John Roosen & Sean Gorman
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #155, Veronica & Laurie are chasing adventure across the country and diving into dark alleys with mystery, crime and thriller authors S...
Poet Gregory Day
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's episode #154, and Laurie's 50th co-hosting. Veronica and Laurie have industry news and events, and discuss K.M. Allan's Foreshadow...
Writer's Room with Sandy Barker, A.M. Jaxon & Susannah Hardy
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #153, Veronica & Laurie are ramping up the romance with authors Sandy Barker, A.M. Jaxon and Susannah Hardy. Our fabulous authors chat ...
Author Laura J Fitzwilson
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 Wr...
Writer's Room with Alistair Conwell, Clare Rhoden & Ishmael A. Soledad
03 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #151 Veronica & Laurie explore alternate realities, world building and writing sci-fi with a panel of fantastic speculative fiction aut...
Publisher Ginny Grant
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 150 has Veronica & Laurie chatting about their favourite topic - Australian authored books - and industry news, events and some John Koeni...
Writer's Room with Eileen O’Hely, Rosie Schonell & Ingrid Laguna
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ep149 has Veronica & Laurie back in school chatting all things middle grade with authors Eileen O'Hely, Rosie Schonell & Ingrid Laguna. W...
Writer's Room with Miranda Luby and Holly Cardamone
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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 w...
Creators Luke Jackson, Maya Graham and Kelly Jackson
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #147 has Veronica and Laurie sharing the latest literary news and views, quotes and new book spotlights. Veronica chats with the trio of talen...
Author Stephen Higgins
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 146, Veronica and Laurie talk quirky second hand book shops, literary events and industry news. Laurie chats with speculative fiction autho...
Writer's Room with Madeleine D'Este and Zena Shapter
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Love stories? Then join Veronica and Laurie in Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #145. They're in the Writer's Room with Madeleine D&ap...
Author Elly Both
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 144, Veronica and Laurie discover John Koenig's meaning of vellichor, keir, and keta. They share industry news, writerly events, quote...
Writer's Room with Christina Giuffré & Suzi Samuel
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #143, Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer's Room with Christina Giuffré & Suzi Samuel. Two wonde...
Authors Linda & Marly Wells
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #142 Veronica and Laurie discover beloiter and ecury, share industry news, giveaways and quotes. They both chat with the brilliant mother d...
Writer's Room with Andrea Barton & Zane Lovitt
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode #141, Veronica and Laurie are exploring crime fiction in the Writer's Room with Andrea Barton and Zane ...
Author Abigail Mader
31 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 140 has Veronica and Laurie exploring epic fantasy and imposter syndrome, sharing industry news and events, and learning the meanings of momop...
Writer's Room with Ann Dombroski and Deborah Pike
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Australian Book Lovers podcast episode 139, Veronica and Laurie are back in the Writer's Room, diving into suspense and speculative fiction wi...
Author John Kinsella
16 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode #138 has Veronica and Laurie delivering industry news and events, and getting sidetracked on their favourite authors and the meaning of bildun...
Writer's Room with Frances Mackay and Rick LeCouteur
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 137 Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer's Room with wonderful picture book authors Frances Mackay and Richard LeCouteur. Both genero...
Author Stephen Downes
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 136 Veronica and Laurie bring you industry news and events from the world of publishing including the Understanding Australian Readers Repo...
Author S.F. Sowter
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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...
Author Tina Strachan
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #134 of the Australian Book Lovers podcast, Veronica and Laurie chat industry news, writing events, trends in Australian book sales. Plus m...
Writer's Room with Bronwyn Frazer and Adrian Emery
01 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 133, Veronica & Laurie tap into the inner worlds of two wonderful non-fiction authors. Bronwyn Frazer and Adrian Emery share their life...
Author Diane Clarke
10 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #132 of the Australian Book Lovers podcast, Veronica and Laurie chat industry news (so many events), story seeds, editing and the fabulous ...
Writer's Room with Rowena Mabbott & Jodie Benveniste
24 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 131 Veronica and Laurie are joined in the Writer's Room by Australian romance writers Rowena Mabbot and Jodie Benveniste. They chat ab...
Author Dirk Strasser
12 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 130 has Veronica and Laurie planting plenty of seeds for daydreaming over the summer break. They have news (Laurie has sent the final book (5)...
Writer's Room with Dan Kaufman & Lisa Kenway
23 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 129, Veronica & Laurie get into the underbelly with crime and thriller writers Dan Kaufman and Lisa Kenway. We chat inspiration, experi...
Writer's Room with Veronica Strachan & Laurie Bell
16 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #128, Laurie finally gets Veronica under the author spotlight. We learn of the Heroine's Journey, how the pathway to publication can b...
Author Amanda Bridgeman
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 127, Veronica & Laurie share Australian writing and publishing industry news, writing events & more wonderful words from John Koeni...
Writer's Room with Lisa Darcy and Bella Ellwood-Clayton
29 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 126 Veronica and Laurie are joined in the Writer's Room by authors Lisa Darcy and Dr Bella Ellwood-Clayton. We dive into contemporary ...
Author Damien Linnane
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 125 brings ABL co-founder Darren Kasenkow back for an insightful interview with author, artist and advocate, Damien Linnane. Dive into this br...
Author Finegan Kruckemeyer
16 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 124 starts with an audio book excerpt of Midnight Man by Kevin Klehr. Then Veronica and Laurie dive into industry news and events, explore new...
Author Donna M Cameron
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode #123, Veronica and Laurie take you in a myriad of directions, from industry and upcoming news, including Wilderness Society's Karajia ...
Writer's Room with Bruce Lowery, Jessica Mudditt & David Hume
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
If you find people fascinating, then episode 122 is a must. Veronica and Laurie chat with authors Bruce Lowery, Jessica Mudditt and David Hume about m...
Writer's Room with E. J. Dawson & Pauline Yates
28 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 121, Veronica and Laurie are joined by fabulous Australian speculative fiction authors E. J. Dawson and Pauline Yates. The conversation tac...
Author Vanessa Lee
21 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 120 has Veronica and Laurie chasing down speculative fiction rabbit holes as they bring you industry news, writing opportunities, book festiva...
Author Andrea Putting
05 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 119 is chock full with Veronica and Laurie winding their way through news, words, book spotlights, and quotes as well as sharing their promise...
Author Catherine McNamara
25 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 118, Veronica & Laurie bring you AI news and reminders for ASA pitching and literary speed dating events, and new words from John Koeni...
Writer's Room with Hayley Walsh, Nikky Lee & Helen Edwards
15 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 117 is bursting at the seams. Veronica and Laurie chat and laugh with three amazing Aussie authors who build a bridge and take us over the wri...
ABL Readers Are Writers Special
09 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veronica and Laurie host a super special writing workshop in episode #116. Dr Rachel Matthews creates a space where readers become writers. Through ch...
Writer's Room with Victor Steffensen & Isobel Bevis
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a super special Writer's Room for Ep115, we're celebrating NAIDOC week with Indigenous authors Victor Steffensen and Isobel Bevis. Both ...
Author Monika Schott
20 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 114, Veronica and Laurie realise the word ludiosis (a John Koenig original) describes their podcast planning magnificently. As well as all ...
Author Sue-Ellen Pashley
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 113 we give a big shout out to our newest subscribers Hayley Walsh and Nadine Abrahams. We talk Victorian library and Aus vs US best seller...
Author Nadine Abrahams
06 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 112, Veronica and Laurie bring you libraries, warm winter reads, Lego adventures, Story Dogs, fellowships, industry news, made up words, re...
Author Les Zigomanis
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 111, Veronica & Laurie bring you news, reviews and rabbit holes about phonics, olympic cyclists, AI surveys, festivals, events and anth...
Writer's Room with Andrea Barton & Kirsten Hunter
13 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the Writer's Room for Ep110, Veronica and Laurie chat with the brilliant, multi-talented crime authors Andrea Barton (The Godfather of Dance) ...
Author Tania Blanchard
01 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veronica & Laurie wrestle with feline critics, share findings from the Indie Author Survey results, and manage to use the words poggled and nyctou...
Author Helen Edwards
13 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veronica & Laurie are nerding out on words in episode #108. We have an inspirational and educational interview with the amazing middle grade autho...
Writer's Room with Rachel Matthews & Michael Fitzgerald
05 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veronica and Laurie are in the Writer's Room for episode 107! We chat with fabulous Australian authors Rachel Matthews and Michael Fitzgerald abo...
Author Eugen Bacon
27 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veronica and Laurie are in their element in Episode #106 talking all things words and writing. Veronica chats with the wonderful and inspiring Eugen B...
Author Simon Higgins
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veronica and Laurie Bell are together again for Australian Book Lovers podcast episode 105. Darren Kasenkow is back briefly and shares his second la...
Author Catherine Jinks
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Veronica is joined by Laurie Bell for Australian Book Lovers podcast episode 104. We have an amazingly generous and educational interview with renowne...
Author Alison Booth
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for episode 103, featuring an inspiring and heartfelt interview with author Alison Booth. We have industry news, helpfu...
Author Michael Buxton
28 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's time to hit the groovy sixties, and that means episode 102 is here! We have a soul searching interview with author Michael Buxton who discus...
Authors Ned and Shane Heaton
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a jam packed episode featuring an interview with authors Ned and Shane Heaton, who reveal insights into their missi...
We made it to 100!
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren as they celebrate reaching 100 episodes and chat about what's made the journey so special, so far, and what's...
Author David Cohen
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dive into episode 99 with hosts Veronica and Darren for a thought provoking and thrilling interview with author David Cohen. We have a Reader's C...
AI special with Danielle Clode
17 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a Writer's Lounge chat with Danielle Clode from the Australian Society of Authors! Danielle gives us an amazin...
Writer's Lounge with Phil Hore Part 2
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Never let a technical glitch get in the way of a fun horror chat! Join Darren and author Phil Hore as they continue their gushings of all things 70s a...
A Quick Update For Our Astronomically Amazing Listeners!
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Just a quick message regarding our temporary pause in podcast productions. Don't worry though, we're back in a jiffy!Support the showThanks ...
Writer's Lounge with Phil Hore Part 1
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Darren sits down with author Phil Hore for a laid back chat about John Carpenter's 'The Thing', video stores, horror art, pop culture, ...
Author Myke Mollard
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strap yourself in and tap on your helmet three times to make sure it's secure, because in this episode's interview guest Myke Mollard brings...
Author Dr. Jessica Revill for Suicide Prevention Day
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join us for this honest and informative episode featuring an interview with author Dr. Jessica Revill, who shares with host Darren the heartbreaking m...
Author Zena Shapter
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join Veronica and Darren for another super fun episode as we give a shoutout for our first podcast subscribers Laurie Bell and Averil Drummond. We c...
Wilderness Aus Awards Special Part Four
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
And now it's time for the judges! In part four of our Wilderness Awards specials, Veronica and Darren chat with Sami Bayly and Leanne Mulgo Watso...
Author Jacinta Dietrich
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a packed to the rafters episode featuring a soul inspiring interview and reading with author Jacinta Dietrich. We d...
Wilderness Aus Awards Special Part Three
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Time to join hosts Veronica and Darren for our super fun third special for the Wilderness Society Australia Karajia & Environment Awards for Child...
Author Naomi Shippen
25 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Evil in plain sight... parachute pants... philosophical musings around the proverbial mask we all wear... Episode 89 is here! Veronica and Darren have...
Wilderness Aus Awards Special Part Two
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for another superstar filled chat. We have the amazing Wilderness Society Karajia & Environment Awards for Children...
Author Dr. Toula Gordillo
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Worlds within words within worlds... Welcome to episode 87 featuring an electrifying and inspirational interview with author Dr. Toula Gordillo who di...
Wilderness Aus Awards Special Part One
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for the first of four Wilderness Society Australia Awards specials featuring shortlisted authors, illustrators and judg...
Author Pauline Yates
03 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 85 is here and it's bursting at the seams! Veronica and Darren have a super spectacular interview with the amazing sci fi author Pauline ...
Author Jess Kitching
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the midst of Antarctic kisses for Australia episode 84 has arrived... Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a dive into latest release books, industry...
Author Danielle Corrie
10 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 83! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for another filled to the brim episode featuring a super fun and awesome interview with author D...
AI intro...
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The world changed in the blink of an eye. A computer can now chat with you. Join us for the start of an ongoing dive into what AI means for artists, a...
Author Dinuka McKenzie
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's episode 81 and nothing succeeds like excess! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a monster episode featuring a soul inspiring interview with ...
Author Ashley Kalagian Blunt
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 80 is here! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a packed to the rafters episode featuring a thrilling and insightful interview with author Ashl...
Author Magdalena Ball
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for episode 79 featuring a marvelously breathtaking interview with the wonderful Magdalena Ball, who discusses her late...
Author Ben Hobson
12 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
78 is here! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a super packed episode featuring discussion about whales and terrorists, the magic of possibly secret t...
Author Kay Kerr
05 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 77 is here and that means another packed to the rafters adventure! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a thought provoking and heart warming in...
Author Joshua Hall
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a giant episode featuring a soul inspiring interview with author Joshua Hall, discussions about Turkish coffee, cre...
Author Conchita GarSantiago
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a packed episode 75 featuring an astounding interview with author Conchita GarSantiago. We have chats, industry new...
Author Michelle Tom
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's 2023 and we're back! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for episode 74 featuring a powerful and heartfelt interview with author Michelle To...
Author Petronella McGovern
27 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a psychological thriller inspired episode! There's a fabulous interview with one of Australia's premiere ...
Authors Emily Gale & Nina Kenwood
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Summer may have slept through the alarm but episode 72 is here! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a wonderful double interview with authors Emily Gal...
Author Chris Hammer
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a blockbuster episode featuring an in depth interview with astounding crime writer Chris Hammer who chats about his...
Author S.S. Turner
30 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for another jam packed episode as they chat about a naughty bird that turns into a heavy metal book, the spritiual insi...
Aaron Fa'aoso and Michelle Scott Tucker
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 69 is here and we are so proud to present a super inspiring, powerful and thought provoking double interview with actor, director, producer an...
Author David Cairns Of Finavon
23 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a literary step back in time as we delve into the trials and tribulations of convict life thanks to a deep and thor...
Author Miranda Luby
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Could this be our biggest episode yet? Join hosts Veronica and Darren for podcast 67 featuring a Reader's Cafe with special guest Belinda Grant w...
Author Dime Sheppard
04 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Episode 66 is here and with it some brand new segments! Join hosts Veronica and Darren as they discuss clickety keyboards, the possible cosmic river o...
Author Holden Sheppard
28 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a filled to 'the brink' episode featuring a deep and motivating interview with astounding author Holden S...
Author Nikky Lee
23 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a filled to the brim episode featuring discussions about the monster that just might lurk within us all, sharp eggs...
Author Lucy Christopher
13 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a slight pause thanks to geographical relocation madness and insanity, episode 63 is here! Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a jam packed edit...
Author Marie Sulda
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren as they discuss the existential and philosophical implications of a mouldy coffee cup, and why writing a journal can so...
Author Jules Van Mil
23 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join hosts Veronica and Darren for a jam packed episode 61 featuring discussions about sunbaking wombats, the power of fashion to help shape your real...