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Episodes
Stories Behind The Story: Linda Martin on Her Journey from Editor to Author
05 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Linda Martin talks to Cheryl about her career in publishing, editing techniques she's uncovered over the years, and her transition from editor to auth...
Stories Behind The Story: Durkhanai Ayubi on Displacement, Food and Hope
29 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Durkhanai Ayubi talks to Cheryl about displacement, the beauty of food and its power to bring communities together. She also reflects on hope, resilie...
Stories Behind The Story: James Colley & Christian White on Crime, Comedy and Their Kids
22 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Christian White (The Ledge, Clickbait) and James Colley (The Next Big Thing, Gruen) have a laugh and talk about writing with their partners, the diffe...
Stories Behind The Story: Bernice Barry on Historical Fiction, Botany and Writing
15 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bernice Barry talks to Cheryl about the magic of writing, the ways readers connect to stories, the complexities of historical fiction, Bernice’s tra...
Stories Behind the Story: JP Pomare and Michael Robotham on Crime and Twists
08 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
JP Pomare (Seventeen Years Later, In The Clearing) and Michael Robotham (Bombproof, When You Are Mine) talk about what it means to be guilty, their bo...
Stories Behind the Story: J.A. Stevens on Disability and Writing Her First Book
01 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
J.A. Stevens talks to Cheryl about her unique childhood, creating miniature love stories with her sister, and how living with a disability has shaped ...
Stories Behind the Story: Matt Stanton and Sarah Ayoub on Family and Kids Books
22 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Stanton (Funny Kid series, The Odds series) and Sarah Ayoub (The Yearbook Committee, The Cult of Romance) have a laugh and reminisce on their rel...
Stories Behind The Story: John M. Green on Writing, Editing and A.I.
15 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
John M. Green talks to Cheryl about the power of asking “what if,” how the editing process can transform a book, the challenges and rewards of wri...
Stories Behind The Story: Ian Kemish on Global Diplomacy and the Australian Economy
08 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Ian Kemish talks to Cheryl about the Australian economy, how global conflicts ripple across borders, and his decades of experience working in Australi...
Stories Behind the Story: Michael Mohammed Ahmad on Community, Grief and Writing
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Mohammed Ahmad talks to Cheryl about supporting his community, how his writing has evolved over time and the deeply emotional heart of his lat...
Stories Behind The Story: Crime Special with Christian White & Tim Ayliffe
25 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Join Cheryl Akle as she sits down with Christian White (The Long Night) and Tim Ayliffe (Dark Desert Road) for an insightful conversation about the Au...
Stories Behind The Story: Joanna Nell and Ali Lowe on Families and Hard Work
18 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Joanna Nell (Mrs Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year, The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement Village) and Ali Lowe (The School Run, The Trivia Night) tal...
Book Chat: with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington – episode #12
11 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode #12 of Book Chat with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington where they discuss the impact of Australian literature, Caroline's writin...
Stories Behind The Story: Christian White on How His Daughter Changed His Writing
04 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Christian White talks to Cheryl about how becoming a parent has reshaped his writing and expanded his worldview, the influence his daughter now has on...
Stories Behind The Story: Rachel Perkins on Her Father, Colonisation and Australia's Future
21 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Perkins talks to Cheryl about the continuing impact of colonisation on First Nations communities, the extraordinary legacy of her father, Charl...
Book Chat: with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington – episode #11
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode #11 of Book Chat with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington, where they discuss the impact of Australian literature, Caroline's writi...
Stories Behind The Story: Loubna Haikal on Heritage, Immigration and the Power of Cooking
14 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Loubna Haikal talks to Cheryl about their Lebanese heritage, displacement, immigration and the quiet beauty of cooking with others. She also reflects ...
Stories Behind the Story: Andrew Sloan on the Human Experience and the Future
07 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Sloan talks to Cheryl about the human experience, the role of therapy, the future of our society and the inspiration behind his new book, Why T...
Stories Behind The Story: Heather Rose on Inspiration, Writing Across Ages and Shifting Worldviews
30 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Heather Rose talks to Cheryl about how worldviews have changed over time, discovering the story behind her latest book, A Great Act of Love, the momen...
Stories Behind The Story: Omar El Akkad on Truth & Ignorance, From Guantánamo to Gaza
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Omar El Akkad joins Cheryl to discuss his latest book, One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This. Together, they explore his experiences re...
Stories Behind The Story: Susan Wyndham on Elizabeth Harrower and a Life in Literature
23 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Susan Wyndham talks to Cheryl about researching her latest book Elizabeth Harrower: The Woman in the Watch Tower, how her mother’s love of books sha...
Stories Behind The Story: Jessica Mansour-Nahra on Her Debut, Pregnancy and Creativity
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessica Mansour-Nahra talks to Cheryl about writing her debut novel, The Farm, how her love of storytelling began, and the emotional challenges she ex...
Stories Behind The Story: Marika Sosnowski on Law, Creative Writing, and the Making of 58 Facets
09 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marika Sosnowski talks to Cheryl about how her background in law shapes her writing and the challenges of merging academic insight with creative expre...
Stories Behind The Story: Greg Haddrick on The Mushroom Murders and the Art of Storytelling
02 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Haddrick talks to Cheryl about his acclaimed career in film and television, what drew him to the chilling real-life case of The Mushroom Murders,...
Stories Behind The Story: Chris Hammer on Journalism, Storytelling Craft and His Latest Thriller
26 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hammer talks to Cheryl about his lifelong love of writing and how his career in journalism, including international reporting for Dateline, shap...
Stories Behind the Story: Soren Tae Smith on Grief, Motherhood and Finding Solace in Storytelling
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Soren Tae Smith talks to Cheryl about the deeply personal process of writing her memoir, Honey from the Ground. She reflects on the loss of her son, t...
Stories Behind The Story: Tim Winton on Ningaloo, the Power of Nonfiction and His Creative Process
12 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Award-winning author Tim Winton joins Cheryl to talk about his first nonfiction book for children, Ningaloo. He shares fascinating facts about the ico...
Stories Behind The Story: Craig Silvey on Writing Challenges, Fatherhood, the Legacy of Jasper Jones, and His Evolving Career
05 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Craig Silvey talks to Cheryl about the challenges he faced while writing his latest book, the ways his children have changed his life, the lasting imp...
Stories Behind The Story: Garry Disher on Being an Aussie Author, Touring Germany, and What Makes the Hirsch Series Unique
28 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Garry Disher talks to Cheryl about his pride in being an Australian author, his book tours in Germany, what sets his Hirsch series apart from other cr...
Stories Behind The Story: Allison Rushby on Writing Across Genres, 25 Years of Storytelling, and the Journey to Slashed Beauties
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Allison Rushby talks to Cheryl about the differences between writing historical fantasy and middle grade fiction, her career before becoming an author...
Stories Behind The Story: Chris Hammer & Caroline Overington on Aussie Books and The Rise of Self-Publishing
14 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hammer (Scrublands, The Valley) and Caroline Overington (Last Woman Hanged, The Cuckoo's Cry) talk about Australian books, self-publishing and h...
Stories Behind The Story: Melina Marchetta & Tess Woods on Their Writing Journeys, Venice and Writing Different Genres
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Melina Marchetta (Looking for Alibrandi, The Piper's Son) and Tess Woods (The Venice Hotel, Beautiful Messy Love) have a chat about Melina's career, V...
Stories Behind The Story: Jackson Harvey & Alex Towler on Building Big with LEGO®, Creative Collaboration, and Their Exhibition in Sydney
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jackson Harvey & Alex Towler talk to Cheryl about their LEGO® exhibition in Sydney, how they first met, what goes into creating their impressive ...
Stories Behind The Story: Lauren Chater & James Bradley on Being an Artist and the Impacts of the Pandemic
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lauren Chater (Gulliver's Wife, The Winter Dress) and James Bradley (Clade, The Resurrectionist) talk about how they met, being an artist and the last...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 9: Megan Kelleher
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Megan Kelleher talks to Cheryl about the many ways people share stories, her personal journey of self-discovery, the influence of her family on her wo...
Stories Behind The Story: Michael Robotham & Dinuka McKenzie on the art of crafting interesting characters
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Robotham (The Suspect, Good Girl, Bad Girl) and Dinuka McKenzie (The Torrent, Taken) discuss Michael's 20 years of publishing, the hardships o...
Stories Behind The Story: Jacqueline Harvey & Kristin Darell on how they got into the publishing industry
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jacqueline Harvey (Alice-Miranda series, Kensy and Max series) and Kristin Darell (Taronga Presents series and Football Fever Series) share some laugh...
Stories Behind The Story: Caoilinn Hughes & Bri Lee on the differences between young and older readers
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caoilinn Hughes (The Alternatives, Orchid & the Wasp) and Bri Lee (Eggshell Skull, Who Gets to Be Smart) share some laughs and talk about their la...
Stories Behind The Story: January Gilchrist on Writing Beginnings, Blue Mountains Adventures, and Finding Her Voice at a Retreat
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
January Gilchrist talks to Cheryl about the beginnings of her writing journey, her adventures in the Blue Mountains and the transformative experience ...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 8: Cheryl Leavy
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cheryl Leavy talks to Cheryl Akle about the moment she realised she wanted to write her debut and its emotional connection to her mother, the role of ...
Stories Behind The Story: Karen Brooks on Brewing, Her Writing Journey and Bringing History to Life Through Fiction
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Karen Brooks talks to Cheryl about her family-run brewery in Hobart, the influence of feminism on her writing, how she approaches research for her his...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 7: Marly Wells
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marly Wells talks to Cheryl about the inspirations that led her and her mother to co-write their first book, the global conflicts shaping today's worl...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 6: Joshua Gilbert
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joshua Gilbert talks to Cheryl about the history of agriculture in Australia, First Nations agricultural practices, the Equal Wages decision, the beau...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 5: Wanda Gibson
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Wanda Gibson talks to Cheryl about publishing her picture book, the influence of her childhood on her writing and illustrations, her connection to the...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 4: Lenora Thaker
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lenora Thaker talks to Cheryl about her Aboriginal Australian heritage, the impact of World War II on First Nations communities, her passion for writi...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 3: Natalia Figueroa Barroso
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Natalia Figueroa Barroso talks to Cheryl about her family's immigration journey, the deep longing many migrants feel for their homeland, the influence...
Stories Behind The Story: Fiona McKenzie Kekic on Turning Real-Life Experience and Industry Sexism into Page-Turning Fiction
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Fiona McKenzie Kekic talks to Cheryl about her parents, the real-life experiences that shaped her novel, her career in television, the groundbreaking ...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 2: Steve MinOn
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steve MinOn talks to Cheryl about his unique cultural heritage, the significance of names, his career in advertising and how personal experiences shap...
Fresh Voices: A Debut Author Spotlight - Episode 1: Luke Patterson
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Patterson talks to Cheryl about the art of poetry, the ways he weaves identity into his work, the significance of place in his writing, his First...
Stories Behind The Story: Jenny Ashcroft on How Real-Life Anonymous Letter Scandals Shaped Her Narrative
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jenny Ashcroft talks to Cheryl about real-life anonymous letter cases, the thrill of writing historical fiction, and the power of community in the boo...
Stories Behind The Story: Michael Robotham on His 19th Book, Publishing Challenges and Bringing His Books to Screen
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Robotham talks to Cheryl about his nineteenth novel, the evolution of the acclaimed Joe O'Loughlin series, the shifting landscape and challeng...
Stories Behind The Story: Rachel Paris on How Power Imbalances and Toxic Masculinity Have Influenced Her Writing
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachel Paris talks to Cheryl about the challenges of navigating rejections, the timing of book releases, and the importance of perseverance. Her ...
Stories Behind The Story: Angie Faye Martin on How Her Aboriginal Heritage Influenced Her Debut
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Angie Faye Martin talks to Cheryl about the challenges she encountered while writing her first book, her journey as a writer, the influence of he...
Stories Behind The Story: Marian Keyes on Finding Joy, Feminism and Recovery Through Writing
01 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marian Keyes talks to Cheryl about the life experiences that shaped her books. From her journey through addiction and recovery to her reflections on f...
Stories Behind The Story: Madeleine Cleary on Dedication and Teamwork Behind Crafting Compelling Narratives
25 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Madeleine Cleary talks to Cheryl about her path to publication, the importance of collaboration with editors, and how balancing a full-time job with w...
Stories Behind The Story: Omar Sakr on How Art Can Serve as Both Witness and Weapon
22 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Omar Sakr talks to Cheryl about resistance, censorship, and the power of poetry to bring clarity, connection, and hope in turbulent times. His latest ...
Stories Behind The Story: Andrew HC McDonald on His Love for Languages
18 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew HC McDonald talks to Cheryl about his journey to publication, the editing process that transformed The Monticello School of Swearing, and ...
Stories Behind The Story: Cassie Hamer on How Her Background and Life Experiences Shape Her Fiction
11 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cassie Hamer talks to Cheryl about the importance of character development, the dynamics of the plot, and how Cassie’s personal experiences influenc...
Stories Behind The Story: Isabel Allende on Being Honoured with a Barbie Tribute
04 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Isabel Allende talks to Cheryl about being honoured with a Barbie doll in her likeness, writing during uncertain global times, and the importance of s...
Stories Behind The Story: Natasha Lester on Balancing Creativity with The Demands of Daily Life
27 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Natasha Lester talks to Cheryl about her writing process, the challenges of balancing creativity with the demands of daily life and how personal exper...
Stories Behind The Story: Renee Salt and Kate Thompson on the Importance of Sharing Stories to Honour the Past
20 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Renee Salt and Kate Thompson talk to Cheryl about Renee’s harrowing experiences during the Holocaust, her survival, and the lasting impact of trauma...
Stories Behind The Story: Patricia Wolf on How the Australian Landscape Becomes a Character in Her Latest Book
13 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Patricia Wolf talks to Cheryl about identity, belonging, and the power of landscape in storytelling, as Patricia reflects on her two-decade-long life ...
Stories Behind The Story: Jessie Burton on How Storytelling is a Compulsion and an Artistic Escape
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jessie Burton talks to Cheryl about her fascination with World War I and its impact on ordinary people, the pressures of deadlines, and how storytelli...
Stories Behind The Story: Andrea Thompson on The Challenges of Embracing her Identity and Finding Her Voice
30 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Andrea Thompson talks to Cheryl about her writing process, the challenges of embracing her identity and finding her voice, and how her personal experi...
Stories Behind The Story: Amy Matthews on Her Journey Through Historical Romance and Romantic Comedies
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Description: Amy Matthews talks to Cheryl about her journey through historical romance and romantic comedies. She discusses how her writing evolv...
Stories Behind The Story: Ronni Salt on The Power of Social Media in Connecting with Readers
16 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ronni Salt talks to Cheryl about her journey to publication, tahe feedback that led to the creation of her debut novel Gunnawah, the importance of soc...
Stories Behind The Story: Emily Paull on the Importance of Authentic Historical Details
09 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Emily Paull sits down with Cheryl to discuss her journey into writing historical fiction, exploring how research and feedback play a crucial role in s...
Stories Behind The Story: Mary-Lou Stephens on Her Journey From Radio to Writing
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mary-Lou Stephens talks to Cheryl about her journey from radio to writing, the joy of slow travel, and how her experiences inspire her creative projec...
Stories Behind The Story: Ashley Kalagian Blunt on How Illness Has Shaped Her Creative Practice
22 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ashley Kalagian Blunt talks to Cheryl about how her illness has shaped her writing, her love for true crime, and the challenges of drafting new novels...
Stories Behind The Story: Kate Horan on the challenges of getting published and the rapid success of her book deal.
16 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Horan talks to Cheryl about her writing journey, the challenges of getting published and the mentorship she received. Her latest novel, ...
Stories Behind The Story: Petronella McGovern & Margaret Hickey on growing up in small rural towns
09 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Petronella McGovern (Six Minutes, The Liars) and Margaret Hickey (Broken Bay, Stone Town) talk about their latest books, growing up in small rural tow...
Stories Behind The Story: Rachael Johns and Belinda Alexandra on overcoming bad reviews and the intense pressure of deadlines
02 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Rachael Johns (The Other Bridget, Outback Dreams) and Belinda Alexandra (White Gardenia, The Mystery Woman) talk about their upcoming books, the menta...
Stories Behind The Story: Tim Ayliffe and Anna Downes on Being an Actor and a Journalist
26 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Ayliffe (State of Fear, The Greater Good) and Anna Downes (The Shadow House, Red River Road) talk about their newest books, the first time they me...
Stories Behind The Story: Michael Connelly and Candice Fox Talk About Their First Encounter in a New York City Bar
19 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Connelly (Resurrection Walking, Lincoln Lawyer) and Candice Fox (Devil's Kitchen, Crimson Lake) share some laughs and talk about their first e...
Stories Behind The Story: Sara Haddad on Storytelling as Resistance and the Crisis in Palestine
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sara talks to Cheryl about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Palestine, the power of storytelling as a form of resistance, and the inspiration behind...
Stories Behind The Story: Penelope Janu on the Evolving Opportunities for Women in Literature
05 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Penelope talks to Cheryl about the evolving opportunities for women in literature, her personal reflections on her beautiful home and garden, and the ...
Stories Behind The Story: Rose Carlyle on the delicate balance between creative expression and commercial expectations.
29 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rose Carlyle talks to Cheryl about her writing journey, the realities of the publishing industry, and the delicate balance between creative expression...
Stories Behind The Story: Helen Garner on Writing, Age and The Seasons
22 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Helen Garner talks to Cheryl about the art of writing nonfiction, her journey as an author over the years and how age has shaped her perspective on li...
Stories Behind The Story: Lainie Anderson on Kate Cookson's life as South Australia's first female police officer
15 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Lainie Anderson talks to Cheryl about Kate Cookson's life as South Australia's first female police officer, the complex history of forced adoptions, a...
Stories Behind The Story: Kathy George on the Balance Between Family Life and Creativity
08 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kathy George talks to Cheryl about the emotional challenges of publishing, the balance between family life and creativity, and her dedication to her l...
Stories Behind The Stories: David Whish-Wilson on His Journey from a Nomadic Childhood to a Successful Crime Novelist
01 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
David Wish-Wilson talks to Cheryl about his unconventional path to writing, his motivations for writing crime fiction and the significant themes he ex...
Stories Behind The Story: Tess Woods on on how tourism continues to strain Venice
27 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tess Woods speaks with Cheryl about the ongoing impact of tourism on Venice, her experiences navigating the publishing industry, and her upcoming book...
Stories Behind The Story: Christian White on the importance of trusting readers to engage actively with his stories
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Christian White talks to Cheryl about how personal experiences, especially fatherhood and aging, influence his writing, the differences between crafti...
Stories Behind The Story: Dr. Emma Beckett on the challenges of breaking free from the restrictive narratives of diet culture.
20 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Emma Beckett talks to Cheryl about her passion for food-themed fashion, and the challenges of breaking away from the restrictive narratives that d...
Stories Behind The Story: Tim Winton on the connections between the personal struggles in his stories and real-world issues.
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Winton talks to Cheryl about his evolving worldview and the importance of community, highlighting how his work speaks to the complexities of life ...
Stories Behind The Story: Michael Connelly on Witnessing a Crime to Becoming a Crime Novelist
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Connelly talks to Cheryl Akle about his writing journey, from witnessing a crime to becoming a crime novelist, mentors, and the importance of ...
Stories Behind The Story: Hasib Hourani on The Displacement and Dispossession of the Palestinian People
10 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hasib Hourani talks to Cheryl about the displacement and dispossession of the Palestinian people, as well as the broader context of global politics, m...
A Decade of Stories: Celebrating 10 Years of Better Reading
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Caroline Overington sits down with Cheryl Akle, the founder of Better Reading, to celebrate its 10th birthday! They reflect on the journey of building...
Stories Behind The Story: Josh Bornstein on Corporate Power and the Fight for Free Speech
03 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Josh Bornstein talks to Cheryl about corporate power, free speech, and the urgent need for a unified progressive agenda to tackle the various social a...
Book Chat: with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington – episode #10
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode #10 of Book Chat with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington where they discuss the impact of Australian literature, Caroline's writin...
Stories Behind The Story: Genevieve Gannon On The Importance Of Community-Based Journalism
27 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Genevieve Gannon talks to Cheryl about the evolving landscape of journalism and literature, the influence of the pandemic on her writing, and the impo...
Stories Behind The Story: Harriet Constable and Her Commitment to Crafting a Narrative That Brings the Past to Life
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Harriet Constable talks to Cheryl about her unconventional path to writing, her immersive research process in Venice, and the significant historical t...
Stories Behind The Story: Nick Bryant on The Complex Interplay Between Politics and Society In The U.S.A.
20 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Bryant talks to Cheryl about the rise of populism, the media's influence on public perception, and the deep-seated culture wars shaping the lands...
Stories Behind the Story: Danielle Binks on the importance of reading without making it feel like a chore
13 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Danielle Binks talks to Cheryl about the importance of promoting the joy of reading, the vital role of libraries in creating welcoming spaces, and how...
Stories Behind the Story: Mitch Wallis on fostering meaningful and empathetic conversations
06 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Mitch Wallis talks to Cheryl about his personal journey, the challenges of vulnerability, particularly for men, and the importance of deep connection ...
Stories Behind The Story: Briony Stewart on the special place children's literature holds in shaping young minds
29 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Briony Stewart talks to Cheryl about her artistic journey, the role of creativity in storytelling, and the special place children's literature holds i...
Stories Behind The Story: Michael Robotham on Celebrating 20 Years of Writing and the Connections that Shaped His Career
22 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michael Robotham talks to Cheryl about celebrating his 20-year writing career, exploring the evolution of crime fiction, and sharing personal stories ...
Stories Behind The Story: J.P. Pomare on the validation process through publishing
15 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
J.P. Pomare talks to Cheryl about the reality of writing as a profession, the validation process through publishing, and the necessity of building a s...
Stories Behind The Story: Louise Candlish on the triumphs of being a long-standing author
08 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Louise Candlish talks to Cheryl about her approach to writing, the evolution of reader expectations, and the challenges and triumphs of being a long-s...
Stories Behind the Story: Andrew Caillard on the Evolution of the Australian Wine Industry.
01 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Caillard talks to Cheryl about his unique perspective on the evolution of the Australian wine industry, his favorite Australian wine regions an...