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Journalist and author Tim Ayliffe talks to Cheryl Akle about politics, power, and the rise of far-right extremism in Australia. His latest novel, The Enemy Within, is out now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cecilia Ahern talks to Cheryl Akle about her Sunday Times bestselling novel Freckles, which explores how we are shaped by the people in our lives. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Alison MacLeod talks to Cheryl Akle about her latest historical fiction novel, Tenderness, an exploration of society's reaction to the infamous Lady Chatterley's Lover, and the transformative and triumphant power of fiction itself. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

John M. Green talks to Cheryl Akle about co-founding a publishing house, and why it's so important for us to embrace our creative side. His latest novel, Double Deal, is out now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bestselling author Robyn Harding talks to Cheryl Akle about why she's drawn to writing domestic thrillers, and what makes the genre so popular. Her latest novel, The Perfect Family, is out now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Thomas Mayor talks to Cheryl Akle about his latest book, Dear Son, a collection of heartfelt letters written by First Nations men about life, masculinity, love, culture and racism. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Actor and bestselling author Catherine Steadman talks to Cheryl Akle about being an actress and an author, and how she pulls back the (theatre) curtain on show business in her latest novel, The Disappearing Act. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Walkley Award-winning journalist Lisa Millar talks to Cheryl Akle about the flight that changed her life and how she overcame her fear of flying. Her memoir, Daring to Fly, is out now.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jake Avila talks to Cheryl Akle about what makes cave diving so dangerous, and how a diving trip inspired his action-packed thriller, Cave Diver. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Kim Lock talks to Cheryl Akle about her acute anxiety and how her experiences living with it inspired her latest novel, The Other Side of Beautiful.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Author and academic Karen Brooks talks to Cheryl Akle about how her historical novels challenge the male perspective of history. Her latest novel, The Good Wife of Bath, is a feminist reworking of Chaucer's Canterbury Tales. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Dr Norman Swan talks to Cheryl Akle about his latest book So You Think You Know What's Good for You? and why it's so important to take care of ourselves, especially during COVID. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Imran Mahmood talks to Cheryl Akle about his career as a criminal defence barrister, which inspired his crime writing. His latest novel, I Know What I Saw, is out now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Screenwriter, comedian, radio presenter, and author John Doyle talks to Cheryl Akle about his fascinating career, from Triple J to commentating at the Sydney Olympics. His memoir, Blessed, is out now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Author Hannah Bent talks to Cheryl Akle about her sister who lives with Down Syndrome, and who contracted Encephalitis with devastating consequences. Hannah discusses how a heartbreaking change in her sister inspired her debut novel, When Things Are Alive They Hum. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bestselling author Pamela Hart talks to Cheryl Akle about home renovations, cosy mysteries, and her first crime novel Digging Up Dirt. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Politician and author Kate Thwaites talks to Cheryl Akle about toxic culture and misogyny in the Australian Parliament. Her new book, Enough is Enough, is out now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nicola West talks to Cheryl Akle about her small-town upbringing and how her father's law enforcement background influenced her debut novel, Catch Us the Foxes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bestselling author Sophie Green talks to Cheryl Akle about yoga and how her spiritual beliefs influence her writing. Her latest novel, Thursdays at Orange Blossom House, is out now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

New York Times bestselling author Zakiya Dalila Harris talks to Cheryl Akle about diversity in the publishing industry and how her own experience as a black woman working in publishing inspired her debut, The Other Black Girl. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.