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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.

Tony Birch talks to Cheryl Akle about his exploration of domestic violence, family and love, and how it inspired his latest novel, Women & Children, which is out now.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lina Jebeile talks to Cheryl Akle about their love of food, culture and Lebanese cuisine. You can find Lina at thelebaneseplate.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BE Better: Better Reading’s Self-Development & Wellness podcast – Sydel Sierra talks to Jane Tara about being groomed in one of the most horrific child abuse stories you’ll hear, and her incredible journey to healing. Her book, Metamorphosis, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Amal Awad talks to Cheryl Akle about the experience of migrant women and the importance of cultural identity. Her latest novel, Bitter and Sweet, is out now.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Richard Osman talks to Cheryl Akle about exploring ageing and capturing the feeling of old-school mysteries in his latest novel, The Last Devil to Die, which is out now.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BE Better: Better Reading’s Self-Development & Wellness podcast – David Michie talks to Jane Tara about meditation, and his bestselling series The Dalai Lama's Cat. The latest book in the series, The Claw of Attraction, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess McGeachin talks to Cheryl Akle about growing up in a museum and how it inspired his blend of science, illustration and writing in his series of picture books, Deep, Lost and High.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Preston talks to Cheryl Akle about how food brings people together, his career, and what inspired him to write his memoir, Big Mouth, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BE Better: Better Reading’s Self-Development & Wellness podcast – Tom Cronin talks to Jane Tara about meditation for stress, health and peace. His book, The Portal, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rachelle Unreich talks to Cheryl Akle about her mother's horrifying, heartbreaking and hopeful Holocaust experience. Her book, A Brilliant Life, is out now.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.