Stories Behind the Story with Better Reading

By Better Reading Podcast

Cheryl Akle discusses the world with her favourite authors.

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Stories Behind the Story with Better Reading episodes:

December 22, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Helen Garner on Writing, Age and The Seasons
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 life. Her latest book, The Season, is out now.
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43min
December 15, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Lainie Anderson on Kate Cookson's life as South Australia's first female police officer
Lainie Anderson talks to Cheryl about Kate Cookson's life as South Australia's first female police officer, the complex history of forced adoptions, and the research behind her new novel. The Death of Dora Black is out now.
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31min
December 08, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Kathy George on the Balance Between Family Life and Creativity
Kathy George talks to Cheryl about the emotional challenges of publishing, the balance between family life and creativity, and her dedication to her latest book, The Scent of Oranges, which is out now.

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31min
December 01, 2024 Stories Behind The Stories: David Whish-Wilson on His Journey from a Nomadic Childhood to a Successful Crime Novelist
David Wish-Wilson talks to Cheryl about his unconventional path to writing, his motivations for writing crime fiction and the significant themes he explores in his work. His latest novel Culter is out now.
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29min
November 27, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Tess Woods on on how tourism continues to strain Venice
Tess Woods speaks with Cheryl about the ongoing impact of tourism on Venice, her experiences navigating the publishing industry, and her upcoming book set in Cairo, which delves into themes of the Middle East and personal heritage. Her latest novel, The Venice Hotel, is available now.
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33min
November 24, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Christian White on the importance of trusting readers to engage actively with his stories
Christian White talks to Cheryl about how personal experiences, especially fatherhood and aging, influence his writing, the differences between crafting novels and screenplays, and the importance of trusting readers to engage actively with his stories. His latest novel, The Ledge, is out now.
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36min
November 20, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Dr. Emma Beckett on the challenges of breaking free from the restrictive narratives of diet culture.
Dr. Emma Beckett talks to Cheryl about her passion for food-themed fashion, and the challenges of breaking away from the restrictive narratives that diet culture often imposes, particularly on women. Her latest book, You are More Than What You Eat, is out now.
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33min
November 17, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Tim Winton on the connections between the personal struggles in his stories and real-world issues.
Tim Winton talks to Cheryl about his evolving worldview and the importance of community, highlighting how his work speaks to the complexities of life and the enduring hope for a better future. Tim Winton discusses the themes of survival, moral courage, and humanity in his latest novel, set in a dystopian future impacted by climate change. His latest novel, Juice, is out now.
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27min
November 12, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Michael Connelly on Witnessing a Crime to Becoming a Crime Novelist
Michael Connelly talks to Cheryl Akle about his writing journey, from witnessing a crime to becoming a crime novelist, mentors, and the importance of place in novels. His latest novel, The Waiting, will be out in October 2024.

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32min
November 10, 2024 Stories Behind The Story: Hasib Hourani on The Displacement and Dispossession of the Palestinian People
Hasib Hourani talks to Cheryl about the displacement and dispossession of the Palestinian people, as well as the broader context of global politics, media, and the ongoing conflict in Palestine. His latest work, rock flight, is out now.
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34min

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