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  • Episode 73 - I'm Not Really Here

    03/10/2024 Duração: 53min

    Our latest #LiteraryAnything episode is out now! This month Paula and Salma discuss their first YA book on the pod, Gary Lonesborough's latest novel 'I'm Not Really Here'. Paula is generally not a fan of YA, but will this book change her mind? Listen to find out! Plus, hear Salma's impressive list of book recs for this month and Paula talks about Sally Rooney's highly anticipated novel 'Intermezzo'. Books they mention: The Boy from the Mish by Gary Lonesborough The Fault in Our Stars by John Green The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt Jasper Jones by Craig Silvey Counting the Cost by Jill Duggar The House of Beckham by Tom Bower What Happened to Nina? by Dervla McTiernan Don't Swipe Right by L.M. Chilton The Good Dog (Detective Zoe Mayer #3) by Simon Rowell D.I. Callanach Series by Helen Sarah Fields ( Perfect remains, perfect prey, perfect death and perfect crime) The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka One of the Good Guys by Araminta Hall The Secret History by Donna Tartt Yellowface by R.F. Kuang At

  • Episode 72 - Peter Brune Author Talk

    01/09/2024 Duração: 58min

    This month we are sharing Peter Brune's author talk at the Marion Cultural Centre's Domain Theatre. 'Suffering, Redemption and Triumph' is Peter's 9th book and delves into the concepts of how mass post-war immigration has created the modern, multicultural society in which we now live. For this author talk, Peter spoke to Jeka of Serbian heritage and Katarina of Dutch descent, in a heartfelt and raw conversation where they offer their diverse experiences and points of view of WWII.

  • Episode 71 - You Are Here

    05/08/2024 Duração: 51min

    Our latest #LiteraryAnything episode is out now! This month Paula and Salma discuss bestselling author David Nicholls' latest novel 'You Are Here'.

  • Episode 70 - Fiona Lowe Author Talk

    01/07/2024 Duração: 50min

    For this month's podcast we are sharing Fiona Lowe's author talk at the Domain Theatre! The Queen of Australian small-town fiction spoke about her latest book 'The Accident' and some of the crazy, real-life stories that inspired it. If you haven't read 'The Accident' yet, you'll want to after listening to this!

  • Episode 69 - Rebel Rising

    03/06/2024 Duração: 01h08min

    Hey everyone! This month Paula and Salma are back on the pod discussing Rebel Wilson's latest memoir 'Rebel Rising'. Rebel's book has made headlines for the accusations she's made against certain celebrities, with a whole chapter needing to be blacked out. But did Paula and Salma find this book interesting, or was it a bit... boring? Listen to this episode to find out! They also discuss Craig Silvey's 'Honeybee' for Pride month, as well as what else they've been reading and new releases. Books they mention: Not Now, Not Ever – Julia Gillard See What You Made Me Do – Jess Hill Broken Bay – Margaret Hickey Honeybee – Craig Silvey Lola in the Mirror – Trent Dalton The Midnight Feast – Lucy Foley Not in Love – Ali Hazelwood Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books – Kirsten Miller

  • Episode 68 - Bri Lee

    01/05/2024 Duração: 54min

    This month we're sharing Bri Lee's conversation with Ali Clarke. Bri spoke about her first novel 'The Work', as well as her writing processes, current projects and what she enjoys reading. ✨ This conversation is fun while also touching on some very important topics. We hope you enjoy!

  • Episode 67 - Rabbit Hole

    04/04/2024 Duração: 01h07min

    This month, Salma and Paula discuss Kate Brody's 'Rabbit Hole'. While Brody's debut has been promoted as a 'mystery thriller', this book is not what Salma and Paula expected. Did they like it? Listen to find out! They also discuss what they've read recently and new releases to look out for (fans of pirate historical fiction this is for you!). TW: This podcast mentions suicide Books they mention: Storylines – Carrie Cox Counting the Cost – Jill Dugger Lenny Marks Gets Away With Murder – Karryn Mayne The Woman In Me – Britney Spears Tom Lake – Ann Patchett People Person – Candice Carty-Williams Queenie – Candice Carty-Williams The Course of Love – Alain de Botton You Made A Fool Of Death With Your Beauty - Akwaeke Emezi Honey Bee – Craig Silvey Lola In The Mirror – Trent Dalton Boy Swallows Universe – Trent Dalton The Work – Bri Lee The Husbands – Holly Gramazio The Rosie Project – Graeme Simsion The Glass House - Anne Buist and Graeme Simsion Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine - Gail H

  • Episode 66 - Natasha Lester

    14/03/2024 Duração: 44min

    Last year we welcomed New York Times bestselling author Natasha Lester for her first ever Adelaide author event! Listen to her conversation with Victoria Purman, where they discussed her latest book 'The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard'.

  • Episode 65 - The Reading List

    15/02/2024 Duração: 45min

    This month, Paula and Salma discuss The Reading List, the debut novel by Sara Nisha Adams. Tune in to hear what they thought about it plus some of their recent reads and upcoming releases. This book focuses on the love for libraries and intergenerational relationships! TW: this podcast episode mentions suicide. Books mentioned: To Kill a Mockingbird – Harper Lee Rebecca – Daphne Du Maurier The Kite Runner – Khaled Hosseini Life of Pi – Yann Martel Pride and Prejudice – Jane Austin Little Women – Louisa May Alcott Beloved – Toni Morrison A Suitable Boy – Vikram Seth A Thousand Splendid Suns - Khaled Hosseini Angela’s Ashes – Frank McCourt None of This is True – Lisa Jewell A Good Girls Guide to Murder – Holly Jackson One Last Secret – Adele Parks Leadership and the One Minute Manager – Kenneth H. Blanchard Six Thinking Hats – Edward de Bono In the Lives of Puppets – TJ Klune Ripper – Shelley Burr A Lonely Girl is a Dangerous Thing – Jessie Tu Honey Eater – Jessie Tu Such a Fun Age – Kiley Reid Come and Get

  • Episode 64 - Alisha Aitken Radburn Author Talk

    03/01/2024 Duração: 53min

    Last August, we had Alisha Aitken-Radburn visit Marion Libraries to discuss her new book 'The Villain Edit' with Ali Clarke. Alisha spoke in detail about her time in politics and then in reality TV on The Bachelor and the backlash she received after being portrayed as 'the villain'. Reality TV fan or not - this is definitely worth a listen!

  • Episode 63 - End of Year Wrap Up

    06/12/2023 Duração: 47min

    It's here! Our favourite podcast of the year – our 2023 End of Year Wrap-Up! Find out what Paula and Salma enjoyed reading this year as well as what books have been popular amongst our borrowers! What was the most borrowed fiction and non-fiction book of 2023? Listen to find out! Books they mention: Six Thinking Hats - Bono Edward De I'm glad my mum died – Jennette McCurdy Queenie - Candice Carty-Williams Maame – Jessica George Spare – Prince Harry The Woman in Me – Britney Spears Honeybee – Craig Silvey The Institution – Helen Fields Last Girl to Die – Helen Fields Weyward – Emilia Hart Storylines – Carrie Cox Yellowface – RF Kuang Tomorrow and tomorrow and tomorrow - Gabrielle Zevin The Ninth Life of a Diamond Miner – Grace Tame Atomic Habits – James Clear The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart - Holly Ringland In the Lives of Puppets – TJ Klune Storytellers - Leigh Sales Any Ordinary Day – Leigh Sales Boy Swallows Universe – Trent Dalton Love Stories – Trent Dalton Lola in the Sky – Trent

  • Episode 62 - Author Panel: Victoria Purman, Sean Williams and Tricia Stringer

    30/10/2023 Duração: 01h20min

    For this month's pod, we're sharing a recording of bestselling authors Victoria Purman, Sean Williams and Tricia Stringer talking about their publishing journey with Cath Keneally and Sarah Martin from the popular Tsundoku podcast. They talk about writing communities, agents, editors, contracts and all the other nitty-gritty details

  • Episode 61 - Storylines

    05/10/2023 Duração: 57min

    For this month's episode, Paula welcomes long time listener, first time podcaster Salma to discuss 'Storylines' the third novel by Australian journalist and author, Carrie Cox. Books they mention: Lessons in Chemistry – Bonnie Garmus The Power of One – Bryce Courtenay Jessica - Bryce Courtenay Tandia - Bryce Courtenay Normal People – Sally Rooney The Bookbinder of Jericho – Pip Williams Honeybee – Craig Silvey Jasper Jones – Craig Silvey Paradise – Patricia Wolf I'm Glad My Mum Died – Jeanette McCurdy The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo – Taylor Jenkins Reid Yellowface – R F Kuang Fairytale – Stephen King Chai Time in Cinnamon Gardens - Shankari Chandran Loot – Tania James The Villain Edit – Alisha Aitken Radburn Baby Does a Runner - Anita Rani Good Indian Daughter - Ruhi Lee Holy Cow - Sarah Macdonald Articles they mention: https://thebookerprizes.com/the-booker-library/features/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-booker-prize-2023-shortlist https://www.mamamia.com.au/carrie-cox-storyl

  • Episode 60 - Pip Williams

    31/08/2023 Duração: 54min

    For this month's podcast we are excited to share with you Pip William's author talk with Ali Clarke recorded at the Marion Cultural Centre. In front of a full house, Pip spoke about her latest novel, 'The Bookbinder of Jericho', giving us insight into her inspiration, the research process and what's next, not only for her but for her international bestseller 'The Dictionary or Lost Words'. This is a great conversation and well worth the listen (or a second listen if you attended the event in person). For next month's Literary Anything episode, Paula welcomes Salma to the pod for the first time to discuss this year's Miles Franklin winner 'Chai Time at Cinnamon Gardens' by Shankari Chandran. Read along and join us in October!

  • Episode 59 - Yellowface

    02/08/2023 Duração: 57min

    This month, Literary Anything veteran Paula returns to the pod to chat with Andrea about R.F. Kuang's bestseller 'Yellowface'. Tune in to hear their thoughts (there's a lot to discuss!!), plus what other books they're reading and a sad announcement from Andrea. Books/Articles mentioned: American Dirt, Jeanine Cummins “The Beautiful Piece” in People who lunch, Sally Olds My struggle series, Karl Ove Knausgaard Vladimir, Julia May Jonas “The Book of My Enemy”, Stephanie Convery in Overland, 218 Autumn 2015, link: https://overland.org.au/previous-issues/issue-218/the-book-of-my-enemy/ The Anniversary, Stephanie Bishop I’d Rather Not, Robert Skinner Wifedom, Anna Funder Project Hail Mary, Andy Weir “Who is the Bad Art Friend”, Robert Kolker, New York Times, Oct 5 2021: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/10/05/magazine/dorland-v-larson.html “A white poet, a Chinese name, and yellowface in "Best American Poetry": As "Yi-Fen Chou," a white writer toys with a racial history he obviously doesn't unde

  • Victoria Purman

    02/07/2023 Duração: 58min

    Listen to bestselling author Victoria Purman in conversation with author Mercedes Mercier discuss Victoria's new novel, “A Woman’s Work”.

  • Episode 57 - Weyward

    31/05/2023 Duração: 01h58s

    For this month's episode, Andrea welcomes Griffen to the pod to talk about Emilia Hart's debut novel 'Weyward'. Was this the magical, historical read they were hoping for? Listen to find out plus, what other books they’ve enjoyed recently and some industry news.

  • Episode 55 - Fiona McIntosh 'Dead Tide'

    27/04/2023 Duração: 01h11min

    For this month's podcast, we're excited to share with you Fiona McIntonsh speaking about her latest novel 'Dead Tide'. This talk was recorded at the Marion Cultural Centre in front of a packed out crowd of people. Fiona is an amazing speaker and it's definitely worth a listen if you weren't able to attend the talk in person. Enjoy!

  • Episode 55 - Maame

    30/03/2023 Duração: 52min

    Welcome to our new-look Literary Anything podcast! Andrea has taken the reins and we're so excited to be welcoming different guests on the pod from across the library service. For this month's podcast, Andrea and guest Sascha Hutchinson from Charles Sturt Library read 'Maame', the 2023 best-selling debut from Jessica George. Tune in to hear their thoughts plus, what other books they’ve enjoyed recently and all about our upcoming festival Lit for Life.

  • Meet the Author: Lea McInerney & Kara McEwen “The Wonder of Little Things"

    01/03/2023 Duração: 42min

    Join author Lea McInerney as she discusses Vince Copley’s memoir ''The Wonder of Little Things'' with Vince’s daughter, Kara McEwen. The late Vince Copley, a First Nations elder, shares his extraordinary story of finding kindness in the midst of prejudice, and joy in living life to the full. Vince tells his story with humour, humility and wisdom. Written with his friend Lea McInerney over many cups of tea, it is an Australian classic in the making, a plain-speaking account of hardship, courage, and optimism. During the talk Lea refers to a book about Ngadjuri Country, which you can find here: https://hass-sa.asn.au/resources/ngadjuri-book/

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