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What’s your story? Everyone has one — the ones we read and the ones we live.

In The Good Books is a new weekly podcast that serves as a community for those who believe in the power of a good story.

Each week, host Luke Bateman shares the books that have shaped his world, from timeless classics to buzzy bestsellers. He’ll also sit down with the most fascinating voices in the literary world — from... more

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The episode that proves that you SHOULD meet your heroes

Luke is joined by Peter V. Brett, the acclaimed writer behind the Demon Cycle, a fantasy series destined to one of Luke's favourites from the moment he picked it up at 13.

In this raw and far-... more

Prepare to be immersed in the times and lives of history in the most sweeping epic of Maggie O'Farrell's career yet.

In this episode, Luke breaks down the lyrical, poetry-like prose and perspective-shifting narrative while exploring the story's ri... more

What books do young boys really want to read?

Scott Stuart, a passionate children's author and advocate for inclusive stories, joins Luke to reveal the surprising truths about gender bias in reading, how to break free from it, and the simple (and o... more

What does it really take to breathe life into a bestseller? To make another time come alive? To place us into a polyphony of perspectives?

In this candid conversation, acclaimed author Maggie O’Farrell joins Luke Bateman to unpack her extraordinary... more

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Recent Guests

Scott Stuart
Children's author
Author of children's books
Episode: The Real Story About Boys and Books, with Scott Stuart
Maggie O'Farrell
Award-winning author of Land and Hamnet
Author
Episode: How Maggie O’Farrell Gives Her Historic Novels Their Own Heartbeat
Dr. Zac Seidler
Clinical psychologist, global director of men's health research at Movember, associate professor/principal research fellow at Orygen, University of Melbourne
Movember; University of Melbourne
Episode: Changing the Narratives of Masculinity, with Dr Zac Seidler
Tierney Page
Author of the London Hearts Series and spicy romance writer
Author
Episode: "Give the Women What They Want!": How Tierney Page Writes Spice That Connects and Desirable Men with Depth
Georgie Tunny
Debut novelist and former journalist
Author of Over To You
Episode: Georgie Tunny: How Her High Pressure Career Helped Achieve Her Debut-Novel Dream
Charlotte McConaghy
Australian writer and author
Author of nature-focused novels
Episode: Charlotte McConaghy: Finding Ghosts, Skipping School and Using Your Biggest Feelings
Sarah Wilson
Author and activist known for I Eat the Stars and prior wellness and climate work
Author, Activist
Episode: Why the Collapse of Everything is Our Greatest Chance for Love and Relief, with Sarah Wilson
Naomi Ishiguro
Author of The Rainshadow Orphans
Author
Episode: Why Naomi Ishiguro Chooses Cozy Fantasy
Matt Haig
Author of The Midnight Library and The Midnight Train
Author
Episode: Matt Haig: Writing What You Need to Hear

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Luke Bateman
Host of In The Good Books with Luke Bateman

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • A pick me up podcast

    Luke’s way of describing books is infectious. You can hear his smile sometimes the entire episode. I love the ones where he’s giddy about a book or even his own favorite tropes and he’s just so fun to listen to. Sometimes I’m smiling through the entire episode and laughing along with him. I do appreciate knowing the books he’s referencing so I can relate. And most of the time I absolutely can because I follow along with his favorites. This is definitely a feel good podcast for me. Thank you Luke... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marie N B
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the Pod

    I have been watching your reading journey through Insta for a while and have just discovered your podcast. Thank you for your advocacy, enthusiastic reviews and your energy around reading for boys and men. It’s infectious and I look forward to hearing your views on different books. I work in an all boys school and am building a reading culture there. You back up everything I am working towards.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JacRox71
    Australia3 months ago
  • This guy!!!!

    This guy has been one of the reason I have came back to reading. His joy and passion is so contagious. He cries I cry, his joy brings me joy. I have truly loved this podcast and his perspective is always enlightening. I love his recommendations are always great.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lcjonesy
    United States4 months ago
  • Luke & Friends

    Absolutely love this podcast. Luke is such a kind soul. I could listen to Luke & Nathan chat all day.

    Oh and the book reviews, amazing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nessmaver
    Australia4 months ago
  • Nauseating voice

    Tone it down champ

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    batty_100
    Australia5 months ago

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How Maggie O’Farrell Gives Her Historic Novels Their Own Heartbeat
Q: What is your good book, the one you'd take to a desert island?
She struggles to pick a single book, eventually naming three: Peter Carey's Oscar and Lucinda, Charlotte Brontë's Jane Eyre, and Alice Walker's The Color Purple.
How Maggie O’Farrell Gives Her Historic Novels Their Own Heartbeat
Q: Where do we find you at the moment, actually, Maggie?
Maggie describes being at her son's quiet, tidy bedroom in Edinburgh, enjoying a calm setting with good Wi-Fi before continuing the interview.
Why the Collapse of Everything is Our Greatest Chance for Love and Relief, with Sarah Wilson
Q: Could you explain the role of love in navigating the collapse and what form of love you're advocating for the future?
Love is framed as a universal, operating energy that connects individuals and communities; it guides behavior toward responsibility, compassion, and collective action, forming the cornerstone of a healthier future.
Why the Collapse of Everything is Our Greatest Chance for Love and Relief, with Sarah Wilson
Q: So what makes your book different in its approach to complex systems collapse and how you arrived at this point?
Wilson describes the book as a response to visible signs of systemic strain, developed through years of research, interviews with hundreds of experts, and a shift from doom to a stance of emergence and hopeful action.
Why Naomi Ishiguro Chooses Cozy Fantasy
Q: What is your good book?
The Lies of Lachlan Mora by Mistwalker? Scotland is a fan-favorite pick; Naomi explains it as a book that captures joy and resilience in a deeply woven found-family story, which resonates with her own love for cozy yet brimming fantasy.

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Narrative-driven book talk with a strong emphasis on personal stories and the power of reading to shape identity, resilience, and community. Episodes blend author conversations, reader-submitted moments, and practical insights on cultivating reading habits, exploring how books influence mental health, creativity, and relationships. Notable strengths include a warm, vulnerable host persona and a commitment to inclusive discussions that span fiction, memoir, and non-fiction, often highlighting how books help navigate life challenges and connect people across communities.

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