In The Good Books with Luke Bateman

Warning: Get tissues.  Luke recommends the most emotionally powerful novels. why we often seek out books that make us cry and how they help us process our own feelings. (00:00) Intro (00:39) Listener Audio (02:42) Books That Still Bring Me to Tears (04:16) Impenetrability is Harmful (07:11) Loss in Magician by Raymond E. Feist (09:12) Loneliness in The Witcher (11:17) Sacrifice in The Demon Cycle by Peter V. Brett (13:36) Reunion in Fool's Fate by Robin Hobb (15:32) Historical Fiction: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah (17:41) Post-Apocalyptic Fiction: The Road by Cormac McCarthy (19:17) Conclusion: Vulnerability is Strength (22:02) Closing Remarks We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.  Follow all the action on our socials:  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there is one thing Luke loves, it’s a quest.  Luke picks three essential reads that define the epic fantasy genre, diving deep into epic world-building, intricate magic systems, and characters on journeys of impossible scale. (00:00) Intro (00:39) Listener Recommendation: A Wizard of Earthsea by Ursula K. Le Guin (07:58) Introducing Epic Fantasy (08:25) Personal Connection: Fantasy as an Escape (13:58) What to Expect: Not Just Swords and Soldiers (15:25) Defining Epic Fantasy vs. Fantasy (17:16) Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb (17:47) The Painted Man by Peter V. Brett (18:08) The Eye of the World by Robert Jordan (19:49) Call to Listeners: Share Your Epic Fantasy Stories  We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.  Follow all the action on our socials:  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strap in, because this is a very special and emotional episode. Luke is joined by his biggest supporter, his Mum, to discuss his childhood love of reading, the books that shaped him, and the stories they cherish together. (00:00) Intro (01:08)The First Book Club Pick: The Great Alone (02:12) Introducing Special Guest: Luke's Mother, Leanne (03:30) Reading Rituals As Kids (04:52) Favorite Childhood Reading Memories (06:30) Reading's Positive Impact (07:47) Luke's Deep Passion for Books (09:42) A Box of Books During Luke's Struggle (11:09) Advice to Parents (15:43) Mom's Fear about Luke's Vulnerability on Social Media (18:24) Authenticity & Joy (20:31) Luke's Final Thank You We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.  Follow all the action on our socials:  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it hot in here? Luke's diving into the world of spicy books! It's time to unpack all things "smut," why its blown up as a genre, and the best reading recommendations if you're looking for something a little more saucy. (00:00) Intro (00:39) Listener Suggestion: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab (02:34) Smut in Literature and Its Place in Culture (03:25) A Male Perspective: Shame and Barriers (04:18) Calling Tiona Page (Author and Friend) (07:44) Smut as Empowerment for Women (13:25) Creating A Community (13:56) Discovering Monster Smut (18:11) A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Mass (18:58) The Witch Collector by Charissa Weaks (19:30) Morning Glory Milking Farm by C.M. Nascosta (20:53) Call to Listeners: Share Your Smut Stories and Favorite Books We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.  Follow all the action on our socials:  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stories have the power to change you. Sometimes, a few very special few have the power to save you.  In this episode, Luke talks about three books which provided an escape from reality and helped him to navigate life during the darkest of times. (00:00) Intro (01:21) 3 Books That Changed My Life (01:48) Struggling with Depression and Addiction (03:22) Accepting Help and Changing Direction (06:11) The Happiness Trap by Dr. Russ Harris (10:34) Magician by Raymond E. Feist (17:17) You Are the One You've Been Waiting For by Richard Schwartz (18:07) Finding the "Little Boy" Again (19:54) How These 3 Books Restored Wonder and Authenticity (20:47) Share Your Vulnerable Stories and Books That Saved Your Life We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.  Follow all the action on our socials:  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the NRL field to overnight BookTok fame, Luke shares the personal journey which has all led to laying bare a deep passion for reading.  We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.  Follow all the action on our socials:  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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