About this episode

Julia Gillard and Kathy Lette reflect on their favorite books of 2025 and discuss writing and upcoming projects.

In the final episode of 2025 Julia Gillard and Kathy Lette look back on their favourite books of the year. In a candid and funny chat they also discuss writing memoirs, the upcoming release of Kathy's new book, Julia's role as Chair of the Women's Prize for Fiction and their plans for the holiday season. Show notes: Kathy Lette's new novel The Sisterhood Rules will be published in Australia on February 3, 2026 and in the UK on April 9. For more information about the Women's Prize for Fiction visit https://womensprize.com/prizes/womens-prize-for-fiction/ For more on our 2025 Julia's Book Club reads visit our Instagram page @apodcastofonesown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Topics covered

• books
• memoirs
• writing
• holiday plans
• women's literature

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