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Stories Behind The Story: What Are You Reading? The App with Caroline Overington
May 20, 2026
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Stories Behind The Story: Antoinette Lattouf on Books, Battles and Breaking Barriers
May 17, 2026
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Stories Behind The Story: Ann Mossop on the 2026 Sydney Writers’ Festival
May 10, 2026
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Stories Behind The Story: Mali Cornish on Life, Law & Her New Novel
May 3, 2026
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Stories Behind The Story: Kate Mildenhall & Kate Forsyth on the Complexities of Writing
Apr 26, 2026
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| 5/20/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: What Are You Reading? The App with Caroline Overington | Cheryl talks to Caroline about Better Reading’s new project, What Are You Reading? The App, an Australian, community-focused book tracker that lets readers log and follow their reading directly from their phone. Think of it as Goodreads and StoryGraph had a baby - but this one grew up Australian. Best of all, it's FREE. Download the app today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/17/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Antoinette Lattouf on Books, Battles and Breaking Barriers | Antoinette Lattouf talks to Cheryl about her childhood, her love of reading and writing, her legal dispute with the ABC, and the lessons she’s drawn from the inspiring women featured in her new book Women Who Win, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/10/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Ann Mossop on the 2026 Sydney Writers’ Festival | Cheryl talks to Ann Mossop, Artistic Director of the 2026 Sydney Writers’ Festival, for a special episode of Stories Behind the Story. Together, they explore this year’s festival theme, highlight standout events, and discuss the exciting lineup of attending authors. The 2026 Sydney Writers’ Festival runs from 17–24 May, with tickets now available via the official festival website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/3/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Mali Cornish on Life, Law & Her New Novel | Cheryl talks to Mali Cornish about her relationship with her own mother, her career in law, and how becoming a parent reshaped her perspective on life. They also explore the inspiration behind her new book, The Missing Mother, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/26/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Kate Mildenhall & Kate Forsyth on the Complexities of Writing | Kate Mildenhall (The Hummingbird Effect, The Mother Fault) and Kate Forsyth (Psykhe, Dragonclaw) have a laugh and talk about the complexities of writing. Learn more about the two authors, Forsyth's impressive and long writing career, Mildenhall's new kids book, and as always, the publishing industry in this new episode of Authors on Authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/19/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Rosalie Ham on Ageing, Connection and Look After Your Feet | Rosalie Ham talks to Cheryl about the beauty of ageing, the impact of her novel The Dressmaker, and her earlier career in aged care. She also reflects on the importance of staying mobile and how social connection supports overall wellbeing. Her new book, Look After Your Feet, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/12/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Mohammed Massoud Morsi on Journalism and Belonging | Mohammed Massoud Morsi talks to Cheryl about belonging, his career in journalism and the ways propaganda can shape worldviews. He reflects on the power of tradition and culture, as well as the personal losses that have influenced his life and writing. His book, The Hair of the Pigeon, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 4/5/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Linda Martin on Her Journey from Editor to Author | Linda Martin talks to Cheryl about her career in publishing, editing techniques she's uncovered over the years, and her transition from editor to author. She also highlights the value of writing competitions and celebrates the richness of the Australian writing and reading community. Her book, A Tale of Two Publishing Houses, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/29/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Durkhanai Ayubi on Displacement, Food and Hope | Durkhanai Ayubi talks to Cheryl about displacement, the beauty of food and its power to bring communities together. She also reflects on hope, resilience, and her family’s restaurant, sharing how these experiences have shaped her writing. Her book, She Who Tastes, Knows, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/22/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: James Colley & Christian White on Crime, Comedy and Their Kids | Christian White (The Ledge, Clickbait) and James Colley (The Next Big Thing, Gruen) have a laugh and talk about writing with their partners, the difference between crime and comedy (and how they're also strangely similar), and how their habits have impacted their kids. Learn more about the two authors, James' inspiration behind his debut, Christian’s love for the film industry, and as always, the world of publishing in this new episode of Authors on Authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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| 3/15/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Bernice Barry on Historical Fiction, Botany and Writing | Bernice Barry talks to Cheryl about the magic of writing, the ways readers connect to stories, the complexities of historical fiction, Bernice’s transition from nonfiction to fiction, botany, Bernice's writing routine, and more. Her new book, The Names of a Hare, is out now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/8/26 |  Stories Behind the Story: JP Pomare and Michael Robotham on Crime and Twists | JP Pomare (Seventeen Years Later, In The Clearing) and Michael Robotham (Bombproof, When You Are Mine) talk about what it means to be guilty, their book tour in New Zealand and the crazy twists and turns that unfold during crime investigations. Learn more about the two authors, the reason behind the title of JP's newest book, tips and tricks on how Michael writes sequels, and as always, the publishing industry in this new episode of Authors on Authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 3/1/26 |  Stories Behind the Story: J.A. Stevens on Disability and Writing Her First Book | J.A. Stevens talks to Cheryl about her unique childhood, creating miniature love stories with her sister, and how living with a disability has shaped both her life and her writing. She also reflects on the importance of diversity in modern literature and the power of seeing complex characters on both the page and on screen. Her debut novel A Change of Pace is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/22/26 |  Stories Behind the Story: Matt Stanton and Sarah Ayoub on Family and Kids Books | Matt Stanton (Funny Kid series, The Odds series) and Sarah Ayoub (The Yearbook Committee, The Cult of Romance) have a laugh and reminisce on their relationship, their children and how they write books. Learn more about the two authors, how Matt wrote his latest Funny Kid novel, the different challenges Sarah faces when writing novels and kids picture books, and as always, the publishing industry in this new episode of Authors on Authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/15/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: John M. Green on Writing, Editing and A.I. | John M. Green talks to Cheryl about the power of asking “what if,” how the editing process can transform a book, the challenges and rewards of writing across different genres, and his thoughts on how AI is changing the world. His new book Staged is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/8/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Ian Kemish on Global Diplomacy and the Australian Economy | Ian Kemish talks to Cheryl about the Australian economy, how global conflicts ripple across borders, and his decades of experience working in Australian foreign affairs. He also reflects on the complexities of diplomacy, the challenges of navigating international relationships and what it means to engage with a rapidly changing world. His new book, Two Islands, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 2/1/26 |  Stories Behind the Story: Michael Mohammed Ahmad on Community, Grief and Writing | Michael Mohammed Ahmad talks to Cheryl about supporting his community, how his writing has evolved over time and the deeply emotional heart of his latest book, Bugger. He also reflects on grief, vulnerability and what it means to write difficult themes and ideas. Bugger is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/25/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Crime Special with Christian White & Tim Ayliffe | Join Cheryl Akle as she sits down with Christian White (The Long Night) and Tim Ayliffe (Dark Desert Road) for an insightful conversation about the Australian literary landscape. Together, the three explore the surge in Aussie crime and thriller books, the realities and roadblocks of getting published, and what it really takes to build a career as an Australian author. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/18/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Joanna Nell and Ali Lowe on Families and Hard Work | Joanna Nell (Mrs Winterbottom Takes a Gap Year, The Single Ladies of Jacaranda Retirement Village) and Ali Lowe (The School Run, The Trivia Night) talk about their families and the hard work that goes into publishing a book. Learn more about the two authors, Ali's writing ritual, which involves a candle, Joanna's process on assessing in editing notes, and as always, the book industry in this new episode of Authors on Authors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/11/26 |  Book Chat: with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington – episode #12 | Welcome to episode #12 of Book Chat with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington where they discuss the impact of Australian literature, Caroline's writing journey, her thoughts on the rise of audiobooks, and the enduring appeal of traditional storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 1/4/26 |  Stories Behind The Story: Christian White on How His Daughter Changed His Writing | Christian White talks to Cheryl about how becoming a parent has reshaped his writing and expanded his worldview, the influence his daughter now has on his creative process, and the unforgettable moment he spotted a stranger reading one of his novels in the wild. His latest book, The Long Night, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/21/25 |  Stories Behind The Story: Rachel Perkins on Her Father, Colonisation and Australia's Future | Rachel Perkins talks to Cheryl about the continuing impact of colonisation on First Nations communities, the extraordinary legacy of her father, Charles Perkins, and his lasting influence on Australia. Rachel also speaks about the importance of the Aboriginal Australian flag as a symbol of identity and unity, and shares insights from The Australian Wars, the book she co-edited with Stephen Gapps, Mina Murray and Henry Reynolds. The Australian Wars is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/17/25 |  Book Chat: with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington – episode #11 | Welcome to episode #11 of Book Chat with Cheryl Akle and Caroline Overington, where they discuss the impact of Australian literature, Caroline's writing journey, her thoughts on the rise of audiobooks, and the enduring appeal of traditional storytelling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/14/25 |  Stories Behind The Story: Loubna Haikal on Heritage, Immigration and the Power of Cooking | Loubna Haikal talks to Cheryl about their Lebanese heritage, displacement, immigration and the quiet beauty of cooking with others. She also reflects on the collaborative process behind Don’t Ask the Trees for Their Names, the powerful collection she edited and co-wrote with eight other Arab women. The book is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 12/7/25 |  Stories Behind the Story: Andrew Sloan on the Human Experience and the Future | Andrew Sloan talks to Cheryl about the human experience, the role of therapy, the future of our society and the inspiration behind his new book, Why Things Feel F*cked, which is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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Chart Positions
1 placement across 1 market.
Chart Positions
1 placement across 1 market.