Talking Aussie Books with Libby Iriks

About this episode

Claudine Tinellis chats with Perth-based author Libby Iriks about her debut novel and her journey in the publishing industry.

Libby Iriks is a Perth-based author and former Commissioning Editor of Romance for a boutique publishing house in the UK. Combining her passion for story and romance has resulted in publication of her debut novel ‘Home to the Heart Country’ - a moving, beautifully romantic story about one woman’s quest to uncover her identity and a sense of belonging. Released at the end of November 2025 by HQ Fiction, ‘Home to the Heart Country’ heralds a bright future for this rising star. I enjoyed a wonderful chat with Libby for the podcast recently.

People in this episode

Guest: Libby Iriks

Topics covered

• romance
• identity
• belonging

Keywords

• debut novel
• Home to the Heart Country
• Perth author

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Home to the Heart Country

Books & works: Home to the Heart Country

Places: Perth, UK

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