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 

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.
<ul>
<li>(00:00) Intro</li>
<li>(01:08)The First Book Club Pick: <a href="https://books.apple.com/au/book/the-great-alone/id1298301624">The Great Alone</a></li>
<li>(02:12) Introducing Special Guest: Luke's Mother, Leanne</li>
<li>(03:30) Reading Rituals As Kids</li>
<li>(04:52) Favorite Childhood Reading Memories</li>
<li>(06:30) Reading's Positive Impact</li>
<li>(07:47) Luke's Deep Passion for Books</li>
<li>(09:42) A Box of Books During Luke's Struggle</li>
<li>(11:09) Advice to Parents</li>
<li>(15:43) Mom's Fear about Luke's Vulnerability on Social Media</li>
<li>(18:24) Authenticity &amp; Joy</li>
<li>(20:31) Luke's Final Thank You</li>
</ul>
We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at GoodBooks@nine.com.au.&nbsp;
Follow all the action on our socials:&nbsp;
Instagram -<a href="https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/"> https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/</a> TikTok -<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast"> https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast</a>&nbsp;

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 bestselling authors to emerging new talent — as they reveal the inspirations behind their work.

This is more than a book club; it's a space to explore how the stories we consume influence the lives we lead.

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

What&rsquo;s your story? Everyone has one &mdash; 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&rsquo;ll also sit down with the most fascinating voices in the literary world &mdash; from bestselling authors to emerging new talent &mdash; as they reveal the inspirations behind their work.
This is more than a book club; it's a space to explore how the stories we consume influence the lives we lead.
We want to hear from you! Send us your audio by emailing us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:GoodBooks@nine.com.au">GoodBooks@nine.com.au</a>.&nbsp;
Follow all the action on our socials:&nbsp;
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_podcast

Luke Bateman shares the books that have shaped his world, from timeless classics to buzzy bestsellers. A community for those who believe in the power of a good story.

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