Crafting the Chaos of Dungeon Crawler Carl - with author Matt Dinniman and audiobook narrator/producer Jeff Hays

It's hilarious, it's heart-wrenching, it's hectic. It's one of the most addictive series in modern fiction. And it's one awesome audiobook experience. It's Dungeon Crawler Carl - and in this episode, Luke chats to the masterminds behind it: author Matt Dinniman and audiobook producer, narrator and…

The Incredible Science-Backed Benefits of Reading

Here's why books ARE good! Luke pages through multiple studies showing the (often mind-blowing) ways that reading has been proven to be beneficial for us. Stay connected on our socials: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inthegoodbooks_podcast/  TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@inthegoodbooks_…

Luke Hears From YOU!

It's time to hear some of the beautiful messages about books and reading that have been generously shared from the Good Books community, as Luke reacts and gives his thoughts. And it just might get emotional.  Got something to send of your own to be featured in a future episode? Send your voice no…

BOOK CLUB: The Midnight Library by Matthew Haig

Luke reflects on the life-affirming messages within Matthew Haig's best-seller the Midnight Library; delving into its themes of alternate lives, regret and possibility and how he saw himself within it. Plus, find out which book the Good Books Club will be looking at next! Warning: this episode con…

How books help Nath Valvo 'Do the Work'

Luke brings his fresh friendship with comedian Nath Valvo out of the jungle and into Good Books studio! Nath reveals the books that help him in his comedy and screenwriting, his childhood reading loves (that might just trigger some nostalgia) and the queer romance novel that he thinks 'walked so th…

The Role Models I Found in Fiction (and What They Showed Me)

The characters we find in novels may not exist outside of our imaginations - but the values, lessons and examples they provide are real.  From someone that mirrored Luke's own experience, to the kind of parent he hopes he can be in the future, here are some of his favourite literary role models. …

How Men Can (and Must) Heal Their Pain, with Matt Brown (She is Not Your Rehab)

True strength and responsibility as a man doesn't come in any pre-conceived definition of masculinity, but in the courage to confront your own unprocessed pain That's according to Matt Brown—author, barber, and founder of the global movement She Is Not Your Rehab. Drawing from his own experience o…

Luke's perfect FIRST FANTASY reads

Did Luke ever mention he's pretty into fantasy novels? But what about you? If you're yet to discover the magic of the genre, here are some titles Luke reckons are the perfect places to start. They dispel common myths, answer common criticisms, they might reassure you that fantasy isn't too differe…

The Writer's Room: Kristin Hannah

Does Kristin Hannah deliberately try to devastate us emotionally with her writing? The legendary best-selling author of The Women, the Great Alone, the Nightingale and Between Sisters sits down with Luke to discuss her process, her research, her emotionally devastating reputation and more. Is th…

BOOK CLUB: The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by VE Schwab

Complete immortality. Total freedom. But the world will never know you.  Would you take the deal? Today Luke dives into the magic, heartbreak and sensuality of our most recent Good Books Club read. What would YOU like to be part of our book club next? Send your voice memo to GoodBooks@nine.com.au…