Hope Book Club
The Hope Book Club will help you find your next great read! Join hosts Georgia and Simone on their reading journey this year as they gush over books and chat about literature from a Christian lens. We hope this podcast makes you think, makes you feel connected and most of all… makes you read! Hope Book Club – because life’s just better with a book! Join the Hope Book Club Facebook Group today to be part of a like-minded community of book lovers! Listen to more from our Hope Podcasts collection at hopepodcasts.com.au. And send the team a message via Hope 103.2’s app, Facebook or Instagram.
Episodes
This episode, Georgia speaks to Gyan Yankovich about her debut book Just Friends. Just Friends is an exploration of modern friendship – what it means to be, to make, and sometimes to lose a friend.
Gyan is a writer and editor based in Sydney. She is currently the lifestyle editor at The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age.
Further Information:
- Book Details: Just Friends by Gyan Yankovich – Ultimo Press
- Instagram– @g...
This episode, Georgia speak to Australian crime fiction author Sulari Gentill, about her new book The Mystery Writer. They discuss the process of writing a mystery, Sulari’s switch from law to writing and the role of conspiracy theories in her new novel.
Further Information:
- Book Details: The Mystery Writer by Sulari Gentill – Ultimo Press
- Facebook – Sulari Gentill
- Instagram – Sulari Gentill
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Georgia and Joni discuss Homecoming by Kate Morton – a historical mystery set in the Adelaide Hills, in which a journalist Jess tries to solve a decades-old murder mystery within her own family.
Further Information:
- Book Details: Homecoming by Kate Morton – katemorton.com
- Facebook – Kate Morton
- Instagram – Kate Morton
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Georgia spoke to author and science communicator Dr Jen Martin about her new book Why Am I Like This?
They delved into the science behind our weirdest thoughts and habits, as well as talking about how important science communication is in the modern landscape.
GIVEAWAY DETAILS: Win a Copy of Why Am I Like This? (closes Monday 25th March 2024)
LIVE EVENT DETAILS: Hope Book Club Live - 'The Jam Queens'
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On the first episode of 2024, Georgia was joined by David Barker to discuss their favourite reads of January. Georgia also shares an update on her co-host Simone.
LIVE EVENT DETAILS: Hope Book Club Live - 'The Jam Queens'
Books mentioned in episode:
- Lola in the Mirror by Trent Dalton
- The Exchange by John Grisham
- The Corsican Shadow by Clive Cussler
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In this bonus episode, Georgia chats to Sally Colin-James, author of One Illumined Thread, about the writing process, the hidden influence of women throughout history and how a split-second decision at a traffic light influenced her decision to become a writer.
Resources:
- Website and Book Information - sallycolinjames.com
- Hope Book Club's Review of One Illumined Thread - Episode 61
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In the final episode of 2023, Simone, Georgia (and their colleagues) reveal their favourite books of the year.
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For your chance to win: Book Giveaway - Robert Fergusson
This episode's books:
- Jesus and... by Robert Fergusson
Books and authors mentioned in episode:
- Biography of James Hudson Taylor by Frederick Howard Taylor
- Finding Sanctuary by Christopher Jamison
- Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools by Tyler Staton
- Discipleship on the Edge by Darrell W. Johnson
- The Number of Love by Roseanna M. White
- Sarah S...
This episode's book: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
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Live Event Book: The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart by Holly Ringland
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For your chance to win: Book Giveaway - Kathryn MacDowall and Trudy Adams
This episode's books:
- Let There Be Light by Kathryn Joy MacDowall
- The Crowned Guardians (Book 3 in The Armoured Butterfly series) by Trudy Adams
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This episode's book: After Story by Larissa Behrendt
Next episode's book: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
Books and resources mentioned:
- Blackfulla Bookclub - Instagram
- Blackfulla Bookclub - Facebook
- Tell Me Again by Amy Thunig
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Simone and Georgia discuss the sustainability of the paper and publishing industries - and how we as readers can be more aware of our choices in this space.
Resources mentioned:
- BookPeople Papers: Towards a Sustainable Bookselling Future
- Penguin Random House - Our Sustainability Story
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This episode's book: One Illumined Thread by Sally Colin-James
Next episode's book: After Story by Larissa Behrendt
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Books mentioned in episode:
- Inkheart series by Cornelia Funke
- The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis
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This episode's book: Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
Next episode's book: One Illumined Thread by Sally Colin-James
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Books mentioned in episode:
- The Murder Rule by Dervla McTiernan
- Mary's Last Dance by Mary Li
- The Banned Bookshop of Maggie Banks by Shauna Robinson
- Weekends with the Sunshine Gardening Society by Sophie Green
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This episode's book: Blood and Ink by Brett Adams
Next episode's book: Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
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Live Event Book: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
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In a special bonus episode of Hope Book Club, we sit down with one of Australia's best writers, Tim Winton! The man behind Aussie classics including Cloudstreet and Dirt Music, Tim shares the secrets behind his writing process, how he incorporates faith into his books and his favourite read of 2023 so far.
Georgia's interview with Tim about Ningaloo: Author Tim Winton Says New Docuseries is an “Act of Prayer to Creation” - Hope ...
This episode, we discuss The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce and the brand new film adaptation of the same name, starring Jim Broadbent and Penelope Wilton.
This episode's book: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce
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This episode, Simone and Georgia dive into the wonderful world of bookstores. What makes a great bookstore? How do you choose what to buy once you’re there? And will online shopping be death of bookstores altogether? We answer those questions and so much more.
Next episode's book: The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry by Rachel Joyce
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