In April 2025, the former rugby league star and recovering gambling addict, @lukebateman_ , found himself living in a broken-down caravan in remote Queensland, about nine hoursâ drive north-west of Brisbane.â
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During the day, he would work in the scrub, in 40-degree heat. At night, he would return to his camp and barbecue a steak before retiring to his caravan, where he would read. And read, and read, and read. There was only one problem. He was dying to talk about it with someone.â
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He mentioned this to a friend of his, who suggested he try BookTok, a community on the social media platform TikTok devoted to books and literature.â
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With more than 1 million followers, Tim Elliott shares how Bateman become Australiaâs most unlikely book influencer at the link in bio.â
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What happens when an author stops writing for the page and starts writing for the ear?
Luke interviews @mattdinniman , creator of the Dungeon Crawler Carl phenomenon, for this week's podcast!
Matt shares a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process, including writing audiobooks for @audible_au , and working with legendary narrator Jeff Hays @soundbooththeater
His secret for success: If a characterâs voice doesn't land, they get killed.
Thanks to Audible for setting up this chat. #ad
Whatâs the secret to making a fantastic audiobook? Writing it with audio in mind. @audible_au
In my latest episode on @inthegoodbooks_podcast , I interviewed @mattdinniman , the mastermind behind Dungeon Crawler Carl about his writing process.
From the very first page, he knew the experience on Audible would be a game-changer thanks to narrator and collaborator Jeff Hays @soundbooththeater , whose voice is âinfectiousâ.
The latest audiobook in the series, A Parade of Horribles, has just launched. Listen now, only on Audible. #ad
Waterproof headphones for the pool! You have so much time to readâyou just need to utilise it! #bookstagram #reading #bookworm #booklover #audiobooks
The story in this duology is so insanely good. BUT, it takes a back seat to the wonderful characters. You will cheer with them, laugh with them, and yes, unfortunately⦠cry with them. This is a part of the grishaverse, but you can read this without having read any of the others. No mourners, no funerals 𫡠#bookstagram #reading #bookrecommendations #leighbardugo #sixofcrowsduology
Three incredible books to improve your relational world.
1. Love Life - Matthew Hussey
2. You Are the One Youâve Been Waiting For - Richard Schwartz
3. It Begins With You - Jillian Turecki
#bookstagram #reading #bookrecommendations #booklover #bookworm
A book with a beautiful message, profound thought excitement, and will leave you altered upon finishing. #bookstagram #bookrecommendations #reading #themidnightlibrary #matthaig
"That's just one of the most beautiful things I've ever experienced." đĽšâ¤ď¸
In one of our most powerful episodes yet Luke listens to your voice notes and one in particular moves him to tears.
From fatherhood to the lifelong magic of book love, this episode covers it all.
Listen now at our link in bio to find out what moves Luke to tears.
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You cannot have the light of who you are today without the shadows that came before.
In our latest book club we're unpacking The Midnight Library. Just like Nora, Luke's found that accepting his past isnât about moving on but more about realising those moments are exactly what shaped him.
Listen to the episode now at our link in bio!
âWhile we still have our lives, possibility is abundant.â
Luke deeply connected with this monthâs book club pick, The Midnight Library. While he found that Matt Haigâs story shifted his perspective on regret, he also found a deep, powerful argument for choosing to live.
Having faced his own battles with mental health, Luke was deeply moved by this one quote in particular.
Warning: This video contains discussions regarding self-harm.
If you or someone you know is struggling, please call:
Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
