Podcast host, influencer and digital wellness entrepreneur, Sinead Hegarty joined Louise to talk all things meditation including her experience meditating for 8 hours a day, as well as the benefits of therapy and how it's helped her grow. She also spoke about her relationship and the differences between now and when she first met her boyfriend 5 years ago.

Podcast host, entrepreneur and lover of all things meditation and wellness, Sinead Hegarty joined Louise this week and explained how her plans for her life have changed as she's gotten older. She also revealed some of her future dreams which might include a wellness hub or even a book! Louise also offers her own insight as she prepares to move into her new place.

Sinead O'Brien also known as SineadsCurvyStyle, joined Louise after a difficult year in which her father and brother in law both passed away within the same week. She opened up about grief and how her baby boy Jacob has brought light to her family during a dark time. She also talked about body confidence and the inspiration behind her shapewear brand Vacious, as well as the challenges that come with running a business.

Fellow Limerick woman, Sinead O'Brien aka SineadsCurvyStyle is this weeks guest and she offers up some tips for dressing for your curves and how to pose to show them off. She also shares the best and worst part of becoming a mother, as well as what she has learned after a difficult year. Louise also offers an update on her life including an exciting move that requires a reassessment of some of her possessions.

Despite having spoken publicly about not wanting kids before, coach and fitness influencer Siobhan O'Hagan is due her first baby in just a few weeks. She opened up to Louise about what changed her mind, the reaction to her pregnancy, and how it has altered her lifestyle. She also offered her own perspective on exercising during pregnancy.

Fitness influencer and coach Siobhan O'Hagan joined Louise and revealed what makes her secretly anxious and the times when she feels most lonely. Both expecting, the two also chat about excitement becoming first time mothers and the body's amazing ability to change throughout a pregnancy.

Aoife Walsh, content creator and former Miss Ireland, took Louise on a trip down memory lane to their time working together in Abercrombie during college for this week's Open Book. She also spoke openly about having to repaint her picture of life and how she has embraced being a single mother.

Former Miss Ireland and content creator, Aoife Walsh came into studio this week and told Louise all about balancing motherhood with work when you're self employed and how her daughter has forced her to reassess her priorities. They also talked about dream holidays and Louise shared her own travel plans for a trip to Morocco.

Former editor of Stellar Magazine, Vicki Notaro joined Louise this week and shared some of the highs and lows of her career as a journalist including "working" with Vogue Williams on Fade Street, meeting popstars like One Direction, Calvin Harris and Justin Bieber and sharing a bed with her colleague while on a press trip. She also explained how she knew it was time for her to leave Stellar and shared her plans for the future including a book, TV show and maybe even a rom com!

Former editor of Stellar Magazine, Vicki Notaro reveals her thoughts on gossip sites online and told Louise about the personality traits she is most drawn to as well as the ones she avoids at all costs in this week's bonus episode. Plus, Louise shares an update following her 20 week scan and feeling movement for the first time!

Irish dating expert Frances Kelleher shares her formula for a lasting relationship, offers some tips for making the most of dating apps and tells Louise about the biggest mistakes people make when looking for love. And Louise tests her knowledge on the new dating terminology - Everything from ghosting and breadcrumbing to a soft launch! Join the An Post Book Club on https://www.tiktok.com/@anpostofficial and get your exclusive discount at anpost.com/bookclub

Irish dating expert Frances Kelleher joined Louise this week and answered some of your questions on everything from who should pay for a first date, to should you leave an unfaithful relationship and can you ever change a man. Frances shared practical tips and straightforward advice for anyone looking for love!

Chupi Sweetman, founder and CEO of award winning Irish jewellery brand Chupi, joined Louise for a chat this week going back to her beginnings selling at markets and designing for Topshop - Including a hectic opening night which saw just three skirts left on the rails! Chupi was then inspired by her own engagement to set up her own jewellery brand which turned 10 this year. Join the An Post Book Club on https://www.tiktok.com/@anpostofficial and get your exclusive discount at anpost.com/bookclub

Irish jewellery designer and CEO Chupi Sweetman came in to chat with Louise this week and revealed what current trend she thinks is in bad taste and explained why she works so hard not to be a perfectionist. Louise also reviewed her recent luxurious press trip with Lancome and looked ahead to an upcoming wedding and to moving house.

One of Louise's best friends and fellow expectant mother, Dearbhla Toal aka Belle_Azzure came in to reminisce about the early days of their friendship, share the truth about her difficult first trimester and offer Louise some advice from someone who has been through it before. Dearbhla's first child was born during the pandemic and she now has a toddler to manage as well so there have been a few new experiences for her this time around too!

Fellow expectant mother, Dearbhla Toal aka Belle_Azzure joined Louise for a chat about everything from her competitive streak to being selfish and her dream day in this bonus episode of Open Book. The two best friends also came up with some plans for their maternity leave. And Louise gave an update on her week, including a day at Bloom and a trip to Nice.

Emily Henry, the best selling author of Happy Place, Beach Read and Book Lovers, joined Louise to chat all things romance, writing, and coming of age in your 30's. Emily is a staunch defender of romance novels and explained why that is, as well as telling Louise what she thinks makes a relationship work - Both in reality and in fiction! And she gave an interesting insight into the process of adapting a novel for the big screen.

Best selling author of Happy Place, Beach Read and Book Lovers, Emily Henry joined Louise for the bonus episode of Open Book. She shared how her parents' relationship impacted what she looks for in a romantic partner and tells Louise why even though they married very young, they wouldn't recommend it to others. And Louise reviews her favourite looks from the VIP style awards and contemplates moving to a new house.

Louise's good friend, fitness fanatic, and host of the new podcast Unveiled, Niamh Cullen came in for a chat filled with laughs as they recall funny stories of sharing online - Like taping a tan bottle to your hand for a photograph! Niamh also gave an insight to her upcoming wedding and opened up about her struggles with depression and anxiety in the past year and how she is feeling much better now.

This week, Louise opens up and shares some more details about her exciting pregnancy news and thanks everyone for their well wishes following the announcement over the weekend. She's also joined by fitness coach, friend and host of new podcast Unveiled, Niamh Cullen for a chat about everything from failure to her favourite items of clothes in a sneak peek at this week's main episode.

Angela Scanlon, presenter of Ask Me Anything, podcast host and jewellery brand designer joined Louise for a discussion about her beginnings in fashion, her career in TV, chasing what scares you. She also shared an insight to her experience becoming a mother, how it forced her to confront her own issues and why she opted for a home birth for her second child.

Host of Ask Me Anything, jewellery designer and podcaster Angela Scanlon joined Louise for this week's episode of Open Book. In this bonus episode, Angela tells us about her biggest flaws and strengths, and how her dad still insists on showing her how to load the dishwasher when she visits home. Louise also shared an update from her week, including a wedding in Sligo, and a review of Invisalign.

Creator of the Good Glow and author of a new book 'Glow: Five Steps to Create the Life You Dream About', Georgie Crawford joined Louise for this week's episode of Open Book. She told Louise about how her cancer diagnosis when her daughter was just 7 months old helped her realise that she wanted more from her life than rushing around and overworking herself, and inspired her to make a change. Georgie also shared the latest updates on her surrogacy journey after an exciting announcement that her family will be growing this year!

Louise makes the Good Glow's Georgie Crawford pick a few random questions from a deck of conversation cards, as a preview of Wednesday's episode of Open Book. Georgie told us about her relationship with her grandfather, how she thinks anyone can be a mother and what she still wants to do before she dies. And Louise gave an update on her weekly plans which include a trip to Paris, a wedding and an Arctic Monkey's gig - even though she only knows about two songs!

Olympian, TV presenter and Love Island winner Greg O'Shea came into chat with Louise about retiring in his 20's and finding a new focus after competing at the Tokyo Olympics and he told her about his difficulties dating after Love Island, which has essentially ruled out dating apps for him. Greg also shared his struggles with mental health and this episode contains discussion of suicide. If you are impacted by this discussion or any of the topics mentioned you can contact Pieta House on 1800 247 247.

In this week's bonus episode, Louise reviews the new Mugler H&M collection and her latest obsession - Sofia Richie's wedding. And you get a sneak peek at this Wednesday's episode with Greg O'Shea who reveals his biggest regrets in his past relationships and shares his history of writing romantic poems. Check out the full episode with Greg O'Shea on Wednesday!

International bestselling author Sarah Knight joined Louise for this episode of Open Book. Known for her No F*cks Given Guides, Sarah told Louise about the realisation that her 'dream job' was making her miserable, and explained how she went from being suspicious of self help books to sharing her advice with millions of readers around the world. They also talked about growing up and becoming more independent with Sarah offering some tips from her new book Grow the F*ck Up: How to be an adult and get treated like one.

In the bonus episode of Open Book, Louise offers an insight to her week and shares a sneak peek at the main episode which comes out on Wednesday. As an extra treat to mark the launch of the second season, this bonus episode has two guests who each pick a random question from a deck of conversation cards! Rachel Gorry tells Louise what she still wants to do before she dies, while New York Times best selling author of the No F*cks Given Guides Sarah Knight reveals the best piece of advice she ever received.

For the first episode of the new season, Louise was joined by Rachel Gorry. When Rachel’s husband was diagnosed with cancer at just 29, she began sharing their journey online. She has continued to be open with her followers about the grief she experienced in the wake of his death. She gave Louise an insight into how it feels to achieve success and see her daughters grow without her husband by her side as well as revealing why her visit to a medium was so shocking.

For the last episode of the season, Louise opens the book on Ireland's new star baker, Una Leonard. Una's business 2210 Patisserie took over Instagram during the pandemic with pink boxes of joy making their way the length and breadth of the country, but there's more to this Entrepreneurial Author than meets the eye. Una generously tells Louise of the mental health struggles that could have cut her incredible story short, and proves the well-known idiom, "you should never judge a book by its cover".

Tis the season for a good long chinwag! Louise and her producer, Sarah discuss the rising ruthlessness of Dublin City clampers, whether pottering is a legitimate form of cardio and why graphic sex scenes should be permanently banned from books.

Welcome back to Open Book, the podcast all about life and the stories that shape. This week Louise opens the book on Geraldine Lavelle an ordinary woman with an extraordinary story. Geraldine's life was blown off course when a car crashed into her bicycle, leaving her paralyzed from the chest down. Nine years on, Geraldine is living independently, has a new partner and advocates for those with disabilities in Ireland. She released a book about her recovery, Weathering the Storm, and she tells Louise how she did just that.

This week Louise is opening the book on Hazel Wallace, Medical Doctor, Founder of The Food Medic and Author of The Female Factor. Hazel talks about how her Father's death changed the course of her story, why female health is still a very much undiscovered country and how learning to love herself in lockdown led to the healthiest relationship of her life. Book List: The Female Factor, Hazel Wallace Attached, Rachel S. F. Heller Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone

Welcome back to another episode of Louise Cooney’s Open Book – the book podcast you don’t need to be a reader to enjoy. This week Louise sits down with her Producer, Sarah for a good books / bad books catch up and an Open Book Club check in. Caterpillar cake is on the menu while The Crown and Unsolicited advice are up for debate and Gabrielle Zevin’s, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow splits listeners and hosts alike. PLUS red flags for toxic relationships and why being single *ahem* longer may be the best thing for you. If you have any book recommendations, feedback or questions you'd like to ask, do email the podcast at [email protected]. Join the book club and read along with the latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow the girls while you're there at @louisecooney_ and @sarahmaddening. Happy Reading, Listeners! Book List: Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow, Gabrielle Zevin Normal People, Sally Rooney

The craic is mighty on the pod this week as Louise opens the book on Emma Doran. Between ginger pubes and the benefits of self-hatred, Comedian Emma talks about the unplanned pregnancy that became her life's biggest plot twist, how being vulnerable is the only way to love and why stand-up comedy can't be learned in books. Book List: The Twits, Roald Dahl The Diary of Tracy Beeker, Jaqueline Wilson Watermelon, Marian Keyes Rachel’s Holiday, Marian Keyes An Away, Bob Mortimer

Halloween costumes, pints of the black stuff and the dreaded return of heels all make Louise and Sarah’s good and bad books this week. The book club check in takes a murderous turn while Letters from the Litterati sparks hot (water bottle) debates. If you have any book recommendations, feedback or questions you'd like to ask, do email the podcast at [email protected]. Join the book club and read along with the latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow the girls while you're there at @louisecooney_ and @sarahmaddening. Happy Reading, Listeners! Book List: Forever Home, Grahame Norton The God of Small Things, Arundathi Roy Magpie, Elizabeth Day Trouble, Marise Gaughan There’s been a little incident, Alice Ryan Shoedog, Phil Knight Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow, Gabrielle Zevin

This week Louise is joined by her close friend Terrie McEvoy – a hugely successful business woman, nurse and fellow book lover. They discuss a childhood spent reading and the books which influenced all that came later. Book List: Goosebumps, R. L. Stine The Twits, Roald Dahl The Secret, Rhonda Byrne When All Is Said, Anne Griffin What I Know for Sure, Oprah Winfrey Home Stretch, Graham Norton The Heart's Invisible Furies, John Boyne

In this veritable chat-athon, Louise and her producer Sarah bawk at the pace of life post-pandemic, talk creating community and making Santa lists way too soon and even discuss what they want done with their bodies after they die… all the light stuff! The two also take some time to reflect on the podcast, share their highlights and standout moments so far and brainstorm dream guests for episodes of the future. If you have any book recommendations, feedback or questions you'd like to ask, do email the podcast at [email protected]. Join the book club and read along with the latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow the girls while you're there at @louisecooney_ and @sarahmaddening. Happy Reading, Listeners! Book List: The Road Less Stupid, Keith J. Cunningham The Hearts Invisible Furies, John Boyne Forever Home, Graham Norton What I Know for Sure, Oprah Winfrey

Louise sits down with Actress, Entrepreneur and now Author Aoibhín Garrihy on the launch of her new poetry book, Every Day is a Fresh Beginning: Meaningful Poems for Life. In comforting and calming chat the mom of three reflects on her life in literature, discussing growing pains and unexpected plot twists, how she’s now happily countrified and making her mark in business and why the pandemic reignited her passion for poetry. If you have any feedback, questions or book recommendations you can email the podcast at [email protected]. Remember to join the book club and read along with our latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow Louise and Aoibhín at @louisecooney_ and @aoibhingarrihy as well while you’re there. Happy reading, everyone! Book List: Every Day is a Fresh Beginning: Meaningful Poems for Life, Aoibhín Garrihy Ann and Barry Primary School Series Ross O’Carroll Kelly Series, Paul Howard Flannan Isle, Wilfrid Wilson Gibson Raising Girls, Steve Biddulph Questions Children Ask, Dr. Miriam Stoppard The Notebook, Nicholas Spark The Adventures of Pinocchio, Carlo Collodi The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald

What do questionable Calamari and Moon worship have in common? Nothing, but they’re both up for discussion on this week’s episode of Open Book anyway. Louise rates West Clare, Sarah slates the book club read and they both equally appreciate the importance of wild women. If you have any book recommendations, feedback or questions, you can email the podcast at [email protected]. Join the book club and read along with the latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow the girls while you're there at @louisecooney_ and @sarahmaddening. Book List: Crying in H Mart, Michelle Zauner Women who run with the wolves - Clarissa Pinkola Estés The Artist’s Way – Julia Cameron Book Lovers - Emily Henry Forever Home – Grahame Norton

This week, Louise sits down with Sunday Times and Irish Times Top Ten bestselling author, Andrea Mara. The former Financier turned crime writer reveals how she started writing “what if” stories to alleviate her anxiety. She admits that being made redundant was the plot twist her story needed and discusses why learning to shun comparisons is the greatest lesson a book never taught her. If you have any feedback, questions or book recommendations you can email the podcast at [email protected]. Remember to join the book club and read along with our latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow Louise and Andrea at @louisecooney_ and @andreamaraauthor as well while you’re there. Happy reading, everyone! Book List: American Dirt, Jeanine Cummins Where the Crawdads Sing, Delia Owens The Push, Ashley Audrain The Aisling Series, Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen Book Lovers, Emily Henry Breaking, Amanda Cassidy Hide and Seek, Andrea Mara Rick Riordan series Noddy Books, Enid Blyton Aesop’s Fables The Famous Five, Enid Blyton Big Magic, Elizabeth Gilbert The Last to Disappear, Jo Spain Harry Wild (RTE), Jo Spain and Dave Logan The Ruth Rendell Mysteries Jeffrey Deaver Series Agatha Christie Series Rachel, Marian Keynes The Secret History, Donna Tartt

Louise gives an inside insight into her thirtieth birthday bash as she sits down with producer Sarah for their bi-weekly, book-related catch up. The Queen’s death is in both of their bad books though they’re divided on the latest book club read and the benefits of vegetarian dating. PLUS the cosmic reading you might be surprised to find on Sarah’s bookshelf… If you have any book recommendations, feedback or questions, you can email the podcast at [email protected]. Join the book club and read along with the latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow the girls while you're there at @louisecooney_ and @sarahmaddening. Book List: You’ll Never See Daylight Again, Michaella mccollum SAS Survival Guide: The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Anywhere, John Wiseman Attached, Amir Levine and Rachel Heller Astrology for Real Relationships, Jessica Lanyadoo and T. Greenaway Book Lovers, Emily Henry Cassandra at the Wedding, Dorothy Baker There’s Been a Little Incident, Alice Ryan Hide and Seek, Andrea Mara

In this food focused episode, Louise chats to social media sensation Nathan Anthony, better known as @boredoflunch! As well as cookbook recommendations and recipe tips, Nathan shares with Louise the plot twist that brought him from a career in finance to online fame with food, how he's finally closed the book on self-doubt and why personal growth is a page worth turning. If you have any book recommendations, questions or feedback you can email the podcast at [email protected]. Join the book club and read along with our latest selection at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow Louise and Nathan at @louisecooney_ and @boredoflunch. Book List: Bored of Lunch: Slowcooker, Nathan Anthony James and the Giant Peach, Roald Dahl Matilda, Roald Dahl The Witches, Roald Dahl You'll Never See Daylight Again, Michaella McCollum I am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban, Malala Yousafzai

In this episode, Louise Cooney and her producer Sarah Madden catch up on Louise's whirlwind trip to Venice, chat about why they're done with toxic dieting and "horrid" festivals and also swap their favourite recent reads. If you have any book recommendations, feedback or questions, you can email the podcast at [email protected]. Join the book club and read along with the latest selection "Book Lovers" by Emily Henry at @louisesbookclub on Instagram and follow the girls as well while you're there at @louisecooney_ and @sarahmaddening. Book List: The Female Factor, Hazel Wallace The Promise, Damon Galgut Book Lovers, Emily Henry Tuesdays with Morrie, Mitch Albom The God of Small Things, Arundathi Roy

Louise chats to Melanie Murphy this week as the author and YouTube star launches her new book, Glasshouses. Between onion ring engagements, ditching the drink, and happiness being life's greatest plot twist - this is a not to be missed conversation, where online followers become IRL friends. Book List: Glass Houses, Melanie Murphy Matilda, Roald Dahl Moby Dick, Herman Melville On Writing, Stephen King Lost Connections, Johann Harri The Secret, Rhonda Byrne One Day, David Nicholls Me Before You, Jojo Moyes Harry Potter Series, J.K. Rowling Lord of the Rings Series, J. R. R. Tolkien 12 Rules For Life, Jordan Peterson Again Rachel, Marian Keyes Rachel’s Holiday, Marian Keyes

It’s back to school for Louise and Sarah this week as they remember their teen book loves, share a tough review of the latest book club read and make time for a natter about the housing crisis, table manners and the best of Irish TV too. Book List: This week Louise and Sarah Playing Nice, by J.P. Delaney The Murder Rule, Dervla McTiernan Sorrow and Bliss, Meg Mason Tuesdays with Morrie, Mitch Albom It ends with us, Colleen Hoover It starts with us, Colleen Hoover Verity, Colleen Hoover Book Lovers, Emily Henry Beach Read, Emily Henry You and Me on Vacation, Emily Henry L.A. Candy, Lauren Conrad Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen Twilight series, Stephenie Meyer Hunger Games series, Suzanne Collins Fifty Shades of Grey, E. L. James Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging, Louise Rennison Glass Houses, Melanie Murphy The Secret, Rhonda Byrne @mista_osullivan

Louise is joined this week by someone she admires greatly, Former Miss World and "When Dreams Come True" author, Rosanna Davison. In this chat, Rosanna gets vulnerable about her struggle with fertility and miscarriage, opens up about her strong relationship with husband Wes and wows Louise with the enormous efforts she's going to to help her Ukrainian former surrogate find a safe home. Book List: When dreams come true, Rosanna Davison Eat yourself fit, Rosanna Davison Eat yourself beautiful, Rosanna Davison Spot the dog, Eric Hill Enduring love, Ian McEwan Snow, John Banville Perfume, Patrick Süskind House of Leaves, Mark Z. Danielewski Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare

Louise and Sarah share their self-help go-tos, meet-cute memories and welcome listeners back to Louise's Book Club! PLUS what's been your life's biggest plot twist? Louise and Sarah reflect on their own. Book List: Carrie Soto Is Back, Taylor Jenkins Reid Reinventing your life, Jeffrey Young You can heal your life, Louise Hay The untethered soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself, Michael Alan Singer Think like a monk: Train Your Mind for Peace and Purpose Every Day, Jay Shetty What I know for sure, Oprah Winfrey When dreams come true, Rosanna Davison

Louise is joined this week by legendary Irish Author Cathy Kelly for a meandering conversation that covers the complications of motherhood, the surprising nature of new love, how best to survive a desert Island and why men and women want different things when it comes to books. Book List: The Wedding Party, Cathy Kelly A is for alphabet, Sue Grafton The Aisling Series, Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen Little House on the Prairie, Laura Ingalls Wilder Anne of Green Gables,Lucy Maud Montgomery Little Women, Louisa May Alcott Second Honeymoon, Joanna Trollope Woman to Woman, Cathy Kelly Bird by Bird, Anne Lamott The Harry Potter Series, J. K. Rowling Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare Wuthering Heights, Emily Bronte Asking for it, Louise O’Neill SAS Survival Guide: The Ultimate Guide to Surviving Anywhere, John Wiseman Pride and Prejudice, Jane Austen Persuasion, Jane Austen Talk to the headscarf, Emma Hannigan Remembrance of Things Past, Marcel Proust

Louise and podcast producer Sarah catch up on what's making their good and bad books this week, including TK Maxx bargains and THAT Dartline Drama. Louise brings in some of her favourite childhood reading and relaunches the Louise Cooney Book Club. Plus, listeners are offered a sneak preview of the Cathy Kelly interview coming up in next week's episode. Book List: Where the Crawdads Sing, Delia Owens Normal People, Sally Rooney For Whom The Bell Tolls, Ernest Hemingway This Is Going To Hurt, Adam Kay Joy Rider, Angela Scanlon It Ends With Us, Colleen Hoover All Her Fault, Andrea Mara How To Kill A Mockingbird, Harper Lee Daisy Jones & The Six, Taylor Jenkins Reid Who Did The Poo In The Zoo, Steve Smallman Aesop's Fabels, Aesop 365 Bedtime Stories

Chef, best-selling author and influencer Trisha Lewis joins in studio for Chapter 3 of Louise Cooney's Open Book. In this winding and wide-ranging conversation, former book worm Trisha and Louise chat about fat shaming and trolls, marriage equality and the creative benefits of detention and why Trisha's next book might just be a "dirty" one... Book List:​ Trisha's Transformation, Trisha Lewis Trisha's 21 Day Reset, Trisha Lewis The Heart's Invisible Furies, John Boyne Candy on the Dart, Ita Daly Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones, James Clear American Dirt, Jeanine Cummins Watermelon, Marian Keyes Rachel’s Holiday, Marian Keyes Last Chance Saloon, Marian Keyes Mills & Boon Publishing Fifty Shades of Grey, E. L. James What I Know For Sure, Oprah Winfrey

In this episode, Louise sits down with Producer Sarah Madden to reflect on her own background with reading and the pandemic book club that offered her connection and escape during lockdown. Louise and Sarah discuss what's making their good and bad books this week, advise on the best summer reads and offer listeners a sneak preview of next week's interview episode. PLUS can Louise come up with a Limerick on the spot? The two try their hand at writing and encourage listeners to send in their own poetry submissions to [email protected] Book List: A Series of Unfortunate Events, Daniel Handler Gossip Girl, Cecily von Ziegesar The Wedding Party, Cathy Kelly Where Rainbows End, Cecelia Ahern Bonjour Tristesse, Francoise Sagan The Bay of Angels, Anita Brookner Tender is the Night, F. Scott Fitzgerald For Whom the Bell Tolls, Ernest Hemingway The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Taylor Jenkins Reid Daisy Jones & the Six, Taylor Jenkins Reid

Author Louise O’Neill is the special guest in studio for Chapter 1 of Louise Cooney's Open Book. She discusses her obsession with reading while growing up, her career and writing style - and the many challenges that come with literary fame. It's a thought provoking, introspective and wide ranging conversation. Louise also touches on the Cork writer’s newest book ‘Idol’, a book that explores topics like consent, eating disorders, cancel culture and the authenticity of influencers.

Louise gives listeners an insight into what they can expect from her brand new podcast, Louise Cooney's Open Book. Coming soon to GoLoud.