The Shameless Book Club

Happy Tuesday, book clubbers! This month, we read The Work by Bri Lee. The Work follows Lally, who has invested everything into her gallery in Manhattan and she’s enjoying it because the sacrifices are finally paying off. We also follow Pat, a scholarship boy desperate to establish himself in Sydney's antiquities scene. When they meet at New York's Armory Show their chemistry is instant. But while the book follows their relationship and how it develops, we also follow their pretty flawed decision-making as they try to make it in the art world. Big thanks to Baileys - Irish Cream Liqueur - for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and interested in an indulgent treat then head online or in-store to shop Baileys. Remember to Drink Responsibly. Your hosts today were Rhiannon Joyce (@rhiannonjoyce), Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0). This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Hey, book clubbers! You might be wondering why we’re popping into your feeds on a Friday… well, we had to review Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine’s buzzy new rom-com of course! The Idea of You is based on the bestselling book by Robinne Lee which was published in 2017. Fast forward seven years and we have 116 minutes of pure, glorious sugar. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. This episode was made possible by Cetaphil and their range of dermatologist-tested products to suit everyone. Your hosts today were Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1), Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Lucy Hunt (@lucyhunt3). This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Welcome to the final episode of The Tastemakers, in partnership with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur. In this very special fortnightly book club series, our host Gemma Dimond sits down with your favourite tastemakers from a range of backgrounds. From beauty to lifestyle to food creators, we have been getting to know The Tastemakers we reckon lead the charge in their respective areas of expertise. Today, we have our very own Zara McDonald. Big thanks to Baileys for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for a treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee. In your ears today were host Gemma Dimond (@gemdimond) and guest Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald). Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. If you want to make Zara’s favourite Baileys Iced Latte with Biscuit Spread, follow along below! Add 1 tsp of biscuit spread and a double shot of espresso to a glass. In a separate glass, add ice and milk of your choice, and 50ml Baileys. Combine the espresso and biscuit spread together. Top it off with a little (or a lot) of whipped cream, and sprinkle with biscuit crumbs. #Drinkresponsibly

Hey, book clubbers! Sohani sat down with Emily Henry to discuss all things romance. You might be familiar with Emily’s other work including 'Book Lovers', 'Beach Read', 'People We Meet on Vacation' and 'Happy Place'. And the day this episode drops Emily will have a brand new book out in the world called 'Funny Story'. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. This episode was made possible by Cetaphil and their range of dermatologist-tested products to suit everyone. Your host today was Sohani Goonetillake (@sohani.jpg). This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee and Sohani Goonetillake. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Welcome to The Tastemakers, in partnership with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur. In this very special fortnightly book club series, our host Gemma Dimond sits down with your favourite tastemakers from a range of backgrounds. From beauty to lifestyle to food creators, over the next few months, we will be getting to know The Tastemakers we reckon lead the charge in their respective areas of expertise. Today, we are joined by the lovely Sage Mellet. Big thanks to Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for a treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. In your ears today were host Gemma Dimond (@gemdimond) and guest Sage Mellet (@sageybabey). Join us in the all the book chat over on, our Insta @theshamelessbookclub and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. If you want to make Sage’s favourite drink – Baileys on Ice – grab a short glass, add a few ice cubes and 50ml of Baileys Irish Cream. Enjoy!

Hey, book clubbers! This month, we're reviewing 'Apples Never Fall' on BINGE. The TV series is based on the 2021 novel of the same name by Aussie author Liane Moriarty. You may be familiar with Moriarty's other bestsellers which were also adapted into TV series including 'Big Little Lies' and 'Nine Perfect Strangers'. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. This episode was made possible by Cetaphil and their range of dermatologist-tested products to suit everyone. Your hosts today were Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1), Cassie Bardoel (@cassiebardoel) and Anjana Khallouf (@anjanakhallouf). This episode was audio produced by Michelle Andrews and Sohani Goonetillake. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Did Taylor Swift secretly write and publish a spy novel? Well… Today on Stranger Than Fiction, Eilish Gilligan and Ruby Hall investigate Argylle, the spy thriller written by debut author “Elly Conway”. WHO is Elly Conway? And why do the Swifties think it’s Taylor? And HOW did this total unknown debut author get a multi-million dollar movie deal with Apple before the book even came out? We have all the answers for you! Big thanks to Baileys - Irish Cream Liqueur - for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and interested in an indulgent treat then head online or in-store to shop Baileys. Remember to Drink Responsibly. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too. This episode was researched and audio produced by Eilish Gilligan. You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. (You might spot our little baby, The Space Between, in the mix there, too.) Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. Still not enough? Well! Our hearts! See below for everything else. Join our book club: https://www.instagram.com/theshamelessbookclub/ Check out our website: https://shamelessmediaco.com/ Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

Welcome to The Tastemakers, in partnership with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur. In this very special fortnightly book club series, our host Gemma Dimond sits down with your favourite tastemakers from a range of backgrounds. From beauty to lifestyle to food creators, over the next few months, we will be getting to know The Tastemakers we reckon lead the charge in their respective areas of expertise. Today, we’re joined by Zara Wong. Big thanks to Baileys for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for a treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee. In your ears today were host Gemma Dimond (@gemdimond) and guest Zara Wong (@zara_wong). Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. If you want to make Baileys Irish Coffee, follow along below! Brew your favourite coffee as you normally would. Instead of milk, add a drop of Baileys Original Irish Cream, or use your favourite flavour of Baileys if you’re feeling creative – they’re all just sooo delicious in a hot cup of coffee! Stir it together and add whatever toppings your heart desires – a little whipped cream always hits the spot. Sit back, put your feet up, breathe deeply, relax and enjoy. Makes 0.67 standard drinks #drink responsibly

Happy Tuesday, book worms! For Memoir March, we read The House of Hidden Meaning by RuPaul. His memoir painted an intricate portrait of what it was like growing up Black and queer in a broken home, as well as detailing his inherent belief that fame was always his destiny. At its core, this is a memoir about identity and RuPaul’s influence on changing the way the world thinks about drag. Your hosts today were Eilish Gilligan (@eilishgilligan), Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Ruby Hall (@rubytuesday2.0). This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Hey book clubbers! Today Bri Lee and Sohani are discussing the 'sad girl novels' literary trend and how Bri’s latest book deviates from this trend. Very excitingly, Bri’s book ‘The Work’ will be coming out on April 3rd and she will be at the Melbourne Writers Festival which is taking place from the 8th to the 12th of May. You can buy your tickets to Bri’s event here. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Big thanks to Baileys - Irish Cream Liqueur - for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and interested in an indulgent treat then head online or in-store to shop Baileys. Remember to Drink Responsibly. Your host today is Sohani Goonetillake. This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Welcome to The Tastemakers, in partnership with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur. In this very special fortnightly book club series, our host Gemma Dimond sits down with your favourite tastemakers from a range of backgrounds. From beauty to lifestyle to food creators, over the next few months, we will be getting to know The Tastemakers we reckon lead the charge in their respective areas of expertise. Today, we are joined by the delightful Julia Busuttil Nishimura. Big thanks to Baileys for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for a treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee. In your ears today were host Gemma Dimond (@gemdimond) and guest Julia Busuttil Nishimura (@juliaostro). Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. If you want to make Hot Chocolate Cake, follow along below! Ingredients: Cake: 2 1/4 cup Plain Flour 2 1/3 cup Cocoa Powder 1 tsp Baking Powder 1 tsp Baking Soda 1 tsp Sea Salt Flakes 3 1/4 cup Caster Sugar 3 1/4 cup Brown Sugar 3/4 cup Buttermilk 3/4 cup Olive Oil 1.75 oz Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur 3 Large Eggs, room temperature 1 cup Boiling Water 1 tsp Instant Coffee Ganache: 1 1/4 cup 70% Dark Chocolate, chopped 1 1/4 cup Double Cream 1 tbsp Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur pinch of Sea Salt Flakes Recipe: Cake: Preheat the oven to 320°F. Grease two 8-in cake tins with olive oil, then line with parchment paper. Sift and measure all the dry cake mix ingredients into a large bowl and stir together with a whisk to fully combine. Combine all the wet cake mix ingredients, except the water and coffee, into a large bowl and whisk together. Make the coffee in a cup with the measured boiling water and instant coffee. Pour that into the wet ingredients bowl and stir well. Then, add the dry mix to the wet mix and stir well with a whisk to combine. Divide the mixture evenly between the prepared tins. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the tin for 20 minutes before flipping onto a wire rack. Allow to cool completely. Ganache: To make the ganache, put the chocolate, Baileys and the salt in a large heatproof bowl. In a heavy based saucepan, heat the cream until steaming but not boiling. Then, pour the hot cream over the chocolate and leave to stand for 1 minute. Stir the ganache using a whisk until smooth and glossy. Let the ganache sit for 10 minutes to cool and thicken slightly. Place the cooled cake on a large plate with a lip. Spoon over enough ganache to cover the top. Place the next cake on top. Pour the remaining ganache all over the top of the cake. Use a spoon or a small offset palette knife to guide the ganache over and down the sides of the cake. Put the cake in the fridge for 30 minutes. Remove the cake from the fridge and, using a small offset palette knife or a spoon, scoop up the set ganache from the plate and spread over the sides to create a smooth finish. Enjoy!! #drinkresponsibly

Hello, hello! This month on The Adaptation we're reviewing the Netflix romantic drama everyone’s been raving about: One Day. The series follows Emma and Dexter who meet after spending an interesting graduation night together. They go their separate ways the next day but the two embark on a friendship that eventually leads to love. Each episode picks up a year after the last and it gives viewers a snapshot into their lives. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Big thanks to Paramount+ for making this episode possible. You can stream A Gentleman in Moscow from March 29, only on Paramount+. Your hosts today were Sohani Goonetillake, Michelle Andrews and Nikkita David. This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Hi hi hi! Calling all Cat People! Is it ever okay to use someone else's real-life experiences as inspiration for your writing? We're asking the big questions today on Stranger Than Fiction! Join Eilish Gilligan and Rhiannon Joyce as they discuss Cat Person, the short story from The New Yorker that went unfathomably viral - and the wild, kind-of "true" story that inspired it. Big thanks to Baileys - Irish Cream Liqueur - for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and interested in an indulgent treat then head online or in-store to shop Baileys. Remember to Drink Responsibly. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too. This episode was researched and audio produced by Eilish Gilligan. You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. (You might spot our little baby, The Space Between, in the mix there, too.) Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. Still not enough? Well! Our hearts! See below for everything else. Click here to subscribe to ShameMore: http://apple.co/shamelesspod Subscribe to the weekly ‘ASK SHAMELESS’ newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gFbYLT Click here to subscribe to our pop culture newsletter, Smart, Dumb Stuff: https://shorturl.at/fimoI Join our book club: https://www.instagram.com/theshamelessbookclub/ Check out our website: https://shamelessmediaco.com/ Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

Welcome to The Tastemakers, in partnership with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur. In this very special fortnightly book club series, our host Gemma Dimond sits down with your favourite tastemakers from a range of backgrounds. From beauty to lifestyle to food creators, over the next few months, we will be getting to know The Tastemakers we reckon lead the charge in their respective areas of expertise. Today, we are joined by the effervescent Maggie Zhou. Big thanks to Baileys for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for a treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Chelsea Srinivasan. In your ears today were host Gemma Dimond (@gemdimond) and guest Maggie Zhou (@yemagz). Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. If you want to make a Vietnamese Latte, follow along below! Ingredients: 250ml brewed coffee, chilled 50ml Baileys Original Irish Cream Liqueur 25ml condensed milk Method: Pour condensed milk into a glass. Add ice and use a coffee drip to layer the coffee over the ice and condensed milk. Pour Baileys to marble and garnish with a dusting of cocoa, dark chocolate curls or cocoa-dusted almonds. Take a sip and indulge. You're now officially living your most delicious life. #drinkresponsibly

Happy Tuesday, book clubbers! Our second pick of the year was Maame by Jessica George; this coming-of-age debut received a glowing review in the New York Times in January and was shortlisted twice in the 2023 Goodreads Choice Awards. This book follows Maddie who's living a far from rewarding life in London. Maddie is the primary caretaker for her father, who suffers from advanced-stage Parkinson’s. At work, Maddie is tired of always being the only Black person in every meeting and her mum is mostly away in Ghana. When her mum returns from her latest trip to Ghana, Maddie leaps at the chance to get out of the family home and finally start living. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Big thanks to Baileys Irish Cream Liquer for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for an indulgent treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

Hey, book clubbers! We’re so excited to bring you this interview with the author of 'Such A Fun Age' Kiley Reid. Sohani speaks to Kiley about her new novel, ‘Come and Get It’. Set on a college campus, you’ll hear why Kiley was inspired to look at the influence consumption and money have on us as a society. Join us for all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Thank you so much to Baileys for making this episode of The Shameless Book Club possible. If you are over 18 and interested in an indulgent treat, head online or in-store to shop the Baileys range. To explore a selection of delicious Bailey’s recipes, head here. And as always, Remember to Drink Responsibly. Your host today was Sohani Goonetillake and this episode was audio produced by Ruby Hall. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here. See you next time!

Welcome to The Tastemakers, in partnership with Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur. In this very special fortnightly book club series, our host Gemma Dimond sits down with your favourite tastemakers from a range of backgrounds. From beauty to lifestyle to food creators, over the next few months, we will be getting to know The Tastemakers we reckon lead the charge in their respective areas of expertise. Today, we chat with Shameless Media co-founder, Michelle Andrews. Big thanks to Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for a treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Chelsea Srinivasan. In your ears today were host Gemma Dimond (@gemdimond) and guest Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too. If you want to make Mich’s favourite drink - Baileys on Ice - grab a short glass, add a few ice cubes and 50ml of Baileys Irish Cream. Enjoy!

Hello, friends! We put the power in your hands last month to pick which adaptation we’ll be reviewing and you guys OVERWHELMINGLY voted in favour of Normal People. Normal People follows Connell and Marianne - two young people who met in high school and… simply cannot stay away from each other. This novel was a runaway best seller, so, naturally, it was turned into a TV series, which launched the careers of both Daisy Edgar Jones and Paul Mescal. We’ll be reviewing the mini-series today! Big thanks to Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for an indulgent treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Sohani Goonetillake. Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too. You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. (You might spot our little baby, The Space Between, in the mix there, too.) Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. Still not enough? Well! Our hearts! See below for everything else.

Hello helloooo! Calling all Mortal Instruments readers - today on Stranger Than Fiction, Eilish Gilligan and Sohani Goonetillake cover all things Cassandra Clare, AKA Cassandra… Claire. There’s Harry Potter fandom drama from the early 2000s, fanfiction tomes that are longer than the bible, and two seperate plagiarism accusations… almost 20 years apart. Phew! Big thanks to Baileys - Irish Cream Liqueur - for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and interested in an indulgent treat then head online or in-store to shop Baileys. Remember to Drink Responsibly. Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too. This episode was researched and audio produced by Eilish Gilligan. You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. (You might spot our little baby, The Space Between, in the mix there, too.) Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. Still not enough? Well! Our hearts! See below for everything else. Click here to subscribe to ShameMore: http://apple.co/shamelesspod Subscribe to the weekly ‘ASK SHAMELESS’ newsletter: http://eepurl.com/gFbYLT Click here to subscribe to our pop culture newsletter, Smart, Dumb Stuff: https://shorturl.at/fimoI Join our book club: https://www.instagram.com/theshamelessbookclub/ Check out our website: https://shamelessmediaco.com/ Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

Happy Tuesday, book club friends! Our first pick of the year was Tom Lake by Ann Patchett; a meditation on youthful love, married love, and the lives parents have led before their children were born. In the spring of 2020, Lara’s three daughters return to the family's orchard in Northern Michigan. While picking cherries, they beg their mother to tell them the story of Peter Duke, a famous actor with whom she shared both a stage and a romance years before at a theater company called Tom Lake. As Lara recalls the past, her daughters examine their own lives and relationship with their mother, and are forced to reconsider the world and everything they thought they knew. Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta, @theshamelessbookclub, and our TikTok, @theshamelessbookclub. Or, if you’re after some variety, here’s a link to record a voice message via our website, too. Big thanks to Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for an indulgent treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Eilish Gilligan. Want to support our show? We are sending air kisses, air tea, and air hugs (too far?) to anyone who clicks ‘subscribe’ on Apple (bonus hugs for anyone who leaves a five-star review, too) or ‘follow’ on Spotify. You can browse the eBook and audiobook versions of past book club picks in our room on Apple Books! Have a look-see right here. Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.