The best books of 2025
Dec 23, 2025 •
Marieke Hardy is a writer, broadcaster and former panelist on the ABC’s First Tuesday Book Club.
Marieke’s passion and enthusiasm for the books she loves is contagious. But she’s also direct and unapologetic when a book isn’t for her, so you always know that when she recommends something, it’s going to be worth your time.
Her list of favourite books starts with a sprawling novel about friendship and love – and winds its way through so many other huge themes: grief, violence, war, and how the internet has ruined us.
Today, Marieke Hardy with her five favourite books of 2025.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
The best books of 2025
1781 • Dec 23, 2025
The best books of 2025
Marieke Hardy is a writer, broadcaster and former panelist on the ABC’s First Tuesday Book Club.
Marieke’s passion and enthusiasm for the books she loves is contagious. But she’s also direct and unapologetic when a book isn’t for her, so you always know that when she recommends something, it’s going to be worth your time.
Her list of favourite books starts with a sprawling novel about friendship and love – and winds its way through so many other huge themes: grief, violence, war, and how the internet has ruined us.
Today, Marieke Hardy with her five favourite books of 2025.
If you enjoy 7am, the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support.
Guest: Writer and literary critic Marieke Hardy
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