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Tom Templeton
In the podcast this week we’re speaking to author, Tom Templeton.
Tom originally worked as a journalist for the Observer newspaper before retaining as a doctor when he was 30. These days he works as a GP in Oxford.
Tom’s book, 34 patients is published on 27th May. The book describes 34 of the patients that Tom has encountered during his medical career, ranging from a baby to a 103 year old woman. Beautifully written, the book is a moving portrait of humanity which asks the reader to treat everyone with compassion.
Series 2, Episode 17
Christy Lefteri
In the podcast this week, we’re speaking to best-selling author, Christy Lefteri.
Christy’s first book, A Watermelon, a Fish and a Bible, was published in 2010. Her second novel, the Beekeeper of Aleppo came out in 2019 and won the 2020 Aspen Words Literary Prize. It is still high in the bestseller lists two years after publication.
Christy’s latest book, Songbirds, is out in July this year.
Series 2, Episode 16
Henry Porter
In the podcast this week, we’re speaking to award winning author & journalist, Henry Porter.
Henry has written nine novels, including a children’s book. His latest book, The Old Enemy, is the third part of a quartet of thrillers and was published in April this year.
Series 2, Episode 15
William Boyd
In the podcast this week, we’re speaking to award-winning Novelist, screenwriter, critic and short story writer, William Boyd.
William’s first novel was published in 1981 and he has since gone on to publish a further 16 novels and countless short story collections, together with works of non-fiction, plays. A former television critic, he has also worked extensively as a screenwriter for both film and television.
William’s latest book, Trio, was published in October 2020 and will be out in paperback later this year
Series 2, Episode 14
Abbie Greaves
In the podcast this week, we’re speaking to author, Abbie Greaves
Abbie’s debut novel, The Silent Treatment was published in April 2020, and came out in paperback in October. The book, where the two main protagonists are a couple that haven’t said a word to each other for six months is, quite simply, brilliant.
Abbie’s new book, The Ends of the Earth was published on 29th April.
Series 2, Episode 13
Ruth Hogan
This week, we’re speaking to Sunday Times bestselling author, Ruth Hogan.
Ruth’s first novel, The Keeper of Lost Things was published in 2017. She then went on to publish two more books, The Wisdom of Sally Red Shoes and Queenie Malone’s Paradise Hotel, and her latest book, Madame Burova, was published on 1st April this year.
Series 2, Episode 12
LD Lapinksi
This week we’re talking to children’s author LD Lapinski, whose debut children’s book, the Strangeworlds Travel Agency was published in April last year.
The second book in the series, The Strangeworlds Travel Agency: The Edge of the Ocean is out on 15th April.
Series 2, Episode 11.
This episode will be available from Thursday 15th April.
Meryl Halls
This week we’re speaking to Managing Director of the Booksellers Association, Meryl Halls. Meryl is passionate about all aspect of the book trade. She works tirelessly for booksellers all over the country, and what she does is invaluable.
Series 2, Episode 10.
Anthony McGowan
This week we’re talking to prize winning author, Anthony McGowan. Anthony’s book, Lark, won the Carnegie medal in 2020. His latest book, I Am The Minotaur was published in January this year.
Series 2, Episode 9.
Liz Nugent
Liz’s latest book, Our Little Cruelties, was published just as the country went into lockdown in 2020. The paperback was published in January.
Series 2, Episode 8.
Beth Morrey
This week we’re talking to Sunday Times best-selling author, Beth Morrey.
Beth’s book, Saving Missy was published in paperback on 4th March, giving a whole host of new readers the opportunity to meet the fabulous Missy.
Series 2, Episode 7.
Ed Needham
This week we’re speaking to the editor of Strong Words Magazine, Ed Needham. Full of interviews, news, & reviews, the magazine is perfect for any book worm.
Series 2, Episode 6.
Rob Biddulph
In this World Book Day extended episode of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to the official illustrator of World Book, Rob Biddulph.
Series 2, Episode 5.
Ross Welford
In the fourth episode of Season Two of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to Ross Welford, one of the most critically acclaimed middle grade authors in the UK.
Series 2, Episode 4.
The episode will be available on Thursday 25th February.
Andrew Hunter Murray
In the third episode of Season Two of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to writer and comedian, Andrew Hunter Murray.
Andrew is one of the QI elves who work behind the scenes for the BBC show, QI. His debut novel, The Last Day, is out in paperback on 18th February.
Series 2, Episode 3.
Abigail Dean
In the second episode of Season Two of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to debut author, Abigail Dean. Abi’s new book, Girl A, was published in January this year and became an instant Sunday Times bestseller.
Series 2, Episode 2.
Lisa Jewell
In the first episode of Season Two of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to the Sunday Times bestselling author, Lisa Jewell.
Series 2, Episode 1.
Tom Croft
In the season finale of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to portrait artist, Tom Croft, the man behind the global initiative which encouraged artists to draw portraits of NHS Key Workers.
This episode is dedicated to all NHS key workers.
Series 1, Episode 16
Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall
In episode 15 of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to multi-award-winning writer and broadcaster Hugh Fearnley- Whittingstall.
Series 1, Episode 15
Ian Dunt
In episode fourteen of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to to author, journalist and broadcaster, Ian Dunt.
The episode will be available on 3rd December.
Series 1, Episode 14
Emma Gannon
In episode thirteen of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to author, columnist and podcaster, Emma Gannon.
Series 1, Episode 13
Tom Kerridge
In episode twelve of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to Michelin Starred Chef, Tom Kerridge.
Series 1, Episode 12
Alex Wheatle
In episode eleven of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to acclaimed author Alex Wheatle.
Series 1, Episode 11
David Melling
In episode ten of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to Children’s illustrator and author, David Melling.
Series 1, Episode 10
Mary Stevens
In episode nine of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to Children’s author and martial arts expert, Mary Stevens.
Series 1, Episode 9
Martin Latham
In episode eight of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to Waterstones’ longest-serving manager, Martin Latham
Series 1, Episode 8
Chris Riddell
In episode seven of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to one of the UK’s top illustrators and cartoonists, Chris Riddell
Series 1, Episode 7
Robert Harris
In episode six of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to best-selling author Robert Harris about his new book, V2.
Series 1, Episode 6
Elizabeth Day
In episode five of Mostly Books Meets, we speak to journalist, author, and podcaster, Elizabeth Day about her new book Failosophy.
Series 1, Episode 5
Matson Taylor
In episode four of Mostly Books Meets, Sarah chats to Matson Taylor, the debut author of The Miseducation of Evie Epworth.
Series 1, Episode 4
Heather Morris
In episode three of ‘Mostly Books Meets….’, Sarah meets best-selling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Heather Morris.
Series 1, Episode 3
Gideon Defoe
In episode two of ‘Mostly Books Meets….’, Sarah meets author and screen writer, Gideon Defoe.
Series 1, Episode 2
A.F. Harrold
In the first episode of ‘Mostly Books Meets….’, Sarah chats to children’s author, poet and performer, A.F. Harrold.
Series 1, Episode 1