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Love Your Library is a book lover’s podcast, brought to you by Hampshire Libraries. The library team chat with a different author every month about books that have just hit the library shelves as well as those that have been loved for years. Listen in to meet the people behind the bookcases as our…

Love your library


    • Jan 24, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    An interview with fantasy writer Ben Aaronovitch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 41:18


    Ben Aaronovitch, the award-winning author of the Rivers of London series, joined us to talk about his latest novella, Winter's Gifts. You can also watch this episode on YouTube. If you enjoyed listening to this episode with Ben Aaronovitch, why not check out our interviews with Shannon Chakraborty, Jack Jordan, and Femi Fadugba. The post An interview with fantasy writer Ben Aaronovitch appeared first on Love your library.

    Unlikely Connections | Beth O’Leary Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 41:23


    Beth O'Leary joins us for this episode of Love Your Library to talk about her new novel, The Wake-Up Call. Hear about what inspires her – including her love of Hampshire! With her popular debut book The Flatshare hitting TV screens in 2022, we were delighted to chat to Beth. Then, Hattie and Kate chat to library team assistant, Anne-Marie. They share their recommended reads, three very different novels all set during wartime. Plus, Anne-Marie tells us about everything coming up at Bordon Library. Make sure you check their... The post Unlikely Connections | Beth O'Leary Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Romanticise Reading | Fiona Walker Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 52:36


    In this edition of the Love Your Library podcast, we speak to much loved romance writer, Fiona Walker. With an impressive career spanning several decades and including over 20 books, we were thrilled to get a chance to catch up with her about her latest countryside romp – Country Secrets. Reserve a copy online via the Hampshire Libraries catalogue. This episode also includes a conversation with Area Manager Liz Weighell, who speaks to us about her passion for children's literacy. And in the spirit of inspiring children to... The post Romanticise Reading | Fiona Walker Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Ready, Set, Read! | Summer Reading Challenge Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 51:15


    The Summer Reading Challenge has kicked off! To celebrate, this month's episode of Love Your Library is all about children's books. First, Kate talks to author and illustrator Kev Payne about how he got into writing and why libraries are magical places. Then, Kate and Anna speak to Rebecca, who works at Winchester and Alresford libraries. They talk about their favourite children's books and Rebecca tells us why libraries are so important for parents and families. If you have a child who wants to sign up to the... The post Ready, Set, Read! | Summer Reading Challenge Special appeared first on Love your library.

    Faith Hogan interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2023 25:13


    The Love Your Library podcast was joined by Faith Hogan for this episode. Faith Hogan is the bestselling author of uplifting fiction titles like The Ladies' Midnight Swimming Club, The Girl I Used to Know, and My Husband's Wives. Hattie chatted to Faith about her latest book, The Guest House by the Sea. Set in the fictional Irish coastal village of Ballycove, the book tells a story about how the places people escape to can provide the ideal setting for self-reflection and transformation. Faith also speaks about her... The post Faith Hogan interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Pride Month | Sam Kenyon Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 52:46


    On this Pride Month edition of Love Your Library, we're joined by Sam Kenyon who talks to us about his debut novel, I Am Not Raymond Wallace. Hear about the stories, articles and experiences that inspired Sam, as well as about what else he's got in the pipeline at the moment. Plus, top up your pile as we hear from Ren, one of our library team assistants, and Cordelia, an avid library user, about their top LGBTQ+ picks. Find the books mentioned in this episode: The Gay Metropolis... The post Pride Month | Sam Kenyon Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Annabelle Thorpe Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2023 18:01


    Annabelle Thorpe joins us on this episode of the Love Your Library podcast to chat about her latest book, The Enemy of Love. She also tells us about her time as a travel writer, and how she creates strong female characters. If you enjoyed this episode, why not give our interviews with Rachel Hore or Mandy Robotham. Plus, catch up on our previous episode with Fostering Hampshire Children. The post Annabelle Thorpe Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Libraries for Everyone | Fostering Hampshire Children

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2023 38:57


    On this episode of Love Your Library, we talk about how we make our libraries places for the whole community. First, we hear from Johnny, a foster carer and Hive Care Support Worker, and Laura from Fostering Hampshire Children all about providing a foster home for Hampshire's most vulnerable children. Then, we chat to Sam and Nicky from the library service about how we make our branches safe and welcoming for everyone. Find out about what it means to be a Library of Sanctuary by visiting their website.... The post Libraries for Everyone | Fostering Hampshire Children appeared first on Love your library.

    Otherworldly Adventures | Shannon Chakraborty Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 47:01


    Shannon Chakraborty is our guest for this episode of the Love Your Library podcast. Chatting to us about all things fantasy, we get to learn all about her latest book and the kick-off novel to her new series, The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi. Following the journey of a scandalous pirate traversing the high seas for one last job that'll go down in history, the book is described as Ocean's Eleven meets Sinbad the Sailor, which will undoubtedly delight fans of Chakraborty's richly descriptive and imaginative work. We also... The post Otherworldly Adventures | Shannon Chakraborty Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Celebrating the Solent | Poetry Ambassadors

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2023 27:07


    On this episode we find out about how Artful Scribe, the University of Southampton and Winchester Poetry Festival support young poets across the region. Hattie is joined by Matt West from Artful Scribe and Will May from the University of Southampton on the Poetry Ambassadors mentoring scheme run with support from Winchester Poetry Festival. We also hear from Eve Wright, one of the young poets mentored through the scheme. Love poetry? You may like to listen to our episodes with children's laureate Joseph Coelho and fellow podcasters The... The post Celebrating the Solent | Poetry Ambassadors appeared first on Love your library.

    Foul Lady Fiction | Chloe Gong Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 54:52


    International bestseller Chloe Gong joins us on this episode of the Love Your Library podcast to talk about her latest release, Last Violent Call. Containing two captivating novellas that expand upon her Secret Shanghai series, Last Violent Call allows the stories from the world of These Violent Delights and Foul Lady Fortune to continue. Hattie speaks to Chloe about the emotional weight of finishing off a series, her upcoming projects (including the highly anticipated Immortal Longings, which is out in July 2023), and what it's like being a... The post Foul Lady Fiction | Chloe Gong Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Reading Buddies | Cantell School and the University of Southampton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2023 34:16


    In this episode of Love Your Library, Hattie and Craig are joined by Kat, Jess and James from Cantell School and the University of Southampton to talk about their Reading Buddies initiative. This project sees Key Stage 3 pupils paired with sixth form and university students to help build confidence with reading.   Follow Cantell School on Facebook to stay up to date on their latest news, including the Reading Buddies project.   If you enjoyed this episode, make sure to listen to our interviews with Empathy Lab,... The post Reading Buddies | Cantell School and the University of Southampton appeared first on Love your library.

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    A Children’s Book Special | Jake Alexander and Harry Woodgate Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 40:26


    On this special episode of Love Your Library, we're joined by prize winning author and illustrators Jake Alexander and Harry Woodgate to hear about their experiences writing and illustrating children's picture books. First, we speak to Jake the winner of the Macmillan Prize for Illustration in 2019, for his work Can I Read My Books, Please. This project has now developed into the published children's book We want our books. A defiant, moving, and joyful picture book about the power of protest and the importance of books. Rosa... The post A Children's Book Special | Jake Alexander and Harry Woodgate Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Scientifically Magical | Olivie Blake Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2022 47:07


    Olivie Blake, author of The Atlas Six, joins us on this month's episode of the Love Your Library podcast. She tells us all the newest instalment in her popular Atlas Six series, The Atlas Paradox, how she comes up with her ideas, and how she ended up on this path. We also chat with Emma from Gosport Discovery Centre about a few recommended reads. You can find those, and a few other books on our extraordinarily tall to-read piles below: Terry Pratchett: a life with footnotes – Rob... The post Scientifically Magical | Olivie Blake Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Reading for Empathy | Empathy Lab Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 24:33


    In this mini episode of Love Your Library, we speak to Sarah Mears from Empathy Lab and Libraries Connected. We talk about the amazing work libraries across the country did during the pandemic, and about how reading can boost empathy skills in children. Find out more about the resources from Libraries Connected below: Universal Offers Reading Well Books on Prescription Big Jubilee Read Novels that Shaped our World Green Libraries Manifesto   Learn more about Empathy Lab's resources: Empathy Day Reading for Empathy Collections Empathy Walks Empathy Shorts... The post Reading for Empathy | Empathy Lab Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Academically Dark | Ruth Ware Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 46:39


    In this episode of the Love your Library podcast, we're joined by bestselling author Ruth Ware to hear about her latest novel, The It Girl. A dark thriller full of unforeseen twists, The It Girl sees a decade-old murder case being reopened, and asks whether the testimony that closed it in the first place put an innocent man behind bars. We chat to Ruth about where the inspiration for this book came from, including the historic cities of Oxford and Edinburgh.   We also speak to Ollie, a Library... The post Academically Dark | Ruth Ware Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Moving and Belonging | Rachel Hore

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2022 27:08


    On this mini episode of Love Your Library, we're joined by author Rachel Hore to hear about her most recent novel, One Moonlit Night. With her husband, Philip, missing in action, Maddie and her daughters are forced to flee wartime London. Seeking refuge in Philip's childhood home, Maddie soon learns that her husband has been keeping a deep secret. Hear about Rachel's journey from Hong Kong to Norfolk and from publishing to writing, and how those journeys helped her write her twelfth novel. If you enjoyed this episode,... The post Moving and Belonging | Rachel Hore appeared first on Love your library.

    Hypothetical Science | Ali Hazelwood

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2022 55:19


    In this edition of the Love Your Library podcast, Kate speaks to writer and neuroscientist Ali Hazelwood about her works of romantic fiction set among the backdrop of laboratories and research stations. These STEMinist rom-coms, including her latest, Love on the Brain, have earned her the firm position as a bestselling author in today's literary landscape. We also chat with Lily, who works across a range of Hampshire Libraries, about her recommended read – from September's author of the month, Margaret Atwood. The Heart Goes Last is Atwood's... The post Hypothetical Science | Ali Hazelwood appeared first on Love your library.

    Reading For Life | The Reading Agency Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2022 22:03


    On this mini episode of the Love Your Library podcast, we speak to Emma Braithwaite from The Reading Agency about all of the fantastic work it's doing in libraries all over the country. From the Summer Reading Challenge to World Book Night, The Reading Agency has something for everyone, from children to adults and new readers to book fanatics. You can find out more about some of The Reading Agency's projects below: The Summer Reading Challenge Reading Ahead World Book Night Reading Well If you enjoyed this episode, why not... The post Reading For Life | The Reading Agency Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Extraordinary Authors | Mike Gayle Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2022 50:53


    This edition of the Love Your Library podcast sees us chat to the prolific British writer, Mike Gayle. Mike recently became the first ever male recipient of the outstanding achievement award at the 2021 Romantic Novel Awards for his contribution to the literary genre. We spoke to him about his latest book, The Museum of Ordinary People, and why his writing in this space is so powerful. The Museum of Ordinary People is a book about human lives, physical memory and the seemingly valueless objects that people just... The post Extraordinary Authors | Mike Gayle Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    No Harm Done | Jack Jordan Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2022 49:06


    Jack Jordan is the author joining us on this edition of the Love Your Library podcast, here to talk about his latest book Do No Harm. Do No Harm is a high-concept thriller that explores the chilling premise of what might happen if a skilled surgeon and mother was given the ultimatum to commit murder on the operating table in order to save her son. Lauded by critics and writers alike, including previous Love Your Library guest Louise Candlish, Do No Harm is guaranteed to get your pulse... The post No Harm Done | Jack Jordan Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Mental Health Matters | Soon Wiley Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2022 47:30


    This episode of the Love Your Library podcast features an interview with debut novelist from across the pond, Soon Wiley, about his new release, When We Fell Apart. A compelling story of a tragic death and the harrowing steps that led up to it, When We Fell Apart is set to be flying off bookshelves globally this summer. We spoke to Soon about the rewards and challenges of the writing process, what inspired him to create this story and why libraries are so special. We were also joined... The post Mental Health Matters | Soon Wiley Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Claire Frost Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2022 22:20


    Claire Frost, author of Married at First Swipe and Living My Best Life, joins us in this mini episode of the Love Your Library podcast to talk about her latest novel The One. The story follows Lottie Brown who has finally found The One. But when Leo tragically dies just three months into their relationship, Lottie is left floundering. We talk to Claire about loss, love, and whether there really is just one person out there for each of us.   If you enjoyed this episode, you'll love... The post Claire Frost Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Half Human, Half Stories | The Amplify Project Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2022 39:18


    We caught up with Patricia Cumper and Pauline Walker, hosts and founders of The Amplify Project. A podcast that explores the work, lives, and inspiration of Black writers for the stage, page, and screen through a series of relaxed and intimate interviews. We spoke with the podcasting duo about why they started The Amplify Project and what the future holds for them. Discover your next favourite read with book recommendations from Pauline and Patricia over on the Hampshire Libraries blog. If you would like to find out more... The post Half Human, Half Stories | The Amplify Project Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    The Kids Are Alright | Hannah Gold Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2022 53:45


    In this special Kids' Corner episode of the Love Your Library podcast, 15-year-old Ava joins our team of hosts to interview Hannah Gold, whose book, The Last Bear, was recently shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2022 and the Blue Peter Award. The moving story of April's journey to save Bear shows that nobody is too young or insignificant to make a difference. We're also joined by Liz, an Area Manager here at Hampshire Libraries and a children's book specialist. She makes some brilliant recommendations for our... The post The Kids Are Alright | Hannah Gold Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Making Myth | Interview with Jennifer Saint

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 49:08


    Jennifer Saint, author of Ariadne, joins us in this episode of the Love Your Library podcast. Her debut novel breathes new life into the myth that many of us know as “Theseus and the Minotaur”, retelling the story through the eyes of Ariadne and Phaedra, the two princesses of Crete. Jennifer speaks with us about the inspiration behind her novels and why it's so important that we revisit our classical myths with a new lens. We were also joined by Chris from the central libraries team to talk... The post Making Myth | Interview with Jennifer Saint appeared first on Love your library.

    Jacqueline Roy Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2021 29:59


    For this mini episode of the Love Your Library podcast, we were joined by author Jacqueline Roy, who spoke to us about her latest book, The Gosling Girl. Set to be released in January 2022, The Gosling Girl follows the aftermath of Michelle Cameron's release from imprisonment, years after the horrifying crime she committed as a child has taken place. Exploring themes of memory, trauma, powerlessness and identity, Jacqueline describes the book as a ‘whydunnit' as opposed to a ‘whodunnit', as she unpeels the relationship (and fine line) between victim and perpetrator.... The post Jacqueline Roy Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Dangerous Documents | Interview with Janice Hallett

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 43:19


    Our guest on this episode is debut novelist Janice Hallett, author of The Sunday Times crime book of the year The Appeal. A crime novel with a difference, the book consists of a series of documents inviting you to solve the crime as you discover the plot. Janice tells us about how we shouldn't forget about the horror of some crimes when reading crime fiction, and gives us a peek into the writing of her upcoming second novel, The Twyford Code. Hattie and Isaac also caught up with... The post Dangerous Documents | Interview with Janice Hallett appeared first on Love your library.

    Fiction From Fact | Alison Weir Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2021 29:49


    In this edition of Love Your Library, Kate caught up with bestselling historian and novelist Alison Weir. Her latest novel, Katharine Parr: The Sixth Wife, follows the story of the survivor of Henry VIII's rule in the final instalment of Alison's Six Tudor Queens series. We spoke with Alison about the difficulties of writing fiction about historical figures and the trials of Katharine Parr. Other writing from Alison Weir includes Queen of the Crusades, In the Shadow of Queens, and A Tudor Christmas. Isaac and Craig also spoke... The post Fiction From Fact | Alison Weir Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Dave Goulson Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2021 19:01


    In this episode of the Love Your Library podcast, we're joined by Dave Goulson – professor of biology at the University of Sussex. Specialising in insect ecology and conservation, his new book Silent Earth: Averting the Insect Apocalypse draws on the latest research to offer an accessible and motivating look into the decline in insect populations. We spoke with him about the wonderfully strange insect world and what we can do to support our insect populations. Head over to our library catalogue to borrow a copy of Silent Earth. If you enjoyed... The post Dave Goulson Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Spy Another Day | Charles Cumming Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2021 46:56


    We were delighted to be joined by British writer Charles Cumming in this edition of the Love Your Library podcast. his latest book, Judas 62, is the second book in Charles' gripping Box 88 series and tells the story of Lachlan Kite in two interlinked time periods: Russia in the 1990s and Dubai in the present day. Kite needs to navigate the dangerous territory of the FSB, Russia's modern-day security service and successor of the KGB, with the focus on a list of Russia's enemies who have been... The post Spy Another Day | Charles Cumming Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Femi Fadugba Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2021 30:03


    In this edition of the Love Your Library podcast, we met with Femi Fadugba – an author whose talents seem limitless. With a background in quantum physics, Femi's debut novel The Upper World is as scientifically impressive as it is gripping, telling a tale of love, violence and time travel – set against the unsuspecting backdrop of Peckham. It's also set to be made into a feature-length film by Netflix, featuring Get Out star and Academy Award winner, Daniel Kaluuya. We spoke to Femi about his background in... The post Femi Fadugba Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Killer Consequences | Steve Cavanagh interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2021 43:56


    Steve Cavanagh joins us in this episode of the podcast to talk about the latest edition to his million bestselling Eddie Flynn series. The Devil's Advocate takes con-man-turned-lawyer Eddie Flynn to Alabama where he is the only thing standing between an innocent man and the electric chair. Steve tells us about the real-life inspiration behind his latest novel, his experience as a civil rights attorney, and the supportive world of crime fiction authors. Kate and Isaac are also joined by Michelle from Alton Library to discuss her book... The post Killer Consequences | Steve Cavanagh interview appeared first on Love your library.

    High Society | Louise Candlish Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 39:04


    Bestselling author Louise Candlish was our guest on this episode, when she joined Kate to talk about her brand new novel The Heights. Louise has written more than a dozen books but it's been a move to psychological thrillers which has brought her to an even wider audience in the last few years. Two of her recent books are currently being developed for the screen including Our House, which will star Tuppence Middleton and Martin Compston on ITV next year, and The Other Passenger which was also a... The post High Society | Louise Candlish Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Sharon Gosling Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2021 19:31


    In this mini episode, Kate Price McCarthy talks to Sharon Gosling about her new novel The House Beneath the Cliffs. It's the story of Anna who on impulse buys a tiny cottage in a remote Scottish fishing village, about how she rediscovers her love of cooking and what she uncovers about herself and the community into which she's landed. In the interview Sharon talks about what drew her to the magical village of Crovie, what differences she's noticed about writing for an adult rather than a young adult... The post Sharon Gosling Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Opening Up | Joanne Harris Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2021 57:09


    Chocolat author Joanne Harris joins Kate in our virtual studio to talk about her new novel A Narrow Door which comes out on 4 August 2021. It's the latest in the St Oswald's Boys Grammar School series which started with 2005's Gentlemen and Players. This darkly comic series is set in the north of England and features the eccentric Latin Master Roy Straitley. If you think you're familiar with Joanne's writing already, you may want to think again since her books don't fit neatly into one genre: she's... The post Opening Up | Joanne Harris Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Eva Verde Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 15:44


    This episode of the Love Your Library podcast features an interview with debut novelist Eva Verde about her latest release, Lives Like Mine. Lives Like Mine is an honest exploration of the themes of family relationships, motherhood, race and identity as it focuses on the life of Monica, who wonders whether her roles as wife, mother, daughter and woman are all there is. Hattie caught up with Eva to discuss this insightful and entertaining look into what it means for a woman to occupy all of these identities,... The post Eva Verde Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Historic Times | Philippa Gregory Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 40:50


    Our guest on this episode is queen of historical fiction Philippa Gregory, who is talking about her latest novel Dark Tides, which takes the reader between London, New England and Venice in the 17th Century. This is the sequel to her bestseller Tidelands, which introduced Alinor and her family. In her conversation with Kate, Philippa talks about characters which take writers by surprise, how she goes about the research for her novels, and why no woman should want to have been born before 1960. Philippa is the author... The post Historic Times | Philippa Gregory Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Rory Cellan-Jones Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 24:18


    In this mini episode, BBC technology guru, Rory Cellan-Jones talks to Kate Price McCarthy about his new book Always On: Hope and Fear in the Social Smartphone Era, which captures his experiences and reflections on the relentless ascent of technology over the last 15 years. Rory has met and interviewed visionaries like Mark Zuckerberg, Stephen Hawking, Elon Musk, Bill Gates and Tim Berners-Lee. And he was in the room where it happened when Steve Jobs revealed the first iPhone, famously announcing ‘We’re going to make some history’. In... The post Rory Cellan-Jones Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    T.M. Logan interview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2021 43:03


    Thriller writer and million copy bestseller T.M. Logan was our guest for this edition of the podcast. He joined Lisa Barfoot in our virtual studio to talk about his new book Trust Me. Lisa runs Hampshire Libraries’ online book club which recently had T.M. Logan as its guest speaker. T.M. Logan says he writes the kind of books he loves to read: tense psychological thrillers where bad things happen to regular people. All his books have been bestsellers but he’s probably best known for The Catch, about a... The post T.M. Logan interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Emma Kennedy Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2021 31:52


    This mini episode features an interview with Emma Kennedy: comedian, TV presenter, actor, scriptwriter, author and Twitter star. Emma’s latest novel, The Never-Ending Summer is set in the summer of 1971 when best friends Agnes and Bea decide on one last adventure before their adult lives begin. And while Agnes heads off to London, her mother Florence, sets off on her own voyage of self-discovery into Europe. Emma talks to Kate about how her own teenage life provided the inspiration for the book and about the impact of... The post Emma Kennedy Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

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    Unsettling Origins | Claire Fuller Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2021 45:49


    Claire Fuller, who has just been longlisted for this year’s Women’s Prize for Fiction, is our guest author for this month’s episode. Making the most of social distancing rules, Kate met up with Claire at a local park to chat about her new book Unsettled Ground, a beautifully written celebration of the natural world, with long-hidden family secrets to be unearthed. It’s not the first time Claire’s writing has been spotlighted by the publishing industry: her debut novel, Our Endless Numbered Days, picked up the prestigious Desmond Elliot... The post Unsettling Origins | Claire Fuller Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Helen Fields Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2021 22:47


    If you’ve been riveted by tv shows like Mindhunter and Criminal Minds which focus on the work of FBI profilers, you’ll be gripped by Helen Fields’ new book The Shadow Man. Set in Edinburgh, the book follows the work of outsiders Dr Connie Woolwine, a profiler from the FBI, and the very English DI Brodie Baarda, a kidnapping specialist, who team up to solve the disappearance of a young mother from the city. In this interview, Helen talks about the real life FBI profiler who provided insight for... The post Helen Fields Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Disappearing Acts | CL Taylor Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2021 44:08


    Six times Sunday Times bestselling author CL Taylor joins Kate in our virtual studio to talk about her new thriller Her Last Holiday. She’s probably best known as the author of Sleep – one of Richard and Judy’s picks from 2019 – and Strangers which came out last year. She has also written two Young Adult thrillers, The Treatment and, more recently, The Island which came out in January this year. Her latest book which comes out next month (April 2021) delves into the world of self-help gurus and wellness... The post Disappearing Acts | CL Taylor Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Mandy Robotham Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2021 16:50


    This episode of the Love Your Library podcast features an interview with Mandy Robotham, author of The German Midwife and The Secret Messenger. Hattie spoke to Mandy about her latest release – another brilliant historical novel, this time set in the heart of a Berlin on the brink of war. Mandy’s no stranger to an exciting and varied career – having worked as both a journalist and a midwife before settling (for now!) on a career in writing. The Berlin Girl follows Georgie, a foreign correspondent reporting on... The post Mandy Robotham Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Escapist Artist | Katie Fforde Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2021 35:58


    Contemporary romantic novelist Katie Fforde was our guest author in this episode of the Love Your Library podcast. She came into our virtual studios to chat with us about her new novel A Wedding in the Country, which is published on 18 February.  Katie’s latest book has been described as her most autobiographical to date and is, unusually for this author, set in 1960s London. It truly is the perfect escapist novel for a dismal winter. Katie also talked about the unusual research she undertook for her earlier novel Summer of Love. You’ll... The post Escapist Artist | Katie Fforde Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Will Dean Interview | Mini Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2021 18:56


    Will Dean is our guest author for this mini episode of the Love Your Library podcast, talking about his brand new book The Last Thing to Burn. You may already know Will from his brilliant series about Swedish journalist Tuva, which began with the much acclaimed novel Dark Pines and was followed by Red Snow and Black River. Will is a romantic ideal of an author, living with his family in a cabin in the middle of a Swedish elk forest, as isolated as one of the characters... The post Will Dean Interview | Mini Episode appeared first on Love your library.

    Herculean Creativity | Sophie Hannah Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 43:59


    In this episode of the Love Your Library podcast we interview Sophie Hannah – our guest author for December – who joined us this month to talk about her new Hercule Poirot novel The Killings at Kingfisher Hill. We also talked about her collections of poetry, her Waterhouse and Zailer series which started with bestseller Little Face and her three previous Poirot novels: The Monogram Murders, Closed Casket and The Mystery of Three Quarters. Kate and Sophie discussed her How to Hold a Grudge podcast, and her Dream... The post Herculean Creativity | Sophie Hannah Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Additional Killings | Elly Griffiths Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2020 38:52


    Another bestseller joined us in our virtual studio this month when Elly Griffiths came in to talk to us about The Postscript Murders, the ‘sort-of sequel’ to Times Crime Book of the Year, The Stranger Diaries. Elly is best known for her two crime series, one featuring forensic archaeologist Dr Ruth Galloway, the other set in post-war Brighton. Her new book concentrates on Shoreham-based DS Harbinder Kaur and an unlikely group of friends who set out to help her – or hinder her – as she sets about... The post Additional Killings | Elly Griffiths Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Whodunnit Squared | Anthony Horowitz Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2020 31:33


    October’s edition of the Love Your Library podcast features an interview with one of the UK’s best-loved and most successful authors: Anthony Horowitz. The adaptation of his hugely successful teenage Alex Rider spy series is currently in production for a second blockbuster TV series. Anthony is also a highly acclaimed writer for adults with two Sherlock Holmes novels (The House of Silk and Moriarty) as well as Trigger Mortis, a new James Bond novel. In this Anthony Horowitz interview, he visited our virtual studio to discuss his new... The post Whodunnit Squared | Anthony Horowitz Interview appeared first on Love your library.

    Stories Of Hope | Heather Morris Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2020 42:27


    In the latest episode of the Love Your Library podcast, we chatted to bestselling author Heather Morris about what it takes to craft a story of hope. The Tattooist of Auschwitz, Heather Morris’ first book, has already become one of the best selling books of this century. She’s since written the follow-up title Cilka’s Journey and now Stories of Hope, which tells the ‘story behind the story’ of how Lale and Gita’s love story was, at last, shared with the world. In this interview, Heather talks about Lale’s... The post Stories Of Hope | Heather Morris Interview appeared first on Love your library.

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