The Queen's Reading Room Podcast

Episode Seven: Bernardine Evaristo Oct 23, 2024

Welcome back to the season finale of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week we meet the brilliant Bernadine Evaristo, Booker Prize winner, author of ten novels including 'Mr Loverman' and academic.

In this electrifying episode, Bernadine walks us through her early literary influences and recounts the novels which first allowed her to dream of worlds other than her own.

This is an episode you won't want to miss...so sit back, relax, and discover the joy of literature with The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

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Episode six: Louise Kennedy Sep 23, 2024

Welcome back to episode six of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. In this episode, we sit down with one of today's most prolific contemporary writers - it is, of course, author of 'Trespasses' and 'The End of The World Is A Cul de sac', Sligo's own Louise Kennedy.

Join us as we tour Louise's very own personal reading room, where she reveals first book she ever bought with her own money. We'll also hear also about the stories which inspired her illustrious literary career, which also includes a collection of short-stories.

This is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Episode five: Min Jin Lee Sep 15, 2024

Welcome back to The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week we are joined by an author and essayist whose critically acclaimed novel Pachinko was included in the list of "100 Best Books of the Century” in The New York Times Book Review and The Times...it is of course, the extraordinary Min Jin Lee.

In this insightful episode, Min walks us through her own personal journey with books which started after her move to America as a child. This is one episode that is sure to inspire and delight, so sit back, relax and discover the joy of reading with Min Jin Lee & The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.

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Episode Four: Kate Atkinson Sep 09, 2024

Welcome to Season three, episode four of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week, we are joined by author of the brilliant Jackson Brodie series as well as the critically acclaimed Life After Life - it's Kate Atkinson!

Which novels which have inspired Kate throughout her life and career - and which books have stayed with her? If you've ever wondered what a best-selling author reads, then you're in for a treat...come with us as we journey through the reading room of the brilliant Kate Atkinson and discover the joy of reading withThe Queen's Reading Room podcast.

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Episode Three: Malorie Blackman Sep 02, 2024

Dive right into Season 3, Episode 3 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast in which we are delighted to be joined by best-sellingauthor Malorie Blackman.

Malorie is perhaps best known for Noughts & Crosses, a dystopian young adult series which has also been adapted for TV - but did you know that she is also the author of over 70 books, including novels and short stories, alongside TV scripts, a stage play and the memoir Just Sayin': My Life In Words - andshe is also the first author of Children's and Young Adult books to win the PEN Pinter Prize in 2022.

In this fascinating episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast, we'll hear all about Malorie's unusual journey into writing before hearing all about the books which inspired and also surprised her along the way.

This is an episode you wont want to miss...

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Episode 2: Dermot O'Leary Aug 27, 2024

Welcome back to season three of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast - the podcast on a mission to uncover the books that have inspired today's greatest writers.

This week, join us as we step into the personal reading room of Dermot O'Leary - the much loved TV presenter and best-selling children's author of the hugely popular series 'Toto The Ninja Cat', which has been translated into 16 different languages. In this episode, Dermot takes us on a whistle-stop tour of the novels which shaped his life and inspired his creativity. This is an episode not to be missed!

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Episode One: Marian Keyes Aug 19, 2024

Welcome back to Season three of The Queen's Reading Room podcast. This week, we are joined by one of Ireland's most successful authors...Marian Keyes.

The multi-million copy, internationally bestselling author of Rachel’s Holiday, Anybody Out There and Grown Ups – has millions of fans around the world. Join us as we delve into Marian's own personal collection of literary treasures and hear about the books which influenced the course of her life and career. This is an episode you won't want to miss.

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Episode nine: Richard E Grant (Bonus episode) Jul 28, 2024

Welcome back to the season two of The Queen's Reading Room podcast. This week,we are joined by the one and only Richard E. Grant.

Grant has been a much-loved actor and household name ever since his breakout role as Withnail in the 1987 cult classic Withnail and I. His performances across the decades have garnered international recognition and have brought him a string of Academy Awards, Golden Globe and BAFTA nominations.

On this very special bonus episode of The Queen’s Reading Room Podcast, Richard invites us inside his own reading room and shares with us some of the authors and novels which have inspired and shaped his life and career.

This is one episode you won't want to miss...so sit back, relax and discover the joy of reading with The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.

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Episode Eight: Curtis Sittenfeld Jul 07, 2024

Welcome to season 2, episode eight of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.

This week, we meet the illustrious Curtis Sittenfeld, author of seven New York Times best-selling novels which includes the critically acclaimed 'Prep', 'Man of My Dreams' and 'Romantic Comedy' as well as several collections of short stories. In this brilliant episode, Curtis invites The Queen's Reading Room Podcast into her very own reading room and reveals the authors and books which have influenced her life and work.

So sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in this very special episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.

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Episode seven: Clare Mackintosh Jun 30, 2024

Welcome to episode seven, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.

This week, we meet police officer turned best-selling author Clare Mackintosh, whose debut novel I Let You Go became the fastest-selling title by a new UK crime writer in 2015. In this deeply personal episode, Clare reveals the book which helped her find solace after the passing of her son, and invites us a journey through the books which have influenced her life and career.

So sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in this very special episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.

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Episode Six: Santa Montefiore Jun 23, 2024

Welcome to episode six, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.

Thisweek's episode features the illustrious novelist Santa Montefiore, who has captured hearts and minds globally since publishing her debut novel Meet Me Under the Ombu Tree back in 2001. In this special episode, Santa invites The Queen's Reading Room inside her very own personal reading room where she reveals some of her all-time favourite reads.

The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

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Episode Five: Sir Ben Okri Jun 16, 2024

Welcome to episode five, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. Thisweek's episode features none other than poet, novelist, short story writer, playwright and essayist, the brilliant Sir Ben Okri - fresh off his appearance at The Queen's Reading Room Festival which took place on June 8th at Hampton Court Palace.

What, and who inspires Sir Ben? Prepare to be enlightened as Sir Ben invites the listeners inside his very own reading room, where he reveals his most treasured literary influences.

The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

Discover the joy of reading with The Queens Reading Room podcast, available weekly on all podcast platforms.

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Episode four: Peter James Jun 09, 2024

A very warm welcome to this week's episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast!

This week, we catch up with friend of The Queen's Reading Room, best selling author & creator of the Roy Grace series, the brilliant Peter James. In this very special episode, Peter invites us into his own personal reading room where he recalls the literature which has shaped his life from childhood.

The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

Discover the joy of reading with The Queens Reading Room podcast, available weekly on all podcast platforms.

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Episode three: Kate Mosse Jun 02, 2024

A very warm welcome back to The Queen's Reading Room Podcast! In this episode, we meet the brilliant Kate Moss, celebrated historical novelist, founder of the Women's Prize and friend of The Queen's Reading Room, to hear all about the books she simply couldn't live without.

The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

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Episode two: Mel Giedroyc May 26, 2024

A very warm welcome back to episode 2, season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast! In this episode, we meet much loved actor, comedian, television presenter and author Mel Giedroyc. Join us, as we step into Mel's very own reading room to learn all about the books which have inspired her throughout her career.

The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

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Episode One: Neil Gaiman May 19, 2024

A very warm welcome back to season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast!

In this episode, we meet Neil Gaiman: author of fiction and non-fiction, comic books, films, television, poetry and songs. Over the course of his career his stories, full of bewitching characters and endlessly riveting twists and turns, have reached audiences of all ages, turning many young readers into lifelong book lovers.

Neil recently invited The Queen's Reading Room into his very own reading room, to tell us all about the books which inspire him to write and the ones which he turns to over and over again....

The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

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Episode nine: Susie Dent (bonus episode) Mar 18, 2024

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

Coming up in this very special bonus episode:-

Susie Dent is a lexicographer, etymologist and media personality who delights us daily with her appearances on the much-loved Countdown. To say that there is nothing this woman doesn’t know about language would be selling her short. Susie has kindly let The Queen’s Reading Room into her own home, sharing with us her literary loves and bookish secrets.

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Episode eight: Frank Cottrell-Boyce Feb 26, 2024

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

In this episode, we meet screenwriter, novelist and actor Frank Cottrell-Boyce, who is perhaps best known for his children’s fiction. Frank generously opened his door to The Queen’s Reading Room to discuss how books have shaped his life and to admit how he occasionally steals story ideas from the creative minds of his seven children…

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Episode seven: Bonnie Garmus Feb 19, 2024

Welcome to the episode seven of The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

In this episode, Bonnie Garmus talks to The Queen’s Reading Room about her books, her reading habits and the creation of the infamous Elizabeth Zott, whose journey into the world of literature, and consequently our hearts, was anything but straight forward. Bonnie discloses the true story behind Lessons in Chemistry and explains to us what Elizabeth Zott means to her.

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Episode six: Ann Patchett Feb 12, 2024

Welcome to the episode six of The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

Ann Patchett was the winner of the Pen/Faulkner award 2022 and the Orange Prize for Fiction in the same year, and is one of the world’s most loved novelists to boot. She speaks to The Queen’s Reading Room from her home in America, and gives us unique insight into her writing, her life and her home that overflows with books.

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Episode five: David Baddiel Feb 05, 2024

Welcome to the episode five of The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

David Baddiel is a comedian, presenter, screenwriter and author who agreed to talk to The Queen’s Reading Room about his own thoughts on writing and literature. David reveals the books he loved as a child, the authors he admires today and why he feels that writing for children is so worthwhile.

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Episode four: Elif Shafak Jan 29, 2024

Welcome to the episode four of The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

Elif Shafak has long been a friend of The Queen’s Reading Room and so when she agreed to record a podcast episode with us, we knew she wouldn’t disappoint. This remarkable novelist speaks to the unique literary experience of immigrants, as well as the extensive reading that she undertakes in order to create her own masterpieces.

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Episode three: Joseph Coelho Jan 22, 2024

Welcome to the episode three of The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

This week, we step inside the reading room of Joseph Coelho, British poet and popular children’s book author who was elected Children’s Laureate in 2022. Joseph talks to The Queen’s Reading Room about his own literary loves, his writing career and why he feels that it is so important for children to be given the opportunity to hold a book in their hands.

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Episode two: Dame Joanna Lumley Jan 15, 2024

Welcome to the episode two of The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

The Queen's Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

This week, The Queen’s Reading Room was invited into the book-lined home of national treasure Dame Joanna Lumley. Dame Joanna regales us with stories about her own extraordinary book collection, divulges her favourite writers and explains to us why her life would be so different if it weren’t for books.

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Episode One: Sir Ian Rankin Jan 08, 2024

Welcome to the first episode of The Queen's Reading Room podcast.

A place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories.

Joining us in episode one is none other than Rebus Author Sir Ian Rankin who talks to The Queen’s Reading Room from his home in Scotland; telling us about his childhood, his school days and how he gradually fell in love with books. Sir Ian reveals the writer that he would always turn to for solace…and the answer might surprise you! His crime fiction gives pleasure to millions all over the world, but where did the inspiration for it all come from?

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The Queen's Reading Room Podcast - Trailer Dec 15, 2023

Welcome to The Queen's Reading Room podcast. A place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. Who does Sir Ian Rankin read when he is low? Where does David Baddiel stash his fiction and which masterpiece has Ann Patchett given up on again and again? This brand new series delves into the homes and hearts of the authors that we love the most.

Available from 8th January 2024.

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