Book Off!
176 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 12 ratingsA fun, upbeat, accessible show about brilliant books, writing and culture.
Each episode sees two authors go head to head in a war of the words, championing a book they love and think we should all read...but only one can win.
This book podcast features an incredible array of authors from across the globe and some amazing, and sometimes unexpected, book recommendations.
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Episodes
David Mitchell and Jasper Fforde (Off-The-Wall books and too many cooks)
September 23, 2020 15:01 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBNovelist and screenwriter David Mitchell (author not comedian) goes head to head with writer Jasper Fforde in a War Of The Words. David and Jasper discuss their latest books (Utopia Avenue and The Constant Rabbit) with host Joe Haddow, as well as talking about their writing and what they have been reading recently. The Book Off sees Max Porter’s “Grief Is The Thing With Feathers” go up against "How To Keep Your Volkswagen Alive: A Manuel of Step-by-Step Procedures for the Compleat Idiot" b...
Douglas Stuart and Jackie Kay (Most writers are a bit mad)
September 15, 2020 21:51 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBPoet and writer Jackie Kay goes head to head with debut novelist Douglas Stuart in this episode of Book Off! They discuss the importance of understanding our history, how Glasgow fuels and inspires their work and how most writers are a little bit mad. Douglas discusses his Booker Prize shortlisted novel, Shuggie Bain, and Jackie talks about her new play, The Lamplighter as well as recommending some books they have recently read. In the book off, they pit Quentin Crisp (The Naked Civil Serva...
Douglas Stuart and Jackie Kay (Most writers are a bit mad)
September 15, 2020 21:51 - 46 minutes - 64.1 MBPoet and writer Jackie Kay goes head to head with debut novelist Douglas Stuart in this episode of Book Off! They discuss the importance of understanding our history, how Glasgow fuels and inspires their work and how most writers are a little bit mad. Douglas discusses his Booker Prize shortlisted novel, Shuggie Bain, and Jackie talks about her new play, The Lamplighter as well as recommending some books they have recently read. In the book off, they pit Quentin Crisp (The Naked Civil Serva...
John Connolly and Sarah Moss (We think in eras, but we live in moments)
September 08, 2020 23:01 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBJoe Haddow is joined by two fabulous authors, who go head to head in a War Of The Words. In this episode, international-bestselling author John Connolly talks about his latest Charlie Parker novel and academic and author Sarah Moss tells us how her latest novella was inspired by a pretty rubbish holiday. Both authors discuss how they create sense of place in their books, tell us what they've been reading lately and pit Dorothy Wordsworth's "The Grasmere Journals" up against Irmgard Kuen's "...
John Connolly and Sarah Moss (We think in eras, but we live in moments)
September 08, 2020 23:01 - 49 minutes - 67.5 MBJoe Haddow is joined by two fabulous authors, who go head to head in a War Of The Words. In this episode, international-bestselling author John Connolly talks about his latest Charlie Parker novel and academic and author Sarah Moss tells us how her latest novella was inspired by a pretty rubbish holiday. Both authors discuss how they create sense of place in their books, tell us what they've been reading lately and pit Dorothy Wordsworth's "The Grasmere Journals" up against Irmgard Kuen's ...
Richard Osman and Anthony Horowitz (Americans don't understand "going for a slash in the woods")
September 01, 2020 23:01 - 37 minutes - 52 MBFor the first episode of Series 6, Joe Haddow is joined by TV presenter and writer Richard Osman and international bestselling author and screenwriter, Anthony Horowitz. They discuss their love of crime fiction, how the "Britishness" of their books is a big selling point overseas and just how much food needs to be consumed in order to be able to write a novel. As well as discussing Moonflower Murders and The Thursday Murder Club, Richard and Anthony go head to head in the Book Off, pitchin...
Richard Osman and Anthony Horowitz (Americans don't understand "going for a slash in the woods")
September 01, 2020 23:01 - 37 minutes - 52 MBFor the first episode of Series 6, Joe Haddow is joined by TV presenter and writer Richard Osman and international bestselling author and screenwriter, Anthony Horowitz. They discuss their love of crime fiction, how the "Britishness" of their books is a big selling point overseas and just how much food needs to be consumed in order to be able to write a novel. As well as discussing Moonflower Murders and The Thursday Murder Club, Richard and Anthony go head to head in the Book Off, pitching...
Jeffery Deaver and Scott Turow (if you can't find time to write, you'll never be a writer)
May 13, 2020 00:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBIn the final episode of Series, bestselling crime authors Jeff Deaver and Scott Turow go head to head in a war of the words, pitting Graham Greene against Harper Lee in the Book Off! They discuss their latest novels what it takes to be a writer, how they're coping in lockdown and their brief acting careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jeffery Deaver and Scott Turow (if you can't find time to write, you'll never be a writer)
May 13, 2020 00:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBIn the final episode of Series, bestselling crime authors Jeff Deaver and Scott Turow go head to head in a war of the words, pitting Graham Greene against Harper Lee in the Book Off! They discuss their latest novels what it takes to be a writer, how they're coping in lockdown and their brief acting careers. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Joe Abercrombie and Barney Norris (Not everyone likes to be shocked)
May 06, 2020 02:01 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBFantasy author Joe Abercrombie goes head to head with playwright and author Barney Norris, in another classic Book Off! Recorded in 2019 - but published during the 2020 lockdown, the two authors discuss their latest books, their love for Robin Hobb and the fact that not everyone wants to be shocked in books. Host Joe Haddow referees the Book Off which sees George RR Martin go up against Georges Perec in a war of the words. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Joe Abercrombie and Barney Norris (Not everyone likes to be shocked)
May 06, 2020 02:01 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBFantasy author Joe Abercrombie goes head to head with playwright and author Barney Norris, in another classic Book Off! Recorded in 2019 - but published during the 2020 lockdown, the two authors discuss their latest books, their love for Robin Hobb and the fact that not everyone wants to be shocked in books. Host Joe Haddow referees the Book Off which sees George RR Martin go up against Georges Perec in a war of the words. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Holly Bourne and Harriet Walker (I like to challenge men in my books)
April 29, 2020 00:00 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBBestselling YA and adult author, Holly Bourne, goes head to head with the fashion editor of The Times, and debut author Harriet Walker in the latest Book Off! The two writers discuss online dating and what it means for human interaction in 2020, as well as their writing processes and latest novels, "Pretending" and The New Girl". They talk about the need for humour around trauma and the pressures on authors in lockdown. Plus, they each pitch a book they love and think we should all read in...
Holly Bourne and Harriet Walker (I like to challenge men in my books)
April 29, 2020 00:00 - 45 minutes - 63.1 MBBestselling YA and adult author, Holly Bourne, goes head to head with the fashion editor of The Times, and debut author Harriet Walker in the latest Book Off! The two writers discuss online dating and what it means for human interaction in 2020, as well as their writing processes and latest novels, "Pretending" and The New Girl". They talk about the need for humour around trauma and the pressures on authors in lockdown. Plus, they each pitch a book they love and think we should all read in...
Paul Mendez and Naoise Dolan (In these strange times, we need slower reads)
April 15, 2020 07:21 - 43 minutes - 59.1 MBJoe Haddow talks to novelists Naoise Dolan and Paul Mendez about their debut books Exciting Times and Rainbow Milk. They discuss their writing journeys, the diversity of publishing in 2020 and why it might be a good idea to read slower books in lockdown. In the Book Off, Banana Yoshimoto's "Asleep" goes up against Brit Bennet's "The Vanishing Half" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Paul Mendez and Naoise Dolan (In these strange times, we need slower reads)
April 15, 2020 07:21 - 43 minutes - 59.1 MBJoe Haddow talks to novelists Naoise Dolan and Paul Mendez about their debut books Exciting Times and Rainbow Milk. They discuss their writing journeys, the diversity of publishing in 2020 and why it might be a good idea to read slower books in lockdown. In the Book Off, Banana Yoshimoto's "Asleep" goes up against Brit Bennet's "The Vanishing Half" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Maggie O'Farrell and Tayari Jones (We all have our own relationship with Shakespeare)
April 08, 2020 00:00 - 48 minutes - 65.8 MBBestselling author Maggie O'Farrell (The Hand That First Held Mine, Instructions For A Heatwave) goes head to head with New York Times bestseller Tayri Jones (An American Marriage) in the Book Off! They put "Old Filth" by Jane Gardam up against "The Street" by Ann Petry, but which one would you take home?? The authors also talk to Joe Haddow about their love of Shakespeare, the lengths they go to to research their novels and what new projects are on the horizon. Hosted on Acast. See a...
Maggie O'Farrell and Tayari Jones (We all have our own relationship with Shakespeare)
April 08, 2020 00:00 - 48 minutes - 65.8 MBBestselling author Maggie O'Farrell (The Hand That First Held Mine, Instructions For A Heatwave) goes head to head with New York Times bestseller Tayri Jones (An American Marriage) in the Book Off! They put "Old Filth" by Jane Gardam up against "The Street" by Ann Petry, but which one would you take home?? The authors also talk to Joe Haddow about their love of Shakespeare, the lengths they go to to research their novels and what new projects are on the horizon. See acast.com/priva...
Louise Candlish and Mark Edwards (The neighbours from hell)
March 11, 2020 01:00 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MBBestselling crime writers Louise Candlish and Mark Edwards talk about their latest books as well as living with bad neighbours and how certain characters can inspire a whole novel. They go head to head in the Book Off, putting Tom Wolfe's " Am Charlotte Simmons" up against Brett Easton Ellis' "American Psycho" - but who will win!? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Louise Candlish and Mark Edwards (The neighbours from hell)
March 11, 2020 01:00 - 43 minutes - 59.8 MBBestselling crime writers Louise Candlish and Mark Edwards talk about their latest books as well as living with bad neighbours and how certain characters can inspire a whole novel. They go head to head in the Book Off, putting Tom Wolfe's " Am Charlotte Simmons" up against Brett Easton Ellis' "American Psycho" - but who will win!? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Liz Moore and Sadie Jones (To Title or not To Title, that is the question)
March 04, 2020 08:59 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBIn this episode of Book Off, host Joe Haddow is joined by authors and screenwriters Sadie Jones and Liz Moore to talk about their latest novels (The Snakes and Long Bright River) and their writing styles and techniques. The writers also go head to head in the Book Off, putting KM Peyton up against Shirley Jackson. Who would you choose? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Liz Moore and Sadie Jones (To Title or not To Title, that is the question)
March 04, 2020 08:59 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBIn this episode of Book Off, host Joe Haddow is joined by authors and screenwriters Sadie Jones and Liz Moore to talk about their latest novels (The Snakes and Long Bright River) and their writing styles and techniques. The writers also go head to head in the Book Off, putting KM Peyton up against Shirley Jackson. Who would you choose? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Elizabeth Macneal and Stephen Chbosky (I got $20M to make a book advert)
February 25, 2020 23:18 - 34 minutes - 48 MBBestselling author and screenwriter, Stephen Chbosky (The Perks Of Being A Wallflower) goes head to head with author and ceramicist Elizabeth Macneal (The Doll Factory) in the Book Off! They discuss their writing and books with host Joe Haddow, as well as putting the novels "Perfume" and "Wonder" up against each other. But who will win... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Abi Dare and Jeanine Cummins (Could you be, the most beautiful covers in the world!?)
February 12, 2020 02:00 - 35 minutes - 48.3 MBAuthors Abi Dare and Jeanine Cummins talk about their latest novels "The Girl With The Louding Voice" and "American Dirt" and the excitement of finally sharing them with the world. They go head to head in the Book Off, pitting "Valentine" by Elizabeth Wetmore against Khaled Hosseini's "A Thousand Splendid Suns" and talk to Joe Haddow about the reasons behind their stories and what made them want to write them. *recorded at the end of 2019 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...
Casey Cep and Chris Power (Harper Lee lived with Hall & Oates
February 05, 2020 02:00 - 50 minutes - 68.6 MBNew Yorker writer and Baille Gifford Prize shortlistee, Casey Cep, goes head to head with short story writer, author and Guardian columnist Chris Power. They talk to host Joe Haddow about the great Harper Lee, the importance of short stories and if it's ever possible to win the caption competition in The New Yorker magazine. And in the Book Off, Alvaro Enrigue's "Sudden Death" is put up against Marilynne Robinson's debut novel, "Housekeeping" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Candice Carty-Williams and Katy Brand (Grab your trumpet, you've pulled)
October 30, 2019 05:00 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MBComedian and author Katy Brand goes head to head in the Book Off with author and screenwriter Candice Carty-Williams. They talk to host Joe Haddow about Dirty Dancing, playing the trumpet and taking characters from the page to the screen. There are also many laughs along the way... Sue Townsend's "The Diary Of Adrian Mole Aged 13/3" is put against "Angus Thongs And Full-Frontal Snogging" by Louise Rennison in the Book Off, but who will win? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-o...
Candice Carty-Williams and Katy Brand (Grab your trumpet, you've pulled)
October 30, 2019 05:00 - 45 minutes - 62.9 MBComedian and author Katy Brand goes head to head in the Book Off with author and screenwriter Candice Carty-Williams. They talk to host Joe Haddow about Dirty Dancing, playing the trumpet and taking characters from the page to the screen. There are also many laughs along the way... Sue Townsend's "The Diary Of Adrian Mole Aged 13/3" is put against "Angus Thongs And Full-Frontal Snogging" by Louise Rennison in the Book Off, but who will win? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mor...
Brett Anderson and Lemn Sissay (Person V Persona)
October 16, 2019 02:00 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBSinger, Songwriter and author Brett Anderson goes head to head in the Book Off with award winning poet and author Lemn Sissay. The Suede front man talks about his new memoir and how the music press of the 1990s effected him, as well as reflecting on how writing has helped knowing himself better. And the official poet of the 2012 Olympics discusses his new memoir, telling the story of growing up in foster care and not finding out his real name until he was 17. Hosted on Acast. See acast...
Brett Anderson and Lemn Sissay (Person V Persona)
October 16, 2019 02:00 - 42 minutes - 58.8 MBSinger, Songwriter and author Brett Anderson goes head to head in the Book Off with award winning poet and author Lemn Sissay. The Suede front man talks about his new memoir and how the music press of the 1990s effected him, as well as reflecting on how writing has helped knowing himself better. And the official poet of the 2012 Olympics discusses his new memoir, telling the story of growing up in foster care and not finding out his real name until he was 17. See acast.com/privacy f...
Adele Parks and Lucy Foley (Don't steal the horn!)
October 09, 2019 00:00 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MBBestselling author and Costa Book Awards judge Adele Parks goes head to head with journalist, author and former editor Lucy Foley in the Book Off! They talk about their writing techniques, their latest books "Lies Lies Lies" and "The Hunting Party" and put Zoe Heller's "Notes On A Scandal" up against "The Lady Vanishes" by Ethel Lina White! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Adele Parks and Lucy Foley (Don't steal the horn!)
October 09, 2019 00:00 - 39 minutes - 53.7 MBBestselling author and Costa Book Awards judge Adele Parks goes head to head with journalist, author and former editor Lucy Foley in the Book Off! They talk about their writing techniques, their latest books "Lies Lies Lies" and "The Hunting Party" and put Zoe Heller's "Notes On A Scandal" up against "The Lady Vanishes" by Ethel Lina White! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lisa Jewell and Catherine Steadman (I only know what I'm writing when I'm writing it)
October 02, 2019 00:00 - 39 minutes - 54.1 MBBestselling author Lisa Jewell (Ralph's Party) goes head to head with Downton Abbey actor Catherine Steadman in the Book Off. They talk to host Joe Haddow about sharing their work with their partners, the bReece Witherspoon and why a house can be such a scary character ina book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Daisy Johnson and Kiran Milwood Hargrave (The best sex I've ever read)
September 25, 2019 00:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBAuthors Daisy Johnson (Fen, Everything Under) and Kiran Milwood Hargrave (The Girl Of Ink and Stars, The Deathless Girls) join Joe Haddow for the first Book Off! of Series four. They talk about being on the other side of a book prize (as judges) their love well-written sex and just how much they trust each others' advice. In the first Book Off of Series 4, we see Jeanette Winterson's "Frankisstein" be put up against Leanora Carrington's "The Hearing Trumpet" - but who will take the crown? ...
Daisy Johnson and Kiran Milwood Hargrave (The best sex I've ever read)
September 25, 2019 00:00 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBAuthors Daisy Johnson (Fen, Everything Under) and Kiran Milwood Hargrave (The Girl Of Ink and Stars, The Deathless Girls) join Joe Haddow for the first Book Off! of Series four. They talk about being on the other side of a book prize (as judges) their love well-written sex and just how much they trust each others' advice. In the first Book Off of Series 4, we see Jeanette Winterson's "Frankisstein" be put up against Leanora Carrington's "The Hearing Trumpet" - but who will take the crown? ...
Jim Bob and Luke Haines (It's better out than in)
May 01, 2019 04:00 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBCarter USM go head to head with The Auters in this episode of Book Off! Joe Haddow is joined by Jim Bob and Luke Haines who go head to head in a war of the words - putting Kinski's autobiography up against Dave Eggers. But who will win? Why they love and hate writing in equal measure, the longevity of projects, the craziness of the 90s and how their music has changed with age. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Jim Bob and Luke Haines (It's better out than in)
May 01, 2019 04:00 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBCarter USM go head to head with The Auters in this episode of Book Off! Joe Haddow is joined by Jim Bob and Luke Haines who go head to head in a war of the words - putting Kinski's autobiography up against Dave Eggers. But who will win? Why they love and hate writing in equal measure, the longevity of projects, the craziness of the 90s and how their music has changed with age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dorothy Koomson and Amanda Prowse (Leather Pyjamas at the ready!)
April 17, 2019 10:01 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBDorothy Koomson and Amanda Prowse discuss World Book Night, eavesdropping and how the simplest of stories can spark a whole novel. They also go head to head in the Book Off, putting Malroie Blackman's "Noughts And Crosses" against "Lemony Snicket" by Daniel Handler. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dorothy Koomson and Amanda Prowse (Leather Pyjamas at the ready!)
April 17, 2019 10:01 - 36 minutes - 50.1 MBDorothy Koomson and Amanda Prowse discuss World Book Night, eavesdropping and how the simplest of stories can spark a whole novel. They also go head to head in the Book Off, putting Malroie Blackman's "Noughts And Crosses" against "Lemony Snicket" by Daniel Handler. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tony Parsons and Charlotte Philby (We caned it quite hard in the 70s)
April 10, 2019 14:14 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBBestselling author and former music journalist Tony Parsons goes head to head with journalist and writer Charlotte Philby in a War of the Words. They discuss their love of short stories, espionage and how life events are the best way to get ideas. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Tony Parsons and Charlotte Philby (We caned it quite hard in the 70s)
April 10, 2019 14:14 - 46 minutes - 63.9 MBBestselling author and former music journalist Tony Parsons goes head to head with journalist and writer Charlotte Philby in a War of the Words. They discuss their love of short stories, espionage and how life events are the best way to get ideas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Taylor Jenkins Reid and Damian Barr (Sorry for giving you the horn)
April 03, 2019 04:00 - 35 minutes - 49.1 MBAuthor and essayist Taylor Jenkins Reid goes head to head with columnist, writer and literary event chair Damian Barr in a war of the words - putting The Colour Purple against The Hate U Give. Damian and Taylor discuss their latest novels (You Will Be Safe Here and Daisy Jones & The Six) as well as how they write, the music scene in LA through the 1970s and what writers can learn from readers by just hanging around in book shops. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati...
Ben Aaronovitch and James Swallow (My characters just never shut up!)
March 29, 2019 09:24 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBBen Aaronovitch and James Swallow go head to head in a war of the words, as well as discussing writing for TV, gaming, falling out with your producer and how writing isn't really anything to write home about. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Ben Aaronovitch and James Swallow (My characters just never shut up!)
March 29, 2019 09:24 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBBen Aaronovitch and James Swallow go head to head in a war of the words, as well as discussing writing for TV, gaming, falling out with your producer and how writing isn't really anything to write home about. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Helen Lederer and Shazia Mirza (You can be successful, just don't copy me)
March 29, 2019 09:23 - 34 minutes - 47 MBComedians and authors Helen Lederer and Shazia Mirza go head to head in a war of the words - pitting David Nicholls against Vicktor E Frankel. They also discuss how comedy has changed for women, the differences of writing prose versus stand-up and the Comedy Women In Print Prize. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Helen Lederer and Shazia Mirza (You can be successful, just don't copy me)
March 29, 2019 09:23 - 34 minutes - 47 MBComedians and authors Helen Lederer and Shazia Mirza go head to head in a war of the words - pitting David Nicholls against Vicktor E Frankel. They also discuss how comedy has changed for women, the differences of writing prose versus stand-up and the Comedy Women In Print Prize. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Gregg Hurwitz and Robert Goddard (Bats and Rats)
March 29, 2019 09:22 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBScreenwriter, author and graphic novelist Gregg Hurwitz takes on bestselling crime writer Robert Goddard in a War Of The Words. In this episode, "Ratking" by Michael Dibdin is pit against "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien and the two authors discuss comics, adapting famous characters and how writing books is just an excuse to go on holiday to exotic places. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Gregg Hurwitz and Robert Goddard (Bats and Rats)
March 29, 2019 09:22 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBScreenwriter, author and graphic novelist Gregg Hurwitz takes on bestselling crime writer Robert Goddard in a War Of The Words. In this episode, "Ratking" by Michael Dibdin is pit against "The Things They Carried" by Tim O'Brien and the two authors discuss comics, adapting famous characters and how writing books is just an excuse to go on holiday to exotic places. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Douglas Kennedy and John Lanchester (There are five rules for writing a novel...and nobody knows what they are)
March 07, 2019 19:07 - 46 minutes - 63.8 MBAuthors Douglas Kennedy and John Lanchester put Homer's Odyssey up against Revolutionary Road by Richard Yates, as well as discussing great cinema, how generations have changed emotionally and what our world might look like in 20 years time. Spoiler - it's not good. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tracey Thorn and Hannah Beckerman (Suburbia and Safety)
February 27, 2019 05:00 - 40 minutes - 55 MBSinger, songwriter and author Tracey Thorn goes head to head with journalist and author Hannah Beckerman in the Book Off! putting Donna Tart's "A Secret History" against "The Vanishing Act Of Esme Lennox" by Maggie O'Farrell. They discuss motherhood, growing up in Suburbia and whether re-reading books you love is a good idea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Leila Slimani and Stacey Halls (We are all shocking inside)
February 20, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBAuthor of besting novel "Lullaby" Leila Slimani goes head to head with journalist and debut author Stacey Halls in the brand new series of Book Off! They discuss the state of journalism in the world today, witches, sex addicts and how writing should be shocking and not safe. And put "The Unbearable Lightness Of Being" by Milan Kundera up against Philip Pullman's "The Ruby In The Smoke" See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Leila Slimani and Stacey Halls (We are all shocking inside)
February 20, 2019 07:00 - 35 minutes - 49.2 MBAuthor of besting novel "Lullaby" Leila Slimani goes head to head with journalist and debut author Stacey Halls in the brand new series of Book Off! They discuss the state of journalism in the world today, witches, sex addicts and how writing should be shocking and not safe. And put "The Unbearable Lightness Of Being" by Milan Kundera up against Philip Pullman's "The Ruby In The Smoke" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.