Looby's Lullabies
82 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago -Books, books & more books! Highlighting varied reading material which includes some foreign translations, local authors and also less recent material.
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The Russian Doll by Marina Palmer
August 17, 2023 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.62 MBThe Russian Doll by Merina Palmer and Chapter 1 of this part political intrigue thriller, part romance. Makes for an entertaining and fast-paced book set in present day London. Support the show
Wrong Place, Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister
June 29, 2023 12:00 - 4 minutes - 2.85 MBWrong Place, Wrong Time is an ingeniously plotted psychological thriller told in reverse! One of those books which is a real page turner with twists and turns along the way. Addictive, riveting, brilliant! Support the show
The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer
May 17, 2023 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.35 MBThe Invisible Bridge by Jule Orringer is an engrossing, emotional story set in 1937 from a remote Hungarian village to the grand opera houses of Budapest and Paris. It spans many years and is ultimately a vividly written book which will have an profound impact on you. Superb! Support the show
Damascus Station by David McCloskey - Chapter 1 (part)
April 12, 2023 15:00 - 13 minutes - 8.99 MBThis is part of Chapter 1 of Damascus Station.....it's setting the theme for the intrigue and espionage to follow. Support the show
Damascus Station by David McCloskey
March 22, 2023 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.16 MBDamascus Station is a gripping, realistic portrayal of espionage, love, loyalty and betrayal. You won't be able to put it down! Support the show
Continuing with the story of The Lovers in Before the Coffee Gets Cold
March 03, 2023 14:00 - 13 minutes - 8.99 MBA further excerpt from the initial story of The Lovers in Before the Coffee Gets Cold. Now we learn that there are certain intriguing rules before anyone can travel back in time. More to follow..... Support the show
The Lovers - Begining of the first story in Before the Coffee Gets Cold
February 17, 2023 13:00 - 11 minutes - 7.7 MBThis is a section of the first visitor we encounter in Before the Coffee Gets Cold. We are introduced to the couple and how they end up in the cafe called Funiculi Funicula. Support the show
Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Toshikazu Kawaguchi
February 10, 2023 11:00 - 3 minutes - 2.55 MBWhat a delight! Before the Coffee Gets Cold is a quirky novel which balances the sad and the sweet and ask the ultimate question: what would you change if you could travel back in time? Support the show
The Safe House - Chapter 2
February 07, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes - 4.97 MBThe Safe House by Louise Mumford & the second chapter in the book. A taste of things to come..... Support the show
The Jigsaw Man by Nadine Matheson & The Safe House By Louise Mumford
February 03, 2023 12:00 - 13 minutes - 9.18 MBThe Jigsaw Man is a dark, chilling and at the same time, grim thriller about a serial killer on the loose. Naturally there are a few unexpected twists and turns along the way! The Safe House is a compelling, psychological thriller which is hard to put down. A book which is ultimately about the depths of a mother's love and how delusional one can become. Support the show
The Accomplice by Steve Cavanagh & The Ticket Collector from Belarus by Mike Anderson & Neil Hanson
January 28, 2023 12:00 - 7 minutes - 4.98 MBTwo completely different books to introduce to you: The Accomplice by Steve Cavanagh is a gripping, twisty and clever page turner thriller. Hard to put down! The Ticket Collector from Belarus by Mike Anderson & Neil Hanson is a true story of two childhood friends that became the bitterest of enemies following the Nazi invasion in 1941. Hard to believe this was the UK's only war crimes trial in 1999. Support the show
Over My Dead Body by Jeffrey Archer
August 16, 2022 13:00 - 3 minutes - 2.41 MBWhat a great read! Hard to put it down and a real page turner. Jeffrey Archer is most definitely a great storyteller. Loved this book. Support the show
The Devil's Advocate by Steve Cavanagh
June 23, 2022 15:00 - 4 minutes - 2.78 MBThe Devil's Advocate by Steve Cavanagh is a tense, gripping and intelligent novel - you will find it impossible to put down! Support the show
An Excerpt from The Dalai Lama's Cat
April 05, 2022 14:00 - 5 minutes - 4.05 MBThis is a small excerpt from the novel by David Michie when the Dalai Lama has a visit from a nun who has been helping to rehabilitate prisoners. An amusing comparison is made between life in a nunnery or monastery and of life in a prison. Support the show
The Dalai Lama's Cat by David Michie
March 14, 2022 17:00 - 5 minutes - 4.13 MBAn endearing book following a malnourished slum kitten the Dalai Lama rescued and carried back to his beautiful sanctuary. Here she rubs up against Hollywood stars and observes all the comings and goings of life with one of the world's greatest spiritual leaders. Support the show
Time for Tea by Tom Parker Bowles
March 02, 2022 14:00 - 5 minutes - 3.9 MBTime for Tea by food writer and critic, Tom Parker Bowles along with the famous London store, Fortnum & Mason providing recipes to pair with that perfect brew! Support the show
Tea & The British
February 20, 2022 16:00 - 5 minutes - 3.66 MBThis episode provides you with some history behind the popularity of tea drinking in Britain. My next episode will discuss a book related to tea around the world. Support the show
Excerpt from The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho
February 18, 2022 11:00 - 5 minutes - 4.15 MB"No matter what he does, every person on earth plays a central role in the history of the world. And normally he doesn't know it." - Paulo Coelho, The Alchemist Support the show
The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho & Prologue
February 12, 2022 08:00 - 3 minutes - 2.57 MBDreams are made to be followed. Life is meant to be lived. Some Books are meant to be read, loved and passed on. The Alchemist is one of those books. Support the show
This Much is True by Miriam Margolyes
February 01, 2022 16:00 - 5 minutes - 3.82 MBAward winning veteran of the stage and screen, this is Miriam Margolyes incredible life story. Support the show
The Collini Case by Ferdinand von Schirach & Chapter 1
January 24, 2022 16:00 - 5 minutes - 4.03 MBThis is a powerful and engrossing book demonstrating that the devastating consequences of war far outlive the actual fighting. Support the show
Hans Fallada author of Alone in Berlin
January 17, 2022 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MBHere is some information regarding the remarkable background of Hans Fallada, born in 1893 and died in 1947. It's a story of sadness, mental struggles, addiction and eventual success and recognition for his work. Support the show
Alone in Berlin by Hans Fallada
January 11, 2022 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.44 MBBerlin 1940, the city is paralysed by fear. But one man refuses tp be scared. This is a story of resistance, humour and hope. Support the show
The Passenger - background & Preface by Andre Aciman
October 24, 2021 11:00 - 8 minutes - 5.53 MBThis episode is the Preface written by Andre Aciman to The Passenger (Ulrich Alexander Boschwitz), now a Number 1 Bestseller in the U.K. It outlines how the true events unfolded for Otto Silbermann. Support the show
Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feaney
October 20, 2021 10:00 - 2 minutes - 1.98 MBRock Paper Scissors by Alice Feaney. A great read.....chilling, full of suspense and almost impossible to put down! Support the show
The Serial Killer's Wife by Alice Hunter
October 14, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.34 MBThe Serial Killer's Wife with info about Alice Hunter and the first chapter! Great start to the book too..... Support the show
Aged for Murder by Fiona Grace
September 10, 2021 15:00 - 4 minutes - 2.93 MBAged for Murder by Fiona Grace is an entertaining and easy read set in a Tuscan Vineyard. This is a good, light hearted weekend reading novel. Support the show
The Passenger by Ulrich Alexander Boschwitz
July 23, 2021 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.02 MBThe Passenger which was written in 1938 and rediscovered in 2018. The book has to date been translated into 20 languages. Quite a story....within a story..... Support the show
Chatter by Ethan Kross (an introduction)
June 09, 2021 11:00 - 4 minutes - 2.87 MBChatter. The Voice in Our Head and How to Harness It. This is an introduction to the fascinating book about conversations an endless chatter we have with ourselves. Support the show
Miss Benson's Beetle by Rachel Joyce
May 24, 2021 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.44 MBMiss Benson's Beetle by Rachel Joyce is a charming book set in 1950....it's a funny, poignant story about an adventure between two unlikely, eccentric characters from post-war England to the other side of the world in New Caledonia, changing their lives forever. Support the show
Tall Oaks by Chris Whitaker
May 10, 2021 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.1 MBTall Oaks is the debut novel by Chris Whitaker which won him the CWA John Creasy New Blood Dagger Award. It's a great read....dark, amusing, and all the twists you could hope for! Support the show
The Huntress by Kate Quinn
April 20, 2021 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.41 MBThe Huntress, a historical novel by Kate Quinn is gripping book with various time-lines spanning from 1937 through to 1950 where the characters' backgrounds and individual stories are developed. A great read! Support the show
We Begin at the End by Chris Whitaker
April 08, 2021 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.39 MBWe Begin at the End is a superb read. A beautifully written crime story of conflict, tension, humour and tragedy. Compelling and heart-breaking. Support the show
The Arctic Fury by Greer Macallister
April 02, 2021 15:00 - 3 minutes - 2.46 MBThe Arctic Fury is a historical novel, equal parts courtroom drama and the arduous journey a year earlier to the Arctic in search of Lord Franklin's lost expedition. What happened on the ice? What a book!!! Support the show
Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach
March 24, 2021 14:00 - 3 minutes - 2.55 MBThis is a story for people who follow their dreams and make their own rules: a story that has inspired people for decaes Support the show
The Thursday Murder Club - Chapter 1
March 18, 2021 14:00 - 8 minutes - 5.59 MBThe opening chapter of this entertaining book by Richard Osman. This chapter is entitled "Joyce" where Joyce is invited to come to the next meeting ofThursday Murder Club at the retirement home. Support the show
The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
March 08, 2021 16:00 - 4 minutes - 2.87 MBGreat book - fun and entertaining. Captures the English humour and setting in a charming way. Support the show
The Chestnut Man - second chapter!
February 23, 2021 10:00 - 5 minutes - 3.71 MBThis is the second chapter of the Scandi Noir book, The Chestnut Man. It is quite very graphic and horrific.....apologies in advance! The book has an unusual theme and captures the imagination the of reader. Support the show
The Magician's Lie by Greer Macallister
February 15, 2021 12:00 - 4 minutes - 2.82 MBThe Amazing Arden is the most famous female illusionist of her day. This is the captivating and compelling story of murder and magic in the American Midwest in the early 20th century. Support the show
Soren Sveistrup & The Chestnut Man
February 02, 2021 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.26 MBA short background to both the author, Soren Sveistrup and the Nordic Crime novel, The Chestnut Man Support the show
Eight Zen Lessons for an Ichigo Ichie Life
January 19, 2021 17:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MBThis episode highlights eight Zen lessons for an Ichigo Life. If you can embrace these and incorporate them into your own lives, it would be invaluable! Support the show
Ichigo Ichie & The Gates of Shambhala
January 11, 2021 12:00 - 6 minutes - 4.68 MBThis episode looks at the fundamental philosophy of Ichigo Ichie and how we can all use it in order to lead a happier and more fulfilled life. Support the show
Ichigo Ichie for 2021
January 04, 2021 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.35 MBThe Book of Ichigo Ichie, the Art of Making the Most of Every Moment, the Japanese Way, by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles Support the show
Xmas Greetings from Looby to you all!
December 24, 2020 16:00 - 2 minutes - 1.79 MBJust a quick podcast to wish you a Happy and Healthy Christmas wherever you are and to invite you to email me with anything about Looby's Lullabies podcast. Support the show
Perfume by Patrick Suskind
December 09, 2020 14:00 - 3 minutes - 2.54 MBAn overview/summary of Perfume by Patrick Suskind, first published in 1985 Support the show
My Sister, the Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite
November 26, 2020 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.46 MBThis episode is about My Sister, the Serial Killer and a little background of the author, Oyinkan Braithwaite. Support the show
A Little About Dolores Redondo
November 18, 2020 16:00 - 2 minutes - 1.86 MBA little background to Dolores Redondo author of the Baztan Troligy and subsequent books. Support the show
The Invisible Guardian by Dolores Redondo
November 10, 2020 17:00 - 3 minutes - 2.37 MBAnother foreign psychological crime thriller set in Basque country. Gripping and tense! Support the show
The Girl in The Fog by Donato Carrisi
November 02, 2020 16:00 - 2 minutes - 2.03 MBA tense, disconcerting and gripping psychological thriller. You will want to keep reading until the end! Support the show
A few of Literature's Greatest Opening Paragrahs
October 28, 2020 17:00 - 4 minutes - 3.06 MBIn this episode I have taken just a few of literature's greatest opening paragraphs to highlight how the reader may find it impossible not to read further. Support the show