Podcast
All episodes of the Bookylicious podcast. Happy listening!
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“I am no bird, and no net ensnares me” Jane Eyre (#13)
In this episode we have an interview with Patricia Bracewell, author of the Emma of Normandy historical fiction series ‘Shadow on the Crown’, ‘The Price of Blood’ and ‘The Steel Beneath the Silk’. We discuss all things Anglo-Saxon, Viking and strong women in history! This leads Paul and Gwyn on to a chat about strong female leads in fiction. We also briefly mention the BBC’s Big Jubilee Read, which is an interesting list of 70 books that are representative of each decade since 1952 from across the UK and the Commonwealth. Oh, and not forgetting, you may wish to check out the magnificent Fun Lovin’ Crime Writers!
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Poetry in Motion Part 2 (#12)
A bumper episode full of some wonderful things! Paul and Gwyn chat about books that they are currently reading; there is an interview with poet and writer Peter Read; and Lara is in conversation with Paul, sharing her favourite poems and poets.
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Poetry in Motion Part 1 (#11)
In this first of two episodes, Paul and Holly explore the joys of all things poetic, covering many poets both classic and contemporary. The episode also features an interview with poet and writer Liz Lefroy.
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The Streets of London (#10)
In this episode our theme is London. Paul, Lara, Gwyn and Holly talk about the London-related books they have read, and Paul interviews author Jennifer Kavanagh about her book 'Let Me Take You by the Hand: True Tales from London’s Streets'.
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It’s Christmas! (#9)
Paul and Lara chat about books that they might like to see under the Christmas tree, their favourite Christmas/winter poems and stories, and what books they would like to give to others.
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Through the Looking Glass (#8)
In this episode Paul, Gwyn and Holly celebrate the 150th anniversary of the publication of Alice Through the Looking Glass, and Paul dives down the rabbit hole with Mark Davies - author, guide and Oxford local historian - to discuss aspects of Lewis Carroll and Alice. Also in this episode we muse on the joy of bookshops, with a shout out to the Ladies Who London podcast and their episode on London Bookshops.
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Halloween (#7)
In this episode Gwyn and Paul chat about scary stories and things that go bump in the night: ghosts, witches and exorcists, and even Holst's Planets Suite. As well as some of the books and stories we chatted about we have also done a Spotify playlist to accompany the episode.
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Once Upon a Time in the West (#6)
In this episode Holly, Gwyn and Paul explore the literature of the American West, including an interview with Anna North, author of 'Outlawed'. You can find more about Anna on her website (www.annanorth.net) where you will also find a suggested soundtrack to accompany 'Outlawed' and some excellent further reading. We also discuss a variety of other books in the Western genre.
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Gladstone’s Library (#5)
In this special episode Paul speaks to Peter Francis, Warden and Louisa Yates, Director of Collections and Research at Gladstone's Library in Hawarden. In the interview we discover how Gladstone's Library was originally created and how it has evolved. We also find out what has been going on behind the scenes while the Library has been closed and look forward to the re-opening today 1 September 2021 and the forthcoming Gladfest which takes place online 11-12 September. For more information about this unique and wonderful place visit their website at www.gladstoneslibrary.org
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Is This the Real Life, Or Is This Just Fantasy (#4)
Books in the fantasy genre can represent a diverse range of subjects and ideas. In this episode we explore what fantasy literature might or might not be. Gwyneth interviews Tiffani Angus, author of 'Threading the Labyrinth'.