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Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year

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Simon Mayo and Matt Williams invite the world"s finest authors in for a chat.

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20:52

Chris Bookmyre Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/08/27

Former journalist turned author, Chris Brookmyre, joins Simon and Matt for a spot of Q&A.They ask him about the last book he really really enjoyed, whether there's a book or plot her wished he'd written, and who he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

42:45

Chris Brookmyre

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/08/21

Chris Brookmyre joins Simon and Matt to chat about his latest novel.You may have heard Mark Billingham on one of our previous Q&A episodes rave about The Cracked Mirror? Well, he did such a good job - we read it, and loved it too! So we had to have Chris on! The idea for the book came from a discussion with his Editor, who was looking for a meta crime novel. Chris has never been one to shy away from a challenge, and loves to mix up genres, so he came up with an elevator pitch "What would happen if

20:46

Chris Whitaker Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/08/14

Chris Whitaker joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams for the Q&A episode.He discusses the last book he really REALLy enjoyed reading, his writing routine and who he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party. Also, in an exclusive, he reveals us what his next book is about and what we can expect! Author of The List Of Suspicious Things, Jennie Godfrey, surprises Chris with a question - and - we find out what profession he might have chosen, if he hadn't become an author. *if you missed our chat with Chris

44:47

Chris Whitaker

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/08/07

Novelist Chris Whitaker joins Simon and Matt for a chat about his new book, All The Colours Of The Dark.Chris worked in the City for many years as a trader, before quitting to write. He talks openly about a traumatic incident which turned him on to writing, as well as how long it takes him to write each novel. (if you're thinking about writing, don't let this put you off!) We also learn about how he creates his characters, and the importance of dialogue to his writing and plotting. More about the

19:30

David Baddiel Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/07/30

Comedian and writer David Baddiel shares some of his writing processes and reading traits that he is not a fan of.He also tells us the book he has really enjoyed reading recently and who we would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

45:21

David Baddiel

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/07/25

David Baddiel joins Simon and Matt for a chat about his new non-fiction book, 'My Family: The Memoir'He discusses his relationship with his mum and dad, some of the hilarious anecdotes from his childhood that appear in the book and the love that he has for both his parents, despite their quirks and faults. His family life growing up was complicated, and David doesn't shy away from telling the home truths of his upbringing. Simon and Matt also discuss David's brilliant new podcast, "A Muslim And A

23:56

Mark Billingham Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/07/19

Mark Billingham joins Simon and Matt in the studio to chat about some of his favourite authors, writing processes and research.We surprise him with a question from fellow author and fan, Abir Mukherjee, and also find out which authors he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

35:46

Mark Billingham

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/07/09

Mark Billingham joins Simon and Matt in the studio for a chat about his new character, Detective Miller. They discuss the fine line between comedy and crime, why Mark chose Blackpool as the setting for his new series and why you should always come back to an idea. We also try to find out what advice he gave Richard Osman, before he became an author... Here's more on 'The Wrong Hands': This is one case Miller won't want to open . . . Unconventional Detective Declan Miller has a problem. Still

17:07

Andrew O'Hagan Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/06/18

Bestselling novelist and journalist, Andrew O'Hagan, tells us about the last book he REALLY enjoyed reading, as well as revealing some insights into his writing processes.He also answers a question from our special guest, Monica Ali, and reveals who he would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

42:18

Andrew O'Hagan

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/06/12

Bestselling author and journalist, Andrew O'Hagan, joins Simon and Matt to discuss his latest novel, Calendonian Road. They talk about the inspiration behind the book, the ever-changing landscape of British politics and pandemics and why it took a decade to write. Andrew also gives us an insight into the creation of some of his characters, and tells us a great story about his time aboard a luxury yacht! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18:30

Abir Mukherjee Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/06/04

Bestselling crime writer, Abir Mukherjee, discusses his favourite authors, books, and tells us about his writing processes.He talks about working to deadlines (or not), how he orders his bookshelves and who he would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

41:13

Abir Mukherjee

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/05/29

Crime writer Abir Mukherjee joins Simon and Matt to discuss his new novel, Hunted.Abir is known for his Wyndham and Banerjee series, set in 1920s India, however this book is his first stand alone. They chat about the importance of writing something contemporary, the issues that he wanted to tackle and why it has taken so long to finish. Here's a little more on Hunted: IN A RACE AGAINST TIME, WHAT IF THE GREATEST THREAT WAS YOUR OWN CHILD? It’s a week before the presidential elections when a bomb

19:28

David Nicholls Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/05/22

Bestselling author and screenwriter, David Nicholls, chats to Simon and Matt about his writing processes, what he's reading at the moment and some of his favourite authors.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

40:21

David Nicholls

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/05/16

A new David Nicholls books is always an exciting event, and his new novel, You Are Here, does not disappoint. He joins Simon and Matt for a chat about the writing process, creating his characters, the latest adaptation of One Day and how he came to the music choices in this new novel. They also discuss the influence and importance of the pandemic on stories, and how we will be talking (and writing) about it for many years to come. Here's some more info on the book: Marnie is stuck. Stuck working

22:26

Tom Burgis Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/04/23

Journalist and author Tom Burgis joins Simon and Matt for our bonus Q&A episode.He talks about the authors he admires, the stories and scandals he wishes he had discovered, and who he would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

42:23

Tom Burgis

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/04/16

Investigative journalist, Tom Burgis, joins Simon and Matt to discuss his fascinating new book 'Cuckooland: Where The Rich Own The Truth'They discuss the dangers involved in his job, what goes in to researching such incredible stories and why he continues to do it. Here's more info on the book: Everywhere, the powerful are making a renewed claim to the greatest prize of all: to own the truth. The power to choose what you want reality to be and impose that reality on the world. For three years, Tom

20:55

Erin Kelly Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/04/10

Bestselling author and journalist, Erin Kelly, joins Simon and Matt to answer some Questions about her writing and reading habits.She also tells us about the last book she really really enjoyed, who she'd invite to her fantasy dinner party - and answers a question from fellow author, Jane Casey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

38:49

Erin Kelly

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/04/03

Journalist and author Erin Kelly joins Simon and Matt for a chat about her new novel - a follow on from her debut novel, but also a stand alone! Erin discusses her characters, plotting and how Frasier helps her write scenes. They also chat about the email she received from Stephen King, praising her book, and why she has returned to these characters so many years later. About the book: In the sweltering summer of 1997, straight-laced, straight-A student Karen met Biba - a bohemian and impossibly

20:30

John O'Farrell Q&A

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/03/27

Who would John O'Farrell invite to his fantasy dinner party? Does he work best to deadlines? Which author always makes him laugh? Find out the answers to these questions, and many more, on this Q&A episode of Books Of The Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

42:08

John O'Farrell

Simon Mayo"s Books Of The Year ·

2024/03/20

Simon and Matt are joined by screenwriter and author John O'Farrell to talk about his latest novel, Family Politics.They discuss...politics...believe it or not, as well as the humour that can be found in all political parties, Question Time, Mrs Doubtfire the musical and what doesn't always translate from the UK to the US (and vice versa). You could say it's a cornucopia of an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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