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Books on the Beach

Phil Williams
Lynda La Plante
Harry Bosch
Raymond Chandler
The Quiet Girls
Stilwell
Orkney
Writing Process
New York, United States
Mumbai, India
The Pinnacle
Prime Suspect
The Give Him To Me
Lincoln Lawyer
Children's Literacy
Social Media
Travel and Adventure
Books On the Beach

A brand new Books podcast from broadcaster Phil Williams profiling the Books you'll find on every sunlounger across the Globe. We celebrate the big commercial fiction, non-fiction and children's books by profiling one author each episode. All fully visualised in 4kUHD as well as in audio.

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Latest Episodes

The Bonus Beach Bites Episodes, give you writers’ answers to two very simple questions:

1. Best holiday you’ve ever been on?

2. Best book you’ve ever read on holiday?

Here’s Lynda La Plante’s answers. Her full Ep is available here too, just scroll... more

We end Season 1 with a genuine National Treasure.

Lorraine Kelly has been on British television for over 40 years. Two years ago, she published her debut novel, The Island Swimmer and now she's back with the follow up, The Island Secret.

In this ... more

Chris Brookmyre is the multi-award winning author of 31 books, spanning an incredible thirty year career. He’s back with a follow up to his debut: Quite Ugly One Morning, which is called Quite Ugly One Evening.

In this wide ranging interview we talk... more

The Brilliant Heidi Perks is the Sunday Times Bestselling Author who brought you, Now You See Her.

She’s back with a page turner of a locked room thriller, called It Ends Here, which Phil really loved. In this chat you can hear about Heidi’s beginni... more

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Lorraine Kelly
National television presenter and author
Episode: Lorraine Kelly
Chris Brookmyre
Scottish crime writer with 30-year career and 31 novels; renowned for satirical and thriller fiction
Little Brown (publisher); Monica Ambrose Parry (collaboration with spouse)
Episode: Chris Brookmyre
Heidi Perks
Author of It Ends Here; novelist known for suspense and family drama
Episode: Heidi Perks
Abir Mukherjee
Author of The Pinnacle and Windham and Banerjee series
Episode: Abir Mukherjee
Jamie Smart
Author and illustrator of Bunny vs. Monkey, Looshkin, and Megalomaniacs
Phoenix Comics / freelance author and illustrator
Episode: Jamie Smart
Sarah Vaughan
Best-selling author of psychological thrillers and editor/producer with a background in journalism
Author
Episode: Sarah Vaughan
Michael Connelly
World-renowned crime writer known for the Bosch series and Stillwell/Stilwell novels
Author
Episode: Michael Connelly
Ardal O'Hanlon
Actor and novelist discussing his book and writing process
Author of A Plot to Die For
Episode: Ardal O'Hanlon
Dorothy Koomson
Author of 22 novels, including The Quiet Girls
Author
Episode: Dorothy Koomson

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Phil Williams
Host of Books on the Beach; broadcaster

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Great Listen

    Really liking the insights these authors provide. Particularly enjoyed the discussion with Michael Connelly whose work I discovered after watching Bosch on TV. A brilliant writer! Well done Phil on getting him on the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pageyboy64
    Canada2 months ago
  • Listen and love!

    This podcast is as soothing as reading a book on the beach. Great conversations that make you smile and want to go out and buy the books.

    Phil is a great interviewer and just sounds like he’s enjoying himself, which is not surprising given the calibre of guests🙌🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Shabz147
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Perfect conversations!

    Phil is a brilliant interviewer who is genuinely interested in and delighted by his guests, which makes for conversations that are natural and engaging. Even if you already know and love the authors he talks to, you’ll find out loads more about them and juicy details about their books and writing! I love listening to podcasts whilst running or doing chores and this series makes the runs (or the cleaning!) fly by.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KattyHere
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant Books on the Beach

    Great podcast. Phil is such a great knowledgable host. He appears to be a genuine fan which makes the podcast such a delight.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RsRoysfg
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • AN ABSOLUTE MUST SUBSCRIBE!

    The guests on this podcast are all brilliant, proper ‘A’ listers.. Anthony Horowitz, Dorothy Koomson, Lynda La Plante.. Phil is so engaging and allow the author time for us to get to know them..

    This podcast has inspired me to read more plus the added bonus of being able to watch the interview as well adds a brilliant dimension..

    More please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The BM..
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Lorraine Kelly
Q: How did you approach writing a second book after the success of the first?
The author explains that the second book was harder, requiring more editing and a learning curve from the debut; she emphasizes that you must evolve the story and characters rather than replicate the first book, and that the process involves a lot of restructuring and letting the characters lead.
Chris Brookmyre
Q: How did writing with your wife influence the book and your process?
He describes a structured, collaborative approach where planning beats and sharing chapters keeps voice consistent; medical and historical expertise from his wife informs passages and scenes, while he handles plot mechanics and action, balancing their strengths.
Chris Brookmyre
Q: What motivated you to satirize the culture wars in the new novel?
Brookmyre explains it was a mix of wanting to critique performance outrage online, the need to reflect 30 years on, and to place his protagonist in a pressured situation that exposes both the political theatre and the human emotion behind it.
Jamie Smart
Q: What inspired you to make your comics, and what would you tell Max about starting out?
Smart attributes his inspiration to his shyness, using comics as a storytelling tool to express himself and connect with others, emphasizing the value of doing your own work and following passion.
Jamie Smart
Q: Which of the characters from Bunny vs. Monkey would you say you're the most like and why?
Smart responds that every character is based on bits of his personality, with Bunny being closest to him as a relatable hero seeking a quiet life amid chaos.

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This show profiles popular fiction titles and authors, often focusing on crime, mystery, and literary suspense. Episodes feature intimate conversations with established writers, exploring writing craft, character development, research, and the realities of publishing and adapting books for screen. A recurring strength is drawing out storytelling process—from inspiration and on-location research to pacing, voice, and how authors balance darkness with humanity. Notable is the host's broadcaster background and a likely emphasis on commercially successful books that translate well to readers and audiences alike.

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Recent guests on Books on the Beach include:

1. Lorraine Kelly
2. Chris Brookmyre
3. Heidi Perks
4. Abir Mukherjee
5. Jamie Smart
6. Sarah Vaughan
7. Michael Connelly
8. Ardal O'Hanlon

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