Confessions of a Book Collector
Goldsboro BooksBook collectors and literary enthusiasts unite in first-of-it’s-kind podcast. Goldsboro Book’s Managing Director and Co-Founder, David Headley an award-winning bookseller and renowned literary agent, explores all aspects of publishing and book collecting, interviewing bestselling and upcoming authors, whilst sharing his own insights on book investing and the most inspiring reads to add to your col... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 70 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsHobbiesLeisure | |||
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In this special episode of Confessions of a Book Collector, David sits down with the brilliant actor and author Richard Armitage, a true bibliophile whose life has always been shaped by story.
We talk about his new novel The Cut, and how childhood ... more
We’re back with our biggest series yet! In this premiere episode, David reveals the remarkable guests lined up for Series 5 and shines a light on three standout novels from this summer, books that have already secured a place on his “best of the year... more
Confessions of a Book Collector returns soon for its fifth (and most thrilling!) series. Tune in for a first look at the legendary authors, collectors, and surprise guests who’ll be sharing their stories.
We close this series of Confessions of a Book Collector with a sparkling conversation with one of Britain’s best-loved storytellers, Adele Parks MBE.
Over the past 25 years, Adele has written 25 novels spanning romance, historical fiction, family dr... more
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- A must listen for any fans of literature!
I shouldn’t really approve of this podcast seen as it is costing me a fortune in purchasing more books for my never ending tbr pile!
David’s ease of interview style and his passion for books is truly wonderful to listen to. His guests always seem at ease and eager to talk about their own book collections and inspirations.
I found this podcast purely by accident even though I follow David on social media
- so no idea how I’ve missed it previously- but am now ferociously devouring past episodes a... more
Apple Podcasts5NorthernGalL79
United Kingdom2 years ago - My new favourite book podcast
If you like books you’ll love this podcast. David is an industry legend and a genuinely wonderful person, his charm and passion really comes across. Wonderful!
Apple Podcasts5JustineSolomonsUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Thoroughly enjoyable treat
Not just another podcast about books, this wee gem offers fresh insights into the little discussed passions of book collectors. As an author and book collector, this ticks all the boxes for me - more please!
Apple Podcasts5whiti-bishopUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Must for modern day book collector
I’ve known of David for a while via social media, so without the awkward question asking, the first episode answered all my questions. I’ve been buying books from Goldsboro for years so it’s great to have this series of podcasts.
Apple Podcasts5Nicholas MeadowsUnited Kingdom4 years ago - Crack for Book Lovers
If you love books—reading, collecting, writing, you’ll devour this podcast. David an owner of the world-famous Goldsboro Books in London, a wonderful bookstore that specialises in signed first editions. To date I have purchased 772 books from Goldsboro (I’m not a seller—all are in my collection) so I was excited to learn more about the person who has so much of my money. He didn’t disappoint—lots of great stories, anecdotes, and interviews with top authors (like this episode’s S.J. Watson). I ca... more
Apple Podcasts5patrickb23
United States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #125 | United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #41 |  Norway/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #143 | Norway/Arts |
Apple Podcasts | #208 |  Belgium/Arts/Books |
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