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 | 94 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureBooksHobbiesArts | |||
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Crime writer Chris McDonald joins Confessions of a Book Collector to discuss his new private investigator novel, The Wrong Man, and why readers remember how a book made them feel long after they've forgotten the plot.
Chris shares how a chance conve... more
Bestselling author Sarah Vaughan joins David Headley on Confessions of a Book Collector to discuss power, privilege, politics, morally difficult characters and the emotional truths hidden beneath public lives.
From her years as a political journalis... more
In this episode, David reflects on one of the greatest pleasures of reading: discovering a remarkable book before the rest of the world catches up.
David also shares some of the upcoming and recently published novels he’s most excited about, includi... more
Go behind the scenes of this year’s Capital Crime Festival as David sits down with Festival Director Lizzie Curle to uncover what it really takes to create London’s biggest celebration of crime and thriller fiction.
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Apple Podcasts5spe2893
United States8 months ago - 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
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Apple Podcasts | #175 | United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #75 |  Ireland/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #189 | Ireland/Arts |
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A literature-focused interview show hosted by a leading independent bookseller and publisher expert, featuring conversations with bestselling authors, novelists, and figures from the literary world. Episodes center on writing craft, publishing journeys, book collecting, and the broader culture of reading, with frequent dives into historical fiction, true crime, and adaptations for screen. Notable strengths include deep author insights, a niche bookseller perspective, and a knack for connecting book culture to publishing realities and reader communities. Listeners who love book collecting, literary history, and behind-the-scenes storytelling will likely find the show especially engaging, with a recurring emphasis on debuts, incentives for re... more
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1. Lizzie Curle
2. Hallie Rubenhold
3. Tom Rob Smith
4. David Goodman
5. Jennie Godfrey
6. Lottie Moggach
7. Francis Spufford
8. Harriet Tyce
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