
Little Atoms is a weekly show about books, with authors in conversation. Produced and presented by Neil Denny.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 682 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | FictionSociety & Culture | |||

James Rebanks is a farmer and writer based in the Lake District. His No. 1 bestselling debut, The Shepherd’s Life, was translated into sixteen languages. His second book, English Pastoral, was also a Top Ten bestseller and was named the Sunday Times ... more
Mary Roach is the author of seven best-selling works of nonfiction, including Grunt, Stiff, and, most recently, Fuzz. Her writing has appeared in National Geographic and the New York Times Magazine, among other publications. On this episode of Little... more
Thomas McMullan lives and works in London. His debut novel, The Last Good Man, won the 2021 Betty Trask Prize. His short fiction has been published in Ploughshares, The Dublin Review, Granta, 3:AM Magazine, Lighthouse and Best British Short Stories, ... more
Sarah Perry is the internationally bestselling author of the novels Enlightenment, Melmoth, The Essex Serpent and After Me Comes the Flood, and the non-fiction Essex Girls. She is a winner of the Waterstones Book of the Year Award and the British Boo... more
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This is an excellent podcast. Neil, the presenter is very personable, relates well with all the authors interviewed, which makes each episode a rewarding and a relaxing listen.
Each episode does encourage me to read the book discussed with the most recent one being so good.
Thank you, thank you.
Really inspiring content. Should be on everyone’s top podcast list! So glad I stumbled across this.
What a great podcast series. Loved every single episode 👍
Every episode of LA is worth listening to. There’s always some really interesting insight to take away. Always something to change how you think about the world. Can’t recommend it enough.
This pod is a wonderful case study in group think and the narrowing collective mind of the liberal Left. This pod starts from the presumption that the politics of its listenership are woefully underrepresented and increasingly under siege. Empirically, the exact opposite is in fact the case, but reality can never be allowed to interfere with this grand narrative.
I’ve finally unsubscribed after listening to 5 mins of John Higg’s inane prattling. As the excellent Sam Harris demonstrates, the sec... more
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A weekly exploration of books featuring in-depth conversations with authors, the series emphasizes diverse literary genres and thought-provoking narratives. Listeners can expect discussions that range from contemporary literature to classic themes, often intersecting with social issues, history, and personal experiences. The conversations reveal not only insights into the authors' works but also the broader implications of their narratives on society and culture, making it an engaging space for literature enthusiasts.
What sets this show apart is the intimate conversational style and the range of topics covered, from mental health and identity issues to the evolution of literary genres. This podcast stands out for its insightful approach t... more
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Recent guests on Little Atoms include:
1. Thomas McMullan
2. Sarah Perry
3. Kiran Desai
4. Natalie Haynes
5. Patrick Ryan
6. Miriam Toews
7. Oliver Basciano
8. Mike Jay
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