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Little Atoms

Neil Denny
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A Flat Place
Hagstone
The Safekeep
The Coast Road
Landscape
Irish Islands
Ireland
The Unsettled
Orkney
Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Orford Ness
1995 Divorce Referendum
Desire
Sinéad Gleeson
Women's Rights
The Amendments
Lahore
Bristol
Divorce

Little Atoms is a weekly show about books, with authors in conversation. Produced and presented by Neil Denny.

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Francis Spufford is the author of three novels and five works of non-fiction. His debut work of fiction was the historical novel Golden Hill, which won the Costa First Novel Award, the RSL Ondaatje Prize, the Desmond Elliott Prize, and was shortliste... more

James Geary, an adjunct lecturer in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School, is the author of Wit's End: What Wit Is, How It Works, and Why We Need It, Geary's Guide to the World's Great Aphorists and I Is an Other: The Secret Life of Metaphor an... more

Alex Preston is an award-winning author of five novels including This Bleeding City, The Revelations, In Love and War and Winchelsea, as well as a book of non-fiction As Kingfishers Catch Fire. He writes regularly for the New York Times, the Economis... more

Originally from Leicester, Manish Chauhan works as a finance lawyer and currently lives in East London. His short story, "Pieces", was shortlisted for the 2024 BBC National Short Story Award. His work has been shortlisted for the Galley Beggar Short ... more

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Francis Spufford
Author of three novels and five works of nonfiction, including the historical novel Golden Hill.
Author
Episode: Little Atoms 988 - Francis Spufford's Nonesuch
James Geary
Adjunct lecturer in public policy at Harvard Kennedy School and author
Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: Little Atoms 987 - James Geary's The World In A Phrase
Alex Preston
Award-winning author of five novels, including This Bleeding City and A Stranger in Corfu.
Episode: Little Atoms 986 - Alex Preston's A Stranger in Corfu
Manish Chauhan
Author of the debut novel Belgrave Road
Faber
Episode: Little Atoms 985 - Manish Chauhan's Belgrave Road
Grace Murray
Debut author of Blank Canvas
Penguin Random House
Episode: Little Atoms 983 - Grace Murray's Blank Canvas
Daniyal Mueenuddin
Author of 'This Is Where The Serpent Lives'
Bloomsbury Books
Episode: Little Atoms 982 - Daniyal Mueenuddin's This Is Where The Serpent Lives
Sebastian Faulks
A British author known for novels such as Birdsong and Human Traces.
Episode: Little Atoms 981 - Sebastian Faulks' Fires Which Burned Brightly
Jarett Kobek
An internationally best-selling Turkish-American writer living in California
Episode: Little Atoms 980 - Jarett Kobek's Invocation Of My Demon Brother
Miriam Robinson
Head of Strategy at the Booksellers Association and author of And Notre Dame is Burning.
Booksellers Association
Episode: Little Atoms 979 - Miriam Robinson's And Notre Dame is Burning

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Neil Denny
Host and producer, known for engaging discussions with authors and fostering an inviting conversation atmosphere.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 245 ratings
  • So Interesting & Very Rewarding

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PineGroveCharlie
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Inspiring

    Really inspiring content. Should be on everyone’s top podcast list! So glad I stumbled across this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tyupgdtt33
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Wow

    What a great podcast series. Loved every single episode 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    madeintaiwa
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Always interesting

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    iamjamesward
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Staggering on to irrelevance......

    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

    Apple Podcasts
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    New Hickory
    United Kingdom8 years ago

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Several reviews highlight the challenges with audio quality yet praise the insightful content, suggesting a strong commitment to delivering thought-provoking discussions.
Listeners appreciate the engaging and personable nature of the host, often commenting on how the lively discussions inspire them to explore new literary works.
Listeners frequently express their gratitude for the exposure to new authors and ideas, indicating a strong loyalty to the podcast and its mission.
The variety of guests and topics keeps the content fresh and consistently interesting, making it a favorite for those who enjoy deep dives into books.

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Little Atoms 987 - James Geary's The World In A Phrase
Q: What do aphorisms mean to you? When did you first discover the form?
James expresses that aphorisms are words to live by and shares that he discovered the form in Reader's Digest when he was eight, stating that aphorisms help guide his life.
Little Atoms 986 - Alex Preston's A Stranger in Corfu
Q: Just tell us something about the research for this book.
I guess the difference is that with Winchelsea, I knew very little about smuggling in 18th-century Sussex when I began writing it.
Little Atoms 986 - Alex Preston's A Stranger in Corfu
Q: Tell us then, first of all, how you would describe this novel.
I would firstly describe it as a great deal of fun, or at least it felt like a great deal of fun writing it.
Little Atoms 983 - Grace Murray's Blank Canvas
Q: Where did the actual idea for the novel come from?
It started with witnessing a friend lie about where she was from, prompting an exploration of what drives someone to create lies.
Little Atoms 983 - Grace Murray's Blank Canvas
Q: So how did it work then once you'd been accepted onto it?
You paired with an editor for the entirety of the year and discussed the progress of your writing.

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The content focuses primarily on literature, with a strong emphasis on author interviews that explore both the creative process and the themes of their works. Episodes cover a diverse range of topics including personal struggles, historical insights, and contemporary societal issues as seen through the lens of literature. The conversations often reveal the intricate relationship between authors and their subjects, making it a treasure trove for avid readers and those interested in the literary world. There is also a notable commitment to discussing nuanced themes such as grief, identity, and societal change, providing listeners with thought-provoking content that resonates beyond mere book promotion.

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1. Francis Spufford
2. James Geary
3. Alex Preston
4. Manish Chauhan
5. Grace Murray
6. Daniyal Mueenuddin
7. Sebastian Faulks
8. Jarett Kobek

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