Take Four Books
BBC Radio 4Presenter James Crawford looks at an author's latest work and delves further into their creative process by learning about the three other texts that have shaped their writing.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 45 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArts | |||
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Apple Podcasts | #25 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
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Apple Podcasts | #83 |  Canada/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #214 | Canada/Arts |
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What is Take Four Books about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Focused on literature and the creative process, episodes feature in-depth conversations with authors about their most recent works as well as the influences that shaped their writing journey. Each episode intricately explores at least three other significant texts that have impacted the guest author's craft, providing listeners with a rich understanding of the interplay between different literary voices and ideas. Ideal for literature enthusiasts, aspiring writers, and those curious about the behind-the-scenes of book writing, the discussions often touch on elements of storytelling, thematic exploration, and personal experiences that inform the authors' works. The podcast stands out for its dedication to not just what authors say but the te... more
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Recent guests on Take Four Books include:
1. Karl Ove Knausgaard
2. Olga Ravn
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5. Philippa Gregory
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