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The Radio 2 Book Club

BBC Radio 2
Literature
Nesting
Human, Animal
Fundamentally
Time Of the Child
The Lion Women Of Tehran
Women's Rights Movement
Farming
World Book Day
Isis
Who Wants To Live Forever?
A Serial Killer's Guide To Marriage
The Coast Road
The Ministry Of Time
Margo's Got Money Troubles
Covid-19 Pandemic
Fahar
This Is Happiness
Iran
Agatha Christie

The Radio 2 Book club celebrates the best in new fiction and recommends great reads. Sara will be interviewing top authors about their latest novels, and she’ll be catching up with librarians and reading groups from across the UK. Whether you’re after a summer blockbuster, a twist-filled thriller, or want to curl up with a heart-warming love story, Sara has you covered!

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Latest Episodes

Comic book artist Jamie Smart joins Sara in the Book Club for a World Book Day special!

The Bunny Vs Monkey creator chats to Sara about his award-winning series, his inspirations, encouraging kids to draw - and - recommends us a couple of great boo... more

Come with Sara Cox on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Royal Library in Windsor Castle. Housing over 45,000 items, this library is a treasure trove for book lovers, with texts dating back hundreds of years.

Our guide is one of the curators, Elizabet... more

Author Charleen Hurtubise joins Sara in the Radio 2 Book Club to chat about her new novel, 'Saoirse'

They talk about her inspirations for the story, the fine line between dishonesty and reinvention, beekeeping and giving her son's cat a cameo in the... more

Barrister turned author, and recent 'Traitors' star - Harriet Tyce - joins Sara for a chat about her new novel.

She talks about stepping out of her comfort zone and writing a male protagonist, her inspirations for the book and if her time in the Tr... more

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Recent Guests

Jamie Smart
Comic artist, author and creator of Bunny Vs Monkey
David Fickling Books (publisher)
Episode: Jamie Smart joins us for World Book Day!
Charleen Hurtubise
A teacher, artist, and debut author
Episode: 'Saoirse' by Charleen Hurtubise
Harriet Tyce
Former barrister turned crime writer and author of Witch Trial
Author
Episode: Harriet Tyce on her new novel 'Witch Trial' (and The Traitors)
Sadeqa Johnson
International bestselling author and writer of historical fiction
Episode: 'The Keeper Of Lost Children' by Sadeqa Johnson
Cressida Cowell
Children's book author and illustrator, former Children's Laureate
Author of How To Train Your Dragon series
Episode: Cressida Cowell on the joy of reading
Shen Tao
Debut author of 'The Poet Empress', an epic fantasy novel
Episode: 'The Poet Empress' by Shen Tao
Jessica Bull
Author of 'The Austen Christmas Murders'
Michael Joseph
Episode: Celebrating Jane Austen
Rachel Parris
Author of 'Introducing Mrs Collins'
Coronet
Episode: Celebrating Jane Austen
Sally Magnusson
Broadcaster, author, and previous Radio 2 Book Club guest
John Murray
Episode: 'The Shapeshifter's Daughter' by Sally Magnusson

Host

Sara Cox
Host with a passion for literature, known for engaging discussions with top authors and exploring literary themes deeply.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Love it!!!

    Really great!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QuartyPant13
    Germany2 months ago
  • Joe Hill

    Excited to hear Joe Hill on the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    d1str0
    United States3 months ago
  • Bury Our Bones In The Midnight Soil by VE Schwab

    Just listened to this episode which i really enjoyed. But the book is NOT already out as stated it comes out on 10th June

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    itsmejanb
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Great pod but…

    I love this pod esp because of Sarah Cox. She’s such a natural ❤️Esp like the listeners’ choices as I always come away with lots of ideas for new books.

    However, have just tried to listen to most recent episode with a NZ author and had to turn it off due to HUGELY irritating music playing in the background for the duration of the interview! Totally unnecessary and utterly distracting. Please stop! Let’s just listen to the guest without annoying layered noise! Thank you. Apart from this, it’s s... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ALBonGGG
    United Kingdom10 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of conversations and insights shared by authors, which enhance their understanding of the literary world.
Some criticisms arise regarding audio quality or background elements in certain episodes, suggesting areas for improvement.
Many express admiration for the host's engaging style and ability to connect with guests, creating a warm atmosphere.

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The Royal Library at Windsor Castle (celebrating 500 Words)
Q: Do you learn from the visitors who come to research the books or from the process of answering inquiries?
Absolutely—it's a two-way process where researching the titles and assisting guests informs how we present and interpret the collection.
The Royal Library at Windsor Castle (celebrating 500 Words)
Q: What's your official role here, Lizzie? What do you do day to day?
I'm a curator responsible for looking after the books, knowing what we have and where they are, and presenting them to the public through research, exhibitions, and online information.
Jamie Smart joins us for World Book Day!
Q: Were Bunny and Monkey created together or did one come first?
Jamie said he created them both at the same time as a concept, aiming for a duo with contrasting traits to spark humor and conflict.
Harriet Tyce on her new novel 'Witch Trial' (and The Traitors)
Q: How was it writing a man?
Tyce shares she focused on maintaining external dialogue to avoid caricaturing male characters.
Harriet Tyce on her new novel 'Witch Trial' (and The Traitors)
Q: Is it quite nice now to be talking about your writing, about your books?
Yes, Tyce feels like she's returning to her identity as a writer after the intense experience of being on The Traitors.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Radio 2 Book Club

What is The Radio 2 Book Club about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on discussions surrounding new fiction and celebrated authors, this podcast features interviews that explore the themes and narratives present in contemporary literature. Each episode often highlights the latest book releases, showcasing a range from thrillers to heartwarming stories, making it a versatile addition to any literature enthusiast's listening list. Notably, there's a strong emphasis on women's perspectives and experiences, which is reflected in many authors' works represented in the episodes. Through engaging conversations, the host fosters a rich literary community by including insights from librarians and reading groups, enriching the discourse around current trends in literature and inspiring listeners to discover ne... more

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Recent guests on The Radio 2 Book Club include:

1. Jamie Smart
2. Charleen Hurtubise
3. Harriet Tyce
4. Sadeqa Johnson
5. Cressida Cowell
6. Shen Tao
7. Jessica Bull
8. Rachel Parris

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