
The podcast that asks women with lives as inspiring as any fiction, to share the five books by women that have shaped them. Join Vick Hope, multi-award winning TV and BBC Radio 1 presenter, author and journalist, and her inspirational guests as they celebrate the best books written by women, sharing their creativity, voices, and perspectives. The Women’s Prize for Fiction is the biggest celebratio... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 178 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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In this deeply personal conversation, comedian and writer Meera Syal discusses how seeing herself in books helped her make sense of her own experience, the weight of intergenerational trauma and how humour saved her life.
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This is a podcast I relish listening to. The conversations are always wide ranging and full of depth. I also get to hear about books by women I haven’t yet read and long to read. This is a must listen for any serious lover of books and reading.
Love this podcast!
I love writing and love the women’s prize for fiction. I love this podcast and hearing from so many women and their top 5. It has also introduced me to more amazing books !
I used to be such a fan of all things to do with the Women’s Prize for Fiction and that included the podcast, but it’s been dumbed down to such a low level now I’m afraid I’m giving up. What on earth was the most recent episode with Bryony Gordon meant to be about? It was just utter drivel - just her droning on about herself, saying how unsuitable she is to be a judge (she’s right…) and swearing every other word. No educated discussion about her book choices, the word ‘like’ peppering every sin... more
Vick Hope is an extremely good interviewer. Glad she is gracing us for Season 8!
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A thoughtful interview series that centers women and their relationship with literature, asking guests to share five books by women that shaped their lives. Conversations blend personal narratives with broader themes like feminism, motherhood, identity, and career, often tying book picks to real-world experiences, leadership, and social impact. Notable throughlines include mentoring, resilience, and how reading informs creativity, mindset, and public life. The show frequently features high-profile guests from media, writing, entrepreneurship, sport, and the arts, and is often tied to sponsorships from a sponsor associated with a women's literary prize, which subtly reinforces its mission to celebrate women's voices. The format—personal stor... more
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