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Bookshelfie: Women’s Prize Podcast

Women’s Prize Podcast/ Bird Lime Media
Judy Blume
Anna Jones
Women's Prize For Fiction
Literature
Half the Yellow Sun
How To Be a Domestic Goddess
Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
A Year Of Magical Thinking
Cookbooks
All About Love
Interior Design
Cooking
Feminism
Mental Illness
Children's Literature
Women's Writing
Baileys
Tanya Reynolds
The Bluest Eye
Mary Webb

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

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South African broadcaster, author, world-champion dancer and star of Strictly, Oti Mabuse tells Vick about her love of spicy romance novels, her rejection of tokenism and why she loves audiobooks.

Oti captured the hearts of the British public on St... more

Award-winning football presenter and broadcaster Kelly Cates talks about finding new opportunities in midlife, her love for the way Marian Keyes captures female conversation and why deep down she is a terrible gossip.

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Bestselling crime writer Karin Slaughter reveals the gruesome storytelling culture she grew up in and why she thinks Wuthering Heights’ Cathy is “kind of a whiny bitch”.

Karin is one of the world’s most well-known and popular crime writers. Since p... more

Engineer, author and broadcaster Roma Agrawal talks to Vick about reclaiming her body after childbirth, centring the knowledge of non-western cultures and why engineering is more creative than you think.

Roma is best known for working on the design... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly Cates
Award-winning football presenter and broadcaster
BBC/Sky/Match of the Day (co-host)
Episode: S9 Ep5: Bookshelfie: Kelly Cates
Karin Slaughter
Crime writer and author of the Will Trent and Georgia Series
Author
Episode: S9 Ep4: Bookshelfie: Karin Slaughter
Roma Agrawal
Engineer, author, broadcaster; judge for Women's Prize for Non-Fiction 2026
Engineer and author
Episode: S9 Ep3: Bookshelfie: Roma Agrawal
Harriet Tyce
Crime writer and television personality
Episode: S9 Ep2: Bookshelfie: Harriet Tyce
Charli Howard
Author, model, entrepreneur and women's rights activist
Episode: S9 Ep1: Bookshelfie: Charli Howard
Rebecca Lucy Taylor
One of the UK's most exciting musical stars, performing as Self-Esteem, known for her empowering songwriting and unique approach to feminism.
Self-Esteem music project
Episode: S8 Ep25: Bookshelfie: Self Esteem
Rachel Parris
Musical comedian, actor, and improviser, known for appearances on Live at the Apollo and Mock the Week.
Episode: S8 Ep24: Bookshelfie: Rachel Parris
Sian Eleri
One of the biggest music tastemakers at Radio One, presenting multiple shows.
BBC Radio One
Episode: S8 Ep21: Bookshelfie: Sian Eleri
Lily King
Award-winning author of six novels
Episode: S8 Ep20: Bookshelfie: Lily King

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 585 ratings
  • A staple podcast for me

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    G-dragosn's girl
    Canada5 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JaneR
    9 months ago
  • I just love it !

    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 !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kotor123
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Gone downhill… ☹️

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SilverMum
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Compliments

    Vick Hope is an extremely good interviewer. Glad she is gracing us for Season 8!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mhcgrad
    United Statesa year ago

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The show is seen as a valuable platform for women's narratives and literary discussion.
Fans value the mix of literature and personal storytelling, with strong reader recommendations.
Some critics feel recent episodes shifted toward lighter interview tones; overall sentiment skewed positive about guest quality and depth.
Listeners praise the host's interviewing warmth and the guests' inspiring book choices.
Listeners appreciate strong female voices and actionable reading lists.

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#26
United Kingdom/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#74
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#42
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Apple Podcasts
#54
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Apple Podcasts
#90
New Zealand/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#104
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S9 Ep1: Bookshelfie: Charli Howard
Q: Why did you pick Sleepovers as one of your bookshelf books?
Charli explains that Sleepovers resonated because it captured childhood experiences with disability, class, and friendship in a way that educated and connected with readers, showing how children's perspectives can illuminate complex social issues.
S8 Ep23: Bookshelfie: Clare Balding
Q: If you had to choose a favorite of the five that you brought today to Bookshelfie, which would it be and why?
I'd probably pick Lessons in Chemistry.
S8 Ep14: Bookshelfie: Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
Q: Why do you think these women in particular are so good at that?
First of all, I think women are good at that. And I think women are able very well to write both men and women.
S8 Ep14: Bookshelfie: Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
Q: What books give you that escape you mentioned?
I love women writers, obviously. Some of my favorites, Deborah Levy, Rachel Kask. But I love reading expansively.
S8 Ep14: Bookshelfie: Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
Q: You're writing at the moment as we speak, Female Nude. How's it all going?
It's done. We're now at the copy-editing stage and we've just sent out a few early bind-ups to people to see whether they like it or not.

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A thoughtful, literature-forward program centered on women's writing, creativity, and personal growth. Guests come from arts, journalism, activism, and entertainment, each sharing five influential books by women and discussing how those works shaped their identities, careers, and worldviews. The conversations tend to blend book recommendations with stories about motherhood, feminism, and leadership, making it a go-to for listeners who want inspiration, diverse perspectives, and strong female narratives. A standout throughline is how books intersect with real-life experiences—artistry, public life, and social impact—delivering warm, insightful conversations with consistently strong guest lineups and practical reading suggestions.

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2. Karin Slaughter
3. Roma Agrawal
4. Harriet Tyce
5. Charli Howard
6. Rebecca Lucy Taylor
7. Rachel Parris
8. Sian Eleri

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