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Dr Vee Kativhu and Susie Riddell

August 03, 2026

Guests discuss books they love. This time: Loving and Giving by Molly Keane, chosen by podcaster and Archers actor Susie Riddell The Girl with the Louding Voice by Abi Daré, chosen by education activist Dr Vee Kativhu The Land in Winter by Andrew Miller, chosen by presenter Harriett GilbertProduced for BBC Audio in Bristol by Sarah Goodman Join us over on Instagram @agoodreadbbc

Lauren Child and David McAlmont

July 27, 2026

A sharing of book recommendations and lively discussion. Harriett Gilbert is joined by children's author Lauren Child and musician David McAlmont to talk about books they love by George Orwell, Elizabeth Strout and Alan Bennett. The books are: Tell Me Everything by Elizabeth Strout, chosen by Lauren Child Burmese Days by George Orwell, chosen by David McAlmont Killing Time by Alan Bennett, chosen by Harriett GilbertProducer for BBC Audio Bristol: Sally Heaven Join us over on Instagram @agoodr...

Cariad Lloyd and Geoff Dyer

July 20, 2026

Writer, actor and comedian Cariad Lloyd and writer Geoff Dyer join Harriett Gilbert for an enthusiastic and robust discussion about favourite books.The books are: The Transit of Venus by Shirley Hazzard, chosen by Geoff Dyer Question 7 by Richard Flanagan, chosen by Harriett Gilbert The Others by Sheena Kalayil, chosen by Cariad LloydProduced for BBC Audio in Bristol by Eliza Lomas Join us over on Instagram @agoodreadbbc

Sarah's Bookshelves Live

Sarah Dickinson | Sarah's Bookshelves

Sarah’s Bookshelves Live is a bi-weekly book show that spotlights what readers are loving across both older favorites and new releases—often with an industry or author-adjacent guest. It’s a strong booking opportunity for publishing, bookselling, and literacy experts who can share recommendations with a personal, concrete angle (what they loved, what they didn’t, and what’s next).

Simon Mayo's Books of the Year

Bauer Media

A recurring books-focused Q&A/show featuring bestselling and highly visible authors in conversation with Simon Mayo and Matt Williams. It’s a strong platform for writers seeking serious, audience-friendly author visibility—especially around craft, inspiration, and standout reads.

Ask Penguin

Penguin Books UK

A literary podcast where Rhianna Dhillon answers urgent reader questions and pairs them with timely, audience-friendly recommendations. It’s particularly strong for booking well-known authors and publishing insiders because episodes combine author branding with broad, emotionally resonant book talk.

World Book Club

BBC World Service

World Book Club brings acclaimed authors on-air to talk about their best-known novels and what inspired the stories. It’s a strong platform for PR outreach to high-profile writers who want literary visibility and thoughtful audience Q&A.

The Book Case

ABC News | Charlie Gibson, Kate Gibson

The Book Case spotlights books beyond readers’ usual genres through author and bookseller interviews hosted by Kate and Charlie Gibson. It’s a strong platform for PR teams looking to reach engaged, mainstream literary audiences—especially around new releases, standout nonfiction, and book industry expertise.