18 episodes

The Queen’s Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. Who does Sir Ian Rankin read when he is low? Where does David Baddiel stash his fiction and which masterpiece has Ann Patchett given up on again and again? This brand new series delves into the homes and hearts of the authors that we love the most.
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The Queen’s Reading Room podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. Who does Sir Ian Rankin read when he is low? Where does David Baddiel stash his fiction and which masterpiece has Ann Patchett given up on again and again? This brand new series delves into the homes and hearts of the authors that we love the most.
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    Episode Eight: Curtis Sittenfeld

    Episode Eight: Curtis Sittenfeld

    Welcome to season 2, episode eight of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. 
    This week, we meet the illustrious Curtis Sittenfeld, author of seven New York Times best-selling novels which includes the critically acclaimed 'Prep', 'Man of My Dreams' and 'Romantic Comedy' as well as several collections of short stories. In this brilliant episode, Curtis invites The Queen's Reading Room Podcast into her very own reading room and reveals the authors and books which have influenced her life and work.
    So sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in this very special episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.


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    • 16 min
    Episode seven: Clare Mackintosh

    Episode seven: Clare Mackintosh

    Welcome to episode seven, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. 
    This week, we meet police officer turned best-selling author Clare Mackintosh, whose debut novel I Let You Go became the fastest-selling title by a new UK crime writer in 2015. In this deeply personal episode, Clare reveals the book which helped her find solace after the passing of her son, and invites us a journey through the books which have influenced her life and career.
    So sit back, relax, and immerse yourself in this very special episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast.


    Discover the joy of reading with The Queens Reading Room podcast, available weekly on all podcast platforms.


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    • 18 min
    Episode Six: Santa Montefiore

    Episode Six: Santa Montefiore

    Welcome to episode six, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. 
    This week's episode features the illustrious novelist Santa Montefiore, who has captured hearts and minds globally since publishing her debut novel Meet Me Under the Ombu Tree back in 2001. In this special episode, Santa invites The Queen's Reading Room inside her very own personal reading room where she reveals some of her all-time favourite reads.
    The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. 
    Discover the joy of reading with The Queens Reading Room podcast, available weekly on all podcast platforms.

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    • 19 min
    Episode Five: Sir Ben Okri

    Episode Five: Sir Ben Okri

    Welcome to episode five, Season 2 of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast. This week's episode features none other than poet, novelist, short story writer, playwright and essayist, the brilliant Sir Ben Okri - fresh off his appearance at The Queen's Reading Room Festival which took place on June 8th at Hampton Court Palace.
    What, and who inspires Sir Ben? Prepare to be enlightened as Sir Ben invites the listeners inside his very own reading room, where he reveals his most treasured literary influences.
    The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. 
    Discover the joy of reading with The Queens Reading Room podcast, available weekly on all podcast platforms.


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    • 17 min
    Episode four: Peter James

    Episode four: Peter James

    A very warm welcome to this week's episode of The Queen's Reading Room Podcast!
    This week, we catch up with friend of The Queen's Reading Room, best selling author & creator of the Roy Grace series, the brilliant Peter James. In this very special episode, Peter invites us into his own personal reading room where he recalls the literature which has shaped his life from childhood.
    The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. 
    Discover the joy of reading with The Queens Reading Room podcast, available weekly on all podcast platforms.

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    • 17 min
    Episode three: Kate Mosse

    Episode three: Kate Mosse

    A very warm welcome back to The Queen's Reading Room Podcast! In this episode, we meet the brilliant Kate Moss, celebrated historical novelist, founder of the Women's Prize and friend of The Queen's Reading Room, to hear all about the books she simply couldn't live without.
    The Queen's Reading Room Podcast is a place for book lovers - and those who wish they loved literature a little more - to be inspired by the bookish confessions of global literary heroes. Authors from all over the world have shared their own literary treasures with us; revealing their favourite writers, most treasured books and earliest reading memories. 
    Discover the joy of reading with The Queens Reading Room podcast, available weekly on all podcast platforms.


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    • 21 min

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