In My Good Books

Susie Green
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In My Good Books is the podcast for UK readers who love crime fiction, thrillers, and literary fiction. Hosted by Susie Green, each episode features relaxed, in-depth conversations with authors and fellow readers about the stories that stay with us, the books we can’t stop recommending, and the creative process behind the page. Whether you’re looking for your next gripping read or curious about how your favourite authors craft their stories, this podcast is here to inspire, entertain, and help you discover your next great book. New episodes every week, follow to never miss an episode!

  1. 13h ago

    125: Behind the Scenes at the Harrogate Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2026

    Join me behind the Scenes at the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival 2026! This week's episode is something a little different as I take you behind the scenes at the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival in Harrogate, Europe's largest celebration of crime fiction. Over one packed weekend I caught up with eight fantastic authors to chat about their latest books, writing life, festival highlights and what readers can expect next. From bestselling thriller writers to exciting debut novelists, this episode gives you a flavour of one of the friendliest and most exciting weekends in the publishing calendar. 📚 John Marrs – Dead In The Water 📚 Gillian McAllister – Caller Unknown 📚 Dorothy Koomson – The Quiet Girls 📚 Holly Stars – Murder in the Dressing Room 📚 Arvind Ethan David – The Great Game 📚 Adele Parks – Eyes on You 📚 Mark Edwards – One of the Family 📚 Anna Mazzola – Anna Sharpe: Lie for Your Life (coming January 2027) 📝 Enter the Sarita Domingo Prize 📬 Arvind Ethan David's Substack: The Dread and the Envy  🎙️ Dorothy Koomson's podcast: The Dorothy Edit  If you enjoy In My Good Books, I'd really appreciate it if you could follow the podcast, leave a rating or review, and share the episode with a fellow book lover. You can also find me on Instagram:@inmygoodbookspod

  2. 1d ago

    124: Steve Cavanagh | One of Us is Guilty, Eddie Flynn & Legal Thrillers

    Steve Cavanagh joins me to discuss his latest legal thriller, One of Us is Guilty, the tenth novel in his bestselling Eddie Flynn series. In this episode, Steve introduces Eddie Flynn for anyone who is new to the series and explains why every book is written to work equally well for first-time readers and long-standing fans. We talk about why the tenth Eddie Flynn novel felt significant, the characters Steve wanted to revisit, and his decision to spend more time in Eddie’s head. Steve also discusses the structure of One of Us is Guilty, including the challenge of showing the same scene from two different perspectives and allowing the reader to see what each character is thinking and hiding. Buy One Of Us Is Guilty Find Steve on Instagram The Steve Cavanagh Readers Club Books recommended: The Devils by Joe Abercrombie The Firm by John Grisham

  3. 4d ago

    123: Sara Sheridan on The Jewel Keepers | Historical Fiction, Scottish History & Hidden Women

    In this episode I'm joined by award-winning Scottish author Sara Sheridan to discuss her captivating new historical novel, The Jewel Keepers. Known for bringing overlooked stories from Scotland's past to life, Sara takes readers on a thrilling treasure hunt through 1837 Edinburgh, following Araminta Mackenzie Moore as she uncovers family secrets, hidden histories and a mysterious lost Scottish crown. Sara's website Buy The Jewel Keepers Sara also shares three brilliant book recommendations: Water Music by T. C. BoyleDoorways in Drumorty by Lorna MoonThe Pretender by Jo Harkin

  4. 5d ago

    122: Nadine Matheson on The Shadow Carver | Bloody Scotland 2026

    This week I'm joined by bestselling crime writer, former criminal defence lawyer, podcaster and Chair of the Crime Writers' Association, Nadine Matheson. Nadine's Inspector Anjelica Henley series has become one of the standout police procedural series in UK crime fiction, and in this episode we dive into the fourth novel, The Shadow Carver. We discuss why she wanted to explore vigilantism, justice and the moral grey areas that exist between right and wrong, as well as why Henley's flaws are just as important as her strengths. We also chat about creating memorable serial killers without relying on gratuitous violence, building an ensemble cast across four books, and why Nadine begins every novel with a single vivid scene she can see playing out like a film. Away from the series, Nadine shares the story of her route to publication, explains why she avoided writing legal thrillers despite her career in criminal law, and gives an exclusive glimpse into her forthcoming standalone psychological thriller. As part of my Bloody Scotland 2026 series, we also talk about the festival itself, the panels Nadine is looking forward to attending, and what readers can expect when she returns to Stirling. Nadine will be appearing at Bloody Scotland on Saturday 19 September at 4.45pm in In Conversation with Steve Cavanagh. During the episode she also recommends the following festival panels: Twists and Turns featuring Gilly MacMillan, Dorothy Koomson and Claire Douglas. Across the Pond featuring Gavin Bell, Adele Parks and Tariq Ashkanani and chaired by me! If you're heading to Bloody Scotland, I'd highly recommend checking them out. If you enjoy the episode, please follow the podcast, leave a rating or review, and share it with a fellow book lover. It really helps more readers discover the show.

  5. Jul 23

    121: Ellery Lloyd on Time to Burn | Time Travel, Billionaires and the Blitz

    This week I'm joined by bestselling husband-and-wife writing duo Ellery Lloyd (Paul Vlitos and Collette Lyons) to discuss their brilliant new thriller, Time to Burn. Set in a near future where commercial time travel has become a reality, the novel follows documentary filmmaker Phoebe Hunt as she investigates a luxury time travel company after one of its billionaire clients disappears during a trip to the London Blitz. It's an ambitious, twist-filled thriller that explores power, privilege, history and the consequences of changing the past.  During our conversation, we delve into the inspiration behind the novel, including why the Blitz was the perfect setting and how they created a believable set of rules for time travel. We also discuss writing across two timelines without confusing the reader, the influence of modern tech billionaires, and why so many of their novels take glamorous worlds and expose the darker secrets lurking beneath the surface. We finish by chatting about book festivals, what they're working on next, and, of course, their book recommendations. If you love intelligent thrillers, speculative fiction or stories that keep you guessing until the very last page, I think you're going to love this episode.  Books recommended: The Killing Time – Elly GriffithsThe Ending Writes Itself - Evelyn Clarke

  6. Jul 20

    120: Natalie Gregory on Grief, History and Mother, Ghost, Mango Seed | Reading Is Political

    In this episode I'm joined by debut author Natalie Gregory, whose novel was born from personal loss and years of research into one of Thailand's most overlooked historical events: the 1976 Thammasat University Massacre. We discuss how the death of Natalie's own mother inspired the novel, why difficult histories matter, and how family stories can preserve memories that nations sometimes choose to forget. Natalie also talks about growing up between cultures, writing ghosts into the novel as an expression of Thai spirituality, and the eight-year journey to publication after winning the Primadonna Prize. As part of my Reading Is Political series, Natalie also recommends five brilliant books exploring history, empire, race, class and political memory, before sharing the comfort reads she always returns to. Natalie's Instagram Buy Mother, Ghost, Mango Seed Natalie's book recommendations Moments of Silence: The Unforgetting of the October 6, 1976, Massacre in Bangkok — Thongchai Winichakul Empireland — Sathnam Sanghera Girl, Woman, Other — Bernardine Evaristo Minority Rule — Ash Sarkar Shuggie Bain — Douglas Stuart Agatha Christie Jane Austen His Dark Materials — Philip Pullman

    120: Natalie Gregory on Grief, History and Mother, Ghost, Mango Seed | Reading Is Political

  7. Jul 19

    119: Frances Crawford – A Bad, Bad Place | Bloody Scotland 2026

    Frances Crawford joins me for this special Bloody Scotland 2026 episode to discuss her acclaimed debut novel, A Bad, Bad Place. Set in Possilpark, Glasgow in 1979, A Bad, Bad Place is a gripping crime novel that asks a fascinating question: what happens to the person who discovers the body? Rather than following the detectives, Frances focuses on twelve-year-old Janey, whose life is transformed after she stumbles across the victim, and the ripple effect that violent crime has on an entire community. Frances will be appearing at Bloody Scotland 2026 on:Debut Prize Panel – Friday 18 September at 3:00pmGory Glesga – Sunday 20 September at 1:30pm She also recommends checking out:Desert Island Crooks featuring Louise Welsh, M.W. Craven and Kirsten Perrin, and the ever-popular Pitch Perfect event for aspiring crime writers.

  8. Jul 16

    118: Amman Brar – Mr Siddhu's Post Office | Family, Community & the Horizon Scandal

    This week I'm joined by playwright, theatre maker and debut novelist Amman Brar to discuss his wonderful new novel Mr Siddhu's Post Office. Inspired by his own experiences growing up around his father's post office, the novel is a moving story about family, community, love and second chances, set against the backdrop of the Horizon Post Office scandal. While the miscarriage of justice forms an important part of the novel, this is ultimately a deeply human story about belonging, responsibility and finding happiness later in life. Amman Brar Instagam Buy Mr Siddhu's Post Office Books recommended in this episode Jamaica Road by Lisa Smith Where the Serpent Lives by Daniel Muinuddin If you enjoy the episode, I'd really appreciate it if you could follow the podcast, leave a rating or review, and share it with a fellow book lover.

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In My Good Books is the podcast for UK readers who love crime fiction, thrillers, and literary fiction. Hosted by Susie Green, each episode features relaxed, in-depth conversations with authors and fellow readers about the stories that stay with us, the books we can’t stop recommending, and the creative process behind the page. Whether you’re looking for your next gripping read or curious about how your favourite authors craft their stories, this podcast is here to inspire, entertain, and help you discover your next great book. New episodes every week, follow to never miss an episode!

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  • Creator
    Susie Green
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    126
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Susie Green
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    In My Good Books