The Penguin Podcast

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The Penguin Podcast

The Penguin Podcast is returning with a brand new series called Ask Penguin. In each episode, we will take you inside Penguin Books to meet some of the incredible authors we publish as well as the people who work here, to get answers to all of your book-related questions. Do you need to find your next page-turning read? Are you curious to find out what a day in the life of an editor is like, or simply why a small, aquatic, flightless bird became the iconic emblem that adorns Penguin books worldwide? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Episode 4: Spooky reads with Daisy Johnson

    1 DAY AGO

    Episode 4: Spooky reads with Daisy Johnson

    Looking for a book that will keep you up at night? If you enjoy that tingling sensation down your spine while reading something on the spookier side then you're in the right place. In this episode, we explore the best horror and ghost stories perfect for Halloween. Alongside filling your book pile with terrifying but page-turning recommendations, we sit down with Booker-shortlisted author, Daisy Johnson to talk about her new collection of ghost stories, The Hotel. For the full list of books plus transcript visit: Episode 4: Scary reads Books and authors mentioned in this episode: The Hotel by Daisy Johnson Heads Will Roll by Josh Winning The Night House by Jo Nesbo The Terror by Dan Simmons All The Devils by Catelyn Wilson The Village Library Demon-Hunting Society by C.M. Waggoner Lois The Witch by Elizabeth Gaskell The Birds by Daphne du Maurier The Woman in Black by Susan Hill Lucy Undying by Kiersten White The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield The Echoes by Evie Wyld Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  2. Episode 3: The Classics with Henry Eliot and Gill Hornby

    OCT 16

    Episode 3: The Classics with Henry Eliot and Gill Hornby

    What makes a book a classic? Who decided which books make it into the canon? And how long would it take to read the entire list? Join our exploration through our Classic bookshelves with author Henry Eliot who answers listener questions with reading recommendations from all eras. Plus, we delve into the world of Jane Austen with Gill Hornby, whose novel Miss Austen is being adapted into a four-part drama by the BBC. Find all of the books mentioned in this episode by visiting Episode 3: Classics Send us a question: penguinpodcast@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk. Website: www.penguin.co.uk/podcast Follow Henry's substack by clicking here Books and authors mentioned in this episode: The Penguin Classics Book by Henry Eliot The Penguin Modern Classics Book by Henry Eliot Miss Austen by Gill Hornby For the full list of recommended reads visit: Episode 3: Classics Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  3. Episode 2: Black History Month with Zeinab Badawi

    OCT 10

    Episode 2: Black History Month with Zeinab Badawi

    Joining us in our book-filled studio is broadcaster and author Zeinab Badawi, who shares her journey chronicling Africa's spectacular history through the voices of African historians, archaeologists, and local storytellers. Plus, we put your reading requests to award-winning author Derek Owusu to top up your reading pile with books by Black authors to celebrate Black History Month.  Send us a question: penguinpodcast@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk. Explore all the books discussed and a transcript by visiting: Episode 2: Black History Month Website: www.penguin.co.uk/podcast Books mentioned in this episode: Noughts and Crosses by Malorie Blackman Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin That Reminds Me by Derek Owusu Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi An African History of Africa by Zainab Badawi The Confessions of Franny Langton by Sara Collins Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson The Lonely Londoners by Sam Selvon Ghana Must Go by Teiye Selassie The Terrible by Yrsa Daley-Ward Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  4. Episode 1: Prize-winning books with Sara Collins

    OCT 8

    Episode 1: Prize-winning books with Sara Collins

    What is it like to judge the world's most prestigious book prize? How do judges manage to read 150 submissions in a matter of months? And how do publishers update the winning book jacket so swiftly?  In the first episode of our new series Ask Penguin, join our new host, Rhianna Dhillon as we delve into the world of literary prizes with this year's Booker Prize judge and award-winning author, Sara Collins. We also answer your Ask Penguin questions with plenty of book recommendations to inspire your next read. If you would like to send us a message or a question, email penguinpodcast@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk. Visit our website for more information about The Penguin Podcast: www.penguin.co.uk/podcast For more information about this episode including a full list of books discussed visit: Episode 1: Prize-winners Books mentioned in this episode: The Confessions of Frannie Langton by Sara Collins The Safe Keep by Yael Van Der Wouden Orbital by Samantha Harvey Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo The God of Small Things by Arundhati Roy Mr Loverman by Bernardine Evaristo The Emperor's Babe by Bernadine Evaristo Gliff by Ali Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  5. Ask Penguin Trailer

    SEP 26

    Ask Penguin Trailer

    The Penguin Podcast is returning with a brand-new series called Ask Penguin. In each episode, we will take you inside Penguin Books to meet some of the incredible authors we publish as well as the people who work here, to get answers to all of your book-related questions. Need help finding your next page-turning read? Are you curious to know what a day in the life of an editor is like? Or perhaps why a small, aquatic, flightless bird became the iconic emblem that adorns Penguin books worldwide?   The new series launches on Thursday 3rd October, where we'll be discussing prize-winning novels with award-winning author, and this year's Booker Prize judge, Sara Collins, and provide you with plenty of book recommendations with Publishing Director Simon Prosser.   Send us your questions for a chance to be featured by emailing: penguinpodcast@penguinrandomhouse.co.uk.   Don't forget to follow the show, so you never miss an episode! Find out more: www.penguin.co.uk/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min
  6. The Best Of the Penguin Podcast 2023

    12/27/2023

    The Best Of the Penguin Podcast 2023

    This week on the Penguin Podcast we're recapping the year with a selection of the brilliant guests we've welcomed onto the show. We hear from Jane Fallon, Chris van Tulleken, Julian Barnes, David Mitchell and more. We thank you for tuning in, and we'll see you in 2024. Happy holidays. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and don't forget to leave us a review – it really helps! To find out more about the #PenguinPodcast, visit www.penguin.co.uk/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    36 min
  7. Sebastian Faulks with Nihal Arthanayake

    12/20/2023

    Sebastian Faulks with Nihal Arthanayake

    This week on the Penguin Podcast, Nihal Arthanayake is joined by national treasure and bestselling author, Sebastian Faulks. Together they they discuss the tweet that helped inspire his latest book, The Seventh Son, his thoughts on imposter Syndrome and humility, the influence of George Orwell on his political outlook, and a magical riverbank he discovered in France.  Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and don't forget to leave us a review – it really helps! To find out more about the #PenguinPodcast, visit www.penguin.co.uk/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  8. C Pam Zhang with Nihal Arthanayake

    12/06/2023

    C Pam Zhang with Nihal Arthanayake

    This week on the Penguin Podcast, Nihal Arthanayake is joined by Booker Longlisted author, C Pam Zhang. Together they discuss Zhang's latest novel, The Land of Milk and Honey, as well as the effects of extreme wealth on the human psyche, the place of pleasure and joy in human existence, the many expectations still placed upon women, and the literary benefits of being a marginalised writer. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode, and don't forget to leave us a review – it really helps! To find out more about the #PenguinPodcast, visit www.penguin.co.uk/podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
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The Penguin Podcast is returning with a brand new series called Ask Penguin. In each episode, we will take you inside Penguin Books to meet some of the incredible authors we publish as well as the people who work here, to get answers to all of your book-related questions. Do you need to find your next page-turning read? Are you curious to find out what a day in the life of an editor is like, or simply why a small, aquatic, flightless bird became the iconic emblem that adorns Penguin books worldwide? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Penguin Books UK
  • Years Active
    2005 - 2024
  • Episodes
    227
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Penguin Books UK
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