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Previous Guests
Roisin O'Donnell
Roisin O'Donnell is a debut novelist known for her book 'Nesting'. She explores themes of coercive control and the complexities of modern relationships in her writing. O'Donnell's work often reflects on societal issues and personal experiences, making her a compelling voice in contemporary literature.
Roisin O'Donnell is a debut novelist known for her book 'Nesting'. She explores themes of coercive control and the complexities of modern relationships in her writing. O'Donnell's work often reflects on societal issues and personal experiences, making her a compelling voice in contemporary literature.
Chris McQueer
Chris McQueer is a debut novelist recognized for his book 'Hermit'. His writing often delves into the themes of toxic masculinity and the impact of social media on young men. McQueer's storytelling is characterized by its sharp wit and insightful commentary on modern life, making him a notable figure in the literary scene.
Chris McQueer is a debut novelist recognized for his book 'Hermit'. His writing often delves into the themes of toxic masculinity and the impact of social media on young men. McQueer's storytelling is characterized by its sharp wit and insightful commentary on modern life, making him a notable figure in the literary scene.
Ben Okri
Sir Ben Okri is a Nigerian poet, novelist, and essayist, known for his unique blend of magical realism and philosophical themes. He gained international acclaim with his novel 'The Famished Road', which won the Booker Prize in 1991. Okri's works often explore the complexities of life, spirituality, and the human condition, drawing from his Nigerian heritage and experiences. He has published numerous novels, essays, and poetry collections, and is recognized as one of Africa's most significant literary figures.
Sir Ben Okri is a Nigerian poet, novelist, and essayist, known for his unique blend of magical realism and philosophical themes. He gained international acclaim with his novel 'The Famished Road', which won the Booker Prize in 1991. Okri's works often explore the complexities of life, spirituality, and the human condition, drawing from his Nigerian heritage and experiences. He has published numerous novels, essays, and poetry collections, and is recognized as one of Africa's most significant literary figures.
Colum McCann
Colum McCann is an Irish author and professor, celebrated for his novels that often intertwine personal and historical narratives. His acclaimed work 'Let the Great World Spin' won the National Book Award and has been praised for its lyrical prose and deep exploration of human connections. McCann's writing frequently addresses themes of loss, redemption, and the impact of history on individual lives. He has published several novels, short stories, and essays, and is known for his commitment to social justice and the power of storytelling.
Colum McCann is an Irish author and professor, celebrated for his novels that often intertwine personal and historical narratives. His acclaimed work 'Let the Great World Spin' won the National Book Award and has been praised for its lyrical prose and deep exploration of human connections. McCann's writing frequently addresses themes of loss, redemption, and the impact of history on individual lives. He has published several novels, short stories, and essays, and is known for his commitment to social justice and the power of storytelling.
Nicci Gerrard
Nicci Gerrard is a bestselling author and part of the husband-and-wife writing duo known as Nicci French. She has co-authored numerous psychological thrillers with her husband, Sean French, and has a background in journalism. Their works often explore complex emotional themes and have garnered critical acclaim.
Nicci Gerrard is a bestselling author and part of the husband-and-wife writing duo known as Nicci French. She has co-authored numerous psychological thrillers with her husband, Sean French, and has a background in journalism. Their works often explore complex emotional themes and have garnered critical acclaim.
Sean French
Sean French is a bestselling author and journalist, known for his collaboration with his wife, Nicci Gerrard, under the pen name Nicci French. Together, they have written a series of successful psychological thrillers that delve into the intricacies of human relationships and societal issues. Their writing is characterized by its suspenseful plots and deep character development.
Sean French is a bestselling author and journalist, known for his collaboration with his wife, Nicci Gerrard, under the pen name Nicci French. Together, they have written a series of successful psychological thrillers that delve into the intricacies of human relationships and societal issues. Their writing is characterized by its suspenseful plots and deep character development.
Emma Healey
Emma Healey is a bestselling author known for her innovative storytelling and exploration of complex themes. Her latest novel, 'Sweat', is a feminist thriller that delves into the intricacies of power dynamics in relationships, blending elements of wellness culture with a gripping narrative. Healey's work often reflects her keen insights into human behavior and societal issues.
Emma Healey is a bestselling author known for her innovative storytelling and exploration of complex themes. Her latest novel, 'Sweat', is a feminist thriller that delves into the intricacies of power dynamics in relationships, blending elements of wellness culture with a gripping narrative. Healey's work often reflects her keen insights into human behavior and societal issues.
Fiona Scarlett
Fiona Scarlett is a celebrated author whose works are recognized for their emotional depth and vivid character portrayals. Her recent novel, 'May All Your Skies Be Blue', is noted for its raw and beautiful storytelling, capturing the essence of friendships and personal connections. Scarlett is also an avid reader, often engaging with poetry and plays, which influence her writing style.
Fiona Scarlett is a celebrated author whose works are recognized for their emotional depth and vivid character portrayals. Her recent novel, 'May All Your Skies Be Blue', is noted for its raw and beautiful storytelling, capturing the essence of friendships and personal connections. Scarlett is also an avid reader, often engaging with poetry and plays, which influence her writing style.
Topics Discussed
debut novelists
Nesting
Hermit
writing inspirations
short stories
toxic masculinity
radicalisation
coercive control
book recommendations
Wendy Erskine
Threats
Demon Copperhead
Ben Okri
Colum McCann
Madame Sosostris And The Festival For The Broken-Hearted
War & Peace
Twist
artists
books
novels
Nicci French
thriller
The Last Days Of Kira Mullan
audiobook
Samuel Pepys' diaries
marriage
competition
Emma Healey
Fiona Scarlett
new novels
revenge
wellness culture
feminist thriller
male gaze
female gaze
friendships
nostalgia
90s gigs
poetry
non-fiction
Debut novelists, Roisin O'Donnell and Chris McQueer, go head to head in a war of the words.
They discuss their latest books ("Nesting" and "Hermit"), their writing inspirations, the power of short stories and the rise of toxic masculinity.
Whilst Andrew Tate doesn't in any way dominate this conversation (nor should he dominate any conversation), the authors discuss how young boys and men are being radicalised through dangerous people on social media and what, if anything, can be done about it.
Both books also look at the theme of coercive control, which again is something else that is on the rise.
They also recommend us some brilliant books - and have a bit of a love-off about Wendy Erskine.
Debut novelists, Roisin O'Donnell and Chris McQueer, go head to head in a war of the words.
They discuss their latest books ("Nesting" and "Hermit"), their writing inspirations, the power of short stories and the rise of toxic masculinity.
Whilst Andrew Tate doesn't in any way dominate this conversation (nor should he dominate any conversation), the authors discuss how young boys and men are being radicalised through dangerous people on social media and what, if anything, can be done about it.
Both books also look at the theme of coercive control, which again is something else that is on the rise.
They also recommend us some brilliant books - and have a bit of a love-off about Wendy Erskine.
Ben OkriColum McCannMadame Sosostris And The Festival For The Broken-HeartedWar & PeaceTwistartistsbooksnovels
Sir Ben Okri and Colum McCann join Joe Haddow for a war of the words...
This is Ben's second appearance on Book Off! (The first author to ever appear on the pod twice)
Let's see if he's learnt anything from the last time!
He chats about his woozy new novella - "Madame Sosostris And The Festival For The Broken-Hearted' - and the poem that inspired it. We also learn he has read 'War & Peace' FOUR times! And so we get a full Ben Okri style review...
Colum's new novel - 'Twist' - is a darkly epic tale of connection, disconnection and destruction. He chats about his research on ships in South Africa and his fascination with what's under the sea - deep down.
The writers also discuss the importance of artists and books in this turbulent time, and recommend us some brilliant novels too.
THE BOOK OFF
"Le Grand Meaulnes" by Alain Fournier
VS
"When The Bulbul Stopped Singing" by Raja Shehadeh
Sir Ben Okri and Colum McCann join Joe Haddow for a war of the words...
This is Ben's second appearance on Book Off! (The first author to ever appear on the pod twice)
Let's see if he's learnt anything from the last time!
He chats about his woozy new novella - "Madame Sosostris And The Festival For The Broken-Hearted' - and the poem that inspired it. We also learn he has read 'War & Peace' FOUR times! And so we get a full Ben Okri style review...
Colum's new novel - 'Twist' - is a darkly epic tale of connection, disconnection and destruction. He chats about his research on ships in South Africa and his fascination with what's under the sea - deep down.
The writers also discuss the importance of artists and books in this turbulent time, and recommend us some brilliant novels too.
THE BOOK OFF
"Le Grand Meaulnes" by Alain Fournier
VS
"When The Bulbul Stopped Singing" by Raja Shehadeh
Nicci FrenchthrillerThe Last Days Of Kira Mullanbook recommendationsaudiobookSamuel Pepys' diariesmarriagecompetition
Bestselling thriller writer(s) Nicci French go head to head in a war of the words, expertly refereed by Joe Haddow.
Nicci French is the pen name for husband and wife writing team, Nicci Gerrard and Sean French, and this is our first official Book Off couple!
Sean and Nicci discuss their latest novel, The Last Days Of Kira Mullan, and dig into some of the themes which inspired this story.
Here's the blurb:
Nancy North and her boyfriend Felix are making the move across London to Harlesden. A new flat, a new area, a new start. Because while Nancy is fine now, she wasn’t fine before. But settling into the new flat and meeting the new neighbours isn’t helped by Felix’s hovering concern. She is all right. She is sticking to her breathing exercises and doctor-prescribed help.
So, when their new neighbour Kira Mullan is found dead by suicide, Felix is understandably worried about Nancy’s frame of mind. But Nancy saw Kira the day before she died and she didn’t strike her as someone who was suicidal – she was upset and angry, yes, but was she upset and angry enough to take her own life? Nancy is the only one convinced that there’s more to Kira’s death than has been discovered. But all the police and the neighbours see is a vulnerable woman who isn’t sure of what she saw, and might even be imagining things . . .
Nicci and Sean also give us some brilliant book recommendations - SO MANY recommendations - which include the audiobook of Samuel Pepys' diaries.
As former journalists, they're both pretty competitive, but we don't think the Book Off will be the end of the marriage... (?)
Bestselling thriller writer(s) Nicci French go head to head in a war of the words, expertly refereed by Joe Haddow.
Nicci French is the pen name for husband and wife writing team, Nicci Gerrard and Sean French, and this is our first official Book Off couple!
Sean and Nicci discuss their latest novel, The Last Days Of Kira Mullan, and dig into some of the themes which inspired this story.
Here's the blurb:
Nancy North and her boyfriend Felix are making the move across London to Harlesden. A new flat, a new area, a new start. Because while Nancy is fine now, she wasn’t fine before. But settling into the new flat and meeting the new neighbours isn’t helped by Felix’s hovering concern. She is all right. She is sticking to her breathing exercises and doctor-prescribed help.
So, when their new neighbour Kira Mullan is found dead by suicide, Felix is understandably worried about Nancy’s frame of mind. But Nancy saw Kira the day before she died and she didn’t strike her as someone who was suicidal – she was upset and angry, yes, but was she upset and angry enough to take her own life? Nancy is the only one convinced that there’s more to Kira’s death than has been discovered. But all the police and the neighbours see is a vulnerable woman who isn’t sure of what she saw, and might even be imagining things . . .
Nicci and Sean also give us some brilliant book recommendations - SO MANY recommendations - which include the audiobook of Samuel Pepys' diaries.
As former journalists, they're both pretty competitive, but we don't think the Book Off will be the end of the marriage... (?)
Emma HealeyFiona Scarlettnew novelsbook recommendationsrevengewellness culturefeminist thrillermale gazefemale gazefriendshipsnostalgia90s gigspoetrynon-fiction
On the first episode of Series 14, we welcome bestselling authors Emma Healey and Fiona Scarlett to the studio.
They chat about their new novels, give us some great book recommendations - and go head to head in a war of the words! (aka The Book Off)
Emma Healey's new novel - Sweat - is a maze-like game of revenge. It blends wellness culture with a slow-burn feminist thriller - and is eery and unsettling and brilliant.
We look at what it means to hold the power in a relationship, what happens when power shifts - and - we talk about the gaze. The male gaze. Female gaze. And how looks can be both innocent and evil.
Fiona Scarlett's latest novel - May All Your Skies Be Blue - is beautiful and devastating and raw, and has an unforgettable cast of characters.
We have a bit of a nostalgia trip, remembering gigs in the 90s, life without mobile phones and how fun it was to use the local phonebox! And we talk about the power of friendships, on the page and in life in general.
Both guests are huge readers, and like to read very widely.
Fiona likes to read a poem or play before she goes to bed - and recommended these:
Marina Carr - "Audrey Or Sorrow"
Bernard O'Donoghue - "The Day I Outlived My Father"
Emily Bronte - "Wuthering Heights" (re-read)
Emma has been enjoying some non-fiction recently, and recommended:
A. J. A Symons - "The Quest For Corvo"
Stephen Scheding - "A Small Unsigned Painting"
And has also been devouring this novel:
John Lanchester - "The Debt To Pleasure"
THE BOOK OFF
Martin Waddell - "Can't You Sleep Little Bear" (illustrated by Barbara Firth)
VS
Helen Garner - "Joe Cinque's Consolation"
(*We recorded this late in 2024 - so there may be a couple of out of date references)
On the first episode of Series 14, we welcome bestselling authors Emma Healey and Fiona Scarlett to the studio.
They chat about their new novels, give us some great book recommendations - and go head to head in a war of the words! (aka The Book Off)
Emma Healey's new novel - Sweat - is a maze-like game of revenge. It blends wellness culture with a slow-burn feminist thriller - and is eery and unsettling and brilliant.
We look at what it means to hold the power in a relationship, what happens when power shifts - and - we talk about the gaze. The male gaze. Female gaze. And how looks can be both innocent and evil.
Fiona Scarlett's latest novel - May All Your Skies Be Blue - is beautiful and devastating and raw, and has an unforgettable cast of characters.
We have a bit of a nostalgia trip, remembering gigs in the 90s, life without mobile phones and how fun it was to use the local phonebox! And we talk about the power of friendships, on the page and in life in general.
Both guests are huge readers, and like to read very widely.
Fiona likes to read a poem or play before she goes to bed - and recommended these:
Marina Carr - "Audrey Or Sorrow"
Bernard O'Donoghue - "The Day I Outlived My Father"
Emily Bronte - "Wuthering Heights" (re-read)
Emma has been enjoying some non-fiction recently, and recommended:
A. J. A Symons - "The Quest For Corvo"
Stephen Scheding - "A Small Unsigned Painting"
And has also been devouring this novel:
John Lanchester - "The Debt To Pleasure"
THE BOOK OFF
Martin Waddell - "Can't You Sleep Little Bear" (illustrated by Barbara Firth)
VS
Helen Garner - "Joe Cinque's Consolation"
(*We recorded this late in 2024 - so there may be a couple of out of date references)
