Chapters: A Life in Books
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Podcast Overview
<p>Chapters: A Life in Books is a major new podcast from The British Book Awards, bringing together some of the most celebrated and bestselling authors and illustrators of our time.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by broadcaster and journalist, Hannah MacInnes, each episode invites The British Book Awards-shortlisted writers into an intimate conversation about the books that shaped them, the childhood reads that first sparked their imaginations, the novels that changed their thinking, and the well-thumbed favourites they return to time and again.</p><p></p><p>Recorded inside independent bookshops, the series pairs literary star power with the warmth and authenticity of the spaces that sustain reading culture. Alongside reflections on their formative influences, guests also discuss their shortlisted work, offering listeners a rare insight into the creative lives behind today’s most talked-about books.</p><p>Insightful, nostalgic and full of literary passion, Chapters is a celebration of storytelling and of the writers shaping the cultural conversation right now.<br /></p>
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4/30/2026
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Recent Episodes
June 7, 2026
Elif Shafak | Chapters Podcast
<p>This week, Hannah sits down with acclaimed author Elif Shafak. Elif discusses the books that have shaped her, her surprising love of heavy metal and provides an exclusive sneak peek into her forthcoming novel.</p>
June 1, 2026
Chris Chibnall | Chapters Podcast
<p>This week, Hannah sits down with screenwriter, producer and author Chris Chibnall. Chris discusses his debut crime novel Death at the White Hart, reflecting on the differences between writing prose and television drama like his hit show Broadchurch.</p>
May 25, 2026
Donna Ashworth | Chapters Podcast
<p>This week, Hannah imagines herself in Donna’s favourite bookshop, The Wee Bookshop in Dollar, Scotland. Though they’re not recording there in real life, Hannah and Donna settle into an intimate conversation about the books that have shaped Donna’s life. From the all-too-relatable <i>Bridget Jones</i> to life-changing reads like Louise Hay’s <i>You Can Heal Your Life</i>, join Donna on a journey through the books she treasures </p><p></p><p>Chapters: A Life in Books is brought to you by The British Book Awards. Each week we invite The British Book Awards-shortlisted writers into an intimate conversation about the books that shaped them, the childhood reads that first sparked their imaginations, the novels that changed their thinking, and the well-thumbed favourites they return to time and again.</p><p></p><p>Contact us: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:awards@thebookseller.com" target="_blank">awards@thebookseller.com</a></p><p>Follow us on Instagram: @thebritishbookawards</p>
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- What is Chapters: A Life in Books?
<p>Chapters: A Life in Books is a major new podcast from The British Book Awards, bringing together some of the most celebrated and bestselling authors and illustrators of our time.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by broadcaster and journalist, Hannah MacInnes, each episode invites The British Book Awards-shortlisted writers into an intimate conversation about the books that shaped them, the childhood reads that first sparked their imaginations, the novels that changed their thinking, and the well-thumbed favourites they return to time and again.</p><p></p><p>Recorded inside independent bookshops, the series pairs literary star power with the warmth and authenticity of the spaces that sustain reading culture. Alongside reflections on their formative influences, guests also discuss their shortlisted work, offering listeners a rare insight into the creative lives behind today’s most talked-about books.</p><p>Insightful, nostalgic and full of literary passion, Chapters is a celebration of storytelling and of the writers shaping the cultural conversation right now.<br /></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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