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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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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Recent Episodes
July 27, 2026
123: Sara Sheridan on The Jewel Keepers | Historical Fiction, Scottish History & Hidden Women
<p>In this episode I'm joined by award-winning Scottish author <strong>Sara Sheridan</strong> to discuss her captivating new historical novel, <strong>The Jewel Keepers</strong>.</p><p>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.</p><p><a href="https://www.sarasheridan.com/about" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Sara's website</a></p><p><a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-jewel-keepers-immersive-evocative-historical-fiction-brimming-with-romance-and-mystery-sara-sheridan/ab7ea3e8da30c9dd?ean=9781399741989&bkshp-astro=t" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Buy The Jewel Keepers</a></p><p>Sara also shares three brilliant book recommendations:</p><ul><li>Water Music by T. C. Boyle</li><li>Doorways in Drumorty by Lorna Moon</li><li>The Pretender by Jo Harkin</li></ul>
July 26, 2026
122: Nadine Matheson on The Shadow Carver | Bloody Scotland 2026
<p>This week I'm joined by bestselling crime writer, former criminal defence lawyer, podcaster and Chair of the Crime Writers' Association, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/queennads/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Nadine Matheson</strong>.</a></p><p>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, <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/the-shadow-carver-nadine-matheson/0ecf5bb8797f13ee?ean=9780008548483&bkshp-astro=t" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>The Shadow Carver</strong></a>. 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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>As part of my <strong>Bloody Scotland 2026</strong> 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.</p><p>Nadine will be appearing at <strong>Bloody Scotland</strong> on <strong>Saturday 19 September at 4.45pm</strong> in <a href="https://bloodyscotland.com/event/in-conversation-steve-cavanagh-and-nadine-matheson-542810/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>In Conversation with Steve Cavanagh</strong>.</a></p><p>During the episode she also recommends the following festival panels:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://bloodyscotland.com/event/twists-and-turns-gilly-macmillan-dorothy-koomson-claire-douglas-541010/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Twists and Turns</strong></a><strong> </strong>featuring Gilly MacMillan, Dorothy Koomson and Claire Douglas.</p></li><li><p><a href="https://bloodyscotland.com/event/across-the-pond-gavin-bell-edey-coffey-tariq-ashkanani-541211/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer"><strong>Across the Pond</strong></a> featuring Gavin Bell, Adele Parks and Tariq Ashkanani and chaired by me!</p></li></ul><p>If you're heading to Bloody Scotland, I'd highly recommend checking them out.</p><p>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.</p>
July 23, 2026
121: Ellery Lloyd on Time to Burn | Time Travel, Billionaires and the Blitz
<p>This week I'm joined by bestselling husband-and-wife writing duo <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellerylloyd_author/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Ellery Lloyd</strong></a> (Paul Vlitos and Collette Lyons) to discuss their brilliant new thriller, <a href="https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/time-to-burn-the-time-travel-novel-from-the-bestselling-author-of-reese-witherspoon-bookclub-pick-the-club-ellery-lloyd/66f4f841411389dd?ean=9781035020997&bkshp-astro=t" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer"><strong>Time to Burn</strong></a>. 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. </p><p>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. </p><p>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. </p><p><strong>Books recommended:</strong></p><ul><li>The Killing Time – Elly Griffiths</li><li>The Ending Writes Itself - Evelyn Clarke</li></ul>
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