A literary journey across the North of Scotland.
A Highland News and Media podcast - reporter and bookworm Federica 'Freddie' Stefani explores the literary culture of the region by chatting to authors, visiting bookshops and showcasing literary events and projects.
Got an author, book or literary project that you would like to hear about on our podcast? Drop us an email at northernbibliospherepod@gmail.com or get in touch on our social channels.
Music: Achaidh Cheide by Kevin MacLeod
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41: History, magic and a touch of sci-fi with Sean Lusk
You might recall today's guest's voice from our previous Nairn Book & Arts Festival preview, but today Sean Lusk is here talking to us about his wonderful debut novel The Second Sight of Zachary Cloudesley.
The book is an adventure through time and space - we travel between Britain and the Ottoman empire in the 18th century, explore the complex relationship between father and son, and very much this is an immersive story and emotional rollercoaster.
We spoke to Sean about the book, his research into awe-inspiring historical characters, automata and short stories.
You can find more about his work at www.seanlusk.com (www.seanlusk.com).
If you have a book you love send us a voice message on speakpipe.com/northernbibliosphere (https://www.speakpipe.com/northernbibliosphere) and we will feature the reviews in our future episodes!
If you have an author, book, or literary project that you would like to hear from on our podcast, drop us an email at northernbibliospherepod@gmail.com or get in touch on Facebook at NorthernBibliospherepodcast (https://www.facebook.com/northernbibliospherepodcast), Twitter, (https://twitter.com/NorthBibliopod)or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/NorthBibliopod/)(@NorthBibliopod).
Music:
Achaidh Cheide by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3338-achaidh-cheide (https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3338-achaidh-cheide)
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license (https://filmmusic.io/standard-license)
18 Nov 2023
40: Foreign languages, myth exploring and children's stories with Pauline Mackay
Today we have a special talk with one of our wonderful local publishers here in the Highlands: Inverness-based Pauline Mackay is an author and the founder of Ablekids Press, an independent publisher specialised in bilingual books for children.
Her stories, drawing from Scottish folklore - but also from myths and legends around the world - are translated in an impressive variety of languages and are a great connection for children (and adults) visiting Scotland to the local heritage.
So if you like some polyglot talk with a sprinkle of creativity, do tune in!
Find out more about her work at ablekidspress.com (ablekidspress.com).
If you have a book you love send us a voice message on speakpipe.com/northernbibliosphere (https://www.speakpipe.com/northernbibliosphere) and we will feature the reviews in our future episodes!
If you have an author, book, or literary project that you would like to hear from on our podcast, drop us an email at northernbibliospherepod@gmail.com or get in touch on Facebook at NorthernBibliospherepodcast (https://www.facebook.com/northernbibliospherepodcast), Twitter, (https://twitter.com/NorthBibliopod)or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/NorthBibliopod/)(@NorthBibliopod).
Music:
Achaidh Cheide by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3338-achaidh-cheide (https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3338-achaidh-cheide)
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license (https://filmmusic.io/standard-license)
11 Nov 2023
39: Lighthouse hopping in Japan with Iain Maloney
In this episode we connect with writer, teacher and journalist Iain Maloney, a Scotsman living his best life in Japan. His latest book The Japan Lights is very aptly, about a fellow Scotsman in Japan - but who lived there around 150 years ago, when it wasn't quite as easy to jump on a flight and you couldn't videocall your family.
The book tells of Iain's travel across the country following the tracks of Richard Henry Brunton, a Victorian civil engineer who is considered the father of Japanese lighthouses.
So if you like a travel memoir with a dip into history and a good dose of humor, this is the episode and book for you!
Find out more about Iain's work on iainmaloney.com ( iainmaloney.com)
If you have a book you love send us a voice message on speakpipe.com/northernbibliosphere (https://www.speakpipe.com/northernbibliosphere) and we will feature the reviews in our future episodes!
If you have an author, book, or literary project that you would like to hear from on our podcast, drop us an email at northernbibliospherepod@gmail.com or get in touch on Facebook at NorthernBibliospherepodcast (https://www.facebook.com/northernbibliospherepodcast), Twitter, (https://twitter.com/NorthBibliopod)or Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/NorthBibliopod/)(@NorthBibliopod).
Music:
Achaidh Cheide by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3338-achaidh-cheide (https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3338-achaidh-cheide)
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license (https://filmmusic.io/standard-license)
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