Books To Last Podcast

If you love stories with accessible and fascinating characters, embarking on physical and introspective journeys, you will love this list from gamemaster, Fiona host of the What Am I Rolling podcast and co-host of The DM's Book Club. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as we invite passionate book enthusiast...

This is a list perfect for lovers of morally grey characters, apocalyptic events, fandom and queer love stories as we are joined by V, The Sassy Library Fox, as they share the five book they would be castaway with to their mystery remote location. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as we invite passionate book...

Join me in this episode as I share some beginner's tips for first-time attendees of the Cheltenham Literature Festival. From navigating the the ticket buying process to planning your itinerary, I've got you covered. Discover how to make the most of this literary extravaganza and hopefully learn from my mistakes. Whether you're a bookworm or a festival enthusiast, these practical tips w...

This time we are getting a blast from the past as we revisit Dan's list of incredible historical fiction to welcome in the the autumnal vibes and cosiness of fall. Dan is a Waterstones Bookseller at their Clifton branch, a book blogger & reviewer over @AresBiblio. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as w...

This episode's list is perfect for mood readers and creative minds as we are joined by Anvita from Anvita's Corner as she shares the five book she would be castaway with to her mystery remote location. Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as we invite passionate book enthusiasts to reveal their top five m...

This episodes guests are the marvellous Sara & Lilly, hosts of the Fiction Fans podcast! Join us as they share which five books they would take when castaway to their mystery remote locations. Unearth literary treasures with the Books to Last Podcast, a homage to BBC's Desert Island Discs. Dive into the minds of avid book lovers as they handpick their five essential books for a remote adve...

This episode contains the answers to the Life, the Universe and Everything! In it, we are joined by Raye from Being Bookish podcast as she shares the top five books she would take with her when castaway to a mystery remote location of her choosing. Join us on the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the iconic Desert Island Discs from the BBC. Our show invites book aficionados to reveal their top fi...

WE'RE BACK BABY. After our brief hiatus we're back with a cracking episode with the wonderful Teagan, host of The Bookstorian as she gets castaway to the beautiful Tasmania. Step into the world of literature with the Books to Last Podcast, a tribute to the BBC's classic Desert Island Discs. Immerse yourself in the selections of avid book lovers as they curate their five indispensable b...

My guest this week is author, teacher and all round fantastic human, Doug Robertson AKA  The Weird Teacher. Doug shares with us his list of five books he would take when castaway to Maui. I had such a blast talking with Doug, he is literally one of the coolest people I've ever met and his list is so much fun (with an interesting and unexpected theme!) and I hope you enjoy it too! Embark on a l...

Our guest this week is Jamison Meyer, author of the 2022 psychological thriller Before and After! We had a great chat about his list of five books full of mystery and suspense - enjoy! Discover your literary treasures on the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as we invite passionate book enthusiasts to reveal their top five must-have books for a m...

This is a very special episode, with a very special guest. This time we're joined by Sam Leach, English teacher and one of the Co-Founders of Park Street Education. Park Street is a truly amazing non-profit educational organisation that provides learning and support to kids, regardless of their situation or background. Breaking down socioeconomic barriers to education, opportunities and succes...

This episode's guest is Annie, the booktuber, sci-fi fan, writer and artist over at Annie's Book Nook on YouTube! This is a thought-provoking and wonderful list and I highly recommend you check it out. Join us on the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the iconic Desert Island Discs from the BBC. Our show invites book aficionados to reveal their top five book choices for an enigmatic journe...

This (slightly belated) New Year's episode is all about my five best reads of 2022 and why you should check them out. I had a great year for reading last year and I can't wait to see what the new year brings. Step into the world of literature with the Books to Last Podcast, a tribute to the BBC's classic Desert Island Discs. Immerse yourself in the selections of avid book lovers as the...

This episode is a super special live show episode recorded at MCM London Comic Con during a panel called Geeky reads I co-hosted with Ashley V Robinson from Geek History Lesson! I've been so excited to share it with you and thought it would make the perfect holiday special to round off the year - enjoy! Embark on a literary voyage with the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by BBC's timeless...

Our esteemed guests for this episode are none other than Yolanda & Jillian, the wonderful hosts of The Pemberley Podcast! This discussion was such a blast as we journey through the genres and, of course, get a bit of Austen talk in too. Discover your literary treasures on the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the BBC's beloved Desert Island Discs. Join us as we invite passionate book enth...

I am joined by botanist, book reviewer, blogger and bookstagrammer , Sam Hanekom. Sam is the fabulous creator behind @green.witch.books and A Girl With A Book Blog and she joined me to share the five thrilling and cinematic books she would take with her when castaway to a mysterious cabin in the woods. Join us on the Books to Last Podcast, inspired by the iconic Desert Island Discs from the BBC. O...

This week's guest is Izzy, the wonderful host of the What the Austen? Podcast as she shares with us a feast of literary fiction (and some wild card picks!) to be castaway with! Guest Details: YouTube: What the Austen? Podcast, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP6qnkpX6OCYmx7f5xstPGQ Instagram: @whattheausten Website: https://www.whattheausten.com/ Podcast: W: https://anchor.fm/bookstolastpod T...

Our guest for this Halloween-Eve-Eve episode is none other than the spooky season tour de force that is @janagaton - booktuber, blogger, bookstagrammer and leader of her very own coven of Jan-pires (an excellent pun I cannot take credit for, seriously go check out her Patreon). Her list delivers nothing but treats with a glorious set of dark and atmospheric books you simply have to check out. Disc...

This episode I'm joined by the fantastic bookstagrammer, Trekkie and all-round wonderful person Cheyenne (@queer_bookwyrm) as they share their five books to be castaway with to quite possibly the most remote place ever! Unearth literary treasures with the Books to Last Podcast, a homage to BBC's Desert Island Discs. Dive into the minds of avid book lovers as they handpick their five essent...

In this episode Lili from Utopia State of Mind shares her magical list of books, shares how there is a science fiction book for everyone and tortures me with her epic final book. This was such a thought provoking discussion and I hope you enjoy! Guest Details: Blog: https://utopia-state-of-mind.com/ YouTube: Utopia State of Mind, https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcRzOt0KOI0SH_fGm9EB8Zg Instagram:...

This episode we are joined by Noelle from Noelle7Pages to discuss her list and it's definitely one to check out because it's full of great reads for an autumnal / spooky season reading list... Guest Details: YouTube: Noelle7Pages - https://www.youtube.com/user/ceiyr?app=desktop Instagram: @noelle7pages Twitter: @noelle7pages Goodreads: Noelle Menigoz, https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/29...

In homage to the BBC's classic Desert Island Discs, the Books to Last Podcast challenges book lovers and readers from all over to select the five books they would take to their mystery remote locale. Tangents and anecdotes likely. This is an extra-special, extra-long episode to celebrate the ~technical~ One Year Anniversary of the podcast! (Trust me, I did the maths, it works, sort of, promise.) I...

In homage to the BBC's classic Desert Island Discs, the Books to Last Podcast challenges book lovers and readers from all over to select the five books they would take to their mystery remote locale. Tangents and anecdotes likely. This week booktuber Nidhi Reddy sets out a list after my own heart as we discuss some awesome character driven books and how there's usually a reason for the hype. Guest...

In homage to the BBC's classic Desert Island Discs, the Books to Last Podcast challenges book lovers and readers from all over to select the five books they would take to their mystery remote locale. Tangents and anecdotes likely. This episode we discuss a beautiful, heartfelt list of books with a wonderful person and podcaster - Gwen from Talk Bookish To Me! We had such a lovely discussion and th...

In homage to the BBC's classic Desert Island Discs, the Books to Last Podcast challenges book lovers and readers from all over to select the five books they would take to their mystery remote locale. Tangents and anecdotes likely. Our inaugural return episode brings you Pablo Suarez's excellent list of epic fantasy and sci-fi book picks - an ideal list of books to start anyone out in the genre. Gu...