Read and Buried Podcast

Frankie conducts the flash-est of chats with returning guest Sam Ripley (aka Tom Wood), author of The Lightning Girl, to find out all about his upcoming film adaptation, how inspiration strikes him and why he will always love a spreadsheet. Order your copy of The Lightning Girl here Follow Sam on Instagram at @samripleybooks Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us...

Frankie is tackling the big issues with returning guest Trevor Wood, author of The Angel of Death, to learn why he's so proud of this book, how he balances complex issues with the action beats of a crime thriller and why he likes to be fussed over. Order your copy of The Angel of Death here Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @read...

Frankie is seeking A.C. Glass (aka Ava Glass), author of The Hiding season, to learn how she slowed the narrative pace, why she always starts with character and why she will always return to a series. Order your copy of The Hiding Season here Follow Ava on Instagram at @avaglassbooks Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @readandburiedpo...

Frankie is off to the theatre with Jack Jewers, author of Seething Lane, to find out why writing this book took four years, the story behind the REAL Nell Gwyn, balancing fiction vs history and obstructions caused by burning pigeons.  Order your copy of Seething Lane here Follow Jack on Instagram at @jackjewers Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instag...

Frankie is living the dream with returning guest Chris Carter, author of Hide and Seek, to learn the 17 year story behind his latest book, the reader reaction to his shift in genre, how he approaches writing difficult subjects and his rule for naming characters. Order your copy of Hide and Seek here Follow Chris on Instagram at @chriscarterbooksofficial Want to talk books? Email us at readandburie...

Frankie is in the band with Sam Frances, author of One by One, to find out how chatting to a friend in lockdown led to her becoming a writer, the importance of her vomit draft and why Idris Elba should definitely call her.  Order your copy of One by One here Follow Sam on Instagram at @samfranwriter Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Thre...

Frankie is dishing up with returning guest Suk Pannu, author of Mrs Sidhu's Just Desserts, to discuss writing sequels, the magic of the art world, the joy of a good heist and why his main character deserves a big screen.  Order your copy of Mrs Sidhu's Just Desserts here Follow Suk on Instagram at @suk.pannu Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram...

Frankie is curtain-twitching with returning guest Sally Hepworth, author of Mad Mabel, to hear how the story that inspired the book become full circle, what she learned exploring the nature of good and bad, whether she'd ever write a sequel and the best parts of divorce. Order your copy of Mad Mabel here Follow Sally on Instagram at @sallyhepworth Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodca...

Frankie is feeling the heat with Remi Kone, author of Just Kill, to find out why character is the most important thing, how her background as a TV producer has influenced her approach to writing and the power of a good potato. Order your copy of Just Kill here Follow Remi on Instagram at @remikonewriter Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threa...

Frankie is on trial with T.H. Murdock, author of The Date, to find out why he's throwing himself into social media content, his two greatest fears, his theory of twists and why cheap white wine will do as long as it's chilled. Order your copy of The Date here Follow Tom on Instagram at @t_h_murdock Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @...

Ever wondered what it's like to attend a London based thriller and crime festival? Join Frankie as she reports (not at all) live from Capital Crime 2026, featuring interviews with Claire Douglas, Abir Mukherjee, Lizzie Curle, Lucy Rose, Clare Mackintosh, Jane Harper and Andi Osho.  Get your ticket for Capital Crime 2027 now at www.capitalcrime.org . Apologies for the sound quality on some of...

Frankie is on the case with returning guest Chris McDonald, author of The Wrong Man, to learn about his publishing journey so far, how his love of music influenced his latest book, why he loves "the mix" and keeping up the Father Christmas myth.  Order your copy of The Wrong Man here Follow Chris on Instagram at @cmacwritescrime Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com F...

Frankie has joined the club with V. A. Vazquez, author of The Death Row Club, to learn about the dark inspiration behind her debut novel, embracing the cringe, making characters miserable and finally getting a reservation at Dorsia. Order your copy of The Death Row Club here Follow Victoria on Instagram at @vavazquez Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Insta...

Frankie is navigating the labyrinth with the brilliant Bonnie Burke-Patel, author of We Search the Island for Grace, to discuss the many influences on her latest novel, her approach to writing male characters, using social media to self promote and the supreme storytelling that comes from wrestling. Order your copy of We Search the Island for Grace here Follow Bonnie on Instagram at @bonnieburkepa...

Frankie is retreating with the multi-talented Ruth Irons, author of The Family Break, to discuss her creative journey from music and acting to writing, the evolution of her process, injecting humour into thrillers and the importance of a structurally sound lasagna. Order your copy of The Family Break here Follow Ruth on Instagram at @ruthironsauthor Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpod...

Frankie is joined by the top percentile of guests, Canwen Xu, to discuss the journey to writing her debut novel Boring Asian Female, telling the emotional truth, how to cope with putting yourself out there and underrated comfort of a McDonalds. Order your copy of Boring Asian Female here Follow Canwen on Instagram at @canwen.xu Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow...

Frankie is scrubbing in with Ben Giles, author of The Specialist, to learn about his fascinating life as a biohazard cleaner, the surprising emotional impact of writing his story, the stains that can't be cleaned and how he could easily get away with murder. TW: Discussion of suicide and child loss. Order your copy of The Specialist here Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.c...

Frankie is performing a ritual with Tariq Ashkanani, author of The Hollow Boys and fellow podcaster, to hear about the journey to writing his latest book, how he balances writing time with his day job, why he puts his characters through hell and finally taking a stand against Christmas cracker prizes. Order your copy of The Hollow Boys here Follow Tariq on Instagram at @tariqashkanani Want to talk...

Frankie is on a Royal Assignment with the legendary Peter James, author of The Hawk is Dead, to learn about being the Queen's favourite, dealing with imposter syndrome, his best writing advice and snooping around Buckingham Palace. Order your copy of The Hawk is Dead here Follow Peter on Instagram at @peterjamesuk Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagra...

Frankie is retiring with Fergus Craig, author of I'm Not the Only Murderer in My Retirement Home, to discuss his approach to writing across various mediums, being a fair storyteller, finding joy in 'silly little lines' and the importance of a two week cooling off period. Order your copy of I'm Not the Only Murderer in My Retirement Home here Follow Fergus on Instagram at @drferguscraig Want to tal...

Frankie is getting meta with C.B. Everett, author of The Final Chapter, to learn about the challenges of writing a book within a book, managing the voices in his head, the liberation that comes with true creativity and his mirage of a last meal. Order your copy of The Final Chapter here Follow C.B. / Martyn on Instagram at @martynwaites4847 Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmai...

Frankie is waiting on the platform with Ilona Bannister, author of Five, to find out what inspired her move to writing thrillers, finding the voices of her characters and the supportive joy of bookstagram. Order your copy of Five here Follow Ilona on Instagram at @ilona.bannister Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and Threads: @readandburiedpodcas...

Hannah King, author of Little Darlings, returns to the podcast to discuss how she approaches traumatic stories, maturing as an author, writing for a reader vs for yourself and the formative impact of Lemony Snicket.  Order your copy of Little Darlings here Follow Hannah on Instagram at @_hankingauthor. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and T...

Frankie is taking the stand with Kristin Koval, author of Penitence, to discuss her personal journey with forgiveness inspired her novel, writing cross-genre and with love and what it means to be a "garbage can reader". Order your copy of Penitence here Follow Kristin on Instagram at @kristinkovalwriter. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram and...

Frankie is being watched with B.A. Paris, author of When I Kill You, to find out the true event that inspired her latest book, finding her voice as a writer, getting into the heads of characters and why you should NEVER kill a dog in your novel! Order your copy of When I Kill You here Follow Bernadette on Instagram at @baparisauthor. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com F...