We talk all about Independent Bookshop Week - what, why &amp; where.I talk to bookshop manager Ruth Brookes from Booka bookshop all about what makes Independent Bookshop Week so special.<a href="https://www.bookabookshop.co.uk" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bookabookshop.co.uk</a><a href="https://www.booksaremybag.com/IndependentBookshopWeek/About" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.booksaremybag.com/IndependentBookshopWeek/About</a>#IndieBookshopWeekThe three books Ruth recommends are:Twelve Moons - A Year Under A Shared Sky by Caro GilesOn The Red Hill by Mike ParkerVulcana by Rebecca F John<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Loves, Libraries & Murders

Thousands of books. No time to waste. No spoilers. Ever. Quick Book Reviews — your twice-weekly reading companion with host Philippa HallWhat it is Quick Book Reviews is a spoiler-free book podcast hosted by Philippa Hall, published every Monday and Friday. Philippa reads widely so busy readers don't have to guess — delivering honest, enthusiastic, bite-sized reviews alongside in-depth author interviews and a friendly window into the publishing world.This is a warm, welcoming show for readers who love books but don't have time to read everything — and want someone they trust to help them choose what's next.FormatSpoiler-free reviews: Fast, honest breakdowns of new releases and upcoming fictionAuthor interviews: In-depth conversations with novelists about plot, character, and writing craft — from global names to indie debutsPublishing insider news: Literary trends, BookTok and Bookstagram highlights, and behind-the-scenes publishing gossipGenres covered Crime · Psychological thriller · Cosy crime · Contemporary drama · Dark academia · Rom-com · Historical fiction · Horror · RomantasyIdeal for Readers with an ever-growing TBR pile · Book club members looking for their next pick · Anyone who loves hearing authors talk about their creative process · Fans of BookTok and Bookstagram looking for a deeper diveGenre &amp; metadataHost: Philippa HallFormat: Reviews / interviews / publishing newsFrequency: Twice weekly — every Monday and FridaySpoilers: NeverStatus: Active and ongoing Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.