This week’s edition of Author of the Week is Candace Bushnell, interviewed by Imogen Edwards Jones. Candace is the genius behind the ‘Sex and the City’ books & TV series as well as the leader of a generation of smart, empowered sex-positive women. In this episode, Candace & Imogen explore Candace’s new co-authored Young AdultContinue reading “Author of the Week: Candace Bushnell”
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Weekly Chats: Rachel Johnson with Sarah Vine
In this week’s edition of ‘Weekly Chats’ we are joined by two equally brilliant women, Rachel Johnson & Sarah Vine. In this chat, they talk Rachel’s newly released book ‘Rake’s Progress‘ & her experience in politics which, in her own words, she “sank like the dregs”. Although this talk goes far beyond Rachel’s Change UKContinue reading “Weekly Chats: Rachel Johnson with Sarah Vine”
Weekly Chats: Ruby Wax & Claudia Winkleman
Welcome to our first edition of The Great Big Book Club Chats. In this series we will see great minds have honest conversations about what makes them tick. Today’s interview is with the prolific Author, Comedian & Mental Health Advocate, Ruby Wax, interviewed by the equally dazzling journalist, TV host & fake tan CEO, ClaudiaContinue reading “Weekly Chats: Ruby Wax & Claudia Winkleman”
Blogger of the Week: Julie Hoegh, Bookstoker
Every week at The Great Big Book Club, we will be showcasing some of the respected voices within our Blog Community. These are book bloggers who not only review books & are a wealth of knowledge for good reads, they also have their fingers on the pulse of the literature world. One of such bloggers,Continue reading “Blogger of the Week: Julie Hoegh, Bookstoker”
Author of the Week: Polly Samson
This week’s Author of the Week is Polly Samson. Polly Samson is the author of A Theatre for Dreamers which debuted at number 2 on the Sunday Times hardback fiction bestseller list. This week Polly and Imogen chat books, live and lockdown Polly is also the author of two short story collections and two previous novels. Her work hasContinue reading “Author of the Week: Polly Samson”
Book-Cast of the Week: In the Crypt with a Candlestick
For this week’s bookcast of the week, Daisy Waugh reads from her new book, In the Crypt with a Candlestick You can read our full review of ‘In the Crypt with a Candlestick in our ‘Books of the Week’ post from Imogen Edwards-Jones here. As one of the most uplifting reads for lockdown, Waugh’s novelContinue reading “Book-Cast of the Week: In the Crypt with a Candlestick”
Lockdown Lunch with Tom Aikens
This week cook with Michelin Star Award Winning Chef, Tom Aikens This delicious Rack of Lamb and Cous Cous is a fabulous pick me up and you should find the ingredients easy to come by in your local supermarket LAMB RACK WITH DRIED FRUIT COUSCOUS FOR THE LAMB MARINADE 1 small rack of lamb –Continue reading “Lockdown Lunch with Tom Aikens”
Happy Hour: Salted Caramel Espresso Martini
Today’s recipe? Salted Caramel Espresso Martini Enjoy the ultimate decadent happy hour treat during lockdown, from our friends & drink content specialists at Tippl . We will be showcasing their indulgent & picture perfect cocktail recipes every week to help you wind down in lockdown. Ingredients: 50ml/ 2 parts salted caramel vodka 25ml/ 1 partContinue reading “Happy Hour: Salted Caramel Espresso Martini”
Books of the Week 27.04.20
Here are our picks for Books for the Week. They were published either just before or during lockdown and they are all highly recommended. Imogen edwards-jones A Theatre for Dreamers Polly Samson “Hands Down the best book I’ve read all year. Luminous, immersive, gorgeous, profound. I feckin’ love it!” Joanne Harris Set in 1960s onContinue reading “Books of the Week 27.04.20”
‘Meet Me In the In Between’ by Bella Pollen
“Bella Pollen creates magic” Vanity fair Interwoven with exquisite passages of graphic memoir, Meet Me in the In-Between is bestselling author Bella Pollen’s surprisingly tender, frequently funny and achingly poignant quest to keep on looking for the extraordinary in an ordinary life. Growing up the middle child of transatlantic parents, Bella Pollen never quite learnt how toContinue reading “‘Meet Me In the In Between’ by Bella Pollen”