This podcast is from the Book Slam literary club night in London and features live readings, performances and interviews from the event. Check www.bookslam.com for more details.
Book Slam Podcast 13 (with Mark Thomas, Laid Arad and Lemn Sissay) This Book Slam podcast includes the usual highlights from the monthly event. Guests include comedian and activist, Mark Thomas, reading from his new book 'Belching Out The Devil', the poetry of Lemn Sissay, and music from Lail Arad.  Plus Hazel Marshall's review of 'The Believers' by Zoe Heller. Patrick hosts and Elliott talks more than is necessary.
Direct download: bookslam13.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 2:00pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 12 (featuring Andrew Miller, Zena Edwards and Ben Mellor) This episode of the Sony Award-winning podcast comes, surprisingly, from Clapham. It features Andrew Miller talking about and reading from his new novel, 'One Morning Like A Bird', poetry from Ben Mellor and music from Zena Edwards. Patrick and Elliott, meanwhile, contemplate their potential social mobility.
Direct download: bookslam12.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 5:39pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 11 (featuring Bernardine Evaristo, Mpho Skeef, AL Kennedy and Chris Cleave) This episode of the Sony Award-winning podcast features an interview with Chris Cleave, author of the criticially-acclaimed novel, 'The Other Hand', plus all the readings, performances and interviews from the monthly Book Slam event; including Bernardine Evaristo, AL Kennedy and Mpho. Also, a review of Louise Dean’s ‘The Idea Of Love’ by Darren Lee and the usual idle blah from hosts Patrick and Elliott.
Direct download: bookslam11.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 3:45pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 10 (featuring James Frey, Don Winslow, Byron Vincent and Bryn Christopher) The Sony Award-winning Book Slam podcast features readings, performances and interviews with authors, poets and musicians, including highlights of the monthly event at No. 12 Acklam Road, in Ladbroke Grove, West London. This  episode includes James Frey reading from his first novel, 'Bright Shiny Morning', and bestselling US crime writer, Don Winslow, discussing his latest novel, 'The Dawn Patrol'. Plus poetry from the amazing Byron Vincent and live music from Bryn Christopher. Hosted by Patrick and Elliott Jack.
Direct download: bookslam10.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 3:42pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 9 (featuring Irvine Welsh, Sophie Woolley, Alabama 3 and 'Famous Guy') This episode of the Sony Award-winning podcast comes live from the Book Slam barbecue at 93 Feet East on Brick Lane in East London. Curated by Irvine Welsh, it features performances and interviews with Irvine himself, Adam Buxton (of 'Adam and Joe'), the mighty Alabama 3 and the incomparable Sophie Woolley. Plus the usual stuff and nonsense from hosts Patrick and Elliott.
Direct download: bookslam9.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 2:42pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 8 (featuring Toby Litt, Kat Francois, Andreya Triana and Lola Jaye) 4The Sony Award-winning Book Slam podcast features readings, performances and interviews with authors, poets and musicians, including highlights of the monthly event at No. 12 Acklam Road, in Ladbroke Grove, West London. This  episode includes Toby Litt reading from his latest novel, 'I Play The Drums In A Band Called Okay', and an interview with debut author, Lola Jaye - her novel, 'By The Time Your Read This', is published by Harper in July. There's also some feisty poetry from BBC Slam champion, Kat Francois, and sweet soul music from Andreya Triana. Hosted by Patrick and Elliott Jack.
Direct download: bookslam8.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 7:44pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 7 (featuring Richard Milward, Jamie Woon, El Crisis and more) The Book Slam podcast features readings, performances and interviews with authors, poets and musicians, including highlights of the monthly event at No. 12 Acklam Road, in Ladbroke Grove, West London. This  episode includes Richard Milward reading from his debut novel, 'Apples', extraordinary griot wisdom from El Crisis and the sublime soul of Jamie Woon (pictured). Hosted by Patrick and Kenny Baraka.
Direct download: bookslam7.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 11:11am UTC

Book Slam Podcast 6 (featuring William Boyd, Jacqueline Walker, Toby Litt and more) The Book Slam podcast features readings, performances and interviews with authors, poets and musicians, including highlights of the monthly event at No. 12 Acklam Road, in Ladbroke Grove, West London. This  episode includes, our hero, William Boyd reading from 'The Dream Lover', Jacqueline Walker reading from her remarkable memoir, 'Pilgrim State', and an interview with Toby Litt. There's also poetry from Francesca Beard and music from Zarif. Hosted by Patrick and Elliott.
Direct download: bookslam6.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 2:20pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 5 (featuring Julian Gough, Salena Godden, Zubz and James Yuill) The Book Slam podcast features readings, performances and interviews with authors, poets and musicians, including highlights of the monthly event at No. 12 Acklam Road, in Ladbroke Grove, West London. This  episode includes Julian Gough reading from 'Jude: Level 1', South African hip hop from Zubz, maverick poet Salena Godden, and new folktronica hero, James Yuill. Hosted by Patrick and Elliott.
Direct download: bookslam5.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 3:53pm UTC

Book Slam Podcast 4 (featuring Will Self, Richard Milward, Tawiah, The Heard and more) The Book Slam podcast features readings, performances and interviews with authors, poets and musicians, including highlights of the monthly event at No. 12 Acklam Road, in Ladbroke Grove, West London. This bumper episode includes Will Self reading from and discussing his work, Luke Wright and Joel Stickley asking 'Who Writes This Crap?', and an interview with celebrated young novelist Richard Milward. There is also live music from remarkable choir The Heard and twisted soul sensation Tawiah. Hosted by Patrick and Elliott.
Direct download: bookslam4.mp3
Category:podcasts -- posted at: 2:35pm UTC