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Legendary British actor Brian Blessed joins Audible Studios to talk about the release of his new audiobook, The Panther in My Kitchen. In this witty and heartwarming tale of his many encounters with animals, listeners can expect to be whisked away by one of the greatest voices of our time. Following the success of his best-selling autobiography, Absolute Pandemonium: My Louder than Life Story, Brian Blessed introduces his new work and talks life, pets, animal rights and future endeavours.

Antonia Hodgson joins Robin Morgan in the Audible Studios to discuss her latest novel, A Death at Fountains Abbey.

Matt Haig joins Robin Morgan in the Audible Studios for this exclusive interview. The breadth of Matt Haig's work ranges from 2015’s Reasons to Stay Alive which explored Haig’s experience of depression, to The Last Family in England which retells Shakespeare's Henry IV, Part 1 with the protagonists as dogs. Both of these were bestsellers and the subject of great critical acclaim.

Psychologist, writer and codirector of the Department Store for the Mind Ruth Williams talks to us about the release of Washing Up Is Good for You. A charming, witty and heartwarming collaboration between artists and writers, the audiobook promotes the view that we should all attempt to lead more mindful existences. In this interview, Ruth explains how simple, everyday tasks can add peace, meaning and comfort to our daily lives.

Departures is a call to action for female explorers everywhere, and in this interview, we talk to Anna about her writing process, her favourite travel moments to date and her top tips for embarking on an enjoyable, eye-opening and life-altering solo journey.

Celebrity chef and author Prue Leith joins Robin Morgan in the Audible Studios to discuss her latest book. Born in South Africa, Prue Leith started her professional life running a catering business before opening a Michelin-starred restaurant and a cookery school. She then went on to become a household name as a journalist and television broadcaster. Over the last few years, she has enjoyed life as an author, having written cookery books, her memoirs, and works of fiction.

Journalist, author and conqueror of fears Alexandra Heminsley joins Robin Morgan in the Audible Studios to discuss the process of writing and narrating her latest book, Leap In.

Sarah Dunant joins Elise Italiaander in the Audible Studios to discuss her latest book.

Imogen Hermes Gower, author of one of the most anticipated novels of 2018, joined us to discuss this, her debut, The Mermaid and Mrs Hancock. A spellbinding story of curiosity and obsession, it is filled to the brim with intelligence, heart and wit. Listen to this exclusive interview to find out more about Imogen’s writing process and research strategies and what it was like to see the audiobook being recorded.

Visiting the Audible Studios for the first time is comedic writer and author John O'Farrell, who's here to discuss his latest title, Things Can Only Get Worse? - the much anticipated sequel to Things Can Only Get Better, a witty memoir of his 18 years as a Labour activist. Born in Maidenhead in 1962, O'Farrell has gone from the West End to satirising politicians and from standing for election to comedic scriptwriting.

Laura's personal and powerful story starts with her own diagnosis of autism at the age of 45. Her insightful book successfully exposes the myths and stereotypes of how society perceives autism and how autism does not stop you from having a career, being a mother or being a good wife. Laura's empowering book tracks the year of her life after she receives a definitive diagnosis from her doctor, as she learns that 'different' doesn't need to mean 'less' and how there is a place for all of us, and it's never too late to find it.

Author and science writer Holly Cave joins us to discuss her latest audiobook, The Memory Chamber. A suspenseful and thought-provoking contribution to speculative fiction, the novel is set in a seemingly utopian world where a heavenly afterlife can be bought, designed and tailored for each individual. In this exclusive interview, Holly talks about contemporary sci-fi and her journey as a writer.

Maddie Hickish chats to the comedian Joe Lycett in the Audible Studios. His debut book Parsnips Buttered, successfully solves all of modern life’s problems.

Author Sarah Hilary joins Sophie Plateau in the Audible Studios to discuss her latest novel.

Best-selling author Rachel Abbott joins Robin Morgan in the Audible Studios to discuss her phenomenal career. Rachel's debut thriller, Only the Innocent, was an international bestseller, reaching the number one position in the Amazon charts both in the UK and US. In 2015 Amazon celebrated the first five years of the Kindle in the UK, and announced that Rachel was the number one bestselling independent author over the five-year period. Her latest novel, Kill Me Again, is available now on Audible.

Sometimes we all spend money on things we don't really need. Imagine spending a year limiting your outgoings to only the bare essentials. Personal finance journalist Michelle McGath did exactly this, and she's documented the experience in her book The No-Spend Year, which is available now on Audible. Michelle joins Robin Morgan in the Audible Studios for an exclusive interview.

Peter Robinson visits the Audible Studios for the second time to talk about his new audiobook, Sleeping in the Ground, the 24th DCI Banks novel. He also discusses his research for the book, murder, and this year being his 30th publishing anniversary.

Debut novelist Nick Clark Windo visits the Audible Studio to talk about his new novel, The Feed. He discusses how the idea for this dystopian thriller came about and the triumphs and pitfalls of social media. The RADA-trained film producer and communications coach began his first novel at the Faber Academy's 'Write a Novel' programme. The finished novel was snapped up just 24 hours after it was submitted to publishers.

Joining us in the Audible Studios to discuss her book Cabin Fever is author and former Virgin Atlantic air stewardess Mandy Smith. We’re joined too by narrator and former cabin crew Milly Richardson. The two have been friends for years - making the ideal author and narrator duo. Having spent 12 years working as part of Virgin Atlantic’s infamous cabin crew, Mandy Smith reveals all in her behind-the-scenes memoir of life in the sky. Her risqué account has attracted readers and now listeners worldwide.

High-flying debt analyst turned Buddhist nun and now author, Emma Slade joins Robin in the Audible Studios to discuss her inspirational new novel, Set Free. It follows her real-life story after a traumatic hostage situation in Jakarta which left her reeling to her journey towards becoming a Buddhist nun. Emma had always wanted to change her life and leave her job in the City, but her recovery from the trauma in Jakarta allowed her to go travelling and explore the art of yoga and meditation.