Celebrating the written word
Terry Deary and Shappi Khorsandi talk good books with Harriett Gilbert.
Karin Slaughter answers questions about 'The Good Daughter'
Michael Rosen finds out about the different ways of describing smells around the world.
Matthew Sweet and guests discuss satire past and present.
The Scottish writer Kirstin Innes speaks to Bookclub about her second novel, Scabby Queen.
Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive. From 2019.
Roger McGough is joined by the actor comedian Alistair McGowan at the Hay Festival.
The sports presenter and screenwriter recommend books.
Ian McMillan talks poetry with Lindsey Hilsum, Richard Skinner, Kym Deyn and Cara Thompson
Daljit Nagra selects a highlight as Allan Ginsberg joins the illustrious 4 Extra 100 Club.
Can the accumulation of wealth be ethical and what can we learn from Adam Smith's enquiry?
Michael Rosen meets popular YouTuber Simon Roper, who tries to recreate how people spoke.
Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the BBC's poetry archive - with Liz Berry.
Ian McMillan brings The Verb to the Hay Festival.
Ralf Little and Susannah Fielding with readings on the subject of beauty.
Baroness Hale, Philippa Perry, Guto Harri and Simon Critchley join Shahidha Bari at Hay.
Everything you need to know about this year's story-writing competition for kids.
Judges for the competition are announced as submissions open.
The author of the Sandman comics shares the sci-fi novels that inspired him.
The actor compiled a list of his favourite comics during the recording of Anansi Boys.
Test your knowledge of the world of Harry Potter with our ultimate quiz.
Quiz time: Test your Austen knowledge to see if you qualify.
