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A Little Bit Booked

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  • Episode 23 - Nelson’s Newest Writing Festival is Indie, Underground and...Beautiful

    August 12, 2026 · 42 min

    There’s a new writing festival coming to Nelson. Beautiful Words Con 2026 runs from 1-26 September and 1-10 October online. Cofounder George Penney talks all things indie publishing, why skill sharing is so important and making writing…

  • Episode 22 - Humanity is Facing its Reflection in AI

    July 29, 2026 · 44 min

    Jenny Williams’ new psychological thriller, “House of Liars” asks what it means to create and be human in a world where technology offers the temptation of instant gratification. Books mentioned in this episode: - The House of Liars…

  • Episode 21 - Why We Reach for Some Books Again and Again – with Frazer MacDiarmid

    July 15, 2026 · 46 min

    What makes a book perfect for rereading? Does where we are in life influence how we feel about a book? Why do I keep reading books about rabbits? Frazer MacDiarmid joins to talk about what books he rereads (or doesn’t) and how those…

  • Episode 20 - For Sophie Rogers, History is Golden

    July 1, 2026 · 32 min

    Sophie Rogers’ latest novel is set in 1800s New Zealand, at the height of the gold rush. She unpicks how she brings historic characters to life, balancing detail with narrative flow and what it’s like to be crowned a Blossom Festival…

  • Episode 19 - The Back(cover) Story with Designer Todd Atticus

    June 17, 2026 · 47 min

    British artist and book cover artist Todd Atticus on his art practice, what makes a good book cover and two recent, impactful covers he designed – And How Are Things With You by Mia Farlane and The Valley by Asher Emanuel. Books mentioned…

  • Episode 18 - Sorting 400,000 Books with Peter Rigg

    June 3, 2026 · 32 min

    Friends of Founders Treasurer and book connoisseur Peter Rigg takes us behind the scenes of the highly anticipated Founders Annual Book & Record Fair, including the best book he’s ever found and how you can volunteer. Books mentioned in…

  • Episode 17 - Small Town NZ Takes Centre Stage in Slash by Gavin Strawhan

    May 20, 2026 · 43 min

    After putting his main character, the plucky Honey Chalmers, through the wringer in “The Call,” author Gavin Strawhan is back with “Slash.” He joins to talk about dialogue, developing character and the social issues that underpin his…

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About the show

A Little Bit Booked is like listening to two friends chat about their latest literary obsession. Editor and writer Claire Williamson (@accidentaltokyoite) is regularly joined by authors, book lovers, and publishing experts for in-depth interviews, reviews, and plenty of recommendations. Expect more than a bit of banter! Have a burning books question? Email alittlebitbookednz@gmail.com.