Books on the Beach

Michael Connelly

Michael Connelly is Phil's all time favourite writer. He's delighted that Michael said Yes to another interview. In this Ep, you'll hear Michael talk candidly about a life changing health event; his brand new Detective Stilwell novel, IRONWOOD; he'll outline what the brand new Bosch nobel will be about which lands this Autumn, and gives vital TV updates on Bosch, Lincoln Lawyer and Ballard. It's a Must Watch/Listen for all Michael Connelly fans obsessed with the BoschVerse!

Ardal O'Hanlon

You don't need me to tell you about Ardal O'Hanlon, right..? Stand up comedian, actor, writer. It's been a while since he gave us a Novel, though. His third - A Plot to Die For - is the first in a new series of gentle, funny, crime books. In this chat we discuss the novel, learn some Irish vernacular; we talk Fame, Celebrity and Howler Monkeys. Plus plenty of hilarious stories.

Dorothy Koomson

Dorothy Koomson has sold over three million books and is Britain's Biggest Selling Black Writer.She stops by to tell Phil all about The Quiet Girls, her brand new 22nd novel; why she's a big scaredy cat when it comes to storylines that are too sinister and why she's lovely until you cross her...then you're guaranteed to turn up in one of her books...as a Baddie..!! She's great fun. Enjoy!

Anthony Horowitz

The wonderful Anthony Horowitz chats to Phil about his new Hawthorne Thriller: A Deadly Episode. In a wide ranging chat they cover: Retirement; why his grandchildren aren't allowed to use the G word; how often Anthony misses his stop on the train because he's too busy writing on his laptop; why he has no interest in Awards Shows and which Producer he describes as 'a skunk.' He's warm, funny, engaging and Phil loved recording this chat for you. This is indeed, A Deadly Episode..!!!

Lynda La Plante

Welcome to the first ever episode of Books on the Beach. And what a woman to kick things off with. Lynda La Plante is still crafting page turning thrillers at the age of 83 years young, and in this chat she talks about why she doesn't own any of her Prime Suspect or Widows characters; her association with The Krays and life prisoner Charles Bronson; her career before writing as a jobbing actor in The Sweeney and why she has a body in her cellar..!