Celebrating the written word
Daljit Nagra selects another highlight from the 麻豆社's poetry archive.
Our journey takes us from wind and water via the Miller's song to dark, satanic mills.
Colwill Brown's powerful story is a contender for the 麻豆社 National Short Story Award.
Neil Forsyth and Neil Oliver join Harriett Gilbert to discuss favourite books.
From Elgar, Missy Mazzoli and Mussorgsky's musical images to Darcy and Dorian Gray.
Andrew Miller is the first wrier in contention for the 20th 麻豆社 National Short Story Award
Ian McMillan hosts Simon Armitage, Helen Mort and Katharine Goda, with music from LYR.
Bill Bailey and his band perform his favourite songs and readings at the 麻豆社 Radio Theatre
We celebrate the Twelve Days of Christmas with music, readings, gold rings and pear trees.
Testament's festive guests are Jackie Kay, Brian Bilston, John Hegley and Sam Lee.
A special episode to mark the Jane Austen anniversary with the actress Emma Thompson.
Is idleness ever a virtue? Matthew Sweet investigates.
Poet Gwyneth Lewis and author Annabel Abbs join Harriett to talk favourite books.
Featuring music listened to and played by Jane Austen, from adaptations and in her novels.
Bestselling author Philippa Gregory joins to discuss The Other Boleyn Girl
Matthew Sweet and guests ask who makes history and debate arguments in the Reith lectures.
More reading recommendations from two guests.
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.
