Confessions of a Book Collector

You don’t need to be a bird enthusiast to enjoy Stephen Moss’ latest book: Ten Birds That Changed The World. In this episode we discuss the book’s captivating journey, showing how birds influence our lives and culture, from ancient civilisations to modern day.  Plus we get to know Stephen’s literary journey and how the book came to be.Order your signed first edition copy of Ten Birds That Changed The World at Goldsboro Books now.

Discover some truly amazing upcoming book releases that we’re excited about, and go behind the scenes at Goldsboro Books with bookshop manager, Rebecca. Plus, find out what can make a signed first edition so valuable and how to distinguish between an authentic signed first edition and a reprint.View David's supporting articles on what makes a signed first edition valuable and how to distinguish a genuine signed first edition between a reprint. Goldsboro Books is the leading independent bookstore specialising in signed first edition hardback books.Special thank you to the brilliant authors mentioned in this episode including: Alice Wynn , Natasha Brown Bobby Palmer, Laura Shepperson, Stephen Chbosky, Isabella Schuler, Rose Wilding, Bernard Cornwell, Laura Purcell, Tom Hanks, and Marcus Zusak. 

In season two of Confessions of a Book Collector, David shares which books, due to be published in 2023, are likely to hit the bestsellers lists, and looks back at the 2022 highlights. He’ll also be advising how to tell a first edition from a reprint, and why first editions are great long term investment projects. Not to mention some incredible interviews with authors and publishers. Subscribe now and don’t miss an episode.Looking for rare and signed first edition books? Discover our unique collection at Goldsboro Books.

Victoria Selman talks about her first standalone novel, TRULY DARKLY DEEPLY, the books she loved as a child and why she writes about serial killers, with her agent David Headley. Truly Darkly Deeply - Buy Your Copy Here12-year-old Sophie and her mother, Amelia-Rose, move to London from Massachusetts where they meet the charismatic Matty Melgren, who quickly becomes an intrinsic part of their lives. But as the relationship between the two adults fractures, a serial killer begins targeting young women with a striking resemblance to Amelia-Rose.When Matty is eventually sent down for multiple murders, questions remain as to his guilt—questions which ultimately destroy both women. Nearly twenty years later, Sophie receives a letter from Battlemouth Prison informing her Matty is dying and wants to meet. It looks like Sophie might finally get the answers she craves.But will the truth set her free—or bury her deeper?

This week New York Times bestselling author Emma Straub joins David Headley to talk about owning a bookshop, writing and the books that have influenced her.Buy your signed first edition of 'THIS TIME TOMORROW' here.

Award winning short story writer, Sean Lusk, talks about finding inspiration in travel, historical figures, clockwork automata and books.Order Sean Lusk's breathtaking debut, 'The Second Sight of Zachery Cloudesley' here.

Listen to bestselling author M W Craven talk about building a series and a brand as an author, buying books out of the back of vans and learn about his connection to Hairy Biker, Dave Myers and lead singer of Iron Maiden, Bruce Dickinson... 'The Botanist' by M W Craven is out now!

Discover an incredible journey to publication, along with the inspiration and books behind Ayanna Lloyd Banwo's wonderful debut, and how she's learning to set 'When We Were Birds' free.Order your very own stunning, signed, and spray-edged, Goldsboro Books limited edition copy of 'When We Were Birds' now.

Escape to the Golden Age and the world of Dame Agatha Christie with the author and expert who knows her best, John Curran! Listen to David Headley and John Curran talk about ‘nice murders’ and John’s favourite works and go to Agatha reads now!Pre-order the signed & dated first edition of John's book 'Agatha Christie's Murder in the Making' at Goldsboro Books. 

Ever wondered how great crime writers find the inspiration behind their novels? David Fennell shares his biggest inspirations and teases on his upcoming thriller, See No Evil.Pre-order the signed first edition of See No Evil at Goldsboro Books.