Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books.

We are joined by Izzy Broom who talks about her book The House of Hidden letters which takes place on a Greek island.  We are also joined by Jenny Uglow who is talking about Gilbert White and his lifelong observations. Why soldiers took copies into the trenches.

Local author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly of One Tree Books immerse you in a monthly indulgence of literature, storytelling and the world of books.
We are joined by Izzy Broom who talks about her book The House of Hidden letters which takes place on a Greek island.&nbsp; We are also joined by Jenny Uglow who is talking about Gilbert White and his lifelong observations. Why soldiers took copies into the trenches.

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We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.

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Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at https://shineradio.uk, email team@shineradio.uk or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.

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Local stories, local voices and local information from Petersfield.
We cover community news, culture, nature, history, events and entertainment in the South Downs market town of Petersfield in Hampshire, UK.
This feed includes all our on-demand audio. Find our more specific feeds by searching "Petersfield" on your  favourite podcast app.
Shine Radio is the radio station made by you. Share your stories or join our volunteer team. Find out more at <a href="https://shineradio.uk">https://shineradio.uk</a>, email <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call Petersfield 01730 555 500.
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Published author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly explore their love of books, the joy of stories and the craft of writing from inside Tim's independent book shop in Petersfield.

Petersfield's Shine Radio makes a new edition of Talking Books on the second Monday of each month.

Contact Suzie and Tim via email at team@shineradio.uk or call 01730 555 500.

Published author Suzie Wilde and Tim O'Kelly explore their love of books, the joy of stories and the craft of writing from inside Tim's independent book shop in Petersfield.
Petersfield's Shine Radio makes a new edition of Talking Books on the second Monday of each month.
Contact Suzie and Tim via email at <a href="mailto:team@shineradio.uk">team@shineradio.uk</a> or call 01730 555 500.

A love of books, the joy of stories and the craft of writing

Talking Books with Suzie Wilde & Tim O'Kelly

Talking Books - May 2026

An event on Tuesday 25 August at Petersfield Museum and Art Gallery thanked people who bought an engraved brick.

The audience was treated to a talk by local historian Bill Gosney who enthusiastically told the story of the 15 year quest to build the museum in the Victorian Police Station and Court House from its previous storage location on The Spain.

Chairman of Trustees, Jeremy Mitchell, speaks to Mike Waddington about the importance of campaigns like this and the support it brings. 

He also talks about some of their collections -- like the Don Eades photography collection and some missing wedding photos.

And he reminds us Daniel Day Lewis is a patron of the Museum.

We also hear from two people who bought a brick.

See also: Photography Collection | Petersfield Museum

 

An event on Tuesday 25 August at Petersfield Museum and Art Gallery thanked people who bought an engraved brick.
The audience was treated to a talk by local historian Bill Gosney who enthusiastically told the story of the 15 year quest to build the museum in the Victorian Police Station and Court House from its previous storage location on The Spain.
Chairman of Trustees, Jeremy Mitchell, speaks to Mike Waddington about the importance of campaigns like this and the support it brings.&nbsp;
He also talks about some of their collections -- like the Don Eades photography collection and some missing wedding photos.
And he reminds us Daniel Day Lewis is a patron of the Museum.
We also hear from two people who bought a brick.
See also: <a href="https://www.petersfieldmuseum.co.uk/collections/photography-collection">Photography Collection | Petersfield Museum</a>
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Museum Brick Appeal raises £11,000

Jenny Ellis from Slade Lane in Rogate, known for the Asparagus...

 

Grew up on Slade lane where most of her immediate family lived and live on talks about Petersfield and community...

Jenny Ellis from Slade Lane in Rogate, known for the Asparagus...
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Grew up on Slade lane where most of her immediate family lived and live on talks about Petersfield and community...

Rogate born gal from Slade lane talks about living in Petersfield and growing up in such an iconic community town

Jen is the 28 year old manager of the Black Sheep Pub on Sheep Street just off the square where she, with her partner and two children, wants to prove a success. 

She talks to Mike Waddington about the Sports Bar and how community events help all Petersfield pubs - all of which she thinks are good, with different and varied offerings, and visits them herself wiith her family. 

She welcomes the return of the Festival and hopes for more.

They run many events and the Bank Holiday Weekend is an important time for them

She has worked security herself, wants the pub to be a good neighbour and offers a listening ear for those with troubles as well as the 'Ask Angela' safety initiative.

Jen is the 28 year old manager of the Black Sheep Pub on Sheep Street just off the square where she, with her partner and two children, wants to prove a success.&nbsp;
She talks to Mike Waddington about the Sports Bar and how community events help all Petersfield pubs - all of which she thinks are good, with different and varied offerings, and visits them herself wiith her family.&nbsp;
She welcomes the return of the Festival and hopes for more.
They run many events and the Bank Holiday Weekend is an important time for them
She has worked security herself, wants the pub to be a good neighbour and offers a listening ear for those with troubles as well as the 'Ask Angela' safety initiative.

Talking Books - May 2026

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