Shefford Series

Audiobook

Mary Queen of Scots

Audiobook

British Royals

Audiobook

Royal Family: Behind The Crown

Audiobook

The Queen and Prince Philip: The Early Years

Audiobook

American Princess: The Love Story of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry

Audiobook

The Beauty of the Mist

Audiobook

Queen Victoria's Children

Audiobook

Royal Romances: The True Stories of the Loves and Lives of Famous Royal Families

Audiobook

The Real Queen Charlotte: Inside the Real Bridgerton Court

Audiobook

A Magnificent Obsession: Victoria, Albert, and the Death That Changed the British Monarchy

Audiobook

Elizabeth of York

Audiobook

Monarchy: From the Middle Ages to Modernity

Audiobook

Iron, Fire and Ice: The Real History that Inspired Game of Thrones

Audiobook

Children of Time: The After Cilmeri Series

Audiobook

The Lost Queen: The Life & Tragedy of the Prince Regent's Daughter

Audiobook

The Queen: History in an Hour

Audiobook

Lancaster and York

Audiobook series

Ladies in Waiting (Byrd)

Audiobook

Matriarch: Queen Mary and the House of Windsor

Audiobook

Edward II: The Unconventional King

Audiobook

Our Tempestuous Day: A History of Regency England

Audiobook

The Wild Irish: A Novel of Elizabeth I and the Pirate O'Malley

Audiobook

Traitor King: The Scandalous Exile of the Duke & Duchess of Windsor

Audiobook

The Ring and the Crown

Audiobook

The Betrayal of Mary, Queen of Scots: Elizabeth I and Her Greatest Rival

Audiobook

Queen Victoria

Audiobook

Young Elizabeth: The Making of the Queen

Audiobook series

Hester and Crow

Audiobook

Bosworth Field and Flodden Field: The History and Legacy of the Decisive Battles that Ended the Middle Ages in the British Isles

Audiobook

The First Kingdom

Audiobook

It Ends with Us

Audiobook

Outlander

Audiobook

The Hunger Games

Audiobook

Twisted Love

Audiobook

A Court of Silver Flames

Audiobook

Confess

Audiobook

Ugly Love

Audiobook

November 9: A Novel

Audiobook

Slammed: A Novel

Audiobook

It Starts with Us: A Novel

Audiobook

The Duke and I

Audiobook

Winter Garden

Audiobook

One Last Stop

Audiobook

An American Marriage: A Novel

Audiobook

The Idea of You

Audiobook

The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure (The "Good Parts" Version)

Audiobook

Red, White & Royal Blue: A Novel

Audiobook

Maybe Someday

Audiobook

One True Loves: A Novel

Audiobook

The Soulmate Equation

Audiobook

A Touch of Darkness

Audiobook

When We Believed in Mermaids: A Novel

Audiobook

Pride and Prejudice: Classic Tales Edition

Audiobook

Without Merit: A Novel

Audiobook

All Your Perfects: A Novel

Audiobook

The Never King

Audiobook

Twisted Games

Audiobook

Home: the most moving and heartfelt novel you'll read this year

Audiobook

Go Tell the Bees That I Am Gone

Audiobook

When He Was Wicked

Podcast episode

The Red Lodge by H R Wakefield

Podcast episode

Women of the Anarchy: War of the Two Matildas

Podcast episode

The Seige of Loyalty House: The dramatic two year siege of Basing House.

Podcast episode

The Advent Calendar: Clare Jackson: In this special Advent Calendar mini-episode, we were joined by Clare Jackson, author of Devil Land, an epic chronicle of England during its bloody 17th century, perhaps the most turbulent time in its history. Jackson spoke to us gleefully about the...

Podcast episode

Belvoir Special Ep. 1: Meet My Mum

Podcast episode

Wives and Daughters, by Elizabeth Gaskell. Part I.

Podcast episode

Wives and Daughters, by Elizabeth Gaskell. Part II.

Podcast episode

Wives and Daughters, by Elizabeth Gaskell. Part VI.

Podcast episode

Wives and Daughters, by Elizabeth Gaskell. Part V.

Podcast episode

Wives and Daughters, by Elizabeth Gaskell. Part IV.

Podcast episode

Wives and Daughters, by Elizabeth Gaskell. Part III.

Podcast episode

Lady Cara Willoughby of Birdsall House: Episode Description: In this week’s episode, the Duchess journeys to the beautiful Birdsall House to meet Lady Cara Willoughby. In the show, Lady Cara tells the Duchess about the incredible, swashbuckling life story of Britain’s most reckless naval officer, Lady Cara reveals how Jane Austen was influenced by Birdsall in her novels, and the ladies explore more ghostly-goings-on in heritage. Top Quotes:"Living in heritage you become extremely aware through portraits on the wall, and the history of the family, that you are a very small link in the chain and, therefore, you inherit it, you do what you feel is right in your generation, and you hand it on." - Lady Cara"As custodians, we are guardians of the house." - Lady Cara"In heritage you always seem to be planning your life for your death." - Duchess"The magic of Downton Abbey and The Crown is that they show these houses to be full of riches and staff but, of course, now they are not at all. We as

Podcast episode

The Countess of Mansfield of Scone Palace: Episode Description:In this episode, the Duchess talks to the Countess of Mansfield, of the historic Scone Palace in Scotland. Lady Mansfield and the Duchess enjoy a wonderful conversation, where we hear the moving story of one of Britain’s first black aristocrats. Listeners learn about the 'Stone of Destiny' and the role Scone played as the crowing site of Scottish King's, and Lady Mansfield explains the origins behind one of Scone’s great treasures: Marie Antoinette’s writing desk. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“These houses need life. They need people. They only come alive when people are in them.” - the Countess of Mansfield“In a stately home you become a jack of all trades. You’re always juggling. The most important thing is attention to detail.” - the Countess of Mansfield “You are walking in the footsteps of

Podcast episode

This Week in Royal History: February 12-18

Podcast episode

Welcome to Duchess Season 2: Welcome back to Season 2 of Duchess! - the podcast where the Duchess of Rutland explores the historic homes of Great Britain, and meets the inspiring women who lead them today. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you. Stately homes are manors, palaces, and castles of great historic significance. They were built by the finest architects, adorned with the finest treasures and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. They homed the most powerful families and, with their wealth and social pedigree, shaped the world we live in today. Emma grew up far away from the aristocracy but her life changed forever when she married her husband - the 11th Duke of Rutland - and moved into Belvoir Castle. At once Emma became both a Duchess and custodian of one of Britain's most important buildings. The Duchess wanted to learn more about this world, these homes, and the ot

Podcast episode

S1.61 Edward VIII (Abdication Crisis): In 1936, a very different character came to the throne in the shape of Edward VIII. He was handsome, charismatic and a modern man with modern interests. Unfortunately, he was also in love with a twice-divorced American, Wallis Simpson, at a time when...

Podcast episode

The Duchess of Fife of Kinnaird Castle: Episode Description:In this episode, Emma Rutland meets another Duchess: Caroline, Duchess of Fife. Emma Rutland learns about the estate’s rebellious history, the magnificent art collection in the castle, and the many groundbreaking conservation projects developed on the estate. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you.Top Quotes:“In these houses, we are only as able as the team around us. They are precious to you.” - Emma Rutland“Running these homes; making people happy. It is a joy.” - the Duchess of Fife“Despite everything, these houses survive.” - Emma Rutland“The environmental crisis is the biggest threat to us today. Conservation in these stately homes is crucial.” - Emma Rutland“When people look at these buildings, there’s a great sense of stability. That life goes on.” - Emma RutlandAbout the Guest and Stately Home:Caroline Bunting m

Podcast episode

Wives of James V: Madeleine of Valois and Marie of Guise (Queens Series)

Podcast episode

Welcome to Duchess Season 3: Welcome back to Season 3 of Duchess! - the podcast where the Duchess of Rutland explores the historic homes of Great Britain and Ireland, and meets the inspiring women who lead them today. Have you ever watched Bridgerton, The Crown or Downton Abbey and wondered what it's really like to be a Duchess? If so, this is the podcast for you. Stately homes are manors, palaces, and castles of great historic significance. They were built by the finest architects, adorned with the finest treasures and surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. They homed the most powerful families and, with their wealth and social pedigree, shaped the world we live in today. Emma grew up far away from the aristocracy but her life changed forever when she married her husband - the 11th Duke of Rutland - and moved into Belvoir Castle. At once Emma became both a Duchess and custodian of one of Britain's most important buildings. The Duchess wanted to learn more about this world, these homes

Podcast episode

Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott ~ Full Audiobook: Ivanhoe by Sir Walter Scott audiobook. Follows the fortunes of the son of a noble Saxon family in Norman England as he woos his lady, disobeys his father, and is loved by another. Set in late 12C England and in Palestine with Richard Cœur-de-Lion at ...

Podcast episode

The Royal Family & WW1

Podcast episode

Devil-Land: England Under Siege 1588-1688: Why was England known as "Devil-Land" in the 17th century? Could it have been the seditious rebellion, religious extremism and royal collapse? Dr. Clare Jackson explains all.

Podcast episode

Lady Ashcombe of Sudeley Castle: Lady Ashcombe / Sudeley Castle and GardensEpisode Description: This week on Duchess, the Duchess of Rutland travels to the historic Sudeley Castle and Gardens to meet Lady Ashcombe. In the show, Lady Ashcombe speaks candidly about the impact of the tragic loss of her husband so early into her life custodian, the Duchess gets a background on the castle’s immense royal history, and Lady Ashcombe describes the tales of ghostly monarchs that are said to walk Sudeley’s halls today. Top Quotes:"How many times have these grey suited individuals told you it isn't possible but the will of the chatelaine overcomes all." - Duchess"You need to protect the home and it's contents because without the art that's on the walls these houses don't tell the story they were meant to. It all represents layers of history and we are just a moment in time - preserving, protecting and defending." - Duchess"Sudeley Castle, and places like it, belong to the culture. Even though Sud

Podcast episode

The Rise & Fall of the de la Pole Family: The fascinating story of the dynasty that played a central role in the Wars of the Roses.

Podcast episode

Royal Castles & Palaces of England: Medieval (1/3)

Podcast episode

Duchess, A Christmas Special from Belvoir Castle: Episode Description: On this very special festive episode of the podcast, our Duchess is joined by her daughter Eliza to speak about their historic home: Belvoir Castle. In the show, the Duchess reveals all about her own background, we learn about Belvoir’s ‘forbidden place’, the ladies discuss the chilling ghostly encounters they’ve had in their home, and we hear why it's so magical to spend Christmas in a castle. Top Quotes:"I've felt, from every woman I've met through making this podcast, such a great sense of passion and duty." - The Duchess"On that very sofa in this room, Winston Churchill was sat when he heard of King Edward VIII's abdication. Aunt Hersey always remembered the tears rolling down his cheeks." - The Duchess"One of the unique things that has happened with covid is that people have reconnected with their big house on the hill. We've had this huge surge in people local to us reconnecting with Belvoir again. That has be

Podcast episode

AF-769: Mary II: The Queens of England: Mary II was Queen of England in the later 1600s. She was crowned and ruled jointly with her husband, Prince William of Orange. This is the only fully equal joint monarchy in English history. Mary came by the throne most unusually, as well. This is her...

Podcast episode

Athelstan: Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the reign of Athelstan, the first king of all England.

Podcast episode

Athelstan: Melvyn Bragg and guests discuss the reign of Athelstan, the first king of all England.

Podcast episode

Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots: Rival Queens: Professor Suzannah Lipscomb goes to the British Library in London to visit a stunning exhibition on cousins Elizabeth I and Mary, Queen of Scots, which uses original documents to show how paranoia turned sisterly affection to suspicion.