“For me, audio books was about when you can't actually physically get hold of a book, like when you're driving. It's a fantastic companion on a long journey.”

English musician, comedian, actor and television presenter

Bill Bailey is an English musician, comedian, actor and television presenter. He is known for his stand-up work, his role as Manny in the sitcom Black Books, and frequent appearances on panel shows such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Have I Got News for You, and QI. He combines comedy with music and plays a variety of instruments in performance. His work is often associated with musical humour, improvisation, and television panel appearances, alongside his longer career in stand-up and acting.