Literary critic and author John Sutherland explores the rich history of insomnia in literature and the battle that so many writers, including himself, seem to have with sleep. Show more
The Darkest Hour: Series on sleeplessness. Author AL Kennedy explores why, ever since childhood, she has always found the nights too thrilling and full of possibility for sleep. Show more
Poet, author and broadcaster Michael Symmons Roberts examines why he has been so fascinated by insomnia and why so many poets have taken inspiration from sleeplessness. Show more
Juliet Stevenson looks back on her own struggle with insomnia, both as an actor and mother, and asks why a creative life often means a life in search of sleep. Show more
