Julia Donaldson

Creator of "The Gruffalo," Julia Donaldson explores the archives of the British Library, selecting a host of profound books that have inspired her.

Musician Alison Balsom takes a personal tour of the British Library, unearthing charts made for Tudor royalty and the actual ink of Leonardo da Vinci and Thomas Hardy.

Following a line-up of famous faces as they select their favorite items from the institution's archives; guest stars take viewers on a personal tour of the British Library's collection as they share their own interests, life stories and passions.