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What Should I Read Next? is the show for every reader who has ever finished a book and faced the problem of not knowing what to read next. Each week, Anne Bogel, of the blog Modern Mrs Darcy, interviews a reader about the books they love, the books they hate, and the books they're reading now. Then, she makes recommendations about what to read next. The real purpose of the show is to help YOU find your next read. To learn more or apply to be on the show visit whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com.
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Book Gang

Amy Allen Clark

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Are you looking for your next book recommendation? This book podcast celebrates debuts, backlist, and under-the-radar book selections. Expand your book stack with these recommendations and look at the book industry behind the scenes with Amy Allen Clark (MomAdvice.com). She shares the microphone with her favorite writers and bookstagrammers to help you have your best reading year ever.
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Feminist Book Club: The Podcast

www.feministbookclub.com

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Feminist Book Club is the premier online hub for intersectional readers and anyone who wants to infuse their bookshelves with social justice. We encourage resistance through reading with our blog, podcast, events, and our signature monthly subscription box.
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Books I Make My Husband Read

Jon & Kristy King-Pritzl

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Join us for a hilarious and heartfelt journey as one book-loving wife curates an unexpected reading list for her husband. With each episode, dive into lively discussions, humorous debates, and surprising insights on the books she just has to make him read. It’s a book club with a twist—and you’re invited!
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Plot Twist, Please

Susannah, Beth and Cass

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Welcome to Plot Twist, Please – the ultimate bookish podcast for readers who love deep discussions, honest book reviews, and trending BookTok favourites. We talk fantasy books, romance books, thrillers, YA series, and everything in between whilst sipping on our favourite cocktails. From old favourites to the latest viral reads, we’re here for all the plot twists. ✨ Weekly episodes featuring book recommendations, character analysis, and spoiler-filled discussions. If you love BookTok, BookTub ...
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Book Barn Book Club

Lasha and Lanie

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Welcome to the Book Barn Book Club! Join your hosts, Lasha and Lanie, as we discuss our monthly book club selections, share our thoughts on titles from our personal libraries, and have candid conversations with special guests! You can also look forward to our adorable "Library for Littles" episodes. Tune in as two longtime friends chat about books, authors, friendships, and anything else that comes to mind. We hope to help you discover your next great read and keep your bookmarks bouncing! N ...
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Dads on Books

Michael Walker & David Patrick

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Dads on Books is a podcast hosted by David Patrick and Mike Walker. The 2 dads discuss books, focusing on those read by their children and sometimes revisiting titles from their own childhoods. The podcast showcases their personal connections to the books and how their perspectives have changed as parents.
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Strange and Beautiful Book Club

Strange and Beautiful Network

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Long time partners, Rachel and Matt, bring their unique blend of wit and weirdness to the worlds of sci-fi, horror, and fantasy. From quirky movie reviews to lively book discussions, they keep you entertained and informed with their mature humor and infectious enthusiasm. Join them as they chase their little nerd hearts through the genres they love.
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Besties and the Books Podcast

Besties and the Books

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We’re Ashley and Liz, two real-life besties who’ve loved books since we first learned to read, so naturally, we started a podcast! We would say the rest is history but in actuality, it's just the beginning. So come join us in the next chapter of our lives as we introduce ourselves, and laugh our way through the world of books with a focus on Fantasy, Romantasy, and Dark Romance. Of course we have love for all book genres, but those are our absolute favorites! Don't be shy, subscribe! New Pod ...
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talk lit, get hit

talk lit, get hit

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hello and welcome to talk lit, get hit. the book podcast for recovering book snobs where we read viral books the internet won’t shut up about and rate them lit or shit. we’re your hosts bridget and laura, lovers of sad girl fiction and tragic endings - fearers of smut, urban fantasy and the “who did this to you?” trope. join us as we pick apart all the books the internet loves and embark on a journey to figure out why.
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Sarah's Bookshelves Live

Sarah Dickinson | Sarah's Bookshelves

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Sarah's Bookshelves Live is a weekly show featuring real talk about books and book recommendations from a featured guest. Each week, Sarah of the blog Sarah's Bookshelves will talk with her guest about: - 2 OLD BOOKS THEY LOVE - 2 NEW BOOKS THEY LOVE - 1 BOOK THEY DON'T LOVE - AND 1 NEW RELEASE THEY'RE EXCITED ABOUT I'm getting real about all things books and serving you up a bit of snark on the side.
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The Curious Cat Bookshop Podcast

Stacy Whitman/The Curious Cat Bookshop

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The Curious Cat Bookshop is the independent bookstore of Winsted, CT, offering curation, selection, expertise, and a place to meet with bookish friends at our book clubs, author events, and storytimes. This podcast is our in-store events feed, combined with remote interviews with authors who live elsewhere. We help you satisfy your curiosity in a community of readers--bringing the authors of Connecticut to the world, and the authors of the world to northwest Connecticut.
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Books for Men

Douglas Vigliotti

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Do you enjoy reading but can't find the time? "Books for Men" is the perfect literary podcast for men in a hurry who want to read more and diversify their reading habits. In short episodes, every Monday, host and author Douglas Vigliotti, spotlights a different book that men will enjoy, sharing everything from novels to nonfiction, literary classics to self-help, crime fiction to memoirs, and providing key quotes and insights on authors, themes, writing styles, storytelling techniques, and l ...
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Same Book, 3 Time Zones

Renée A. Moses, Bridgette Gethers, Telicia Hammonds

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Black Romance Book Review Podcast. We choose a book each month and discuss it in full detail. SPOILERS are to be expected. If you want to listen, we highly recommend reading the book of the month first. We love Black romance books so much that we had to share our thoughts about these stories. Our goal is to read as many new authors (or at least new to us) as we can. Join us each month and maybe you'll discover your next favorite author!
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At Tea, Tales, and Tomes we are living our favourite lives talking books and drinking hot beverages. So grab your cuppa and join us in this gentle corner of the audio world - a community of readers, raising readers. Join us fortnightly, on a Wednesday, for all the wonder of kids books shelves that adults will also find delight in. I will give you hints and tips on how to raise bookdragons and provide you will tons of great book recommendations that are long-lasting shelf occupiers. Check out ...
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The Literary Lamppost

Caitlin and Ashley

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✨Along with Caitlin’s analysis and Ashley’s imagination, wander through the world of stories and their meaning in our world. ✨ 📚Inspired by another iconic lamppost from classic literature, this podcast aims to shed light on some of the most important things going on in the world through the lens of literature. We explore family, friendships, religion, government, society, and other issues found in the pages of our favourite books, from classics to booktok. We hope you will join us on this ad ...
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Books Unbound

Ariel Bissett & Raeleen Lemay

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Unbinding books to get to their hearts! Ariel Bissett and Raeleen Lemay discuss the books they've read, the books they've bought, and recommend books to listeners every week!
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Hey! read this.

Becca Howell and Victoria Aslanides

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Enthusiastic conversations about books with friends! Hosts Becca and Victoria ask their very cool guests to recommend any book or written work that they want to talk about, we then read and talk about it. Pretty simple right?
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Bookmarks & Dog Ears

Rotterdamsch Leeskabinet, Berrie Vugts, Elsbeth van der Ploeg

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Een podcast over leesliefde. Berrie Vugts en Elsbeth van der Ploeg spreken studenten, wetenschappers en medewerkers van Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam over leesgewoontes en dierbare boeken. Het Rotterdamsch Leeskabinet, de humaniorabibliotheek op campus Woudestein.
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In "The Ascendant Mage," Elysia Starweaver feels an inexplicable call from the enchanted Whispering Woods, a place steeped in ancient magic and mystery. As she embarks on a journey of self-discovery alongside her steadfast companion Thorne Blackwood, their bond is put to the test when dark forces emerge, threatening not only her newfound powers but the very essence of their world. Together, they must navigate the delicate balance between destiny and choice, unraveling secrets that could eith ...
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Ask Penguin

Penguin Books UK

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What should I read next? Ask Penguin is the podcast where your quirkiest, trickiest, and most urgent book questions get answered. Hosted by Rhianna Dhillon, we bring bestselling authors and Penguin insiders to explore some of your favourite books and discover new ones that you are yet to read. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all designed around diverse readers and across all genres.
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Welcome to the Youtini Canon Book Club! Join Emmi, JG, and Hannah as they discuss each new release in the vast world of Star Wars Canon literature. This podcast takes a close look at the plot points, character arcs, and the rich lore of each new Star Wars book about 2-4 weeks after they hit the shelves. We dig deep into each new Canon entry, so we recommend you read each book or comic before listening to our episode. Brew yourself a cup of caf, get cozy, and join the conversation with the Yo ...
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The Okie Bookcast is dedicated to helping curious readers like you find your next great read by connecting you to Oklahoma authors and stories. The show features monthly interviews with contributors to the reading life of Oklahoma - it might be an author, publisher, librarian, reader, bookseller, or other figure. In addition to interviews, the show has a monthly book conversation full of reviews and recommendations. New episodes drop on the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Connect with ...
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Book Wise

BookClub.com

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Welcome to Book Wise, where we explore leadership through books. Books are “uniquely portable magic” (Stephen King) and “mirrors of the soul” (Virginia Woolf). From BookClub.com, host Britt Brewer (with guest host appearances from CEO Jonathan Munk) helps you find the next book that stops you in your tracks… and just might shape your life and career.
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Queerly Recommended

Queerly Recommended

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Book reviewer, Tara Scott, and award-winning author, Kris Bryant, discuss queer books, movies, TV shows, graphic novels and narrow down selections for listeners. Grab a glass of wine, dram of whisky, or cup of coffee and join them as they suggest to you, the listener, and to each other, something wonderfully queer and inspiring to check out.
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Better Words

Michelle Gately & Caitlin Toohey

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A podcast for readers who want to know the stories behind the pages 📖 Join Caitlin and Michelle, two book nerds who bring you in-depth conversations about writing and publishing from those on the inside. Grab a cuppa and get ready to chat books.
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Welcome to "Reeding Between the Lines," your go-to podcast for all things books! Featuring Ahren, Sara, and Nicole Reed. A brother, sister, and mother with different tastes but the same passion for reading. Join us as we explore, review, and debate books from every genre. Ready to dive into your next great read?@reedingpod
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Fiction Between Friends

Josephine Angelini, Aileen Calderon, Alisa Hilfinger, Lauren Sanchez

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Part book club, part podcast, Fiction Between Friends is a celebration of how a really good book can come into your life and change it. No scathing reviews or negative commentary, just great books and engaging conversations. Hosted by four childhood friends from the suburbs of Massachusetts, each episode covers either four books they’ve loved from the past, or a new release that just hit the bookshelves. It is an idyllic place for bibliophiles to rekindle their love for an old favorite or fi ...
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Welcome to the HoloGraham Media Club Podcast. We're Will, Gavin, Aaron, Andy, and a few guests. We're a few cousins and friends that enjoy speculative fiction, sci-fi movies, and all things geeky. We focus on books but we'll talk about movies, TV, and nerd culture in general. Grab a Blue Milk, some Hagro Biscuit, and give yourself to the dork side. Interested in joining us for a session? Have a book you'd like to recommend? Get in touch.
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Sexy Freedom Media Podcast

Helen Edwards and January Liddell

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Welcome to Sexy Freedom Media Podcast! Brought to you by Entrepreneurial Empowered Hosts, Helen Edwards & January Liddell. SFM Podcast breaks boundaries and dares to defy the odds. Join us, along with featured guests, as we explore topics that include everything from Sex, Science, Spirituality and Adventures to Self Awareness, Money, Making Moves, Life Goals, and more. For more about us: https://linktr.ee/sexyfreedommedia
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Quit Smoking Today Podcast

Certified Hypnotist & Cognitive Behavioral Coach Helps You to Quit Smoking

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Do you want to know how to quit smoking? You have found the right podcast! My name is Sebastian and I'm excited to share the best ways on how to stop smoking naturally with you. The tips I share with you are based on science, my experience as a coach, and my experience as a certified hypnotist. In my episodes, I proudly recommend supplements that can help you to experience less stress and to recover your lungs while you are learning how to quit smoking cold turkey. Every now and then I might ...
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Between the Reads

Audra Russell

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Dive deep into enlightening conversations with today's most compelling Black Indie and traditionally published authors. Explore diverse narratives and the voices shaping Black literature.
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Romance Recs

Jordan, Devonnie, & Christina

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We're 3 romance obsessed besties sharing book recs broken down by genres and tropes, so you can be sure you’re getting exactly what you want out of your next read. We do the research so you don’t have to. You'll find new indie authors, the hottest new releases, interviews, and more. Our different tastes make sure we’ve got something for everyone here at Romance Recs. Mature content is discussed.
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The Daily Stoic

Daily Stoic | Backyard Ventures

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For centuries, all sorts of people—generals and politicians, athletes and coaches, writers and leaders—have looked to the teachings of Stoicism to help guide their lives. Each day, author and speaker Ryan Holiday brings you a new lesson about life, inspired by the thoughts and writings of great Stoic thinkers like Marcus Aurelius and Seneca the Younger. Daily Stoic Podcast also features Q+As with listeners and interviews with notable figures from sports, academia, politics, and more. Learn m ...
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Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books. Toxic friendships, secret games, and deadly consequences. Alissa Lee’s debut takes domestic suspense into dark academia territory — and I couldn’t put it down, eve…
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Send us a text It’s that time of year again! Time to react to AITA Halloween Stories, time to put on our special surprise wigs, try not to laugh at literally everything we say, and give you guys the spoiler free Halloween rundown! We’ve got a spooky season fave and fail including a holiday meet cute, and the official Scream House, a smash or pass (…
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We're back with another series of book recommendations as submitted by our listeners! PLUS: Breaking news from Abigail, recent reads, Mate reactions, the Louvre heist (???) and more chaos! BOOK REC LINKS: Heated Rivalry The Long Game COZY MYSTERIES: Wrong Place Wrong Time Famous Last Words Everyone in my Family Has Killed Someone You Can Run Statio…
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Text the Bookcast and say "hi"! It's the October edition of YNGR! This month we are celebrating spooky season with our forever October guest - author Stacey Kade (AKA S.A. Barnes)! Plenty of horror and thriller reads at a variety of scare levels to finish out your October TBR. We also get a quick rundown of Stacey's new book, Death's Daughter (preo…
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Feeling ghoulish? We have an expertly curated reading list for you! Mhairie and Mother Horror herself, Sadie Hartmann, share some of their horror book recommendations, using the format and trope categories from Sadie's new book, Feral and Hysterical. Books and Resources Mentioned: Feral and Hysterical Mother Horror's Ultimate Reading Guide to Dark …
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After recording their episode for The Daily Stoic Podcast, Ryan took Pete Holmes on the usual post-interview tour of The Painted Porch. Let’s just say Pete had some thoughts about a few of Ryan’s book picks... Here is the FULL list of books Ryan recommended to Pete: https://www.thepaintedporch.com/collections/pete-holmes 🎥 Prefer video? You can wat…
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Send us a text Today we continue our coverage of the Wicked 5-book universe by Gregory Maguire with book two: Son of a Witch! We’re diving into political fantasy like we never have before, just in time to watch Wicked for Good with all of you! Check out our kickoff “Are Books Political" episode all about why books and reading are inherently politic…
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Running isn’t just good exercise, it’s Stoicism in motion. In part two of Ryan’s conversation with Nick Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic, they talk about how running mirrors the daily discipline of Stoic philosophy, the decline of expertise in modern life, the one decision Marcus Aurelius made that changed history, and what the Stoics might have gotte…
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Send us a text The ladies of sb3tz discuss the book of the month. 2025 August's Book of the Month is Trick Me, Treat Me by Thee Tasha Marie. *If you haven't read the book, we always recommend doing that first before listening. We talk about EVERYTHING! Check out our written reviews instead -- bit.ly/sb3tzBoM71 Music - More Peace, More Love, More Li…
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In this episode we chat about Making History by K.J. Parker. This book is a quick read about how history gets built (quite literally in this case) and how the truth comes to be the truth. Thanks for listening! Let us know what you think of the book if you read it (you should read it) on instagram @heyreadthispod Our music was composed by James Alle…
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In this episode, Dr. Ashwin Guha reviews an interesting spy novel, "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy" written by former spy and author, John Le Carre. A 1974 spy novel, it involves the protagonist spymaster George Smiley, uncovering a Soviet mole in the British Secret Intelligence Service. The novel has received critical acclaim and was followed by The Ho…
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Happy Halloween, and welcome to Episode 42 of the HoloGraham Media Club Podcast! This month, we're joined by friend of the pod John Paul Murray to talk about the delightful holiday classic, A Night in the Lonesome October by Roger Zelazny. Next month, we're tackling Will's pick, World War Z by Max Brooks. Got a book you want to discuss? Drop an ema…
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Today is Halloween here in America, a holiday of fun and mischief for children—masks, candy, and staying up late. But tomorrow, in Mexico, begins Día de los Muertos, a holiday more aimed at adults and with deeper philosophical roots. 🪙 Memento Mori | We have a collection of items in the Daily Stoic store to help you in your own memento mori practic…
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Take a crash course in Gothic fiction with Junie author Erin Crosby Eckstine as we trace the genre's origins, evolution, and enduring allure. Erin returns to Book Gang to share what surprised her most about debut life and what she's learned about balancing writing, book promotion, and an ever-growing TikTok community. Then, we dive deep into the ee…
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In this episode, Narelle is talking about why she recommends The Fault Between Us by Stephanie Landsem to historical fiction readers who like Christian fiction novels. Visit Narelle’s website to learn more about the book and her recommendations for Stephanie Landsem’s books — at narelleatkins.com The Fault Between Us by Stephanie Landsem In a Far-O…
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MINI POD! Luxury ships, love triangles, and late-state capitalism, oh my! In this mini episode, Jordy dives into An Ocean Apart by Jill Tew, a feminist dystopia that asks what happens when the world's elite sail away from the chaos they've created, and one girl decides to sink the system from within. Support and follow our host! Follow Jordy: Insta…
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This week on Off The Shelf, Morgann shares her favourite romance audiobooks from swoony classics to laugh-out-loud romcoms to sweeping romantasy worlds. Here’s what we dive into: Classics, reimagined: How Audible’s Pride and Prejudice full-cast performance breathes new life into Darcy, Lizzy, and every swoon-worthy moment. Modern love on audio: Why…
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Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books. This episode was originally published on March 11, 2023 If your idea of a cozy night includes a glass of wine and a fictional murder—this episode’s for you. In thi…
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Every time you chase approval, you trade a piece of who you really are. Today's bonus episode is a clip from Dr. Rangan Chatterjee's episode on The Daily Stoic Podcast. Dr. Rangan Chatterjee is a physician, author, TV presenter and podcast host of Feel Better Live More where he talks with leading health experts who offer easy health life-hacks, exp…
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In a world of hypocrites, status worship, and fools masquerading as wise men, we need the clarity and courage the Stoics embodied. 🏛 The 2025 LIVE session of Stoicism 101: Ancient Philosophy For Your Actual Life starts November 10th. Don’t miss your chance to join us! Read on for more about the unique opportunities you get from joining the LIVE cou…
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In this episode, we're discussing The Names by Florence Knapp. Unlike review episodes, book club chats will include some spoilers (although we'll still try to keep things vague). About the book: It is 1987, and in the aftermath of a great storm, Cora sets out with her nine-year-old daughter to register the birth of her son. Her husband intends her …
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In Episode 209, Catherine (@GilmoreGuide) and Chrissie (@ChrissieWhitley) join Sarah for the 5th annual Debuts Special! They're sharing their reading stats for debuts this year, along with their favorite debuts, new and backlist — so far for 2025. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission when you make a purchase (a…
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Jeff and Rebecca consider 10 contenders for the title of It Book of November. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of …
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Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books. Pickleball is officially the new hotspot for meet-cutes—and now it’s getting the book-romance treatment it deserves. In this episode, I chat with author Ilana Long…
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Nick Thompson couldn’t change his father’s story, but he found a habit that helped him make sense of his own. In today’s episode, Ryan sits down with Nick, CEO of The Atlantic and author of The Running Ground. Ryan and Nick talk about why running is the ultimate teacher of focus and resilience, how to build discipline, and how running helped Nick p…
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Life is hard. Life is complicated. Will you make the most of this time you have here? 📖 Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday is out NOW! Grab a copy here: https://store.dailystoic.com/pages/wisdom-takes-work 👉 Support the podcast and go deeper into Stoicism by subscribing to The Daily Stoic Premium - unlock ad-free listening, early access, and bonus c…
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We'd love your feedback. Send us a message. What if I told you that you don't need text to raise a reader? What if the most powerful reading practice for growing language, empathy, and imagination uses no words at all? In today's epsisode, we welcome a wave of new listeners, tip our mugs to the Halloween specials that sparked it, and then head stra…
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Mariquita talks with author Irin Carmon about her newest book, Unbearable: Five Women and the Perils of Pregnancy in America. Their discussion covers the racist roots of ob/gyn medicine in America, provides context for the current state of reproductive care, and ties in vital personal stories of families that have been affected by the legacy of rac…
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Today marks a major milestone: the 500th episode of What Should I Read Next! To celebrate, Anne is joined by two guests today. First, you'll hear her in conversation with our What Should I Read Next Patreon Community Manager Shannan Malone as they explore what's new in our Patreon community space. Then, Anne welcomes one of our previous guests back…
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What made Marcus Aurelius different? What were his secrets to success, resiliency, and productivity? How did he master his emotions and maintain such self-control? 🏛 The 2025 LIVE session of Stoicism 101: Ancient Philosophy For Your Actual Life starts November 10th. Don’t miss your chance to join us! Read on for more about the unique opportunities …
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It's our annual check-in with Becks Quirk, while Kris is recovering from Women's Week in P-town! Becks and Tara talk about what's changed in the last year, where they're at, what keeps them motivated, as well as Becks's reflections after Banned Books Week. Official Recommendations From Becks: Every Step She Takes by Alison Cochrun In keeping with t…
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In this episode, author Paige Harbison joins us to unpack The Other Side of Now—a grief-tinged “what if” that drops a woman into an alternate version of her life. We talk about how loss reshapes identity, the fault lines in friendships when reality shifts, and why the book’s timeline jump works without leaning heavy into sci-fi. Links Official auth…
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Welcome to the Youtini Canon Book Club! In this episode, Emmi and JG break down their thoughts on The Jaws of Jakku by Cavan Scott. We get into our thoughts on the fun of Star Wars middle grade stories, Cavan's expertise with the Sequel Trilogy characters, and what we really enjoyed about this simple story set on Jakku. Pour yourself a hot cup of c…
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this episode we enjoyed a potent snapshot of Hollywood circa 1994 and watching the film adaptation of interview with the vampire, directed by neil jordan and staring tom cruise, brad pitt and kirsten dunst. this rendition of anne rice’s classic novel offers of plenty of fodder for discussion, from brad pitt’s personal hygiene, to anne rice’s passio…
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Jess and Trisha share adaptation news, highlight books by Native and Indigenous romance authors, and remind listeners to send in their recommendation requests. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more romance recs and news, sign up for our Kissing Books newsletter! Ready for a cozy, bookish autumn? Let Tailored Book …
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🎙 Douglas Vigliotti compares David Benioff’s novel "The 25th Hour" with its film adaptation directed by Spike Lee for another edition of “Novel vs Movie”. He explores the story of Monty Brogan, a drug dealer facing his last day of freedom, and discusses themes of regret, nostalgia, relationships, and the consequences of choices. Vigliotti highlight…
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Disclosure: We are part of the Amazon Affiliate/LTK Creator programs. We will receive a small commission at no cost if you purchase a book. This post may contain links to purchase books. This episode was originally published on August 29, 2022 This episode was initially published in August 2022 — but lately, one book keeps coming up in nearly every…
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In the third “Since we are Dads on Books, we have daughters, and they can be Guests!“ episode, Mike’s daughter Ruby joins us with one of her favorite books—it's teacher and school librarian approved!!—and our first graphic novel, El Deafo by CeCe Bell. We touch on a mashup of Little House and the Waltons, a German version of the muppets (DasMuppetz…
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If our podcast was a child, he would be in Grade 1, he'd be reading, and he'd wear great outfits! To celebrate six years of Books Unbound we go on a walk down memory lane by sharing our favourite books from the past six years. Plus our usual life and reading updates! Support The Podcast: Join our and become a Dust Jacket! ⁠patreon.com/booksunbound⁠…
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Things will go wrong. Fortune will turn on you. You will make mistakes. Plans will be disrupted. Dreams will be dashed. This is life. 🎥 Watch Dr. Laurie Santos' episode on The Daily Stoic Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8OARstQGfM 🪙 We have a collection of items in the Daily Stoic store to help you in your own memento mori practice, check…
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Welcome back to Plot Twist Please, where we sip, flip, and spill the tea on books and booze! 🍸📚 In this special spooky season episode, we’re trading plot twists for personal drama — diving into some Halloween-themed Am I the A-Hole stories that are both scary, and hilariously entertaining. 📚 Spoiler alert: we’re covering all secrets in the book and…
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Jeff and Rebecca put on their rain gear as the best books of the year storm approaches. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the mo…
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How do we persevere well? How do we persevere happily? Thankfully, we can look to the Stoics. The Stoics not only wrote about how to persevere, they used Stoicism to persevere in the face of plagues, exiles, imprisonment, and wars. You can read this article here: https://dailystoic.com/perseverance/ 📚 Grab a copy of Keep Going by Austin Kleon at Th…
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