Best 100 Book Podcasts

Books & Whatnot is a conversation between those who provide book coverage for KMUW listeners. Beth Golay hosts the Marginalia podcast, where she interviews authors about their work, and Suzanne Perez is KMUW's resident book reviewer. more

What should I read next? Book critic and longtime NPR commentator Marion Winik answers this question in four opinionated, book-loving minutes. With reviews of new releases and older titles you may have missed, it's like having a new best friend with very good taste to guide you in your literary adventures. The Weekly Reader is produced by WYPR and hosted by Lisa Morgan. more

Listen to the Book Nook with Vick Mickunas for intimate conversations about books with the writers who create them. more

Get your bookworm on with a rotating roster of, um, bookworms. Including Jenna Todd & Kiran Dass from Time Out Bookstore, bringing us a different book to talk about each week. Broadcast from Auckland, New Zealand on Monday mornings after 9am, on 95bFM Breakfast with Mikey Havoc. more

Reviews of fiction and non-fiction books from classics to today's best-sellers!

The literary podcast Is presented by John Mitchinson and Andy Miller. Brought to you by Unbound.

Podcast by PragerU. The world's leading conservative nonprofit focused on changing minds through creative digital media more

I love books (and coffee and chocolate...) & there are so many great books to choose from! This weekly podcast includes author interviews, book reviews, opinions and conversation. more

What are you reading, loving or being challenged by? We review the latest in fiction for dedicated readers and for those who wish they read more and join out monthly Book Club on Facebook. more

College-level conversations about sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and weird fiction with writer G.L. McDorman.

Book talk and author interviews aimed at helping you discover your next favourite read, presented by Good Reading Magazine. more

Welcome to the GSMC Book Review Podcast, where literature comes to life through captivating conversations! Spearheaded by our remarkable host, Sarah Meckler, we dive into the fascinating realm of books, inviting authors to share their creative journeys and the inspirations behind their latest works. With Sarah's probing questions and keen insights, we delve beyond the written pages, exploring the authors' thoughts, their creative processes, and the intricate details that shape their narratives. Whether they're weaving mysteries or penning memoirs, crafting fantasy sagas or sculpting sci-fi masterpieces, Sarah uncovers the human stories behind the stories we love. But we don't stop at the authors. GSMC Book Review Podcast embraces bookworms from all walks of life. more

A weekly book review and discussion program hosted by Pat Leach. Updated on Thursdays.

Top Shelf at the Merrick Library, hosted by Librarian Carol Ann Tack, delivers interviews steeped in relaxed authenticity. These intriguing, often humorous, and enlightening conversations with authors worldwide about their latest and greatest books make listeners feel like they're right in the room. As described by Suzanne Crain Miller, 'Carol Ann is the neighbor everyone wants to dish with from the back porch.' more

The Readings Podcast is a celebration of books, reading and culture. Episodes are published weekly and include author interviews, event recordings, booksellers chatting about their favourite reads, industry insights, and more. more

Simply a book review podcast. We read the books, then we talk about them. Each review is in two parts: a spoiler-free summary and review, and then a spoiler-heavy in-depth discussion and review. more

Today is where your book begins! Our Podcast focuses on connecting Authors to an Audience - the book is published and now it is time to build a community around your new release! Truly, this is the next chapter for any author! more

Features book club-style book chats, book and audiobook reviews, author and audiobook narrator interviews, and other bookish topic conversations. It's like listening in on your favorite book club. With candid conversations and book recommendations, we will feed your shelf addiction! more

A podcast devoted to talking about books. Along with a monthly book club, Jayme and Sarah will be talking about what's on their shelves and which ones need to be on your TBR. more

Overdue is a podcast about the books you've been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy childen's books: they'll read it all, one overdue book at a time. more

The Stacks is your one-stop shop to talk books and read. Guests will join the host, Traci Thomas for lively discussions about books and the ways they have shaped their lives, and the way we all understand the culture, race, politics, and more. On the last Wednesday of each month, Traci and guests will break down a book in detail as part of The Stacks Book Club. more

Exhilarating conversations and ideas from the world's greatest storytellers and luminaries. From the esteemed vaults of the Vancouver Writers Fest, located in beautiful British Columbia. more

Do you enjoy reading YA books? Are you dying to talk about them and hear what others think about your favorite books? Are you outside of the YA age bracket (like myself) but still enjoy them? Then this is the podcast for you! Join me and my friends, as we discuss our favorite YA books and authors! We'll chat spoiler-free at the start of each episode, just in case you haven't read the book yet. Then I'll give a warning before heading into our spoiler zone. more

We're professional book nerds! We are staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks from public libraries and schools. It's our job to discuss books all day long so we thought, 'Why not share the conversation!' Hear about the best books we've read, get recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. The titles discussed are available to borrow through public libraries. more

Welcome to Professional Book Girl, your literary escape with host Kayla, the Bookstagrammer, known as KayReadWhat. Every Monday, Kayla delves into her latest bookish obsessions, embarking on a mission to ignite your love of reading. Whether you're a seasoned bookworm or just beginning your literary journey, this podcast guarantees a dose of pop culture, life as a millennial New Yorker. more

Подкаст, який розповість про події книговидавничого світу України. Обговоримо новини та новинки у щотижневому дайджесті. Ведуча — Поліна Тимченко. more

Reader's Entertainment Radio is a fun, informative and entertaining way to learn about books, engage with authors and have fun! From Book Lights to Reader's Entertainment Radio Show we have something for every reader and every genre! more

Get the ultimate insider's scoop on the best new books. The editors at Kirkus Reviews interview your favorite authors, tell you whether or not the books on the bestseller list are worth the read, give you behind-the-scenes insights, and introduce you to great books you may otherwise never find. more

The Legendarium exists primarily as a book club for fantasy and sci-fi, both the classics and the new classics. more

The Book Riot Podcast is a weekly news and talk show about what's new, cool, and worth talking about in the world of books and reading. more

Welcome to the Sample Chapter Podcast! Find your next favorite book here on the show where authors read a 'sample chapter' from one of their books after a brief interview. Hosted by thriller author, Jason A. Meuschke. more

It's like a bookclub but we actually read the book.

Readers advisory, but so much more! Books of all genres, videogames, board games, audiobooks, music, movies, TV shows, and all the media the library has to offer! In each episode, we'll feature multiple items in different categories that we recommend and why. Brought to you by the Round Lake Area Public Library, in Round Lake, Illinois, but to be enjoyed by adults and mature teens everywhere. more

The place where young readers meet to talk about books. The show includes a celebrity reader and an interview with the author. The host is award winning public radio journalist Kitty Felde. more

The world's top authors and critics join host Gilbert Cruz and editors at The New York Times Book Review to talk about the week's top books, what we're reading and what's going on in the literary world. more

Welcome to The Rebel Maker Podcast! I'm Marti Statler, Rebel Queen, your resident publishing Maven, and serial entrepreneur. Here, we believe that books change lives, women run the world, and collectively, we have all the answers. more

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Heard Any Good Books Lately? is a regular podcast produced by North Carolina Reading Service and brought to you by the Friends of NCLBPH. It features information about new and the most popular books checked out of the library and other interesting stories about older books. Reviews are drawn from the Raleigh News & Observer book section, The Week Magazine, and other popular sources. It is also available from North Carolina Reading Service's website. more

Poured Over is a show for readers who pore over details, obsess over sentences and ideas and stories and characters; readers who ask a lot of questions, just like Poured Over's host, Miwa Messer, a career bookseller who's always reading. Follow us here for surprising riffs, candid conversations, a few laughs, and lots of great book recommendations from big-name authors and authors on their way to being big names. more

Welcome to You're Booked, the podcast for literary nosy parkers who would like the chance to snoop around their favorite authors' bookshelves. I'm Daisy Buchanan, your Book Inspector, and I'll be asking our guests all about the first forbidden books they read under the covers, the beloved books they have borrowed, and never given back, and those impressive heavyweight hardbacks that make them look like intellectual giants even though they couldn't get beyond the first twenty pages. more

The Marlborough Book Festival is an annual readers and writers festival held in July in Marlborough, New Zealand. Listen to our podcasts to hear discussions with our featured writers, as they explain the challenges and the highlights of creating their various works and their lives as writers. more

Welcome to Fairfield What Are You Reading? We are Fairfield Public Library staff in Fairfield, CT and we love reading. Join us each month as we gather together for a conversation about what we're reading, what we've just finished, what we're excited about coming soon. Most of the books will be new. The mood of this podcast is relaxed. Imagine you come into the library, ask a librarian for a next great read, and a couple more people stop by and soon everyone is trading their favorite new reads. more

Young adult author/bookworm Kaycee Racer talks about the books, movies, TV shows, and pop culture that shaped her teen years while also exploring the current YA genre that she loves so dearly. more

A Harry Potter book/movie compare and contrast podcast led by Ellen and Keighty! We cover a chapter a week and the corresponding film scenes (if the exist!). Listen on your favorite podcasting platform! more

A Podcast where we're always in the mood for hot books and even hotter tea.

From great new books to favorite classic reads, from news to the latest in on-screen adaptations, Hey YA is here to elevate the exciting world of young adult lit. more

Jedes Jahr drängen knapp 100.000 deutschsprachige Bücher auf den Markt. Das 'Lesart'-Team lässt sich von der Flut der Neuerscheinungen nicht überrollen, sondern reitet die Welle: Romane, Sachbücher oder Kinderbücher, Comics, Klassiker und Kochbücher. Wir wählen aus. Und wir sprechen darüber. more

Welcome to the Australian Book Lovers podcast! Our mission is to bring fabulous Australian and Indigenous literature that spans a whole range of genres to book lovers around the globe, as well as fantastic resources and information for passionate authors looking to write their next bestseller. more

Shelf Life is a show about books and the people who love them. In each episode, we invite a celebrated bibliophile (think Alan Cumming, John Waters, and Joyce Maynard) to select two of their favorite books, and then we chat about them, drawing connections between their lit choices and their lives and careers. more

The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.

You'll love Off The Shelf! Here you'll find all things storytelling! That's from books to stage plays to motion pictures. That's not all! We offer in-depth feature author interviews! 411 on book conferences, book festivals and book club events. You may be surprised with a LIVE feature from a bestselling books author, movie producer or leading edge business owner! Tune in! more

In this podcast, National Books Editor Manjula Narayan tells you about books, authors and their journeys. This is a Hindustan Times production, brought to you by HT Smartcast more

A podcast about the works of PG Wodehouse by a father, who has read most of the Wodehouse bibliography, and a daughter who had read none of it before the two decided to do a podcast together. We will go through all the novels and short story collections, including Jeeves, Blandings Castle, Psmith, and all the Mulliners, Bodkins, and Ukridges that you can throw a stick at, not that you should be throwing sticks. We'll discuss the stories and how they read 50-100 years later, as well as keep track of all the saving from drowning attempts. more

Where Readers Meet Writers. Conversations on books and ideas, Fridays at 11 a.m.

So many books, so little time! Jim McKeown hosts this weekly review of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and biographies. Jim is a lifelong voracious reader who learned to read by the 'rule of 50' - if he's not engaged in the characters, the prose, or the plot by page 50, he puts in a book mark and returns it to the shelf. Likely Stories is a production of KWBU in Waco, Texas. more

Was lesen? Literaturhaus-Chef Rainer Moritz und Abendblatt-Redakteur Thomas Andre über aktuelle Bestseller, die es in sich haben. more

Fans of On Being and Los Culturistas love this indie where LGBTQ guests share the queer books that saved their lives with the authors who wrote them. Featuring Carmen Maria Machado, Alison Bechdel, Jennifer Finney Boylan, Greg Louganis, Becky Albertalli, and so many more, guests from across the rainbow tell these authors how their books helped them overcome alienation, gender dysphoria, familial homophobia, and being outed. more

With a lifelong passion for books and a growing passion for New Zealand authors, program hosts Ruth Todd and Morrin Rout utilize their wealth of radio broadcasting experience to bring you Bookenz. A weekly program that brings you the latest on new books and their authors, from both New Zealand and abroad. Bookenz organises several fundraising events each year with touring writers which have proven to be very popular events to the wider community. more

We are two bookish friends who love to talk all things books and reading.

Gays who read and start a podcast - how novel! Join book lovers Brett Benner and Jason Blitman as they dive into author conversations, interviews, book talk, and all things reading, like...literally.  more

A weekly podcast where hosts Anita and Scott take you on a journey through a good book, one chapter at a time.

Hear This is a weekly presentation from the Vision Australia Library service, bringing you up to date with what's on offer alongside reviews and Reader Recommends.  more

Welcome to From the Front Porch, a weekly conversational podcast on books, small business, and life in the South, produced by The Bookshelf, an independent bookstore in Thomasville, Georgia. more

A weekly podcast about young adult literature, their film adaptations, and everything in between.

For every kind of reader, but especially for fans of audiobooks. Featuring conversations with the authors and narrators of your favorite books, as well as reading round-ups and the odd lighthearted literary game. more

A bi-weekly book club podcast. Two friends talking about words, drinking wine, and probably offering too many opinions. more

So many books, so little time! Jim McKeown hosts this weekly review of fiction, poetry, non-fiction and biographies. Jim is a lifelong voracious reader who learned to read by the rule of 50 if he's not engaged in the characters, the prose, or the plot by page 50, he puts in a book mark and returns it to the shelf. Likely Stories is a production of KWBU in Waco, Texas. more

A long walk through Middle-earth! Join co-hosts John & Greta as they go chapter-by-chapter through The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and all of Tolkien's other works. more

Book Public is a Texas Public Radio podcast about books. At Book Public we believe books have the power to enlighten and entertain us. Listen in as we talk to authors about their books and why and how they wrote them. At Book Public we're committed to connecting listeners to books that help us understand today's world—and each other—a little bit better. more

The Middle-Grade Mavens are two Australian authors reviewing middle-grade children's books. We also chat with authors and illustrators about their inspiration, processes, and experience and sometimes we interview publishers and agents to find out more about the industry. Whether you're a writer, school librarian, teacher, or just a book fan, this is for you. Julie Anne Grasso is the author of the Frankie Dupont Mystery series, cupcake enthusiast, and part-time library book wrangler. Pamela Ueckerman is a dance teacher, writer, book reviewer, editor, and home educator. more

Words and Nerds Podcast is an entertaining and conversational podcast that aims to get inside a writer's mind. We discuss books, the social and political influences of a writer's work, and how literature has the power to change the world. The podcast digs deep to bring you an in depth and sometimes humorous analysis of the author's book and its influences. Join us for a new way of looking at literature. more

In each episode, Evan Lampe discusses around 100 pages from the works of American writers.

The Delaware County District Library has a podcast! We're a public library in Central Ohio and we'll have all the updates about what's happening around our branches, as well as reader recommendations for all ages, things to 'geek,' and much more. more

This podcast features Open Book and A Good Read. Open Book talks to authors about their work. In A Good Read Harriett Gilbert discusses favourite books. more

From great new books to favorite classic reads, from news to the latest in on-screen adaptations, Hey YA is here to elevate the exciting world of young adult lit. more

Books & Boba is a book club dedicated to books written by Asian and Asian American authors. We cover a wide range of genres including contemporary, historical fiction, sci-fi, fantasy, YA, nonfiction, thrillers, graphic novels, and memoirs. more

Packed with fun discussions, clever ideas, and easy-to-implement book marketing advice, this podcast is your go-to for staying current on your book promotion. Designed to help authors at any level, the Book Marketing Tips and Author Success Podcast will definitely inspire you with new ideas to grow your brand and sell more books! more

Led by James Naughtie, a group of readers talk to acclaimed authors about their best-known novels

A Comedy Podcast About Books by Three Book Lovers - based in Denver, Colorado.

Get the ultimate insider's scoop on the best new books. The editors at Kirkus Reviews interview your favorite authors, tell you whether or not the books on the bestseller list are worth the read, give you behind-the-scenes insights, and introduce you to great books you may otherwise never find. more

The Worst Bestsellers podcast is produced by writer Kait and librarian Renata. They read bestselling books in an attempt to understand their appeal and, barring that, to become the Crow and Servo of the book world. New episodes every other Monday. Visit WorstBestsellers.com for our readers advisory booklists and other fun stuff. more

Overdue is a podcast about the books you've been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy murder mysteries: they'll read it all, one overdue book at a time. more

The Classic Tales Podcast delivers professional performances of unabridged classics. Enjoy classic fiction from Poe, Dickens, Hardy, and others. Performed by Audible Approved Narrator- B.J. Harrison. more

Alan guides Ian and Chris through their first Wheel of Time read-through.

A spoiler-dense, chapter by chapter discussion of Gene Wolfe's science fantasy masterpiece The Book Of The New Sun, covering all four volumes and a little bit from Urth of the New Sun when necessary. They don't try to spoil anything else but, then again it's not a prepossessing podcast. more

All the Books! is a weekly show of recommendations and enthusiasm regarding the week's new book releases.

A podcast dedicated to all things literary and bookish in Brighton & beyond. Anna interviews authors, publishers, and people working in literature programs get recommendations from booksellers and bloggers, and shares the best upcoming events. more

Each episode sees two authors go head to head in a war of the words, championing a book they love and think we should all read...but only one can win.This book podcast features an incredible array of authors from across the globe and some amazing, and sometimes unexpected, book recommendations. more

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. more

Talk Bookish to Me is the podcast where friends & readers gather to chat about books, share recommendations, and chase that 5-star feeling. more

Books Are My People is a podcast for book lovers with book news, book recommendations and ruminations on living a literary life in Los Angeles. Each episode will feature at least five book recommendations in various genres as well as bookish news and occasional guests. more

Welcome to The Wheel Weaves Podcast!!The Wheel Weaves is a Wheel of Time podcast suitable for first time readers. Join Dani and Brett as they journey into the series for chapter analysis, character break-downs, and (probably wrong) predictions - all from the perspective of a WoT First Time Reader. Guided by Brett, the long-time super fan, Dani reads through the series knowing absolutely nothing! No spoilers here! more

Heidi and Emily are best friends who have been reading Nora Roberts' books for over twenty years. If you are a fan of action, suspense, and thrillers all wrapped up in a glorious romance then join in as they discuss all of Nora Roberts' romance novels. Be ready to laugh, sigh, and cringe as hundreds of book characters find their happy endings. more

Each week, the Drunk Guys tackle a famous book while drinking craftbeer matching the book, characters, themes, etc. What beer goes with Orwell's 1984? Founder's Dissenter IPA, of course. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow? Seven pumpkin beers. A great podcast for readers, drinkers, or anyone with a raunchy sense of humor. Way better than English class. more

From great new books to favorite classic reads, from news to the latest in on-screen adaptations, Hey YA is here to elevate the exciting world of young adult lit. more

In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times or temporarily escape from them we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood, and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less. more

Currently Reading is a podcast dedicated to the love of books and reading. Two bookish friends discuss what's on their nightstands, in their earbuds, and on their Kindles right now, in addition to books they've loved forever, and a variety of other readerly topics. Looking for your next great book? You'll find tons of book recommendations every week. more

Seeing a hopeful, human world through children's literature. Hosted by authors Kelly J. Baptist, Jack Cheng, Patrick Flores-Scott, and Heather Shumaker your book smitten crew. We cover the whole range of kidlit, from picture books to middle grade and young adult fiction, as well as writing, reading, and publishing. This season: We're writing picture books! more

Join Nav and Harmat as they read and discuss A Song of Ice and Fire. Nav is spoiled on the whole series and the TV show, but Harmat knows nothing. more

'Quite simply the best bookshop anyone could wish for' - Edna O'Brien. Independent bookshop (est. in 1957) Chelsea, London. more