Audio recordings of classic and contemporary poems read by poets and actors, delivered every day.
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The Daily Poem offers one essential poem each weekday morning. From Shakespeare and John Donne to Robert Frost and Emily Dickinson, The Daily Poem curates a broad and generous audio anthology of the best poetry ever written, read-aloud by David Kern and an assortment of various contributors. Some lite commentary is included and the shorter poems are often read twice, as time permits. The Daily Poem is presented by Goldberry Studios. dailypoempod.substack.com
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Part book club, part English class, Zero to Well-Read is a fun and irreverent guide to the books everyone talks about, from classics you should have read in high school to the modern hits everyone's buzzing about. In each episode, hosts Jeff O'Neal and Rebecca Schinsky tell you everything you need to know about a must-read book, including its plot, what it feels like to read, why it’s important, and the key takeaways you can use at your next dinner party.
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Boring Books for Bedtime is a weekly, ad-free, AI-free sleep podcast in which we calmly, quietly read something rather boring to silence the brain chatter keeping you awake. Think Aristotle, Thoreau, and whoever wrote the 1897 Sears Catalog—mostly nonfiction, mostly old, a perfect balance of vaguely-but-not-too interesting. If you're on Team Sleepless, lie back, take a deep breath, and let us read you to rest.
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Read or Dead is a bi-weekly show dedicated to the worlds of mystery and thriller literature.
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Interesting People Reading Poetry is a short, sound-rich podcast where artists and luminaries read a favorite poem and share what it means to them. Created by Andy & Brendan Stermer.
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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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Discussion, debate, even a little dispute – expect it all on The Book Club Review. Every month hosts Kate and Laura bring you a new episode. That could be Book Club where we chat about the book read most recently by one of our book clubs. It could be Bookshelf, an episode dedicated to the books we're reading outside of book club – the ones we get to pick and choose. Or it could be an interview with a book club, bookshop or book lover. Whatever the topic, every episode features lively and fra ...
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Sarah Mackenzie helps your family fall in love with books, and helps *you* fall in love with homeschooling.
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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.
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The book club podcast where Dave Warneke has read the book so you don't have to. Each episode Dave tells two special guests all about a classic novel or play, and by the end of the show, both you and they can pretend you've read it. From Austen to Tolstoy, Shakespeare to Hemingway... Devour a classic in a single sitting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bookworm is dedicated to doing more than just reading books. Mike Schmitz and Cory Hixson read a book every two weeks and discuss ways to apply the authors lessons to their lives.
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Find your next great read. Book recommendations, book news and guests, including top authors and other book enthusiasts who discuss what’s happening in the world of books with a focus on frontlist and backlist fiction including literary fiction, suspense, historical, memoir and nonfiction.
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Join two teachers from Instagram, Tara and Lucy, as we chat with our favourite children’s authors about their books that we’ve been reading for Teacher Book Club!
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Welcome to the Service95 Book Club With Dua Lipa. Join Dua each month as she takes you into the world of a book she has loved – and talks to the writer who brought it to life. Expect reads that will make you laugh, cry, and even change the way you think. There are no rules when it comes to the books Dua chooses. Here, she shares her favourite reads straight from her bookshelf with you. Throughout each month, we’ll also be opening up the Service95 Book Club archive, so you can listen to even ...
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Your favourite fiction authors share the story behind their latest books.
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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. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-access/audio?source=podcatcher. For more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.
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A book podcast where you will discover new books and get reading tips, but we also talk about lifestyle, wellness, and self-care. So let's learn something new, feel encouraged and inspired, and have fun!
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We're a book club for non book people. Let us take you on a journey through the pages of some of life's greatest wonders or in simple terms, we're just four dudes trying our best
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The School Reading List Podcast - presented by Tom Tolkien. In each episode, we recommend new and classic children's and young adult books.
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The LRB Podcast brings you weekly conversations from Europe’s leading magazine of culture and ideas, hosted by Thomas Jones and Malin Hay, and featuring our fortnightly 'On Politics' podcast hosted by James Butler. From the LRB Subscribe to the LRB: https://lrb.me/subslrbpod Close Readings podcast: https://lrb.me/crlrbpod LRB Audiobooks: https://lrb.me/audiobookslrbpod Bags, binders and more at the LRB Store: https://lrb.me/storelrbpod Get in touch: [email protected]
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A podcast to help elementary teachers incorporate more picture books into their school day by using read alouds across the curriculum. Each week, I'll share picture book titles to guide you in your teaching. You'll find practical tips, innovative ideas, and a collection of handpicked picture books perfect for each subject. Get ready to inspire, educate and empower your students with the captivating world of picture books. Happy reading!
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Most Read Books is a podcast for everyone who wants to know what everyone else is reading and whether you might want to read it too. It offers short and to-the-point episodes that cover bestselling books in general/literary fiction, popular nonfiction and mysteries/thrillers.
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Cutting edge performance poetry! One performance per show. Brought to you by the same people who send you incredible independent music. Collect them all!
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The literary podcast that has been giving new life to old books since 2015. For show notes visit backlisted.fm and get an extra two shows a month by supporting the pod at patreon.com/backlisted
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Book collectors and literary enthusiasts unite in first-of-it’s-kind podcast. Goldsboro Book’s Managing Director and Co-Founder, David Headley an award-winning bookseller and renowned literary agent, explores all aspects of publishing and book collecting, interviewing bestselling and upcoming authors, whilst sharing his own insights on book investing and the most inspiring reads to add to your collection.
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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.
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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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The show where your favorite authors tell you about the fantasy books they love!
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A podcast for comic book fans, hosted by Mike Rapin. IRCB features a rotating, 2-person panel of diverse comic book experts discussing what they’re reading with a comic book specific topic every week. New episodes every Wednesday.
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Books and Bites JCPL librarians bring you book recommendations and discuss the bites and beverages to pair with them.
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Audiobook in ASMR format with Soundscape 📚 Fables, Fantasy, Folklore, Legends, Fairy Tales, & Myths from Europe, and Novels about Pirates. Features Hertz & Binaural Meditation Music Season 7 in session
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Two long-distance book besties, Jillian and Sara, dive into popular romantasy books with fun, thoughtful discussions. From spicy fantasy romances to magical slow burns, they break down chapters, share hot takes, and laugh their way through today’s most talked-about reads. Perfect for fans of romantasy, book clubs, and cozy bookish chats. We’re not literary scholars — we’re just here for the vibes, (but mostly the spice).
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The Essential Reads podcast is a collection of classic audiobooks from your favourite authors such as Orson wells, Robert Lewis Stevenson, Mary Shelley, and many more, narrated by Isaac Birchall. Join Isaac on his journey to help get these books to the masses in an easy accessible way. Support the show and Join the Book Club https://ko-fi.com/theessentialreads
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Shifting the conversation back to books. Hosted by Abigail Freshley and Emily Rojas.
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Join the Bard Sequence as we explore great works of literature, philosophy, and history from unique perspectives. https://bhsec.bard.edu/sequence/ Contact Us: [email protected] Keywords: Literature, great books, books, reading, culture, fiction, book lovers, good reads, classics, novels, arts, education
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Looking for your next great read? The Next Chapter’s got you covered! Book lovers join host Antonio Michael Downing to dive deep into great books. Big feelings, hot takes, enlightening conversations — you’ve never been in a book club like this before. It’s Canada’s book club, and everyone’s invited. So pull up a chair and join the conversation. New episodes every Saturday and Monday.
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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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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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Conor Lastowka and Michael J. Nelson are reading books they're pretty sure they're going to hate. Read along with us for a podcast book clubs of Ready Player One, Armada, The Eye of Argon, Dan Brown, and more!
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Want to learn how to make the most of your reading life? Join Brea Grant and Mallory O’Meara every week as they discuss tips and tricks for reading better! Listeners will learn how to vanquish their To-Be-Read piles, get pointers on organizing their bookshelves and hear reviews on the newest reading gadgets. Brea and Mallory also offer advice on bookish problems. How do you climb out of a reading slump? How do you support authors while still getting books on the cheap? Where do you hide the ...
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Simon (Stuck in a Book) and Rachel (Book Snob) debate the difficult decisions of books and reading.
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The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.
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This is the Reading Teachers Lounge where listeners can eavesdrop on professional conversations between elementary reading teachers. We are passionate about literacy and strive to find strategies to reach all learners. Shannon and Mary are neighbors who realized that they were “literacy soul sisters” at a dinner in their Atlanta neighborhood. Once they started chatting about reading they haven’t really stopped. Come join the conversation.
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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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Unfiltered, unbothered, and always lit! Whether it’s literature, libations, or life--Black Girls Lit is your new favorite vibe with page-turners and poured spirits.
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A podcast where we talk about our book of the week. Read along with us!
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In this episode, we dive into My Friends by Fredrik Backman—a deeply human story about connection and the messy devotion that holds friendships together. We talk about friendships as a lifeline, the way humor softens heartbreak, and why these characters feel so lived-in. Listen for the themes that hit hardest and if we recommend adding this to your…
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Life on a Medieval Barony, by William Stearns Davis, Part 1
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Let's sink into slumber with this dreamy description of life in medieval France circa 1220. This time, the background of the barony in question and the somewhat circuitous route of acquisition by its ruling family. Spoiler alert, not wandering off for years on a crusade seems to help with the whole "keeping your property" thing. Help us stay ad-fre…
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What’s Quackin'? (ft. Brian McCray)
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Mike and Kara sat down with comic creator and IRCB Zine contributor Brian McCray to talk about comics and the comics Brian has made of the years. Episode Links: Check out Bonnett's Books! https://bonnettsbookstore.blogspot.com/ Buy Beautiful Duck Comics: https://brianmccray.bigcartel.com/product/beautiful-duck-comics Buy Erotech: https://shpcomics.…
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57. Celebrate KNOW-vember with Nonfiction Picture Books
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Looking for an easy way to add some reading magic to November while building your students' knowledge across subjects? Welcome to KNOW-vember! This episode is all about celebrating nonfiction picture books – those powerful tools that help students build background knowledge, strengthen information literacy, and explore their personal interests in s…
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Ep 437 - So Many Magical Cafes - Our Favorite Establishments in Books!
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Brea and Mallory discuss their favorite establishments in books! Plus, they review StoryTerra and solve a reader problem about which library to use. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Merch Recommendations Store The Reading Glasses Book! Sponsors - ZocDoc www.zocdoc.com/GLASSES Factor www.factormeals.com/GLASSES50OF…
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RAR #274: Behind the Scenes of One of My Favorite Christmas Picture Books
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🎄 Join us for Christmas School → We all know there is no shortage of Christmas picture books out there. But for a book to make it onto my kids’ Christmas stack or onto a Read Aloud Revival Christmas Book List, it has to be excellent. And the books we choose for Christmas School? Those are the ones that go above and beyond excellent and are some of …
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Jeff and Rebecca talk about the books they still want to get to before 2026 gets here. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this Episode: Check o…
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Ep 502: Choosing book gifts your friends will love
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We all know that book gifts are the best gifts, and today Anne is talking with a devoted reader who's come to the show looking for guidance on selecting great bookish gifts for the season to come. Meredith Amadee lives in Tucson, Arizona, where she works as a wedding photographer and hosts a book club that's come to play a big part in her life. Eve…
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Margaret Atwood Reads from Her Memoir, Book Of Lives, Reflecting on the Origins of Offred In The Handmaid’s Tale
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Dua sits down with literary icon Margaret Atwood to discuss The Handmaid’s Tale – Dua’s Monthly Read for November – alongside Margaret’s new memoir, Book Of Lives. In her deeply personal book, Margaret revisits the people, places, and ideas that have shaped her writing, offering a rare glimpse into the imagination behind her most enduring creations…
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#307 - Raeleen Reads The Scariest Book She's Ever Read
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We read some spooky books, share our halloween weekends, and Raeleen gives a plumbing update! Support The Podcast: Join our patreon and become a Dust Jacket! patreon.com/booksunbound Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/books_unbound/ Our website: booksunboundpodcast.com Need Info or Some Books? Buy books with our affiliate link: https…
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9 Books I Can't Stop Recommending (Must-Read Books)
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I'm sharing nine must-read book recommendations that I can't stop raving about to friends, family, and even strangers. From emotional rollercoasters to perfect romances and mind-bending fantasies, these books have left a lasting impact on me. So get comfy, pull out your TBR app, and find your next favorite read! Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/T…
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Episode 36 - Using AI to help students with difficult GCSE set books and exam comprehensions
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School Reading List podcast hosted by Tom Tolkien Season 1: Episode 36 For transcripts, resources & show notes, see https://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/podcasts/series-1-episode-36/ Part 1 Book post Letters from the Upside by Katya Balen All About Antarctica by Marc Martin To Activate Space Portal Lift Here by Antoinette Portis The Bear Who Wanted to D…
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Katie McLain Horner and Kendra Winchester discuss their very first book club pick, Fiend by Alma Katsu. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. To get even more mystery/thriller recs and news, sign up for our Unusual Suspects newsletter! Ready for a cozy, bookish autumn? Let Tailored Book Recommendations help you find your nex…
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by J. V. Cunningham Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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Sylvia Plath, Janet Malcolm and our thoughts on writing style – welcome to episode 144! https://www.stuckinabook.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/tea-or-books-144.mp3 In the first half of this episode, we discuss whether we prefer writing style to be ornate or simple. In the second half, we compare Sylvia Plath’s most famous poetry collection Ariel w…
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Ep 504: Niche and nerdy narrative nonfiction
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Historical fiction is a popular genre among many, but today's guest learned a lot about her reading life when she realized this genre wasn't for her! Today Anne is talking with Laura Howard, an Atlanta-area faculty developer and part-time university professor. She’s always seen reading as both a personal joy and a form of connection, whether with t…
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Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie
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Jeff and Rebecca tackle a titan of modern fiction, discussing the breakout book that made a literary icon, Midnight's Children by Salman Rushdie. They talk about what made Rushdie famous and what keeps him relevant, how to approach this challenging read, and why it's worth the effort. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to hel…
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College Bound: Big Books and Bright Futures
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In this episode of the Book Barn Book Club podcast, we’re joined by two older students, Veronica and Anderson, who share their fresh insights on classic and modern literature. Their thoughtful perspectives bring new life to books you may know well. A huge thank you goes out to Lanie's sister for her help with this episode, and to Veronica and Ander…
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From the Archive – Just Kids: Patti Smith On Art, Memory & Life-Changing Connections
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Regular listeners of the Service95 Book Club podcast will have spotted that, as well as our new monthly author interviews, we love diving back into some of Dua’s most memorable conversations from the past two years – and this one is too good to miss. This time from the archive, Dua sits down with legendary musician, poet and writer Patti Smith to t…
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Want to gift a book this holiday season, but not sure where to start? Tune in to today's episode for a thoughtful, curated holiday gift guide. Plus the Goodreads Book Awards, recent reads, and more.By Emily Rojas & Abigail Freshley
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372 Pages #196 – Deception Point Ep 4 – Corky Coats Himself in His Own WHAT?!*
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Support the podcast on Patreon, where you can hear our latest 280 Mysteries with special guest Dan Deacon, and be the first to learn what book is next! https://patreon.com/372pages This is it, the final episode of Dan Brown’s Deception Point, a book so dumb it raises (lowers?) the level at which a 372 book can be labelled as “dumb.” It’s entire gal…
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On this episode, we chat with bestselling author Lyla Lee to chat about her new YA romance novel, The Cuffing Game, a modern Korean American take on the timeless enemy-to-lovers tale Pride & Prejudice, remixed with the chaotic reality TV energy of Love Island about an aspiring student producer who reluctantly recruits her crush to participate in th…
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Last and First Men by Olaf Stapledon
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Writer and critic Matthew De Abaitua joins Andy, Una and Nicky to discuss Last and First Men: A Story of the Near and Far Future (1930), the astounding first novel by Olaf Stapledon. The book is one of the founding texts of science fiction, a fact that has both assured its reputation and arguably restricted its readership, a conundrum we discuss du…
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119 - Around The World In 80 Days (with Jess Perkins and Matt Stewart)
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On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read the Jules Verne novel, Around The World In 80 Days. Hearing all about this adventure classic are Dave's Do Go On buddies Jess Perkins and Matt Stewart. Recorded live at The Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival at Humdinger Studios in Melbourne. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS…
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Wicked for Good Ending Explained: All The Changes, Easter Eggs, & Hidden Secrets You Missed!
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The Wicked for Good ending changes EVERYTHING from the Broadway musical. So I'm doing a Wicked for Good ending explained, revealing seven essential details you need to know and discussing the significant changes from the Broadway musical to the screen adaptation. I'll also explore character motivations, talk about new songs, highlight Easter eggs y…
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By Carl Phillips Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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#308 - Raeleen's 30 Book Haul-Tacular
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Support The Podcast: Join our patreon and become a Dust Jacket! patreon.com/booksunbound Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/books_unbound/ Our website: booksunboundpodcast.com Need Info or Some Books? Buy books with our affiliate link: https://bookshop.org/shop/BooksUnbound Use our affiliate link to get 2 audiobooks for the price of …
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Today’s poem is the perfect prelude to Thanksgiving–not only by whetting the appetite, but by uncovering the hidden glories of one of the most enduring and ubiquitous of nature’s gifts. Happy reading. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dailypoempod.substack.com/subsc…
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Ep 730 - An American Marriage, by Tayari Jones
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What starts as a dismaying story about a wrongful conviction turns into a deep meditation on loyalty, marriage, and independence. Given the subject matter, you might expect a mystery or a courtroom drama. Instead, Jones offers up a moving account of a couple just trying to find a future that will have them. Our theme music was composed by Nick Lera…
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58. The 2025 Read Aloud Guide is almost here!
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I've been working on something since January that I can't WAIT to share with you! If you love discovering brand new picture books (and I know you do - those are always my most popular episodes), then you're going to be so excited about the 2025 Read Aloud Guide. It's a comprehensive resource featuring over 100 brand new picture books from 2025, all…
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Is the Canadian Booker winner worth reading?
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CBC Books’ Ryan B. Patrick gives his take on Flesh, this year's Booker Prize winner. David Szalay’s buzzy book follows the life of man from adolescence in Hungary to his wealthy middle age in London. Plus, writer Rabindranath Maharaj shares the most influential books in his life. Books discussed on this week's show include: Flesh by David Szalay A …
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Jeff and Rebecca inhale a slew of best books of the year lists. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Discussed in this episode: Check out Zero to Well-Read! T…
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By Ashanti Anderson Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen chapter 14 | Audiobook
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Sense and Sensibility by Jane Austen chapter 14, narrated by Isaac BirchallSubscribe on YT or Join the Book Club on Patreon and support me as an independent creator :Dhttps://ko-fi.com/theessentialreadshttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfOFfvo05ElM96CmfsGsu3g/joinSummary:Colonel Brandon’s departure is the talk of the park and mainly Mrs. Jenning…
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Megha Majumdar and Sally Hepworth on climate crisis and granny serial killers
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Megha Majumdar's The Guardian and the Thief asks what a billionaire, a manager and homeless person have in common, Sally Hepworth reveals the dramatic confession that led to her latest novel Mad Mabel and in the third episode of Dear Jane we are swept off our feet by the romance in Austen's Persuasion. Indian novelist Megha Majumdar's high stakes s…
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Send us a text Students from the Bard Sequence program Jentle Brown (Plainfield HS, NJ) , Donyjanae Weaver (Thurgood Marshall Academy PCS, DC) , and Aleeya White (Orange HS, NJ) discuss Sophocles' tragic play Antigone. Between minutes 25:00 and 29:11 we discuss Antigone's choice of death over life including thinking about this as a form of suicide.…
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By Shara McCallum Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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Sit Me Baby One More Time Ep 05 - Dawn and the Impossible Three (The Baby-Sitters Club #5)
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Our newest BSC member, Dawn, has a lot to juggle in her debut as a series protagonist. Her mom is dating Mary-Anne's dad. She's low-key feuding with Kristy, the BSC President. And she's been hired by a mother of three who just does NOT have her life together. What a trial by fire! These episodes posted first for our Patreon supporters! If you want …
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What might surprise you about Margaret Atwood’s new memoir
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Margaret Atwood’s Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts offers a sharp and funny look at the multifaceted life that shaped one of the most influential Canadian literary voices of our time. Atwood's longtime friend and novelist Susan Swan, along with Margaret’s ‘heir apparent’ Mona Awad join the show to discuss the memoir with Antonio Michael Downing. Bo…
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Literature isn’t a horse race. Taste is subjective, and artistic value can’t be measured in terms of “winners" and “losers.” That doesn’t mean it’s not fun to try. The book world’s awards season officially kicked off on Oct. 9, when the Hungarian novelist Laszlo Krasznahorkai won the 2025 Nobel Prize, and continued this month when the Booker Prize …
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Today’s poem, though brief, is arguably “bigger on the inside,” just like its subject. Happy reading. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribeBy Sean Johnson
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A Not So Good Night in the San Pedro of the World
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by Charles Bukowski Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.By Poetry Foundation
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236: Wisdom Takes Work by Ryan Holiday
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Today’s author promises to teach us how to listen more than we talk, to think with nuance, to ruthlessly question our own beliefs, and to develop a method of self-education. Join Mike & Cory as they consider the virtue on which all other virtues depend. Support the Show Recommend a Book Personal Retreat Planner Bookworm #235: Made to Stick Sponsor …
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224. Inside Spielbound: How Games Bring Us Together
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This week on The Book Drop, we’re on location at Spielbound Board Game Cafe to talk about the power of table top and board games to build community and spark storytelling! This is The Book Drop, featuring specials guests Kaleb Michaud and Ali Thariani. Happening at the Library Stories After Dark: Found Family | Friday, Nov. 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. …
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Aftershock: The War on Terror – Episode 1: With Us or Against Us
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In the days after 9/11, George W. Bush declared a state of emergency and initiated what would become an unprecedented expansion of US power. Public debate narrowed: there were new limits on what was acceptable, and not acceptable, to say. The London Review of Books published a number of pieces that challenged this consensus, forcing its editor, Mar…
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03 | Dear Jane — Persuasion, the original second chance romance
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Jane Austen's novel Persuasion was the last she completed before her death and it is considered a more mature, sombre romance, and in Dear Jane, we ask what makes it so special? Persuasion follows the ever dependable Anne Elliot and Frederick Wentworth's rekindled romance after an eight year hiatus when it was deemed unsuitable. Australian comedian…
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