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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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CBC Radio's The Next Chapter travels the country, conversing with authors and readers of all kinds. A new episode every Saturday.
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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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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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Boring Books for Bedtime is a weekly 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 blend 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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Hosted by award-winning story coach K.M. Weiland, the Helping Writers Become Authors podcast will take you deep into story theory, writing techniques, and all the incredible wisdom of story. There is no such thing as "just a story." Come along to find out how to write YOUR best story, astound the world, and (just maybe) change your life!
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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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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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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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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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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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Welcome to the Books of Titans Podcast where I (Erik Rostad) seek truth & beauty in the Immortal Books. My goal is to read the Great Books written by 200 authors over the next 15 years and share what I’m learning. I’ll talk a bit about each book, tie ideas together from a variety of genres, and share the one thing I always hope to remember from each of the Immortal Books. www.booksoftitans.com
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Your local book club in podcast form! Join us Bi-Weekly to hear a long, detailed summary of the book we read and our numerous thoughts and opinions! Check our Instagram to find out our next book! Instagram: @girlsreadingbookspodcast
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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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A book recommendation podcast that's bound to grow your TBR!
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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, with guest episodes from the LRB's US editor Adam Shatz, Meehan Crist, Rosemary Hill and more. Find the LRB's new Close Readings podcast in on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or search 'LRB Close Readings' wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hey everybody, my name is Derek Plegge and I am the host of Plegge's Pages! As a husband, father, and small town pastor, I have found immense benefit from reading Christian books. In this podcast, I hope to not only share my love for reading, but also direct you to some life-changing books!
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Welcome to the Those Book Reading Heauxs podcast! Check us out every other week as we talk about what we're reading, what we ain't reading, what we're thinking about reading, and what we're eating when we're not reading.
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Join Becca Freeman and Olivia Muenter every Wednesday for a dose of books and banter, along with interviews with women who inspire us.
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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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The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.
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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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Simon (Stuck in a Book) and Rachel (Book Snob) debate the difficult decisions of books and reading.
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Just two book girlies with no filter and 0 triggers, having a good old natter about deranged books.
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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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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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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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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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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 Shinsky. 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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Shifting the conversation back to books. Hosted by Abigail Freshley and Emily Rojas.
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A blessing, a curse, a podcast, since 2014. Christopher (@cdhermelin) invites folks to the Damn Library to talk about reading, literature, publishing, and trying to make it through the never-dwindling stack of things to read. All with a themed drink in hand. Recorded at the Damn Library in Brooklyn, NY. For show info, book lists, and drink recipes, follow @somanydamnbooks and visit somanydamnbooks.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Professional Book Nerds podcast is now, Book Lounge by Libby Book Lounge by Libby is the podcast where authors, book lovers, and industry insiders come together to talk about the stories we love and the impact they have. Hosted by Joe Skelley, each episode invites you into a cozy, candid conversation about books, writing, publishing, and the trends shaping the literary world. PLUS, every episode features book recommendations from some of your favorite online content creators. Book Lounge ...
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Find your book club picks and get your literary fix here. I lead bookish discussions with authors, friends and family minus the scheduling, wine, charcuterie board and the book you didn’t have time to finish. My tastes skew toward the literary but I can’t resist a good thriller or the must-read book of the season. If you like authors like Donna Tartt, Ann Patchett, Jonathan Franzen, Marie Benedict and Rachel Hawkins this podcast is for you.
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A podcast about your 10th grade reading list, hosted by John McCoy.
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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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A podcast where we talk about our book of the week. Read along with us!
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Prosecco N Prose is a monthly virtual book club. Literature is lit with entertaining English teachers Wendy and Amy as they dive deep while deconstructing prose and downing Prosecco. We talk all things book club and then some. We'd love feedback and always take into consideration requests.
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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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Interviews with fantasy and adventure authors about their new books. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/fantasy
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On ‘The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy’, the renowned broadcaster, author and book lover sits down with household names to discover the books that have influenced their lives. Every week, Ryan will turn the pages of their life through the prism of three books: The childhood book, the book that brought them joy, and the book that changed their life. ‘The Bookshelf with Ryan Tubridy’ is brought to you by Eason – Ireland’s favourite bookseller. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor ...
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A show that encourages families to deepen their bonds and raise resilient kids through the shared experience of reading — with Quinn Cummings and special guests from the world of books and parenting. readingtoconnect.substack.com
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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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A fun, upbeat, accessible show about brilliant books, writing and culture. 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. #books #bookpodcast #authors #writers #booklovers #writing #literature #bookrecommendations #bookworms Hosted on Acast. See ...
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Strangely Endearing Heroines + Reading Weird Girl Books
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Send us a text In Episode 209 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah are sharing thoughts on weird girl books! In this episode we share some books that worked for us, some that missed the mark, and discuss some heroines that we found strangely endearing and relatable - even in their weird quirks. If you prefer other shopping options, you can find toda…
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The Railway Traveller's Handy Book, Part 3
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Let’s kick off a month of relaxing travels to sleep with more from this handy guide to riding a train. This time, how to purchase your ticket, class differences, the best place to sit, and why rudely stolen seats are never worth the embarrassment of a kerfuffle. Facts! Help us stay ad-free and 100% listener-supported! Patreon: https://www.patreon.c…
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Ep 418 - Best Books of the Year Halftime Show!
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Brea and Mallory pick their favorite books of the year…so far. Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Merch Recommendations Store Sponsors - Teasperience www.teasperience.com CODE: GLASSES Links - Reading Glasses Facebook Group Reading Glasses Goodreads Group Amazon Wish List Newsletter Libro.fm To join our Slack channe…
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Who’s Behind Your Next Favorite Read? Meet Our Guest Hosts!
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In this episode of Book Lounge, we're handing the mic to the readers behind the recs! Meet our guest hosts who'll be joining us all season long to share their themed picks! To get to know everyone, they'll be answering our version of the New BookTuber Tag - diving into their reading tastes, love of libraries and vibe essentials - so you can get to …
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Welcome back to another book club session! This week, we're discussing Funny Story by Emily Henry. We talk about everything in this book, from its fake dating trope all the way to the great debate on if one should wait two hours after eating pancakes to have sex. Enjoy the episode! Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and/or a rating on Spoti…
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No Longer Just A Little Guy (ft. Fred C. Stresing)
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Mike and Danny are joined by Fred C. Stresing to talk about comics, HeroClix, 2000s comic books, Rick & Morty, and more! JULY 2025 SCHEDULE UPDATE - https://www.patreon.com/posts/132396622 Note: We had some serious technical issues this week with our recording software which caused our audio to sound a bit worse than usual. Sorry! Check out Fred's …
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Start Em' Young (Reading Books & Killing Ants) -- Interview w/Cru Plegge
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In this special episode, I’m joined by a very important guest—my oldest son, Cru Plegge, who just turned five years old! Cru has been talking about being on the podcast for a long time, and today is the day his dream comes true. We chat about all the things he loves—his passions, favorite hobbies, the Bible stories that capture his heart, and the b…
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Episode 32 - What are picture books, and why are they useful?
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School Reading List podcast hosted by Tom Tolkien Season 1: Episode 32 For transcripts, resources, show notes and contact details, see https://schoolreadinglist.co.uk/podcasts/series-1-episode-32/ Part 1 Book post Skipshock by Caroline O’Donoghue The Great Pollination Investigation by Deborah Hocking Snarky Sharky by Bethan Clarke, illustrated by N…
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Must-read books to take on your trip this summer, the former First Lady of Iceland shares her life in books, and more
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Nathan Maharaj and Christine Estima join The Next Chapter’s summer book panel to start the season with some reading recommendations; Eliza Reid shares the most influential books in her life; and acclaimed writer Michelle Good answers the Proust Questionnaire on this episode of The Next Chapter.
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Reading Challenge: Read a Book Set in a Continent You Want to Visit
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This week on The Book Drop, we take on the newest reading challenge theme to read a book set in a continent we want to visit and we’ll dig into the debate over how many continents there actually are. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library: Communi…
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Should You Re-Read Books From Your Past or Focus on New Books?
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I love experiencing a book for the first time. There’s the rush of discovering a new story, an intoxicating idea, or a memorable character. By the time I’ve finished the book, I’m ready to get that hit again with a new book. I actually fear the high won’t be as good if I go back and read a book for a second time, even if it’s a book I really enjoye…
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Send us a text Missed us? We put a pause on life to drop another episode. This time we talk about "Make a Scene" by Mimi Grace. We also mention a new idea for our book reviews. Follow us at instagram.com/thosebookreadingheauxs or visit us at https://msha.ke/thosebookreadingheauxs. Have a book suggestion? Email us at [email protected]…
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A midyear reading check-in has become a small tradition around here, and today Anne is welcoming team member Shannan Malone back to the podcast. Today, you'll hear Anne and Shannan dive into the history of this practice before exploring how this year’s been going so far, what they're each excited about, and what’s working (and not working) in each …
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In this sunny episode, we welcome our book club friend Elisa to the Book Barn! We dive into our June pick, 28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand and mention its follow-up novella The Sixth Wedding. Along the way, we chat about summer getaways, both real and fictional. Books Mentioned: • 28 Summers by Elin Hilderbrand • The Sixth Wedding: A 28 Summers Stor…
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Today we're discussing the world of celebrity pap walks featuring the celebs and their books. From Sarah Jessica Parker (who always seems to be caught with a book) to Timmy C. on the subway reading Dune to a SPIRITED debate over the Bradley Cooper-Suki Waterhouse Lolita fiasco... We've got it all. We're also discussing the recent trailer for Projec…
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Angel (1957) by the English writer Elizabeth Taylor, is the subject of this special episode - and, as you'll hear, the next episode of Locklisted too.* Joining Andy and Una for a hotly disputed umpteenth appearance on the podcast is our guest, the critic and broadcaster Andrew Male. We last featured Elizabeth Taylor in 2019 when we discussed The So…
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243: Allison King (THE PHOENIX PENCIL COMPANY) & Anton Hur's TOWARD ETERNITY
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Pencils UP, everyone! Point their sharpened points straight to the sky, because Allison King, author of the endlessly inventive Phoenix Pencil Company, drops by the virtual library to talk all things pencils and magic and the one book that changed her life. Plus, she brings along Anton Hur’s novel in stories, about AI and robots and poetry, Toward …
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On this episode, we're joined by author Naomi Xu Elegant to chat about her debut novel Gingko Season, a story about a young Chinese American woman finding love, identity, purpose, and political awakening alongside her friends, set in New York City in 2018. Books & Boba is a podcast dedicated to reading and featuring books by Asian and Asian America…
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By Robert FrostBy Poetry Foundation
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This week, David did research and Mike read the back of the book, finding that, "More than 6 million kids have laughed..." We would like to add to that, these 2 dads, who laughed heartily from the 30th floor, while discussing the Matrix with Mrs. Zarves.By Michael Walker & David Patrick
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S17:E16: Why Intentional Storytelling Matters in an Era of AI and Algorithm-Driven Content
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Intentional storytelling means making creative choices with purpose. Here’s why that matters more than ever in an AI-driven content world.By K.M. Weiland
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Ep 710 - A Boy's Own Story, by Edmund White
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The late Edmund White’s breakthrough 1982 novel is the first in a trilogy of autobiographical novels that depict key eras in his life as a gay man. A Boy’s Own Story is, as you might expect, about a boy - a boy whose longing for the men in his life leads to powerful (though perhaps not entirely positive) self-understanding. This episode is sponsore…
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Project Hail Mary Gets a Trailer, AI Is Fair Use (for now), and more book news of the week
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Jeff and Rebecca talk about several notable adaptations news items, legal rulings in AI and LBGTQ titles, recent reading, and more. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky. Get more industry news with our Today in Books daily newsletter.…
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By Ishion HutchinsonBy Poetry Foundation
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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky - Part 3 chapter 1 | Audiobook
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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky - Part 3 chapter 1, 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: Raskolnikov's Mother and sister are grief-stricken at his condit…
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By Christine KanownikBy Poetry Foundation
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Happy 4th of July and 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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by Wallace StevensBy Poetry Foundation
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The Time Machine, by H. G. Wells chapter 8 | Audiobook
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The Time Machine, by H. G. Wells chapter 8, 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: Weena and the Time Traveler arrive at the Palace of Green Porcelain and enter. It a…
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226: The 5 Resets by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar
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Today’s author is a Harvard stress expert who promises to help us overcome our stress using five small but mighty mindset shifts. Join Mike & Cory as they attempt to rewire their brains and achieve balance in their battle with burnout. Support the Show Recommend a Book The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins The 5 Resets by Dr. Aditi Nerurkar Extra Focu…
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Summer Movie Blockbusters and Beyond with Film Streams
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This week on The Book Drop, we explore how blockbuster movies shape pop culture and we talk with our friends at Film Streams about what it means to go to the movies! This is the Book Drop. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library: Textile Art with M…
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#254 - The Education of Cyrus by Xenophon
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Last week, I discussed Anabasis by Xenophon, which covers the failed attempt of Cyrus the Younger to rule the Persian Empire with the help of 10,000+ Greek Mercenaries. The Education of Cyrus covers a different Cyrus, Cyrus the Great (600 - 530BC). This is the Cyrus in the Bible. The Cyrus of the British Museum’s Cyrus Cylinder. The Cyrus who conqu…
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By Denise LetoBy Poetry Foundation
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Bestselling spy novelists, David McCloskey and Paul Vidich, join Joe Haddow for a good ole fashioned booking off! As well as discussing their new novels ('The Seventh Floor' and 'The Poets Game'), they also share some great book recommendations and talk us through their writing processes. Spy novels are such a great way to learn about world history…
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By Omotara JamesBy Poetry Foundation
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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky - Part 2 chapter 7 | Audiobook
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Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoyevsky - Part 2 chapter 7, 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: Raskolnikov sees Marmeladov, drunk, lying in the street after ha…
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Jeff and Rebecca try to figure out what the It Books of July will be. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky. Get more industry news with our Today in Books daily newsletter. Looking to elevate your reading life? Tailored Book Recommend…
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What My Son—and One Surprising Conversation—Reminded Me About This Movement When my 11-year-old said "I love it because it just feels good...brings us closer" about our reading time, it reminded me why I started all of this. Then a friend shared how my private podcast shifted her from rushed, tense reading to creating intentional moments with her k…
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Juliana Horatia Ewing (August 3, 1841 – May 13, 1885) was an English writer of children's stories. Her writings display a sympathetic insight into children's lives, an admiration for things military, and a strong religious faith. Known as Julie, she was the second of ten children of the Rev. Alfred Gatty, Vicar of Ecclesfield in Yorkshire, and Marg…
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Send us a text Wendy and Amy discuss Sold by Patricia McCormick and sip a Frozen Lemon Fizzer prosecco cocktail. We talk about the horrific reality of child sex slavery, gender dynamics and women as property. Pop a cork to the strength of a woman! Ingredients for Today's Frozen Lemon Fizzer: 4 scoops lemon sorbet, 1 3/4 fl. oz. limoncello, 2 oz. Pr…
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Close Readings: Mikhail Bulgakov and James Hogg
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James Hogg’s ghoulish metaphysical crime novel 'The Private Memoirs and Confessions of a Justified Sinner' (1824) was presented as a found documented dating from the 17th century, describing in different voices the path to devilry of an antinomian Calvinist, Robert Wringhim. Mikhail Bulgakov’s 'The Master and Margarita', written between 1928 and 19…
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It’s time for July Three Things! Tune in for a game, fantasy dinner parties, writing process dives, best books of the year (so far), Materialists thoughts, and more! Becca’s Things Materialists Hallmark Movie Game Dream Summer Dinner Party Olivia’s Things Materialists Favorite Reads in 2025 so far (Becca’s includes One Golden Summer by Carley Fortu…
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#318 - Afterparties by Anthony Veasna So
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On this episode, we discuss our June 2025 book club pick is Afterparties by the late Anthony Veasna So, a short story collection about a community of Cambodian Americans in San Joaquin County. Join us as we discuss all nine short stories that take us through a myriad of emotions with Anthony's often melancholic, sometimes hopeful, and darkly funny …
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By A.R. AmmonsBy Poetry Foundation
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On the latest episode of New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie commiserate over their bookish pet peeves, like distracting audiobook narration and genre clichés, before diving into their picks for July’s new releases. Check out this month's titles and place holds here or visit omahalibrary.org/podcast. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every mo…
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Ep 484: A summer to slow down and sink into what you love
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Today's guest is looking for ways to slow down and sink into what she loves most as she plans her summer of reading. Chelsea Siler is an early childhood special education teacher in Tacoma, Washington. She's often found reading to be a source of joy, escape, and growth, and she'd like these positive experiences to be reflected in her reading select…
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Best Books We’ve Read This Year… So Far
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Send us a text In Episode 208 of Book Talk, Etc., Tina and Hannah reflect on their reading year so far with fun bookish superlatives, surprising standouts, and, of course, their favorite reads of 2025 (so far)! Loving Lately Heat protectant Conair Crimper The Jinx - HBO Links to all the books mentioned: https://amzn.to/3GgEcOW Latest Read: King of …
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