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Ampersand: The Poets & Writers Podcast

Poets & Writers
Poetry
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Listen to authors reading from their new books of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction featured in Page One: Where New and Noteworthy Books Begin.

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The Memory Museum by M Lin by Poets & Writers

The Evolution of Fire by Angela Pelster by Poets & Writers

Surety by Anna Zumbahlen by Poets & Writers

Hungered by Amanda Rizkalla by Poets & Writers

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • yes

    It’s hard to find a podcast with not to much dull small talk and snobbery, this gets right to the meat of poems and words. Really happy with this so far.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agent nipps
    Canada5 years ago
  • & is an A+

    Really great podcast that has its finger firmly on the pulse of contemporary lit. I highly recommend checking it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daveiii
    United States7 years ago
  • The podcast I didn’t know I needed

    I’m so glad I found this. Hands down my new favorite podcast. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Regardingsamuel.com
    United States7 years ago
  • Crucial!

    I need this podcast in my life — to help me think about writing when I can’t be doing it, and to inspire me when I am. Thank you! Two months feels like a long time to wait between episodes, but I’ll live if the terrific producers keep ‘me coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThisIsTheQuietCar
    United States8 years ago
  • Groovy and satisfying

    Podcasts are my drug of choice when I'm driving and I can really groove on some Ampersand when it's just me and the road.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Citizen Coco
    United States8 years ago

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Audiences feel inspired to write and read more after episodes, appreciating author-centered conversations and quality production
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Listeners praise the show for its concise, engaging readings and avoidance of excessive small talk

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The show centers on authors reading from new books of poetry, fiction, and creative nonfiction, often in intimate, performance-driven formats that highlight language, memory, and craft. Episodes frequently feature lyric explorations, character-driven narratives, and thoughtful reading notes, with guests ranging from debut poets to established storytellers. A recurring strength is the blend of performance with literary analysis and author storytelling, making it a strong pick for listeners who love contemporary poetry and prose and want curated book recommendations along with deep-dive author readings.

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Ampersand: The Poets & Writers Podcast launched 10 years ago and published 376 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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