Behind The Stack
Brett BennerA book podcast with book lover Brett Benner of bretts.book.stack on instagram and youtube. Author interviews and bookish conversations to help add more to your TBR pile! Watch/Listen to Behind the Stack on YouTube: www.youtube.com/bretts.book.stackInstagram: www.instagram.com/bretts.book.stackEmail: brettsbookstack@gmail.com
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 102 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Brett sits down with Mary Beth Keane to discuss her latest novel and Good Morning America Book Club Pick, 'Whale Harbor" They talk all things Irish: extended large families, including her own, the rural setting, Catholic School and rebellion, emotion... more
Brett sits down with author Will Maclean to discuss his American debut, 'Solace House'. They talk about reading snobbery, his past writing in comedy, horror narratives, writing sympathetic characters in the genre, The Fairy Feller's Master-Stroke, th... more
In his 100th episode, Brett sits down with Bonnie Garmus to discuss her new book, 'Peck & Peck'. They have a 'Lessons in Chemistry' check in, they talk poets as oracles, the downside to AI, the need for artists, and an unlikely friend in Essex.
Bon... more
Brett sits down with author T. Geronimo Johnson to discuss his latest book, 'The Occidental Book of the Dead'. They talk race, how narratives define our reality, the slow march of progress, writing this in first and third person, writing for constitu... more
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- Love the content
I love Brett’s interviews and especially semi regular chats with Renée. However, the sound quality does really grind my gears when the voices don’t come through very crisp and there are hiccups in the editing.
Apple Podcasts4Kourtney16
Canadaa month ago - Really Loving This
Wonderful podcast for people who prioritize books and appreciate thoughtful discussion. Brett’s enthusiasm is utterly infectious and his use of self disclosure is skillful and additive.
Apple Podcasts5SantaFeLAH
United States3 months ago - Thoughtful Interviews
Brett is great at literary interviews. He is thoughtful, deeply knowledgeable, and approachable. I love listening after reading a book, as it adds nuance and depth to my reading experiences.
Apple Podcasts5FiremoonrageUnited States5 months ago - The best author interviews
I love this podcast, Brett is such a thoughtful interviewer and has great guests. Only issue is my TBR gets longer and longer 😊
Apple Podcasts5B J A
United Kingdom7 months ago - Book lovers dream
I’m so glad I discovered this podcast; it’s now among my favorites and is a must-listen. I love the books you discuss and your thoughtful interview style—it’s all so well done. And thank you for not adding music in the middle and end of the episodes! This is the perfect book podcast.
Apple Podcasts5LwendylUnited Statesa year ago
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What is Behind The Stack about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A humanities-focused book discussion show featuring long-form author interviews and thoughtful conversations about contemporary literature, fiction craft, and publishing. Episodes span literary fiction, historical fiction, memoir, and genre literature, often centering on author process, narrative structure, representation, and book promotion. Notable strengths include deep-dive author chats, personal anecdotes that illuminate writing choices, and a clear emphasis on making readers' TBR stacks grow—while maintaining accessible, reader-friendly storytelling. A standout aspect is how conversations blend craft with behind-the-scenes publishing insights, indie bookselling, and festival culture, which can be particularly appealing to avid readers... more
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Recent guests on Behind The Stack include:
1. Mary Beth Keane
2. Will Maclean
3. Bonnie Garmus
4. T. Geronimo Johnson
5. Jordan Tannahill
6. Chloe Benjamin
7. Emil Wilson
8. Téa Obreht
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