Book Riot - The Podcast
Book RiotNews 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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 934 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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Vanessa Diaz joins Rebecca for another trip back into literary history. This time, they discuss a writer whose proximity to fame and wealth defined his career, for better and for (much, much) worse.
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So much book news! Our most anticipated book/guest pairings for Obama's imminent book podcast, NBA fiction longlist continues to be head-scratching, it is remarkable how unremarkable B&N buying another indie is, recent reading, and more.
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Jeff and Rebecca run down the books that are selling, generating buzz, and otherwise making literary waves right now. Rebecca even impulse purchased something during the show.
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Jeff and Rebecca dive into a busy start to fall in books: 2026 book sales, Emily Wilson's new translation of The Odyssey, Lonesome Dove adaptation news, and much more.
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- My Incentive to Read More
Jeff and Rebecca are not only extremely well read and erudite, but have real chemistry together. A highly informative podcast with a fun, funny, light touch that makes this feel like anything but intellectual kale, which it easily could have been.
Apple Podcasts5BradleyLegit
United Statesa month ago - Ad problem
I like this podcast but the eleven reader ads along with the AI odyssey are so off putting, esp that you don’t say that it’s AI (but it’s quite obvious from how it sounds).
Apple Podcasts4BeckyReader123United States2 months ago - Love the Chemistry but sometimes out of touch.
Love the chemistry between Jeff and Rebecca. Whenever there is an episode where one of them switches out (usually for vacation to some amazing location) I skip it. But when they are on together I love it. A little out of touch at times regarding politics or how ‘regular’ people think. And sometimes they miss obvious book news. But their chemistry keeps me coming back.
Apple Podcasts3Vester+70United States3 months ago - Correction pu Pulitzer episode parentheses the correspondent
Rebecca mentioned that the correspondent has received no awards or recognition. That is not correct. It is a finalist for the women’s prize for fiction. It won the pin Hemmingway debut novel of the year. There’s no comparison between the correspondent and Theo of Golden. I agree Theo is right contrite. With weak writing, but that is certainly not the case with the correspondent she is a serious talented writer. It would certainly be worth your time to read it.
Apple Podcasts3HikingreaderUnited States4 months ago - My bookish friends
I’m more into books than most of the people I know- and I work in a library, so I know a lot of bookish people. I’m so into books that recently, after a gummy when I randomly opened Goodreads, I let the FEELINGS of so many books I’ve loved wash over me for awhile. I’m so into books that I’m still angry that my favorite book reviewer, Ron Charles, was fired by The Washington Post, and I signed up for his Substack about a minute after I found out about his firing. I discover a book by a favorite a... more
Apple Podcasts5dianabolicalUnited States5 months ago
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What is Book Riot about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Two book-focused hosts discuss the latest in publishing, book news, trends, and culture, blending industry analysis with lively debates and practical recommendations for readers. Episodes frequently cover publishing deals, AI's role in writing and media, adaptations, awards chatter, and market signals across fiction and nonfiction, often interspersed with sponsor segments and book recommendations. A defining trait is the banter-filled, conversational style that makes complex industry topics approachable while still delivering actionable insights for listeners who want to track what's hot in books and reading culture.
Noteworthy aspects include a strong emphasis on industry dynamics (deals, AI, adaptations), a willingness to critique and ce... more
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2. Kathi Inman Berens
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