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 | 901 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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Jeff and Rebecca talk about what books are making waves as summer gets rolling.
As we move through 2026, we want to make sure Book Riot remains your go-to destination for all things bookish. Whether you’re here for the curated recommendations, the l... more
Jeff and Rebecca note The Guardian's new collaborative list of the 100 greatest novels of all time, ponder PRH's delivery of "a strong business performance, updated our Fourth Wing Ever Gets Adapted odds, and more.
Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple ... more
Jeff and Rebecca wrap up recommendation season.
Discussed in this episode:
The Intuitionist by Colson Whitehead
Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders
Julie Otsuka
Susan Choi
How to Live Safely in a Science Fictional Universe by Charles Yu
Th... more
Jeff and Rebecca talk about the 2026 Pulitzer prizes, best books of the year so far, summer book previews, and more of the week's book news.
Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Join The Book Riot Podcast Patreon for bonus conten... more
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- 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 Podcasts3Hikingreader
United States10 days 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 States15 days ago - Ep March 39 — professional malpractice and waste of time
Why on earth would you discuss books you haven’t read (the Don DeLillo discussion). Why have on a host who hasn’t read the book(s)? Just comes across as disrespectful of both subject and audience. Ugh.
Apple Podcasts1TsundokuchanUnited States2 months ago - Advertising Generative AI Narration?!?!?!
I love this podcast but recently I was so disappointed to hear an advertisement for a generative AI narrator program. You have spent a long time talking about how prompters creating books with generative AI aren’t authors, just prompters, but you don’t extend that thought process to another art form?!
Apple Podcasts3reluctant_runnerUnited States2 months ago - Favourite hosts!
My favourite podcast hosts!!! Great interaction
Apple Podcasts5jmooreb
Canada3 months ago
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Conversations center around the latest events, trends, and news in the literary world, encompassing a wide array of topics such as diverse publishing practices, adaptations of popular books, and recommendations for avid readers. The hosts engage in discussions that resonate with not just the literary community but also broader societal issues, emphasizing stories that reflect diversity, representation, and reader identity. Unique aspects include the natural chemistry between the hosts, which fosters a friendly, informal atmosphere that feels like a casual chat among friends rather than a formal podcast presentation. This engaging format, alongside insightful commentary, makes it appealing to listeners who appreciate literature and the intri... more
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2. Louise Erdrich
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5. Martha Hickson
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