
BookRiot.com co-founder Jeff O'Neal explores the wide bookish world. Interviews, lists, rankings, retrospectives, recommendations, and much more, featuring people who know and love books.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 71 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | ||||

Jeff is joined by Erin Somers to talk about her terrific new novel, The Ten Year Affair. Then, editor Naomi Huffman on Katherine Dunn, Geek Love, and the new collection of Dunn's work, Near Flesh.
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Hachette CEO David Shelley joins Jeff to talk about how Hachette is fighting book bans and censorship, working on greater exclusivity and access, and other issues facing publishing today.
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Jeff talks with Sasha Bonét about her memoir, The Waterbearers. Then, Jason Diamond joins to talk about his debut novel, Kaplan's Plot.
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This is a great edition to the Book Riot podcasts. Very interesting topics. Industry insights, author interviews that discuss writing techniques; how they’ve developed their craft etc. Jeff is a great host and asks very insightful questions.
…their site should be called, Book Snob. This last episode where they picked the It Books of the Year was my last Book Riot podcast (and I’ve subscribed to many of their shows over several years). They weren’t picking the “best” of the year, instead the “it” books of the year and of course Fourth Wing and Spare should have both been on it, not just Fourth Wing begrudgingly. For the record, I’ve not read either. But they were two of the most talked about books of the year! For the record. I’m a l... more
Love this new addition to the Book Riot podcasts. I’m getting so many new book recommendations and have found myself persuaded to read books I wasn’t previously excited about (and possibly a bit of the opposite, too, which I appreciate so I’m not spinning my wheels on books I’m not going to love). Looking forward to November’s episode already!!
If you like books, this is like candy! Jeff and Liberty banter about what books will be the best sellers each month. You get a little background on authors, the publishing world, seasonal sales, etc. They make me want to read everything.
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A literary podcast that intertwines insightful discussions about upcoming books, author interviews, and the broader cultural themes surrounding literature. The content frequently centers on innovative storytelling techniques, diverse authorship, and critical issues such as censorship and inclusivity in the publishing industry. Notably, the podcast presents engaging segments like monthly book rankings and deeper dives into authors' backgrounds, illuminating the connections between their narratives and societal contexts. Listeners can expect a mix of humor, poignant reflections, and a heartfelt celebration of books, making it a rich resource for both avid readers and those in the publishing field.
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