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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 342 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ArtsSociety & Culture | |||

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On this week’s special episode, we’re celebrating the 2026 Kirkus Prizes, announced Oct. 7th at a ceremony in New York City. Kirkus Prize for Fiction winner Tayari Jones joins us to discuss the ceremony, literary prizes, and her stellar... more
On this week’s special episode, recorded live at the National Book Festival in Washington, D.C., we’re joined by Jordan Moblo, Executive Vice President of Creative Acquisitions and IP Management at Universal Studio Group, and founder of Jordy’s Book ... more
On this week’s episode, comedian, host, actor, writer, and producer Murray Hill joins us to discuss Showbiz! My Life as a Middle-Aged Man (Gallery Books, Oct. 6). Kirkus: “A rip-roaring story of Liza-esque unsinkability from a Don Rickles–esque enter... more
On this week’s special Kirkus Indie Awards episode, C.W. Johnson discusses his award-winning novel, A Life Full of Quarks (Baryon Dreams Press, Sept. 24, 2024). “In Johnson’s novel, a brilliant physicist tries to build a life after narrowly surviving... more
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Megan is a fantastic host, but I really miss the old format! At the end of the interview, Kirkus editors would spotlight new releases across reading levels and genres, and now it’s just the interview. I’m tuning out more and don’t feel that enthused listening to someone I’ve likely never heard of talking about a book I will never read.
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This podcast has great guests and a terrific host who asks thoughtful and insightful questions. A must download!
Such a great podcast! I love hearing from the host and authors. The books they talk about are always interesting and I love the personalities of everyone participating. I especially love the host, Megan, and find her interviews to be really fun and insightful.
This is one of my regular listens. Great conversations with a range of authors. Get a lot of book ideas here.
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This show features in-depth author interviews that blend literary analysis with craft insights, exploring how books are built—from plotting and voice to themes, setting, and historical context. Episodes frequently weave in behind-the-scenes storytelling, writing processes, and reader-oriented discussions, often pairing the conversation with recommendations, giveaways, and cross-promotions to keep listeners engaged. Unique to this program is the emphasis on understanding the publishing ecosystem—from Kirkus reviews to author promotion—while spotlighting a broad slate of literary voices, including thrillers, literary fiction, memoir, and non-fiction, with a strong focus on craft and storytelling impact.
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