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Get the ultimate insider's scoop on the best new books. The editors at Kirkus Reviews interview your favorite authors, tell you whether or not the books on the bestseller list are worth the read, give you behind-the-scenes insights, and introduce you to great books you may otherwise never find.

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Latest Episodes

We conclude our Best Books of 2025 coverage with a special episode dedicated to young adult. First, Libba Bray joins us to discuss Under the Same Stars (Farrar, Straus and Giroux, Feb. 4). Then young readers’ editor Laura Simeon highlights some more ... more

We’re continuing our Best Books of 2025 coverage with a special episode dedicated to middle grade. First, Adam Gidwitz joins us to discuss Max in the Land of Lies: A Tale of World War II (Dutton, February 25). Then young readers’ editors Laura Simeon... more

We’re continuing our Best Books of 2025 coverage with a special episode dedicated to picture books. First, Patricia Morris Buckley joins us to discuss To Walk the Sky: How Iroquois Steelworkers Helped Build Towering Cities, illustrated by E.B. Lewis ... more

We’re continuing our Best Books of 2025 coverage with a special episode dedicated to nonfiction. First, Jen Hatmaker joins us to discuss Awake: A Memoir (Avid Reader Press, Sept. 23), one of Kirkus’ Best Nonfiction Books of the year. Then nonfiction ... more

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Adam Gidwitz
Author of Max in the Land of Lies, a middle grade book
Dutton
Episode: Best Middle Grade Books of 2025 with Adam Gidwitz
Patricia Morris Buckley
Author of 'To Walk the Sky', a book honoring Iroquois steelworkers
Heartdrum
Episode: Best Picture Books of 2025 with Patricia Morris Buckley
Jen Hatmaker
Author of Awake! A Memoir
Avid Reader Press
Episode: Best Nonfiction Books of 2025 with Jen Hatmaker
Lily King
Best-selling author known for her novels including 'Euphoria' and 'Writers and Lovers'
Episode: Best Fiction Books of 2025 with Lily King
Ben Schott
Writer and photographer, author of Schott's Significa
Workman
Episode: 2025 Holiday Gift Guide with Ben Schott and Michael W. Twitty
Michael W. Twitty
Writer, culinary historian and educator, author of Recipes From the American South
Fiden
Episode: 2025 Holiday Gift Guide with Ben Schott and Michael W. Twitty
Catherine Newman
Bestselling author known for her works like 'Wreck' and 'Sandwich'
Harper
Episode: Catherine Newman
Joyce Vance
Former U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Alabama, legal analyst for MSNBC
University of Alabama School of Law
Episode: Joyce Vance
Janice Hallett
Murder Mystery Maven and author of The Killer Question
Atria
Episode: Mystery, Thrillers, and Horror with Janice Hallett

Host

Megan Labrese
Editor-at-large of Kirkus Reviews, known for engaging interviews and insightful discussions with authors about literature and contemporary issues.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 107 ratings
  • Awesome podcast!

    This podcast has great guests and a terrific host who asks thoughtful and insightful questions. A must download!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bettina1130
    United States2 years ago
  • Great book recs!

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Illustratedreads
    United States3 years ago
  • Unique literary podcast

    This is one of my regular listens. Great conversations with a range of authors. Get a lot of book ideas here.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NowReading76
    United States3 years ago
  • Amazing!

    It’s a great way to stay on top of the latest books!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jessetla
    United States4 years ago
  • Such promise

    I JUST made it through an episode with a favorite writer, in spite of the host. FOR THE LOVE OF GOD suppress the forced, nervous laughter. You are bigger than that.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    reyx____
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners enjoy the engaging conversations and insightful questions posed by the host.
Some critiques mention a need for the host to tone down laughter, which can be perceived as forced or distractive during interviews.
Overall, the podcast is valued for its literary focus and the opportunity to discover new authors, although audio quality has been noted as inconsistent.
Many appreciate the informative book recommendations and the variety of authors featured.

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Best Middle Grade Books of 2025 with Adam Gidwitz
Q: How does Adam approach the theme of trust within his writing?
He believes he trusts his readers with complicated subjects, making sure the ideas are presented in a way that is engaging for them.
Best Middle Grade Books of 2025 with Adam Gidwitz
Q: Who is Max Bretzfeld?
Max is a 10-year-old Jewish boy sent from Berlin to England to escape the Nazis, and he wishes to return to Germany to find his parents.
Best Picture Books of 2025 with Patricia Morris Buckley
Q: Why was this a history that you wanted to share with young readers?
Buckley wanted to share this history because it was a personal family story, and she believes it highlights an important aspect of Native American contributions to well-known infrastructures, which is often overlooked.
Best Picture Books of 2025 with Patricia Morris Buckley
Q: How did these people first get into this profession? What were the pros and cons of this employment for them?
Buckley explains that initially, Mohawk men started in lower positions due to prejudice, but as they took risks and demonstrated their abilities, they were elevated to high steel work where the wages were significantly better.
Best Nonfiction Books of 2025 with Jen Hatmaker
Q: Is there a bigger story you're telling in this book?
Jen explains that while her divorce story is a significant part, the book also addresses broader themes and systems that contributed to her experiences.

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4. Lily King
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