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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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On this week’s episode, New York Times bestselling translator and classicist Emily Wilson joins us to discuss Crossing the Wine-Dark Sea: Journeys Through Ancient Literature (Liveright/Norton, Sept. 1). “Enchanting academic essays about translating ... more

On this week’s episode, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Liane Moriarty joins us to discuss Big Little Truths (Crown, Aug. 25). “Ten years later, the friends from Big Little Lies (2014) have new headaches, traumas, and secrets,” Kirkus writes ... more

On this week’s episode, New York Times bestselling author Tia Williams joins us to discuss The Missed Connection (Grand Central Publishing, June 16), book two in her North Falls series. Kirkus: “Desperate to reconnect with the perfect man she met on ... more

On this week’s episode, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Karin Slaughter joins us to discuss The Secrets We Keep (William Morrow/HarperCollins, Aug. 4), book two in her North Falls series. Kirkus: ““Every twist in the path to the truth is rive... more

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Recent Guests

Karin Slaughter
New York Times bestselling author
William Morrow (publisher)
Episode: Ep 490: Karin Slaughter
Lisa Gardner
Number one New York Times bestselling author
Grand Central Publishing / Author
Episode: Ep 489: Lisa Gardner
Chris Bohjalian
Number one New York Times bestselling author, discussing The Amateur
Doubleday / author
Episode: Ep 488: Chris Bohjalian
Julie Buntin
Author of Famous Men
Random House
Episode: Ep 487: Julie Buntin
Colson Whitehead
Author of Cool Machine
Doubleday
Episode: Ep 486: Colson Whitehead
Robinne Lee
Internationally best-selling author, actor, and producer
Author of Crash Into Me
Episode: Ep 485: Robinne Lee
Jessica Knoll
New York Times bestselling author, author of Helpless
Scribner
Episode: Ep 484: Jessica Knoll
Jenny Jackson
Author of The Shampoo Effect; vice president and editorial director of fiction at Alfred A. Knopf
Alfred A. Knopf
Episode: Ep 483: Jenny Jackson
Eva zu Beck
YouTube adventurer, National Geographic TV host, author of The Wilder Way, A Memoir of Adventure, Freedom, and an Uncharted Life
Gallery Books / National Geographic
Episode: Ep 482: Eva zu Beck

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Megan Labrese
Host of Fully Booked

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 110 ratings
  • Miss the weekly reviews!

    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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    thewasofshall
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    Neb8047
    United States3 months ago
  • Awesome podcast!

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

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    bettina1130
    United States3 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
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    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.

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    NowReading76
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise thoughtful, insightful questions and strong guest choices.
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Ep 490: Karin Slaughter
Q: How do you balance grief and humor in The Secrets We Hide?
Humor serves as a relief and a way to process grief; I think readers connect with characters who experience authentic emotions, and the balance keeps the narrative hopeful rather than relentlessly dark.
Ep 490: Karin Slaughter
Q: What was the approach to making this book a second in a planned North Falls series?
I always knew it would be part of a series, and I deliberately planted seeds in this book so the world and the characters can grow in later installments.
Ep 489: Lisa Gardner
Q: What is it like to write a thriller set in a small town with a long-ago disappearance at its center?
The guest explains that small-town policing, community dynamics, and a web of secrets create a fertile ground for mystery, with the town itself acting almost as a character that shapes decisions and motivations.
Ep 488: Chris Bohjalian
Q: I got to ask you about a word in this book. This is following my own interest. The word pisky first appears on page 40 of this novel. What does it signify?
Chris explains that pisky is discussed within the context of Episcopalian culture and serves as a linguistic detail that equips Mira's voice with a distinctive, era-appropriate vocabulary, illustrating how language colorizes character and setting.
Ep 484: Jessica Knoll
Q: What was your writing process like for this book compared to earlier works?
I found the process more taxing and learned to pace myself, allowing breaks between projects and focusing on intentional work rhythms to protect the creative spark.

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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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