
16-year-old Ellie Mano hasn't stopped reading since she picked up her first chapter book at the age of 5. In 2021, she decided to share her love of reading with other kids through a podcast, and lo and behold, this show was born! Each week, Ellie reviews a book she's enjoyed -- from high-stakes fantasy stories to edge-of-your-seat thrillers. The Hook of a Book podcast has gained national recogniti... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 257 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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Today, I review Project Hail Mary, by Andy Weir!
Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano
Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
TikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook
This week, I review A Spell to Wake the Dead, by Nicole Lesperance!
Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano
Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook
Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
Today, I review Finding My Way, by Malala Yousafzai!
Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano
Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
Instagram: @hookofabook
This week, I review King of Scars, by Leigh Bardugo!
Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano
Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook
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WOW!!! This is SUCH a good podcast❤️! I’ve listened to basically every episode and started “The summer I turned pretty”, and “The world ends in April”. I also asked my dad if I could read the hunger games series, and he said I’m too young, so IT HAS TO WAIT!!! WORST thing I’ve EVER heard!
PLEASE 🙏 continue making episodes!
P.S.: have you read the “Percy Jackson”series? It’s AWSOME 🤩!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!never mind, you have
WOW!!! This is SUCH a good podcast❤️! I’ve listened to basically every episode and started “The summer I turned pretty”, and “The world ends in April”. I also asked my dad if I could read the hunger games series, and he said I’m too young, so IT HAS TO WAIT!!! WORST thing I’ve EVER heard!
PLEASE 🙏 continue making episodes!
P.S.: have you read the “Percy Jackson”series? It’s AWSOME 🤩!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
this is an awesome podcast, i used to love reading but when i got into middle school i had a MASSIVE reading slump and then in the second semester of seventh grade, i started to get out of it and that's when i found this podcast!!! i'm going into eighth grade now and sooooo grateful for this podcast. on a side note my birthday is june sixteenth too!!! (i just turned 13). lastly, if you haven't, you should definitely read the words we keep, and you me and our heartstrings, they were both absolute... more
Wow!!! This is such a good podcast❤️! I’ve listened to basically every episode and started “The summer I turned pretty”, and “The world ends in April”. I also asked my dad if I could read the hunger games series, and he said I’m too young, so it has to wait.
Please continue making episodes,and keep reading 📖!
please please PLEASE do love and gelato!! It’s like the best book ever. this podcast is great!
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A vibrant exploration of literature tailored for young audiences, featuring book reviews and engaging discussions, with a special focus on genres popular among kids and teens, such as fantasy and thrillers. The host, a passionate young reader, invites listeners to discover diverse narratives and themes through insightful critiques and personal anecdotes that resonate with youth experiences. Unique in its inviting tone and youthful perspective, the content is not only entertaining but also enhances the listening experience with interviews that further enrich the literary journey.
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Hook of a Book launched 5 years ago and published 257 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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