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Life On Books Podcast

Life On Books
Literature
Gravity's Rainbow
Book Club
Books
Fiction
Thomas Pynchon
American Literature
Lonesome Dove
Masculinity
100 Years Of Solitude
Infinite Jest
Postmodern Literature
Indie Publishers
Hard Rain Falling
Translated Literature
The Last Samurai
Reading
Omensetter's Luck
Reading Habits
Reading Slump

On the LOB Podcast we discuss books, primarily fiction, literature, but also feature interviews with authors, writers, publishers, editors, and educators. If you love fiction, literature or just books in general, you're in the right place. We upload our podcast weekly on Fridays

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Hosts

Tony
Host of Life On Books Podcast; regular presence across episodes, often leading conversations about fiction, book culture, and publishing trends.
Andy
Co-host of Life On Books Podcast; known for lively banter, deep dives into books, and engagement with listeners.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • It’s ok, but their reading profile is limited

    I like to pod, but it tends to feature maximalist books (particularly Andy) that aren’t for everyone. I like hearing about them anyway, but they can also be wildly ignorant of, or appreciated of, other types of books. This comes out when they look at Best Of lists and straight up haven’t even heard of very well known books or authors. They’re on a reading journey like the rest of us, so no biggie, but some of the things they say about these books they don’t/barely know makes me cringe for them.

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    AK_AK0899
    United States3 months ago
  • Not a Fan

    Confused about when these guys started reading books? It feels like they have trained themselves to read fiction. When did this training begin?

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    Luscious Skin
    United States3 months ago
  • LISTICLE POD!

    I used to kinda like this podcast, but they have devolved into a bi-weekly, materialist, listicle pod; usually talking about books they haven’t even read. If you took a shot every time either of them had an actual insight about literature, you would remain very sober indeed. But a great place for discount codes!

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    S Jerry
    United States5 months ago
  • Great pod

    I really enjoy this. Great recommendations and good content.

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    5
    Harold77171
    United States5 months ago
  • Always an Interesting Time

    I mean this sincerely. One of the reasons I so enjoy this podcast is that each episode is different, they explore a varied range of topics about books and literature, and I always manage to add another book to my story graph that I want to read. I appreciate that they also hype up Indie press like Vellum but also that I want to join in on the conversation with them. I have to keep my notes app open so I can jot a thought down and a new book that sounds interesting. Great job and thank you for ad... more

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    lilreader1121
    United States7 months ago

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Some fans feel the show leans toward certain authors and could improve with broader reading lists.
Listeners praise thoughtful, accessible discussions that make challenging books feel approachable.
Positive feedback notes strong production quality and engaging banter that invites participation.

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Answering YOUR QUESTIONS about BOOKS!
Q: Who are you? What do you think makes a character well-written?
A well-written character is one that elicits a strong emotional response, behaves believably in line with their setup, and can provoke empathy or thoughtful critique even when the reader dislikes them, with the author balancing motivation and consequences.
Answering YOUR QUESTIONS about BOOKS!
Q: What is the largest animal you think you could defeat in a battle to the death?
They propose a practical approach, selecting a large, heavy but manageable hardcover such as Tom's Crossing, arguing that size and weight could provide a practical edge while allowing enough maneuverability to swing effectively.
Life on Books takes on the Hot Ones Challenge!
Q: What novel made you feel the most seen, and why?
I don't think that's a thing for me, but there's certainly books that connect more with people during certain times in their life.
Life on Books takes on the Hot Ones Challenge!
Q: Do you ever worry you'll run out of topics to discuss?
It's a challenge sometimes, but with reading there's always stuff to talk about. Every year comes to an end, so we can always do recaps.
Life on Books takes on the Hot Ones Challenge!
Q: What advice do you have for people trying to get into a strength training routine?
Do what you can with what you have, just keep it simple and start with two to three days a week of very basic movement.

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Two book-focused hosts discuss fiction, literary criticism, and reading culture with a mix of candid banter, personal reading updates, and reader questions. Episodes often explore metafiction, book clubs, indie presses, and publishing trends, while occasionally featuring author or publisher guests. The show balances accessible discussion with thoughtful analysis, making complex literature feel approachable for engaged readers who want recommendations, context, and lively dialogue. Noteworthy strengths include a personable duo dynamic, a mix of highbrow and popular titles, and a recurring emphasis on community reading and open conversation that invites listener participation.

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