Live from the Book Shop: John Updike's Ghost
Hannah Harlow and Sam PfeifleSibling bookstore owners Hannah Harlow and Sam Pfeifle call each other up at random hours and talk about what they're reading and what they're psyched is coming out next, plus discuss some book news of the day. It doesn't get much more bookish than when a publishing executive and MFA in Creative Writing buys a bookstore with an English teacher and journalist. Opening theme song sung by Ruby Pfeifl... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsSociety & Culture | |||
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That's right, folks. This is the last episode of "John Updike's Ghost"! But not to worry! We'll be launching a new podcast very soon! What's the name? What will it be about? When will it launch? We're not telling you yet! Until that amazing day comes... more
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This week, Hannah is on vacation, Sam is working hard, but both have two books to talk about and we mostly like them. Yes, there's some embarrassing stuff where Sam has no idea about major biographical elements of the authors he's praising profusely,... more
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- Honest, fun, literary talk
I love this bimonthly podcast about books and bookshop ownwership. The two owners have varied reading interests and are really homast but always passionate about their reading. As a big reader myself i still get to hear about books that i might not come across or be exposed to. Thank you! And can’t wait to visit someday when I am in the area
Apple Podcasts5Crosticslover
United States2 years ago - A joy!
Hannah and Sam are smart, literate, insightful, and just so real and genuine. I look forward to sharing time with them. They are a joy.
Apple Podcasts5MikeHoUnited States2 years ago - Easily the Best Podcast on Books
Episode after episode delivers with insightful commentary, timely news from the publishing world and great banter from these siblings who have truly mastered the format.
Apple Podcasts5OrokoSakiUnited States2 years ago - The Best Podcast Ever
Hannah and Sam are funny, relatable, and talk about books in a way that won’t make you feel bad for falling behind on your summer reading list. They are true readers and have a love and appreciation for every genre and type of writing, and I love how they represent the two types of story lovers- those who love character focused stories, and those who love focused stories. Such an easy podcast to listen to on the car, in a plane, or walking to class everyday (my preferred method). This podcast is... more
Apple Podcasts5Definitely Not NolaUnited States2 years ago - Wish I had someone to talk books with like this
This show is best when Hannah and Sam are just talking about what they're reading. The guests are cool, but really I just want to hear what they think about the books they're reading so I can decide whether I want to read them or not.
Apple Podcasts5Simon PetersonUnited States3 years ago
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