
Read The Damn Book™ is the no-fluff spin-off of the Webby-nominated My Simplified Life podcast. Created for people who believe books and stories can change lives, not just fill shelves. Born out of a deep love for storytelling, and a serious frustration with performative book culture, this show puts the spotlight back where it belongs: on the authors and the stories that matter. Host Michelle Glog... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 383 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureBooksArts | |||

In this episode of Read the Damn Book, bestselling author Amanda Eyre Ward discusses her latest novel, Arrivals and Departures, a moving story set in Greece that explores love, family, second chances, and mental health. Amanda shares the inspiration ... more
In this episode of Read the Damn Book, author Emma Grey joins the show to discuss her powerful new novel, Start at the End. Emma shares the inspiration behind the story, exploring themes of grief, resilience, second chances, and the life-changing imp... more
In this episode of Read the Damn Book, bestselling author Kim Holden shares her inspiring journey from discovering her love of storytelling to becoming an internationally recognized author. Kim dives into the creative process behind her latest novel,... more
In this episode of Read the Damn Book, author Sarah Damoff joins host Michelle to discuss her latest novel, The Burning Side. Together, they explore powerful themes of family dynamics, generational trauma, love, grief, and the lasting impact of perso... more
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I often listen to audiobooks but often feel stymied when it’s time to choose the next one. Well thanks to this podcast I now have several lined up on my audible wishlist. I love these conversations which are made so much more effective since Michelle actually reads the damn book!
This is one of my favorite podcasts. I always learn something, and it’s so much fun. The host is insightful and knowledgeable.
I have been loving Michelle’s discussions about books. Whether she’s dishing with pie wizard Stephanie or interviewing an author, Michelle is continually piquing my interest and adding to my TBR pile. I’m so excited for this podcast rebrand!
This is a great podcast and so needed with everything that is going on in our world. Love the unique guests Michelle brings to the table and the open and real conversations.
Host Michelle’s spirit is so bright, beautiful, joyful, and hilarious. Everything I need on a long car ride.
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This show centers conversations with authors and literary-focused guests, exploring how books, storytelling, and culture influence personal growth, relationships, and society at large. Episodes often blend deep dives into a book's themes with behind-the-scenes writing processes, author journeys, and discussions about publishing, branding, and audience engagement. Notable strengths include a reading-forward approach (the host typically reads the book) and a candid, no-fluff interviewing style that surfaces practical takeaways for readers, aspiring authors, and listeners who love thoughtful storytelling across genres like memoir, fiction, and literary non-fiction. The format tends to attract listeners who value authentic storytelling, nuanced... more
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Recent guests on Read The Damn Book include:
1. Amanda Eyre Ward
2. Kim Holden
3. Sarah Damoff
4. Courtney Kocak
5. Brian Larson
6. Beth Granger
7. Alli Hoff Kosik
8. Wade Rouse
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