Rephonic
Artwork for New Books in Poetry

New Books in Poetry

New Books Network
Poetry
Shakespeare
Identity
The Archive Is All In the Present Tense
Grief
Shakespeare's Sonnets
Osip Mandelstam
Archival Research
Libraries
Mental Health
Home
Domestic Space
Relationships
Queer Representation
Covid-19
Opioid Epidemic
Cohabitation
Animals
Disability Studies
Seamus Heaney

Interview with Poets about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/poetry

PublishesDailyEpisodes363Founded14 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Arts

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for New Books in Poetry

Latest Episodes

In this NBN episode, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with poet Patrick Grace about his stunning poetry collection, Deviant (U Alberta Press, 2024).

Deviant traces a trajectory of queer self-discovery from childhood to adulthood, examining love, fear, gr... more

In “[M]y ‘case’ to work up’: William Carlos Williams’s Paterson” (William Carlos Williams Review, Volume 41, Number 2, 2024), Walter Scott Peterson argues that as a physician-poet Dr. Williams approaches his poetic material very much as he approaches... more

The Pearlsong (Harvard University Press, 2025) offers the reader a beautifully translated story of a young child who goes on a journey to far away places, donning glistening garments, meeting dragons, and encountering talking letters. In addition to ... more

In this NBN episode, host Hollay Ghadery speaks with Aisha Sasha John about her poetry collection, total: poems (McClelland & Stewart, 2025).

"John is brilliant at communicating. She's also really funny. Poems don't get more direct and precise and u... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Poetry Off the Shelf
Poetry Off the ShelfPoetry Foundation
London Review Bookshop Podcast
London Review Bookshop PodcastLondon Review Bookshop
The New Yorker: Poetry
The New Yorker: PoetryWNYC Studios and The New Yorker

Recent Guests

Adam Bremer-McCollum
Research associate at the Center for the Study of World Religions, philologist, and author of multiple studies on ancient texts.
Center for the Study of World Religions at Harvard Divinity School
Episode: Adam Bremer-McCollum, "The Pearlsong" (Harvard UP, 2025)
Taylor Byas
Poet, essayist and editor, author of 'Resting Bitch Face'
Catapult
Episode: Taylor Byas, "Resting Bitch Face: Poems" (Catapult, 2025)
Eleanor Fitzsimons
Researcher and writer specializing in biographies, particularly in recovering women's voices.
Episode: Eibhear Walshe and Eleanor Fitzsimons, "Speranza: Poems by Jane Wilde" (Liverpool UP, 2025)
Aurora Levins Morales
Puerto Rican writer, artist, poet, and community leader
Palabra Press
Episode: Aurora Levins Morales, "Silt: Prose Poems" (Palabrera Press, 2019)
Ilana Rosen
A member of the Department of Hebrew Literature at Ben Gurion University
Ben Gurion University
Episode: Ilana Rosen, "Israeli Documentary Poetry: Coming of Age with the State" (Academic Studies Press, 2025)
Mark Laliberte
Co-founder of the poetic collective Maid
Maid
Episode: MA|DE, "ZZOO" (Anstruther Books, 2025)
Jade Wallace
Co-founder of the poetic collective Maid
Maid
Episode: MA|DE, "ZZOO" (Anstruther Books, 2025)
Chris Hutchinson
Poet and author of 'Lost Signal'
Palimpsest Press
Episode: Chris Hutchinson, "Lost Signal" (Palimpsest Press, 2025)
Tracy Wai de Boer
An award-winning writer, poet, and multidisciplinary artist.
Palimpsest Press
Episode: Tracy Wai de Boer, "Nostos" (Anstruther Books, 2025)

Host

Hollay Ghadery
Host and noted figure in the literary community, known for engaging with diverse voices in poetry and literature.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Plum

    The guests are wonderful, wonderful ways to wage the hours of my days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MurasakiFloof
    United States6 years ago
  • Too much chatter.

    The interviews are sloppy and informal with a good deal of meaningless chatter. It takes forever to get to meaningful content. I listened to two podcasts and felt I was wasting my time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    OaklandEd
    United States12 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some feedback indicates occasional frustration with informal interview styles and perceived lack of focus in conversations.
Listeners appreciate the diverse range of guests and the depth of discussions about poetry.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#171
Finland/Arts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Aisha Sasha John, "total: poems" (Random House, 2025)
Q: What are you working on now?
I'm working on a book called Trembling, which tracks my mother's journey with Lewy Body Dementia and explores themes of risk and vulnerability in my artistic expression.
Aisha Sasha John, "total: poems" (Random House, 2025)
Q: Can you talk to us about how spiritual life writing plays out in your work?
Yes, I think all of my art practices are spiritual practices, and the book reflects contemporary mysticism, which contends with being and the beauty of everyday experiences.
Adam Bremer-McCollum, "The Pearlsong" (Harvard UP, 2025)
Q: What is the Pearlsong? How does it fit in the vision for the series?
He describes the Pearlsong as a narrative rather than a hymn, focusing on themes rather than allegories.
Adam Bremer-McCollum, "The Pearlsong" (Harvard UP, 2025)
Q: Can you say more about the materiality of the Pearlsong book and what you mean by a finely printed edition?
He explains the typesetting process and the impressive aesthetics of the book's printed edition.
Adam Bremer-McCollum, "The Pearlsong" (Harvard UP, 2025)
Q: How did you come to write this book, The Pearlsong?
Bremer-McCollum discusses his awareness of the text from previous readings and connections to contemporary works, which sparked his interest.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About New Books in Poetry

What is New Books in Poetry about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content centers around poets and their latest works, engaging deeply with themes of poetry, identity, and societal issues. Each episode typically features a poet discussing their newly published books, exploring the inspirations behind their poetry, and venturing into broader cultural and historical topics. Notable discussions include personal experiences, collective narratives, and the interplay of poetry with mediums like visual art and performance. The interviews often highlight themes of grief, community, and the relevance of poetry in contemporary society, making it an insightful resource for those interested in literature and the arts.

Where can I find podcast stats for New Books in Poetry?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for New Books in Poetry. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to New Books in Poetry and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does New Books in Poetry get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for New Books in Poetry, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for New Books in Poetry?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for New Books in Poetry, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does New Books in Poetry have?

To see how many followers or subscribers New Books in Poetry has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to New Books in Poetry?

These podcasts share a similar audience with New Books in Poetry:

1. Poetry Off the Shelf
2. The Shakespeare and Company Interview
3. London Review Bookshop Podcast
4. The New Yorker: Poetry
5. On Being with Krista Tippett

How many episodes of New Books in Poetry are there?

New Books in Poetry launched 14 years ago and published 363 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact New Books in Poetry?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for New Books in Poetry?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for New Books in Poetry from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for New Books in Poetry?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of New Books in Poetry. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on New Books in Poetry?

Recent guests on New Books in Poetry include:

1. Adam Bremer-McCollum
2. Taylor Byas
3. Eleanor Fitzsimons
4. Aurora Levins Morales
5. Ilana Rosen
6. Mark Laliberte
7. Jade Wallace
8. Chris Hutchinson

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days