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NPR's Book of the Day

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In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch toda... more

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Recent Guests

Barrie Hardymon
Longtime NPR editor and PCHH panelist
NPR
Episode: Revisiting Anne Rice’s ‘Interview with the Vampire’
Beth Macy
Award-winning author and journalist
Episode: 'Paper Girl' and 'Joyride' are memoirs by journalists who get close to their subjects
Susan Orlean
A seasoned journalist known for her long-form storytelling
Episode: 'Paper Girl' and 'Joyride' are memoirs by journalists who get close to their subjects
Plestia Alaqad
Palestinian journalist and author of The Eyes of Gaza
Episode: This Palestinian journalist kept a diary as Israeli forces invaded – now it’s a book
Nicholas Boggs
Author and academic exploring Baldwin's life and relationships.
Episode: A new James Baldwin biography asks how the writer’s lovers might’ve shaped him
Linda Holmes
Pop Culture Happy Hour Host
NPR
Episode: Books We’ve Loved: Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice, a blueprint to the modern romance
Casey McQuiston
Author, inspired by Pride and Prejudice
Episode: Books We’ve Loved: Jane Austen’s Pride & Prejudice, a blueprint to the modern romance
Sami Tamimi
Chef, food writer, and restaurateur, known for his cookbook collaborations
Episode: Cookbooks 'House of Nanking' and 'Boustany' honor rich family legacies through food
Victoria Redel
Author and novelist, known for her historical fiction
Episode: 'I Am You' fictionalizes the story of a Dutch Golden Age painter and her maid

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Andrew Limbong
Host of NPR's Book of the Day who engages in insightful discussions with authors, focusing on contemporary literature and its themes.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 841 ratings
  • Book talk of the best sort

    Great variety of books, wonderful interviews, something for everyone. Wonderfully soothing - engages just the right parts of your brain!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rosie the Librarian
    United States8 months ago
  • Love the variety and the short interviews

    The interviews are short and sweet (often because they are pulled from other longer NPR shows). The topics are wide ranging from cookbooks, to memoirs, to fiction, to autobiographies, to children’s books. If you read the reviews from the people who have given low ratings, you’ll see the pattern of their thought process and realize that instead of moving on to find a book podcast that caters to their narrow mental needs, they chose negativity. It’s free to listen but it’s also free to not-listen.... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PA-viewer
    United States10 months ago
  • Nancy Pelosi interview disappointing

    I thought the podcast with Pelosi should have been about the book. That’s why we listen to this podcast. Instead the interviewer took the opportunity to ask political questions over and over. Very unsavory.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    drbones5
    United Statesa year ago
  • Pisses of Conseravtives and I love it

    Great reads for those with open minds and a heart!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alice Renae
    United Statesa year ago
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Listeners appreciate the variety and accessibility of book discussions, often highlighting how the short format allows for quick engagement with authors and their works.
Many find value in discovering new books and appreciate the enriching and thought-provoking nature of the topics covered, enjoying the blend of fiction and non-fiction content.
Some critiques mention a perception of bias in the selection of topics and authors, particularly regarding social justice themes, implying that it may not resonate with all listeners.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

'Paper Girl' and 'Joyride' are memoirs by journalists who get close to their subjects
Q: Susan, what was the most important lesson learned from your encounters as a journalist?
Orlean learned about the importance of not losing objectivity while being immersed in the subjects she covers.
'Paper Girl' and 'Joyride' are memoirs by journalists who get close to their subjects
Q: Beth, when did you first notice the changes in your hometown?
Macy first noticed the changes in her family dynamics and political discussions around the time Trump was elected.
This Palestinian journalist kept a diary as Israeli forces invaded – now it’s a book
Q: Does this mean that they're pleased that Israel killed their children?
No, Alaqad clarifies, but they take pride in the sacrifice for Palestine as a way to give meaning to the loss.
This Palestinian journalist kept a diary as Israeli forces invaded – now it’s a book
Q: Why do you think you focused on kids so much?
Alaqad explains that the first seven years of life shape who a person becomes, highlighting how children in Gaza are growing up in fear.
Ken Liu’s latest novel ‘All That We See or Seem’ is speculative fiction about AI
Q: How did your careers as a programmer and a lawyer influence your writing?
They shaped my view of the world as a set of symbols that we construct, which naturally led me to think about stories as technology.

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This podcast offers bite-sized conversations with authors across a diverse range of genres, engaging listeners with compelling literature in a quick and accessible format. Each episode typically features interviews that illuminate the authors' insights on their books, covering a wide spectrum from fiction and nonfiction to young adult literature, while also touching upon challenging themes such as grief, identity, and social justice. Unique for its focus on contemporary voices and recommendations, it provides listeners with both entertaining discussions and recommendations to enhance their reading lists, making it an intriguing option for avid readers or those simply looking to discover new literary works.

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1. Barrie Hardymon
2. Beth Macy
3. Susan Orlean
4. Plestia Alaqad
5. Nicholas Boggs
6. Linda Holmes
7. Casey McQuiston
8. Sami Tamimi

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