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Quick Book Reviews with Philippa Hall

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Thousands of books. No time to waste. No spoilers. Ever. Quick Book Reviews — your twice-weekly reading companion with host Philippa Hall

What it is Quick Book Reviews is a spoiler-free book podcast hosted by Philippa Hall, published every Monday and Friday. Philippa reads widely so busy readers don't have to guess — delivering honest, enthusiastic, bite-sized reviews alongside in-depth author int... more

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Val McDermid
Author; writer of This Door of the Seas
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Episode: Episode 500! In Conversation with Val McDermid and Jo Sharp: This Door of the Seas
Jo Sharp
Professor of Geography at St. Andrews; Geographer Royal for Scotland
University of St Andrews; Geographer Royal for Scotland
Episode: Episode 500! In Conversation with Val McDermid and Jo Sharp: This Door of the Seas
Frances Quinn
Author of The Scandalous Ladies' Football Club
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Episode: Frances Quinn: The True Scandal Behind The Scandalous Ladies' Football Club
Sarah Pinborough
Author of They Say a Girl Died Here
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Episode: Sarah Pinborough on They Say a Girl Died Here, Horror, Secrets & Pick and Mix
CJ Tudor
Author of Serenity Falls
Episode: C.J. Tudor on Serenity Falls, Creepy Disney Towns & the Smell of Buttered Popcorn
Fern Britton
Author of A Cornish Legacy
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Episode: SUMMER SPECIAL — Fern Britton on A Cornish Legacy, Florence & Finding Home
Gavin Bell
Author of 138 Main Street (also wrote as Mason Cross and Alex Knight)
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Episode: 3 Weirdly Perfect Books to Read Now + Gavin Bell on 138 Main Street - Summer Special
Elly Griffiths
Author of The Killing Time
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Episode: SUMMER SPECIAL: Elly Griffiths on The Killing Time, Time Travel & Las Vegas Hell
CJ Merritt
Author of Octagon
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Episode: 3 Books You Should Never Take on a Plane + C.J. Merritt on Octagon (SUMMER SPECIAL)

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Philippa Hall
Host of Quick Book Reviews

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 179 ratings
  • Great Podcast!

    Absolutely love this podcast. I love hearing Philippa’s honest, no spoiler book reviews as well as her no spoiler interviews especially hearing people’s thoughts on cookies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Words are Wonderful
    United States2 months ago
  • Fun and informative - just the right amount of each

    For me, this is a perfect books podcast as Philippa is careful to keep discussions spoiler free and not to reveal too much about character either. Somehow, she manages to give a flavour of a read without telling you so much that you go in with expectations about particular aspects of the writing, plot or characters.

    I love this show and have recently been bingeing them and adding more and more to my TBR. Keep it up please Philippa.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmmyNor76
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Don Clark

    Philippa's style is relaxed and informal, but she has a professional & objective approach to anyone she interviews- the result is an easy to listen to yet in-depth insight into how each author creates what they create. Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donaldinho Clark
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Great interviews and reviews

    The thing I love most about this show is that it comes out not once a week, but twice! I enjoy Philippa’s brief reviews of new books and her interesting, lively interviews with a variety of authors. Her enthusiasm for books comes across and inevitably has me searching for the titles in the show. Thank you for this podcast, Philippa!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elena-A
    Australiaa year ago
  • Perfect podcast for book lovers!

    Love this podcast, the love of books shines through in every episode! On my author bucket list of podcasts I would love to appear on - maybe one day…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    whiti-bishop
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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The host manages to keep conversations accessible while exploring craft in depth.
Hosts bring warm, spoiler-free insights with a balanced interview style.
Interviews feel thoughtful and not overlong, with clear takeaways for readers.
Guests are well-chosen and topics stay relevant to current releases and publishing trends.
Listeners repeatedly praise the show for being spoiler-free and engaging.

Chart Rankings

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

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#33
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#82
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#194
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#45
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#96
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#98
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 500! In Conversation with Val McDermid and Jo Sharp: This Door of the Seas
Q: What biscuit powered the words when you were writing This Door of the Seas?
They favored Florentines from Marks & Spencer, with preferences for dark chocolate with ginger and salted caramel varieties, enjoyed with strong coffee and sometimes not dunked.
Episode 500! In Conversation with Val McDermid and Jo Sharp: This Door of the Seas
Q: Will there be another book together?
They are open to the idea, provided a concept appeals to both, and the collaboration itself remains a core draw for continuing their shared storytelling.
Alison Barrow on Publishing + Our October Book Club Launches
Q: What role do social media and public appearances play in promoting a book today?
She notes that engagement matters more than raw follower counts; authentic interaction and audible publisher support are crucial, with social activity being helpful but not mandatory for every author.
Alison Barrow on Publishing + Our October Book Club Launches
Q: How do publishers plan to read and evaluate books quickly during peak season?
Alison describes the fast-paced internal reviews, quick turnarounds on manuscripts, and the need to distill viewpoints rapidly to decide offers, while balancing long-term potential with immediate market fit.
Alison Barrow on Publishing + Our October Book Club Launches
Q: Is the Christmas market still really as big as ever or is it changing?
Alison explains that while gifting remains central to the season, there is a clear shift toward debuts being scheduled earlier and toward managing retailer-specific editions, but the festive period remains the peak for gifting and big fiction launches.

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Spoiler-free book podcast focused on concise reviews and in-depth author conversations, cycling through new releases, genre-spanning fiction, and publishing industry insights. Episodes routinely pair quick, honest book bites with long-form interviews about craft, writing processes, and behind-the-scenes publishing trends, including BookTok and Bookstagram highlights. Notable strengths include a warm, approachable host and a consistent emphasis on practical takeaways for readers choosing their next read, with occasional festival and industry insider perspectives that add context for authors and publishers.

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1. Val McDermid
2. Jo Sharp
3. Frances Quinn
4. Sarah Pinborough
5. CJ Tudor
6. Fern Britton
7. Gavin Bell
8. Elly Griffiths

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