The ARC Party
Robb OlsonYour first look at upcoming books! My goal with the ARC Party is to connect readers with books before they release! Much of the success of a new book is connected to pre-orders and early sales numbers, but sometimes people don't hear about a book until long after it's been released. An episode typically consists of an author giving a quick description of their book, followed by a spoiler free disc... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 98 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsEntertainment NewsNews | |||
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- Great to have Robb back in books
The perfect followup pod to the classic Booked. Podcast, ARC party is a celebration of indie, and some have grown into not-so indie, authors and presses making some of the best fiction out there. Check out where future big-time talent gets its start, and hear what the cool kids are reading next.
Apple Podcasts5ABC&NBC
United States4 years ago - A great podcast
Arc Party is a must listen for any avid reader. Rob is passionate about literature and offers an in-depth analysis that’s both insightful and entertaining, highly recommend.
Apple Podcasts5JjgatwoodUnited States4 years ago - ALL THE BOOKS.
Are you a book nerd that loves horror? Then Robb has got you. You’ll hear from great authors you love about their newest books coming out.
Or you can miss out. That’s fine I guess.
Apple Podcasts5TheGilliganUnited States4 years ago
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What is The ARC Party about and what kind of topics does it cover?
The show centers on early access to upcoming books and in-depth, spoiler-free discussions that tease themes, characters, and settings without spoiling reading experiences. Episodes blend quick author descriptions with lively conversations about genre trends, publishing dynamics, and industry news, often highlighting indie voices, libraries, and reader communities. A standout trait is its focus on outreach to readers and the pre-release ecosystem—ARCs, cross-promotions, and festival chatter—while maintaining a friendly, banter-filled vibe that helps listeners decide what to pre-order next.
What feels unique is the emphasis on indie publishing, library perspectives, and author-publisher collaboration, plus a recurring interest in horror and ... more
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The ARC Party launched 4 years ago and published 98 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The ARC Party include:
1. Nick Medina
2. Matthew Jackson
3. Craig Wallwork
4. Michael David Wilson
5. Ellen Datlow
6. Becky Spratford
7. Jeremy Robert Johnson
8. Yah Yah Schofield
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