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Are you stuck in a reading rut? The Book Case makes the case for books outside of your usual genre. Wander the aisles of your local bookstore with Kate and Charlie Gibson and meet fascinating characters who will open your appetite to new categories while deepening your hunger for books. This weekly series will journey cover to cover through the literary world, featuring interviews with best-sellin... more

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It’s Halloween…so who better to follow up our conversations about middle school reading than R.L. Stine? With over 400 titles to his name (the latest being The Last Sleepover In the Goosebumps House of Shiver series) this man has been scaring kids fo... more

We knew that reading levels were in fluctuation, but we had no idea there was a Middle School reading crisis.  According to the NWEA (The Northwest Evaluation Association which measures academic and student standards) only 30% of 8th graders are read... more

Lily King’s newest, Heart the Lover, is a sparing, funny, painful and beautiful novel about the first loves we have, and how they never really let go. The humanity, joy and sadness of the novel will keep you turning pages and keep the characters with... more

Angela Flournoy’s newest, The Wilderness was on the long list of nominees for the National Book Award, and we believe if you read it,

it’s easy to see why. The story of four friends growing apart and together,

it’s a lyrical work of real beauty. Over... more

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Recent Guests

Miah Daughtery
Author of the report on middle school reading proficiency
Not specified
Episode: Rick Riordan and Katherine Rundell Explore the Middle School Reading Crisis
Rick Riordan
Popular author known for the Percy Jackson series
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Episode: Rick Riordan and Katherine Rundell Explore the Middle School Reading Crisis
Lily King
Author of Heart the Lover and Writers & Lovers
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Episode: Lily King Writes her Heart
Jennifer Boone
Owner of Dixon Books, a newly opened independent bookstore in Natchez, Mississippi
Dixon Books
Episode: Lily King Writes her Heart
Angela Flournoy
Author of 'The Wilderness'
Episode: Angela Flournoy’s Friendship Circle
Leigh Bardugo
Author known for her fantasy writing, including Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom.
Episode: The Book Case’s Best of Summer Review
Sophie Elmhurst
Author of Marriage at Sea, detailing a survival story at sea with her husband.
Episode: The Book Case’s Best of Summer Review
Joanne Harris
Author of Vianne and Chocolat
Self
Episode: Joanne Harris and the Literary Beauty of Chocolat
Peter Reynolds
Illustrator and author of The Dot
Fablevision Studios
Episode: The Reynolds Brothers and International Dot Day

Hosts

Kate Gibson
Co-host of the show, focusing on literary discussions and interviews with authors and independent bookstores.
Charlie Gibson
Co-host of the show and experienced journalist, bringing deep insights into author discussions and storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Review

    Love your show. Summer is coming in December here in Australia, so I’m happy. I agree with Charlie, Winter is hard, but no snow down here in my neck of the woods.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TraeGGGO
    Australia2 months ago
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    Love the show and let us know the dates you are on GMA

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beans13!$
    United States2 months ago
  • Great show!

    I always loved Charlie Gibson from

    GMA and I love listening to him and his daughter talk all things books. I never miss a show and have expanded my reading list as a result of this excellent podcast. I love all of it - the conversations with authors, rapid fire questions, bookstores — and I hang on for the CODA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stiker9889
    United States3 months ago
  • Love the show and the new format

    I’m an avid lifelong reader, always looking for a new good read, so I enjoy this podcast series very much. It’s not just because they talk books but also the conversations with authors. I just listened to the Richard Osman interview and it really exemplifies the best of the podcast. As usual I wanted it to go longer. I feel that way about many of the podcast interviews.

    Editing to add that I very much enjoyed the special episode on A Christmas Carol. Although I had read it, I have had that exp... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Radio days rocked
    United States4 months ago
  • We get it.

    You hate anything anyone on “the right”. Is there a way you can leave your subtle not so subtle digs, attacks on it aside and stick to authors and writing??

    Apple Podcasts
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    littlebird1983
    United States5 months ago

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Many find value in the father-daughter dynamic between the hosts, making the show feel warm and relatable.
The emphasis on independent bookstores and classic literature is a highlight that resonates with the audience.
Some listeners express disappointment over specific guest choices, indicating occasional contention among the audience regarding political themes.
Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations and the diversity of literary topics discussed.

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Rick Riordan and Katherine Rundell Explore the Middle School Reading Crisis
Q: What is the secret sauce for speaking to this audience?
Katherine Rundell points out that children need autonomous stories where they feel like heroes and they need to tackle big ideas in a way they can digest and understand.
Rick Riordan and Katherine Rundell Explore the Middle School Reading Crisis
Q: What are the unique literary needs for middle schoolers?
Rick Riordan emphasizes that middle school is a crucial period for developing reading habits that will last a lifetime, requiring engaging and relevant stories to captivate young readers.
Rick Riordan and Katherine Rundell Explore the Middle School Reading Crisis
Q: If it isn't COVID, why do you think we're having a crisis specifically in the middle school years right now?
Miah Daughtery attributes the crisis to a lack of systemic focus on teaching reading mechanics and comprehension in middle school, along with the challenges posed by the complexity of texts students encounter.
Lily King Writes her Heart
Q: Do you have a place and a time like that for you when you became a writer?
Yes, it was in tenth grade when my teacher encouraged me to take a creative writing class after I received the highest grade for a short story.
Lily King Writes her Heart
Q: What was the first situation and who were the initial characters?
It was inspired by a friend's manuscript and started with three characters in a college classroom, focusing on their emotional trajectory.

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This series engages listeners by exploring a wide spectrum of literature, celebrating not only popular best-sellers but also unique and intriguing works that may be overlooked. The hosts lead discussions that weave together themes of creativity, the importance of reading, and the personal journeys of authors and bookstore owners. Alongside insightful author interviews, the series emphasizes the roles that independent bookstores play in nurturing literary communities, making it a valuable resource for avid readers looking to broaden their horizons. Noteworthy segments often include examinations of classic literature, giving fresh perspectives and context to timeless works.

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Recent guests on The Book Case include:

1. Miah Daughtery
2. Rick Riordan
3. Lily King
4. Jennifer Boone
5. Angela Flournoy
6. Leigh Bardugo
7. Sophie Elmhurst
8. Joanne Harris

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