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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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Chris Bohjalian is prolific to say the least. With about 25 novels under his belt, he hits the bestseller list often with his unforgettable characters and twisty plots. But his newest, The Amateur, is his most personal novel to date. The narrator, Mi... more

Should the Waters Take Us a is a novel of great beauty…centered around the swamp letters in the south of Louisianna. Whereas so many novels focus on story and character-this one focusses on place and how this place has shaped the lives of the charact... more

Pamela Colloff is an accomplished investigative journalist and has written "Catch the Devil" about a frighteningly prolific jailhouse snitch. Paul Skalnik testified in dozens of cases that inmates in Florida prisons had confessed their guilt to him.... more

Jenny Jackson’s newest, The Shampoo Effect, tells the story of an insular gang of year-round beach residents who have known each other all their lives. Until one member of their clique begins to date outside of the group-they are generally an exclusi... more

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Recent Guests

Stephanie Soileau
Author of Should the Waters Take Us?
Author
Episode: Stephanie Soileau and the Richness of Cajun History
Josh Macy
Co-owner of Final Draft Bookstore
Final Draft Bookstore, Wichita, Kansas
Episode: Stephanie Soileau and the Richness of Cajun History
Natalie Macy
Co-owner of Final Draft Bookstore
Final Draft Bookstore, Wichita, Kansas
Episode: Stephanie Soileau and the Richness of Cajun History
Jenny Jackson
Author of The Shampoo Effect
Random House (publisher)
Episode: Double Header: Jenny Jackson and Scott D. Reich
Scott Reich
Author of One Day in September. Baseball Brotherhood and the Birth of the All-Star Game
Harper Perennial (publisher)
Episode: Double Header: Jenny Jackson and Scott D. Reich
Paul Tremblay
Author of Dead But Dreaming Of Electric Sheep
Author, Tremblay Books
Episode: Paul Tremblay: AI and the Not So Distant Future
Kevin Powers
Author of Children of the Wild; Iraq veteran
Author, Children of the Wild
Episode: Kevin Powers and the Art of Writing War
Lisa Sullivan
Owner of Bartleby Books
Bartleby Books
Episode: Kevin Powers and the Art of Writing War
Carlos Barragan
Author of The Yahoo Boys, journalist
Author, The Yahoo Boys
Episode: Carlos Barragan Shows Us Why Online Scams Work

Hosts

Kate Gibson
Host of The Book Case; frequent interviewer of authors and advocates for independent bookstores
Charlie Gibson
Co-host focusing on book discussions, author interviews, and audience engagement

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • What about a show on some books you just love can be old ones too

    Love the show

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beans13!$rr
    United Statesa month ago
  • Rick Riordan is a very good author

    I read a book by Rick Riordan and I love the part when echo echos the words they say and it is soooooo funny. This podcast is great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zoari great podcasts
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this podcast!

    I am so glad I came upon this podcast. Great content, and the hosts have a very charming father-daughter dynamic. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WilliamFrancis
    Canada6 months ago
  • The Librarians

    The episode of the Librarians was the first podcast that made me cry. Librarians are truly unsung heroes, and to listen to the verbal and online abuse she has encountered was heartbreaking. Keep up the great work - you are truly making a difference in the lives of all of us - especially children. It is of the utmost importance to protect our first amendment rights, and you are leading the charge - thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sewbusy17
    United States6 months ago
  • English teachers!

    Perhaps consider interviewing the people who are often the first to awaken the love of reading: English teachers. Middle school. High School. Lots of undersung heroes out there.

    Also-would suggest Katie be kinder and less insulting to her father. Our parents are only with us so long. The near constant mean teasing is tiresome.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MTAKWA
    United States7 months ago

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- Many appreciate the father-daughter dynamic and the breadth of authors covered.
- General sentiment is highly positive about hosts and guests.
- Listeners praise thoughtful, warm conversations and strong book recommendations.
- Audiences value independent bookstore features and practical publishing insights.
- Some critique occasional editorial notes or debates around politics within conversations.

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#225
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Kevin Powers and the Art of Writing War
Q: What is the elevator pitch to a potential publisher for the book?
It's a story about three young people from rural Virginia whose lives intersect through a love triangle, war, and the Spanish flu, ultimately centering on how hardship bonds them and how the war years reveal deeper truths about character and resilience.
Paul Tremblay: AI and the Not So Distant Future
Q: What do you use as a bookmark?
Tremblay says he doesn't rely on a single bookmark; he uses whatever paper is handy and keeps multiple publishers' letters as reminders, not a formal bookmark system.
Martha Raddatz Recognizes the Heroes Next Door
Q: What stood out most about the people you profile in your book?
That heroes come in all sizes and roles, from a small Marine to a leaders with profound medical skills; their courage is matched by humility and devotion to others.
Martha Raddatz Recognizes the Heroes Next Door
Q: Why did you add the words 'Next Door' to the title?
To emphasize that military members are ordinary people who live in our communities, go to the grocery store, raise families, and are among us, not just distant heroes. It's about humanity and everyday bravery.
Carlos Barragan Shows Us Why Online Scams Work
Q: How did you gain access to the scammers and their world?
I embedded myself in Lagos through long-form storytelling, spending years getting to know the young men, building relationships, and examining the conversations to understand their lives, motivations, and the social economics that drive them.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Book Case

What is The Book Case about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers books, authors, and independent bookstores, with conversations that mix deep literary analysis, craft discussion, and practical insights for readers. Guests range from novelists and essayists to bookstore owners, often exploring how books travel from page to store shelves and into readers' hands. A notable pattern is warm, thoughtful dialogue that blends craft, publishing, and community impact, sometimes featuring family-friendly themes and classics alongside new releases. A standout aspect is the recurring emphasis on independent booksellers and the broader ecosystem around reading, which can be especially appealing to listeners who want book recommendations, publishing context, and behind-the-scenes looks at author-edito... more

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Recent guests on The Book Case include:

1. Stephanie Soileau
2. Josh Macy
3. Natalie Macy
4. Jenny Jackson
5. Scott Reich
6. Paul Tremblay
7. Kevin Powers
8. Lisa Sullivan

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