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The Book Up with Verdell Walker | Book Reviews & Book Recs

Verdell Walker | Writer & Book Reviewer

Welcome to The Book Up, your thoughtful guide to discovering great books that aren’t on the end cap - but should be.

I’m your host, Verdell Walker, a Harvard MBA who’s blazed a trail at companies like The Wall Street Journal, Goldman Sachs, Scholastic, and Sesame Street. I’m also a Black Southern belle raised by books, and a published writer who knows how stories work.

Books are my passion, and... more

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Hey Bookworms! While I gear up for a brand new season of The Book Up, I'm revisiting one of my favorite episodes. If you're new here, welcome — this is a great place to start. If you've been with me a while, I hope this one feels like catching up wit... more

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Hey Bookworms! I'm creating ​t​he next season of The Book Up — and while you wait, I'm dusting off a recommendation worth revisiting. Thanks for being here!

Today’s featured book is The God of the Woods by Liz Moore. In this literary thriller, the w... more

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Escape the epic battles and world-ending peril—this bonus episode is all about cozy fantasy, the warm-hug corner of the genre where magic meets everyday life. From quaint villages to found-family friendships, these low-stakes, high-comfort reads are ... more

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It’s time for a TBR refresh! In this episode - the season 2 finale! - I’m sharing the books currently on my to-be-read list, along with a few upcoming releases that have caught my eye. Whether you're looking to add to your own stack or just want to h... more

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 16 ratings
  • Informative and enjoyable

    Verdell Walker has an easy on the ear, soothing voice with personality popping through. She’s clear and descriptive bringing to life the summary of the book, concisely as well. She motivates me to read her choices.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    less politics
    United States13 days ago
  • That VOICE!

    Can we talk about how soothing and cozy Verdell’s voice is? I just love listening to this podcast and it transports me to all sorts of worlds. She’s inspired me to read fantasy again and I’m glad she’s doing the hard work of finding books that I will dive into.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rory Murphy Jones
    United States14 days ago
  • Great for Finding New Books

    Love this pod! Reviews are quick and thorough and help me sort out what to prioritize next on my reading list

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anna B Listening
    United States14 days ago
  • Fun and Insightful!

    I love how this podcast gives me ideas for books to read that normally I might not have considered or have seen before. The recaps are thoughtful, short to listen to, and help me find new great reading choices!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kcasaleg
    United States18 days ago
  • Short and Sweet!

    I don’t have a ton of time, but I’m always looking for good book podcasts. This one is fantastic and is a great for helping me find my next read.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shmomo22
    United States19 days ago

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