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The Bookshop Podcast

Mandy Jackson-Beverly
Independent Bookstores
Community Engagement
Hollywood
Her First Mistake
Danielle Teller
Queer Haven Books
Deeper Than the Ocean
Artificial Intelligence
Italy
Love, Camera, Action
Kendra Elliott
Pacific Northwest
Community Building
Civil Rights Movement
Mediterranean Cooking
Forged
California
Poetry
South Carolina
Immigration

The Bookshop Podcast is a global literary podcast dedicated to books, authors, independent bookshops, and the world of publishing. Now in its fifth year, the show has become a trusted resource for readers, writers, and book lovers everywhere. Hosted by Mandy Jackson-Beverly, a writer, educator, and literary advocate, The Bookshop Podcast blends thoughtful conversation with a passion for books. Whe... more

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A plan to drain a lake sounds like a punchline until you remember it was real. In this episode, I’m joined by Belfast novelist Jan Carson to talk about Few And Far Between, her brilliant alternative history that asks what might have... more

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A haunted abbey in the Scottish Highlands, a marriage of convenience, a pet piglet with a ribbon, and a heroine who is far sharper than she’s “allowed” to be. In this episode, I chat with Eloisa James, the New York Times bestselling... more

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In this episode, I chat with Christina Pascucci Ciampa, founder and owner of All She Wrote Books, an intersectional, inclusive, feminist, and queer independent bookstore in the Boston area.

Shelf space is never neutral, and Christi... more

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In this episode, I’m joined by Cecile Pin, the acclaimed author of Wandering Souls, to discuss her latest novel, Celestial Lights, and the deeper questions it raises about identity, ambition, and what we sacrifice when we decide who... more

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Recent Guests

Christina Pascucci Chiampa
Owner of All She Wrote Books, a queer feminist bookstore
All She Wrote Books
Episode: Christina Pascucci Ciampa: Building A Mission Driven Feminist Bookshop
Cecile Pin
Writer living in London; author of Wandering Souls and Celestial Lights
Author, Celestial Lights
Episode: Writing In A Second Language Can Set You Free
Janelle Brown
New York Times bestselling author of What Kind of Paradise? and other novels
Episode: Janelle Brown: What Kind Of Paradise
Andrea Mittner
Co-owner of Russell Books Victoria, third-generation manager
Russell Books
Episode: How A Family Bookstore Became A City Landmark
Jordan Mittner
Co-owner of Russell Books Victoria, third-generation manager
Russell Books
Episode: How A Family Bookstore Became A City Landmark
Nikki Dunn
Bookseller-in-chief at Haywood Hill bookshop, Mayfair, London
Haywood Hill bookshop
Episode: How A Storied London Bookshop Keeps Reading Personal
May Tingstrom
Owner and founder of Smitten Books in Ventura, California
Smitten Books
Episode: Smitten On Main
Ann Kjellberg
Founder and Editor of Bookpost; former NYRB editor and Little Star founder
Bookpost / The New York Review of Books / Little Star
Episode: Who Decides What Matters In Books?
Rachel Cantor
Owner and founder of Lovestruck Books, a romance bookstore
Lovestruck Books
Episode: Lovestruck Books: Building A Community Bookstore Around Love And Literature

Host

Mandy Jackson-Beverly
Host of the show, writer, educator, and literary advocate with a focus on books, authors, and independent bookstores.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Engaging Host, Fascinating Stories Behind the Stories

    I found this podcast while searching for interviews with Bruce Holsinger about his recent book Culpability. I came for insight into his thought process behind the book, and discovered a thoughtful host and podcast that highlights authors and the publishing industry in general. Mandy asks sharp, well-informed questions that lead to meaningful conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dark City Podcast
    United States3 months ago
  • Fascinating and thought-provoking

    I really enjoy this podcast! The interviews are fascinating, and Mandy asks such insightful questions to generate conversation. I always learn new things and gain interesting perspectives!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Laura from Colorado
    United States8 months ago
  • Highly Recommended

    Yours natural curiosity and love for connecting with people make her an engaging and approachable figure in the literary community. And also your genuine interest in both authors and readers is a breath of fresh air, fostering a sense of community within the world of books. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AF757
    United States3 years ago
  • Must try to listen to!

    Great host with a great podcast - so easy to listen to - keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah Goodman08
    United States3 years ago
  • Inspiring & informative

    As a writer navigating the process of finding an agent and publisher, I’ve found the conversations on The Bookshop Podcast to be so helpful — both for inspiring me to complete my manuscript and for giving me useful next steps going forwards. Mandy is an excellent host, always asking insightful questions in conversation with her excellent (and varied!) guests. I can’t recommend this podcast enough to all writers, bibliophiles and bookshop lovers everywhere!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RosaLucy8
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Listeners love the insights for writers and bibliophiles alike.
Engaging host with sharp questions that drive meaningful conversations.
Great host, easy to listen to, and consistently high quality.
Thoughtful interviews that offer new perspectives on authors and publishing.

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Talking Points

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Christina Pascucci Ciampa: Building A Mission Driven Feminist Bookshop
Q: What personal sacrifices have you made to run the store, and how has that shaped your leadership?
She details giving up a private life, dealing with displacement and doxxing, and emphasizes leaning on a strong team to sustain the mission while staying hands-on with leadership.
Christina Pascucci Ciampa: Building A Mission Driven Feminist Bookshop
Q: What were you doing before opening All She Wrote Books, and what inspired the leap to start the bookstore?
Christina explains a corporate marketing background, then transitioning to a mission-based indie bookstore to spotlight underrepresented voices and to create a space that felt like a 'big hug' for customers.
Thad McIIroy: AI And The Future Of Books With
Q: How do you see AI affecting the role of translators in publishing?
AI can drastically speed up initial translations and draft work, but human translators are still needed to refine nuance and ensure cultural and linguistic accuracy; the workflow should use AI for the first pass and humans for polishing.
Lovestruck Books: Building A Community Bookstore Around Love And Literature
Q: And do these aspects come into conflict with one another?
Yes, there is tension between prioritizing mission and achieving financial sustainability, but the store mitigates this by creating a welcoming space that invites linger, community events, and services like a cafe to broaden revenue while staying true to its values.
Lovestruck Books: Building A Community Bookstore Around Love And Literature
Q: Looking back, what through line connects education, nonprofit work, and bookselling?
The through line is a commitment to access—access to stories, learning, and spaces where people feel seen—and the realization that independent bookstores can be community hubs that balance mission with sustainable operations.

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A thoughtful, book-centric interview show that foregrounds authors, independent bookstores, and publishing culture. Episodes spotlight novels, writing processes, literary markets, and community-building around books, with guests ranging from novelists and journalists to bookstore owners and industry professionals. The podcast stands out through its warm, curious host, emphasis on indie bookselling, and hands-on discussions about craft, marketing, and reader communities, making it especially valuable for writers, booksellers, and bibliophiles seeking practical insights and inspiration.

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Recent guests on The Bookshop Podcast include:

1. Christina Pascucci Chiampa
2. Cecile Pin
3. Janelle Brown
4. Andrea Mittner
5. Jordan Mittner
6. Nikki Dunn
7. May Tingstrom
8. Ann Kjellberg

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