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The Worst Bestsellers

Worst Bestsellers
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Jessica Simpson
The Time Traveler's Wife
Nora Roberts
Icebreaker
Time Travel
Mental Health
Britney Spears
Figure Skating
Romance
Audrey Niffenegger
Horniness
Nightwork
Thriller Genre
Murder Mystery
1990s Romance
Romancing the Shelf
Sanctuary
Hannah Grace
This Present Darkness

We read stuff so you don't have to.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes285Founded11 years ago
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We’ve been doing this podcast for eleven years, and to celebrate we made our very first guest Carrie keep reading the Crave series. Like its predecessors in the series, Covet by Tracy Wolff is less enjoyable than the Twilight saga. For the record: Ca... more

Hey girl! Stay sexy good and don’t read A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson. We made Anna read it with us, so you don’t have to. Listen to this episode while you wait in the panini queue.

Readers advisory: Here.

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Recent Guests

Liz Faber
Scholar specializing in girls' fiction and a preeminent Miss Pickerell scholar
Episode: Episode 271 – Miss Pickerell Meets Mr. HUM
Chris Collision
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Episode: Episode 270 – Crystal Singer
Jennifer Smith
Comic book editor and fan of Everworld and Animorphs
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Episode: Episode 269 – Search for Senna (Everworld #1)
Sarah Elizabeth Gallagher
Author of Why We Love and Hate Twilight, The Highs and Lows of the Twilight Saga.
Episode: Episode 261 – Vampire Academy
Kathleen Gross
Cartoonist and werewolf aficionado
Episode: Episode 260 – Little Women and Werewolves
Helena Greer
Author of the Carrigan's Christmasland series
Episode: Episode 255 – The Merriest Misters
Meredith Goldstein
An accomplished author, advice columnist, and podcaster
Episode: Episode 250 – House of Earth and Blood
Laura Merli
Stand-up comedian and writer for Reductress
Reductress
Episode: Episode 248 – The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle
Courtney Summers
New York Times bestselling author known for her books about unlikable female protagonists.
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Episode: Episode 246 – Stacey and the Bad Girls

Hosts

Kate
Co-host known for delivering witty commentary on popular literature with a humorous disposition.
Renata
Co-host who contributes insightful critiques and humor, often reflecting on her experiences and opinions about the books.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • My 1st ever subscribed podcast (2015)

    Kait and Renata bring a lot of joy into my life via this podcast. I look forward to hearing the newest episodes every two weeks or so. I may have a parasocial relationship with these two but I’m okay with that. 5/5 stars!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gjeanbab
    United States2 months ago
  • My 1st ever subscribed podcast (2015)

    Kait and Renata bring a lot of joy into my life via this podcast. I look forward to hearing the newest episodes every two weeks or so. I may have a parasocial relationship with these two but I’m okay with that. 5/5 stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gjeanbab
    United States3 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Still one of my favorites after years of being a listener. They always seem very genuine, and are often more generous than you’d expect when it comes to some popular titles and authors, while still poking fun or winking at half baked nonsense, and going hard on the worst of the worst, like the Little Women and Werewolves crossover. The dramatic reading of Beth and Grandpa Lawrence’s cursed love confession was a highlight!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    coda_o7
    United States4 months ago
  • So I don't have to read them.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Mike
    7 months ago
  • If my sister and her friends had a podcast

    Couldn’t get past the first 15 min of the first episode I tried to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    zengim
    Brazil10 months ago

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The hosts are seen as relatable and witty, creating a cozy atmosphere akin to a fun book club with friends.
Listeners appreciate the humor and insightful critiques of both popular and lesser-known literature.
Some believe that the hosts' critiques can be overly negative, and this might detract from the humor at times.
Critics point to audio quality issues that can occasionally disrupt the listening experience.

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#156
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Apple Podcasts
#172
Canada/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#218
Germany/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#121
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#143
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#183
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Episode 236 – Icebreaker
Q: What did you think of the pacing of the book?
The pacing was all over the place and felt episodic, making it frustrating to listen to.

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Focuses on humorous and critical discussions surrounding popular yet often poorly received books. The episodes cover a range of topics including children's literature, young adult fiction, and adaptations while involving guest experts and fans to enrich the conversation. Noteworthy elements include the hosts' witty banter, personal anecdotes tied to childhood reading experiences, and an exploration of broader societal themes such as trauma, identity, and fandom culture. The unique angle of critiquing widely read but often derided titles provides a blend of comedy and insightful commentary, making it appealing for literary enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.

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2. Chris Collision
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4. Sarah Elizabeth Gallagher
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6. Helena Greer
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8. Laura Merli

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