Well-Read
Ann Cox and Halle CarlsonAs librarians, books are kind of our thing. Listen in as we talk about what we're reading, make book recommendations, and all sorts of book-related fun.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 100 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArtsHobbiesLeisure | |||
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We love a TBR episode, and even better is a TBR episode when we pick books for each other! Listen in for our selections, and we’ll end with what we’re reading this week.
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Ann’s picks:
• The God of th... more
Somehow this year is already halfway over (!!!!!), so it’s time to check in on our reading goals and parts of our book lives.
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Litsy
Next Chapter Society Book Club
Libba Bray books
@mysterymanon on... more
If you’re anything like us, you often read a book you love, add the author’s books to your TBR…and there they sit, unread. Thanks to a listener suggestion, we’re making goals this week to rectify that!
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I love this podcast. I am a bookworm and enjoy so much listening to the host discuss books and recommend books. They are so light and funny but also knowledgeable and serious about books. This is such a great gift. Loved the episode about best books. My favorite of 2025 was The Hallmarked Man by Robert Galbraith. It’s book 8 of the Detective Strike series and it’s fantastic.
Apple Podcasts5por venezuela
United States8 months ago - I love this podcast!!
I love books and I love reading, and I LOVE listening to Ann and Halle talk about books. I’ve discovered many great reads, old and new, from listening. I also love how Ann and Halle share some about themselves and their lives, related to their reading journeys. I listen to many book podcasts, but this one is my favorite. Each episode is like sitting down to talk with my friends about books - my favorite pastime.
Apple Podcasts5Mentaljewelry21United States10 months ago - Halle- you’re my reading twin!
Long time listener and Halle- I’m pretty sure you’re my reading twin! The min I read the title of your latest episode about what books shaped you as a reader today my first thought was “Westing Game and Babysitters Club followed by SVH - (the twins were never as good)-and VC Andrews.”
One of my fave memories as a kid- Friday nights our family would go out to eat- a lot of times at the Ground Round (IYKYK) and after we would be treated with a trip to the mall to buy a book! For me it was always ... more
Apple Podcasts5Erica ReadsUnited States10 months ago - Long time listener
I’ve been listening for a few years and this is my favorite book podcast. Halle and Ann are so knowledgeable and their conversations are fun and full of book recs. They come off as really down to earth and it feels like listening to two friends chat about one of my fave fave- books!
Apple Podcasts5mmtr345United Statesa year ago - Please include links!
I love the natural, relaxed banter, hosts personalities, and how the episode themes vary, but it gets frustrating trying to stop and look for the books as they talk. Other book podcasts post links, which makes the experience better. Please include, then it will be 5 stars!😊
Apple Podcasts4Tari JUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #131 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #147 |  United Kingdom/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #21 |  Philippines/Arts/Books |
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Apple Podcasts | #239 |  India/Arts/Books |
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Two librarians share lively conversations about their reading lives, swap book recommendations, and offer thoughtful discussions on genres, authors, and storytelling craft. Episodes span themed reads, backlist discoveries, Pride selections, cozy mysteries, and seasonal reading plans, all delivered with warm banter, spoiler-free reviews, and actionable takeaways for fellow book lovers. Noteworthy twists include candid reflections on reading formats, cover design trends, and balancing personal reading with library work, making it a go-to for listeners who want approachable, human book talk and reliable recommendations.
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