Literature Podcasts

Exploring Christian Fiction from its early days to the most anticipated upcoming books. We love all fiction that points the reader to Jesus. Let’s talk books!

On The Margin is a radio program that examines our literary culture. The program serves as a public forum for published writers and scholars. The show is for people who are book lovers. On The Margin also places an emphasis on providing a platform for people engaged in running literary institutions such as libraries, bookstores […]

We fix lives one book at a time 📚 This is a podcast that is hosted by two best friends named Yajaira & Cheli. Warning: Spoilers in every episode!

In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone’s talking about? NPR’s Book of the Day gives you today’s very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you’re looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we’ve […]

In Everyone Loved It But Me, we discuss one popular book each week. Lisa chats with guests whose opinions go against the grain. We don’t book bash, but we discuss beloved books with a critical eye. At the end of each podcast, we flip the narrative and discuss books that “Everyone Hated But Me.” These […]

The place where young readers meet to talk about books. The show includes a celebrity reader and an interview with the author. The host is award winning public radio journalist Kitty Felde. Book Club won the California Library Association Technology Award and the DC Mayor’s Award for Excellence in the Humanitites. Named one of the […]

Interviews with Writers about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/literature

Two best friends do a deep dive into different book series, looking at one book each month and discussing its plot, characters, and themes.

Words About Books is a podcast where two wannabe writers read and discuss books. Read along with us, or just enjoy the show! New episodes every Sunday.

Simon Mayo and Matt Williams invite the world’s finest authors in for a chat.

A podcast about popular and critical responses to African American novels, artistic productions, and more.

Megan and Natalie are two book-loving, opinionated ladies that know, theorize, and share ideas about books. In We Know How to Read we will cover everything from trending books, reading challenges, tropes, worst and best characters, fan theories, and much more. As well as book smarts Megan and Natalie are aspiring authors who will occasionally […]

The Los Angeles Review of Books Radio Hour is a weekly show featuring interviews, readings and discussions about all things literary. Hosted by LARB Editors-at-Large Kate Wolf, Medaya Ocher, and Eric Newman.

Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly literary podcast featuring in-depth conversations with today’s leading authors. Books, writing, literature, screenwriting, the creative process, and more. Available wherever you get your podcasts. Watch it on the Otherppl YouTube channel. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram.

Get the ultimate insider’s scoop on the best new books. The editors at Kirkus Reviews interview your favorite authors, tell you whether or not the books on the bestseller list are worth the read, give you behind-the-scenes insights, and introduce you to great books you may otherwise never find.

Overdue is a podcast about the books you’ve been meaning to read. Join Andrew and Craig each week as they tackle a new title from their backlog. Classic literature, obscure plays, goofy childen’s books: they’ll read it all, one overdue book at a time.

The Los Angeles Review of Books is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting and disseminating rigorous, incisive, and engaging writing on every aspect of literature, culture, and the arts. The Los Angeles Review of Books magazine was created in part as a response to the disappearance of the traditional newspaper book review supplement, and, with […]

Red and Blue of Overly Sarcastic Productions keep the learnin’ rollin’ with a biweekly after show! Join the OSP crew as we chat about all the anecdotes, corrections, and fan questions that didn’t make the regular content (and probably get swept way off topic along the way!) So yeah…let’s do some (more) history?

A monthly review of the arts and intellectual life. Interviews, poetry readings, musical criticism, and more. newcriterion.com

Genre Grinder is a podcast devoted to the weirdest, most unique, and painfully specific film genres. Every month, your host, Gabe Powers, and a special guest will talk about movies that (hopefully) you’ve never heard of.

Just the Best Literature inspires you to not only read printed books, but to read only the best books. Besides books, host Dennis Leap will lead discussions on other current literature such as essays and important articles.

A fan podcast reading through all of the Aubrey-Maturin novels by Patrick O’Brian, beginning with the first – Master and Commander. Support us at https://www.patreon.com/lubbershole

An independent, noncommercial community radio station licensed in Boulder and Denver and dedicated to serving its listeners.

“What a Circus” is a monthly podcast that invites you to join in on our high school book club. Listen to teens as they read and discuss literature and the connections to their own lives. We read one book each month and come together to talk about what it all means.

Hillsdale College’s John J. Miller discusses classic works within the Western literary canon.

Interviews with Authors about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Becca has read all of Jane Austen’s work. Molly literally does not know who Mrs. Bennet is. Together, they venture into Austen’s world of romance, biting satire, and class struggles. Like Austen? Interested in a modern take? This is the podcast for you! Produced by Molly Burdick Audio production by Graham Cook Show art by […]

A blog and podcast that discuss James Joyce’s Ulysses from a non-academic point of view. Less snooty, more movie references.

A cheeky, irreverent yet informative deep-dive into all things Shakespeare, hosted by two longtime Shakespeare performers, directors, and teachers.

In these hectic times, sometimes the quiet and thoughtful reading of a good short story or the serenity of a beautiful piece of music is just the respite that we need. Join Joe Weber, the host of Atlanta’s The Voice of the Arts, as he guides you on an eclectic and unexpected journey through some […]

Every other Monday we’ll release a brand new episode where you’ll hear us talk about some of our favorite classics, what they mean to us, and how they’ve impacted our own personal story. To find out more about Bards Alley Bookshop visit us at bardsalley.com and interact with us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. Tell […]

SAL/on air is a literary podcast featuring engaging author talks and readings from over thirty-five years of Seattle Arts & Lectures’ programming. Seattle Arts & Lectures (SAL) is a literary nonprofit. Seattle Arts & Lectures cultivates transformative experiences through story and language with readers and writers of all generations. Get in-person or online tickets to […]

Leading writers on arts, history, philosophy, science, religion and beyond, themed across a week – insight, opinion and intellectual surprise.

We’re friends and academics who take classic literature off its pedestal by making fun of it. ————————————————————— Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The book club podcast where Dave Warneke has read the book so you don’t have to. Each episode Dave tells two special guests all about a classic novel or play, and by the end of the show, both you and they can pretend you’ve read it. From Austen to Tolstoy, Shakespeare to Hemingway… Devour a […]

In each episode I discuss around 100 pages from the works of American writers. Contact me at hundredpagescast@gmail.com

Ever read a children’s book and thought to yourself, “What the hell did I just read?”. Then this podcast is just for you! Skip the reading and let David comedically summarize and review some of your favorite and some of your not so favorite children’s books.

A Podcast devoted to Douglas Adams’ lesser known Dirk Gently book franchise and it’s numerous different adaptations for all different forms of media. Hosted by four fans of Adams from all corners of the globe: Ed from the UK, Nemo from Australia, Dalek from the USA, and Caen from Sweden. Together, they form the Electric […]

This is a podcast where we’re going to take a critical look at one of the most neglected genres in literature: the funny book. In each episode I’m going to invite a fellow writer to pick a favourite example and tell me what makes it work for them.

Narrative comedy, for lovers of laugh-out-loud literature (or “lololl’s” for short). A mix of novels (chapter by chapter), short stories, and theatrical shows to help you laugh along with the human condition.

Good Looking People in Small Clever Rooms That Utilize Every Centimeter of Available Space with Mind-Boggling Efficiency is a podcast wherein family and friends gather to read and talk about Infinite Jest, a very long book.

If you have stumbled upon this podcast by the recommendation of a friend or purely by circumstance, I suggest you turn back immediately. Should you choose to listen to this show you will encounter discussions of A Series of Unfortunate Events book Series and Netflix shows, interviews with the cast and crew, and general tom-foolery […]

A podcast about diary of a wimpy kid Cover art photo provided by Tom Barrett on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@wistomsin

American comedian and No. 1 New York Times bestselling author David Sedaris discusses his new book, Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls. David discusses the complexities of Chinese food and working with monkeys with Jonathan Ross at the Apple Store Regent Street in London.

Each “season” of Two Month Review highlights a new and amazing work of world literature, reading it slowly over the course of eight to nine episodes. Featuring a rotating set of literary guests—from authors to booksellers, critics, and translators—each episode recaps a short section of the book and uses that as a springboard for a […]

George RR Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire (ASoIaF) novels are our focus: Analysis and theories, readings, adverts from Westeros, music from the fandom, guests, and more, with your hosts yolkboy and Lady Gwynhyfvar. Radio Westeros is the only radio station this side of Asshai… Spoilers all books! Support: patreon.com/radiowesteros ————————————————————— Hosted on Acast. […]

Kingslingers is a podcast exploring and analyzing Stephen King’s Dark Tower series. Each week, join Constant Reader Scott as he leads Dark Tower newbie Matt on this epic journey to find out what lies at the top of the tower… and beyond!

Tales from Godric’s Hollow is a Harry Potter podcast hosted by Marissa Dorado (A Ravenclaw who has read the books hundreds of times since childhood) and Joe Slionski (A Hufflepuff who has read the books only a handful of times since getting into it as an adult). TFGH originally started out as a book club […]

A podcast by three fantasy authors who love to overcomplicate their writing lives and want to help you do the same.

Longtime fans Jenn and Preeti revisit the Wheel of Time series in preparation for the TV show’s launch, and dig into their personal connections with the books, how well they hold up, and what they think will make it to screen. Join them for two episodes a month, featuring recaps of the books and the […]

Every other week, Jay and Sean discuss the characters, connections, and deeper meanings of Stephen King’s magnum opus, The Dark Tower. We will then quest beyond the Tower and continue to explore King’s library.

Take a Firebolt ride on our podcast as each week we delve chapter by chapter through the Harry Potter universe!

The Secrets of Middle-earth explores the myths, legends and themes of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Middle-earth. A podcast about the books, the movies and the videogame ‘Lord of the Rings Online’, the Hobbit and the Silmarillion. Hosted by Fr. Roderick.

A Wheel of Time podcast for first-time readers, and an in-depth deep dive of the series. Follow Justin on an adventure through one of the greatest Fantasy stories ever told! Increase your understanding of the vibrant world, fun characters, political intrigue, epic battles, and a wide variety of cultures!! Merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/products/tales-of-a-red-arm-frosty-mug-collect-them-all You can reach me […]

Discussing his works chapter-by-chapter and interviewing Lewis experts.

Join author Megan O’Russell in this candid, humor-filled glimpse into the creation of a new book series, starting at page one. You’re invited to step into the real-time writing process as Megan weaves fae, shifters, witches, and seers into her latest young adult fantasy novel: Sketchbook of a Wayward Seer. No second drafts allowed. No […]

Founded in 2017, The Losers’ Club® is an award-winning weekly series that chronologically digs through the work of Stephen King with humor, irreverence, and a critical eye. Each episode, the Losers gather together to read between the iconic pages and share the latest in King’s Dominion, whether it’s the author’s oft-controversial tweets, the boldest Hollywood […]

The Authors on the Air Global Radio Network is an international digital media corporation featuring radio talk shows, podcasts, & book reviewers. We are interested in speaking to writers in all genres and other creative people.

Undercooked Analysis began with a simple idea: no script, no plan, and no filters as Creepypasta is put to literary scrutiny. Every Tuesday, join some mixture of David, Allen, Kaela and/or an ever-changing roster of guests as they attempt to make their way through whatever the internet throws at them. No story is safe from […]

College-level conversations about the masters of horror literature from H.P. Lovecraft to Edgar Allan Poe and Stephen King.

This is Books in the Freezer, a podcast dedicated to the deliciously disturbing world of horror fiction. Our topical, bi-weekly episodes will cover those scary books that you might want to put in the freezer. Don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss any of our recommendations!

Two queer horror nerds sit in a closet and revisit R.L. Stine’s Goosebumps series. New episodes every first and third Monday!

Three books, one plot, and two girls ready to dissect this way too far. Join long-time Twilight fans Shannon and G and their guest of the week as they read Twilight and its two official retellings, Life and Death and Midnight Sun, all at once in this nostalgia-driven, joke-filled look at the world’s craziest story […]

Welcome to Hypnogoria, Britian’s longest running horror podcast! Coming to you from the Great Library of Dreams, Mr Jim Moon invites you to take a comfy armchair by the fireside to talk of all things weird and wonderful. Here we discuss strange cinema and spooky television, explore weird fiction and delve into the mysteries of […]

Short bites of opinion and weirdness from author, filmmaker, and lifetime horror geek Chris Ringler. Movies. Culture. Fiction. Feelings. Strangeness. All in bite sized portions. Yum! But WHO is Chris Ringler? Chris is the author of over twenty books ranging from fantasy, to horror, to kid’s books, has made two short films, created a horror […]

The This Is Horror Podcast is a weekly show for readers, writers, and creators hosted by Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella. We interview writers, artists, publishers, editors, and creatives every week. We have interviewed over the 300 creatives including Chuck Palahniuk, Dean Koontz, Joe Hill, Joe R. Lansdale, Charlaine Harris, Ellen Datlow, David Moody, […]

This is a Podcast that discusses CreepyPasta for the sheer entertainment of it. The conversation of a cultist and his pals as they delve into the campfire stories of the Internet Age!

Your monthly podcast on all things Lovecraftiana. Hosted by David Guffy, Richard Wilson, & Mark Griffin

Suspense Radio, brings you the best of the best in suspense / thriller / mystery and horror. Interviews and reviews in the genres.

The Podcast of the Society of Gilbert Keith Chesterton, where we talk about everything under the sun with a Chestertonian perspective, as well as the writings and legacy of G.K. Chesterton himself. The podcast is hosted by Grettelyn Darkey and Joe Grabowski. Want to give us feedback? Email podcast@chesterton.org.

MysteryRat’s Maze is a mystery podcast produced by Kings River Life Magazine. Each episode will either by a mystery short story, or the first chapter of a mystery novel, read by a local actor. KRL can be found at kingsriverlife.com for more mystery & theatre fun.

The weekly podcast of the John H. Watson Society

It’s like Fresh Air for Sherlock Holmes enthusiasts. This interview show sits at the intersection of Sherlock Holmes and popular culture and covers authors, playwrights, actors, Sherlockians, and Sherlock Holmes societies around the world. Airs on the 15th and 30th of every month.

Look no further, dear listener, for The Deductionist podcast is here to sharpen your deductive skills and blow your mind with its clever insights. Hosted by the charming and enigmatic deductionist himself (HA!) and the Watson of awesomeness! Each episode is a masterclass in observation, deduction, and logic, as they take you on a journey […]

Read or Dead is a bi-weekly show dedicated to the worlds of mystery and thriller literature.

The faux crime comedy podcast hosted by your favorite team of sister sleuths, Kelly and Karen!

You know the plots, but what about the minutiae? We delve into the Sherlock Holmes stories and answers questions that arise, clarify muddy details, and look into some of the period terminology in this weekly podcast.

Unravelling the mysteries behind classic detective stories For advertising enquiries, email sales@auddy.co

Like crime stories, books and people talking about those things? This could be the podcast for you. Want to talk books? Email us at readandburiedpodcast@gmail.com. Artwork by Andrew Thompson Theme music by Saul Focus ————————————————————— Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All About Agatha is a podcast all about, well, Agatha. Agatha Christie, of course: the Queen of Crime, a real-life Dame of the British Empire, and author of sixty-six mystery novels that spanned the Twentieth Century, defining a genre. For five years, Catherine Brobeck and Kemper Donovan revisited these novels in publication order, ranking them […]

Poem-a-Day is the original, daily poetry series featuring new poems by today’s poets. Produced by the Academy of American Poets, this free digital series is made possible by you, our readers and listeners. Theme music by Kat Rejsek. Audio engineering by Thea Matthews. Learn more about Poem-a-Day and, if you can, please consider supporting this […]

A Podcast about Poetry that showcases works from a variety of Poets. On this Podcast we discuss the impacts that unique poems have on the human psyche. We comment on the structure, lyricality, flow, uniqueness, tone, message etc… We are helping in preserving and proliferating knowledge.

Sangam Lit is an English podcast by Nandini Karky on 2000 year old classical Tamil poetry from the Sangam Era. Explore ancient lands and minds through these reflections. Travel to the past, connect to the present and gather lessons for the future. Get lit!

A series of podcasts on the life, work, and reception of William Blake, exploring his impact on literature, the visual arts, music and more.

Spoken Label is a podcast series designed to interview and record sessions from authors, poets, artists, musicians etc in North West England and beyond. Formed in 2015 and ran / edited by Andy N, author of ‘Return to Kemptown’ and ‘The End of Summer’,it is always often to submissions from interested artists. Email: aen1mpo@yahoo.co.uk

A travelling poetry & spoken word podcast that wanders the length of the UK to talk to rising stars & established poets. Hosted by Jimmy Bowman. Submissions to peoplespoetrypodcast@hotmail.com

Welcome to Poetry Space Podcast with me your host Matt Foster, where I talk about: poetry, life, love, relationships and some sound advice and also I host Late Night Sessions every Friday night, so make sure you check me out weeknights at 9pm!And end your day off on a positive note with spoken word right […]

Presented by Spokane Public Radio, Poetry Moment is a program that showcases myriad poems as read by poets and poetry lovers from across the Inland Northwest — and occasionally beyond.Poetry Moment airs one poem on KPBX each weekday at 9am; a single reader curates the entire week’s worth of poetry. Sometimes the poems are the […]

Funny kids poems guaranteed to make you giggle by author Kenn Nesbitt! From the most popular children’s poetry website on the net.

Lauren and Russ slowly make their way through *Where the Sidewalk Ends* by Shel Silverstein. Commentary and relations to current events abound.

This podcast is an open mic to speak freely about any and everything. Nothing is off-limits, but everything is deeply thought about. From poetry to spirituality, we get deep and vulnerable.

The C.S. Café is a virtual café for those wanting a good drama filled story or captivating poetry. Tap into your emotions with us and let us SEDUCE YOUR MIND!!! Join our Patreon membership for exclusive behind the scenes, merch, first dips on podcast, and more. https://www.patreon.com/TheCSCafe You don’t want to miss out when we […]

Started as a forum for discussion about YA books during the pandemic, On The Shelf is now about all types of books and talking to all types of authors. Each week host Honora Quinn virtually sits down with your new favorite author from self-published to the NYTs bestselling to ask the important questions, like what […]

Buzzing about Romance is a Romance Readers Podcast. The Hosts of Buzzing about Romance love to talk about all things in the Romance Book Genre. They chat about their favorite books, tropes, authors and book boyfriends. The hosts also bring you an inside look to Publishing of Romance via Author and Industry Insiders interviews. They […]

From great new books to favorite classic reads, from news to the latest in on-screen adaptations, Hey YA is here to elevate the exciting world of young adult lit.

“Too Stupid to Live” is the smartest podcast to ever review romance novels $5 or less. It’s basically if a comedy podcast fell in love with a romance novel podcast and had an unhinged and horny romance reader — Becky Feldman — hosting. Actually that’s EXACTLY what it is. But it’s so much more! The […]

Hey, book lovers! If you’re like us and can’t get enough of the latest book recommendations from BookTok, then you’re going to love our podcast, Booktok Made Me. Join us as we dish on all the steamy romances, thrilling adventures, and everything in between that BookTok is raving about. Our hilarious hosts bring a fresh […]

The Children’s Literature Podcast is a grown-up discussion of children’s books, aimed not at kids but at grown-up book lovers, teachers, parents, and maybe even a few savvy teenagers. This podcast looks into the background and cultural context of a story, helping educators and parents to deliver deeper understanding to the kids they teach. With […]

The Big Gay Fiction Podcast is for avid readers and passionate fans of queer romance fiction. Each week we bring you exclusive author interviews, book recommendations and explore the latest in queer pop culture.

Imagine reading your favorite steamy romance novel… with your mom reading over your shoulder. Ellen and her mom set out to do just that with this book club and they want you to join in. It’s fun, it’s swoony, and it’s awkward. Email: notyourmomsromancebookclub@gmail.com Twitter: @notyourmomsrom Facebook: fb.me/notyourmomsromancebookclub Podcast: notyourmomsrom.buzzsprout.com Not Your Mom’s Romance Book […]

Melody Carlisle and Sabrina Bradley love romance and they do it out loud! Every Monday, these long-distance best friends recap romance novels from a comedic, intersectional feminist, sex-positive perspective. If you’re itching for a BFF book club or just love raucous slumber party vibes, this is the show for you! Whether you’ve read the book […]

Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky discuss the latest news in the world of books and reading, including hot new releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more. Book Riot is the largest independent editorial book site in North America and home to a host of media, from podcasts to newsletters to original content, all […]

A book podcast for all things fantasy and romance. Two best friends sharing their obsession with fantasy worlds, badass women, romance and magic. Join us each week as we discuss our favorite books chapter by chapter in each episode. We are currently re-reading A Court of Silver Flames (weekly episodes) and Thirsty Thursdays on various […]

Love romance novels and looking for your next read, but don’t have time to waste on terrible books? Let us do the pre-read for you! Kim and Aimee have got your backs! Two girls who read way too many novels, often romance novels, talk about what they love, what they like and what they can’t […]

Shit We’ve Read is a sci-fi & fantasy book podcast hosted by geeky friends Laura Benson, Jason Rico, and Bella Romero. Each month, we get together to discuss a new-to-us book or graphic novel, sometimes giving it a spicy, adult twist with our After Dark episodes featuring co-host Emma Skies. Along the way, we’re joined […]

The LRB Podcast brings you weekly conversations from Europe’s leading magazine of culture and ideas. Hosted by Thomas Jones and Malin Hay, with guest episodes from the LRB’s US editor Adam Shatz, Meehan Crist, Rosemary Hill and more. Find the LRB’s new Close Readings podcast in on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or search ‘LRB Close […]

SFF Addicts is a weekly sci-fi, fantasy and writing craft podcast co-hosted by authors Adrian M. Gibson and M.J. Kuhn, bringing you interviews and masterclasses with your favorite SFF authors. The full episode archive, as well as book reviews and essays, can be found at https://fanfiaddict.com. You can also subscribe to the FanFiAddict YouTube channel […]

Welcome to Chapter By Chapter Podcast! Join Will and Steve, 2 best buds living in the Great White North, as they try to make sense of the world of popular fiction while covering some of the best books in science fiction and fantasy, one chapter at a time! This isn’t your typical book podcast… these […]

Interviews and discussion about science fiction, fantasy and horror in television and film, plus coverage of comics, independent features, science and much more

Dune Talk is the official Dune podcast of DuneNewsNet.com, your one-stop source for breaking news and reviews about the bestselling, epic science fiction saga! Join Marcus, Garin, Johnny, Simon, and a rotation of special guests, for in-depth discussion of the 2021 Dune movie—directed by Denis Villeneuve and starring Timothée Chalamet, Zendaya, Rebecca Ferguson, Oscar Isaac, […]

Join us as we discuss a different Doctor Who novel each month, book club-style. Read along with us as we explore the written worlds from a variety of Doctor Who book ranges…

Kaycie a normal fan and Alex a rabid fan casually discuss the Animorphs one book at a time! Join us as we tackle the hard questions like why does Jake end up a Cassie’s for Thanksgiving? Or how old are you when you weigh 80 pounds? This and more on Animorphs Anonymous.

Jeff Somers is the author of the Avery Cates series, the Ustari Cycle, Chum, and Writing Without Rules. He also generates 45% of all the freelance writing in the universe. In each episode, Jeff will pour a drink and discuss one of his works of short fiction, from inspiration to publication, and then read the […]

Brainwashing myself into loving science fiction, one book at a time.

Read along with the Sword and Laser book club! From classic science fiction to the latest gritty fantasy, we cover it. Subscribe for book discussions, author interviews, hot releases, and news from the genre fiction world!

Explore the best of sci-fi with Brent and Cody. Each episode dives into a single book or series in the sci-fi cannon. Author interviews, reviews and analysis, and related book recommendations. Happy reading y’all!