Literature Podcasts

With nearly 10 million downloads, The Chris Voss Show Podcast is a top 1% most popular shows out of 3,254,177 podcasts globally. Over 17 years, 27 millions views of amazing interviews of top CEOs, BILLIONAIRES, Astronauts, the hottest new book Authors, TV & Print News & Pulitzer Prize-winning Journalists, Governors, Congress Members and other inspiring […]

Marguerite Young wrote her magnum opus Miss MacIntosh My Darling at 1198 pages long. This is my reading and analysis of it. Find my three book series on Amazon – To All My Darlings by Coral Russell I have also expanded to reading all of her work. coralrussell.substack.com

Reading for Independent Minds. Unlike many author interviews, if Michael didn’t actually read the book, you won’t hear about it. If he read it, you’ll hear it and you’ll love it. Insights into a wide range of topics, including many titles you’ve probably never heard of. The perfect book is just one listen away.

STILL LOUD is the bold, brash and unfiltered podcast from sister-in-laws Lori and Julia — longtime myTalk107.1 radio faves and pop culture mavens who are now bringing their hot takes, humor, and honesty to the mic. No topics off-limits. No filters. Just real talk, big laughs, and a whole lotta loud.

Bookworm is dedicated to doing more than just reading books. Mike Schmitz and Cory Hixson read a book every two weeks and discuss ways to apply the authors lessons to their lives.

My name is Deepak Rana. Every day, I pick at least one new book, read what it has to offer, make notes and share the best ideas with you. Sounds fun, right? Join me in this journey and explore a whole new world of books and stories. For any suggestions/queries please contact us at contactkalampedia@gmail.com […]

This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe […]

The “NBN Book of the Day” features the most timely and interesting author interviews from the New Books Network delivered to you every weekday. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

Feminist Book Club is the premier online hub for intersectional readers and anyone who wants to infuse their bookshelves with social justice. We encourage resistance through reading with our blog, podcast, events, and our signature monthly subscription box.

Hosted by Whitney Terrell and V.V. Ganeshananthan, fiction/non/fiction interprets current events through the lens of literature, and features conversations with writers of all stripes, from novelists and poets to journalists and essayists.

A podcast. About a book. With an author. Interviewed. Reading from said book.

Let’s Talk Memoir is a podcast for memoir lovers, readers, and writers, featuring interviews with memoirists about their writing process, their challenges, and what they’ve learned about sharing the most personal of narratives. Hosted by writer, editor, and teacher Ronit Plank, each episode highlights different aspects of the memoir-writing experience, and offers writing tips and […]

Otherppl with Brad Listi is a weekly books and culture podcast featuring in-depth conversations with today’s leading authors. Literature, screenwriting, the creative process, pop culture, and more. Available wherever you get your podcasts. Follow the show on Bluesky 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 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.

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?

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.

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

Ready to go on a literary odyssey? From sci-fi to romance to adventure, our host Ann Bocock interviews writers of all genres, diving deep into their creative processes, their struggles and, of course, their successes. GO Between the Covers gives you the chance to meet your favorite authors and get to know some inspiring new […]

“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.

The legend of Don Juan is one that’s been told and retold over the centuries by poets and novelists. His life has been the subject of operas, musicals and film. The earliest reference was in a fourteenth century Spanish play and compiled in book form in the seventeenth century. His life continued to fascinate writers […]

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.

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 […]

Dr. Lee Moore talks Chinese literature and Chinese culture more broadly.

A cheeky, irreverent yet informative deep-dive into all things Shakespeare, hosted by two longtime Shakespeare performers, directors, and teachers. Want to support us? Thanks!! Go to: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=8KTK7CATJSRYJ

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

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

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 […]

The Thing About Austen is a podcast about Jane Austen’s world — the people, objects, and culture that shape Austen’s fiction. Come for the historical context and stay for the literary shenanigans. Think of us as your somewhat cheeky tour guides to the life and times of Jane Austen.

Julia Golding, author and a Jane Austen fan, is joined by guests to discuss early nineteenth perspectives on issues in modern life through the lens of the wit and wisdom of Jane Austen. Perfect for fans of Jane Austen or anyone wanting to take a little break from the twenty-first century. #Jane Austen #PrideandPrejudice #Regency

Welcome, Janeites, to the What the Austen? podcast! I’m your host, Izzy Meakin, a lifelong Janeite with a deep love for Austen. Each month, I team up with fellow enthusiasts to explore the wit, charm, and quirks of Jane’s novels. This podcast is for those who enjoy thought-provoking discussions and a good laugh, covering everything […]

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 […]

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.

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.

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.

Authors J.A. Ironside and M.E. Vaughan talk about books, films and all aspects of speculative fiction, from the nuts and bolts of writing it, to its (occasionally) obscure origins.

It’s the English class you didn’t know you missed and the meaningful conversations you didn’t know you craved. Join Vanessa Zoltan and Matt Potts as they bring thought, reflection and laughter to Harry Potter; not just as novels, but as instructive and inspirational texts that will teach us about our own lives. Relive the magic […]

Synopsis: Almost every weekday, our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, personal finance and career. Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST’s app, which has a dedicated podcast player section. Produced by podcast editor Ernest […]

Mythmakers is the podcast for fantasy fans and creatives, brought to you by the Oxford Centre for Fantasy. In each episode, we embark on an exploration of the world of fantasy—both classic and contemporary. From the stories behind your favourite series to expert tips for aspiring writers, we dive into books, films, TV shows, and […]

Discover the rich world and timeless works of J.R.R. Tolkien with this weekly podcast; your gateway to understanding the mythology behind The Lord of the Rings. Whether you’re a fan who’s only seen the movies, a reader looking to dive deeper into Tolkien’s tales, or someone tackling The Silmarillion for the first time, this show […]

A weekly book review and discussion program hosted by Pat Leach. Updated on Thursdays.

“We read books – and other words, too.” Two cousins read and discuss a wide variety of books from self pub to indie to trad pub. Episodes are divided into a “Spoiler Free” conversation and then a clearly delineated “Spoiler-y” discussion, so listeners can enjoy every episode regardless of whether they’ve read the book or […]

Join us as we discuss whole books in one shot, once a month!

A long walk through Middle-earth! Join co-hosts John & Greta as they go chapter-by-chapter through The Lord of the Rings, The Silmarillion, The Hobbit and all of Tolkien’s other works.

Come explore the Hyborian Age and tread the jeweled thrones of Earth with your host, Steeven Orr, as he takes a look at the adventures of Conan of Cimmeria – the black-haired, sullen-eyed barbarian – one comic book issue at a time. From the Marvel Comics series that began in 1970, to the currently-being-published series […]

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!

Welcome to The Wheel Weaves Podcast!! The Wheel Weaves is a Wheel of Time podcast suitable for first time readers. Join Dani and Brett as they journey into the series for chapter analysis, character break-downs, and (probably wrong) predictions – all from the perspective of a WoT First Time Reader. Guided by Brett, the long-time […]

On HMUH you’ll get to hear your favorite creators talking about their personal lives, not just their body of work. And if we talk to enough people, we might see common trends that teach us something about the horror community as a whole!

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!

People’s Guide to the Cthulhu Mythos is a long-running podcast exploring cosmic horror, weird fiction, and the strange worlds inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and his contemporaries. Hosted by DB Spitzer with co-hosts Farmer Dave and Aunt Gore, the show dives into myth, monsters, movies, and the legacy of the Mythos with humor and insight. Join […]

Welcome to The Ghost Story Book Club. Each episode, along with a special guest, writer and host Adam Z. Robinson discusses the ghost story genre and looks at a different classic ghost story. Authors include: M.R. James, E. Nesbit, Edith Wharton, Edgar Allen Poe, Algernon Blackwood, E.F Benson and many more. You can email your […]

The Authors on the Air Global Radio Network is an international digital media corporation featuring podcasts, book reviewers and conference media coverage.. Our content is available on audio and video platforms in 153 countries.

We got a lot to say about all the Indigenous content coming our way! We will cover a lot of ground with all the Indigenous-led content, so don’t just keep it real, keep it Reel Indigenous.

Shane Douglas Keene and Rich Duncan talk about a variety of subjects related to the horror and crime genres. We also talk to authors and other guests about different topics including books, diversity, and the craft of creating high-quality dark speculative fiction. We’re also a bunch of irreverent smartasses.

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 […]

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 […]

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. Over 600 episodes, we have interviewed creatives including Chuck Palahniuk, Dean Koontz, Joe Hill, Joe R. Lansdale, Charlaine Harris, Ellen Datlow, David Moody, […]

A bite-sized podcast from the warped mind of author Chris Ringler. Horror. Movies. Pop-Culture. Fiction. Weirdness. Life. You know, just good strange fun. Find more fun at spookychris.com

Lisa Kroger and Melanie R. Anderson, authors of MONSTER, SHE WROTE (Quirk Books), discuss women in the horror genre.

Like crime stories, books & people talking about those things? This is 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.

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.

Interviews with bestselling authors of mystery, suspense, and thriller books.

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.

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 through […]

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.

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

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

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 […]

We call Hutchmoot a “conference for everyone,” so it follows that this is a “podcast for everyone.” This series features sessions recorded at the Rabbit Room’s annual conference which celebrates art, music, story, and faith in all their many intersections.

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.

Reflections on 2000 Year Old Tamil Poetry

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 […]

Spoken Word is a half hour program dedicated to poetry and performance. We provide a grassroots platform on 3CR for the poetry community, making connection between live performance, printed literature and radio listeners. Our guests are contemporary poets who read and discuss their works. Spoken Word is inherently eclectic and gives voice to diverse forms […]

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

This podcast is a channel on the New Books Network. The New Books Network is an academic audio library dedicated to public education. In each episode you will hear scholars discuss their recently published research with another expert in their field. Discover our 150+ channels and browse our 28,000+ episodes on our website: ⁠newbooksnetwork.com⁠ Subscribe […]

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 Genevieve Shubeck. Learn more about Poem-a-Day and, if you can, please consider supporting this […]

Have You Thought About is for those at a reckoning. Join us as host Dhruti Shah, a writer and poet, speaks to inspiring guests about how they use their passions to shape their lives.

Interviews with Cascadian creative luminaries about the practice of poetry and deepening connections to place, self and the present moment.

Airing on KSQD 90.7 FM most Sundays at 8:00, the Hive Poetry Collective is a buzz of poets in Santa Cruz, California— a swarm of radio conversations, public readings, and writing workshops. Our theme music is “Drunk on Funk” by Top-Flow. Find us at hivepoetry.org And https://www.facebook.com/hivepoetry

Funny poetry for kids by children’s author and former US Children’s Poet Laureate, Kenn Nesbitt.

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

Podcast by For Reading Out Loud

A monthly-ish book club podcast! Get a beverage and listen to us ramble about a book!

Podcast by Viviana, Enchantress of Books

All of television history is contained within the Box of Delights. TV journalist Julia Raeside invites her guests to choose a favourite TV memory and take another look at it, say what it meant to them, and what it means to them now. ————————————————————— Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 […]

Do you have sparkling blue-green eyes that are the colour of the Pacific Ocean? Do you have hair like spun gold? Are you tanned, energetic and a perfect size 6? Neither are we. Join us, Karyn and Anna, as we head back to the sensational1980s book series and explore the strange and terrifying world of […]

News in the world of books and reading, including hot industry releases, adaptations, publishing industry events, and more with Book Riot’s Jeff O’Neal and Rebecca Schinsky. 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 designed around […]

Welcome to We Read It One Night, the podcast where romance reader & host Alison chats with authors, influencers, and friends about the books that make us want to stay up all night reading. Subscribe! Follow! Rate! Review! Tell your friends about us! Instagram | Threads | Tiktok: @wereaditonenight Email: wereaditonenight [at] gmail.com

A Readers’ Advisory Podcast about becoming better library staff by reading every genre, whether we like them or not! Every month we read books from a new, randomly picked genre; then on the podcast we discuss our reading choices, experiences, opinions, appeal factors, and other related topics as friends and library workers.

Cut through the noise and discover your next favorite read. Join me for weekly episodes as I spotlight powerful new releases from diverse and underrepresented voices, chat with debut and bestselling authors, and spill the tea on what’s happening in books, publishing, and beyond. Follow now—and get ready to discover what’s new and NOW in […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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!

SFF Addicts is a weekly sci-fi, fantasy and writing craft podcast co-hosted by authors Adrian M. Gibson, M.J. Kuhn and Greta Kelly, 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 […]

Reading the Hugo winners, one guest at a time.

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.

The LRB Podcast brings you weekly conversations from Europe’s leading magazine of culture and ideas, hosted by Thomas Jones and Malin Hay, and featuring our fortnightly ‘On Politics’ podcast hosted by James Butler. From the LRB Subscribe to the LRB: ⁠⁠https://lrb.me/subslrbpod Close Readings podcast: ⁠https://lrb.me/crlrbpod⁠ LRB Audiobooks: ⁠https://lrb.me/audiobookslrbpod⁠ Bags, binders and more at the LRB […]

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 […]

Luke Burrage reads a science fiction novel and reviews it when he’s done. Then he reads another.

In a world as vast as the kaiju genre, there needs to be a podcast that can tackle all things giant monster – from film to fandom, television to toys, Godzilla to Gamera. That podcast is YHS on Monster Island! From the world of Yes Have Some comes a new show dedicated to the spectacle […]

Podcast discussing women in science fiction, fantasy, and horror. Hosted by Megan Leigh, Charlotte Bond, and Lucy Hounsom. New episodes every other Thursday.

We’re all just stories in the end. It’s as true for the Doctor as it is for any of us. If, like me, you’ve grown up reading the Target novelisations, the Virgin New Adventures, the BBC Eighth Doctor Adventures, the New Series Adventures, and a whole heap of standalone fiction, then this is the show […]

Bringing hope to the world through Speculative Fiction. Interviews with Science Fiction and Fantasy writers, gamers, creators, and activists.

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!