Books Podcasts

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Shelved By Genre

Analyzes and discusses works of genre literature.

The Chris Hedges Report

Interviews with authors, journalists, and cultural figures on history, politics, and war.

Zero to Well-Read

A weekly exploration of famous books, covering plot, themes, and significance, from classics to modern literary hits.

The Book Review

Top authors and critics discuss the week’s most notable books and literary news with The New York Times Book Review.

Book Riot - The Podcast

Discusses book news, industry releases, adaptations, and publishing events with insights from editorial perspectives.

Walking With Dante

A guided passage-by-passage exploration of Dante’s Divine Comedy, its language, history, and lasting significance.

Fantasy Fangirls

Sisters analyze fantasy book series chapter by chapter, discussing plot, characters, theories, and world-building with humor and insight.

The Losers' Club: A Stephen King Podcast

A weekly deep dive into Stephen King's bibliography and cultural impact, analyzed with humor and critical insight.

Chilling Tales for Dark Nights: A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Series Podcast

A horror fiction anthology featuring creepy stories from various authors, performed by voice actors with sound effects and music.

Service95 Book Club With Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa discusses beloved books with their authors, exploring stories that provoke emotion and new perspectives.

Fresh Air

Intimate interviews with prominent figures in arts, culture, and current affairs.

History of Westeros (Game of Thrones)

A deep dive into the lore, books, and episodes of George R.R. Martin's A Song of Ice and Fire and its TV adaptations.

Fated Mates - Romance Books for Novel People

Romance novel discussions and read-alongs that celebrate the genre as a feminist tool against the patriarchy.

Reading Glasses

Two authors share practical tips and humorous advice for improving your reading habits and solving common book lover problems.

Dragons in the Details: An ACOTAR & Maasverse Deep Dive Podcast

Explores themes, characters, and hidden details in Sarah J. Maas's fantasy books and the Maasverse through in-depth literary analysis.

Bad On Paper

Two friends discuss books and interview inspiring women in weekly conversations.

Horror Hill: A Horror Anthology and Scary Stories Series Podcast

A horror fiction anthology featuring multiple chilling stories performed by voice actor Erik Peabody and written by independent authors.

Overdue

Two friends read and discuss books they’ve been meaning to get around to, from classics to obscure titles.

The Rest Is Entertainment

Richard Osman and Marina Hyde offer insider perspectives on TV, film, and pop culture with behind-the-scenes insights and industry analysis.

Scary Stories Told in the Dark: A Horror Anthology Series

A horror fiction anthology featuring chilling tales from independent authors, narrated by storyteller Malcolm Blackwood.

Friends & Fiction

Four bestselling authors discuss books, writing, and the literary life with fellow writers and readers.

Sherlock Holmes Bedtime Stories

A soothing reading of Sherlock Holmes stories in chronological order, paired with relaxation music to help listeners fall asleep.

The Book Club

Explores the historical context and author backgrounds behind classic and contemporary books.

Pop Culture Happy Hour

Reviews and discussions of movies, TV, music, and video games from a rotating panel of pop culture critics and guests.

If Books Could Kill

Examines popular airport bestsellers and their impact on readers' thinking.

Myths and Legends

Retells global myths and legends, from Arthur to Aladdin, with origins and tales reimagined for modern listeners.

Myths and Legends

Retells myths, legends, and folklore from around the world, revealing surprising origins and little-known tales of heroes, gods, and magic.

Sherlock & Co.

A modern podcast retelling of Sherlock Holmes' cases through the perspective of Dr. John Watson.

Off The Shelf with Morgann Book

A weekly conversation with authors, actors, and creatives about how stories are developed and adapted from books to screen.

Little Stories for Tiny People: Anytime and bedtime stories for kids

Original stories for children with imaginative characters and gentle adventures, ideal for bedtime or family listening.

Selected Shorts

Actors perform live readings of short fiction, blending literature and performance to explore the human experience.

The New Yorker: Fiction

A monthly reading and conversation with The New Yorker’s fiction editor Deborah Treisman.

The New Yorker Radio Hour

Profiles, storytelling, and insightful conversations are explored in episodes hosted by David Remnick.

The Currently Reading Podcast

Two hosts discuss their current reads and offer genre-spanning, spoiler-free book reviews to help listeners choose what to read next.

Storytime for Grownups

Classic literature read aloud with helpful commentary for adult listeners.

Books, Beach, & Beyond

Authors discuss writing, publishing, and literary life with insights from bestselling creators and industry insiders.

NPR's Book of the Day

A daily podcast highlighting the most compelling new books across genres, distilled into brief, accessible episodes.

Literature and History

A chronological exploration of world literature and its cultural history, from ancient Sumerian texts to early Islamic civilization.

Hello Crawlers - A Dungeon Crawler Carl Podcast

A group discusses the book and audiobook series Dungeon Crawler Carl in a read-along format.

Espiral con Karen Codner

Conversaciones íntimas sobre literatura y creatividad con autores destacados de Hispanoamérica.

You Are What You Read

Adriana Trigiani interviews prominent cultural figures about the books that profoundly influenced their lives.

American Afterlife

A 15-year-old girl searches for her missing mother in a flooded Oregon city after a massive earthquake.

Daring Creativity

Explores human resilience and wonder through interviews with people pursuing extraordinary lives.

What Should I Read Next?

A reader shares their literary preferences and current reads, receiving personalized book recommendations from a knowledgeable host.

The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins, Book Summary, Podcast, English

A self-help guide to reclaiming personal power by letting go of the need to control others' actions and opinions.

The Classic Tales Podcast

A weekly narration of classic literature from renowned authors, spanning global settings and timeless themes.

The Prancing Pony Podcast

A weekly discussion exploring J.R.R. Tolkien's Middle-earth legendarium with depth, humor, and pop-culture flair.

Poetry Unbound

A deep, reflective exploration of individual poems, unpacking their meaning, language, and emotional resonance.

Book Talk, etc.

A podcast offering book recommendations to expand your to-be-read list.

The Literary Life Podcast

A deep exploration of classic literature through slow reading, guided by experienced teachers and lifelong readers.

Fiction Writing Made Easy | Top Creative Writing Podcast for Fiction Writers & Writing Tips

A developmental editor breaks down the novel-writing process into actionable steps for writing, editing, and publishing fiction.

The Shit No One Tells You About Writing

A writer and two agents share practical advice on craft, publishing, and query letters for emerging authors.

Totally Booked with Zibby

Authors and creatives discuss books, life, and personal experiences in candid conversations about creativity, resilience, and storytelling.

Glamorous Trash: A Celebrity Memoir Podcast

Analyzes female celebrity memoirs and pop culture through a book club format.

Jay & Miles X-Plain the X-Men

Jay Edidin & Miles Stokes

Earsay: The Audible and iHeart Audiobook Club

A weekly audiobook club where Ed Helms and Kal Penn discuss compelling Audible titles with authors, podcasters, and special guests.

Classical Stuff You Should Know

Three hosts explore ancient history and classical culture with humor and insight.

Parseh Podcast (پادکست پرسه)

A walk through books, exploring curiosity and reflections sparked by reading.

Pagenerd

Breaks down classic and modern sci-fi novels, discussing their worlds, science, and characters in a casual, accessible way.

Shelf Respect

Three friends analyze and critique books with humor and insight, focusing on both content and cover design.

Sarah's Bookshelves Live

A weekly conversation with guests about beloved and disliked books, plus new releases worth watching.

From the Front Porch

Conversations about books, small business, and Southern life from an independent bookstore in Georgia.

The Book Case

Two hosts explore diverse book genres through author interviews and bookstore conversations to help listeners discover new reads.

The John Batchelor Show

A daily deep dive into global news, politics, history, and science with analysis from New York and international reporting locations.

How I Write

A weekly exploration of the creative processes and habits of today’s top writers, revealing how they turn ideas into finished work.

School of War

Discussions with military leaders, policymakers, and historians on the strategy, history, and consequences of war.

Dr. Creepen's Dungeon

A weekly showcase of original horror, fantasy, and sci-fi short fiction.

LECTURE LENS

Explores core ideas from university courses across disciplines, explaining complex topics clearly and concisely for lifelong learners.

Old School with Shilo Brooks

Intimate conversations with men about the books that shaped their lives and how reading can build strength and character.

Tech Won't Save Us

A critical look at the tech industry’s influence on society and the political consequences of its promises.

The Stacks

Discusses books and their impact on culture, race, and politics with guests, featuring monthly deep dives for The Stacks Book Club.

I'll Read What She's Reading

Three friends discuss books, author interviews, and bookish pop culture with humor and casual commentary.

The Lorehounds

Three hosts analyze the lore, themes, and storytelling of popular TV shows and movies with deep dives and passionate discussion.

Poured Over

A bookseller hosts candid conversations with authors, offering deep dives into stories, characters, and the craft of writing.

Drinks in the Library

A librarian interviews guests about their favorite books and pairs each with a drink recipe for listeners to try.

Ascend - The Great Books Podcast

A weekly exploration of the most influential texts in Western civilization, guided by the Catholic intellectual tradition.

Horror Makes Us Happy

Explores horror fandom by examining guests' lifelong influences and their connections to the genre.

Close Readings

Literary critics and scholars examine key works across genres and periods, offering in-depth analysis of texts and themes.

LPN Deep Dives: Crescent City

Two hosts analyze the Sarah J. Maas fantasy series Crescent City with detailed episode breakdowns and thematic discussions.

Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club

A weekly conversation about books, pop culture, and celebrity guests hosted by a journalist spotlighting bold women and compelling stories.

The Waterstones Podcast

Authors discuss the stories behind their books in conversations that go beyond the page.

Writers on Writing: A Weekly Podcast for Writers, Readers, & Book Lovers

A weekly podcast exploring the art and business of writing, hosted by Barbara DeMarco-Barrett and Marrie Stone.

PlasticPills Critical Theory & Philosophy

A group of PhDs discuss critical theory, philosophy, culture, and politics with irreverent commentary.

The Apocalypse Will Be Podcasted

A fan-driven breakdown of the Dungeon Crawler Carl series with chapter analysis, theories, and lore discussions.

Daily Mass Readings

Daily Scripture readings from the Catholic liturgical calendar, including weekday and Sunday Mass passages.

2 Knit Lit Chicks

Two knitters and book lovers discuss their current projects, favorite reads, and knitting literature.

Amazing Spider-Talk: A Spider-Man Podcast

Two Spider-Man fans explore the character's comics, movies, games, and collectibles.

Inklings Book Club

A book club exploring global storytelling through author interviews and monthly discussions on writing and inspiration.

Gals Guide

Each week, hosts discuss a historical woman, sharing stories and insights in a casual, conversational format.

Thoughts from a Page Podcast

A reader and book columnist shares personal recommendations and author interviews to help you discover your next great read.

The Bibliofilles

Two women explore life through books, discussing genres, themes, and literary culture with depth and curiosity.

Books and Boba

A book club exploring works by Asian and Asian American authors across genres like fiction, fantasy, memoir, and graphic novels.

The Comics Canon

Two critics examine landmark comic book stories to determine which deserve a place in the medium's essential canon.

Tipping My Fedora

A biweekly deep dive into crime, mystery, and noir across film, books, television, and audio.

The Newest Olympian

A first-time reader explores the Percy Jackson books and Riordanverse with fan insights, plot analysis, and Greek mythology deep dives.

The Jeremy Brett Sherlock Holmes Podcast

A deep dive into Jeremy Brett’s iconic portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in Granada Television’s classic series.

All the Books!

A weekly show highlighting and discussing new book releases.

The History of Literature

A deep dive into world literature, exploring great works from ancient epics to modern classics.

Secret Third Thing

Two editors analyze modern online trends, questioning whether they are good, bad, or something more complex.

Magick & Alchemy

Explores witchcraft, divination, mythology, and magick for modern practitioners and earth-spirited listeners.