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

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

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

Writers reveal their creative processes and daily habits behind crafting books and stories.

In-depth interviews explore military history, strategy, and wartime decision-making with experts and policymakers.

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

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

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

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

A daily roundtable discussion from NPR on the latest in movies, TV, music, books, and other pop culture.

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

A modern retelling of Sherlock Holmes mysteries through the eyes of Dr. John Watson, framed as a true crime podcast.

A weekly conversation with authors about the real-life inspirations, writing quirks, and personal stories behind their books.

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

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

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

Two sisters discuss fantasy books, analyzing lore, characters, and theories with humor and pop culture references.

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

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

Highlights new books across genres with 15-minute episodes featuring authors and key themes.

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

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

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

Classic literature read aloud with helpful commentary for adult listeners.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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