Book Riot - The Podcast

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 Shinsky.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 diverse readers and across all genres.

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Sep 9, 2024 • 1h 22min

NaNoWriMo's AI Controversy, The Internet Archive Loses in Court, Recent Reading, and Other Book News of the Week

Jeff and Rebecca mull NaNoWriMo's AI blunder, note the passing of Len Riggio, talk about recent reading, and much more.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter!Check out the Book Riot Podcast Book Page on Thriftbooks!The Book Riot Podcast PatreonDiscussed in this episode:Big Five Publishing & Authors Guild Sue Over New Florida Book Banning LawNaNoWriMo maybe blew itself up over AI statement?Disney pauses Graveyard Book adaptation amid sexual assault allegations against Neil GaimanFollow-up: court upholds decision against Internet Archive, a win for major publishersRebecca was on Drinks in the Library to talk about Four Thousand Weeks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 4, 2024 • 49min

Breaking Down Obama's Summer Reading List, NYT's Article on Publishing Departures, Anthropic's Legal Challenge, and More

Jeff and Rebecca are back to talk about Obama's summer reading list, what is new and what isn't in a New York Times article about recent publishing layoffs, the state of LLM legal disputes, and more.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter!Check out the Book Riot Podcast Book Page on Thriftbooks!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Discussed in this episode:The Book Riot Podcast PatreonAuthors sue Anthropic Obama’s summer reading listHow the Push to Diversify Publishing Fell ShortNew research: most Americans oppose book bansTwo DeSantis-appointed school board members defeated in Broward County, FLMina's MatchboxOn the EdgeSomeone Like UsA Well-Trained WifeAn Honest Woman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 21, 2024 • 1h 27min

THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION at 30

Celebrate 30 years of The Shawshank Redemption as the hosts dive into its origins in Stephen King’s novella. They explore the profound themes of hope, friendship, and rehabilitation within a prison setting. Discover the contrast between the novella and film adaptations, including character dynamics and societal impacts. Emotional connections between Andy and Red underscore the narrative's depth. Reflect on the film’s legacy and its enduring cultural significance while unpacking the realism of prison life and the transformative power of storytelling.

Aug 19, 2024 • 49min

The List of the Best-Selling Books in the UK from the Last 50 Years is Wild.

Vanessa joins Jeff to stare slack-jawed at a list of the best-selling books from the last five decades in the UK, talk about recent book-banning news, wince at some PR pack-ins, and more. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter!Check out the Book Riot Podcast Book Page on Thriftbooks!Discussed in this episode:The Book Riot Podcast PatreonThe 100 bestselling books of the past 50 years High school shuts down its library because of book-banning state law One Year After DeSantis Takeover, Florida’s New College Throws Out Hundreds of LGBTQ+ BooksWalmart Celebrates Emily Henry Adapter Yulin Kuang’s Spicy Debut Novel With Limited-Edition Hot SauceBlake Lively and Justin Baldoni Highlight Domestic Violence in It Ends With Us After Backlash Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 9, 2024 • 1h 1min

We Saw IT ENDS WITH US So You Don't Have To

Rebecca is joined by Book Riot's intrepid managing editor Vanessa Diaz for a conversation about the new adaptation of Colleen Hoover's It Ends With Us, starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter!Join us on Patreon for access to early, ad-free listening and bonus content.This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 7, 2024 • 1h 12min

The Bookish Movies of 1999

Looking back at one of the great movie years for book lovers: 1999.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter!Check out the Book Riot Podcast Book Page on Thriftbooks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aug 5, 2024 • 1h 4min

Project 2025's Impact on Books and Education, Spotify Adds to Catalog, a Little Time on the Soap Box, and More

Jeff and Rebecca tour the week in books, check in with Project 2025's dastardly plans and Spotify's continued growth, enjoy a little rant time, and much more.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter!Check out the Book Riot Podcast Book Page on Thriftbooks!This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Discussed in this episode:The Book Riot Podcast PatreonWhat is Going on with Book Sales? Episode of First EditionCourt approves Barnes & Noble purchase of Tattered CoverFare thee well, Edna O’BrienRIP Francine PascalLiz Moore signs Sony deal for Long Bright River and God of the WoodsThe Booker Prize longlistSpotify adds 1,000 audiobooks from publishers distributed by IngramJennifer Wilson’s tweetProject 2025’s impact on libraries, books, and readingThe Bear by Julia PhillipsLiars by Sarah MangusoGreat Expectations by Vinson CunninghamState of Paradise by Laura Van Den Berg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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