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Book Riot

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 diverse readers and across all genres.

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Sep 25, 2024 • 56min

Is It Good?: INTERMEZZO by Sally Rooney

Jeff and Rebecca debut a new format, "Is It Good?," with the most-hyped book of the fall: Intermezzo by Sally Rooney. 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 PatreonThis content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Discussed in this episode:Intermezzo by Sally RooneyWhat People Are Saying About The New Sally Rooney Book Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 2024 • 55min

Notes from a Trip to New York, Recent Reading, and Amanda Litman from RUN FOR SOMETHING

Jeff and Rebecca talk about their time in New York last week, recount some recent reading, and then Rebecca talks with Amanda Litman from Run for Something.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 PatreonThis content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Discussed in this episode:Run for SomethingEntitlement by Rumaan AlamCatalina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 18, 2024 • 58min

Power-Ranking the Books of 2004

Jeff and Rebecca turn the time-machine dial to "2004" to pick the 10 books from that year that mattered the most.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 PatreonThis content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.Discussed in this episode:GileadThe Plot Against AmericaHe's Just Not That Into YouWhat's the Matter with Kansas?Alexander Hamilton In the Shadow of No TowersSnow by Orham PamukAfter Dark by Haruki MurakamiCloud AtlasJonathan Strange and Mr. NorrellTransmission by Hari KunzruMy Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 2024 • 1h 3min

The 2024 National Book Award Longlist, GOOD OMENS Season Three 'Paused,' Rachel Kushner's CREATION LAKE, and More

This week, Jeff and Rebecca discuss the 10 selections for The National Book Awards Fiction Longlist along with their mostly wrong guesses, Good Omens production pauses amid the accusations against Neil Gaiman, Rachel Kushner's Creation Lake, and an author interview chestnut we would like to see roasted, once and for all.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:Production paused on Good Omens series due to allegations against Neil GaimanNational Book Awards Fiction LonglistBig Publishing Saw Earnings Rebound in H1How Historical Fiction Redefined the Literary Canon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 12, 2024 • 1h 5min

Fall Adaptation Preview

Jeff, an expert on book adaptations, and Rebecca, a literary commentator, dive into the bustling fall adaptation scene. They pay tribute to the legendary James Earl Jones, reminiscing about his profound impact in film. Discussions include the challenges of adapting modern classics, the cultural significance of upcoming shows like 'Pachinko' and 'Uglies,' and the societal themes explored through adaptations like 'The Nickel Boys.' The duo blends nostalgia with fresh insights on how literature continues to shape contemporary media.

Sep 9, 2024 • 1h 19min

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 • 46min

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

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