The Bookshelf

I work in a public library and this podcast keeps me well up to date on books and authors. I base most of my reading selections on this show because the reviews are thoughtful, intelligent and funny. I also love the inclusion of author discussion panels. If you need a good book show- this is my favorite.

Love listening to the hosts and their guests each week talk about the latest in fiction. Discovered many new authors and titles, and always look forward to a new episode.

As an adult who recently became visually impaired, I have become increasingly reliant upon podcasts to keep up with new releases and backlist titles I may have missed. The Bookshelf is a terrific resource. Unlike many other book podcasts, Kate and Cassie (and their guest reviewers) delve deeply into each book. It is obvious that each reviewer has given the book serious consideration as the conversations explore more than just the basic themes and a brief analysis of the characters. But the conversations are fun, not academic, and are geared for readers who enjoy literary fiction. They explore novels from around the world which introduces me to new authors, although some of the titles have not been made available in audiobook format in the U.S. where I live. Just a wonderful podcast- so glad I found it. Thanks, Michelle

I am so glad to stumble upon this podcast. I read tons of podcasts and many of them are intolerable. This is so good.

Perhaps up their with the Good Read podcast by the BBC this may be the best book-related podcast in all of book-related podcasts. And I listen to a ton of book-related podcasts.