NPR's Book of the Day

A Books podcast by NPR

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In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less.

Recent Episodes

Colm Tóibín's long-anticipated sequel to 'Brooklyn' is 'Long Island'
Published: May 15, 2024
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Chanel Miller's new children's book follows lost socks in New York City
Published: May 14, 2024
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Rachel Khong's new novel explores who gets to be 'Real Americans'
Published: May 13, 2024
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For Mother's Day, two books that tackle motherhood
Published: May 10, 2024
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In 'Soil,' Camille Dungy weaves together gardening, race and motherhood
Published: May 9, 2024
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Two mothers clash over integration in 'What's Mine & Yours'
Published: May 8, 2024
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Poet Ocean Vuong shares his grief in 'Time Is A Mother'
Published: May 7, 2024
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'The Three Mothers' who paved the way for three extraordinary men
Published: May 6, 2024
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Amy Tan opens up about her birding obsession in 'The Backyard Bird Chronicles'
Published: May 2, 2024
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Emily Henry's 'Funny Story' centers a new character in rom-com tropes
Published: May 1, 2024
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