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NPR's Book of the Day

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. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for Book of the Day.

Episodes

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Colleen Oakley's new roadtrip novel takes inspiration from 'Thelma and Louise'

12 Apr 2023
8m
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In 'A Living Remedy,' Nicole Chung reflects on anger, grief and failed systems

11 Apr 2023
7m
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Lizzie Stark traces the history and cultural impact of the 'Egg'

10 Apr 2023
10m
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Two books trace enslaved people's journey to freedom in the 19th century

07 Apr 2023
16m
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In 'The Survivalists,' doomsday prepping becomes a way to regain control

06 Apr 2023
9m
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'Demon Copperhead' tackles opioids, poverty and resilience in Appalachia

05 Apr 2023
9m
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In 'Bad Cree,' a horror mystery unfolds in the aftermath of loss and colonialism

04 Apr 2023
8m
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'Meredith, Alone' explores mental health, isolation and friendship

03 Apr 2023
6m
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'Hello Beautiful' and 'Pineapple Street' examine the closeness between sisters

31 Mar 2023
15m
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Patricia Park's new YA novel captures the complexities of race and adolescence

30 Mar 2023
10m
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'I Am Debra Lee: A Memoir' recounts triumphs and challenges as the former CEO of BET

29 Mar 2023
11m
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Fandom acts as an antidote for loneliness in 'Y/N'

28 Mar 2023
9m
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'Poverty, By America' argues America profits by keeping people poor

27 Mar 2023
9m
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Two books warn about the privacy implications of AI and neurotechnology

24 Mar 2023
18m
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'That's hot': Paris Hilton is ready to tell her own story

23 Mar 2023
9m
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Dina Nayeri wants you to question 'Who Gets Believed'

22 Mar 2023
8m
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In 'Dust Child,' the impacts of the Vietnam War are felt decades later

21 Mar 2023
9m
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A new biography of first lady Edith Wilson examines her political influence

20 Mar 2023
7m
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From the Astros to Colin Kaepernick, two books revisit monumental sports stories

17 Mar 2023
17m
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'Your Driver is Waiting' takes a modern spin on 'Taxi Driver'

16 Mar 2023
9m
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