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The Book Case

The Book Case

By: ABC News | Charlie Gibson Kate Gibson
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 Are you stuck in a reading rut? The Book Case makes the case for books outside of your usual genre. Wander the aisles of your local bookstore with Kate and Charlie Gibson and meet fascinating characters who will open your appetite to new categories while deepening your hunger for books. This weekly series will journey cover to cover through the literary world, featuring interviews with best-selling authors, tastemakers, and independent bookstore owners. New episodes post every Thursday.Copyright 2025, ABC Audio. All rights reserved. Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
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  • Our Writer in Residence Talks Endings

    Our Writer in Residence Talks Endings
    May 29 2025
    Another installment of our Writer in Residence series, and J. Ryan Stradal is two chapters away from the end! How did he get here? What are his goals as he finishes his latest and most personal book? We find out with great excitement. We also talk to Nefer Book Café owner, Lonna Dawson, who will inspire you to expand your reading horizons. Join us. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned in this week's episode: Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan Stradal The Lager Queen of Minnesota by J. Ryan Stradal Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club by J. Ryan Stradal The Sportswriter by Richard Ford The New Saints: From Broken Hearts to Spiritual Warriors by Lama Rod Owens The Simple Art of Killing a Woman by Patricia Melo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Dave Barry Was And Is The Class Clown

    Dave Barry Was And Is The Class Clown
    May 22 2025
    Dave Barry is one of the funniest writers alive, and he makes it look so easy. How and why does he do it? Enter Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass, his first and probably only memoir which is packed full of laugh out loud moments. It’s also peppered with thoughts on how he got through college, memories of his mother and father, his thoughts on life, people that hate him and where he comes up with his wacky ideas. We love talking with this man. Find out why by tuning in. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: Class Clown: The Memoirs of a Professional Wiseass by Dave BarrySwamp Story by Dave BarryBig Trouble by Dave BarryBest State Ever by Dave BarryDave Barry Slept Here: A Sort of History of the United States by Dave BarryLessons from Lucy by Dave BarryInsane City by Dave BarryDave Barry's Complete Guide to Guys by Dave BarryTricky Business by Dave BarryDave Barry Hits Below the Beltway by Dave BarryDave Barry is Not Taking This Sitting Down! by Dave BarryYou Can Date Boys When You're Forty: Dave Barry on Parenting and Other Topics He Knows Very Little About by Dave BarryGet Shorty by Elmore LeonardBad Monkey by Carl Hiaasen Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    39 mins
  • Richard Russo Talks Life and Art

    Richard Russo Talks Life and Art
    May 15 2025
    Richard Russo is an American treasure. The writer of so many great novels (Empire Falls, Straight Man), we strongly encourage you to read his newest, Life and Art, which is a collection of essays. We know that so many people say, ESSAYS? Yes, essays, and they are spectacular. These are not arguments shoved in your face. These are thoughtful life reflections from one of the great writers of our time, and they should be savored and enjoyed. If you love Richard Russo, please join us as we talk about why art matters more now then ever, and why he believes he had to write this book. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books mentioned on this week's episode: Life and Art by Richard RussoEmpire Falls by Richard RussoStraight Man by Richard RussoThat Old Cape Magic by Richard RussoMohawk by Richard RussoThe Whore’s Child and Other Stories by Richard RussoElsewhere by Richard RussoThe Risk Pool by Richard RussoChances Are… by Richard RussoNobody’s Fool by Richard RussoSomebody’s Fool by Richard RussoEverybody’s Fool by Richard RussoA Tale of Two Cities by Charles DickensRumpole of the Bailey by John Mortimer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    42 mins
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Great podcast. Keep up the good work.
I have always been a big reader & your podcasts are so interesting & inspiring. I love the end when you interview a local bookstore. We have to support local bookstores.

Love ❤️ this podcast

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One of my favorite authors and I adore the Thursday Murder Club series. Kate, you nearly lost me with your suggestion of Tom Cruise for the movie version. Uncharacteristically wrong. Check out the Facebook groups which are casting the movie!

Podcast is almost better than the books!

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Kate & Charlie Gibson talk about books and interview a wide range of authors, many you’ll know, several you’ll be thrilled to learn about. So fun and informative. Recently they visited the Library of Congress and that was a fascinating listen. You know Charlie from Good Morning America (etc) and you’ll be delighted by his daughter Kate who is whip smart and funny.

Book lovers will love this, and less avid readers will be motivated to pick up a book

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I love this podcast! I was quite worried when there wasn't an episode last week.and quite pleased to see an episode this week. Keep up the GREAT work.

I was definitely worried!

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My absolute favorite podcast. I look forward to each new episode! I have read some incredible books because of Kate and Charlie.

A Must for Anyone Who loves to Reaf

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I can't say enough good things about this podcast - it's interesting and helpful and insightful. Kate and Charlie ask for suggestions for how to make the podcast better, and I wouldn't change a thing! I've recommended it quite a few times, but always with the warning - don't listen unless you want to greatly expand your "want to read" list! I never would have found "This is Happiness" without Kate and Charlie, and it was my favorite book (of the 60) that I read last year. I recommended the book to one of my book clubs (yes I'm in 2), and never has a book been more universally loved. Thank you for expanding MY reading horizons! Keep up the awesome work, and thank you for all that you do to make this podcast happen!

Expand your reading horizons!

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