Book of the Month Live
Book of the Month Live, produced by Book of the Month, records in-person conversations with authors at the company's New York City headquarters. The show has 181 episodes released about every 15 days, with a median length of roughly 22 minutes. Estimated downloads per episode are 3,000 to 8,000, which suggests a host-read mid-roll rate of about $60 to $200 per episode.
Reach engaged book buyers listening to authors in an intimate New York studio setting
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 331 ratings signals a loyal, engaged listener base
- Guests include bestselling and debut authors, so the audience skews toward active readers
- Biweekly full-length episodes give a steady, predictable slot for host-read placements
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, live in-studio conversation
- Tone
- conversational, playful
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 18 to 28 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- Book of the Month
- Categories promoted
- books and subscription book clubs
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the show is published by Book of the Month, its own brand, and the description directs listeners to an email address for suggestions.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
The feed is flagged explicit (value 1), and the 'Tia Williams, treasurer of the soulmate industrial complex' and romance-novel titles suggest some adult themes in conversation.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.bookofthemonth.com/BOTM-Live |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1623446602 |
| RSS feed | feeds.libsyn.com/466827/rss |
Benchmark score: 73 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Nafissa Thompson-Spires turns the "whodunit" on its head. | 2026-10-16 | 25 min |
| Sarah Anderson asks if a "good job" exists. | 2026-10-08 | 26 min |
| John Green thinks art isn't optional. | 2026-10-01 | 34 min |
| Evann Normandin thinks love is a behavior, not a feeling. | 2026-09-03 | 19 min |
| Riley Sager wrote a quintessential Riley Sager novel. | 2026-08-27 | 23 min |
| Elizabeth Wellington Rollins thinks every block needs a nonna. | 2026-08-06 | 26 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 3 days ago, a new one about every 15 days.
Book of the Month Live is where we get authors out of the pages and into unexpected conversations. In person and off the cuff, with beverages, at our headquarters in NYC. Get a front-row seat to the book party you won't forget. Suggestions or ideas? Email us at BOTMLive@bookofthemonth.com.
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About Book of the Month Live
Book of the Month Live is a podcast produced by Book of the Month that records author conversations in person at the company's New York City headquarters. The feed, hosted on Libsyn, lists 181 episodes released about every 15 days, with a median length of roughly 22 minutes. Episode titles centre on novels and writers' ideas about romance, mystery, motherhood and genre.
The show credits no individual host in the feed or its listing, so the brand itself is the presenter. The feed describes the program as getting authors out of the pages and into unexpected conversations, with drinks and an informal atmosphere. Apple Podcasts lists 331 ratings with a 4.7 average, which suggests an engaged listener base.
Listeners are likely readers and book club members, mostly women and mostly in the United States, though these are estimates only. The feed shows no sponsors. Based on an estimated 3,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll would typically cost about $60 to $200 per episode. The show suits book publishers, reading subscriptions and literary brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Book of the Month Live can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Book of the Month Live
How much does Book of the Month Live charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 3,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is roughly $60 to $200 per episode. The exact price depends on placement and on the terms the show accepts.
What is Book of the Month Live about?
Book of the Month Live features in-person conversations with authors recorded at the Book of the Month headquarters in New York City. Episodes cover new novels, writing process and reading tastes.
How do I contact Book of the Month Live about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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