Fantasy FanReads is a books podcast hosted by Jess, known on Instagram as Lost Books of Jess. Episodes feature author interviews and conversations with bookish creators about reading. The show has 31 episodes on a weekly cadence, with a median length of about 69 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Weekly fantasy book interviews reaching an engaged, bookish listener base
- Weekly episodes of roughly 70 minutes with author interviews and bookish creator conversations
- Apple Podcasts rating of 5.0 from 161 ratings, a sign of an engaged listener base
- Guests include fantasy authors and bookish creators, placing the show within the reading community
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- author interview, co-hosted conversation, guest discussion
- Tone
- warm, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 55 to 80 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; one episode title notes an ad-free early access release.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Book-focused interviews with no explicit flags or sensitive titles among the last 20 episodes.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | shows.acast.com/fantasy-fanreads |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1886548258 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/69b86dc04266c9b1c78… |
Benchmark score: 83 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Smashing Bookstagram x Steven Walker | 2026-10-13 | 1 h 1 min |
| Hannah Nicole Maehrer | 2026-10-06 | 1 h 20 min |
| Sharing your Joy w/ Kaeli Dance | 2026-09-29 | 1 h 24 min |
| Mental Health and Reading x Nicole from Fantasy Fangirls | 2026-09-22 | 1 h 21 min |
| Raven Kennedy | 2026-09-15 | 1 h 13 min |
| Rachel Gillig | 2026-09-11 | 1 h 7 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 6 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
Fantasy FanReads is a podcast dedicated to sharing what we love most about reading, hosted by Jess, from Lost Books of Jess on Instagram! From author interviews, to discussions with fellow bookish creators, Jess will help warm your reading-loving heart! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Fantasy FanReads
Fantasy FanReads is an arts and books podcast hosted by Jess, who runs the Instagram account Lost Books of Jess. The show features author interviews and conversations with fellow bookish creators, covering topics such as reading habits, book marketing and mental health. The feed lists 31 episodes released weekly, with a median run time of about 69 minutes.
The show is published by Fantasy Fangirls Media Network on Acast, and its Apple Podcasts listing shows 161 ratings with an average of 5.0. Based on those ratings and the show's age, listener numbers are estimated rather than reported, at roughly 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. The audience is likely English-speaking readers, especially fantasy fans, with an estimated skew toward women aged 25 to 34. The feed shows no sponsors so far.
A host-read mid-roll would sit at an estimated $40 to $200 per episode, depending on the final download range. The show suits book publishers, bookish merchandise brands and reading-related product makers looking to reach an engaged niche audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Fantasy FanReads can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Fantasy FanReads
How much does Fantasy FanReads charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Fantasy FanReads has an estimated rate of $40 to $200 per episode for a host-read mid-roll ad, based on estimated downloads of 2,000 to 8,000 per episode. Final pricing depends on the sponsor package and booking terms.
What is Fantasy FanReads about?
Fantasy FanReads is a books podcast hosted by Jess, featuring author interviews and conversations with bookish creators about reading. Episodes run about 70 minutes and are released weekly on Acast.
How do I contact Fantasy FanReads about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked.
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