The Book Case
The Book Case, produced by ABC News and hosted by Kate and Charlie Gibson, interviews authors, tastemakers and independent bookstore owners about books outside readers' usual genres. The show has 230 episodes, releases weekly on Thursdays, and runs about 35 minutes. Estimated downloads are 5,000 to 25,000 per episode, with a rate of $90 to $625 per episode.
Reach engaged book readers through a weekly, network-backed literary interview show
- Weekly episodes since 2022 with 230 episodes in the back catalogue
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.7 from 923 ratings, with most at five stars
- Interviews with bestselling authors and independent bookstore owners reach a book-buying audience
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- interview, co-hosted conversation, panel discussion
- Tone
- thoughtful, warm
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 30 to 40 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- ABC News20/20 True Crime+
- Categories promoted
- podcast subscription (network cross-promotion)
- Affiliate links
- No
The description promotes the network's 20/20 True Crime+ subscription, which is cross-promotion rather than a third-party sponsor, and no sponsor mentions were found in the last 20 episode titles.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover literary fiction, history and writing craft, and include a title on online scams, with no explicit flags in the feed.
We classify content, never people. No age, gender, ethnicity, religion or political views are inferred about the creator. Audience figures are estimates unless marked verified. Creators can correct anything on their profile.
Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | abcaudio.com/podcasts/the-book-case/ |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1621128813 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/ESP1398894470 |
Benchmark score: 96 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Yiyun Li and the Music of Writing | 2026-10-15 | 40 min |
| TWO FOR ONE: Robert Kolker AND Chloe Benjamin | 2026-10-08 | 28 min |
| Catherine Grace Katz: the Hindenburg and the Humanity | 2026-10-01 | 33 min |
| Jennifer McMahon and the Allure of Haunted Towns | 2026-09-30 | 31 min |
| Jodi Picoult Talks Hollow Bones | 2026-09-17 | 34 min |
| Harlan Coben Gives Us a Writing Class | 2026-09-10 | 32 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 4 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
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…
About The Book Case
The Book Case is a weekly podcast produced by ABC News and hosted by Kate and Charlie Gibson. According to the show's website and feed, each episode walks listeners through the literary world with interviews with bestselling authors, tastemakers and independent bookstore owners, aiming to pull readers out of genre ruts. The show has 230 episodes, posts new episodes every Thursday, and typically runs about 35 minutes.
Apple Podcasts lists 923 ratings with an average of 4.7 out of 5, most of them five stars. Listeners are estimated to be mainly adult readers, mostly in the United States, though these figures are estimates rather than published data. The show's audience estimate is 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, based on the rating count and the show's profile.
The feed shows no third-party sponsors in recent episodes; the show promotes ABC News' 20/20 True Crime+ subscription. Sponsorship at an estimated $90 to $625 per episode would suit publishers, book launches and literary brands seeking a book-focused audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The Book Case can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The Book Case
How much does The Book Case charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Based on an estimated 5,000 to 25,000 downloads per episode, a host-read mid-roll is estimated at about $90 to $625 per episode. Final pricing depends on the show's current terms and the placement requested.
What is The Book Case about?
The Book Case is a weekly ABC News podcast hosted by Kate and Charlie Gibson. Each episode features interviews with authors, tastemakers and independent bookstore owners who encourage listeners to read outside their usual genres.
How do I contact The Book Case about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80. Boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked as well.
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