Well-Read is a book podcast hosted by librarians Ann Cox and Halle Carlson, covering what they are reading, book recommendations and seasonal reading previews. The show has 100 episodes in its feed, released about every three weeks, with a median length near 58 minutes. Estimated downloads are 2,000 to 8,000 per episode (estimated), with a rate of $40 to $200 per episode.
Two librarians recommending books to an engaged, reading-focused audience every few weeks
- Episodes run about 58 minutes, giving room for host-read integrations with context
- Seasonal book previews and year-end lists attract listeners planning their next reads
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.6 from 255 ratings signals a loyal, engaged listener base
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted banter, book recommendations, seasonal previews
- Tone
- friendly, bookish
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 50 to 60 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description and recent titles name no sponsor and the feed lists no funding links.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Recent titles cover book previews, reading lists and pride month reads with no explicit flag in the feed.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | wellread.podbean.com |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id999504241 |
| RSS feed | wellread.podbean.com/feed.xml |
Benchmark score: 19 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Some News and Our Fall 2026 Book Preview Picks | 2026-09-10 | 2 min |
| Episode 176 - NYT 50 Best Thrillers of the 21st Century | 2026-08-23 | 59 min |
| Episode 175 - Reading From Our TBRs Again | 2026-08-08 | 59 min |
| Episode 174 - 2026 Mid-Year Check-In | 2026-07-12 | 59 min |
| Episode 173 - Pride Month Reads | 2026-06-21 | 46 min |
| Episode 172 – Authors We Want To Read More From | 2026-05-31 | 1 h 1 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 39 days ago, a new one about every 21 days.
As librarians, books are kind of our thing. Listen in as we talk about what we're reading, make book recommendations, and all sorts of book-related fun.
About Well-Read
Well-Read is a book podcast hosted by librarians Ann Cox and Halle Carlson, according to the show's feed and its website at wellread.podbean.com. The show covers what the hosts are reading, book recommendations, seasonal book previews and year-end favorites. It has 100 episodes, releases about every three weeks, and episodes typically run close to an hour.
The show holds a 4.6 average on Apple Podcasts from 255 ratings, and its Apple listing lists the show since 2015. Listener figures are estimates: based on the rating count and show age, Well-Read likely reaches about 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward adult readers in the United States. No sponsors appear in the feed.
Estimated rates run about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad, a fit for publishers, bookstores and literary subscription services looking for a reading-focused audience. Sponsorship inquiries should go through the show's contact channels.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Well-Read can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Well-Read
How much does Well-Read charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates are about $40 to $200 per host-read mid-roll ad, based on an estimated 2,000 to 8,000 downloads per episode. Exact pricing is set with the hosts.
What is Well-Read about?
Well-Read is a book podcast hosted by librarians Ann Cox and Halle Carlson. They discuss what they are reading, make book recommendations and preview upcoming seasons of books.
How do I contact Well-Read 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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