The Bookshop Podcast
The Bookshop Podcast is a global literary podcast dedicated to books, authors, independent bookshops, and the world of publishing. Now in its fifth year, the show has become a trusted resource for readers, writers, and book lovers everywhere. Hosted by Mandy Jackson-Beverly, a writer, educator, and literary advocate, The Bookshop Podcast blends thoughtful conversation with a passion for books. Whether you're looking for your next great read, discovering new authors, or exploring the book industry, The Bookshop Podcast offers a welcoming space for anyone who loves books, storytelling, and literary culture. Music created by Brian Beverly.
Episodes
326 episodes
Janelle Brown: What Kind Of Paradise
A teenage girl grows up in a Montana cabin with no school, no neighbors, and one constant lesson from her father: modern life is a trap and authority is the enemy. Then she finds a photograph that doesn’t fit the story she’s been told, and the ...
How A Family Bookstore Became A City Landmark
In this episode, I chat with Andrea and Jordan Minter, third-generation managers of Russell Books in Victoria, British Columbia. Ww trace how a packed Montreal dining room helped spark a business that grew into one of Canada’s most beloved inde...
How A Storied London Bookshop Keeps Reading Personal
In this episode, I chat with Nikky Dunne from Heywood Hill in Mayfair, London.Step behind the door of a London landmark and discover why a great independent bookshop still beats like a human heart. I chat with Nikky Dunne, bookseller-in-...
Smitten On Main
A coastal drive, a hard pivot, and a bookstore built on happy endings. In this episode, I chat with Mae Tingstrom, founder and owner of Smitten Books in Ventura. Mae explains how a former tech professional learned to say no, embrace...
Who Decides What Matters In Books?
This week, I chat with Ann Kjellberg, founding editor of the literary magazine Little Star and Book Post, a bite-sized newsletter-based review delivery service, sending well-made book reviews by distinguished and engaging w...
Lovestruck Books: Building A Community Bookstore Around Love And Literature
In this episode, I chat with Lovestruck Books owner and founder, Rachel Kantor. Rachel traces the thread from her years in classrooms and nonprofits to the moment she opened a shop that treats joy and access as serious cultural work. We dig int...
Thad McIIroy: AI And The Future Of Books With
Start with the truth: technology keeps changing the book world, but the love of reading isn’t going anywhere. That’s our springboard for a rich, candid conversation with publishing analyst and author Thad McIlroy about what AI can actually do f...
Mirta Ojito, Deeper Than The Ocean
In this episode, I chat with author and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Mirta Ojito about her novel Deeper Than The Ocean. This book is one of my top reads of 2026!A century-old shipwreck with no survivors. A journalist haunted by drea...
Rough Draft Bar & Books
In this episode, I chat with Amanda and Anthony Stromoski, co-owners of Rough Draft Bar & Books located at Kingston, New York's historic four corners.What if your favorite bookstore also poured a perfect espresso and ke...
Bruce Holsinger On Culpability, AI, And Family Under Pressure
In this episode, I chat with Bruce Holsinger about stories, community, publishing, teaching, and the craft behind his latest novel, Culpability. Bruce brings a rare lens to contemporary fiction. As a medievali...
Laura Resau: The Alchemy of Flowers
In this episode, I'm chatting with author Laura Resau about her novel The Alchemy of Flowers.A walled garden in the south of France. A woman carrying the weight of infertility and the ache of what might have been. ...
Mary Morris On Maternal Mystery, War Shadows, And Artful Truths
In this episode, I chat with Mary Morris about her latest novel, The Red House.A lost button at an airport. A plaque on a modest olive tree. A red monolith on a hill that once held people in limbo. My conversation ...
Wonderland Books: How Two Friends Built A Beloved Indie Bookstore
Hi, this week I'm chatting with Amy Joyce and Gayle Weiswasser, co-owners of Wonderland Books in Bethesda, Maryland.What turns a bookstore into a place where people feel part of a community? We asked Wonderland Books co-owners Amy Joyce ...
Paul Levine: Midnight Burning
In this episode, I chat with Paul Levine about his new novel, Midnight Burning.A physicist, a comic genius, and a city on the brink—Paul Levine joins us to unpack Midnight Burning, a high-velocity historical thrill...
Noël Stark: Love, Camera, Action
In this episode, I chat with Noël Stark about her debut romantic comedy novel, LOVE, CAMERA, ACTION.Noël Stark has worked in almost every position in the Film and Television industry, both in front of and behind th...
Sara DiVello: Broadway Butterfly
In this episode, I chat with my friend and fellow author interviewer, Sara DiVello. Sara is a thriller author, and creator and host of Mystery and Thriller Mavens, a popular author interview series and interactive Face...
Celebrating Cultural Identity: Inside Philadelphia's Only Spanish-English Bookstore
Step into Philadelphia's only Spanish-English bookstore, where literature becomes a powerful bridge connecting communities and celebrating cultural heritage. The Julia de Burgos Bookstore, named after Puerto Rico's most celebrated poet, ...
Tova Mirvis: We Would Never
On this episode, I chat with author Tova Mirvis about her novel, We Would Never, a psychological exploration inspired by a real murder case she discovered on Facebook.Mirvis reveals how true crime reporting always left her hung...
Saturn Press: The Art of Letterpress in a Digital Age
In this episode, I chat with James Anderson, co-owner of Saturn Press with his with Diedre. The humble greeting card might seem like a relic in our digital age, but as James reveals, these tactile treasures carry meaning far beyond their paper ...
Kendra Elliot: Her First Mistake
In this episode, I chat with author Kendra Elliot about her new novel, Her First Mistake.Kendra Elliot has sold thirteen million books, hit the Wall Street Journal top ten bestseller list more than a dozen times, and is a three-ti...
San Miguel Writers' Conference: Where Global Voices Unite on Mexican Soil
Hi, and welcome to this episode of The Bookshop Podcast!Step into the vibrant literary heart of Mexico with the San Miguel Writers Conference, where cultural exchange and creative inspiration meet in one of the world's most beautiful cit...
From Advertising to Italy: Pinch Me, by Barbara Boyle
In this episode, I chat with Barbara Boyle about her memoir, Pinch Me.After decades crafting commercials and campaigns for global giants like Procter & Gamble and Johnson & Johnson, Barbara was drawn to a completely different pat...
Bookworm Phoenix: Lucy Yu, Owner Yu & Me Books
In this episode, I chat with Lucy Yu, founder and owner of Yu & Me Books. Trained as a chemical engineer, her life took an unexpected turn during the pandemic when grief from losing a close friend led to deep reflection about her purpose. "...
From Medicine to Fiction: Danielle Teller's Literary Journey
In this episode, I chat with Danielle Teller about how her creative journey defies conventional wisdom about career paths. From Yale-trained pulmonologist studying lung disease to acclaimed novelist, her story demonstrates how life's unexpected...
From Kickstarter to Community Hub: Amanda Friss and Parenthesis Books
In this episode, I chat with Amanda Friss, the founder of Parentheses Books, which is nestled in the heart of Harrisonburg, Virginia. Parentheses Books is more than just a bookstore—it’s a space for community, curiosity, and connect...
