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“I love this podcast! I love Sarah, Susie and Catherine and I love the guests Sarah brings on. She always asks great questions. There are a wide variety of books reviewed and it’s just a lot of fun to listen to!”
federo999 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/02/24
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“I really enjoy this book podcast! If you are into reading and books this podcast is a must listen. Highly recommend!”
Rose75252 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/22/24
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“Properly informative "bookcast" which delivers exactly its promise: episodes with "bookish" folks - industry, authors, highly attuned guest hosts who love reading, and really listen and react to listeners; evolving the podcast to best suit an audience they truly love to talk to.”Read full review »
Gingham Lemon via Apple Podcasts ·
France ·
04/28/24
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“I like the variety of reviewers and what they prefer.”
Ellens8 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/24
“In a recent patreon episode the host referred to the Israel and Hamas war as Israel vs Gaza.
This is dangerous rhetoric. Not all people of Gaza are members of Hamas. 25,000 innocents in Gaza have been murdered and many are still under rubble
Many of the people in Gaza did not vote for Hamas...”Read full review »
pbmb5000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/11/24
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“I’m following this show because I too couldn’t stand Tom Lake. I’ve been waiting to hear this on every book podcast I’ve listed too. You’re definitely the podcast for me!!”
kmaize via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/21/23
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“I usually like book podcasts. My problem is I had two books on my Kindle , the latest John Grisham and Happiness Falls , after listening to really negative reviews and whet I consider spoilers , I find myself questioning my choices. Negative reviews just cause a reader to feel unsupported.”
Rise 16 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/16/23
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“I always struggle to find where to rate podcasts!
But just here to say that Sarah’s Book Shelves is definitely a favorite.
Love when Susie is a guest.
Y’all are great to listen to on a walk & always help me add to my TBR list.
Always appreciated that not too much of the book’s plot is...”Read full review »
BookMumu via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/23
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“Love this podcast. It's about books, and they share tons of titles! Funny and honest with smart opinions. My favorite book podcast!”Read full review »
sephbrown via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/07/23
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“I love this podcast. Sarah has wonderful guests who include authors of new releases as well as Susie and Catherine who also recommend books. I especially like their preview episodes which help me request books through NetGalley and the library. They recommend a variety of genres. They have...”Read full review »
Mrsh8b via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/30/23
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“I love the diversity of this podcast… wonderful guests….one of my favorite book podcasts”
Tomyhealth via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/23
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“I have just come to love this podcast so much. All my 5 star books come from listening to Sarah and Catherine.
From one reader named Sarah to another—-thank you!”
ProfeHumes via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/04/23
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“I know that this is a bit out there but I just finished the Ramona books, again, and you remind me of a grown up Ramona Quimby. You seem very animated and creative, lively and able to express yourself wonderfully. Your podcast is very engaging. Thank you.”
Drew0275 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/23
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“I love this podcast and get excellent book recommendations from Sarah. Wish it was every week!”
TriciaCapeCod via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/16/23
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“I listened to a few book podcasts and this one came recommended in one of them. I came to it a bit later so I had many episodes to catch up but it’s become one of my favorite ones.
I enjoy Sarah’s efficiency and straightforwardness, she will tell you when she did not love a book and that’s...”Read full review »
Gridoune via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/22/22
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“This is one of my fav ways to get new books! Sarah always has great recs. My favorite episodes are the seasonal book previews followed by the circle back. Love hearing reviews of their previews, not just a prediction!
Also love the audience interview, especially their recs at the end.
Highly...”Read full review »
ashleyqueenofwands via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/22
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“I love love love Sarah’s Bookshelves! She has such a fresh spin on things with different types of episodes - author interviews, backlist deep dives, micro genre episodes, etc. I also love the integration of learning about the behind the scenes of writing and publishing a book. This podcast makes...”Read full review »
hsifekj via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/22/22
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“What I enjoy most about this podcast is that Sarah and her cohosts, Catherine and Susie, aren’t afraid to be honest about their book opinions. Other podcasts tend to tiptoe around so as to not offend other readers or authors. Here’s the thing though: not all books are great books, and not all...”Read full review »
Here for the honesty via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/27/22
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“I have been a loyal listener of Sarah’s for the past three years and am a Patreon subscriber. Her book recommendations and guests are varied. I love the episodes with Susie and Catherine. I also love romance books which Isn’t Sarah’s favorite, but she brings guests on who will talk about genres...”Read full review »
Lady-of-Aquitaine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/08/22
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“For the most part I enjoy this podcast. I think the books mentioned aren’t really books for me. The only problem I have is Sarah always having to say something along the lines of how this book isn’t really literary fiction, or a legal thriller, or whatever. Please stop. Some of us don’t care...”Read full review »
EchoReading via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/17/22
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“The format seems to be a ripoff of What Should I Read Next. But my book taste is more similar to Sarah’s than to Anne Vogel’s so I still listen.”
Leeback via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/27/22
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“Mostly good pod-but conservatives are readers too! And we purchase books-or maybe we will NOT purchase books ghost written by the most recent guest/ghost writer. That episode took a turn at the very end when she went all triggered liberal. Why?”
cg31950 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/30/22
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“However today listening to episode 107 (ghost writer) I turned it off as soon as the guest started to get political naming a book she hated and admitted she never read it. We get enough political talk everywhere else. She shouldn’t have been allowed to do that. I hope that doesn’t continue as I...”Read full review »
Kittens Mittens via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/22
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“I have ZERO interest in political views especially for someone writing for the corrupt Hillary Clinton . Turned off this episode . 👎🏻”
tuned up treasures via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/22
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“I love the episodes with Sarah and Catherine because Catherine is my book twin. It’s a great podcast and I look forward to listening. Keep up the great work!”
NYCPodcastLover via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/22
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“Sarah’s thoughtful reviews and interviews help me read better. Her Patreon community is also amazing, so worth the $7/month to support a woman-run business/podcast!”
MElizS18 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/27/21
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“I am hooked on listening to book podcasts. It’s my happy place. And Sarah‘s is my absolute favorite of the bunch, which is just saying something. I love that she’s not afraid to say she doesn’t like a book and explain why, that she’s quick to DNF a book, that she doesn’t jump on a book bandwagon...”Read full review »
MelEdits via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/09/21
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“My favourite book podcast. Wonderful, interesting episodes and terrific interviews. 5 glowing stars!”
Sue in Canada via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/03/21
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“I’ve listened to this podcast from the beginning, but I’m not sure why. Sarah has a good selection of guests, but so much of it is just Sarah. Shame very quick to dump on anything that’s not in her wheelhouse and she is strangely unwilling to venture outside of her rather small box. However,...”Read full review »
OtterMommy124 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/26/21
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“Sarah asks thoughtful questions of her guests, while keeping it real. She’s smart, funny and always her authentic self. This show is worth the listen every time.”
Katrina in NYC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/21
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“Never annoying, full of book talk, and very frank discussion of books she doesn’t like. Love it!”
ssm1229 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/30/21
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“I love listening!”
brandes95 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/23/21
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“Sarah, host of the Sarah’s Bookshelves Live podcast, highlights all aspects of good books and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!”
malfoxley via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/22/21
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“Good discussion and reviewing. Not publisher-tied or publicly-tour interviews. Example: the review of Early Morning Riser. Not a pan - just an okay book. But also avoided the book’s back cover efforts at making readers feel guilty for not thinking it the best and perfect ‘laugh out loud writing’....”Read full review »
BH lawyer Sydney via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
06/09/21
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“My favorite episode are the book preview ones and the circle back episodes.”
HelenfromSC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/02/21
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“I love Sarah’s podcast because her recommendations are excellent and very helpful if you are thinking about buying a particular book. It is also wonderful at keeping you aware of all the new books that are getting ready to become available”
Nannybec via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/30/21
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“Love getting book recommendations from Sarah! Thoughtful reviews and interviews!”
sherri728 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/28/21
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“Found this podcast in October 2020, and I’ve since caught up on all 82 episodes! I’ve gotten so many great book recommendations, and I love hearing from authors, others in the book world, and of course Sarah herself. I’m sad that I can no longer “binge listen” and have to wait between episodes,...”Read full review »
mrsg527 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
05/07/21
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“Prosecco N Prose | A Book Club Podcast loves Sarah’s Bookshelves Live! We listen to her episodes to help us figure out what novels we will discuss on our podcast. Thinking 𝑇𝘩𝑒 𝑃𝑢𝑠𝘩 by Ashley Audrain may be a novel we discuss in Season 3. You have such a mix, which makes our life just a little bit...”Read full review »
AKH2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/24/21
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“What a great podcast. I’m so glad I heard about it from another book I’d cast I listen to. Lots of great book suggestions and fabulous author interviews!”
CTM485 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/18/21
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“Such a great podcast. I've gotten so many of great recommendation from here. Keep going!”Read full review »
msog177 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/21
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“Here’s a review from a guy! This is a terrific podcast, and one of the few that I have listened to all episodes. I love Sarah’s format here, and that she has a strict no-spoiler philosophy. Also, the great thing that sets this podcast apart is that she has a new guest every episode, so the...”Read full review »
BillyMacD1962 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/22/21
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“Sarah sets the standard - smart, focused, authentic and always a good listen that generates library holds. The round up episodes with Catherine from
Gilmore Guide are my absolute favorites.”
whatishappeningnow via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/28/21
“5-star ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ listening enjoyment of all things books 📚 is delivered bi-weekly by the charming and book savvy Sarah with a side of snarkiness to keep you on your toes.
I discovered her podcast during the pandemic and have been listening to all of her current and back episodes. I even...”Read full review »
happytroyboy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/21
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“Sarah does amazing interviews with authors and others in the publishing world. She brings new perspectives and behind the scenes info that i would never find myself. Her voice is a delight, especially the rhythm. One of my favorite bookish podcasts that i never tire of listening to.”
sarah[; via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/06/21
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“I just love this podcast. I feel like Sarah gets straight to the point and is honest. I love hearing her interviews with authors and people in the industry. Getting insight on books that they love is so much fun!”
haileyoliver via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/20
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“I never miss an episode of Sarah’s Bookshelves Live. Sarah is my go to recommendation source and listening to her podcast has brought so much needed joy to 2020.”
Martha W D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/22/20
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