x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Book Review

Journalist and book reviewer Suzanne Perez reviews the latest books and such for KMUW on air and right here. Discover new reviews on Mondays.

arts books

All Episodes

1:38

Nicola Yoon’s ‘One of Our Kind’ is a page-turning...

Book Review ·

2024/06/10

KMUW book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "One of Our Kind" by Nicola Yoon is a fast-paced thriller that keeps you guessing until the very end.

en

1:59

Just in time for summer reading, here are some titles...

Book Review ·

2024/05/27

Some books are just perfect for summer, like “Love & Saffron” by Kim Fey, or a food memoir like “Taste” by Stanley Tucci. Anything by Kevin Wilson works great, as do psychological thrillers like “The Push” or “The Whispers” by Ashley Audrain.

en

1:39

Holly Gramazio's 'The Husbands' asks important...

Book Review ·

2024/05/20

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says author Holly Gramazio scores with her debut novel, "The Husbands."

en

1:38

OK, OK, I finally read Emily Henry. And 'Funny Story'...

Book Review ·

2024/05/13

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says she used to avoid contemporary romance novels. But the latest book by rom-com queen Emily Henry proves what all the fuss is about.

en

1:39

In ‘Grief is for People,” Sloane Crosley mourns her...

Book Review ·

2024/04/29

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Sloane Crosley's "Grief is for People" is a poignant and smartly written memoir that will resonate with anyone who has experienced a personal loss.

en

1:37

‘Wolf at the Table’ is a wearisome look at a...

Book Review ·

2024/04/22

Adam Rapp's newest novel, "Wolf at the Table," promises to be an eerie, serial killer novel but turns out to be a wandering family tale.

en

1:40

'SNL' star Leslie Jones holds nothing back in her...

Book Review ·

2024/04/15

In the audio version of her memoir, comedian and former "Saturday Night Live" cast member Leslie Jones speaks with honesty and emotion about her life and career.

en

1:35

In ‘Somehow,’ author Anne Lamott explores love in all...

Book Review ·

2024/04/08

KMUW book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Anne Lamott's newest book of essays, "Somehow: Thoughts on Love," is just as warm and witty as her past collections.

en

1:40

‘Monstrilio’ explores the grotesque sides of love and...

Book Review ·

2024/04/01

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "Monstrilio," a debut novel by Mexican author Gerardo Samano Cordova, is perfect for fans of "Shark Heart," "Nightbitch," or the disturbingly fantastical movie, "Poor Things."

en

1:39

Rita Bullwinkel’s “Headshot” is an absolute knockout...

Book Review ·

2024/03/18

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "Headshot" by Rita Bullwinkel is a one-of-a-kind reading experience — crisp, lyrical, almost poetic.

en

1:39

‘The Great Divide’ explores issues of race and class...

Book Review ·

2024/03/11

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says "The Great Divide," by Cristina Henriquez, transports readers to the steamy jungles of Panama during the construction of the Panama Canal.

en

1:39

Love Atwood and Ishiguro? Then check out Scott...

Book Review ·

2024/03/04

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Canadian author Scott Alexander Howard's "The Other Valley" is great for fans of Margaret Atwood or Kazuo Ishiguro.

en

1:39

Kiley Reid’s “Come and Get It” offers enjoyable...

Book Review ·

2024/02/26

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Kiley Reid's sophomore novel, "Come and Get It," takes a meandering approach that never quite hits the mark.

en

1:37

Poet-turned-novelist Kaveh Akbar explores addiction,...

Book Review ·

2024/02/19

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Kaveh Akbar's debut novel, "Martyr!", is a touching look at one man's discovery that a meaningful death requires a meaningful life.

en

1:40

Newbery-winning ‘The Eyes & the Impossible’ puts Dave...

Book Review ·

2024/02/12

Dave Eggers' middle-grade novel, "The Eyes & the Impossible," is funny and wise, and a perfect example of a children’s book that appeals to adults as well.

en

1:41

Marie-Helene Bertino's quirky 'Beautyland' defines...

Book Review ·

2024/01/29

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Marie-Helene Bertino's fourth book, "Beautyland," is a love letter to humanity and our universe, in all its staggering and spectacular weirdness.

en

1:40

Kate DiCamillo weaves her storytelling magic once...

Book Review ·

2024/01/22

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Kate DiCamillo's latest children's book, "The Puppets of Spelhorst," is a magical tale that harkens back to "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane."

en

1:40

‘North Woods’ captures the magic of one house, with a...

Book Review ·

2024/01/15

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says Daniel Mason's novel "North Woods" deserves to be on best-of-the-year lists. The sprawling story and Mason’s creative storytelling make it one to remember.

en

1:40

‘Bright Young Women’ takes a female-centered approach...

Book Review ·

2024/01/08

Book reviewer Suzanne Perez says the female characters in Jessica Knoll's "Bright Young Women" are brave and relentless. Their stories propel the novel and make it much more than your average true-crime tale.

en

1:43

Once again, our #ReadICT Challenge can help guide...

Book Review ·

2024/01/01

The idea behind the #ReadICT Challenge is to expand your reading horizons, and maybe push yourself to explore genres or topics you wouldn’t normally read.

en

112 results

Similar Podcasts

Start The Breakthrough Full Audiobook Now, Thriller Fans!

thebookvoice.com

Get Hooked On The Life-Enhancing Full Audiobook Experience!

thebookvoice.com

西四五条

主播郑捕头

Podcast Patapoe

0d0a

On Mic Podcast

Jordan Rich