
Quick Book Reviews with Philippa Hall
Philippa Hall
Thousands of books. No time to waste. No spoilers. Ever. Quick Book Reviews — your twice-weekly reading companion with host Philippa Hall
What it is Quick Book Reviews is a spoiler-free book podcast hosted by Philippa Hall, published every Monday and Friday. Philippa reads widely so busy readers don't have to guess — delivering honest, enthusiastic, bite-sized reviews alongside in-depth author interviews and a friendly window into the publishing world.
This is a warm, welcoming show for readers who love books but don't have time to read everything — and want someone they trust to help them choose what's next.
Format
- Spoiler-free reviews: Fast, honest breakdowns of new releases and upcoming fiction
- Author interviews: In-depth conversations with novelists about plot, character, and writing craft — from global names to indie debuts
- Publishing insider news: Literary trends, BookTok and Bookstagram highlights, and behind-the-scenes publishing gossip
Genres covered Crime · Psychological thriller · Cosy crime · Contemporary drama · Dark academia · Rom-com · Historical fiction · Horror · Romantasy
Ideal for Readers with an ever-growing TBR pile · Book club members looking for their next pick · Anyone who loves hearing authors talk about their creative process · Fans of BookTok and Bookstagram looking for a deeper dive
Genre & metadata
- Host: Philippa Hall
- Format: Reviews / interviews / publishing news
- Frequency: Twice weekly — every Monday and Friday
- Spoilers: Never
- Status: Active and ongoing
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- 480 episodes
- Updated Monday
Episodes480
March 30 · 30 min
March 27 · 14 min10 New Books to Read This Month: The Best March (ish) Book Releases
March 23 · 37 min5 Brilliant Book Recommendations + Publishing Secrets with Alison Barrow (Transworld)

March 16 · 47 minPatrick Gale on Love Lane + Brilliant Escapist Book Recommendations
March 13 · 27 minAndi Osho on Most Wanted: The Housing Crisis, Crime, Comedy & Writing What Feels Real
March 11 · 36 minInside The Hay Festival: What to See, Who's Appearing and What’s New
March 9 · 40 minNadine Matheson Interview: The Shadow Carver, Inspector Henley & Writing Crime Fiction

March 2 · 48 minLisa Jewell on Don’t Let Him In & It Could Have Been Her: Writing Process & Reader Expectations
February 27 · 43 minThe Lost Women: Tim Weaver on 15 Years of David Raker, Writing Thrillers with Heart & Surprising Readers
February 23 · 29 minThe Future of Reading? Wearable E-Readers, Book Trends & Publishing Insider Alison Barrow
February 20 · 33 minAdrift by Will Dean: Control, Claustrophobia, and Writing Psychological Fear
February 16 · 41 minCatriona Ward on Nowhere Burning: Childhood, Horror, Grief and the Truth About Dark Fiction
February 13 · 41 minReading Without Pressure: Book Influencer Jules Swain on Social Media, Burnout & Loving Books Again
February 9 · 48 minNicci French Interview: What Happened That Night + Book Reviews of The Exes and Trust
February 6 · 37 minJennie Godfrey on The Barbecue at No. 9 | Author Interview
February 2 · 52 minHow NetGalley Really Works | Book Reviews & an Insider Interview
January 30 · 10 min8 Brilliant New Books to Read in February | Quick Book Reviews Special
January 26 · 44 minEsther Is Now Following You by Tanya Sweeney | Author Interview