
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
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 480 episodes
- Updated Monday
Episodes480
January 23 · 27 min
January 19 · 54 minRobert Thorogood Interview | Crime Writing & Creating Hit Mysteries
January 16 · 45 minAgatha Christie at 50: Poirot vs Marple & Her Greatest Mysteries
January 14 · 47 minThe Reading Crisis, BookTube & Why Reading for Pleasure Matters
January 12 · 38 minDiscover 5 Hidden Gems + C.E. Hulse Talks Twists, Tension & Thrills
January 9 · 36 minSarah Vaughan Interview: Based On A True Story | Truth, Lies and Fiction
January 5 · 31 minYour 2026 Reading Kick-Off: New Year Book Tag + Alison Barrow’s Insights
January 2 · 23 minKindle vs Kobo: Why Use an eReader and Which Is Best?
Dec 29, 2025 · 13 minMy Best Books of 2025: The Unmissable Reads of the Year
Dec 26, 2025 · 41 minBrad Fitt on Pantomime, Books & Boxing Day | A Very Dame Special
Dec 22, 2025 · 59 minInside the Book World: Trends, Launch Secrets & Marisa Kashino’s Best Offer Wins
Dec 19, 2025 · 35 minAndrea Mara: How She Crafts Unputdownable Domestic Thrillers
Dec 17, 2025 · 19 minThe 2026 Thriller Preview: 8 Books You’ll Be Obsessed With
Dec 15, 2025 · 52 minJoe Hill: On Building Worlds Where No One Is Safe
Dec 12, 2025 · 53 minHow Chris Bridges Builds a Thriller You Can’t Put Down
Dec 10, 2025 · 34 minFood, Music & a Christmas Book Special with CARRIE & DAVID GRANT
Dec 8, 2025 · 46 minBestselling author Heather Morris chats about The Wish & The Tattooist of Auschwitz
Dec 5, 2025 · 27 minAuthority and Power in Storytelling with Adrian Tchaikovsky
Dec 1, 2025 · 51 minChristmas book special with Lauren
Nov 28, 2025 · 41 minCrafting Thrillers: Claire Douglas Discusses Her Latest Novels