
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
Sep 26, 2025 · 36 min
Sep 22, 2025 · 53 minI chat to Alison Barrow & interview Kate Kemp
Sep 19, 2025 · 37 minJanice Hallett chats Food & Fiction
Sep 15, 2025 · 40 minInterview with author M L Rio (Food & Fiction series)
Sep 12, 2025 · 42 minKen Follett talks about food & fiction
Sep 9, 2025 · 26 minDan Brown interview
Sep 5, 2025 · 43 minBooks I highly recommend & Julie Leong Interview
Sep 1, 2025 · 40 minWe talk food & fiction with Paula Hawkins
Aug 25, 2025 · 32 minSummer Special Interview: Adele Parks
Aug 18, 2025 · 30 minSummer Special: Mark Billingham
Aug 11, 2025 · 35 minSummer Special: M W Craven
Aug 4, 2025 · 33 minSummer Special: Steve Cavanagh
Aug 1, 2025 · 39 minRebecca Thorne interview & Bloody Scotland Crime Festival chat with Ambrose Parry
Jul 28, 2025 · 50 minFiona Cummins full interview & A J West catch-up
Jul 25, 2025 · 30 minFantasy Friday: I interview Leigh Radford about One Yellow Eye
Jul 21, 2025 · 51 minGeorgina Moore, Nicola Williams & 3 top books!
Jul 18, 2025 · 14 minBooks I'm excited about being published soon
Jul 14, 2025 · 49 minAlison Barrow, Rebecca Wait & 3 books reviewed
Jul 11, 2025 · 26 minFantasy Friday: Interview with Elise Kova
Jul 7, 2025 · 43 minSteph McGovern interview & 5 star reads