In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less.<br><br> Support public media by joining NPR+ at <a href="http://plus.npr.org/"target="_blank" >plus.npr.org.</a> You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for Book of the Day.<br>
NPR's Book of the Day
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In need of a good read? Or just want to keep up with the books everyone's talking about? NPR's Book of the Day gives you today's very best writing in a snackable, skimmable, pocket-sized podcast. Whether you're looking to engage with the big questions of our times – or temporarily escape from them – we've got an author who will speak to you, all genres, mood and writing styles included. Catch today's great books in 15 minutes or less.<br><br> Support public media by joining NPR+ at <a href="http://plus.npr.org/"target="_blank" >plus.npr.org.</a> You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including sponsor-free listening for Book of the Day.<br>
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