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Steve Bertrand on Books

Steve Bertrand

Booking Overview

A weekly book interview show focused on newly published fiction and nonfiction, typically featuring authors discussing their books, themes, and research. PR agencies could credibly pitch published authors with new releases, novelists, and writers with strong cultural or historical subject matter; booking difficulty is medium because the show regularly books authors but is associated with a major radio outlet.

Metrics

Episodes: 64

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 12.4k subscribers

Instagram: 17.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

comments@wgnradio.com

dmarzullo@wgnradio.com

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Host

Steve Bertrand - Radio host and book interviewer associated with WGN Radio.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Published authors, particularly writers with a current book release and a clear literary, cultural, historical, or social angle.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Current book release, Television adaptations

Recent Guest Discussions

Elizabeth Letts - Fallen For France; World War I; Love, Trust, And Survival.

Joe Bond - Masculinity; Delinquency; Rehabilitation; Halfway-house Life.

Stephanie Soileau - The Mississippi Delta; Cajun Culture; Environmental Threats; The Deepwater Horizon Explosion And Hurricane Katrina.

Imogen Willetts - The History And Decline Of Nightlife And Nightclubs.

Catherine Ryan Howard - Buyer Beware; Suspense Fiction; Television Adaptations.

Recent Topics

Books, Literature, Fiction, Authors, Publishing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Steve Bertrand on Books
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Steve Bertrand on Books: Jack Stewart

September 30, 2026

Long after Tom Clancy’s death, his character Jack Ryan lives on. Clancy died in 2013. Since then, several authors have continued the Ryan series. The latest is Jack Stewart with Pressure Depth. He talks with Steve about Tom, Jack, and his own fighter pilot experience.

Steve Bertrand on Books: Ann Cleeves

September 23, 2026

Ann Cleeves has filled library shelves and BritBox TV lineups for years. Whether it’s beloved Vera, my pet, Shetland, or her new Mathew Venn series, Ann brings the north of England alive. Her news book is The Dying Light. She talks with Steve about her success and how it took 20 years to get noticed.

Steve Bertrand on Books: Jane Hamilton

September 16, 2026

Jane Hamilton is known for her novels A Map of the World and The Book of Ruth. Her latest is The Phoebe Variations, which was nearly 10 years in the making. In this week’s podcast, she talks with Steve about Phoebe’s journey into adulthood and about her own fears that her novel-writing career might have […]

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Steve Bertrand on Books?

Steve Bertrand on Books is hosted by Steve Bertrand. Its publicly listed emails are comments@wgnradio.com and dmarzullo@wgnradio.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Steve Bertrand on Books?

The publicly listed emails for Steve Bertrand on Books: comments@wgnradio.com and dmarzullo@wgnradio.com.

How many listeners does Steve Bertrand on Books have?

Podseeker estimates Steve Bertrand on Books reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Steve Bertrand on Books?

Steve Bertrand on Books typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Published authors, particularly writers with a current book release and a clear literary, cultural, historical, or social angle. Common among recent guests: Published books; Current book release; Television adaptations. Recent guests include Elizabeth Letts, Joe Bond, and Stephanie Soileau.

How hard is it to get booked on Steve Bertrand on Books?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Steve Bertrand on Books cover?

Recent episodes cover Books, Literature, Fiction, Authors, and Publishing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

comments@wgnradio.com

dmarzullo@wgnradio.com

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