The Book Case

Charlie Gibson, Kate Gibson

Booking Overview

This is a weekly literary interview show focused on books, authors, classic literature, and the independent bookselling world, typically featuring published authors, literary scholars, editors, and bookstore owners. Credible pitches include authors with new releases, respected literary historians, editors with distinctive perspectives, and independent booksellers; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need established expertise or a timely book-related platform.

Metrics

Episodes: 227

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Estimated listeners: 10k-100k

Gender skew: Neutral

Location: USA

Contact Information

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Host

Charlie Gibson - Veteran ABC News journalist and longtime broadcast news anchor who co-hosts the show’s conversations about books and literary culture.

Kate Gibson - Co-host who discusses books, authors, literary history, and independent bookselling alongside Charlie Gibson.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium

Typical Credentials:

Published authors, literary historians, editors, independent booksellers, and other established book-world experts with a distinctive perspective or a timely connection to a notable title.

Required Achievements:

Published books, Bestseller recognition, Literary scholarship, Editorial leadership, Independent bookstore ownership

Recent Guest Discussions

Stephen B. Shepard - J.d. Salinger’s Character, Personal Life, Religious Influences, And Literary Legacy.

Kenneth Slawenski - J.d. Salinger, The Catcher In The Rye, And Changing Interpretations Of Classic Literature.

Jennifer McMahon - Her Novel Stay Unburied, Haunted Towns, Writing Process, And The Influence Of Scary Elements In Classic Literature.

Meg Richardson - Adolescent Voice, Contemporary Fiction, And The Experiences Of A Teenage Protagonist Working In A Florida Pawn Shop.

Chris Bohjalian - His Novel The Amateur, Autobiographical Elements, Writing Process, Character Development, And Twist-driven Fiction.

Recent Topics

Literature, Fiction, Publishing, Bookselling, Book Recommendations

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on

The Book Case

Harlan Coben Gives Us a Writing Class

September 10, 2026

Plot Twist by Harlan Coben is a non fiction book that focusses on writing: the desperation, the inspiration, the execution…it’s all here. And it’s compulsively readable and wonderfully conversational, just like Harlan. Join us as we ask him about his tips and tricks, and why there is no substitution for getting your heart and mind on the page. Find books mentioned on The Book Case: ⁠https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/shop/story/book-case-podcast-reading-list-118433302 Books featured in ...

Ashley Kahn and the Wonder of Paul Simon’s Graceland

September 03, 2026

Graceland, by the great Paul Simon, was always a big deal in our house. From the Boy in the Bubble to the Myth of Fingerprints, it was on almost constant repeat, the soundtrack of my childhood. Ashley Kahn’s book, Days of Miracle and Wonder, is a thorough, beautifully researched compendium of how the album was made. A real examination of Simon’s genius, this book breaks down the album and its effects on the music industry and the world. Join us as we discuss a seminal moment in music history,...

Why Catcher in the Rye Still Captures Us

August 27, 2026

We love doing “classics” episodes. And since The Catcher in the Rye is turning 75 this year, it seems that lots of folks in the book world are talking about it and we thought we would hop on board. Our two distinguished guests for this conversation are Kenneth Slawenski, one of the world's foremost historians on J.D. Salinger, and Stephen B. Shepard, a magazine editor who penned a fascinating book on the complexities of Salinger’s character. We hope you will join us in thinking about how our ...

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