The Stacks

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Ep. 446 Hope Comes From Knowing Your Values with Min Jin Lee

October 14, 2026

Today on The Stacks, we’re joined by National Book Award finalist, New York State Author Laureate, and best-selling author, Min Jin Lee, to talk about her newest book, American Hagwon. In this sweeping novel, a Korean family is forced to relocate and rebuild after their middle-class life is upended by the 1997 Asian financial crisis. Lee shares how she uses real-life interviews in her fiction, her thoughts on the importance of education, and her approach to remaining hopeful in moments of des...

Ep. 445 What's a Shadow Daddy? with Jess Lee

October 07, 2026

Today on The Stacks, we’re joined by Jess Lee, DEI consultant, friend of the pod, and the reader behind the Instagram, Literary Intersections. We chat about the popularity of romantasy, the meaning of tropes like Shadow Daddies and fae, and why Jess thinks the genre might be making people dumber.Our book club pick for October is Last Chance Live! by Helena Haywoode Henry. We will discuss the book with Jess Lee on Wednesday, October 28th.You can find everything we discuss on today's show on Th...

Ep. 444 Brother, I’m Dying by Edwidge Danticat — The Stacks Book Club (Natalie Green)

September 30, 2026

It’s The Stacks Book Club day, and Natalie Green, Director of Programs and Partnerships at The National Book Foundation, is back to discuss Edwidge Danticat’s critically acclaimed memoir, Brother, I’m Dying. This National Book Award finalist explores Danticat’s relationship with her two father figures—her uncle Joseph, who raised her as a child in Haiti, and her father, Mira, whom she reunited with in the U.S. when she was 12—and the impact of their deaths. Natalie and I discuss why we think ...

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How many listeners does The Stacks have?

Podseeker estimates The Stacks reaches 10,000 to 100,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The Stacks?

The Stacks typically books well-known public figures. Typical guest background: Authors with notable or newly released books, literary professionals, publishing or nonprofit book-sector leaders, and established cultural commentators or reading-focused creators. Common among recent guests: Published books, especially timely new releases; Major literary prizes or critical recognition; Leadership roles at prominent literary organizations. Recent guests include Marlon James, Priya Parker, and Natalie Green.

How hard is it to get booked on The Stacks?

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

What topics does The Stacks cover?

Recent episodes cover Literature, Book Culture, Literary Criticism, Publishing, and Translated Literature. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.