Podcast
Hook of a Book
Hosted by Ellie Mano · EN
16-year-old Ellie Mano hasn't stopped reading since she picked up her first chapter book at the age of 5. In 2021, she decided to share her love of reading with other kids through a podcast, and lo and behold, this show was born! Each week, Ellie reviews a book she's enjoyed -- from high-stakes fantasy stories to edge-of-your-seat thrillers. The Hook of a Book podcast has gained national recognition for promoting books for kids and teens. Listen to the show to hear fun book reviews, interviews, and more!
Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook
GoodReads: @elliemano
Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
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All About the Banned Book Boxes Project (with Aria!)
2d ago00:19:45Tap to summarizeToday, I interview Aria, the teenage founder of the Banned Book Boxes Project!@tx_bannedbookboxeshttps://bannedbookboxes.wixsite.com/banned-book-boxes?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bioGoodreads: Ellie ManoEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.comInstagram/TikTok: @hookofabook
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What the River Knows
1w ago00:09:21Tap to summarizeToday, I review What the River Knows, by Isabel Ibañez!Goodreads/Fable: Ellie ManoEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.comInstagram/TikTok: @hookofabook
Transcribe →All Things "The Unexpected Afterlife of Salon Rose" with Amy B. Scher!
2w ago00:26:49Tap to summarizeHere is my interview with Amy B. Scher, the author of the upcoming YA coming-of-age story "The Unexpected Afterlife of Salon Rose."Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.comGoodreads: Ellie ManoTikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook
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The Unexpected Afterlife of Salon Rose + Interview with author Amy B. Scher!
2w ago00:36:23Tap to summarizeToday, I review The Unexpected Afterlife of Salon Rose, and interview the author, Amy B. Scher! Join us as we discuss making the switch from nonfiction to fiction in publishing, the true story that inspired this book, and integrating real emotions into writing. https://amybscher.com/the-unexpected-afterlife-of-salon-rose-book-amy-b-scher/https://amybscher.comGoodreads: Ellie ManoEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.comInstagram/TikTok: @hookofabook
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Annie John
3w ago00:09:47Tap to summarizeToday, I review Annie John, by Jamaica Kincaid!Goodreads: Ellie ManoInstagram/TikTok: @hookofabookEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
Transcribe →My Favorite Summer Reads for Teens!
Jul 1800:10:00Tap to summarizeToday, I share the best books for teens to read in the summer!Goodreads: Ellie ManoInstagram: @hookofabookEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
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The Vacation Shift
Jul 1100:09:17Tap to summarizeToday, I review The Vacation Shift, by Lily Chu!Goodreads: Ellie ManoInstagram/TikTok: @hookofabookEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com
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Not Quite Dead Yet
Jul 400:10:01Tap to summarizeToday, I review Not Quite Dead Yet, by Holly Jackson!Goodreads: Ellie ManoEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.comTikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook
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A First Time for Everything
Jun 2700:09:17Tap to summarizeToday, I review A First Time for Everything, by K.L. Walther!Goodreads/Fable: Ellie ManoEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.comTikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook
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Beth is Dead
Jun 2000:09:14Tap to summarizeToday, I review Beth is Dead, by Katie Bernet!Goodreads/Fable: Ellie ManoEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.comTikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook
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