Hook of a Book
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: [email protected]
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 9 minutes
- Episodes
- 248
- Years Active
- 2021 - 2025
Throne of Glass
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Throne of Glass, by Sarah J. Maas! This YA fantasy book was a listener request from a Spotify comment, and I am so excited to share it with you! Email me: hookofabo…
00:09:37 |
Sat 04 Nov 2023
Salt to the Sea
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Salt to the Sea, by Ruta Sepetys! This YA historical fiction highlights a historical event that is barely talked about. It’s an absolutely amazing book! Email me: h…
00:09:19 |
Sat 28 Oct 2023
Thieves’ Gambit
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Thieves’ Gambit, a unique YA fiction by Kayvion Lewis! Email me: [email protected].
00:09:16 |
Sat 21 Oct 2023
The Do-Over
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Do Over, by Lynn Painter, the author of Better Than the Movies! This YA romance is a fun, quick read, and I love it so much! Email me: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.…
00:08:36 |
Sat 14 Oct 2023
Six of Crows (with Kavya!)
Today, I review Six of Crows, by Leigh Bardugo, with one of my best friends — Kavya! This fantasy book is one of our favorites, and we’re so excited to share it with you. Email me: hookofabookpodcast…
00:26:30 |
Sat 07 Oct 2023
Scythe
Today, I review Scythe, by Neal Shusterman! This is an amazing dystopian book that was a listener request. Email me: [email protected].
00:08:52 |
Sat 30 Sep 2023
If You Could See the Sun
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review If You Could See the Sun, by Ann Liang! This is a YA academia fiction with an exciting romance subplot. I’m so glad I picked it up at the library! Email me: hookofa…
00:09:21 |
Sat 23 Sep 2023
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before, by Jenny Han! This was a listener request from Spotify user Don’t Worry, Be Happy. This YA romance book is one of my all-time fav…
00:09:19 |
Sat 16 Sep 2023
Shatter Me
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Shatter Me, by Tahereh Mafi! This is an incredible dystopian book that is part of an insanely addicting series! Email me: [email protected].
00:08:57 |
Sat 09 Sep 2023
Divergent
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Divergent, by Veronica Roth! This is an amazing YA dystopian book that will blow you away. Email me: [email protected].
00:08:47 |
Sat 02 Sep 2023
The Do More Club
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Do More Club, by Dana Kramaroff! This middle-grade book will be released on 8/29/23 — thank you to Penguin Young Readers for the ARC! Email me: hookofabookpodca…
00:09:09 |
Sat 26 Aug 2023
Better Than the Movies
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Better Than the Movies, by Lynn Painter! I loved this YA romcom book, and you will, too! Email me: [email protected].
00:09:57 |
Sat 19 Aug 2023
Sunny Song Will Never Be Famous
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Sunny Song Will Never Be Famous, a YA realistic fiction book written by Suzanne Park. I loved this book, and you will, too! Email me: [email protected].
00:09:00 |
Sat 12 Aug 2023
Not Here to Stay Friends
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Not Here to Stay Friends, a YA romcom by Kaitlyn Hill! Email me: [email protected].
00:08:59 |
Sat 05 Aug 2023
A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder, by Holly Jackson! This YA murder mystery is one of my favorite books ever! Email me: [email protected].
00:08:59 |
Sat 29 Jul 2023
Lei and the Fire Goddess
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Lei and the Fire Goddess, by Malia Maunakea! This middle-grade adventure story showcases Hawaiian culture and a whole lot of action. Thank you to Penguin Young Read…
00:08:36 |
Sat 22 Jul 2023
What a Desi Girl Wants
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review an incredible YA novel by Sabina Khan — What a Desi Girl Wants! Thank you to Scholastic for providing me with the ARC. This captivating book will be released on Jul…
00:08:54 |
Sat 15 Jul 2023
You’ve Reached Sam
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review You’ve Reached Sam, by Dustin Thao! Email me: [email protected].
00:09:40 |
Sat 08 Jul 2023
The Inheritance Games
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Inheritance Games, by Jennifer Lynn Barnes! Email me: [email protected].
00:09:19 |
Sat 01 Jul 2023
The Assignment
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Assignment, by Liza Weimer! This is a listener request sent in from Ruchama! Email me: [email protected].
00:08:51 |
Sat 24 Jun 2023
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