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
The Selection
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review a super popular YA dystopian book — The Selection! Email me: [email protected]
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Sat 17 Jun 2023
Forget Me Not
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Forget Me Not, by Ellie Terry! This middle-grade novel is absolutely incredible. You’ll love it! Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 10 Jun 2023
Tweet Cute
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review the amazing YA rom-com Tweet Cute, by Emma Lord! Don’t forget to participate in the Spotify poll this week! Email me: [email protected]
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Sat 03 Jun 2023
Most Likely
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Most Likely, by Sarah Watson! This YA friendship story will captivate readers, and I bet you all will LOVE it! Email me: [email protected]
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Sat 27 May 2023
Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret, by Judy Blume! This incredible book is now a major motion picture, and I bet you guys will love it! Email me: hookofabookpodca…
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Sat 20 May 2023
Far From the Tree
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Far From the Tree, by Robin Benway! This YA book will knock your socks off. Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 13 May 2023
The Hunger Games
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Hunger Games, by Suzanne Collins! This YA a dystopian book is one you won’t want to miss. Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 06 May 2023
Milo Moss is Officially Un-Amazing
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Milo Moss is Officially Un-Amazing, by Lauren Allbright! Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 29 Apr 2023
The Length of a String
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Length of a String, by Elissa Brent Weissman! Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 22 Apr 2023
Running
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review the incredible YA novel Running, by Natalia Sylvester! This is an absolutely outstanding book you will love. Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 15 Apr 2023
Words on Fire
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Words on Fire, by Jennifer A. Nielsen. This historical fiction book is absolutely incredible, and I am so excited to share it with you! Email me: hookofabookpodcast…
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Sat 08 Apr 2023
It’s Boba Time for Pearl Li!
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review It’s Boba Time for Pearl Li!, by Nicole Chen! This is an outstanding crochet/boba-filled book released a little over a month ago — I received an ARC. Email me: hook…
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Sat 01 Apr 2023
Five Feet Apart
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Five Feet Apart, by Rachel Lippincott, with Mikki Daughtry and Tobias Iaconis! This is a captivating YA book about two teens battling cystic fibrosis that I devoure…
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Sat 25 Mar 2023
12 to 22
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review 12 to 22, by Jen Calonita! This is a book that will remind you of the (amazing!) movie 13 Going On 30. I’m so excited to share it with you! Email me: hookofabookpod…
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Sat 18 Mar 2023
K-Pop Confidential
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review K-Pop Confidential, by Stephen Lee! One thing you should know about me? I love books about K-Pop. I have NO idea why. I love this book so much, and I’ve read it thr…
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Sat 11 Mar 2023
Dream, Annie, Dream
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Dream, Annie, Dream, by Waka T. Brown! This is an amazing book about a girl finding her voice. I’d definitely read it again! Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 04 Mar 2023
The Swifts
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels, by Beth Lincoln, with illustrations from Claire Powell! This is a super incredible, unique book that will captivate you. Tha…
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Sat 25 Feb 2023
Restart
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Restart, by Gordon Korman! This is a listener request sent in from my friend Kavya. Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 18 Feb 2023
Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review the thought-provoking middle-grade book Haven Jacobs Saves the Planet, by Barbara Dee! Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 11 Feb 2023
One of Us Is Lying
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review the YA thriller One of Us Is Lying, by Karen M. McManus! Usually, I’m not into mysteries or thrillers, (or anything involving murder) but I loved this book and have…
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Sat 04 Feb 2023
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