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
Eventown
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review a listener request sent in from Clementine—Eventown, by Corey Ann Haydu! I loved this book so much. It was a perfect example of magical realism! Email me: hookofabo…
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Sat 10 Sep 2022
Key Player
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Key Player, by Kelly Yang! This book will be released on September 6th, 2022—I received an Advanced Readers Copy (ARC). This is the 4th book in the Front Desk serie…
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Sat 03 Sep 2022
Sweet and Sour
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Sweet and Sour, by Debbi Michiko Florence! This book will be released on September 6th, 2022—I received an Advanced Readers Copy (ARC). I loved this book! It was pe…
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Sat 27 Aug 2022
The First Rule of Climate Club
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The First Rule of Climate Club, by Carrie Firestone. This is a listener request sent in from Riya. It’s also the sequel to Dress Coded, which I reviewed on an earli…
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Sat 20 Aug 2022
Because of Mr. Terupt
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Because of Mr. Terupt, by Rob Buyea! This was an awesome listener request sent in from Gloria! It’s the story of a class, a teacher, an accident, and acceptance. I …
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Sat 13 Aug 2022
Stand Up, Yumi Chung!
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Stand Up, Yumi Chung! by Jessica Kim. If you’ve ever wanted to be a comedian, this is the book for you! I loved this book so much! Email me: hookofabookpodcast@gmai…
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Sat 06 Aug 2022
You Bring the Distant Near
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review the YA book You Bring the Distant Near, by Mitali Perkins! This is a great book that I’d recommend for all teens. It was truly a fantastic read! Email me: hookofabo…
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Sat 30 Jul 2022
The Canyon’s Edge
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Canyon’s Edge, by Dusti Bowling! This is an excellent novel-in-verse filled with adventure and danger. It addresses important topics while still being entertain…
00:08:42 |
Sat 23 Jul 2022
An Invisible Thread: Young Readers Edition
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review An Invisible Thread: A Young Readers’ Edition, by Laura Schroff and Alex Tresniowski! This is a wonderful, heartwarming, sweet, and most of all, true story about a …
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Sat 16 Jul 2022
Emmy in the Key of Code
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Emmy in the Key of Code, by Aimee Lucido. (Author of Recipe for Disaster!) This is an excellent, code-filled novel in verse that I loved! Email me: hookofabookpodca…
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Sat 09 Jul 2022
Fish in a Tree
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review a listener request sent in from Claire—Fish in a Tree, by Lynda Mullaly Hunt! This is an excellent book that I have read over 7 times—I first heard of it in my four…
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Sat 02 Jul 2022
The Downstairs Girl
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Downstairs Girl, by Stacey Lee. This is an excellent YA (Young Adult) novel that I would definitely read again! Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 25 Jun 2022
Keep It Together, Keiko Carter
Today, on Hook of a Book, my first episode as a 13-year-old, I review Keep It Together, Keiko Carter, by Debbi Michiko Florence! I loved this book, and I think you will, too! Email me: hookofabookpod…
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Sat 18 Jun 2022
The Best at It
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review The Best at It, by Maulik Pancholy! This is an excellent book that entertained me for days. Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 11 Jun 2022
Violets are Blue
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Barbara Dee’s newest novel, Violets are Blue! Email me: [email protected].
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Sat 04 Jun 2022
Ban This Book
Books shouldn’t be banned, and that’s what this book is all about! Ban This Book, by Alan Gratz, tells the story of Amy Anne, a fourth grader brave enough to stand up for the right to read. It will b…
00:08:25 |
Sat 28 May 2022
Unsettled
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review an amazing novel-in-verse by Reem Faruqi—Unsettled! This book about finding yourself in a new country will forever be one of my favorites. It’s reminiscent of Other…
00:09:17 |
Sat 21 May 2022
Five Things About Ava Andrews
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Five Things About Ava Andrews, by Margaret Dilloway. This is a wonderful book about a girl managing anxiety, a heart condition, and being an introvert whose best fr…
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Sat 14 May 2022
Recipe For Disaster
Hey! Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Recipe For Disaster, by Aimee Lucido! This is a great book about understanding your identity. Written in prose and verse, Recipe For Disaster is a book to be c…
00:08:24 |
Sat 07 May 2022
Barakah Beats
Today, on Hook of a Book, I review Barakah Beats, by Maleeha Siddiqui. This book is absolutely amazing! I fell in love with the main character, Nimra, and her journey. If you like music, or have ever…
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Sat 30 Apr 2022
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