The OwlCrate Podcast

The OwlCrate Podcast is your new favorite corner of the book world—equal parts deep dive and delightful chaos. We’re talking big stories, bigger feelings, and the fandoms that keep us feral. From exclusive author interviews to unfiltered roundtables on reader culture, we’re not afraid to ask the hard questions—or laugh at ourselves along the way. New era. New episodes. Same love of books. Just with the reading gloves off.

The OwlCrate Podcast is a arts podcast hosted by OwlCrate, with 24 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

OwlCrate hosts The OwlCrate Podcast, a arts show with 24 episodes published.

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  Episode #17

  Susan Dennard Puts Readers First

  Jul 30, 202630 minS2

  Award-winning and New York Times bestselling author Susan Dennard joins us to chat about the current YA landscape and upcoming projects! Did someone say Murder Quartet?! We explore how different titles find different audiences depending on the area, especially YA in the US vs in the UK. Then, Suze shares what’s filling her cup when she’s not writing. You might be surprised by the answer! Plus, we give shout outs to our favourite CW shows that continue to indulge and inspire. That’s a wrap on Season 2 of The OwlCrate Podcast! ✌️ Thanks for listening and we'll see you in Season 3! For more bookish content, follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/owlcrate TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@owlcrate Facebook: https://facebook.com/owlcrate Join The Nest: https://thenest.owlcrate.com/ Host: https://instagram.com/theproseandcons Guest(s): https://instagram.com/stdennard/

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  Episode #16

  Mark Oshiro Drops Deep Lore

  Jul 23, 202643 minS2

  Get ready for Mark Oshiro’s lore drop! We get the inside scoop on everything from creating in the Star Wars IP to co-writing with the iconic Rick Riordan, and even working as a music journalist. Mark shares what it’s like to have your work and personal life entangled and the importance of congratulating yourself on your accomplishments. Plus, our most unhinged round of rapid fire questions yet! For more bookish content, follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/owlcrate TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@owlcrate Facebook: https://facebook.com/owlcrate Join The Nest: https://thenest.owlcrate.com/ Host: https://instagram.com/theproseandcons Guest(s): https://instagram.com/markdoesstuff

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  Episode #15

  Daniel José Older Lives in the Moment

  Jul 16, 202630 minS2

  We go way back with New York Times and award-winning author Daniel José Older to learn what it’s like to create in the Star Wars IP after growing up loving it. 🤩 From asking the universe for what you want to knowing when and where to put your energy, Daniel shares the big moments of his career. And with those big moments, how he found the power to radically live in the moment and deal with what’s in front of you. Plus, we get confessions on being in conversation with iconic creators, the real dangers of AI, and Daniel’s least favourite part of writing. 👀 For more bookish content, follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/owlcrate TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@owlcrate Facebook: https://facebook.com/owlcrate Join The Nest: https://thenest.owlcrate.com/ Host: https://instagram.com/theproseandcons Guest(s): https://instagram.com/danieljose1

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  Episode #14

  Marieke Nijkamp Does It All

  Jul 9, 202629 minS2

  We nerd out with #1 New York Times and international bestselling author Marieke Nijkamp on storytelling from novels, to comics, and even video games. ✨ Marieke walks us through graphic novel script writing and the magic of seeing artists breathe life into your words. Plus, how she fills her cup creatively outside of work with other graphic novels and video games! 🎮 Then, we explore the nuance and gravity of writing for YA audiences and some of Marieke’s dream projects! 👀 For more bookish content, follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/owlcrate TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@owlcrate Facebook: https://facebook.com/owlcrate Join The Nest: https://thenest.owlcrate.com/ Host: https://instagram.com/theproseandcons Guest(s): https://instagram.com/mariekeyn/

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  Episode #13

  Suzanne Young Creates Her Own Community

  Jul 2, 202638 minS2

  New York Times bestselling and award winning author, Suzanne Young makes us swoon over Italian villas and reminds us of the importance of community in this week’s episode of The OwlCrate Podcast. Suzanne shares details about the writing retreats she hosts in Italy and the inspiration that comes out of them. From beautiful villa tours to all night dance parties, we’re ready to join her! 🇮🇹 Then we explore the role of ego in writing and Suzanne explains how she’s found the right balance. Plus, we get a glimpse of what she’s working on next! 👀 For more bookish content, follow us on Instagram: https://instagram.com/owlcrate TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@owlcrate Facebook: https://facebook.com/owlcrate Join The Nest: https://thenest.owlcrate.com/ Host: https://instagram.com/theproseandcons Guest(s): https://instagram.com/authorsuzanneyoung

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