The 15 Minute Book Club

Ever feel like your reading list is growing faster than your available time? The 15 Minute Book Club is built for that exact dilemma. Hosts Alex Churchill and Matt Bone have created a brisk, engaging format where authors are essentially on the clock. Each episode is a compact, fifteen-minute conversation where a writer has to pitch their new book directly to you. The pace is quick and the style is conversational, pulling from categories like Arts, History, and News to find compelling stories. But there’s a twist: with just sixty seconds remaining, an alarm sounds. That’s when Alex and Matt present what they imagine would be the internet’s cruelest or most dismissive take on the book, giving the author a final, often revealing chance to respond. It’s a unique blend of interview and gameshow that cuts to the heart of a book’s appeal and its potential criticisms. For supporters, the conversation doesn’t have to end so abruptly, as Patreon members receive an extended cut. This podcast delivers a concentrated dose of literary discussion, perfect for a commute or a short break, proving you don’t need a free hour to discover your next great read.