33 Best Women Authors Podcasts

1. Bookshelfie: Women's Prize Podcast

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The podcast that asks women with lives as inspiring as any fiction, to share the five books by women that have shaped them. Join Vick Hope, multi-award winning TV and BBC Radio 1 presenter, author and journalist, and her inspirational guests as they celebrate the best books written by women, sharing their creativity, voices, and perspectives. The Women's Prize for Fiction is the biggest celebration of women's creativity in the world and has been running for over 30 years. Sit back and enjoy.more Host Vick Hope
Producer/Network Women’s Prize Podcast/ Bird Lime Media
Email ****@womensprizeforfiction.co.uk
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Recent Guests Hannah Murray, Emma Grede +14 more
Apple Rating 4.7/5Apple Reviews 475Facebook 57.5KTwitter 84.3KInstagram 160.2K Avg Length 54 min Format Long form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. Lost Ladies of Lit

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A book podcast hosted by writing partners Amy Helmes and Kim Askew. Guests include biographers, journalists, authors, and cultural historians discussing lost classics by women writers. You can support Lost Ladies of Lit by visiting https://www.patreon.com/c/LostLadiesofLit339 .more Hosts Amy Helmes, Kim Askew
Producer/Network Amy Helmes & Kim Askew
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Jennifer Morag Henderson, Sara Kippur +11 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 107Twitter 966Instagram 2.2K Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

3. Writes4Women

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Writes4Women is all about celebrating women's voices and supporting women writers. It's about writing the voice, reading the voice and being the voice. Every week host Pamela Cook, or a special guest host, interviews an outstanding female, trans or non-binary author about their books, writing process and life. Transcript available via the Writes4Women website. Video of most episodes available on the Writes4Women youtube channel. You can find out more about Writes4Women at www.writes4women.commore Host Pamela Cook
Producer/Network Writes4Women
Email ****@pamelacook.com.au
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Sarah Winman, Favel Parrett +1 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 97Facebook 2.2KTwitter 243Instagram 2.3K Avg Length 58 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

4. Babes in Bookland

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A podcast celebrating women's memoirs, one story at a time!
Host Alex Frnka
Producer/Network Alex
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Cassidy Gard, Colette +21 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 60 Avg Length 52 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

5. Heart of the Story

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Author and writing coach Nadine Kenney Johnstone shares interviews with today's top women writers, including Jen Hatmaker, Catherine Newman, Maggie Smith, Molly Wizenberg, Abigail Thomas, Dr. Hillary McBride, Emily P. Freeman, Laura Tremaine, Sari Botton, Francesca Royster, Susan Piver, Jane Friedman, Mae Yoshikawa, and more. Nadine also shares her own stories of healing, hope, and following her heart.more Producer/Network Nadine Kenney Johnstone
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Molly Wizenberg, Hallie Bateman +4 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 18 Avg Length 36 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

6. Forthwrite

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Welcome to Forthwrite, a podcast about creative writing with, for and by women. Formerly called Writing Around The Kids.Hosts Anna and Sam chat to a variety of brilliant women writers about their creative process. From finding inspiration to the nitty gritty of the writing/life balance.more Producer/Network Forthwrite; creative writing with, for and by women
Email ****@forthwrite.uk
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Amita Murray, Roisin Maguire +8 more
Apple Reviews 4 Avg Length 33 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Strong Women, Strange Worlds

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Our mission is to elevate the voices of women and other underrepresented gender identity authors of science fiction, fantasy, and horror; to highlight stories featuring strong female and non-binary characters; and to share these stories with readers of all ages.Speculative Fiction Authors, want to get in on the action? Fill out this form to indicate interest in reading with us.https://forms.gle/ovFJ83okTJpsiRrZ7more Producer/Network Strong Women
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8. She Wrote Too

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She Wrote Too is a podcast celebrating the work of female writers of the 19th and early 20th centuries, with an emphasis on those who have been neglected by history. Join hosts Nicola Morgan and Caroline Rance as they unearth some fascinating literature by remarkable women. shewrotetoo.substack.commore Producer/Network Celebrating the fabulous women writers that have gone before us.
Email ****@substack.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Jenn Gale, Hibo Wardere
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 42 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

9. Black Writer Therapy Podcast

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Welcome to the Black Writer Therapy Podcast, a vibrant space for Black women writers to gather, sip tea, and explore the healing power of writing. Join us for candid conversations about the unique experiences and challenges Black authors face in an industry often centered on whiteness.This podcast celebrates the voices and stories of Black women through authentic discussions that foster healing, joy, and sisterhood. Whether you're an established author, an aspiring writer, or a reader who loves books by and about Black women, you'll find inspiration and support here.Our community thrives on the wisdom and experiences of Black women writers, making it a rich resource for book bloggers, bookstagrammers, and boo..more Host Ella Shawn
Email ****@gmail.com
Recent Guests Vonetta Rain, Latasha Crystal +6 more
Apple Rating 4/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 70 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

10. Coffee With Ella

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Coffee with Ella is an intimate conversation series with Black women authors, tastemakers, bookworms and those shaping literary culture, exploring creativity not just in what we make, but in how we live. Hosted by writer and founder of Espresso Press, Ella Achola, each episode goes behind the work and into the creative life itself — the choices, experiments, detours and ordinary days that shape who we become, on and off the page.more Producer/Network Ella Achola
Email ****@coffeewithella.com
Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

11. Writing Funny

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Writing Funny is a podcast for and about witty women writers.Comedian, author and actress Helen Lederer and author Chrissie Manby chat about how to write, where to write, when to write and the holy grail for every writer: how to find an agent and get published.Each week, Helen and Chrissie hear from authors shortlisted for the Comedy Women in Print Prize, who reveal the habits, quirks and secrets behind their work.Writing Funny celebrates the joy, chaos and creativity of being a writer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Producer/Network Comedy Women in Print / WPP Production
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 20 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

12. Well Read Women

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Welcome to the Well Read Women podcast!Well Read Women is a U.K based book subscription service and online bookshop celebrating brand new and established female authors.At Well Read Women, we have one mission: to deliver books that truly earn a place on your shelf. Our small team is made up of dedicated, passionate bookworms who sift through the buzziest new releases, uncover hidden gems, and champion new and emerging voices in fiction with a mission to bring the very best books straight to your doorstep.On this podcast, you'll hear exclusive conversations with the authors behind our monthly..more Email ****@outlook.com
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13. I Read It On A Podcast

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I Read It On A Podcast is a guide through some of the top non-fiction books written by female authors. Meg Harris is that nerdy, funny friend at the bar giving you the anecdotal sparknotes on why humans swim, the history of gossip, and the girly pop version of wealth management. Joined by local Chicago comedians and friends, the show spills the tea through your TBR.more Producer/Network Meg Harris
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6 Avg Length 53 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. The Medieval Women's Writing Podcast

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Join medieval women's writing experts, Professor Diane Watt and Dr Amy Louise Morgan and novice of all things medieval, Dr Sarah Wingrove as they navigate England through the lives and words of various women writers. Each episode, discover more from a different researcher about the writers and the English locations associated with them. The Medieval Women's Writing Podcast is produced by Dr Sarah Wingrove, with music created by Gabriel Swarbrick. The podcast is created as part of the ESRC IAA funded project, 'Mapping Medieval Women Writers' at the University of Surrey.more Get Email Contact

15. Words Fall In - Segullah Podcast

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Melonie Cannon interviews LDS women writers and poets for Segullah Literary Magazine.
Producer/Network Melonie Cannon
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16. Remembrance

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Hello, my name is Jessica McGuire and I'm a college student attending school in the St. Louis area. In this podcast, I will be exploring the lives and works of three 18th century female authors.If anyone would like to share any helpful information you are welcome to reach out to me at ****@gmail.commore Producer/Network Jessica McGuire
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17. Reading Women

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Reading Women releases new episodes every Wednesday. Each month features two episodes on the same theme—one highlighting a range of titles and one discussing two titles more in depth—and two author interviews with women writers whose work we've loved.more Hosts Sachi Argabright, Jaclyn Masters, Sumaiyya Naseem
Producer/Network Reading Women
Email ****@readingwomenpodcast.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 391Facebook 4.3KTwitter 4.1KInstagram 200.9K Avg Length 40 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

18. Anonymous Was A Woman Podcast

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Anonymous Was A Woman with Jamila Rizvi and Astrid Edwards is a conversation on books by, and about, women. Join our discussion using hashtag #AnonymousWasAWomanPod , and don't forget to follow Jamila (on Instagram and Twitter ) and Astrid (also on Instagram and Twitter ). This podcast is brought to you by Future Women and Hachette Australia . The podcast is produced by Bad Producer Productions .more Hosts Jamila Rizvi, Astrid Edwards
Producer/Network Future Women
Email ****@futurewomen.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 10k-50k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 170 Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

19. Females in Fantasy

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NOTE: This podcast has moved to: https://anchor.fm/females-in-fantasyA podcast elevating the voices of women authors of science fiction and fantasy who write about kickass heroines.
Producer/Network Avolation Media
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 27Facebook 314KTwitter 232.4KInstagram 329.6K Avg Length 39 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

20. Black Chick Lit

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Black Chick Lit is a twice-monthly podcast that talks books by and for black women. Join Dani and Mollie as they talk prose, drink wine and laugh at their own jokes.
Hosts Danielle, Mollie
Email ****@blackchicklit.com
Twitter 4.6KInstagram 5K Avg Length 83 min Format Long form Since Aug 2016 Get Email Contact

21. The Book Podcast

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The inside story of books from new and established Australian women writers of all genres. Listen via thebookpodcast.com or on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.more Host Rosemary Puddy
Email ****@gmail.com
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22. Women In Word World

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A podcast where I, Shreya Ghosh, talk about women writers. This podcast is an attempt to make you fall in love with all the wonderful women writers out there by giving you a sneak peek into their world.more Producer/Network Shreya Ghosh
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23. Writing Women Podcast

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After finishing an English Literature degree at the beginning of the pandemic, writer and podcaster Holly Miller has decided to not read any more books written by men. This is a female literary podcast where Holly gets to talk about Women Writing books!more Producer/Network Holly Miller
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Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2 Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

24. Femme Fatale

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Femme Fatale is a literary character defined as a conniving seductress, someone who cannot be trusted. In the fantasy and science fiction genres, male authors far outnumber the women and their names are more widely recognized. It's time to change that. Femme Fatale is a podcast about the female authors of the fantasy and science fiction world, where their life and works will be celebrated. It's time to change the way women are viewed in literature.more Producer/Network Moya Bonzelaar
Email ****@gmail.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 2Facebook 2.5KTwitter 14.8KInstagram 1.8K Avg Length 46 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

25. LEMBA: The Africana Authors Space

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LEMBA, meaning 'to write' in Bemba, represents a groundbreaking initiative to amplify the voices of talented African women writers, offering a platform where their stories, perspectives, and creativity can shine. The show presents the unique view of accomplished female African authors, providing insights into their creative processes, inspirations, and the stories behind their works., creating an immersive experience for listeners eager to discover the rich tapestry of African literature.It is dedicated to celebrating and spotlighting the remarkable contributions of female African authors to..more Producer/Network Africana Woman Network
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26. The CWIP Podcast

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Comedy Women In Print is the brainchild of comedian, author, actress Helen Lederer. Its aim is to recognise, celebrate and encourage witty women authors. We've created a platform for both aspiring and established witty writers. CWIP not only offers a publishing deal with Harper fiction to a NEW witty writer, but it also gives mega publicity and respect to the BEST funny fiction around. In the CWIP Podcast Helen Lederer and Tom Price talk to and about female witty writers. In audio form. Not print. Obviously. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.more Producer/Network Hogarth Studios
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27. Readers on Writers

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Audiobook narrator Ferdelle Capistrano interviews female authors she has narrated for. We dive into the mind of the writer to impart inspiration and knowledge to other young readers, fans and future writers. Sharing more stories to those of us who love to read and love to write.more Producer/Network Ferdelle Capistrano
Apple Rating 5/5 Avg Length 88 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

28. Her Voice: Ladies who write

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This is a series for those interested in learning more about women writers, intellectuals and activists, women who deserve to be known better than they are. Episodes of the podcast were written and presented by students at the University of Toronto enrolled in a course devoted to the study of women writers in the history of political thought. The podcast is inspired in part by Christine de Pizan's Book of the City of Ladies (1405).more Producer/Network Professor Rebecca Kingston and POL303 students
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 8 Avg Length 21 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

29. Excerpts Podcast

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The ocean of literature is vast and ever changing. Excerpts explores the works of lesser known, black female authors, shining a light on their existence. Exploring a wide variety of genres and voices, we'll deep dive into the creative minds whose voices are the uncharted waters of imagination.more Producer/Network Gloria Hollins
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30. Women Aloud NI Podcasts

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Women writers talking to women writers about their journey into writing, their books and their craft.
Producer/Network Women Aloud NI
Avg Length 26 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

31. #StrongWomenWrite

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#StrongWomenWrite is a unique literary organization for female authors who want to Write Better Fight Scenes, Strong Female Characters, and call attention to their work. Our podcast will connect you with women writers at various stages who will share their writing, their journey, & inspire you with tangible ways to create the write-life you desire. Visit our website for more about us, events, or to become a guest or sponsor.more Producer/Network Khrys Vaughan
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32. 52weeks52books52women

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So many books, so little time. Companion podcast to 52weeks52books52women.com. Interviews with women writers about their books.
Producer/Network Madhulika Sikka
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 3 Avg Length 19 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

33. The Australian Women Writers Podcast

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Every fortnight we talk to new and established Australian female writers about their work, their lives and this pesky thing called writing.
Producer/Network The AWW Team
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