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Every book Cory Doctorow recommended on podcasts

Guest on The Ezra Klein Show · 2 books · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Cory Doctorow shares book recommendations and cultural observations on the podcast The Ezra Klein Show, engaging with contemporary internet culture, media, and literature. During his appearance, he recommended 'Little Bosses Everywhere' by Bridget Read as his second choice among his reading selections. Additionally, Cory Doctorow recommended a children's book titled 'Jules, Penny & the Rooster' by Daniel Pinkwater, whom he described as his favorite children's book author. Through these selections, Doctorow connects listeners with contemporary storytelling and whimsical children's literature, reflecting a diverse reading palette that spans both contemporary non-fiction and beloved children's authors.

Books recommended by Cory Doctorow

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  1. Jules, Penny & the Rooster

    Daniel Pinkwater · Recommended · 1 episode

    Jules, Penny & the Rooster by Daniel Pinkwater is a whimsical children's book written by one of the genre's most distinctive and beloved modern authors.

    Recommended
    “And then the final book is a kids book by my favorite kids book author ever, this guy called Daniel Pinkwater. And last year he had a book out from Tachyon Press called let me find the title here, Jewels, Penny, and the Rooster.”
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  2. Little Bosses Everywhere

    Bridget Read · Recommended · 1 episode

    Little Bosses Everywhere by Bridget Read is a contemporary nonfiction book examining modern work culture, labor dynamics, and the shifting power structures of employment.

    Recommended
    “My second choice is a book by Bridget Read. It's a book called Little Bosses Everywhere.”
    Where to get it

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Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
We Didn’t Ask for This Internet | The Ezra Klein ShowThe Ezra Klein Show2026-02-062