Anne Carson Wins The Nobel Prize

Jeff and Vanessa talk about Anne Carson's Nobel win, the NBA shortlists, Kirkus winners, recent reading, and much more.

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Discussed in this episode:

Anne Carson awarded 2026 Nobel Prize in Literature

National Book Award shortlists are out

Oprah’s Book Club Announces Its 125th Reading Selection

Half (and quarter) star ratings have arrived at Goodreads

Is there anything to say about Alix Earle?