Ellie Mano

Hook of a Book

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16-year-old Ellie Mano hasn't stopped reading since she picked up her first chapter book at the age of 5. In 2021, she decided to share her love of reading with other kids through a podcast, and lo and behold, this show was born! Each week, Ellie reviews a book she's enjoyed -- from high-stakes fantasy stories to edge-of-your-seat thrillers. The Hook of a Book podcast has gained national recognition for promoting books for kids and teens. Listen to the show to hear fun book reviews, interviews, and more! Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabookGoodReads: @elliemanoEmail: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

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Ellie Mano

Episodes

Rosa by Any Other Name 23.08.2025 8:28

Today, I review Rosa by Any Other Name, by Hailey Alcaraz! Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook

Fateless 16.08.2025 8:48

Today, I review Fateless, by Julie Kawaga! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Instagram: @hookofabook

The Rebel Girls of Rome 09.08.2025 8:18

Today, I review The Rebel Girls of Rome, by Jordyn Taylor! Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Goodreads/Fable/Spotify: Ellie Mano

All Things "Assistant to the Villain" with Hannah Nicole Maehrer! 02.08.2025 29:19

Here is a Spotify-exclusive video of my interview with Hannah Nicole Maehrer, the #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of Assistant to the Villain! Join us as we discuss BookTok, anti-heroes, and more!

Assistant to the Villain + Interview with Hannah Nicole Maehrer! 02.08.2025 38:46

Today, I had the amazing opportunity to interview the author of the BookTok-viral Assistant to the Villain series, Hannah Nicole Maehrer! If you want to watch the interview with video included, it is available on Spotify! Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

The Last Tiger 26.07.2025 9:07

Today, I review The Last Tiger, by Julia and Brad Riew! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Instagram: @hookofabook Spotify: Ellie Mano

Family of Liars 19.07.2025 8:29

Today, I review Family of Liars, by E. Lockhart! Goodreads/Fable/Spotify: Ellie Mano Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea 12.07.2025 8:40

Today, I review The Girl Who Fell Beneath the Sea, by Axie Oh! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable/Spotify: Ellie Mano

Embrace the Serpent 05.07.2025 8:37

Today, I review Embrace the Serpent, by Sunya Mara! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com TikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano

Bound by Stars 28.06.2025 8:46

Today, I review Bound by Stars, by E.L. Starling! Thank you to Entangled Teen for sending me an ARC! Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook

Before the Coffee Gets Cold 21.06.2025 8:33

Today, I review Before the Coffee Gets Cold, by Toshikazu Kawaguchi! TikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

Heartless Hunter 14.06.2025 8:43

Today, I review Heartless Hunter, by Kristen Ciccarelli! TikTok/Instagram: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Fable/Goodreads: Ellie Mano

Private Label 07.06.2025 8:30

Hook of a Book is now on TikTok!! Follow @hookofabook for all things bookish! And enjoy a review of Private Label, by Kelly Yang! Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Instagram/TikTok: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

Anatomy 31.05.2025 8:01

Today, I review Anatomy, by Dana Schwartz! Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hookofabook

What Happens After Midnight 24.05.2025 8:37

Today, I review What Happens After Midnight, by K.L. Walther! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano

The Housemaid 17.05.2025 9:17

Today, I review The Housemaid, by Freida McFadden! (I also do want to say that in light of recent Sydney Sweeney controversy, please disregard what I said about her in the episode!) Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano

Everything is Poison 10.05.2025 9:31

Hey everyone! Today, I review Everything is Poison, by Joy McCullough! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hookofabook Fable/Goodreads: Ellie Mano

Watch Me 03.05.2025 8:40

Today, I review Watch Me, by Tahereh Mafi! Instagram: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

Night Swimming 26.04.2025 9:35

Today, I review Night Swimming, by Aaron Starmer! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Instagram: @hookofabook

The Notorious Virtues 19.04.2025 8:44

Today, I review The Notorious Virtues, by Alwyn Hamilton! This is a new release that will blow you away. Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano

Circe 12.04.2025 9:20

Today, I review Circe, by Madeline Miller! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @hookofabook Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano

Meet Me at Blue Hour 05.04.2025 9:07

Today, I review Meet Me at Blue Hour, by Sarah Suk! Thank you to HarperCollins for sending me an ARC! Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Instagram: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

Sunrise on the Reaping 29.03.2025 10:17

Today, I review Sunrise on the Reaping, by Suzanne Collins! Instagram: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Fable/Goodreads: Ellie Mano

The Rose Bargain 22.03.2025 9:26

Today, I review The Rose Bargain, by Sasha Peyton Smith! Goodreads/Fable: Ellie Mano Instagram: @hookofabook Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com

A Catalog of Burnt Objects 15.03.2025 9:31

This week, I review A Catalog of Burnt Objects, by Shana Youngdahl! Thank you to Penguin Random House for sending me an ARC of this book -- it will be released on 3/18/25! Email: hookofabookpodcast@gmail.com Fable/Goodreads: Ellie Mano Instagram: @hookofabook