Audition by Katie Kitamura | Review | Booker Prize 2025 Shortlist

Listen to this episode from Bookies' Favourite on Spotify. This week we dive into the first book on the Booker Prize 2025 shortlist: Audition by Katie Kitamura (Fern Press). The novel is split into two distinct parts, exploring the life of an aging Broadway actress and her shifting relationships with those around her.Our Bookie of the Week is @bobthebookerer on Instagram—make sure to also check out his YouTube channel for more bookish content!📚 In This Episode✨ Breaking down the dual structure of Audition✨ Our classic “Rename the Novel” segment🥐 Read It & Eat It: Aaron snacks on a croissant straight from the pages—see the pic on our Instagram!✨ Listener reactions and book club thoughts📅 Coming Up NextHave you read other books by Katie Kitamura? We’d love to hear what you thought of them.Next week: The Land in Winter by Andrew Miller (Sceptre) ❄️💬 Get Involved📸 Instagram (@bookiesfavouritebookclub)📩 [email protected]📖 Check out our written reviews on GoodreadsShare your thoughts to be featured in an upcoming episode!