Author's Afterword
Join me each second and fourth Monday of the month, when I'll be in conversation with an author about one (occasionally more) of their books. We'll be taking a fairly deep dive, looking at the background, the topics, wri...
AI overview.Charlie Place is an independent podcast creator known for his engaging and insightful conversations with authors. His experience in the literary world allows hi…
Insights from recent episode analysis
On the show
- Phoenicia Rogerson1 ep
- Elodie Harper1 ep
- Juhea Kim1 ep
Also: Clémence Michallon, Nikki May, Jim C Hines, Julie Kagawa, Maggie Stiefvater, Emily Slapper, Michael Stewart
Audience Interest
- literature and book discussions
- author insights and backgrounds
Podcast Focus
- in-depth author conversations
- exploration of book topics
Publishing Consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for six years
Insights are generated by CastFox AI using publicly available data, episode content, and proprietary models.
Most discussed topics
Brands & references
Back-catalog monthly reach
Based on 2 signals · back-catalog reach only (show is inactive).
Built from
- Per-Episode Audience
No new episodes in 90+ days
—🎙 Sporadic cadence·146 episodes·Last published 10mo ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
1.2K to 3.3K🇺🇸100% - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
231 to 668119 real followers tracked across platforms
Market Insights
Platform Distribution
Reach across major podcast platforms, updated hourly
Total Followers
—
Total Plays
—
Total Reviews
—
* Data sourced directly from platform APIs and aggregated hourly across all major podcast directories.
| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/22/25 | mythologycomedy+4 | Phoenicia Rogerson | AphroditeDracula+3 | — | Aphroditemythology+5 | — | 50m 10s | ||
| 12/8/25 | Iceni womenBoudicca+4 | Elodie Harper | Boudicca's DaughterThe Wolf Den trilogy | Ancient BritainAncient Rome | IceniBoudicca+5 | — | 43m 06s | ||
| 11/24/25 | environmentalismphilosophy+3 | Juhea Kim | A Love Story From The End Of The WorldThe Divine Comedy+3 | — | Juhea KimA Love Story From The End Of The World+6 | — | 39m 30s | ||
| 11/10/25 | writing processmorality in fiction+3 | Clémence Michallon | Our Last ResortThe Quiet Tenant+1 | — | writing streakmorally grey+3 | — | 54m 19s | ||
| 10/27/25 | Nigerian cultureliterature+4 | Nikki May | This Motherless LandWahala+4 | LagosEngland | Nikki MayThis Motherless Land+5 | — | 44m 03s | ||
| 10/13/25 | griefhumor+3 | Jim C Hines | KitemasterThe Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe+4 | — | KitemasterJim C Hines+5 | — | 52m 06s | ||
| 9/22/25 | video gamesworld building+5 | Julie Kagawa | Assassin's CreedD&D+11 | — | Julie KagawaFateless+8 | — | 36m 59s | ||
| 9/8/25 | US historyAxis diplomats+3 | Maggie Stiefvater | ShiverThe Scorpio Races+2 | — | Maggie StiefvaterAxis diplomats+4 | — | 1h 06m 21s | ||
| 8/25/25 | mental illnessromantic relationships+4 | Emily Slapper | Everyone I Know Is DyingThe Bell Jar | — | mental healthdepression+4 | — | 42m 56s | ||
| 8/11/25 | persecution of Irish peoplereintroduction of wolves+5 | Michael Stewart | Black Wood WomenHoney And The Sting+4 | — | Irish persecutionwolves in Britain+7 | — | 53m 24s |
Showing 10 of 146
Pitch Fit is a Pro feature
See how bookable this show is for guests, which brands already advertise, the per-episode ad value, and the best-fit guest and sponsor profile. The numbers are blurred on the free plan.
How readily this show books outside guests like you.
How proven this show is for host-read sponsorships.
For Guests
ProFor Advertisers
ProUpgrade to Pro to unlock guest cadence, sponsor categories, fit scores, and per-episode ad value for this show.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Distribution & Reach
About the show, platforms, and key insights.
Charlie Place is an independent podcast creator known for his engaging and insightful conversations with authors. His experience in the literary world allows him to delve deeply into the creative processes of his guests, making each episode a rich exploration of literature. "Author's Afterword," formerly known as "The Worm Hole Podcast," is unique in its deep dive format, where Place converses with authors about their books, exploring not just the narratives but also the themes, writing styles, and the creative journey behind them. The podcast frequently includes spoilers and thorough discussions of endings, appealing to avid readers who appreciate in-depth literary analysis. The show attracts an audience of literature enthusiasts, writers, and book club members, drawn by the promise of intimate insights into the minds of authors. Listeners value the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of books and the writing process, enriching their reading experience and fostering a greater appreciation for literature.
By the numbers
- Total followers: 242
- Total plays: 47K
- Total reviews: 108
Platforms
Castbox
- Followers: 10
- Plays: 239
YouTube
- Subscribers: 123
- Views: 47K
- Videos: 233
Podcast App
- Followers: 108
- Reviews: 108
Podcast Republic
- Followers: 1
Audience
general
Key insights
What the show covers
- in-depth author conversations
- exploration of book topics
- spoiler-filled discussions
- analysis of writing styles
Audience interests
- literature and book discussions
- author insights and backgrounds
- writing techniques and processes
- cultural and societal themes
Platform reach
- no platforms detected yet
- unknown follower count
- limited distribution information
- formerly known as The Worm Hole Podcast
Publishing consistency
- weekly episodes released
- active for six years
- 146 total episodes
- consistent scheduling on Mondays
Chart history for Author's Afterword
Peaked at #70 in South Africa, currently #70 in South Africa.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | — | #70 | #70 | — |
| South Africa | — | #154 | #154 | — |
Chart Positions
2 placements across 1 market.
Chart Positions
2 placements across 1 market.