CraftLit
CraftLit — Annotated Audiobooks for Busy People Love classic literature…or wish you did? CraftLit is a weekly podcast featuring classic audiobook chapters paired with entertaining literary commentary that makes great books easier—and more fun—to understand. Host Heather Ordover explains historical references, vocabulary, and cultural context before each chapter so listeners can fully enjoy the story. Think of it as a global book club for classic literature, perfect for listening while commuting, crafting, walking, or doing chores. CraftLit has been in continuous weekly production since 2006, making it one of the longest-running literature podcasts. Listeners also send in voicemail comments that keep the show feeling like a lively reading group. Authors featured include: • Jane Austen • Mark Twain • Elizabeth Gaskell • Mary Shelley • Wilkie Collins • Alexandre Dumas • Robert Louis Stevenson Recent and current readings include Mark Twain’s Personal Recollections of Joan of Arc and Elizabeth Gaskell’s Cranford. Classic audiobooks—because loving great books in a busy world is tough.
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It's been a rough few months. Between a nasty virus, a torn cornea (multiple times), and an upcoming move to Philadelphia, things got delayed. But we're getting back on track.
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Here's a mid-December update from Heather with some important CraftLit news.
We're officially moving CraftLit off Patreon and onto Supercast, and while the transition took a lot of work, the result is a much easier and better experience for listeners.
In this update, I cover: • 00:00 Why CraftLit is leaving Patreon and why there's no Moby Dick this week • 01:10 How easy the move to Supercast is (no extra charges, no double payments...
Chapters 25-231 – iTunes Season 37, episodes 1-8
Book talk begins at 19:44
Elopements, mistaken romances, and surprise weddings? Yes. ALL of that.
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Ep. 702: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 20-24
Book talk begins at 20:12
Poor Mr. Harrison is stuck in Peak Gaskell Mayhem, and honestly, it's delicious.
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Ep. 701: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 15-19
Book talk begins at 12:20
Let's just say: gossip is blooming faster than the primroses.
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Ep. 700: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapter 14
Book talk begins at 17:02
But just when everything seems rosy, a tragic accident turns Duncombe upside down.
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Ep. 699: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 9-13
Book talk begins at 12:56
Between Christmas dinners gone wrong, mixed signals with Sophy, and a stethoscope scandal that sets tongues wagging, life in Duncombe just keeps getting messier (and funnier).
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Ep. 698: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 7-8
Book talk begins at 16:51
Want to hear how Gaskell balances grief, comedy, and social satire all in one breath? Tune in and let the story carry you away.
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Ep. 697: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 5-6
Book talk begins at 23:29
It's picnic time in Duncombe! But our poor Mr. Harrison is wondering if this "pleasure outing" was anything but pleasant.
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Ep. 696: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 3-4
Book talk begins at 25:15
Pears, parties, and peculiar housemates—Mr. Harrison's adventures just keep getting more awkward (and more entertaining).
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Ep. 695: Mr. Harrison's Confessions | Chapters 1-2
Book talk begins at 14:46
You'll want to tune in to our latest story—because in Duncombe, even saying you feel "pretty well" can cause a stir.
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...Ep. 694: Cranford | Chapter 16
Book talk begins at 12:00
Will peace be restored in Cranford society? Or will Mr. Peter's antics shake things up for good?
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Ep. 693: Cranford | Chapter 15
Book talk begins at 22:26
Cranford wraps up with surprise marriages, booming tea sales, Mrs. Jamieson's selective approval, and the long-awaited return of a familiar face—serving one final cup of genteel drama and heartwarming resolution.
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Ep. 692: Cranford | Chapter 14
Book talk begins at 11:49
Will Miss Matty accept help from her loyal friends? And what's this about Martha and Jem... and a lodger?
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Ep. 691: Cranford | Chapter 13
Book talk begins at 19:20
Miss Matty finally does it—she picks out a gown all by herself. But just as she's basking in her big main-character moment… BAM. Gossip hits the milliner's like a dropped teacup.
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Ep. 690: Cranford | Chapter 12
Book talk begins at 15:55
Peter may be lost to the mists of time (or possibly crowned the llama of Tibet, if Miss Pole is to be believed) but it's Lady Glenmire who's dropped the real bombshell in this week's chapter.
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Ep. 689: Cranford | Chapter 11
Book talk begins at 13:40
Who's really behind the name Signor Brunoni? And could Aga Jenkyns be…?
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Ep. 688: Cranford | Chapter 10
Book talk begins at 14:11
Robbers, suspicion, and just when things couldn't get more tragic (or absurd), Mrs. Jamieson's dog dies—and she mourns harder than she did her own husband.
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Ep. 687: Cranford | Chapter 9
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This week we bring the razzle-dazzle of Signor Brunoni's magic act—and the unstoppable commentary of Miss Pole. 😆
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