# How Much Are You Like The Characters You Read About?

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Podcast: [Book Riot - The Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/book-riot-the-podcast-414025)
Published: 2026-02-25T11:15:00+00:00
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## Resource

Prof. Laura McGrath returns to talk with Jeff and Rebecca about statistics that show just how much readers read what they are. Mostly. For some readers. Most readers. But not all. It's complicated. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Join The Book Riot Podcast Patreon for bonus content and ad-free listening. Subscribe to The Book Riot Newsletter for regular updates to get the most out of your reading life. The Book Riot Podcast is a proud member of the Airwave Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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