Charlie Gibson may have retired as an ABC News anchor and Good Morning America host in 2009, but the beloved newsman remains a prominent part of the ABC family through his The Bookcase podcast. Produced by ABC Audio, the affable former face of Good Morning America co-hosts the book lover’s podcast with his daughter, Kate Gibson.
Kate Gibson is the daughter of the famed former World News Tonight anchor who boasts a long and successful career in public television, and holds a master’s degree in library and information science. When it comes to books, Charlie Gibson and Kate Gibson aren’t just avid readers, they’re true experts.
Charlie Gibson’s Favorite Book of the Year
The Bookcase podcast hosts are sharing their personal favorite books of the year in a Parade exclusive. Charlie Gibson names Memorial Days by Geraldine Brooks as his favorite book of 2025. Published in 2025, Memorial Days chronicles the sudden death of Brooks’ husband, journalist Tony Horwitz, and her journey through grief, including time spent in solitude on a remote island.
Kate Gibson’s Favorite Book of 2025
Kate Gibson names Heart the Lover by Lily King as her favorite book of the year. In an October 2025 episode of The Bookcase podcast, the Gibsons featured a conversation with Lily King, author of Heart the Lover.
The novel follows a woman named Jordan as she reflects on a college-era romantic triangle that resurfaces in her adult life. Heart the Lover has been widely praised for its emotional depth and is considered one of the most notable books of 2025.
One of the most trusted voices in modern news, Charlie Gibson, 82, spent more than three decades at ABC from 1975 to 2009 following a long and distinguished career as a journalist.
Co-host Kate Gibson was instrumental in launching The Bookcase podcast. Introduced in 2022, the show began as a collaborative project between the father-daughter duo. Produced by ABC Audio, The Bookcase releases new episodes on Thursdays and focuses on prominent new books by contemporary authors.
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