In the News

Below is a list of outlets that have praised and covered Adam Vitcavage and Debutiful.

INTERVIEWS

Meet the Champion of Debut Authors
Electric Literature, January 18, 2023

“It’s one of my favorite podcasts of any genre, period. Vitcavage is a nimble interviewer who is as interested in chronicling the winding journey of a debut book as he is in discussing the book itself. Debutiful is a perfect podcast if you’re into writers spilling the tea about their publication experience, their craft, and how their identity intersects with their writing, all in under 30 minutes (most of the time).”


Galley Brag #15
Ezra Kupor’s Galley Brag Newsletter, June 27, 2025

Dedicated To Debuts: Adam Vitcavage of Debutiful
Book Riot’s First Draft Podcast, January 2, 2025

Behind-the-Scenes Interview Episode
Thoughts From a Page, February 1, 2024

Ep. 298 The Best Books of 2023 with MJ Frankling and Adam Vitcavage
The Stacks, December 20, 2024

Podster Interview
Shelf Unbound Magazine, Fall 2023 Issue

Adam Vitcavage, Raconteur, Skilled Writer of Literary and Music Criticism, and Charismatic Advocate for Debut Authors
The Chills at Will Podcast, August 21, 2023

Survivor (The Show!) with Adam Vitcavage
Fine Beats and Cheeses Podcast, May 2, 2023

These Are Humans Too with Adam Vitcavage
Project Write Now’s Debut Review Podcast, October 31, 2022

Introductions Please: Debutiful Highlights New Authors
PHOENIX Magazine, May 21, 2019

LISTS

50 Best Book Podcasts
SheReads, September 17, 2024

12 Literary Podcasts For Writers and Readers
Electric Literature, September 15, 2023

“A fun and uplifting listen.”

The Best Podcasts About Books
The Mary Sue, May 3, 2023

“If you want to know what’s happening in the debut side of publishing, look no further than Debutiful.”

The 10 Best Book Podcasts
Podcast Review, March 8, 2023

“Listening to an interview with an author still wet around the ears is a gratifying experience. Debutiful [is] a slick and rewarding passion project.”

The Best Book Podcasts for Literary Fans and #BookTok Followers
Pocket Casts, September 14, 2022

“Vitcavage’s attention to what’s best as well as what’s new makes his annual Best Debut lists a powerful resource.”

10 of the Best Literary Podcasts
Book Riot, September 6, 2022

“These process-focused interviews give you a peek behind the curtain of publishing and inspire some truly unique interviews.”

The 27 Best Book Podcasts
Town & Country, February 23, 2022

“If you’re someone who loves reading the acknowledgments section—there’s nothing better—this podcast truly delivers.”