English Fiction Podcasts

Discover the best English podcasts in the Fiction category. Browse 44,242 shows with 19,290 actively publishing.

Last updated: February 28, 2026

44.2K Shows

A large market for English Fiction podcasts

43.6% Active

19.3K currently publishing new episodes

Total Podcasts 44,242
Active Rate 43.6% 19,290 shows
Avg Episodes 48.3 per podcast
Market Share 1.47% of all podcasts

Overview

English Fiction podcasts represent large with 44,242 shows. Of these, 19,290 (43.6%) are actively publishing new episodes, which is exceptionally high for this market segment.

Whether you're a native English speaker or learning the language, these Fiction podcasts offer valuable content. The variety ensures you can find shows matching your interests and level.

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Growth Trends

English Fiction podcasts grew 114.6% last year, indicating expanding audience interest and creator activity.

Publishing Patterns

Hourly is the most common schedule (28.4% of shows). Maintaining this rhythm helps build audience loyalty.

Update Frequency

Episode Duration

Episodes per Podcast

Top English Fiction Podcasts

1 The Adventure Zone
4.9 (35,509) 402 eps
2 Welcome to Night Vale
Welcome to Night Vale

Night Vale Presents

4.8 (26,527) 363 eps
3 Myths and Legends
Myths and Legends

Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod

4.8 (23,269) 526 eps
4 Full Body Chills
4.7 (23,112) 144 eps
5 Scared To Death
Scared To Death

Dan Cummins, Lynze Cummins

4.8 (13,878) 397 eps
6 The NoSleep Podcast
The NoSleep Podcast

Creative Reason Media Inc.

4.7 (12,878) 700 eps
7 Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages
4.3 (12,560) 776 eps
8 Hello From The Magic Tavern
4.8 (11,022) 571 eps
9 The Magnus Archives
4.9 (10,294) 383 eps
10 Not Another D&D Podcast
4.9 (10,216) 430 eps

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The Writing Endeavor

William Eaton and Nathaniel Griffin

Our Sci Fi World
Our Sci Fi World

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Tips for English Fiction Creators

Ride the Wave

Market grew 115% last year. New listeners are actively discovering—great timing to launch.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many English Fiction podcasts are there in 2026?

As of February 2026, there are 44,242 English Fiction podcasts, with 19,290 (43.6%) actively publishing new episodes.

How often do English Fiction podcasts publish new episodes?

The most common publishing schedule for English Fiction podcasts is Hourly, with 12,577 shows following this pattern.

What are the best English Fiction podcasts?

Check out our curated list of top-rated English Fiction podcasts above, ranked by listener ratings and popularity on Apple Podcasts.