English Fiction Podcasts

Discover the best English podcasts in the Fiction category. Browse 50,141 shows with 21,701 actively publishing.

Last updated: May 30, 2026

50.1K Shows

A very large market for English Fiction podcasts

43.3% Active

21.7K currently publishing new episodes

Total Podcasts 50,141
Active Rate 43.3% 21,701 shows
Avg Episodes 52.8 per podcast
Market Share 1.53% of all podcasts

Overview

English Fiction podcasts represent very large with 50,141 shows. Of these, 21,701 (43.3%) 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 108.1% last year, indicating expanding audience interest and creator activity.

Publishing Patterns

Hourly is the most common schedule (27.0% of shows). Maintaining this rhythm helps build audience loyalty.

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Episode Duration

Episodes per Podcast

Top English Fiction Podcasts

1 The Adventure Zone
4.9 (35,559) 411 eps
2 Welcome to Night Vale
Welcome to Night Vale

Night Vale Presents

4.8 (26,576) 371 eps
3 Myths and Legends
Myths and Legends

Jason Weiser, Carissa Weiser, Nextpod

4.8 (23,321) 532 eps
4 Full Body Chills
4.7 (23,112) 144 eps
5 Scared To Death
Scared To Death

Dan Cummins, Lynze Cummins

4.8 (13,950) 416 eps
6 The NoSleep Podcast
The NoSleep Podcast

Creative Reason Media Inc.

4.7 (12,937) 713 eps
7 Stories Podcast: A Bedtime Show for Kids of All Ages
4.3 (12,627) 797 eps
8 Hello From The Magic Tavern
4.8 (11,060) 584 eps
9 Not Another D&D Podcast
4.9 (10,292) 443 eps
10 Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep
4.7 (10,013) 482 eps

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Tips for English Fiction Creators

Ride the Wave

Market grew 108% 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 May 2026, there are 50,141 English Fiction podcasts, with 21,701 (43.3%) 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 13,527 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.