In this episode of the IELTS Speaking for Success podcast, Maria and Rory discuss the topic of books as it relates to the IELTS exam. They explore vocabulary, idioms, and phrasal verbs related to reading and books, such as "plowing through," "building up a collection," "stockpile," "get through," "unwind," "chill out with my nose in a book," "mull over," and "page-turner." Rory shares his reading habits, preferences, and experiences, while Maria provides explanations and examples of how to use the discussed language effectively. They also touch on the adaptation of novels into films and share a joke related to "bookworms" at the end.