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Book Lounge by Libby

Book Lounge by Libby

Book Lounge by Libby is your cozy reading corner of the internet. Hosted by Joe Skelley, each episode invites you into candid and thoughtful conversations about books, writing,publishingand the trends shaping what we read(plus reading recommendations youwon"twant to miss). Brought to you by⁠Libby⁠, the library app. Find more at:https://pages.libbylife.com/BL-Links Book Lounge airs year-round, with two 10-week seasons each year, featuring publishing conversations on Mondays and paired book

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60:50

Buckaroo Banter: Chuck Tingle Talks BURY YOUR GAYS

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2024/07/08

Joe is joined by the mysterious, masked Chuck Tingle to talk about his new, traditionally published book BURY YOUR GAYS (out July 9 from Tor Nightfire). Chuck and Joe talk about absurdist art balanced with sincerity, the impact and meaning of AI on art, how Chuck's faceless persona effects his work, and Chuck's thoughts around separating the art from the artist.Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive

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64:12

The Hottest Summer Book Releases - July 2024 Book Picks

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2024/06/27

Get ready to dive into a treasure trove of captivating stories as we unveil the most anticipated book releases of July 2024! Join Emma and Joe on a thrilling journey through the pages of upcoming novels, where every plot twist and character arc awaits discovery.Titles mentioned in this episode: July Author Interviews: Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle Loud by Drew Afualo Emma’s Titles: The Grandest Game by Jennifer Lynn Barnes Supernatural: An Official Spooky Picture Book by Micol

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53:37

Your Guide to Completing the Pro Book Nerds 2024...

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2024/06/20

On today's episode, Emma and Joe share some tips and tricks to completing your 2024 Pro Book Nerds Reading Challenge. They also discuss the prompts they've completed and what books they read. Finally, they offer some suggestions for, perhaps, some harder to complete prompts. Let us know, have you done your 2024 reading challenge yet? What's your progress?2024 PBN Reading Challenge: A genre you don’t normally read The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by KJ Charles The Bearable Slant of

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32:36

Behind the Scares: A Conversation with Paul Tremblay...

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2024/06/17

Join Joe for a dive into the world of horror with acclaimed author Paul Tremblay as he unveils details of his new book Horror Movie (out June 11 from HarperCollins). Paul shares his inspirations, challenges, and thrills of crafting a story that carries you through time and just wondering how impacted you'll be by that cursed film.Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby and our library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace. Looking for more

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54:21

Drawn In: Graphic Memoirs (and Biographies) You Can't...

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2024/06/13

Marissa joins Joe today to talk about graphic memoirs, biographies and novels inspired by life events. They talk about the importance of sharing your story, how we can find community and a sense of self, and learn so much by listening to the stories of others. Come for the recommendations, stay for a full aside on The Salem Witch Trials.Article mentioned in our Salem Witch Trials aside: From New England Law Boston - The True Legal Horror Story of the Salem Witch Trials Titles mentioned in this

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53:36

Reading From the Heart With Katherine Center

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2024/06/10

On today's episode, Emma is joined by NYT bestselling author, Katherine Center, to chat about her newest book, The Rom-Commers. They also discuss the craft of writing a romance novel, reading from your heart, the impact of libraries, line dancing and so much more.Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be

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60:05

Books with Bite: A New Era of Vampire Reads

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2024/06/06

Emma and Joe are joined by Andrea and Meghan to discuss a new era of vampire reads! We've seen a huge increase in books featuring vampires in the last few years and wanted to share some recent books and upcoming releases we're most excited about to usher in a new era. Emma’s Picks: So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison We Love the Nightlife by Rachel Koller Croft To You Shall All Flesh Come by Lumen Reese Immortal Pleasures by V. Castro Lucy Undying by Kiersten White Joe’s

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65:06

Live Interview with Daniel Handler, aka Lemony Snicket

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2024/06/03

In this episode, Joe sits down for a live conversation with Daniel Handler AKA Lemony Snicket, for the release of his memoir And Then? And Then? What Else?, hosted at Cuyahoga County Public Library! Joe and Daniel talk about Tim Curry, sharing your personal life publicly, and what it's like being Lemony Snicket.Special thanks to Cuyahoga County Public Library for hosting this incredible event. The live event was hosted and recorded on Thursday, May 23, 2024 at the Parma-Snow Library Branch to a

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55:13

June 2024 Book Picks

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2024/05/30

Emma and Joe's monthly round-up of books is back with June picks! Grab a beverage and get ready for a long-list of summer-y picks! For Emma and Joe that usually means mystery and romance, but there's also a dash of cooking, graphic novels, YA, and family sagas.Author Interviews: The Rom-Commers by Katherine Center Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay Joe’s Picks: Middle of the Night by Riley Sager Willie, Waylon, and the Boys by Brian Fairbanks Birds Aren’t Real by Peter McIndoe,

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54:30

Live Interview with Harlan Coben, author of Think Twice

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2024/05/27

On today's episode, Emma sits down for a live conversation with the #1 New York Times bestselling author, Harlan Coben, for the release of Think Twice. Hosted at Cuyahoga County Public Library, Emma and Harlan chat about the writing process, his plans for Myron, being the "twist guy," his Netflix adaptations, Stephen King, and Queen Camilla. Special thanks to Cuyahoga County Public Library for hosting this amazing event. The live event was recorded on Monday, May 20, 2024 at the Parma-Snow Library

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53:23

Cults: A Dive into Fiction and Nonfiction Reads

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2024/05/23

Join us as we dive into the captivating world of cults! We're recommending both fiction and nonfiction titles that explore that mysterious and chilling allure... From gripping thrillers to eye-opening accounts, we've got recommendations that will keep you on the edge of your seat. We'll wax poetic on cult dynamics and discuss the enduring fascination with these enigmatic communities.Titles mentioned in this episode: Jill’s Titles: The Road to Jonestown by Jeff Guinn The Last Housewife by

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66:56

The House That Gothic Reads Built

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2024/05/16

Emma and Joe welcome back Claire and Kristin to chat about modern gothic reads. They discuss the characteristics they enjoy in a modern gothic and share a wide variety of books to get your creepy, vibey, gothic fix! Emma’s Picks: The Clinic by Cate Quinn A Place for Vanishing by Ann Fraistat The Heiress by Rachel Hawkins One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig (Sheperd King series) Claire’s Picks: Diavola by Jennifer Thorne The Haunting of Velkwood by Gwendolyn Kiste A Botanical

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35:45

Talking Crushed Red Cups and Murders at Parties with...

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2024/05/13

The mean girl gets murdered in this one (not a spoiler)! Dive into the mind of Cindy RX He as she delves deep into her debut title, Perfect Little Monsters. Find out why it's hard to trick thriller readers with your twists, what makes the queen bee so compelling, and where Cindy's inspiration came from for this story. Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace. Looking for more bookish content? Check

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58:42

Beyond the Canon: Redefining and Updating the Classics!

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2024/05/09

Join Joe and Emma on this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast as they dive deep into the ever-evolving landscape of the literary canon. They shine a spotlight on contemporary books that challenge traditional notions of what it means to be considered "canonical" and explore the complexities of defining literary greatness. Emma and Joe offer up some modern works and their potential to reshape our understanding of literature and join a new canon. From diverse voices to innovative

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55:00

Dreaming Big with Carley Fortune

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2024/05/06

Emma is thrilled to welcome Carley Fortune to talk about her new book, This Summer Will Be Different. In this fun chat, you'll also hear about Carley's life-changing writing advice from Taylor Jenkins Reid, writing about different kinds of family dynamics and dreamy male leads, Anne of Green Gables, long-distance best friends, the power of libraries, and how romance books can and do save and change lives. Books mentioned in this episode: This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune Every

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58:58

All That and a Bag of Chips: 1990s Book Recs

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2024/05/02

Emma is joined by Sydney and Jane to discuss 1990s nostalgia, essential books of the 90s, and share a list of fresh books set in their favorite decade! This episode is packed full of book recommendations and waxing poetic about malls, layered tank tops, time travel, and revisiting our favorite decade from a 2024 perspective.Emma’s Picks: Carrie Soto Is Back by Taylor Jenkins Reid This Time Tomorrow by Emma Straub The Mall by Megan McCafferty Jane’s Picks: How to Build a Girl -

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45:49

May 2024 Book Picks

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2024/04/25

It's that magical time again - Joe and Emma are sharing the books being released this May (2024) that they're most looking forward to. The Nerds talk about the eclipse, catch up, and have a silly, goofy time! Titles mentioned in this episode: Author Interviews for May: This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune Perfect Little Monsters by Cindy RX He Think Twice by Harlan Coben And Then? And Then? What Else? by Daniel Handler Emma’s Titles: You Never Know by Tom

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60:27

PBN's Hyper-Specific Reading Moods & Recommendations

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2024/04/18

Emma and Joe talk about some VERY specific reading moods and offer recommendations to match! Emma’s moods & book picks: A romance book that’s 10/10 and has Easter eggs a plenty Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez Part of Your World by Abby Jimenez Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez A cozy fantasy book that's equal parts wholesome and magical Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree The Honey Witch by Sydney J. Shields The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst A memoir written by the cast

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79:48

Don't Lose Your Whimsy - Coming of Ages Stories for...

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2024/04/11

Today on the pod, Joe is joined by Jane, Quinton and Sarah to chat coming of age stories. Today's recommendations run the gamut from middle grade through adult fiction, from graphic novels to fantasy. These character-driven narratives open our eyes to the many ways we all experience life. There's a story here for everyone, and we hope you enjoy!Titles mentioned in this episode: Quinton’s Titles: The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card Furies of Calderon by Jim

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47:42

Adventuring Through The Wide World with Douglas...

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2024/04/08

On this episode, Joe talks with fellow Clevelander Douglas Westerbeke about his debut novel A Short Walk Through a Wide World (out April 2 from Avid Reader Press). They talk about writing an adventure story, the difficulties between writing strong "walk-on" characters versus writing your main character's whole life story, and of course, what the library means to Doug. Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Library friends can shop these

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