Book Lounge by Libby
Book Lounge by Libby
The Professional Book Nerds podcast is now, Book Lounge by LibbyBook Lounge by Libby is the podcast where authors, book lovers, and industry insiders come together to talk about the stories we love and the impact they have. Hosted by Joe Skelley, each episode invites you into a cozy, candid conversation about books, writing, publishing, and the trends shaping the literary world.PLUS, every episode features book recommendations from some of your favorite online content creators.Book Lounge airs two seasons per year, along with special monthly episodes. Whether you're into sweeping romances, chilling thrillers, epic fantasies, or powerful memoirs, there's something in the Lounge for every reader. So, grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and meet us in the Book Lounge.Find more at: https://pages.libbylife.com/BL-Links Brought to you by Libby, the library app.
Episodes
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May 17, 2021 • 48min
Rena Rossner wants you to look up at the stars
Rena Rossner is back to discuss her new novel, The Light of the Midnight Stars. Rena and Adam chat about fairy tale retellings, gazing upon the stars, her life in Israel, and her career as a literary agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 13, 2021 • 27min
Books about books for the #PBNread2021!
Every book nerd and library lover adores books about books! On today's episode, Adam and Jill share a number of books about books to help you tackle another task on the Professional Book Nerds 2021 Reading Challenge.Check out Umberto Eco's personal library: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoEuvgT1wBsBooks mentioned in this episode:The Eyre Affair by Jasper FfordeThe Absolute book by Elizabeth KnoxThe Blind Assassin by Margaret AtwoodThe Book of Speculation by Erika SwylerCodex by Lev GrossmanThe Name of the Rose by Umberto EcoThe Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona DavisThe Storied Life of A. J. Fikry by Gabrielle ZevinBeing Lolita by Alisson WoodThe Last Bookaneer by Matthew Pearl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 10, 2021 • 58min
On flawed superheroes and mochi with Sarah Kuhn
Sarah Kuhn joins Adam for a wonderful chat about their new book, From Little Tokyo, With Love. They get into her current thoughts on feeling representative for the AAPI author community, creating heroines that have super powers but also are relatable, and all the magic that is mochi! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 6, 2021 • 43min
Book sequels we didn't need
Christina makes her triumphant return to chat with Adam about sequels that weren't entirely necessary (in their minds). These books aren't necessarily bad but our nerds discuss what the original books meant to them and why these ones didn't strike the same chord. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 3, 2021 • 27min
Interview with Jesse Q. Sutanto, author of Dial A for Aunties
In today's episode, Jill is joined by author Jesse Q. Sutanto to discuss her new book Dial A for Aunties. The pair discuss her book, working the wedding business, and big families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 29, 2021 • 34min
May's biggest new books!
Ep. #543 - Like Justin said... It's gonna be May. And so we're unveiling the books we can't wait to read this month.Books mentioned in this episodeMadhouse at the End of the Earth by Julian SanctonThe Ivies By Alexa DonneA Master of Djinn by P. Djèlí ClarkThe Plot by Jean Hanff KorelitzSorrowland by Rivers SolomonTokyo Ever After by Emiko JeanYearbook by Seth RogenKatharine Parr, the Sixth Wife by Alison WeirAriadne by Jennifer SaintThat Summer by Jennifer WeinerGoblin by Josh MalermanThe Secret Talker by Geling YanMadam by Phoebe WynneProject Hail Mary by Andy WeirFinding the Mother Tree by Suzanne SimardPumpkin by Julie MurphySecond Place by Rachel CuskHow Stella Learned to Talk by Christina Hunger Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 26, 2021 • 53min
Christina Henry returns to scare the hell out of you
Ep. #542 - Adam welcomes back Christina Henry to chat about her terrifying new novel, Near the Bone. The discuss the idea of showing the POV of a victim vs. a villain, how she writes characters instead of plots, and why the true terror of the unseen. SponsorsFast Growing Trees – Visit https://www.fast-growing-trees.com/pages/PBN for 15% off your orders through June 30th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 22, 2021 • 41min
Authors behaving badly
Ep. #541 - Lately, a number of authors who have high profiles have been doing some less than awesome things online. We thought we'd address what to do, as a reader, when authors you've previously supported turn out to be not great human beings. We also discuss the concept of book reviews and how to take star ratings with a grain of salt, and make a plea to readers to do a little research before diving into books you think might be problematic. We'll get back to regularly scheduled book recommending next week but we'd love your thoughts on this episode in the reviews or just send us a message. Get some PBN and Libby swag: http://shop.overdrive.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 19, 2021 • 35min
On grief, laughter, and giving ourselves grace with Joan F. Smith
Ep. #540 - Joan F. Smith joins Adam to discuss her new book The Half-Orphan's Handbook. Their conversation ranges from how she coped with her father's suicide, how they both use comedy to deal with tragedy, and how they both struggle to accept that how they feel is okay. They also discuss her job as a library's author-in-residence. Trigger warnings for conversations about death and suicide but this is a must listen and a must read for anyone who has struggled with grief. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 15, 2021 • 39min
Passing down family stories with Maria Kuznetsova
Ep. 539 - Adam is joined by Maria Kuznetsova to discuss her new book, Something Unbelievable. They have a great chat about ancestral stories, craft, and what gets passed down to us from our grandparents. Anyone yearning to learn more about where they come from will adore this conversation and Maria's phenomenal book. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
