Book Lounge by Libby

On today's episode, Adam interviews debut author Rachel Harrison about her new book The Return. They talk about her writing horror despite being very afraid of everything. They also break down how relationships and friendships change as we grow older. This chat was so much fun and extremely introspective.  Help us raise money to find a cure for Leukemia and Lymphoma: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/noh/cle20/pbooknerds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, we're looking at the books we can't wait to read in April while our respective homes. We hope you're self quarantining as well and staying safe. These books are a great way to pass the time during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Help us raise money to find a cure for Leukemia and Lymphoma: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/noh/cle20/pbooknerds Books Mentioned in this episode: The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix Sin Eater by Megan Campisi Ruthless Gods by Emily A. Duncan Conjure Women by Afia Atakora Rules for Being a Girl by Candace Bushnell & Katie Cotugno The Age of Witches by Louisa Morgan Death in Her Hands by Ottessa Moshfegh The Ancestor by Danielle Trussoni Hidden Valley Road by Robert Kolker They Went Left by Monica Hesse No Filter by Sarah Frier The Book of Longings by Sue Monk Kidd The Glass Magician by Caroline Stevermer Chosen Ones by Veronica Roth Master Class by Christina Dalcher Rick by Alex Gino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Adam interviews Emily St. John Mandel about her new book The Glass Hotel. The briefly discuss Station Eleven, her massively popular title based around a pandemic but, as this interview was recorded in January, the current Covid-19 pandemic isn't discussed. They get into why she was fascinated by Ponzi schemes a bunch more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Adam and Jill interview Michael McCreary, comedian and author of Funny, You Don't Look Autistic. Michael's book was chosen as the next Big Library Read title. From March 30th through April 13th you can borrow it on the reading app Libby without any wait lists or holds.  Be sure to join the global discussion at biglibraryread.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is an interview Jill did with Sharon Cameron about her new book The Light in Hidden Places. This historical fiction novel tells the remarkable story of Stefania Podgórska, who hid several Jews in her Nazi-occupied home. For the interview, Sharon and Jill were joined by Stefania's son, Ed.  To learn more about the Stefi Foundation visit https://thestefifoundation.org/ Interview was recorded in person at 2020 PLA in Nashville, TN, in February 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Adam interviews Stephanie Wrobel, debut author of Darling Rose Gold, a thrilling family mystery about Munchausen By Proxy that is equal parts dark and haunting. Adam and Stephanie talk about why this subject interested her, the psychology of the illness, and playing with timelines in writing.  Today's episode is sponsored by Literati. Visit https://literati.com/probooknerds/ to get 20% off your first two orders.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey nerds. It's a scary time right now We're all feeling it. If you're looking for some books to read in the next week, try one of today's recommendations from our co-workers Emma and Kristin. Books mentioned in today's episode Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Love Walked in by Marisa de los Santos The Institute by Stephen King Go To sleep (I miss You) by Lucy Knisley The Oracle Code by Marieke Nijkamp Shadow of the Batgirl by Sarah Kuhn Children of Virtue and Vengeance by Tomi Adeyemi Beheld by TaraShea Nesbit When We Were Vikings by Andrew David MacDonald Cribsheet by Emily Oster Royal Holiday by Jasmine Guillory Seven Deadly Shadows by Courtney Alameda & Valynne E. Maetani Hound Won't Go by Lisa Jean Rogers I Love You, Stinky Face by Lisa McCourt Beard Necessities by Penny Reid     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, we have National Book Award-winning author Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds, the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Dr. Kendi and Jason have collaborated on Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, & You a remixed version of Dr. Kendio's NBA-winning Stamped from the Beginning. This book is perfect for young adults, students and readers of all ages to better understand the history of racism in America. Adam interviews Dr. Kendi first about his original work and then Jason at about the 25-minute mark. These are both exceptional conversations. Special Thanks to Clark-Pleasant Middle School for hosting the chat with Jason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Surprise! We have a Saturday episode for you because we just had to share this conversation with Colum McCann. Adam sat down with Colum for a live event at Cuyahoga County Public Library where they discussed his new book Apeirogon, cultural appropriation vs. cultural celebration, his nonprofit Narrative 4, and why sharing stories is so important. His book is a masterpiece and you'll love this conversation.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Robin Whitten from AudioFIle joins Adam to dive into all the major Audie Award winners for the best audiobooks of 2019! They talk about the Audie Award gala and how the awards are selected before breaking down some of the biggest categories. Audie Award winners mentioned in this episode Audiobook of the year - The Only Plane in the Sky by Garrett M. Graff Audio Drama - Angels in America by Tony Kushner Female Narrator -Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson Male Narrator - Kingdom of the Blind by Louise Penny Fantasy - The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow Fiction - City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert Nonfiction - Grace Will Lead Us Home by Jennifer Berry Hawes History/Biography - American Moonshot by Douglas Brinkley Mystery - The Chestnut Man by Søren Sveistrup Short Story Collection -Full Throttle by Joe Hill Thriller - The Institute by Stephen King   Other audiobooks discussed: The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehead Becoming by Michelle Obama The Lost Man by Jane Harper Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices