Book Lounge by Libby
Book Lounge by Libby
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Book Lounge by Libby is a podcast about books, reading, writing, and publishing. Host Joe Skelley leads candid conversations with authors and publishing professionals, along with reading recommendations. The show is presented by Libby, the library app, and features two 10-week seasons each year. Episodes include Monday publishing discussions, Thursday book pairings, and monthly Book Release Radar specials, with 1–3 episodes per month between seasons.
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Book Club Certified: When Readers Make a Book Blow Up 01.10.2026 1t 1minWhat happens when readers get REALLY into a book? Sometimes… everyone starts reading it. In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, host Joe Skelley is joined by authors whose books found huge audiences through book clubs, BookTok, Bookstagram and online reading communities. We’re talking about the very real power of readers to turn a great book into a full-blown phenomenon and what it’s like for an author to watch that happen. How does a book become the one everyone is recommending? Why do some stories take off in book clubs? And what makes readers want to pass a book along to everyone they know? Plus, we’re getting into the joy, chaos and occasionally unhinged energy of being part of a reading community. Whether you’re a lifelong book club member, a solo reader who lives in the group chat or someone who has ever said “I HAVE to make you read this,” this one is for you. If you're part of a book club, tell us about it! How big is your group? How often do you meet? What's the best book you've ever read together? And, perhaps most importantly, what's the book that nearly started a civil war? Listen or watch now, and join the conversation with Book Lounge by Libby. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Heather Morris – Website, Instagram Morgan Elizabeth – Website, Instagram Patti C. Henry – Website, Instagram Guest Books: Some of Heather Morris' books: The Tattooist of Auschwitz Cilka’s Journey Three Sisters Sisters Under the Rising Sun The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse Morgan Elizabeth's traditionally published book: Meet Cute Magic Some of Patti C. Henry's books: Losing the Moon The Story She Left Behind The Secret Book of Flora Lea Becoming Mrs. Lewis Once Upon a Wardrobe Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:19 Welcome and Intro 00:01:24 When did you realize your book had become a book club hit? 00:11:56 Did a book club change the trajectory of your book? 00:26:35 What are some of the events that stick out to you? 00:36:18 What impact does reader response have on your writing? 00:46:00 The parasocial lines between author and reader 00:57:09 Thank you, comment question and outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Today's featured books: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41711 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
October 2026 Book Picks: Reads to Haunt Your TBR 30.09.2026 51minOctober is here, and our TBR is looking positively haunted. 👻 Joe is joined by his coworker Nahomy to talk about the new books coming out in October 2026, from creepy haunted houses and witchy fantasy to vampires, horror graphic novels, dark mysteries and stories that will have you sleeping with the lights on. Whether you're looking for your next spooky horror read, a magical fantasy adventure or a creepy thriller to curl up with this fall, we've got your October new book radar covered. Plus, we're sharing a few honorable mentions and unexpected picks to round out your reading list. Find your next favorite read with Book Lounge by Libby, powered by libraries and made for readers. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book recommendations: Nahomy’s Picks: The House Built on Alligator Bones – Sophia Huneycutt Legends & Lattes: The Graphic Novel – Travis Baldree, adapted – Samuel Sattin, Illustrated – Shanti Rittgers and Sarah Webb Peck & Peck – Bonnie Garmus Until the Last Light Goes Out – Courtney Gould A Court of Splintered Harmony – Sarah J. Maas Look What the Cat Dragged In – Jason Rekulak When the World Was Happy – Benjamin Alire Sáenz Joe’s Picks: Honorable mentions: Stagtown vol. 1 – Punko The Sea Witch Prophecy – Claribel A. Ortega The Tarot Trials – Katee Robert The Memory of Borrowed Books – Meg Anderson Episode picks: Solace House – Will Maclean Carrying – Samantha Josephs Bruja’s Nest – Brenda LaTorre When the Night Comes Knocking – Katherine Daniel The Chain House – JH Markert Dive Bar at the End of the Road – Kelley Armstrong Please Enjoy Your Stay – Tara Goedjen Night of the Mallrats – Nicolina Torres Fangs and All – Tas Mukanik Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Nahomy - Instagram Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Intro & Welcome 00:02:53 Joe’s Honorable Mentions list 00:05:41 Our October 2026 Book Picks 00:48:19 We want to hear from you! Comment Question 00:48:43 Thanks and outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Today's featured books: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41715 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
The Secrets to a Great Book Club (According to People Who Run Them) 28.09.2026 1t 9minWhat actually makes a book club GOOD? And how do you get people to come back month after month without turning it into homework? This week on Book Lounge by Libby, we're going behind the scenes of the book club. Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark of Book Gang Podcast and book club, Dave McNally, Adult Services Supervisor at Cuyahoga County Public Library, and Meara of (@mearaisreading) to talk about what makes a great book club, how groups choose what to read, the biggest barriers that keep people from joining and what happens when a book club meeting goes completely off the rails. We're talking book club tips, discussion drama, choosing books, reading outside your comfort zone, building community and, naturally, some very important book club gossip. Whether you're already a devoted book club person, thinking about joining one or wondering if you should finally start your own, this conversation has something for you. And yes, we get into the books that brought people together, the ones that divided them and the stories that have become legendary around the book club table. If you're watching or listening on Spotify, comment and let us know: If you're part of a book club, tell us about it! How big is your group? How often do you meet? What's the best book you've ever read together? And, perhaps most importantly, what's the book that nearly started a civil war? OR come comment on today's post over on Instagram at @bookloungepod. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book recommendations: Jane Eyre – Charlotte Bronte Slaughterhouse-Five – Kurt Vonnegut Heart the Lover – Lily King Daughters of Shandong – Eve J. Chung Woodworking – Emily St. James The Rachel Incident – Caroline O’Donoghue Sula – Toni Morrison The Bluest Eye – Toni Morrison I See You’ve Called in Dead – John Kenney Into Thin Air – Jon Krakauer Into the Wild – Jon Krakauer The Art Thief – Michael Finkel The Final Revival of Opal & Nev – Dawnie Walton Big Swiss – Jen Beagin Death in Her Hands – Ottessa Moshfegh The End of Men – Christina Sweeney-Baird Tuesdays With Morrie – Mitch Albom Crime and Punishment – Fyodor Dostoyevsky The Hunger Games – Suzanne Collins Chain-Gang All-Stars – Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah Guillotine – Delilah S. Dawson Who’s in this episode: Amy Allen Clark - Links Meara - Links Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:19 Welcome and intro 00:12:10 Different styles and sizes of Book Clubs 00:21:48 Preparing for Discussion 00:47:24 Do you always finish the book? 01:01:57 What should you know before you walk into book club the first time? 01:05:52 Comment Question and Outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Librarians Spill the Tea: Wild Patron Stories, Book Hot Takes & Library Secrets 24.09.2026 1t 3minWhat REALLY happens behind the reference desk? On this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, host Joe Skelley is joined by Becky Cameron and Kate Merlene from Cuyahoga County Public Library and Morgan Schultz from Lutheran West School for a very candid, very fun conversation about life as a librarian. We're spilling the librarian tea on wild patron questions, unexpected library requests, book recommendations, overhyped authors, underrated reads and the services your library offers that you might not even know about. Plus, we're getting into librarian superpowers, memorable library moments, favorite programs and the realities of working with readers of all ages. Whether you're a lifelong library lover, a curious reader or someone who has ever wondered what librarians REALLY think, this is your invitation behind the scenes. Get ready for library secrets, bookish hot takes, hilarious stories and plenty of reasons to visit your local library. Grab your library card and join the conversation! Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Intro 00:01:03 Getting to know our guests 00:05:12 Assumptions about librarians 00:15:55 The most checked-out authors 00:25:07 Let’s get shady 00:32:40 Strangest patron questions 00:55:06 What’s a favorite program or service? 00:59:27 Outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Blind Date with a (Library) Book 21.09.2026 1t 8minWhat happens when you let your local library surprise you? For the Season 4 premiere of Book Lounge by Libby, we're celebrating Library Card Sign-Up Month with a little literary mystery, a few unexpected projects and a whole lot of library love. Joe is joined by Meara (@mearaisreading) for a Blind Date with a (Library) Book! We each head to our local libraries with three missions: get a book recommendation from a librarian, choose a book from a library display and discover a third surprise in the form of a unique activity, craft or project. Then we come back together to reveal our picks, share what we got up to and compare notes on our library adventures. Expect book recommendations, library discoveries, creative chaos and a lil vlog moment because apparently talking about books wasn't enough. Whether you're a lifelong library lover or haven't stepped into your local branch in a while, this episode is your invitation to explore, get curious and let your library surprise you. Grab your library card and come hang out in the Book Lounge! Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book recommendations: We – Yevgeny Zamyatin West with Giraffes – Lynda Rutledge The Unfortunates – JK Chukwu Checked Out – Katie Fricas Who’s in this episode: Meara - Links Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Intro 00:02:06 Vlogging to the Library 00:04:40 Diving into our library prompts and experience 01:04:41 What’s next and outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Jeneva Rose Is Ready to Scare You 17.09.2026 55minWhat scares you? For bestselling author Jeneva Rose, the answer might be… literally anything. 👀 Jeneva joins Book Lounge by Libby to talk about her new horror collection, Sometimes I Scare Myself, a trio of twisted stories filled with séances gone wrong, creepy houses, cursed objects and the kind of decisions that make you want to yell at a character through the page. We’re getting into what makes a horror story actually scary, why familiar settings can make the best nightmares and what happens when you take classic horror tropes and give them a Jeneva Rose twist. Plus, Jeneva reveals what scares her — because apparently even the person writing the nightmares has nightmares. If you’re looking for your next horror book, spooky-season read or thriller to keep you up way too late, consider this your sign to add Sometimes I Scare Myself to your TBR. Sometimes I Scare Myself is out September 22, 2026. Book Lounge by Libby is your place for book conversations, recommendations and the people behind the stories. Grab your favorite drink, get cozy and meet us in the Lounge. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Jeneva Rose – links Books by Jeneva: Sometimes I Scare Myself (out September 22, 2026) The Perfect Marriage The Perfect Divorce One of Us is Dead You Shouldn’t Have Come Here #CrimeTime Home is Where the Bodies Are The Girl I Was Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:07 Getting to know Jeneva Rose 00:02:01 Scaring Yourself 00:26:37 A trope you’re determined to reinvent 00:49:52 Horror Lightning Round 00:52:19 Outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Today's featured books: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41555 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Reimagining Virginia Woolf: Adapting Night & Day with Justine Waddell 03.09.2026 53minVirginia Woolf has inspired generations of readers, but what happens when you take one of her novels and bring it to a modern audience? This week, Joe is joined by Justine Waddell, writer and producer of Virginia Woolf’s Night & Day, to talk about her love of Woolf, the process of adapting a classic novel and the changes that have to be made when bringing an older story into the present day. They dig into what makes Woolf’s work so enduring, the challenges of translating a classic for contemporary audiences and the decisions that come with adapting a beloved novel while staying true to its spirit. And yes, there are spoilers! Spoilers begin around 26:10 and run through 32:36. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book recommendations: Night and Day – Virginia Woolf (ebook) Night and Day – Virginia Woolf (audiobook) Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Welcome and Intro 00:00:45 Conversation with Justine Waddell 00:50:18 Outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
September 2026 Book Releases We Can’t Wait to Read 27.08.2026 1t 34minSeptember is bringing some SERIOUS TBR temptation. This week, Joe is joined by Madison (@simon.says.read) to dive into the September 2026 book releases they’re most excited to read. From gothic romantasy and fantasy to thrillers, romance, historical fiction and spooky season reads, there are way too many new books fighting for a spot on the TBR. Plus, Joe and Madison reveal the books they’re already counting down the days to read, the titles they almost included and which September releases might become your next obsession. What September 2026 book are you most excited to read? Add it to your TBR and let us know! Book Lounge by Libby is your place for book conversations, recommendations and the people behind the stories. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Follow Madison on Instagram! Books Recommendations: Madison's Picks: The Knave and the Moon – Rachel Gillig Taipei Story – RF Kuang The Thoroughbreds – Elin Hilderbrand Grim Tidings – BK Borison The Pirate Queen – Ariel Lawhon Tempest – Victoria Aveyard Threshing Day – Rebecca Yarros The Witches of Cambridge – Alice Hoffman A Time of Witches – Madeline Martin Fallow – Sarah Anderson Joe’s Picks: Honorable mentions: The Most Dangerous Games – MrBeast, James Patterson Building 903 – Lois Lowry Hollywood, Ending – John Green Incarnate – Alma Katsu Sometimes I Scare Myself – Jeneva Rose Kiss Slay Replay – Rachel Harrison The Dating Game – Ally Zetterberg Your Boyfriend Needs an Exorcist – Justine Pucella Winans Scion – James Islington Asmodeus – Rita Indiana (tr. Achy Obejas) Mischief Girls – Aashna Avachat Feeling Like an ADHD Alien – Pina Varnel Pretty Evil – Rebekah McKendry, David Ian McKendry The House of Gardenias – Isabel Cañas Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:05:51 Our September 2026 Book Picks 01:30:42 Outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on https://pages.libbylife.com/BL-Links Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378 Today's featured books: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41379 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
We Read the Wildest Reviews of Books We Love 13.08.2026 1t 34minWhat happens when you take the Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet approach to books? Absolute chaos. Joe is joined by Meara to dig through reviews of books they love and discover what happens when readers have opinions. From hilarious hot takes to reviews that make absolutely no sense, this episode is full of laughs, nonsense and some truly unforgettable book commentary. Want us to do this again? Tell us what books we should hunt for or send us random reviews to react to! Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Meara – link Check out Beach Too Sandy, Water Too Wet here: https://www.beachtoosandy.com/ Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:02:22 What’s your relationship with book reviews? 00:06:00 How do you write your reviews? 00:09:50 A conversation about negative reviews 00:13:50 We dive into reading reviews! 01:30:03 Wrapping up and outro Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads. Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
August 2026 Book Releases We're Adding to Our TBRs 30.07.2026 1t 42minAugust 2026 books are here, and Joe is joined by Bre (@locd_booktician_) to share the new releases they're most excited to add to their TBRs. Covering everything from horror, thrillers, romance, fantasy, literary fiction, and beyond, they're highlighting some of the month's biggest releases alongside a few books that deserve more attention. As always, the recommendations are only part of the fun. Expect plenty of laughs, bookish tangents, and chaotic energy as Joe and Bre count down the August titles they can't stop thinking about. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book Recommendations Bre’s Picks: Clean Slate – Brianna Labuskes Ghost in the Night – Tiffany D. Jackson Murder at University Park – Cheryl Miller Dellasega Death Card – Jasmine Smith The Secrets We Hide – Karin Slaughter Stay Buried – Jennifer McMahon The Butcher Legacy – Alaina Urquhart Bound by Fury – Noelle Monet These Walls Remember – Del Sandeen Joe’s Picks: Barbie: Dreamscape – Alex Aster Queens of the Crypt, Vol 1 – Dom & Ink Devil Inside – Clay McLeod Chapman Survival Show – Juno Dawson My Killer Family Reunion – Dinesh Thiru (Mostly) Human Resources – Grace Viall Killing Sadie – Rachel Peterson Summer Coven – Kat Killis, Rosiee Thor Who’s in this episode: Bre - Links Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:11 Welcome and catchup with Bre! 00:13:27 August 2026 Book Picks 01:38:28 Thanks and outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today’s episode! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Plot Twists & Playlists: Audiobooks, Romance Reads & 2026 Book Talk with Destinee 16.07.2026 1t 7minWhat's better than talking about great books? Talking about all the great books. This week, Joe is joined by romance novel matchmaker, bookseller, and creator Destinee for a delightfully bookish conversation that bounces around bookish things everyone can't stop talking about. Grab your headphones, your library card, and maybe a notebook—you'll definitely leave with a longer TBR. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Destinee - links Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Welcome and Introductions 00:01:52 A chatty episode with Destinee 01:03:55 Wrapping up and outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Summerween 2026: The Best Horror Books to Kick Off Spooky Season Early 09.07.2026 1t 33minSummer is heating up... so naturally it's time for ghosts, monsters, haunted camps, cursed lakes, and things that go bump in the night. Joe is joined by Bre to celebrate Summerween 2026, the growing tradition of bringing spooky season into the middle of summer. Whether horror readers are looking for gothic classics, unsettling literary horror, creepy middle grade adventures, camp slashers, psychological thrillers, or terrifying short story collections, this episode is packed with recommendations to fill every Summerween TBR. From vampires and haunted campgrounds to folk horror, cosmic dread, ghost stories, and nostalgic Halloween favorites, this conversation explores horror across every age and subgenre. Along the way, Bre also shares details about her July Noir 2026 reading weekend and Discord community for readers looking to celebrate all month long. Whether Summerween is already an annual tradition, or this is the first spooky-season celebration in July, this episode is full of horror book recommendations perfect for every kind of reader. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Links: Bre’s links July Noir 2026 Announcement July Noir Discord Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/locd_booktician_/ Titles mentioned: Bre’s Picks: Carmilla – Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu Dead First – Johnny Compton On Sundays She Picked Flowers – Yah Yah Scholfield Gyo – Junji Ito You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight – Kalynn Bayron The Jumbies & Rise of the Jumbies – Tracey Baptiste Why I Love Horror – ed. Becky Siegel Spratford Joe’s Picks: How to Survive Camping Series (Book 1: How to Survive Camping) - Bonnie Quinn The Lady in Chains The Ancient Things (September 2026) The Unmothers – Leslie J. Anderson The Bog Wife – Kay Chronister Smothermoss – Alisa Alering Don’t Turn Out the Lights – ed. Jonathan Maberry Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark – Alvin Schwartz Our Shadows Have Claws – ed. Yamile Saied Méndez, Amparo Ortiz The Lake House – Sarah Beth Durst Tastes Like Candy – Jessica Lacy Camp Scare – Delilah S. Dawson Summer’s Never Over – Darby Bozeman A Murder Most Camp – Nicolas DiDomizio 13 Months Haunted – Jimmy Juliano Chasing the Boogeyman – Richard Chizmar 80s Ghosts – VS Lawrence Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro & Seasonal Update 00:01:40 Thoughts on Summerween 00:07:24 Our Summerween 2026 picks! 01:28:46 Thank you to Bre and outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today’s episode! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
How President Lincoln Would Celebrate America 250 (and the books he'd read) 02.07.2026 55minAs the United States prepares to commemorate America 250, how can we celebrate the nation's history while also making room for reflection, honesty, and meaningful conversation? This week on Book Lounge by Libby, Cameron Walpole, Associate Director of Interpretation and Public Programs, and Callie Hawkins, Executive Director of President Lincoln's Cottage in Washington, DC, join the show to explore how their organization is approaching America's 250th anniversary with thoughtfulness, curiosity, and a commitment to telling a fuller story of our shared history. The conversation dives into Abraham Lincoln's enduring legacy, why President Lincoln's Cottage remains such an important place today, and how books help us better understand both the past and the present. Then, for a fun twist, Cameron and Callie recommend books they think President Lincoln would have loved reading if he were browsing a library today. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a Lincoln admirer, or simply looking for thought-provoking nonfiction and historical fiction recommendations, this episode offers fresh perspectives on American history, civic engagement, and the power of reading. For more info, check out: https://www.lincolncottage.org/ Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book recommendations: Cameron’s Titles: Differ We Must – Steve Inskeep Macbeth – William Shakespeare Wonder – R.J. Palacio Callie’s Titles: Joyful Anyway – Kate Bowler You Better Be Lightning – Andrea Gibson James – Percival Everett Everywhere Still – MH Clark Joe’s Titles: Feeding Ghosts – Tessa Hulls A Manual for Cleaning Women – Lucia Berlin Separation of Church and Hate – John Fugelsang Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Welcome and introductions 00:02:23 What is President Lincoln’s Cottage? 00:22:56 Our recommended reads 00:51:08 Final Thoughts and Outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
July 2026 Book Releases: The New Books We Can't Wait to Read 25.06.2026 1t 25minA new month means a new stack of books to obsess over. In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by the wonderful Emma to chat about the July 2026 book releases they're most excited to add to their TBRs. From buzzy fiction and page-turning mysteries to heartfelt romances and unforgettable literary reads, they're sharing the upcoming titles that have already captured their attention. Whether you're planning your summer reading list, looking for the next great library hold or simply love keeping up with the latest book releases, this episode is packed with recommendations to help fill your TBR. Tune in for a fun conversation celebrating the most anticipated books hitting shelves in July 2026 and discover which titles deserve a spot at the top of your reading list. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life! Here’s a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026! Book recommendations: Emma’s Picks: Prince of Swords – Elise Kova A Forsaken Prophecy – Stacey McEwan In the Wake of the Ruined – Kalie Cassidy Hot Girl Murder Club – Ashley Winstead Foxx – Paisley Hope The MASH Up – Laura Marie Meyers If Books Could Kill – Kate Eberle Daggermouth – HM Wofle Joe’s Picks: Helpless – Jessica Knoll My Tokyo Summer – Abby Denson Coming Out Perfect – Richard Mercado Case Closed, Vol. 99 – Gosho Aoyama Witch’s Inheritance – Paige Hender The Inn at the Foot of Mount Vengeance – Chiara Bullen The Masala Chai Mystery Club – MJ Soni Ghost Girl – Eva Benefield Alex, by Proxy – Karen Myna Cantor Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:20 Catching up with Emma 00:06:50 July 2026 Book Picks 01:20:23 Final thoughts and outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today’s episode! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Too Hot to Handle: Steamy Romance Books for Your Summer TBR 18.06.2026 57minThe temperature is rising, and so is the romance stack. In the Season 3 finale of Book Lounge by Libby, romance novel matchmaker, experienced bookseller, and bookish creator Destinee (@yourromancedestinee) joins the lounge to share the steamy romance books that deserve a spot on your summer TBR. From slow burns that leave readers desperate for more, to romances packed with chemistry, banter, longing, and unforgettable love stories, Joe & Destinee share recommendations for every kind of romance reader. The conversation dives into what makes a great romance novel, why the genre continues to captivate millions of readers, and how finding the perfect romance book is all about matching the right story to the right reader. Season 3 may be coming to a close, but Book Lounge by Libby isn’t going anywhere! After this episode, the podcast will move to a monthly rhythm of three episodes per month through the end of September when Season 4 launches with even more author conversations, reading recommendations and behind-the-scenes book world discussions. Whether searching for spicy romance books, summer romance reads, or a brand-new favorite love story, this episode is the perfect way to heat up a reading list. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life! Here’s a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026! Book recommendations: Destinee’s picks: Never Seduce a Scot – Maya Banks High Seas Heat – Sarah Blue Die for Me – Shirlene Obuobi By the Bootstraps – Alexa Martin Rebel Heiress – Amalie Howard Just a Highland Fling – Naina Kumar Psy-Changeling Series (Book 1: Slave to Sensation) - Nalini Singh Joe’s picks: Extracurricular – Rachel Lynn Solomon Goliaths of Wrestling Series (Book 4: False Comeback) - Lily Mayne Jacksonville Rays Series (Book 4: Pucking Strong) - Emily Rath Shoutout: Puckboys Series (Book 1: Egotistical Puckboy) – Eden Finley & Saxon James Night at the Vampire Castle – Hari Conner The Hades Calculus – Maria Ying Time and Time Again – Chatham Greenfield Lost Boys series (Book 1: The Skeptic) – Kelly Fox Who’s in this episode: Destinee (yourromancedestinee) - Links Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:16 Welcome to Destinee 00:02:15 Get to know Destinee and what got her into romance! 00:04:30 The change of the romance reader landscape 00:07:33 What are your favorite/least favorite tropes? 00:11:24 What are your favorite questions to be asked as a bookseller? 00:15:30 Romance Recommendations! 00:54:05 Thank you and outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today’s episode! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
The Art of the Swoon: Ann Liang & BK Borison on Romance, Chemistry & Desire 15.06.2026 58minSummer reading is getting steamy! Today, Joe is joined by bestselling romance authors Ann Liang and BK Borison for a conversation about creating unforgettable love stories, building electric chemistry, writing yearning and intimacy, and why romance continues to captivate readers around the world. The conversation also briefly features romance author Sara Cate, who joined at the start of the episode before technical difficulties cut her time short. From the balance of tension and tenderness to the art of crafting a perfect happily ever after, Ann and BK share a behind-the-scenes look at their writing process, the emotional core of romance novels, and what makes a love story linger long after the final page. Whether you’re searching for your next spicy summer romance, a fan of contemporary love stories, or curious about how romance authors bring fictional relationships to life, this episode is a must-listen. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life! Here’s a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026! Who’s in the episode: Ann Liang: https://www.annliang.com/ BK Borison: https://bkborison.com/ Sara Cate: https://saracatebooks.com/ Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:03:21 Diving into romance 00:50:58 Romance Lightning Round 00:54:52 Thanks and outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Audiobook Month Special: The Best Audiobooks to Add to Your Listening List 11.06.2026 1t 16minJune is Audiobook Month, and we're celebrating one of our favorite ways to experience stories. This week Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark, host of the BOOK GANG podcast, to talk about the audiobooks they've been loving lately. From unforgettable narrations to stories that are impossible to pause, they're sharing recent audiobook recommendations that deserve a spot on your listening list. This conversation is packed with recommendations, listening inspiration, and plenty of appreciation for the magic of audiobooks. Tune in to discover new audiobook recommendations, celebrate Audiobook Month, and find your next favorite listen. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life! Here’s a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026! Titles for Episode: Amy’s Picks: Enormous Wings - Laurie Frankel Good People - Patmeena Sabit Lady Tremaine - Rachel Hochhauser My Lady Jane - Cynthia Hand Skin Contact - Elisa Faison Invasive Species - Ellery Adams Joe’s Picks: Swift and Saddled – Lyla Sage The Daisy Chain Flower Shop – Laurie Gilmore Headlights – CJ Leede Witches of Dubious Origin - Jenn McKinlay God of the Woods - Liz Moore Our Last Resort - Clémence Michallon A Fortune of Sand – Ruta Sepetys The Taking of Jake Livingston – Ryan Douglass Bath Haus – PJ Vernon The Perfect Home – Daniel Kenitz Don’t Let the Forest In – CG Drews The Good Vampire’s Guide to Blood & Boyfriends – Jamie D’Amato Legends & Lattes Series - Travis Baldree Operation Bounce House – Matt Dinniman The Diviners – Libba Bray Believing – Anita Hill The Autumn Sprints Retirement Home Massacre - Philip Fracassi Home is Where the Bodies Are – Jeneva Rose MindWorks – Neal Shusterman Out There – Kate Folk Bubblegum – Adam Levin The Dresden Files – Jim Butcher A Series of Unforunate Events – Lemony Snicket Vagabond – Tim Curry NOS4ATU – Joe Hill Rosemary’s Baby – Ira Levin Charlotte’s Web – EB White The Curseworkers Series - Holly Black How to Train Your Dragon series – Cressida Cowell Leaving Isn’t the Hardest Thing – Lauren Hough Who’s in this episode: Amy Allen Clark – Links Discover your next favorite read with the NEW 2026 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide! Dive into 70 handpicked titles—featuring upcoming releases, fresh new reads, and beloved backlist gems. Flip through 57 pages packed with bookish inspiration to create your ultimate summer reading stack. LINK: https://buymeacoffee.com/bookgangpodcast/e/535779 Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:43 Welcome and catching up with Amy Allen Clark 00:06:06 A reminder of our seasonal schedule 00:07:11 We talk about our love of audiobooks 00:19:06 Our audiobook recommendations 01:12:50 Outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today’s episode! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
The Magic of Audiobooks with Award-Winning Narrators Saskia Maarleveld & Michael Crouch 08.06.2026 1t 3minJune is Audiobook Month, and we're celebrating with two of the most beloved voices in the industry. This week on Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by acclaimed audiobook narrators Saskia Maarleveld and Michael Crouch for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the art of bringing stories to life through audio. From developing character voices to recording emotional scenes, Saskia and Michael share what really goes into creating an unforgettable listening experience. Together, they explore the unique magic of audiobooks, the relationship between narrator and listener, and why hearing a story can feel so different from reading one on the page. Saskia Maarleveld has narrated more than 700 audiobooks and is known for her remarkable ability to perform a wide range of accents and characters across genres including historical fiction, fantasy, mystery, and young adult literature. Listeners may recognize her work on bestselling titles like The Alice Network, The Rose Code, and The God of the Woods. Michael Crouch has recorded more than 500 audiobooks and is an AudioFile Golden Voice narrator whose work has earned Audie Awards, Earphones Awards, and widespread acclaim from listeners and critics alike. He's particularly celebrated for his performances in young adult fiction, LGBTQ+ stories, and contemporary literary fiction. Whether you're a lifelong audiobook fan, a devoted Book Lounge listener, or someone who's been curious about trying audiobooks for the first time, this conversation offers a fascinating look inside one of publishing's most beloved formats. Celebrate Audiobook Month with us and discover why a great narrator can transform a great book into an unforgettable experience. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life! Here’s a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026! Who’s in this episode: Michael Crouch - Website Saskia Maarleveld– Instagram Check out Saskia’s Medium article – The Voice in Your Ears Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:39 Welcome to Saskia Maarleveld and Michael Crouch 00:03:05 What does it feel like to work on IP books vs. Original Content? 00:06:30 What does creative freedom look like to you in narration? 00:15:05 What brought you into audiobook work? 00:25:03 What genre feels like home? 00:30:08 How are people getting into narration today? 00:40:41 Is there a standard for what you’re paid for your work? 00:50:03 Working on pronunciations 00:53:32 Lightning Round 00:59:55 Thanks and Outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Your Ultimate Pride Month 2026 Reading List 04.06.2026 1t 4minWhat should you read this Pride Month? In this Pride Month episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by Jananie K. Velu to share book recommendations that celebrate queer stories, queer joy, and the many ways LGBTQIA+ people find connection, community, and hope. As they discuss the books they're recommending this June, the conversation expands beyond reading lists to explore what it means to live Pride every day of the year. Together, Joe and Jananie reflect on the importance of making space for joy, remembrance, rest, and reflection, and how books can help us better understand ourselves and each other. Whether you're looking to discover new LGBTQIA+ authors, add more queer stories to your TBR, or simply find your next great read, this episode offers thoughtful recommendations and meaningful conversation about the power of reading during Pride Month and beyond. From stories that celebrate queer futures to books that honor the past, this is a conversation about reading, identity, community, and the many ways Pride can live on long after June ends. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life! Here’s a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026! Book recommendations: Jananie’s Picks: Comedic Timing – Upasna Barath Tall Water – SJ Sindu Meeting Millie – Clare Ashton Honey Girl – Morgan Roges Perfume and Pain – Anna Dorn Fundamentally – Nussaibah Younis Big Swiss – Jen Beagin Local Heavens – K. M. Fajardo Devil of the Deep – Falencia Jean Francois House of Hunger - Alexis Henderson Joe’s Picks: Stag Dance & Detransition Baby – Torrey Peters Tell Me I’m Worthless – Alison Rumfitt Northranger – Rey Terciero Jackson Alone – Jose Ando Field Guide for the Formerly Villainous – Autumn K. England We Burned So Bright – TJ Klune Patricia Wants to Cuddle – Samantha Allen You Weren’t Meant to Be Human – Andrew Joseph White Who’s in this episode: Jananie K. Velu – Links Glad Day Lit, Toronto - website Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:54 Welcome to Jananie K. Velu 00:01:26 What are your pride practices? 00:07:50 Our Pride Reading Recommendations 01:00:10 Thanks to Jananie and Outro! Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today’s episode! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices -
Finding Hope, Queer Joy & the Courage to Be Seen 01.06.2026 1t 31minPride Month is a celebration, but it's also a reminder of the journeys so many LGBTQ+ people take to find acceptance, belonging, and hope. In this special Pride Month episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by authors Kody Keplinger, Ryan Collett, and TJ Alexander for honest, heartfelt conversations about identity, community and the power of seeing yourself reflected in stories. In the first half of the episode, Kody Keplinger and Ryan Collett discuss the isolation and shame that many queer people experience, the importance of finding your people and how books can help readers feel less alone. Together, they explore the transformative power of connection, representation, and hope. In the second half, TJ Alexander joins Joe for a conversation about queer joy, love stories, and the importance of imagining futures where LGBTQIA+ people aren't simply surviving, they're thriving. From romance and community to the possibilities of a more inclusive world, this discussion celebrates the beauty and power of queer storytelling. This episode is a reminder that none of us are meant to navigate life alone. Book Lounge by Libby is a podcast for readers, book lovers, and anyone searching for their next great read. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life! Here’s a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026! Who’s in this episode: Segment 1: Kody Keplinger – Website, WHERE LOST GIRLS GO Ryan Collett – Website, GEORGE FALLS THROUGH TIME Segment 2: TJ Alexander – Website, A LADY FOR ALL SEASONS Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:41 Segment 1 with Kody Keplinger and Ryan Collett 00:45:06 Segment 2 with TJ Alexander 01:28:04 Outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season! Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram! Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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