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Cover Story: Books We Read Just for the Look Aug 15, 2024

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Ever picked up a book solely because its cover was too captivating to resist? Join us in this episode of Cover Story as we dive into the world of eye-catching book covers that made us swipe our library cards without a second thought. From stunning designs to irresistible artwork, we’ll share our favorite cover-driven picks. Tune in for a fun discussion on the books we picked just for the look!

Titles mentioned in this episode:

Andrea’s Titles:

Something Strange and Deadly by Susan Dennard
Stalking Jack the Ripper by Kerri Maniscalco
In the Shadow of Blackbirds by Cat Winters

Katie’s Titles:

The Bad Beginningby Lemony Snicket
The Returnby Rachel Harrison
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrowby Gabrielle Zevin

Marissa’s Titles:

Sorry I’m Late, I Didn’t Want to Come by Jessica Pan
From Crook to Cook by Snoop Dogg
The Suite Spot by Trish Doller

Emma’s Titles:

Haunted by Meg Cabot (original cover)
Wilder Girls by Rory Power
A Dowry of Blood by S.T. Gibson

Joe’s Titles:

Midnight for Charlie Bone by Jenny Nimmo (following Katie’s lead!!)
The Wig in the Window by Kristen Kittscher
Witchlight by Jessi Zabarsky

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Provoking Strong Emotions with Ava Reid Aug 12, 2024

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Emma interviews Ava Reid about her newest book, Lady Macbeth. Emma and Ava also chat about the writing process, A Series of Unfortunate Events, capricious lords, avoiding reviews, and so much more. You can keep up with Ava Reid on Instagram.

Lady Macbeth audiobook.

You can listen to Pro Book Nerds Most Anticipated Books of 2024 episode here and find more gothic reads in The House That Gothic Reads Built episode here.

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Hot Off the Press: August 2024 Must-Read Book Releases! Aug 01, 2024

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Staying cool this summer? Whether you're looking for a book to end the summer by the beach with, or you want to steam things up in the AC, we've got some recommendations for you! Come and join Joe and Emma as they go through the books they're looking forward to this August.

August author interviews:

Lady Macbeth by Ava Reid
Daydream by Hannah Grace

Nerds' catch-up mentions:

It Had to Be You by Eliza Jane Brazier
Birding with Benefits by Sarah T. Dubb
Wolfsong by TJ Klune

Titles mentioned in this episode:

Emma's titles:

Dark Restraint by Katee Robert
Wisteria by Adalyn Grace
House of Glass by Sarah Pekkanen
Good Boy by Elle Kennedy, Sarina Bowen
Long Live Evil by Sarah Rees Brennan
You Will Never Be Me by Jesse Q. Sutanto
The Phoenix Keeper by S.A. MacLean
Mistress of Lies by K. M. Enright
We Love the Nightlife by Rachel Koller Croft
The Silence Factory by Bridget Collins
Sync by Ellen Hopkins

Joe’s titles:

That Librarian by Amanda Jones
McMillions by James Lee Hernandez and Brian Lazarte
How to Leave the House by Nathan Newman
The Pairing by Casey McQuiston
And So I Roar by Abi Daré
Sunderworld, Volume I by Ransom Riggs
Here Lies a Vengeful Bitch by Codie Crowley
Holly Horror: The Longest Night by Michelle Jabès Copora
Pearl by Sherri L. Smith, Christine Norrie
Loving, Ohio by Matthew Erman, Sam Beck

Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today’s episode in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace.

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Getting LOUD with Drew Afualo Jul 29, 2024

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On this episode, Joe is joined by Content Creator, Women's Rights Advocate, Podcast Host, Author and Virgo Drew Afualo! They talk about Drew's new book LOUD, what got Drew online, what motivates her throughout her career, how writing worked in her intense schedule and just have an all-out great time yapping!

Drew’s new book LOUD: Accept Nothing Less Than the Life You Deserve publishes July 30th and is available for pre-order now at https://drew-afualo.com

You can find Drew at: https://drew-afualo.com or on social media: TikTok: @drewafualo // IG: @drewafualo // Twitter: @drewafualo !

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Introducing The Film Library Jul 18, 2024

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Emma and Joe recommend The Film Library podcast!

Follow the show: The Film Library: a Kanopy Podcast.

Watch season 1 here.

Dive into the rich world of cinema with The Film Library, a brand-new podcast presented by Kanopy, the free streaming service available through participating public and academic libraries. Join hosts Alonso Duralde and Daniel Thompson as they explore the diverse universe of filmmaking. With over 30,000 films and TV shows available at your fingertips, Kanopy offers a haven for film lovers. From swoon-worthy rom-coms to eye-opening documentaries, without the hassle of subscription fees or ads.

Each episode features a unique guest from various corners of the industry offering listeners an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the art and craft of film. Whether you're a seasoned cinephile or just starting your film journey, The Film Library provides an insightful, engaging, and educational experience. Tune in to discover hidden gems and hear the stories behind the camera, all accessible with your library card at http://www.kanopy.com/.

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Escape to Middletide with Sarah Crouch Jul 15, 2024

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Emma welcomes debut author Sarah Crouch to the podcast to discuss her book, Middletide! They chat about the book, the writing process, how Sarah found her agent, 90s nostalgia, inspiration from Harlan Coben and Frieda McFadden, the value of libraries, and escapism in reading.

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Buckaroo Banter: Chuck Tingle Talks BURY YOUR GAYS Jul 08, 2024

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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 Marketplace.

Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!

We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve got merch! Check out our two shirts in The OverDrive Shop (all profits are donated to the ALA Literacy Clearinghouse).

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The Hottest Summer Book Releases - July 2024 Book Picks Jun 27, 2024

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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 Ostow, illustrated by Christian Cornia
Not Another Love Song by Julie Soto
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Beneath These Cursed Stars by Lexi Ryan
Heads Will Roll by Josh Winning
Dishonestly Yours by Krista Ritchie & Becca Ritchie
The Last One by Rachel Howzell Hall * at the time of recording, the publication date had not yet been changed. This title now releases later in 2024.
Ladykiller by Katherine Wood
Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManus

Joe’s Titles:

Sharing Space by Cady Coleman
Die Hot with a Vengeance by Sable Yong
The Dallergut Dream Department Store by Miye Lee
Youth Group by Jordan Morris, Bowen McCurdy
A Darker Mischief by Derek Milman
Cursed Boys and Broken Hearts by Adam Sass
The Blonde Dies First by Joelle Wellington
The Night of Baba Yaga by Akria Otani
Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight
The Astrology House by Carinn Jade

Need a refresher on what our most anticipated books of the year are? Listen here: PBN’s Most Anticipated Books of 2024 episode

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 out the Libby Life Blog!

We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve got merch! Check out our two shirts in The OverDrive Shop (all profits are donated to the ALA Literacy Clearinghouse).

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Your Guide to Completing the Pro Book Nerds 2024 Reading Challenge Jun 20, 2024

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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 Light by Lynnell Edwards
The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green

A book with main characters that are a different age than you

House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas

A book on your TBR longer than 1 year

Who Could That Be at This Hour by Lemony Snicket
Romancing Mister Bridgerton by Julia Quinn

An audiobook (full cast or dramatized!)

A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson
House of Earth and Blood, Part 2 by Sarah J. Maas

A book in translation

A Magical Girl Retires by Park Seolyeon
Reykjavik by Ragnar Jonasson

Reread a childhood favorite

Angus, Thongs and Full-Frontal Snogging by Louise Rennison
Crank by Ellen Hopkins

Book with dual POV

Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez

Read a duology

Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo
One Dark Window by Rachel Gillig

A book with a one-word title

Sheets by Brenna Thummler
Tomie – Juno Ito

A book from any bestseller list

Rouge by Mona Awad
Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward
Think Twice by Harlan Coben

A book your first heard about on PBN

Diavola by Jennifer Thorne
Garlic and the Witch by Bree Paulsen

A book out of season

So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison (takes place in Winter)
This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune (Summer)

Check out Joe's conversation with Daniel Handler aka Lemony Snicket here. Listen to Emma's chat with Harlan Coben here. Want to hear more about seasonal reading, listen to our Seasons of Books episode here.

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Behind the Scares: A Conversation with Paul Tremblay on Horror Movie Jun 17, 2024

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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 bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!

We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve got merch! Check out our two shirts in The OverDrive Shop (all profits are donated to the ALA Literacy Clearinghouse).

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