Book Lounge by Libby

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Hispanic Heritage Month: A Conversation on Writing, Identity, and Celebration Aug 21, 2025

Show notes

As Season 1 of Book Lounge by Libby comes to a close, we’re getting you ready to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with thoughtful conversations featuring Ann Dávila Cardinal, Isabel Cañas, Cleyvis Natera, Isabel Ibañez, and Tamara Yajía. 🌎 Together, they explore how heritage and identity shape their writing and the stories they share with the world.

In Segment 2, Bre, Carmen, and Cece return with their top book recommendations to keep your shelves stacked with incredible Hispanic voices. 📚✨

✨ Season 2 of Book Lounge by Libby arrives at the end of September!

Want to watch the show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel.

Articles Mentioned and referenced in the Intro & Episode:

https://www.census.gov/newsroom/stories/hispanic-heritage-month.html#:~:text=%E2%80%9CAbout%20National%20Hispanic%20Heritage%20Month,and%20Central%20and%20South%20America.

https://thebookerprizes.com/the-booker-library/features/why-fiction-from-latin-america-is-growing-in-popularity

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/english/community/blog/posts/the-obscured-roots-of-magical-realism/#:~:text=Magical%20Realism%20is%20a%20genre,those%20that%20were%20not%20literate.

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/what-is-magical-realism

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/english/community/blog/posts/the-obscured-roots-of-magical-realism/

https://www.browndailyherald.com/article/2022/10/latin-american-literary-traditions-through-time

https://www.fountaindale.org/magical-realism-and-the-latin-american-boom/

https://bookriot.com/new-latino-boom/

https://thebookerprizes.com/the-booker-library/features/why-fiction-from-latin-america-is-growing-in-popularity

https://coughtibridge.medium.com/alejo-carpentier-surrealism-and-the-birth-of-magical-realism-ca87f029040c

Guest Host Recommendations:

Bre

The Cemetery Boys - Aiden Thomas

The Spy - Paulo Coelho

Vampires of El Norte - Isabel Cañas

The Inheritance of Orquidea Divina - Zoraida Cordova

Carmen

Saints of the Household - Ari Tison

Children of the Land - Marcelo Hernandez Castillo

Magical/Realism - Vanessa Angelica Villarreal

The Bewitching - Silvia Moreno-Garcia

Cece

The Poet X - Elizabeth Acevedo

Cantoras - Caro de Robertis

Wild Beauty - Anna-Marie McLemore

Fever Dream - Samanta Schweblin

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1:

Ann Dávila Cardinal - Website

Isabel Cañas - Website

Cleyvis Natera - Website

Isabel Ibañez - Website

Tamara Yajía - Instagram

Segment 2:

Bre - Links

Carmen – Links

Cece – Links

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:12:29 Segment 1- Part 1: Ann Dávila Cardinal & Isabel Cañas

00:48:31 Segment 1 – Part 2: Cleyvis Natera, Isabel Ibañez & Tamara Yajía

01:33:18 BREAK – Libby Tip: Creating & Using Tags!

01:39:05 Segment 2 – Book Recs with Bre, Carmen & Cece!

02:32:08 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!

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Romantasy Rising: The Explosion of a Genre and What’s Next Aug 14, 2025

Show notes

Romantasy is everywhere right now — and we’re diving deep into the magic, monsters, and swoon-worthy romance fueling its meteoric rise.

In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe sits down with three of the biggest names in the genre — Jennifer L. Armentrout, Olivia Rose Darling, and Katee Robert — to talk about how romantasy took over bookshelves, why it resonates with readers, and where it’s headed next.

Then Meara shares romantasy recommendations to load up your TBR.

Plus, in a Libby Life exclusive, our guests play a rapid-fire round of Romantasy Trope: Love It or Hate It — with some delightfully unexpected answers.

Want to watch the show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel.

Articles Mentioned in the Intro & Episode:

https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/what-is-romantasy-anyway

Guest Host Recommendations:

Meara

Metal Slinger - Rachel Schneider

Lore of the Wilds - Analeigh Sbrana

Sorcery of Thorns - Margaret Rogerson

Bring Me Your Midnight - Rachel Griffin

Devils Like Us - L.T. Thompson

Joe

Cosmic Love at the Multiverse Hair Salon – Ann Mare

Captive Prince – CS Pascat

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1:

Jennifer L. Armentrout - Website

Olivia Rose Darling - Website

Katee Robert - Website

Segment 2:

Meara - Links

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:06:12 Segment 1 – Jennifer L. Armentrout, Olivia Rose Darling & Katee Robert

01:14:47 BREAK – Libby Tip: Early Return Reward!

01:18:04 Segment 2 – Romantasy Recs with Meara

01:49:01 Outro

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Narratives of Legacy: Indigenous Writers on History, Identity, and Survival Aug 07, 2025

Show notes

In this special episode of Book Lounge by Libby, we’re joined by celebrated Indigenous authors Angeline Boulley (Firekeeper’s Daughter, Warrior Girl Unearthed) and Carole Lindstrom (We Are Water Protectors, Autumn Peltier, Water Warrior) for a powerful conversation on legacy, language, and literature.

Together, we discuss what it means to write from and for their communities, the responsibility of storytelling, and how their work connects generations past, present, and future.

This episode is a celebration of Indigenous identity, survival, and the resilience of story — and an invitation to listen, learn, and uplift.

Plus, Bre and Cece stop by with a few incredible book recs from Indigenous voices you won't want to miss.

📲 Libby Life Exclusive: Head to LibbyLife.com for a bonus moment from the Lounge, where Angeline and Carole share how their ancestors live on through their words.

Want the video episode? Check it out now on the Libby Life YouTube channel!

Articles Mentioned in the Intro & Episode:

https://www.un.org/en/observances/indigenous-day

https://indigenousreadsrising.com/

Guest Host Recommendations:

Bre

Never Whistle at Night - ed. Shane Hawk

The Marrow Thieves - Cherie Dimaline

White Horse - Erika T. Wurth

The Buffalo Hunter Hunter - Stephen Graham Jones

Cece

#NotYourPrincess: Voices of Native American Women - ed. Lisa Charleyboy & Mary Beth Leatherdale

The Break - Katherena Vermette

Sabrina & Corina - Kali Fajardo-Anstine

Ready When You Are - Gary Lonesborough

Joe

Métis Like Me – Tasha Hilderman

My Life: Growing Up Native in America – ed. IllumiNative

Fierce Aunties! - Laurel Goodluck, Ill. Steph Littlebird

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1:

Angeline Boulley - Website

Carole Lindstrom - Website

Segment 2:

Bre - Links

Cece - Links

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:04:51 Segment 1 – Angeline Boulley & Carole Lindstrom

00:58:09 BREAK – Libby Tip: Audiobook Tips & Tricks

01:00:58 Segment 2 – Indigenous Recs with Bre & Cece

01:46:52 Outro

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The Battle Over Books: Publishers, Libraries & Banned Authors Speak Out Jul 31, 2025

Show notes

Book bans are rising at an alarming rate—but librarians, authors, and publishers are fighting back. In this powerful episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by librarian and intellectual freedom advocate Amanda Jones, bestselling author Kalynn Bayron (This Poison Heart), veteran librarian and censorship expert Pat R. Scales, and Skip Dye, SVP at Penguin Random House. Together, they dive into the impact of censorship on libraries, communities, and the future of publishing.

Plus, stick around for a banned books spotlight featuring Joe, Bre, and Meara, where they share a few of their must-read titles that have faced bans or challenges.

📚 Let’s talk about what it means to protect the freedom to read.

Want the video version of the show? Visit the Libby App YouTube channel!

Articles Mentioned in the Intro & Episode:

What's a book ban anyway? Depends on who you ask

Manuscripts Don’t Burn: a Timeline of Literary Censorship, Destruction, and Liberation

American Library Association Names Skip Dye Honorary Member

The Persistent Problem of Colorism: Skin Tone, Status, and Inequality

Under fire from state, Hillsborough’s Ayres pledges to pull more books

Guest Host Recommendations:

Bre

The Bluest Eye - Toni Morrison

Invisible Man - Ralph Ellison

Their Eyes Were Watching God – Zora Neale Hurston

Meara

Pet - Akwaeke Emezi

The Midnight Lie - Marie Rutkoski

Fahrenheit 451 – Ray Bradbury

Joe

Flamer – Mike Curato

The Magic Fish – Trung Le Nguyen

All Boys Aren’t Blue - George M. Johnson

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1:

Amanda Jones - Links

Kalynn Bayron - Website

Pat R. Scales - LinkedIn

Skip Dye – Penguin Random House

Segment 2:

Bre - Links

Meara - Links

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:05:54 Segment 1, Part 1: Amanda Jones, Kalynn Bayron, Pat R. Scales

00:50:33 Segment 1, Part 2: Skip Dye

01:17:54 BREAK

01:19:01 Segment 2: Book Recommendations with Bre, Meara & Joe

02:11:38 Outro

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Panels with Purpose: Creators on the Power of Graphic Novels Jul 24, 2025

Show notes

In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, we explore the powerful world of graphic novels. In our first segment, Joe is joined by a brilliant panel of creators—mother-daughter duo Hallie Bateman & Suzy Hopkins, Maia Kobabe, and Mattie Lubchansky—to discuss how graphic novels have evolved, the importance of accessibility, the unique creative process behind visual storytelling, and the lasting impact of their work.

Then in segment two, guest hosts Bre, Carmen, and Cece stop by with stellar graphic novel recommendations for your TBR—whether you’re a long-time fan or just getting started.

Articles Mentioned in the Intro:

The rise of the graphic novel: Mainstream and small screen, they're not just for kids anymore

History of Graphic Novels: Ancient Times to 1920

Guest Host Recommendations:

Carmen

Tales from La Vida edited by Frederick Luis Aldama

Miss Quinces by Kat Fajardo

Parable of the Sower by Octavia E. Butler

On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder

Cece

Camp Prodigy by Caroline Palmer

On a Sunbeam by Tillie Walden

Squad by Maggie Tokuda-Hall (author) & Lisa Sterle (illustrator)

Check, Please! Book 1: #Hockey by Ngozi Ukazu

Bre

Monster by Naoki Urasawa

Bitterroot by Walker, Brown, Greene, Renzi, and Cowles

Earthdivers by Stephen Graham Jones

The Best we Could Do by Thi Bui

Joe

Animorphs vol. 1 – KA Applegate, Michael Grant

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1:

Hallie Bateman - Website

Suzy Hopkins - Instagram

Maia Kobabe - Website

Mattie Lubchansky - Website

Segment 2:

Bre – Links

Carmen – Links

Cece - Links

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:05:52 Segment 1 – Hallie Bateman & Suzy Hopkins, Maia Kobabe & Mattie Lubchansky

00:54:50 BREAK – Check out PlotThreadsShop.com & a Libby Tip – Deep Search!

00:57:55 Segment 2 – Bre, Carmen & Cece

01:43:11 Outro

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Sun, Sand & Stories: Authors on Crafting the Perfect Summer Read Jul 17, 2025

Show notes

What makes a book the perfect beach read? In this sunny episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by authors Clémence Michallon, Jonathan Parks-Ramage, Megan Miranda, and Sara Hamdan for a lively conversation about the art of crafting a summer page-turner. From thrillers to romances and everything in between, they unpack what “beach read” really means, how they keep readers hooked, and—crucially—their go-to writing snacks.

Then in segment two, Amy, Bre, Cece, Jananie, and Kayla stop by with top-tier book recommendations to toss in your tote bag, whether you're headed to the coast or just catching rays on your lunch break.

Pack your sunscreen and press play!

Check out the video version of this episode on the Libby App YouTube Channel.

Article mentioned in the intro:

What Makes a Book a Beach Read?

Guest Host Recommendations:

Amy Allen Clark

Sister, Sinner by Claire Hoffman (biography)

Slanting Towards the Sea by Lidija Hilje

Bre

The Oath – TM Richardson

The Wishing Pool – Tananarive Due

Jananie

Never Been Better – Leanne Toshiko Simpson

The Bandit Queens – Parini Shroff

Cece

Cleat Cute – Meryl Wilsner

Guillotine – Delilah S. Dawson

Drowning – TJ Newman

Kayla

Every Time I Go on Vacation, Someone Dies - Catherine Mack

Sweethand- N.G. Peltier

A House on the Bottom of the Lake – Josh Mallerman

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1

Clémence Michallon - Website

Jonathan Parks-Ramage - Website

Megan Miranda - Website

Sara Hamdan - Website

Segment 2

Amy Allen Clark - Links

Bre - Links

Cece - Links

Jananie K. Velu - Links

Kayla - Links

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:08:18 Segment 1 - Clémence Michallon, Jonathan Parks-Ramage, Megan Miranda, Sara Hamdan

00:54:57 BREAK – Check out Plot Threads Shop!

00:56:10 Segment 2 – Book Recommendations with Amy, Bre and Jananie!

01:30:24 Segment 2 – Book Recommendations with Cece and Kayla!

01:44:46 Outro

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Summer Reading Magic: Authors on Writing for Young Readers Jul 10, 2025

Show notes

What makes a summer read unforgettable for kids and teens? In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by authors Jamie Sumner, Kelsey Impicciche, and Julie Soto for a sunny conversation all about Summer Reading Magic.

They explore what defines a great summer book across different age groups, how they tailor their writing to young readers, and the power of stories to inspire, comfort, and reflect today’s youth.

The group also shares nostalgic memories of library reading programs, talks about trends and representation in current kidlit and YA, and offers insight into helping young readers fall in love with books—this summer and beyond.

Want to watch the video version of our show? Watch now on the Libby App YouTube channel!

Guest Host Recommendations:

Part 1:

Carmen

Canto Contigo by Jonny Garza Villa

A Cruel Thirst by Angela Montoya

Ballad & Dagger-An Outlaw Saints Novel by Daniel José Older

Cece

To Night Owl from Dogfish by Holly Goldberg Sloan & Meg Wolitzer

This Is What It Feels Like by Rebecca Barrow

Fireborne by Rosaria Munda

Joe

Witchlings – Claribel A. Ortega

Scepter of Memories – Claribel A. Ortega

The 99 Boyfriends of Micah Summers – Adam Sass

Cursed Boys and Broken Hearts – Adam Sass

Surrender Your Sons – Adam Sass

Your Lonely Nights Are Over – Adam Sass

Part 2:

Bre

The Last Dragon on Mars by Scott Reintgen

Hide and Seeker by Daka Harmon

Root Magic by Eden Royce

Meara

The Girl Who Kept the Castle by Ryan Graudin

The Vanquishers by Kalynn Bayron

We Are All So Good at Smiling by Amber McBride

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1:

Jamie Sumner - Website

Julie Soto - Website

Kelsey Impicciche - Website

Segment 2:

Bre - Links

Carmen - Links

Cece - Links

Meara - Links

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:05:09 Segment 1 – Jamie Sumner & Kelsey Impicciche

00:55:47 Segment 1 – Julie Soto

01:25:30 BREAK – Libby Tip: Read Alongs, Filters and more!

01:31:01 Segment 2 – Book Recommendations with Carmen & Cece

02:00:36 Segment 2 – Book Recommendations with Bre & Meara!

02:43:21 Outro

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Who’s Behind Your Next Favorite Read? Meet Our Guest Hosts! Jul 03, 2025

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In this episode of Book Lounge, we're handing the mic to the readers behind the recs! Meet our guest hosts who'll be joining us all season long to share their themed picks!

To get to know everyone, they'll be answering our version of the New BookTuber Tag - diving into their reading tastes, love of libraries and vibe essentials - so you can get to know the people helping you grow your TBR.

Whether you're into horror, romance, fantasy or anything in between, there's a guest you're about to fall in love with!

Find our guest hosts online:

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:01:26 Amy Allen Clark - Mom Advice

00:14:01 Carmen - Tomes and Textiles

00:21:07 Cece - Problems of a Book Nerd

00:26:45 Mid Way Break

00:28:20 Bre - Loc'd Booktician

00:36:18 Kayla - Books and Lala

00:40:59 Meara - Meara is Reading

00:50:05 Jananie K. Velu - This Story Ain't Over

00:54:56 Outro

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From Beach Bags to Bedside Tables: July’s Must-Read Picks Jun 30, 2025

Show notes

It’s a bonus episode, book lovers! Joe is joined by friend and fellow bookworm Emma to chat about the July 2025 releases they're most excited to add to their TBR piles.

Whether you’re craving rom-coms, thrillers, fantasy, or something a little spooky, here's a stack of reads to keep your summer sizzling.

From campus drama and romantic tension to magical greenhouses, haunted tunnels, and dragon-slaying heroines—there’s something for everyone this month. Add these titles to your TBR and check them out on Libby! Want to watch the video version of our show? Watch now on the ⁠Libby App YouTube channel⁠!

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:01:11 Guest Intro - Emma!

00:03:01 Catching up with Emma

00:13:45 July Book Release Recommendations

01:03:21 Outro Titles mentioned in this episode

Emma’s Picks:

⁠Mean Moms⁠ by Emma Rosenblum

⁠Rose in Chains⁠ by Julie Soto (⁠https://share.libbyapp.com/title/11316498⁠)
⁠The Irresistible Urge to Fall for Your Enemy⁠ by Brigitte Knightley
⁠Wrath of the Dragons⁠ by Olivia Rose Darling
⁠A Forbidden Alchemy⁠ by Stacey McEwan
⁠Our Last Resort⁠ by Clémence Michallon
⁠Arcana Academy⁠ by Elise Kova
⁠Maid for Each Other⁠ by Lynn Painter
⁠Overruled⁠ by Lana Ferguson

Joe's Picks:

⁠The Enchanted Greenhouse⁠ – Sarah Beth Durst
⁠Rush Week⁠ – Michelle Brandon
⁠The Art of Vanishing⁠ – Morgan Pager
⁠Mayra⁠ – Nicky Gonzalez
⁠The Bewitching⁠ – Silva Moreno-Garcia
⁠Miss Camper⁠ – Kat Fajardo
⁠Predatory Natures⁠ – Amy Goldsmith
⁠The Yomigaeri Tunnel⁠ – Kelly Murashige
⁠This is Where We Die⁠ – Cindy RX He

Links from this episode:

You can follow Emma's bookish updates on ⁠Instagram⁠
Find out more about Amy Allen Clark's ⁠2025 Summer Reading Guide⁠!

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 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!

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Pride in Publishing: How Queer Stories Shape Readers Jun 26, 2025

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Happy Pride 🌈💖! In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, we’re celebrating LGBTQ+ voices and the power of queer storytelling.

In the first half of the show, Joe sits down for heartfelt, honest conversations with authors Andrew Joseph White, Juno Dawson, Susie Dumond, and Emily Austin. Each shares their unique experience as a queer writer—what inspires them, the challenges they face, and the joy of connecting with readers who see themselves in their stories.

Then, our guest hosts Carmen, Cece, Jananie, Kayla, and Meara return to the lounge with a list of incredible Pride Month reads to add to your TBR—this year and every year.

Want to watch the video version of our show? Watch now on the Libby App YouTube channel!

Time Stamps:

00:00:00 Title

00:00:16 Intro

00:07:56 Juno Dawson & Susie Dumond

00:53:10 Andrew Joseph White

01:27:56 Emily Austin

01:51:19 Midroll Break - Plot Threads

01:52:36 Book Recommendations

02:55:36 Outro

Guest Host Recommendations:

Carmen's Picks:

Blackouts - Justin Torres

The Sunbearer Trials - Aiden Thomas

These Vengeful Gods – Gabe Cole Novoa

Bad Girls – Camila Sosa Villada

Cece’s Picks:

Juliet Takes a Breath - Gabby Rivera

Love & Other Disasters - Anita Kelly

Hell Followed With Us – Andrew Joseph White

Jananie’s Picks:

Fundamentally – Nussaibah Younis

The Legend of Meneka – Kritka H. Rao

Marriage of a Thousand Lies – SJ Sindu

Kayla’s Picks:

Felix Ever After- Kacen Callender

Monstrilio- Gerardo Sámano Córdova

It Came from the Closet – ed. Joe Vallese

Meara’s Picks:

This Princess Kills Monsters - Ry Herman

The Space Between Worlds - Micaiah Johnson

That Inevitable Victorian Thing - E.K. Johnston

Joe’s Picks:

Messy Roots – Laura Gao

Bath Haus – PJ Vernon

Hombrecito – Santiago Jose Sanchez

Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:

Segment 1:

Part 1:

Juno Dawson - ⁠Instagram⁠

Susie Dumond - ⁠Website⁠

Part 2:

Andrew Joseph White - Website

Part 3:

Emily Austin - Website

Segment 2:

Carmen - @tomesandtextiles Linktree

Cece - @ceceewing_ Linktree

Jananie K. Velu – @thisstoryaintover Website

Kayla - @booksandlala Linktree

Meara - @mearaisreading Links

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