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    Book Lounge by Libby

    Book Lounge by Libby is your cozy reading corner of the internet. Hosted by Joe Skelley, each episode invites you into candid and thoughtful conversations about books, writing, publishing and the trends shaping what we read (plus reading recommendations you won’t want to miss). 

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    Book Lounge airs year-round, with two 10-week seasons each year, featuring publishing conversations on Mondays and paired book recommendations on Thursdays- plus monthly Book Release Radar episodes. We release 1–3 episodes per month between seasons. 

    Reach out to us at bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Happy Reading!

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    Ep. #145 - Young Adult, New Adult, Mystery AND Romance Aug 17, 2017
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    On today's episode, Adam is joined by frequent friends of the pod (and 2/3rds of the 3-headed Sass Monster) Andrea and Christina. The three of them hand out bunches of book recommendations that would best be categorized as falling under Young Adult, New Adult, Mystery AND/OR Romance. They talk diverse books, fan fiction, Andrea's birthday and the fact that since the birth of her child she's been reading some DARK novels.

    Books mentioned on this episode:

    The Arrangement by Sarah Dunn

    Hush by John Hart

    The Last Child By John Hart

    One of us is Lying by Karen M. McManus

    The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah

    Ghost by Jason Reynolds

    Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds

    All American Boys by Jason Reynolds

    The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas

    When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon

    Magic City by Jewell Parker Rhodes

    The Pigeon Man by Joel Edward Stein

    The Lies We Tell Ourselves by Robin Talley

    The Man in the High Castle by Phillip K. Dick

    The Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon

    I'm Thinking of Ending Things by Iain Reid

    The Summer that Melted Everything by Tiffany McDaniel

    Big Little Lies by Lane Moriarty

    The 6 Tudor Queens series by Allison Weir

    The Clipped Wings Series by Helena Hunting

    My Sister Rosa by Justine Larbelestier

    Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll

    Afterwards by Rosamund Lupton

    Fragile by Jandra Sutton

    Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie

    We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson

    Dead House by Dawn Kurtagich

    And the Trees Crept In by Dawn Kurtagich

    Say Hello!
    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #144 -- Brandy Colbert, Author of Little & Lion Aug 14, 2017
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    On today's episode, Adam chats with the incredible Brandy Colbert. Brandy's well known for her debut novel Pointe and her latest book Little & Lion was just released. Brandy and Adam discuss diversity in YA novels, the importance of being able to find characters like yourself in books and what goes into creating her characters.

    We can't recommend Little & Lion enough. It's an incredibly powerful book about understanding and the strength of family bonds. Give a listen!

    Say Hello!
    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #143 -- Jill's Favorite Fantasy Libraries Aug 10, 2017
    Show notes

    As a librarian who loves fantasy novels, Jill naturally loves fantasy novels that feature a fantastic library! For today's episode she's giving a rundown on some of her favorite fantasy libraries and librarians.

    Share your own favorite fantasy libraries by emailing us at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com or find us on Twitter @ProBookNerds

    Books Mentioned in this Episode

    Harry Potter series by JK Rowling

    A Song of Ice and Fire series by George R.R. Martin

    The Kingkiller Chronicle series by Patrick Rothfuss

    The Thursday Next series by Jasper Fforde

    The Invisible Library series by Genevieve Cogman

    Discworld series by Terry Prachett

    Sandman series by Neil Gaiman

    Say Hello!
    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #142 - Meg Cabot! Aug 07, 2017
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    On today's episode, Adam sits down with the incredible and wildly popular bestselling author Meg Cabot. Meg is best known for her Princess Diaries series and she's written 8- books in total, having sold over 25 million copies. Meg is promoting her latest book Royal Crush but we touch on all of her work as she's written books for readers of all ages.

    Meg shares her experiences of struggling before finally getting published, writing under pen names and being persistent in her craft. She also tells us how she stays motivated to create as much content she does and informs us of a project she's working on that she hasn't told anyone else about yet!

    Say Hello!

    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #141 - August Books we're most excited about! Aug 03, 2017
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    The calendar has turned to a new month which means we get to share our picks for the top books of August! Join us as we dive into the new releases coming this month we're most excited for including everything from bestsellers to debut authors, fiction and nonfiction alike! We're crossing all genres here so there is something for everything. Be sure to connect with us and share your favorite new books as well. Our TBR list can never be too long...

    Books mentioned in this episode:

    Of Mess and Moxie by Jen Hatmaker

    The Address by Fiona Davis

    America 51 by Corey Taylor

    The Last Tudor by Philippa Gregory

    Hail to the Chin by Bruce Campbell and Craig Sanborn

    Sour Grapes by Jenny Zhang

    Warbringer by Leigh Bardugo

    Clockwork Dynasty by Daniel Wilson

    The Rattled Bones by S.M. Parker

    The Half-Drowned King by Lianna Hartsuyker

    Little and Lion by Brandy Colbert

    The Readymade Thief by August Rose

    See What I Have Done by Sarah Schmidt

    The Hole by Hye-Young Pyun

    Solo by Kwame Alexander

    Things That Happened Before the Earthquake by Chiara Barzini

    The Dark Net by Benjamin Percy

    Girl in Snow by Danya Kukafka

    The Red-Haired Woman by Orhan Pamuk

    Are You Sleeping by Kathleen Barber

    I'd Rather Be Reading: A Library of Art for Book Lovers

    The Kelloggs by Howard Markel

    Say Hello!

    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #140 - Fiona Davis, Author of The Address Jul 31, 2017
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    Ep. #139 - The Suspense Is Killing Me Jul 27, 2017
    Show notes

    Who doesn't love a good murder to set off their summer vacation? In today's episode, Jill is joined by previous guests Emma, Meghan, and Kristin to discuss some of their favorite mystery, suspense, and thriller books! They also share some of the cozy mysteries they have been reading, complete with puntastic titles.

    Books Mentioned In This Episode:

    Into the Water by Paula Hawkins
    Behind Closed Doors by B.A. Paris
    The Breakdown by B. A. Paris
    My Husband's Wife by Jane Corry
    The Woman in the Window by A. J. Finn
    The Girl Before by JP Delaney
    The Good Daughter by Karin Slaughter
    Pretty Girls by Karin Slaughter
    The Dark Room by Jonathan Moore
    Cormoran Strike series by Robert Galbraith
    The Trespasser by Tana French
    Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore by Matthew Sullivan
    The Marsh King's Daughter by Karen Dionne
    Mister Tender's Girl by Carter Wilson
    In a Dark, Dark Wood by Ruth Ware
    Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware
    The Lying Game by Ruth Ware
    Once Upon a Spine by Kate Carlisle
    Kale to the Queen by Nell Hampton
    Crime and Poetry by Amanda Flower
    Addressed to Kill by Jean Flowers
    The Dying Game by Asa Avdic
    There's Someone Inside Your House by Stephanie Perkins
    Caroline by Sarah Miller

    Say Hello!
    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #138 - Dav Pilkey, Creator of Captain Underpants Jul 24, 2017
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    Tra la Laaa! Today's episode is a chat with legendary children's author and illustrator Dav Pilkey! Dav is best known for creating Captain Underpants which has been read by millions of children around the world and is responsible for countless people falling in love with reading.

    Dav shares how he created his characters and what it feels like to interact with so many fans around the world. He also happens to have the best "Favorite reading spot" of all time.

    Say Hello!
    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #137 - Book Recommendations with Nancy Pearl, America's Librarian Jul 20, 2017
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    On today's episode, Adam and Jill chat with Nancy Pearl! Nancy regularly offers book recommendations on NPR, was named Librarian of the Year in 2011 by Library Journal and even has her own action figure. Nancy has long been known for her ability to recommend books and now she's written her own debut novel, George and Lizzie.

    During the conversation, Nancy discusses her new book, libraries and a whole slew of other fun topics. She then does us the honor of providing loads of book recommendations (listed and linked below). Take a listen!

    Books featured in this episode

    George and Lizzie by Nancy Pearl

    The Boy on the Bridge by M. R. Carey

    The Passage by Justin Cronin

    The Girl with All the Gifts by M. R. Carey

    The Oregon Trail by Rinker Buck

    A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson

    The True Flag by Stephen Kinzer

    The Brothers by Stephen Kinzer

    The Little White Horse by Elizabeth Goudge

    Half Magic by Edward Eager

    Defectors by Joseph Kanon

    A Legacy of Spies by John le Carre

    August Snow by Stephen Mack Jones

    Design for Dying by Renee Patrick

    Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders

    Say Hello!
    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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    Ep. #136 - B. A. Paris, author of The Breakdown Jul 17, 2017
    Show notes

    On today's episode, Adam is joined by #1 bestselling author B. A. Paris whose debut novel, Behind Closed Doors, became an instant international sensation. Her latest novel, The Breakdown, is being released on July 18th and is already garnering massive amounts of buzz and praise.

    During their chat, B. A. discussed the difference between writing her first novel as a complete unknown and writing her second with the expectations of so many readers and what is was like to experience her whirlwind journey to becoming a bestseller. Adam and B. A. spoke about how she finds her ideas in normal everyday experiences as well as the books she read growing up.

    Say Hello!
    Find OverDrive on Facebook at OverDriveforLibraries and Twitter at @ProBookNerds. Email us directly at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com

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    Podcast Overview
    We're not just book nerds: we're professional book nerds and the staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks available through public libraries and schools. Hear about the best books we've read, get personalized recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. For more great reads, find OverDrive on Facebook and Twitter.

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