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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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- 1 weeks ago1h 7m
Monsters, Ghosts & Trad Wives, OH MY! | Monster Horror Book Recommendations
Monsters! Ghosts! Trad wives! Oh my! 🎃👻 It's time to get a little monstrous in the Book Lounge. Joe is joined by Meara and Kenzie Deerin for a Halloween-ready conversation packed with monster horror books, creepy folklore, unsettling creatures and dark reads that crawl under your skin. From terrifying transformations to the things lurking in the shadows, we're serving up horror book recommendations for every kind of reader who likes their stories a little strange. Whether you're a lifelong horror reader or looking for your next spooky-season obsession, we've got recommendations to add to your TBR. So, grab your favorite blanket, keep an eye on the shadows and join us for a delightfully creepy trip through the reading world. Powered by libraries. Made for readers. Happy reading! 🖤 Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Kenzie Deerin – Instagram Meara – Links Book Recommendations: Kenzie’s Picks: Ring Shout - P.Djèlí Clark My Darling Dreadful Thing - Johanna van Veen The Possession of Alba Dìaz - Isabel cãnas On Sundays She Picked Flowers – Yah Yah Scholfield Meara's Picks: Girl Dinner & Masters of Death – Olivie Blake Before the Devil Knows You're Here - Autumn Krause Bad Cree - Jessica Johns The Changing Man – Tomi Oyemakinde Lute – Jennifer Thorne The Gathering Dark: An Anthology of Folk Horror – Tori Bovalino Woman, Eating - Claire Kohda Bad Girls Don’t Die - Katie Alender Joe's Picks: Mongrels – Stephen Graham Jones Man Made Monsters – Andrea L. Rogers, Illus. Jeff Edwards Coffin Moon – Keith Rosson From Below – Darcy Coates Never Whistle at Night & Never Whistle at Night II: Back for Blood – ed. Shane Hawk, Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Welcome and Introductions 00:02:55 Some monster horror questions 00:17:07 Book recommendations 01:02:43 Comment question 01:03:00 Thank you 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 at https://www.instagram.com/bookloungepod/ Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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/41971 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 6m
Build Your Horror Triptych: Horror Books for Beginners
Want to read horror but have absolutely no idea where to start? Welcome to your first step into the spooky side of the reading world! 🎃 Joe Skelley is joined by Amy Allen Clark and Kenzie Deerin to build the ultimate horror triptych: a grouping of recommendations designed to help you find your way into horror, whether you're a curious beginner, a certified scaredy-cat or a reader who just hasn't found the right nightmare yet. From creepy and atmospheric to genuinely terrifying, we're talking about how to find horror books that match your comfort level, discover what scares you (in the best way) and figure out where to go next. Because horror isn't one-size-fits-all, and you absolutely do not have to start with the book that will keep you awake until 3 a.m. Ready to dip your toes into the dark? Pull up a chair, grab your coziest blanket and let's find your next spooky read. Book Lounge by Libby is powered by libraries and made for readers. Find your next favorite horror book with your library card and the Libby app. Happy reading... and maybe leave a light on. 👻 Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Amy Allen Clark – links 30 Modern Gothic Novels: https://momadvice.com/post/modern-gothic-novels 12 Classic Gothic Novels: https://momadvice.com/post/classic-gothic-novels Kenzie Deerin – Instagram Blackoween – Instagram Book Recommendations: Amy's Picks: The Whitechapel Full Moon Society –Elizabeth DeLozier Marion – Leah Rowan On Sundays She Picked Flowers – Yah Yah Scholfield The Sleeping Sisters – Jennifer Gibbon Kenzie's Picks: Hazelthorn – CG Drews The Spirit Bares its Teeth – Andrew Joseph White Play Nice – Rachel Harrison The Winter Folk – Jen Julien Joe's Picks: Something in the Walls – Daisy Pearce The Haunting of Hill House, We Have Always Lived in the Castle – Shirley Jackson Episode Thirteen – Craig DiLouie 13 Months Haunted – Jimmy Juliano Mexican Gothic – Silvia Moreno-Garcia Just Like Home – Sarah Gailey The September House – Carissa Orlando Victorian Psycho – Virginia Feito Diavola – Jennifer Thorne Cackle – Rachel Harrison So Thirsty, Such Sharp Teeth, Black Sheep The Bewitching – Silvia Moreno-Garcia VenCo – Cherie Dimaline Jackal – Erin E. Adams The Broken Girls, The Book of Cold Cases, Ghost 19, The Sun Down Motel - Simone St. James Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Welcome and introductions 00:01:10 What drew you to horror? 00:09:42 Getting started with horror recommendations 01:01:17 Horror isn’t exactly what you think 01:01:55 Comment question 01:02:28 Thank you 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 at https://www.instagram.com/bookloungepod/ Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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/41970 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 2 weeks ago1h 8m
Getting Started with Horror: Why We Love to Be Scared
What makes us want to be scared? Why do we keep coming back for more? And how do you get started with horror if you're not sure where to begin? This Halloween season, we're opening the door to the wonderfully weird world of horror with authors Tiffany D. Jackson, Jonny Sims and Jonathan Edward Durham! We're talking about what first drew them to horror, what excites them about the genre today and what's next for horror readers. From the stories that get under our skin to the possibilities that keep horror fresh, this is a thoughtful, lively conversation about why we love to be scared. Whether you're a seasoned horror reader or just testing the waters before spooky season gets into full swing, pull up a chair. Your next favorite kind of scary might be waiting. Book Lounge by Libby is powered by libraries and made for readers. Find your next read for FREE with your library card and the Libby app. Happy haunting, horror fans! Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Tiffany D. Jackson – Website, Instagram Jonny Sims – Website, Instagram Jonathan Durham – Website, Instagram Some books by our guests: The Weight of Blood – Tiffany D. Jackson Ghost in the Night – Tiffany D. Jackson Winterset Hollow – Jonathan Edward Durham The Burn Line – Jonathan Sims Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Intro and Welcome 00:03:01 What was your earliest introduction to horror? 00:18:41 Reading horror vs watching horror 00:27:21 What does horror give us? 00:40:50 Horror recognized in publishing 00:58:00 How future generations will continue horror 01:00:07 Lightning Round 01:04:45 Comment Question 01:05:10 Thank you 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 at https://www.instagram.com/bookloungepod/ Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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
- 3 weeks ago1h 0m
Epic Reads Inspired by Myths, Legends and Folklore
What happens when ancient myths meet modern storytelling? We get some VERY good books. We're wrapping up Myth and Legends Week on Book Lounge by Libby with Meara and Kenzie Deerin, sharing epic reads inspired by mythology, folklore, fairy tales and urban legends. From reimagined gods and legendary figures to fresh takes on familiar stories, these books prove that there's always another way to tell a legend. Whether you love seeing ancient tales through a new lens, discovering folklore from different traditions or finding fantasy stories that put an unexpected spin on the classics, we've got recommendations for your next great read. Join us as we revisit the stories that have shaped generations and celebrate the authors giving them a whole new life. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Kenzie Deerin – Instagram Meara – Links Book Recommendations: Kenzie's Picks: A Dark and Wild Wood - Sarah Nicole Lemon I, Medusa - Ayana Gray Where the Dark Stands Still - A.B. Poranek This Immortal Heart - Jennifer Saint A Feather So Black - Lyra Selene Meara's Picks: Soul of Shadow – Emma Noyes Body Count – Cody Crowley A Spindle Splintered – Alix E. Harrow A Mirror Mended – Alix E. Harrow Small Favors – Erin A. Craig Elatsoe – Darcie Little Badger Joe's Picks: The House with Chicken Legs – Sophie Anderson The Minotaur Takes a Cigarette Break – Steven Sherrill Kaikeyi – Vaishnavi Patel The Vine That Ate the South – JD Wilkes Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Welcome and Intro 00:02:00 Catching up with Meara & Kenzie 00:03:14 Getting to know our guests’ mythology background! 00:16:33 Myth & Legend Book Recs 00:56:43 Comment question of the day! 00:57:02 Thank you & 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 at https://www.instagram.com/bookloungepod/ Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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/41741 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- 3 weeks ago37 min
Josh Malerman on Other Mommy, Incidents Around the House & Fear
What happens when the thing keeping you up at night becomes a movie? 👀 Horror author Josh Malerman is in the Book Lounge, and we're getting into the deliciously terrifying world of Incidents Around the House and its film adaptation, Other Mommy. From the inspiration behind one of modern horror's creepiest stories to the creative process that brings nightmares to life, Josh joins Joe for a conversation about horror writing, storytelling, the things that scare us most and what happens when your imagination gets a little too good at its job. Whether you discovered Josh through Bird Box, devoured Incidents Around the House or are gearing up to experience Other Mommy, this is your chance to get inside the mind of the author behind the nightmares. Consider this your warning: you might want to leave a light on. Welcome to Book Lounge by Libby, your favorite corner of the reading world. Powered by libraries. Made for readers. Happy reading! (And, you know, maybe sleep with the closet door closed.) Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Josh Malerman - Instagram Some books by Josh Malerman: Incidents Around the House Bird Box Daphne Pictures of You Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:19 Welcome and Intro 00:02:10 What were you feeling seeing OTHER MOMMY 00:08:27 You can be shallow or deep within horror 00:16:05 What made you put us in a child’s POV 00:21:50 Writing soundscape 00:24:51 Changing the Title 00:30:29 Did Jessica Chastain’s portrayal change the story for you? 00:34:02 Comment Question 00:34:21 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 at https://www.instagram.com/bookloungepod/ Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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
- 3 weeks ago1h 52m
Ancient Stories, Modern Readers: Retelling Mythology with Madeline Miller & Nikita Gill
What happens when ancient myths meet modern perspectives? The stories we thought we knew get a whole new life. This week on Book Lounge by Libby, Joe sits down with bestselling author Madeline Miller and poet and author Nikita Gill to explore the art of retelling mythology and ancient stories for modern readers. From reimagining legendary figures to finding new meaning in centuries-old tales, we’re diving into why these stories endure, whose voices deserve to be heard and what happens when we look at the ancient world through a contemporary lens. Whether you love Greek mythology, mythological fiction, feminist retellings or discovering a fresh perspective on a familiar legend, this episode is for you. Two incredible authors. Thousands of years of storytelling. So many reasons to revisit the classics. Welcome to Book Lounge by Libby, your favorite corner of the reading world. Powered by libraries. Made for readers. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Madeline Miller - Links Nikita Gill - Website Some of our guests' books: The Song of Achilles – Madeline Miller Circe – Madeline Miller Galatea – Madeline Miller Mestra – Madeline Miller Hekate – Nikita Gill Styx – Nikita Gill Nyx – Nikita Gill Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Welcome to Segment 1 with Madeline Miller 00:01:30 What is your earliest memory with mythology? 00:19:35 Writing about mythology doesn’t have a responsibility to history 00:47:22 Storytelling and connecting to others 00:55:19 No one has to do homework before reading my books 01:01:11 Who would play Achilles? 01:03:28 Welcome Nikita Gill! 01:04:44 What was your introduction to mythology? 01:24:54 How do you tell your stories? 01:33:04 Americans can be so optimistic 01:41:30 Nikita’s advice to young writers 01:48:50 Comment question of the day 01:49:32 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 bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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/41744 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 8, 20261h 18m
Adventure Reads That Keep You Up All Night
Adventure isn’t dead. It’s just waiting for you on the next page. Host Joe Skelley is joined by Amy Allen Clark (@momadvice) and creator Joe Zawada (@joezawadareads) to keep the adventure conversation going with a stack of adventure stories that bring the danger, drama, twists and absolutely zero respect for your bedtime. From high stakes journeys to impossible odds and the kind of books that make “I’ll read one chapter” a hilarious lie, we’re sharing adventure book recommendations that will keep you reading all night. If you’re looking for your next great adventure read, consider this your very official excuse to ignore your sleep schedule. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Amy Allen Clark - Links Joe Zawada - Links Book Recommendations: Amy's Picks: Runner - Ashton Lattimore Castle of Water - Dane Huckelbridge My Sister’s Going to Kill Me - Nina Simon The Force of Such Beauty - Barbara Bourland Fishbone Cinderella - Elizabeth Lim Joe Z's Picks: Taipei Story – RF Kuang The Knight and the Moth - Rachel Gillig Sublimation - Isabel J. Kim Destiny’s Edge - M.L. Wang Tempest - Victoria Aveyard Joe S's Picks: The Girl from the Sea – Lee Knox Ostertag Gumshoe – Brenna Thummler Millie of the Manor - Karina Evans, Andrea Bell 438 Days – Jonathan Franklin Lost in the Valley of Death – Harley Rustad Canon – Paige Lewis Honey in Her Veins – Ruth McKell Project V – Park Seolyeon Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Welcome and Intro 00:02:44 What our guests think of when they hear Adventure Story 00:11:56 Adventure Recommendations 01:14:43 Comment Question 01:15:03 Thank you 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 bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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/41743 Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Oct 6, 20261h 2m
Witchlings: Celebrating the Series Finale with Claribel A. Ortega
The Witchlings series has reached its magical finale, and we’re celebrating with the author herself! In this bonus episode of Book Lounge by Libby, host Joe Skelley sits down with Claribel A. Ortega to look back at the Witchlings series as a whole, from its magical world and unforgettable characters to friendship, identity, growing up and all the twists and turns along the way. With the final Witchlings book releasing today, this conversation celebrates the journey to the series finale, what Witchlings has meant to Claribel and what it feels like to bring this magical story to an end. Spoiler note: The first 16 minutes are spoiler-free. Light spoilers begin around 16:09, and we’ll give you a warning before discussing any major spoilers. If you’ve read the Witchlings series, are finishing the finale or simply love magical middle grade fantasy, come hang out with us! If YOU want the chance to win the complete Witchlings series, go enter to win on our Instagram @BookLoungePod Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Joe – Instagram Claribel A. Ortega – Website, Instagram, Join the Witchlings Discord Books by Claribel: The Witchlings Series: Witchlings The Golden Frog Games House of Elephants Scepter of Memories The Sea Witch Prophecy Ghost Squad Frizzy The Girl and the Robobt – Oz Rodriguez, Claribel A. Ortega Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:20 Intro and welcome to Claribel A. Ortega! 00:04:54 Writing the final book 00:10:09 Why five books felt right for Witchlings 00:11:40 What will Claribel miss most about the world of Witchlings 00:16:09 Spolier-light recap of the series 00:23:59 Monstruos mythology, identity and childhood storytelling 00:41:44 Spoiler discussion begins for book 5 00:55:12 The essence of Witchlings 00:55:43 A message to longtime readers 00:57:22 Comment question of the day! 00:57:32 GIVEAWAY DETAILS! 00:58:21 Thank you and farewell 00:59:39 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 bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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
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