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Book Lounge by Libby

Book Lounge by Libby

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 The Professional Book Nerds podcast is now, Book Lounge by Libby Book Lounge by Libby is the podcast where authors, book lovers, and industry insiders come together to talk about the stories we love and the impact they have. Hosted by Joe Skelley, each episode invites you into a cozy, candid conversation about books, writing, publishing, and the trends shaping the literary world. PLUS, every episode features book recommendations from some of your favorite online content creators. Book Lounge airs two seasons per year, along with special monthly episodes. Whether you're into sweeping romances, chilling thrillers, epic fantasies, or powerful memoirs, there's something in the Lounge for every reader. So, grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and meet us in the Book Lounge. Find more at: https://pages.libbylife.com/BL-Links Brought to you by Libby, the library app.All rights reserved 2025 Art Social Sciences
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  • March 2026 Book Releases We’re Adding to Our TBR

    March 2026 Book Releases We’re Adding to Our TBR
    Feb 26 2026
    March is bringing the heat 🔥 In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark of the Book Gang Podcast to talk about the March 2026 book releases they cannot wait to read. From buzzy debuts to powerhouse authors returning with new stories, we’re breaking down the titles climbing to the top of our TBR piles. Whether you love literary fiction, thrillers, romance, or genre-bending surprises, this month is stacked. Get your Libby tag ready — we’re giving you plenty of reasons to hit “borrow” and build out your holds list. Looking for even more ideas? Browse Amy’s curated guides: 2026 Debut Books (43 Incredible Titles) 2026 New Releases (47 Book Ideas From Seasoned Voices) Your March reading mood? Officially handled. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Book recommendations: Amy’s Picks: The Shock of the Light – Lori Inglis Hall The Beheading Game – Rebecca Lehmann The Fountain – Casey Scieszka Where the Girls Were – Kate Schatz Lady Tremaine – Rachel Hochhauser Under Water – Tara Menon That's What Friends Are For – Wade Rouse The Truth About Ruby Cooper – Liz Nugent The Night We Met – Abby Jimenez Once and Again – Rebecca Serle Joe’s Picks: Now I Surrender – Álvaro Engrigue 200 Monas – Jan Saenz The Disappointment – Scott Broker Adult Braces – Lindy West The Valley of Vengeful Ghosts – Kim Fu You With the Sad Eyes – Christina Applegate Strange Girls – Sarvat Hasin Sisters in Yellow – Mieko Kawakami Hooked – Asako Yuzuki Wretch – Eric LaRocca Who’s in this episode: Amy Allen Clark – Links Time stamps: 00:00:00 Check out How to Shoot a Ghost on Kanopy! 00:01:36 Title 00:02:00 Intro 00:02:30 Chatting with Amy Allen Clark 00:09:12 March 2026 Book Picks 01:17:47 Closing & 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 bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Inside One’s Company: Obsession, Isolation, and Talking with Ashley Hutson

    Inside One’s Company: Obsession, Isolation, and Talking with Ashley Hutson
    Feb 12 2026
    On this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, we’re trying something a little different—and we’re very excited about it. Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark from the Book Gang podcast to dive deep into One’s Company by Ashley Hutson, a book Amy has been completely obsessed with. We start with a breakdown of the book (mostly spoiler-free), unpacking what worked, what lingered, and why One’s Company gets under your skin in the best way. Then, at the 25-minute mark we do a quick spoiler breakdown, then we’re joined by Ashley Hutson herself for a spoiler-filled conversation about the book, her inspirations, the emotional core of the story, and what it was like bringing this unsettling, unforgettable novel to life. 📚 Spoiler warning: The author interview includes spoilers—so read One’s Company first, then come hang out with us. If you love this book-club-style episode (or want us to do more like it with different books or formats), we want to hear from you! Email Joe at bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com with your thoughts. Check out Ashley’s recent publication “Our Whole History” here! 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 this episode here: https://www.libbylife.com/blog/inside-one-s-company-obsession-isolation-and-talking-with-ashley-hutson-book-lounge-by-libby Who’s in this episode: Amy Allen Clark – Links Find Book Gang on Patreon Ashley Hutson - Website Check out Ashley’s recent publication “Our Whole History” here! Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:22 Intro 00:02:13 Talking One’s Company with Amy Allen Clark 00:25:55 Spoiler breakdown of One’s Company 00:30:12 Conversation with Ashley Hutson, author of One’s Company 01:19:55 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 bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Becoming a Reader as an Adult

    Becoming a Reader as an Adult
    Feb 5 2026
    Not everyone grows up a reader—and that’s okay. In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe talks with his friend Sam about what it’s like when reading finally works for you. They dig into unlearning what reading is “supposed” to look like, finding joy without pressure, and how discovering books later in life can quietly change how you see yourself. Along the way, Sam shares how becoming a reader also sparked the beginning of her journey as a writer. This conversation is for anyone who’s ever felt outside of reading culture—and is finding their way in. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode: Find Sam’s Bookstagram @worldwakerreads Check out @lizabethanneauthor Check out Forget Me Not Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:10 Becoming a Reader 00:46:46 Becoming an Author 01:06:03 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 bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. 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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    1 hr and 10 mins
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