Assassins, Dragon Riding Kings, and Immersive Worlds with Sarah A. Parker

Join Joe as he chats with Kieran Hickey - his friend and founder of the Queer Liberation Library! Kieran shares his inspiration behind creating the queer digital library, how you can become a member of the library, and all the ways you can support QLL. They also talk about the importance of Queer History Month and recommend a few gay books. You can follow QLL on Instagram! You can learn more about QLL here: https://www.queerliberationlibrary.org/ find resources and access info here: https://www.queerliberationlibrary.org/resources become a member here: https://www.queerliberationlibrary.org/members and, donate here: https://givebutter.com/J9nhcW Titles mentioned in this episode: Paradise Rot by Jenny Hval Amberlough by Lara Elena Donnelly The Women's House of Detention by Hugh Ryan Blackouts by Justin Torres 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 and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joe is joined by two of his favorite people, author TJ Klune and audiobook narrator Daniel Henning to talk about their work together on Somewhere Beyond the Sea (out now from Tor and Macmillan audio)! TJ shares how he channeled love, joy and rage into this book, why it's important to create safe spaces, and what you can expect from his writing in the future. Daniel shares his amazing process, work on creating new characters, channeling our existing favorites, and what it felt like to be on the NYT bestseller list for this audiobook! A huge thank you to TJ and Daniel for joining me today. You can follow TJ on Instagram here, and Daniel on Instagram here! Listen to my first episode with TJ and Daniel here! Check out the Cerulean Chronicles: The House in the Cerulean Sea (ebook / audiobook) Somewhere Beyond the Sea (ebook / audiobook) 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 and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special episode, we’re featuring a conversation from our friends at Life in Seven Songs, the new podcast from The San Francisco Standard that dives deep into the minds of some of today’s greatest visionaries. Named a top new show by both Apple Podcasts and The Guardian, Life in Seven Songs asks one simple question: What songs tell your life story? In each episode, extraordinary people share the music and moments that have shaped their lives. Each episode, host Sophie Bearman sits down with guests like London Breed, the first Black woman to serve as Mayor of San Francisco, D'Wayne Wiggins, the record producer who discovered Beyoncé and helped artists like Zendaya become superstars; and Jony Ive, the creative genius behind Apple's iPhone. In this episode, Sophie speaks with Daniel Handler—better known as Lemony Snicket, the writer of A Series of Unfortunate Events. In the episode, Sophie and Daniel discuss his various works, and unpack why his novels often depict terrible things happening to people. Listen to more episodes of Life in Seven Songs and follow the podcast! Thanks so much for checking out this bonus feed drop off the Professional Book Nerds podcast. 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 and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emma chats with Lynn Painter about returning to the story of Wes and Liz for Nothing Like the Movies! They also discuss how many versions of this story Lynn wrote, why Lynn doesn't like sequels, go-to coffee orders, the joy of meeting readers, reality tv obsessions, reading recommendations, and what the spirit of a "rom-com" means. Books mentioned in this episode: Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter Better Than the Movies by Lynn Painter Betting on You by Lynn Painter The Do-Over by Lynn Painter The Wish Switch by Lynn Painter (middle grade debut!) Billy Summers by Stephen King Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace 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 [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Joe for an enchanting conversation with Claribel A. Ortega as she delves into her latest book, Witchlings 3: House of Elephants (out 10/1 from Scholastic). Discover her writing process and the inspiration behind her captivating characters. Claribel shares insights into life on tour, the joys of connecting with readers, and her deep love for libraries as vital spaces for creativity and community. Whether you're a fan of her work or new to her magic, this episode is packed with inspiration and behind-the-scenes glimpses into the world of a beloved author! For more info on Claribel and her work visit her website & check out her Instagram. To find out what Witchlings coven you're in, go here! Check out the Witchlings Series: Witchlings The Golden Frog Games House of Elephants 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 and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emma says goodbye to the podcast and shares her favorite memories, plus some final book recs!  Books mentioned in this episode: Say You’ll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez Bluebird Day by Megan Tady   Lost and Lassoed by Lyla Sage  None of This is True by Lisa Jewell   The Queen of Fives by Alex Hay   Spark of the Everflame by Penn Cole  Cross My Heart by Megan Collins   Rose in Chains by Julie Soto   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace 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 [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emma speaks to author Sarah A. Parker about her incredible first book in the Moonfall series, When the Moon Hatched. They also discuss Sarah's writing process, what motivates her main characters, worldbuilding, the power of the reader community, and so much more. Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace 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 [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join us as we dive into some of our most anticipated book releases of October 2024! From gripping thrillers to heartwarming romances, we’re sharing our top picks that you won’t want to miss. Get ready to update your TBR with the hottest new titles that are sure to spark your interest. Tune in and discover your next favorite read! Titles mentioned in this episode: Interviews:   House of Elephants by Claribel A. Ortega  Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter (Sequel to Better Than the Movies)  Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune and Daniel Henning  Hot Mess by Jeff Kinney    Emma’s Picks:   The Last One at the Wedding by Jason Rekulak (October 8)   Best Hex Ever by Nadia El-Fassi   The Blue Hour by Paula Hawkins   Spectacular by Stephanie Garber  The Great When by Alan Moore  The House at Watch Hill by Karen Marie Moning  Heir by Sabaa Tahir   From Here to the Great Unknown by Lisa Marie Presley, Riley Keough  Libby Lost and Found by Stephanie Booth   Bloodguard by Cecy Robson  If I Stopped Haunting You by Colby Wilkens  The Dagger and the Flame by Catherine Doyle    Joe’s Picks:   The Message by Ta-Nehisi Coates  Model Home by Rivers Solomon  Memorials by Richard Chizmar  The Universe in Verse by Maria Popova  Be Ready When the Luck Happens by Ina Garten  The Crescent Moon Tearoom by Stacy Sivinski  The Restaurant of Lost Recipes by Hisashi Kashiwai  Killer House Party by Lily Anderson  The Bitter End by Alexa Donne  Thief of the Heights by Son M and Robin Yao  The Terrifying Tales of Vivian Vance by Joshua Ulrich  Side Quest by Samuel Sattin and Steenz  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 and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Joe is an absolute fangirl over two of his favorite podcasters. Joe chats with Christine Schiefer and Em Schulz, hosts of And That's Why We Drink, an award-winning comedy podcast, where the paranormal and true-crime meet. Em and Christine talk about their new book, A Haunted Road Atlas: NEXT STOP (out September 24), an amazing return to form following their first book, A Haunted Road Atlas. They talk about the inspiration behind their writing (and how different Em & Christine are in their processes), uncover some spine-tingling stories from their travels, and learn how they blend the paranormal and true-crime for their comedy gold. Buckle up - your next haunted road trip starts here! 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 and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to [email protected]. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emma chats with one of her favorite authors of all time, Sarah Dessen. They discuss Sarah's writing career, the magic of libraries, the teenage years, book recommendations, and so much more. If you want to hear Emma live out some of her teenage dreams by asking her favorite author questions, listen to this delightful conversation. Books mentioned in this episode: Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen The Rest of the Story by Sarah Dessen Just Listen by Sarah Dessen This Lullaby by Sarah Dessen Lock & Key by Sarah Dessen The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen Dreamland by Sarah Dessen That Summer by Sarah Dessen Someone Like You by Sarah Dessen Keeping the Moon by Sarah Dessen What Happened to Goodbye by Sarah Dessen Saint Anything by Sarah Dessen The Moon and More by Sarah Dessen Once and For All by Sarah Dessen Not Nothing by Gayle Forman Death at the Sign of the Rook by Kate Atkinson The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Library friends can shop these titles in OverDrive Marketplace 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 [email protected].  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices