Professional Book Nerds
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We're not just book nerds. We're professional book nerds! We are staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks from public libraries and schools. It's our job to discuss books all day long so we thought, "Why not share the conversation!" Hear about the best books we've read, get recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can't wait to dive into. Every title discussed is available to borrow through public libraries. Get started reading at overdrive.com and subscribe to our podcast today!
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Romance on Mars - A Conversation with Natasha Pulley
18/03/2024 Duración: 50minJoe is joined by Natasha Pulley to talk about her new book, The Mars House (out March 19). Natasha shares how her high school astronomy class inspired her first dive into Sci-Fi writing, writing a marriage of convenience plot to save a character's political aspirations, her deep love of science and doing your own calculations (even if they might be wrong). Come and hear how Natasha's experiences in life, academia and travel shaped her writing of this work. 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. 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, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve g
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Borrow, Buy, Bin
14/03/2024 Duración: 39minOn this episode, Joe and Emma play a little game of Borrow, Buy, Bin, a bookish take on the infamous game, Snog, Marry, Avoid. They've provided each other with authors to choose from, but without knowing what the books will be, Emma and Joe have to decide if they're going to Borrow the book for a little bit, Buy it to add to the collection at home, or put it in the donate Bin! Titles in this game: Sarah J Maas A Court of Thorns and Roses House of Earth and Blood Throne of Glass Stephenie Meyer New Moon The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner Midnight Sun Meg Cabot The Princess Diaries Series The Mediator Series Queen of Babble Rachel Harrison Black Sheep Such Sharp Teeth The Return Tana French In the Woods The Searcher The Secret Place Caroline Kepnes You You Love Me For You and Only You Penny Reid Truth or Beard Beard Science Beard Necessities Lemony Snicket The Bad Beginning The Hostile Hospital The End Emily Henry Book Lovers People We Meet on Vacation Happy Pl
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How to Be Bold With Tarryn Fisher
11/03/2024 Duración: 35minEmma catches up with Tarryn Fisher to discuss her new book, Good Half Gone. Tarryn also shares the inspiration behind the story, her fascination with siblings and the dynamic between twins, how women nurture in different ways, her friendship with Colleen Hoover, and being BOLD. 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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Reading Triumph: Conquering Goals and Slumps
07/03/2024 Duración: 49minToday on the podcast, Joe and Emma talk with their reading pals Andrea, Melissa and Shannon about how they set reading goals for the year to keep motivation and celebration high while also battling the reading slump. Join us for different ways to inspire how you view your year in books! Don’t forget to Register to watch the virtual Libby Book Awards ceremony presented by us, your very own Professional Book Nerds via Zoom, or tune in on YouTube or Facebook Live. What Everyone's Reading Right Now: Nightbane by Alex Aster Fate Breaker by Victoria Aveyard This Bird Has Flown by Susanna Hoffs Magnolia Parks by Jessa Hastings / House of Earth and Blood (GraphicAudio) by Sarah J. Maas Let Us Descend by Jesmyn Ward 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. Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds pod
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Nerd Chat: March 2024
04/03/2024 Duración: 47minEmma and Joe are back with another casual, chatty episode! They discuss Joe's Frieda McFadden reading marathon, Emma's thoughts on House of Flame and Shadow, and share candle recommendations, craft updates, recent book mail, and answer some questions from an AMA. Don't forget to Register to watch the virtual Libby Book Awards ceremony presented by us, your very own Professional Book Nerds via Zoom, or tune in on YouTube or Facebook Live. Books mentioned in this episode: Book Lovers by Emily Henry Game Changer by Rachel Reid Beard Science by Penny Reid A Court of Mist and Fury by Sarah J Maas House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas Freida McFadden The Coworker by Frieda McFadden The Teacher by Freida McFadden Manacled fanfiction The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James Twilight by Stephenie Meyer Death by Dumpling by Vivien Chien Grave Expectations by Alice Bell You Shouldn’t Have Come Here by Jeneva Rose In the Company of Witches by A
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March 2024 Book Picks!
29/02/2024 Duración: 54minIt's that time again - time for Emma and Joe to look at the upcoming month's releases and share what they're most excited for! So many books, so little time... To make sure we're keeping things fresh, we've excluded titles included in our Most Anticipated Books of 2024 episode. Don't forget to Register to watch the virtual Libby Book Awards ceremony presented by us, your very own Professional Book Nerds via Zoom, or tune in on YouTube or Facebook Live. Books mentioned in this episode: Author Interviews for March: Good Half Gone by Tarryn Fisher The Mars House by Natasha Pulley Emma’s Titles: Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle A Touch of Chaos by Scarlett St. Clair Happily Never After by Lynn Painter This Could Be Us by Kennedy Ryan Anita de Monte Laughs Last by Xochitl Gonzalez Bye, Baby by Carola Lovering Annie Bot by Sierra Greer The Divorcees by Rowan Beaird The Extinction of Irena Ray by Jennifer Croft Such a Lovely Family by Aggie Blum Thompson Joe’s Titles:
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Seasons of Books
22/02/2024 Duración: 53minJoe and Emma are joined by their colleague, Tiffany, to chat about seasonal reading! They chat about how they "plan" out their reading year, if the seasons influence what books they read and when, and recommend some of their favorites along the way. The group also realize what their reading "patterns" or schedules say about their tastes and preferences! Books mentioned in this episode: You series by Caroline Kepnes The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins Will They Escape? by Daniel Huiet Howl’s Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones Twilight saga by Stephenie Meyer A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J Maas Throne of Glass by Sarah J Maas Crescent City series by Sarah J Maas A Series of Unfortunate Events by Lemony Snicket The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han The Bluest Eye by Toni Morrison All Boys Aren't Blue by George M. Johnson New Kid by Jerry Craft Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman How to Do Nothing by Jenny Odell Laura Vanderkam I'll Be Gone in the Dark by Michell
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Sipping Tea and Planning Heists with Hafsah Faizal
19/02/2024 Duración: 36minOn this episode, Joe is joined by Hafsah Faizal to discuss her new book A Tempest of Tea (out February 20). Hafsah is the New York Times bestselling, award-winning author of the Sands of Arawiya series, a Forbes 30 under 30 honoree and owner of IceyDesigns. They talk about finding their favorite teas, Victorian blood dens in tea rooms, and planning the perfect heist. 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. 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, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve got merch! Check out our two shirts in The OverDrive Shop (all profits are donated to the ALA
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Celebrating Valentine's Day with Dominique Raccah and the Sourcebooks Team!
15/02/2024 Duración: 39minRomance readers, assemble! This episode is for you. Emma chats with Dominique Raccah, Publisher and CEO, of Sourcebooks, the publisher behind some of your favorite romance reads at Sourcebooks Casablanca and Bloom Books imprints. They’re joined by Paula Amendolara (Senior Vice President of Sales), Mary Altman (Assistant Editorial Director), Molly Waxman (Executive Director of Marketing), Deb Werksman (Executive Editor), and Pamela Jaffee (Sr. Director Publicity/Brand Marketing), just some of the incredible team at Bloom Books and Sourcebooks Casablanca. They discuss insider info about how the publisher approaches each romance imprint, share trends in romance, and leave us with a long list of titles to get in the Valentine's Day spirit all February long. Books mentioned in this episode: Binding 13 by Chloe Walsh Chloe Walsh books Never by Jessa Hastings Neon Gods by Katee Robert Emily McIntire books A Touch of Chaos by Scarlett St. Clair Wicked Villains series by Katee Robert Elsie Silver book
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Tea, Tales, and Twists: A Cozy Dive into Mysterious Whodunits
08/02/2024 Duración: 01h02minOn this episode, Joe is joined by return guests Claire and Kristin to talk all about cozy mysteries! Whether you're looking for quoziess, foodie titles, bookish mysteries or the like, this episode is for you. Joe also introduces Claire and Kristin to the PokéRap. Titles mentioned in this episode: Claire’s Titles: The Dinner Lady Detectives by Hannah Hendy Grave Expectations by Alice Bell Mango, Mambo, and Murder by Raquel V. Reyes Fifty-Four Pigs by Philipp Schott Death by Dumpling by Vivien Chien Kristin’s Titles: The Diva Runs Out of Thyme by Krista Davis Farm to Trouble by Amanda Flower Against the Currant by Olivia Matthews In the Company of Witches by Auralee Wallace Murder is Binding by Lorna Barrett Joe’s Titles: The Body in the Back Garden by Mark Waddell Board to Death by CJ Connor Magic, Lies, and Deadly Pies by Misha Popp Renovated to Death by Frank Anthony Polito Devil’s Chew Toy by Rob Osler Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentio
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A Distraction from Reality with Ali Hazelwood
05/02/2024 Duración: 43minEmma is joined by bestselling author, Ali Hazelwood, to discuss her new paranormal romance, Bride. Emma and Ali also manage to discuss fated mates, the writing process, Ali's next release and what's been on her TikTok FYP lately. Ali's chess book, Check & Mate, released last fall. Not in Love comes out later this year. 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. 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, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve got merch! Check out our two shirts in The OverDrive Shop (all profits are donated to the ALA Literacy Clearinghouse). Learn more about your a
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The One Where We Talk A Lot
01/02/2024 Duración: 51minEmma and Joe try something new in this chatty, casual episode. They discuss some recent life updates, new hobbies, books they've been reading lately, mood reading, and more. Joe’s recent reads: All Good People Here by Ashley Flowers A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson Released by Gypsy Rose Blanchard The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell #CrimeTime by Jeneva Rose & Drew Pine The Coworker by Freida McFadden – Emma’s recent reads: Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas (inspired by @newlynovabooks ) Crank by Ellen Hopkins Impulse by Ellen Hopkins The House We Grew Up In by Lisa Jewell Emma’s want to reads: Butcher & Blackbird by Brynne Weaver A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle Jensen Darling Girls by Sally Hepworth The Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune Happily Never After by Lynn Painter Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode on OverDrive.com or in Libby. Libra
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February 2024 Book Picks!
25/01/2024 Duración: 47minIt's that magical time again - let's see what books Emma and Joe are most looking forward to in February 2024. Join the Nerds as they talk about the cold weather, the February blahs, and of course, eagerly awaited reads. Titles mentioned in this episode: Emma’s Titles: The Women by Kristin Hannah The Teacher by Freida McFadden The Guest by B.A. Paris A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. Jensen At First Spite by Oiivia Dade A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams The Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden Fate Breaker by Victoria Aveyard Where the Dark Stands Still by A.B. Poranek The Last Days of the Midnight Ramblers by Sarah Tomlinson Joe’s Titles: Ways and Means by Daniel Lefferts The Fortune Seller by Rachel Kapelke-Dale The Antique Hunter’s Guide to Murder by CJ Miller The Frame-Up by Gwenda Bond Out of Body by Nia Davenport No Time Like Now by Naz Kutub Bunt! By Ngozi Ukazu (shoutout Freshman Year by Sarah Mai) Everyone Who Can Forgi
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Worldbuilding and Writing with Saara El-Arifi
22/01/2024 Duración: 46minEmma chats with Saara El-Arifi about her new book, Faebound. They also chat about world-building, writing sex scenes, the book's original title, the plan for this new trilogy, fated mates, enemies to lovers, 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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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PBN's Most Anticipated Books of 2024
18/01/2024 Duración: 01h11minEmma and Joe are back for their first recorded episode of 2024 and it's a BIG one. They share their most anticipated books of the year (as they know it so far). Grab a drink, a snack, and get your reading tracker of choice ready to write down some amazing releases coming out this year. Emma’s picks: Faebound by Saara El-Arifi Funny Story by Emily Henry This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J Maas The Book of Love by Kelly Link So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison The Hunter by Tana French Heartless Hunter by Kristen Ciccarelli Margo’s Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe Nothing Like the Movies by Lynn Painter An Education in Malice by S.T. Gibson Lady Macbeth by Ava Reid Lore of the Wilds by Analeigh Sbrana Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell We Love the Nightlife by Rachel Koller Croft Joe’s picks: Somewhere Beyond the Sea by TJ Klune Middle of the Night by Riley Sager House of Elephants by Claribel A. Ortega T
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Surviving Capitalism with Madeline Pendleton
15/01/2024 Duración: 01h03minToday Joe chats with Madeline Pendleton about her new book I Survived Capitalism and All I Got Was This Lousy T-Shirt (out Jan. 16)! They chat about how Madeline's life experiences shaped her path forward, the importance of found family, releasing grief and odd relationships with money and forging a unique company like Tunnel Vision. They also chat about living full on a small grocery budget, spray painting found furniture, and the importance of a sturdy board in an old couch. 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. 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, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@ov
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Joe Reads Emily Henry
11/01/2024 Duración: 38minFollowing the fun of Joe Reads a Big Romance and Emma Reads a Horror, on this episode Joe reads Book Lovers by Emily Henry! Emma and Joe talk about their loves in the genre, misconceptions Joe had to break down when thinking romance, and so much more. Have a suggestion for our next installment? Send your suggestions to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com or comment on the post for this episode on Instagram @probooknerds. 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. 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, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve got merch! Check out our two shirts in
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The Nerds Talk About Fantastical Fandoms
04/01/2024 Duración: 56minEmma and Joe talk with fellow OverDrive book lovers about which bookish fandoms they love to love! Morgan, Sydney, Christina, Laura, Sarah, and Andrea share their passion for Sherlock, Emily Henry, Fourth Wing, Star Wars, Serpent & Dove, and more in this very chatty episode. Books mentioned in this episode: Sherlock Holmes series Emily Henry Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros Star Wars series Serpent & Dove by Shelby Mahurin Gods & Monsters by Shelby Mahurin The Scarlet Veil by Shelby Mahurin House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas The Remnant Chronicles series by Mary E. Pearson Dance of Thieves series by Mary E. Pearson 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 Ins
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New Year, New Reads - January 2024 Book Picks!
21/12/2023 Duración: 47minNew Year, New Reads! Join Joe and Emma as they discuss the books they're most looking forward to in January 2024
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Finding a Home Inside Stories with Rebecca Ross
18/12/2023 Duración: 48minEmma is joined by author, Rebecca Ross, to chat about the epic conclusion to her Letters of Enchantment duology, Ruthless Vows. They also discuss symmetry in duologies, the book's original title, finding inspiration from Bronte, Austen, and Tolkien, and more. For more info on Rebecca's book tour, check out her website. 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. 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, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an email to professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. We’ve got merch! Check out our two shirts in The OverDrive Shop (all profits are donated to the ALA Literacy Clearinghouse). Learn more about your