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Professional Book Nerds

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. Titles discussed are available to borrow through public libraries. Get started reading at overdrive.com and subscribe to our podcast today!

  1. 23 HR. AGO

    Cozy Reads & Cottage Core Vibes

    It's fall, y'all 🍂 In this episode, Joe teams up with Claire and Kristin to share the ultimate list of cozy book recommendations. From charming cottage core tales to delightful cozy mysteries to graphic novels, these picks are perfect for your next warm and comforting reading escape. Your next cozy read awaits! Titles mentioned in this episode: Claire’s Titles:   The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna (new book next spring – A Witch’s Guide to Magical Innkeeping)  The Pumpkin Spice Cafe by Laurie Gilmore (followed by The Cinnamon Bun Book Store, The Christmas Tree Farm and The Strawberry Patch Pancake House)  Chaos at the Lazy Bones Bookshop by Emmeline Duncan  The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong   Murder Takes the Stage by Colleen Cambridge The Twilight Garden by Sara Nisha Adams (shout out to The Reading List)  Kristin’s Titles:  The Full Moon Coffee Shop by Mai Mochizuke  Rewitched by Lucy Jane Wood  The Spellshop by Sarah Beth Durst  Meet your Baker by Ellie Alexander  The Whispering Dead by Darcy Coates  The Bookshop on the Corner by Jenny Colgan  Joe’s Titles:  How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin (How to Seal Your Own Fate coming in April 2025!)  Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford  Snapdragon by Kat Leyh  The Witch Boy Series by Molly Knox Ostertag (The Witch Boy, The Hidden Witch, The Midwinter Witch)  Tokyo These Days vol. 3 by Taiyo Matsumoto (Volume 1 and Volume 2)  Peking Duck and Cover by Vivien Chien 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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    59 min
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  3. 3 DAYS AGO

    Skyshade and the Relentless Pursuit of Storytelling with Alex Aster

    In this episode of The Professional Book Nerds, Joe sits down with bestselling author Alex Aster to dive into the magic of SKYSHADE (out November 12 from Amulet Books), the thrilling third installment in the Lightlark Saga. Alex shares her extraordinary journey, from querying her first book at just 12 years old to becoming a relentless force in the writing world. Discover the secrets behind Skyshade, the challenges Alex faced along the way, and how her unwavering determination has shaped her career. Whether you’re a die-hard Lightlark fan or an aspiring writer, this conversation will leave you inspired and eager for more! Other Alex Aster titles: The Lightlark Saga Lightlark Nightbane Skyshade Summer in the City (publishing March 2025) Emblem Island Series Curse of the Night Witch Curse of the Forgotten City Check out Alex Aster online! Visit her website: https://www.asterverse.com/ or follow her on Instagram and TikTok 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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 3m

  4. NOV 7

    Claustrophobia and Chill: Thrillers to Take You From Fall to Winter

    For those of you who love a thriller, a mystery or a bit of horror year-round, this one is for you. Today Joe is joined by Kara (@thebookkaravan) to talk about twisty, claustrophobic thrillers that will take you from fall into winter. They'll take you from Halloween through the dark nights of the new year! Titles mentioned in this episode: Kara’s Titles:   The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides  The Only One Left by Riley Sager  Cover Story by Susan Rigetti  The Wife Between Us by Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen  Luckiest Girl Alive by Jessica Knoll  The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena  Joe’s Titles:  Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson  Liar, Dreamer, Thief by Maria Dong  Extended Stay by Juan Martinez  Bridge by Lauren Beukes  I Will Find You by Harlan Coben  Mister Magic by Kiersten White  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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    41 min

  5. OCT 31

    November 2024 Book Buzz: Top Releases to Add to Your Reading List

    Happy Halloween 🎃 Today, Joe is joined by fellow Scorpio Jill to talk through November 2024's biggest books! The nerds share what they're most looking forward to this fall. Titles mentioned in this episode: Jill’s Titles:   The Lake of Lost Girls by Katherine Greene  Box Office Poison by Tim Robey  Growing Up Urkel by Jaleel White  Toto by A.J. Hackwith  Believe by Jeremy Egner  Others Like Me by Nicole Louie  Thorns, Lust, and Glory by Estelle Paranque  Sandwiches of History by Barry W. Enderwick  Joe’s Titles:  The City and Its Uncertain Walls by Haruki Murakami   Kill Yours, Kill Mine by Katherine Kovacic  Master of Me by Keke Palmer  I’m Laughing Because I’m Crying by Youngmi Mayer  Is She Really Going Out With Him? By Sophie Cousens  I am the Dark that Answers When You Call by Jamison Shea  If You Can Hear This by Faith Gardner  When Mimi Went Missing by Suja Sukumar  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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    51 min

  6. OCT 24

    Pages of Terror: Horror Reads for the 2024 Spooky Season

    On this episode, we've got spooky stories for your nerves! Get ready for Halloween with these horror thrills! From classic slashers to supernatural creeps, Joe, Claire and Kristin have a recommendation for you! Titles mentioned in this episode: Claire’s Titles:   We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer  The White Guy Dies First edited by Terry J. Benton-Walker  Guillotine by Delilah S. Dawson  Midnight on Beacon Street by Emily Ruth Verona  The Bog Wife by Kay Chronister  Sacrificial Animals by Kailee Pedersen   Shout out to Graphic Novels: Loving, Ohio by Matthew Erman, The Low Low Woods by Carmen Maria Machado, Wait Till Helen Comes by Mary Downing Hahn, Over My Dead Body by Sweeney Boo Kristin’s Titles:  Pay the Piper by George A. Romero & Daniel Kraus  Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman  So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison  Never Whistle at Night Edited by Shane Hawk  The Pale House Devil by Richard Kadrey  This Cursed House by Del Sandeen  Just a quick shout out: The Fisherman by John Langan; The Haunted Forest Tour by Jeff Strand and James A. Moore  Joe’s Titles:  Universal Harvester by John Darnielle  The Black Girl Survives in This One edited by Desiree S. Evans & Saraciea J. Fennell  Coup de Grâce by Sofia Ajram  Influencer by Adam Cesare  Small Town Horror by Ronald Malfi The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix Just a quick shout out: Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay and Bury Your Gays by Chuck Tingle Listen to: Joe's interview with Paul Tremblay and Joe’s interview with Chuck Tingle And on Kanopy, just have to mention that Rosemary’s Baby is streaming (along with so many others in the Kanopy Fright Fest)  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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 1m

  7. OCT 21

    Being a Hot Mess with Jeff Kinney

    In this episode of Professional Book Nerds, we’re diving into the world of Jeff Kinney, the mastermind behind the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series! Join us as we chat about his latest release, Diary of a Wimpy Kid 19: Hot Mess (out October 22)! Get ready to laugh and learn as Jeff shares the inspiration behind his new book and the misadventures of Greg Heffley. We’ll also discuss the challenges of navigating the chaotic world of childhood, and how he turns those “hot mess” moments into relatable tales that resonate with readers of all ages. So, grab your snacks, and settle in for a fun-filled episode that promises to be anything but boring. You won't want to miss this opportunity to hear from the author who has kept kids—and adults—laughing for years. It’s time to get your diaries ready for a new chapter! Check out more from Jeff Kinney online... you can visit the Wimpy Kid website or follow on Instagram. 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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min

  8. OCT 17

    Celebrating Queer History with the Queer Liberation Library

    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 professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: https://plotthreadsshop.com/! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min
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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. Titles discussed are available to borrow through public libraries. Get started reading at overdrive.com and subscribe to our podcast today!

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