The Book Drop

Omaha Public Library
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The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.

  1. 3D AGO · BONUS

    New Title Drop | January 2026

    Happy New Year! On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss new year reading goals and what’s actually working, or not working, when it comes to building better reading habits. Check out this month's titles and place holds here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about. The Book Drop with Amy and Maggie will return after a short break on Jan. 16, 2026!  Join the conversation for the next episode! Tell us "What's at the top of your TBR (to be read) list for 2026? Share your answers by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

    25 min

  2. 12/26/2025

    229. 2025 Reading Reflections and Predictions

    This week on The Book Drop, we’re taking a year-in-review look at book trends, favorite reads, and what we think is coming next. We’re joined by Carl Erickson from The Bookworm and Shelby Janke from the Papillion Public Library as we break down the standout literary trends of the past year, share our favorite reads. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library:  Puzzle Competition | Saturday, Jan. 10, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch | Registration required Share and Solve: Genealogy Discussion Group | Wednesday, Jan. 7, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Genealogy and Local History Room | Registration required Calm and Centered: Practices for Stress Relief and Resilience | Wednesday, Jan. 7, from 6 to 7 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch | Registration required Explore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events. Join the conversation for the next episode! Tell us “What’s on the top of your TBR (to be read) list for 2026?" Share your answers by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

    1h 29m

  3. 12/18/2025

    228. Reading Challenge: Read a Book in the Cozy Subgenre

    This week on The Book Drop, we’re talking about books that fit AND EVEN stretch the final reading challenge theme of the year to read a book in the cozy subgenre, while exploring why “cozy” means something different to every reader. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.  Happening at the Library: Paint & Sip | Saturday, Dec. 20, 2 to 4 p.m. at Saddlebrook BranchOur Musical Stories | Monday, Dec. 22, 6 to 7 p.m. at Willa Cather BranchPuzzle Competition | Friday, Dec. 26, 2 to 4 p.m. at A.V. Sorensen BranchExplore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events. Join the conversation for the next episode! Answer the Query of the Week “What are your life activations for 2026?” by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

    55 min

  4. 12/12/2025

    227. A Closer Look at Do Space inside OPL's new Central Library

    This week on The Book Drop, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the technology powering the new Central Library’s creator space and highlight how everyone from young learners to seasoned makers can bring their ideas to life! All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.  Happening at the Library:  Interactive Movie: Die Hard | Saturday, Dec. 13, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams BranchJane Austen Tea Party | Saturday, Dec. 13, 2 to 4 p.m. at Presbyterian Church of the Master Cut & Create: Vision & Mood Boards | Wednesday, Dec. 17, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams BranchExplore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events. Join the conversation for the next episode! Answer the Query of the Week “How do you get cozy?” by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

    47 min

  5. 12/05/2025

    226. Adventurers Welcome: Discovering D&D at the Library with OPL

    This week on The Book Drop, we take you into the world of Dungeons and Dragons with special guests who guide us, like true DMs, through the storytelling and player-driven adventure that is at the heart of the game! THIS IS THE BOOK DROP. All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast. Happening at the Library: The Pen and the Sword: D&D Club | Saturday, Dec. 6, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Bess Johnson Elkhorn Branch25th Annual Teen Poetry Bash | Saturday, Dec. 6, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams BranchCalm & Centered: Practices for Stress Relief and Resilience | Tuesday, Dec. 9, from 6 to 7 p.m. at W. Clarke Swanson BranchExplore all upcoming events at omahalibrary.org/events. Join the conversation for the next episode! Answer the Query of the Week “What do you make or create?” by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

    1h 10m

  6. 12/02/2025 · BONUS

    New Title Drop “Favorites” | December 2025

    This week on The Book Drop’s monthly mini episode called New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie discuss their favorite picks from the past year and how we decide which books make the cut. Check out this month's titles and place holds here or visit omahalibrary.org/podcast. Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.

    35 min

  7. 11/28/2025

    225. Reading Challenge: Read a Book About Celebrations

    This week on The Book Drop, we tackle the latest reading challenge to read a book about celebrations and explore how books help us reflect on the joy of coming together with friends, family and community for holidays, milestones and everything in between. This is The Book Drop. Happening at the Library: Book Clubs!  Family Reading Club | Monday, Dec. 1, 5 to 6 p.m. at Saddlebrook BranchUnder the Dundee Sun Book Club | Tuesday, Dec. 2, 4 to 5 p.m. at A.V. Sorensen BranchElkhorn Eclectics Book Club | Thursday, Dec. 4, 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at Bess Johnson Elkhorn BranchIt’s All Relative Book Club | Monday, Dec. 08, 6 to 7 p.m. at Genealogy & Local History RoomGenreLand Book Club | Tuesday, Dec. 09, 6 to 7 p.m. at Saddlebrook BranchBenson Mystery Book Club | Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6 to 7:15 p.m. at Benson BranchChat N Chew Book Club | Wednesday, Dec. 10, noon to 1 p.m. at Downtown BranchWhat Are You Reading? Book Club | Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6 to 7 p.m. at Millard BranchBookTok Banter Book Club | Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Willa Cather BranchOut & About Reading Party | Thursday, Dec. 11, 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. at The Reading Room (new locations each month)All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or at omahalibrary.org/podcast.   Join the conversation for the next episode! Answer the Query of the Week “Do you have a D&D character? Tell us everything” by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

    48 min

  8. 11/21/2025

    224. Inside Spielbound: How Games Bring Us Together

    This week on The Book Drop, we’re on location at Spielbound Board Game Cafe to talk about the power of table top and board games to build community and spark storytelling! This is The Book Drop, featuring specials guests Kaleb Michaud and Ali Thariani. Happening at the Library Stories After Dark: Found Family | Friday, Nov. 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams BranchBookbinding Workshop: Pamphlet Stitch Binding | Saturday, Nov. 22, from 10 a.m. to noon at Downtown BranchOmaha Public Library is hiring: https://go.cityofomaha.org/3150Opening day for OPL’s new Central Library is Sunday, April 19, 2026! Use OPL's temporary catalog while our behind-the-scenes software upgrade continues. The MyOPL app and the main website login are temporarily unavailable.All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found below!   Link: Omaha World-Herald Article from 2012 about Kaleb Michaud via OPL's Newsbank resource“Around the World in Eighty Games: From Tarot to Tic-tac-toe, Catan to Snakes and Ladders, a Mathematician Unlocks the Secrets of the World's Greatest Games” by Marcus du Sautoy“It's All a Game: the History of Board Games From Monopoly to Settlers of Catan” by Tristan Donovan“Across the Board: How Games Make Us Human” by Tim Clare“Your Move: What Board Games Teach Us About Life” by Joan Moriarity“Storytelling in the Modern Board Game: Narrative Trends From the Late 1960s to Today” by Marco ArnaudoJoin the conversation for the next episode! Answer the Query of the Week “Do you have a tradition or something you always do when you're in a celebratory mood?” by email at thebookdrop@omahalibrary.org or DM on social media!

    1h 21m
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The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.

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  • Creator
    Omaha Public Library
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    275
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 The Book Drop
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