Book Lounge by Libby

Professional Book Nerds 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.

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Why We’re OBSESSED with Historical Fiction | Book Lounge by Libby Season 3

Christina Baker Kline, Heather Webb, and Lauren Tarshis join Book Lounge by Libby to explore how authors bring the past to life.

Joe Skelley

4/20/2026

Debut Book Recommendations You’ll Be Obsessed With (2022–2026) | Book Lounge by Libby Season 3

Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark to share standout debut novels from the past few years.

Joe Skelley

4/16/2026

Dazzling Debuts! The Real Story Behind First Novels | Book Lounge by Libby Season 3 Episode 1

Three debut authors. One big moment. Casey Scieszka, Katie Bernet, and Leia Ham join Joe to talk about publishing their very first novels.

Joe Skelley

4/13/2026

Festive Fiction: Talking Holiday Reads for Cozy Winter Nights | Book Lounge by Libby Season 2 Episode 10

Get cozy for our festive Season 2 finale! Joe is joined by holiday-lit stars Alexandra Benedict, Jenny Bayliss, Maisha Oso, and Matthew Norman for a merry conversation about writing winter fiction across genres. Then our guest hosts share their must-read picks for the season. Wrap up the year with warm vibes, great book talk, and a reminder to subscribe—there’s so much more in the coming weeks and in the new year! 🎄✨

Joe Skelley

12/4/2025

Page to Screen Magic: Authors on Adaptations | Book Lounge by Libby Season 2 Episode 9

We’re going full Hollywood this week! Louis Sachar, Danielle Valentine, and a lively chat with Jananie K. Velu and Meara — all about book adaptations 🎬📚✨

Joe Skelley

11/20/2025

Food for Thought: Holiday Feasts, Mamrie Hart, and the Books We’re Thankful For | Book Lounge by Libby Season 2 Episode 8

A feast of laughs and gratitude! 🦃 Joe chats with Mamrie Hart about All I Think About Is Food, her holiday hosting must-haves, and more — then shares books we’re most thankful for this season with Carmen, Kevin Norman, and Meara.

Joe Skelley

11/13/2025

Science Fiction Double Feature: Exploring New Worlds through Books | Book Lounge by Libby Season 2 Episode 7

🪐 Buckle up, book nerds — we’re blasting off into the world of sci-fi! Joe’s joined by Alex Segura, Daniel H. Wilson, and Ken Liu to explore how the genre has evolved, plus Cece and Meara share their out-of-this-world book recs! 🚀📚

Joe Skelley

11/6/2025

Library Love Letters | Book Lounge by Libby Season 2 Episode 6

This episode is a love letter to libraries—and the people who make them magic. From stories inspired by the stacks to books that celebrate the heart of reading, we’re honoring the shelves that started it all.

Joe Skelley

10/30/2025

Witch Please: Cozy & Witchy Reads for Fall | Book Lounge by Libby Season 2 Episode 5

Grab your mug and a blanket—this week we’re diving into cozy and witchy reads perfect for fall! From comforting fantasies to charming spellcraft, it’s the coziest kind of magic.

Joe Skelley

10/23/2025