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February 2026 Book Releases We’re Obsessed With

February is STACKED. ❄️📚 Joe is joined by Meara (@mearaisreading) to break down the most anticipated books releasing in February 2026—and the ones immediately going on our TBRs. If you love being ahead of the reading curve, this one’s for you.

Joe Skelley

1/29/2026

Mood Reading & Our Winter Reading Vibes - DNF Energy & Cozy Season Picks

Cold weather, cozy vibes, and chaotic TBRs ❄️📚
Joe, Meara, and Cece talk mood reading, DNF habits, and the books that feel right for winter.

Joe Skelley

1/22/2026

2026 Book Release Radar: The new books we can’t wait to read

New year, new books! Joe, Jananie K. Velu, and Meara kick off 2026 by sharing the upcoming releases they’re most excited to read—aka the books already racing to the top of their TBRs.

Joe Skelley

1/15/2026

January 2026 Book Picks: New Year, New TBRs | Book Lounge by Libby | Bonus Content

Holiday break = TBR planning season 🎄📚 Joe and Madison look ahead to the January 2026 releases we can’t wait to read as we wrap up 2025 and head into a brand-new bookish year.

Joe Skelley

12/18/2025

Our Favorite Reads of 2025 | Book Lounge by Libby | Bonus Content

We’re closing out 2025 with the ultimate year-end celebration! Joe and the Book Lounge crew each bring two books that topped their reading lists — perfect for boosting your TBR before the ball drops. Plus, don’t forget to take our listener survey, open through January 5!

Joe Skelley

12/11/2025

Tell us everything! The Book Lounge by Libby Listener Survey is live

We want to hear from you! Take the 2025 Listener Survey and help shape next year’s conversations.

Joe Skelley

11/20/2025

End-of-Year Book Buzz: November & December New Releases | Book Lounge by Libby | Bonus Content!

Bonus ep! Joe and Emma share the November & December book releases we’re dying to add to our TBRs. Cozy vibes + fast recs = your holiday reading sorted. 📚✨

Joe Skelley

11/17/2025

11 new romantasy reads to heat up your summer

Get ready to swoon over Summer 2025's best new romantasy books.

Emma Dwyer

8/18/2025

Romantasy Trope Showdown with Jennifer L. Armentrout, Olivia Rose Darling & Katee Robert |Book Lounge by Libby | Libby Life Exclusive

Check out this Libby Life Exclusive Lightning Round with Jennifer L. Armentrout, Olivia Rose Darling and Katee Robert!

Joe Skelley

8/9/2025