Podcasts about Kanopy

Summer reading is getting steamy! Today, Joe is joined by bestselling romance authors Ann Liang and BK Borison for a conversation about creating unforgettable love stories, building electric chemistry, writing yearning and intimacy, and why romance continues to captivate readers around the world.  The conversation also briefly features romance author Sara Cate, who joined at the start of the episode before technical difficulties cut her time short.  From the balance of tension and tenderness to the art of crafting a perfect happily ever after, Ann and BK share a behind-the-scenes look at their writing process, the emotional core of romance novels, and what makes a love story linger long after the final page. Whether you're searching for your next spicy summer romance, a fan of contemporary love stories, or curious about how romance authors bring fictional relationships to life, this episode is a must-listen.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026!  Who's in the episode:  Ann Liang: https://www.annliang.com/  BK Borison: https://bkborison.com/  Sara Cate: https://saracatebooks.com/  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:03:21 Diving into romance 00:50:58 Romance Lightning Round 00:54:52 Thanks and outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Corbin has been intending on doing an episode about High Hopes since the show started. Why? You'll find out when you listen to the episode!!! Topics: Thatcher, the bitterness of leftists living in capital, some suprising facts about the actress who plays the mother, and the role of acting in Cinema. Next week's show is about "THE ADVENTURES OF TINTIN!" You can watch it on Kanopy. 

June is Audiobook Month, and we're celebrating one of our favorite ways to experience stories.  This week Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark, host of the BOOK GANG podcast, to talk about the audiobooks they've been loving lately. From unforgettable narrations to stories that are impossible to pause, they're sharing recent audiobook recommendations that deserve a spot on your listening list.  This conversation is packed with recommendations, listening inspiration, and plenty of appreciation for the magic of audiobooks.  Tune in to discover new audiobook recommendations, celebrate Audiobook Month, and find your next favorite listen.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026!  Titles for Episode:   Amy's Picks:   Enormous Wings - Laurie Frankel  Good People - Patmeena Sabit  Lady Tremaine - Rachel Hochhauser  My Lady Jane - Cynthia Hand  Skin Contact - Elisa Faison  Invasive Species - Ellery Adams  Joe's Picks:   Swift and Saddled – Lyla Sage  The Daisy Chain Flower Shop – Laurie Gilmore  Headlights – CJ Leede  Witches of Dubious Origin - Jenn McKinlay  God of the Woods - Liz Moore   Our Last Resort - Clémence Michallon  A Fortune of Sand – Ruta Sepetys  The Taking of Jake Livingston – Ryan Douglass  Bath Haus – PJ Vernon  The Perfect Home – Daniel Kenitz   Don't Let the Forest In – CG Drews   The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood & Boyfriends – Jamie D'Amato  Legends & Lattes Series - Travis Baldree  Operation Bounce House – Matt Dinniman  The Diviners – Libba Bray  Believing – Anita Hill  The Autumn Sprints Retirement Home Massacre - Philip Fracassi  Home is Where the Bodies Are – Jeneva Rose  MindWorks – Neal Shusterman  Out There – Kate Folk  Bubblegum – Adam Levin   The Dresden Files  – Jim Butcher  A Series of Unforunate Events – Lemony Snicket  Vagabond – Tim Curry  NOS4ATU – Joe Hill  Rosemary's Baby – Ira Levin  Charlotte's Web – EB White   The Curseworkers Series - Holly Black   How to Train Your Dragon series – Cressida Cowell  Leaving Isn't the Hardest Thing – Lauren Hough  Who's in this episode:   Amy Allen Clark – Links  Discover your next favorite read with the NEW 2026 MomAdvice Summer Reading Guide! Dive into 70 handpicked titles—featuring upcoming releases, fresh new reads, and beloved backlist gems. Flip through 57 pages packed with bookish inspiration to create your ultimate summer reading stack.  LINK: https://buymeacoffee.com/bookgangpodcast/e/535779  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:43 Welcome and catching up with Amy Allen Clark 00:06:06 A reminder of our seasonal schedule 00:07:11 We talk about our love of audiobooks 00:19:06 Our audiobook recommendations 01:12:50 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Theo Harrison (@tbh on Letterboxd) makes is Movie Ladder debut as go back nearly 100 years to discuss METROPOLIS (on Kanopy, Youtube and others). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:27:17). Submit your comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2026.

What does it take to make a street safer for everyone? In the US, it typically requires a combination of tragedy, grassroots organizing, and political leadership. Even when these ingredients come together, success is never guaranteed, as so many projects become battles about more than just bike lanes. Changing Lanes, a new documentary from director Ben Wolf, covers the fight to make McGuinness Boulevard in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, safer following the tragic death of a beloved teacher at the hands of a hit-and-run driver. Featuring interviews with such notable figures as Janette Sadik-Khan and former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne, Changing Lanes moves beyond bike lanes to tell a story that's very much made for this political and cultural moment. Wolf joins us along with advocates Bronwyn Breitner and Kevin LaCherra, as well as New York State Assemblymember Emily Gallagher, to talk about how they fought to make McGuinness safe and the broader lessons they learned along the way. ***Join The War on Cars on Patreon and listen to ad-free versions of regular episodes, Patreon-only bonus content,  invitations to live events, merch discounts and free stickers!*** SHOW NOTES: Stream Changing Lanes on Amazon or Kanopy. Watch the film's trailer. Learn more about the film and request a screening at ChangingLanesDoc.com. Read more about the Make McGuinness Safe campaign and learn about where the project stands today.  Catch up on the corruption that led to a powerful family's downfall and the indictment of a top aide to Mayor Eric Adams, via Streetsblog. Order our book, Life After Cars: Freeing Ourselves from the Tyranny of the Automobile, out now from Thesis, an imprint of Penguin Random House. Buy a certified, pre-owned e-bike from Upway and save $100 off any purchase of $800 or more with code TWOC100. Visit Upway.co to get rolling. Thanks also to Cleverhood. Listen to this episode for the latest discount code and get 15% off the best rain gear for walking and cycling. TheWarOnCars.org

Send us Fan MailOn this month's episode, Beth, Brittany, and Stephanie discuss summer reading--both their own goals and The Library's Summer Reading Challenge. They also deep dive into LGBTQ+ Pride reads and all of the programs we have planned for this summer!We want to hear from our listeners! Email us at checked.in@davenportlibrary.comTo find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Upcoming programs:Adults: Designing the QC: Untold and Unusual Stories Part 1 - Monday, June 15th @ 6:30pm | MainTweens/Teens: Pride Storytelling Night - Thursday, June 11th @ 6pm | EasternKids: Garden Party - Saturday, June 20th @ 10am | FairmountHelpful links from our discussion:Upcoming Pride ProgramsPride Storytelling NightRead with Pride Book ClubPride Party at Bass Street LandingDavid R. Collins Writers ConferenceSummer Reading ChallengeLibrary Links:Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Info Cafe: The Library's Reference BlogBeanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!2026 Online Reading Challenge: Know Your History

June is Audiobook Month, and we're celebrating with two of the most beloved voices in the industry.  This week on Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by acclaimed audiobook narrators Saskia Maarleveld and Michael Crouch for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the art of bringing stories to life through audio.  From developing character voices to recording emotional scenes, Saskia and Michael share what really goes into creating an unforgettable listening experience. Together, they explore the unique magic of audiobooks, the relationship between narrator and listener, and why hearing a story can feel so different from reading one on the page.  Saskia Maarleveld has narrated more than 700 audiobooks and is known for her remarkable ability to perform a wide range of accents and characters across genres including historical fiction, fantasy, mystery, and young adult literature. Listeners may recognize her work on bestselling titles like The Alice Network, The Rose Code, and The God of the Woods.   Michael Crouch has recorded more than 500 audiobooks and is an AudioFile Golden Voice narrator whose work has earned Audie Awards, Earphones Awards, and widespread acclaim from listeners and critics alike. He's particularly celebrated for his performances in young adult fiction, LGBTQ+ stories, and contemporary literary fiction.   Whether you're a lifelong audiobook fan, a devoted Book Lounge listener, or someone who's been curious about trying audiobooks for the first time, this conversation offers a fascinating look inside one of publishing's most beloved formats.  Celebrate Audiobook Month with us and discover why a great narrator can transform a great book into an unforgettable experience.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026!  Who's in this episode:   Michael Crouch - Website  Saskia Maarleveld– Instagram Check out Saskia's Medium article – The Voice in Your Ears  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:39 Welcome to Saskia Maarleveld and Michael Crouch 00:03:05 What does it feel like to work on IP books vs. Original Content?  00:06:30 What does creative freedom look like to you in narration?  00:15:05 What brought you into audiobook work?  00:25:03 What genre feels like home?  00:30:08 How are people getting into narration today?  00:40:41 Is there a standard for what you're paid for your work?  00:50:03 Working on pronunciations 00:53:32 Lightning Round 00:59:55 Thanks and Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What should you read this Pride Month?  In this Pride Month episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by Jananie K. Velu to share book recommendations that celebrate queer stories, queer joy, and the many ways LGBTQIA+ people find connection, community, and hope.  As they discuss the books they're recommending this June, the conversation expands beyond reading lists to explore what it means to live Pride every day of the year. Together, Joe and Jananie reflect on the importance of making space for joy, remembrance, rest, and reflection, and how books can help us better understand ourselves and each other.  Whether you're looking to discover new LGBTQIA+ authors, add more queer stories to your TBR, or simply find your next great read, this episode offers thoughtful recommendations and meaningful conversation about the power of reading during Pride Month and beyond.  From stories that celebrate queer futures to books that honor the past, this is a conversation about reading, identity, community, and the many ways Pride can live on long after June ends.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026!  Book recommendations:  Jananie's Picks:  Comedic Timing – Upasna Barath  Tall Water – SJ Sindu  Meeting Millie – Clare Ashton  Honey Girl – Morgan Roges  Perfume and Pain – Anna Dorn  Fundamentally – Nussaibah Younis  Big Swiss – Jen Beagin  Local Heavens – K. M. Fajardo  Devil of the Deep – Falencia Jean Francois  House of Hunger - Alexis Henderson  Joe's Picks:  Stag Dance & Detransition Baby – Torrey Peters  Tell Me I'm Worthless – Alison Rumfitt  Northranger – Rey Terciero  Jackson Alone – Jose Ando  Field Guide for the Formerly Villainous – Autumn K. England  We Burned So Bright – TJ Klune  Patricia Wants to Cuddle – Samantha Allen  You Weren't Meant to Be Human – Andrew Joseph White  Who's in this episode:   Jananie K. Velu – Links   Glad Day Lit, Toronto - website  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:54 Welcome to Jananie K. Velu 00:01:26 What are your pride practices?  00:07:50 Our Pride Reading Recommendations 01:00:10 Thanks to Jananie and Outro!  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pride Month is a celebration, but it's also a reminder of the journeys so many LGBTQ+ people take to find acceptance, belonging, and hope.  In this special Pride Month episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by authors Kody Keplinger, Ryan Collett, and TJ Alexander for honest, heartfelt conversations about identity, community and the power of seeing yourself reflected in stories.  In the first half of the episode, Kody Keplinger and Ryan Collett discuss the isolation and shame that many queer people experience, the importance of finding your people and how books can help readers feel less alone. Together, they explore the transformative power of connection, representation, and hope.  In the second half, TJ Alexander joins Joe for a conversation about queer joy, love stories, and the importance of imagining futures where LGBTQIA+ people aren't simply surviving, they're thriving. From romance and community to the possibilities of a more inclusive world, this discussion celebrates the beauty and power of queer storytelling.  This episode is a reminder that none of us are meant to navigate life alone.  Book Lounge by Libby is a podcast for readers, book lovers, and anyone searching for their next great read.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026) and June – October 2026!  Who's in this episode:   Segment 1:  Kody Keplinger – Website, WHERE LOST GIRLS GO  Ryan Collett – Website, GEORGE FALLS THROUGH TIME  Segment 2:   TJ Alexander – Website, A LADY FOR ALL SEASONS  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:41 Segment 1 with Kody Keplinger and Ryan Collett 00:45:06 Segment 2 with TJ Alexander 01:28:04 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June is STACKED with incredible new releases, and this month's Book Picks episode is here to help you build your summer TBR. Joe is joined by Kieran, founder of the Queer Liberation Library, to talk about the most exciting June 2026 book releases across genres — from buzzy literary fiction and swoony romances to twisty thrillers, queer stories, fantasy adventures, and everything in between.  Along the way, Kieran also shares more about the mission behind the Queer Liberation Library, a digital library working to increase access to LGBTQIA+ books for readers across the United States. If you're looking for more queer stories to add to your reading life, it's an incredible resource worth exploring.  Whether you're planning beach reads, book club picks, or simply trying to stay ahead of the biggest releases of the month, this episode is packed with recommendations to keep your TBR thriving all summer long.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Who's in this episode:   Check out the Queer Liberation Library (website)! You can show your support with a donation here (donation link) or just by supporting them on social media (Instagram).  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026)!  Book recommendations:  Kieran's Picks:   Honorable Mention: The Fake Divination Offense – Sara Raasch  Puck – Samantha Allen  25 Days in Athens – Jack Strange  Supergay! - Frankie Grande  Double Dutch Fuss – Phill Branch  Red X – David Demchuk   Tillinghast – Clare Cavenagh  Grief Eater – Emma Osborne    Joe's Picks:   Slasher Summer – E.L. Chen  Mister Magic: The Graphic Novel – Kiersten White, Illustrated by Veronica & Andy Fish  The Disaster Gay Detective Agency – Lev AC Rosen  The Disco at the End of the World – Nathan Tavares  We Hexed the Moon – Mollyhall Seeley  Girl's Girl – Sonia Feldman  Valley of the Moms – Hannah Selinger  Marion – Leah Rowan  I am not a Vampire (Anymore) - Darcy Miller  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:03 Welcome Kieran and the Queer Liberation Library 00:01:27 What is the Queer Liberation Library (QLL)?  00:03:24 Supporting QLL and the Pride month donation drive 00:04:44 June 2026 Book Picks 00:58:48 Thanks to Kieran and Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your TBR is looking a little too well-behaved, consider this your official invitation to cause some chaos.  Joe is joined by Abby from @crimebythebook to dive headfirst into a stack of mystery and thriller recommendations that are twisty, chilling, and completely unputdownable. From locked-room tension and atmospheric horror-leaning suspense to darkly clever whodunits and cult-favorite thrillers, this episode is packed with reads guaranteed to keep you guessing long after “just one more chapter.”  If you're searching for the best mystery books, psychological thrillers, dark academia vibes, or hidden gem crime fiction to add to your reading list, this episode is your next obsession.   Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026)!  Book recommendations:  Abby's Picks:   Nightwatching – Tracy Sierra  You Are Fatally Invited  & The Library After Dark  – Ande Pliego  The Treasure Hunters Club – Tom Ryan   The Anniversary – Alex Finlay   Hide & Seek - Søren Sveistrup   The Possession of Alba Díaz - Isabel Cañas    Joe's Picks:   The Mill House Murders – Yukito Ayatsuji  Dead & Breakfast & Summer Coven  - Kat Hillis & Rosiee Thor (Aug. 25)  Murder in the Dressing Room & Missing in Soho – Holly Stars (Jun. 2)  With My Little Eye – Joshilyn Jackson  The Sister Holiday Series (Book 1: Scorched Grace, Book 3: Divine Ruin) - Margot Douaihy  Who's in this episode:   Abby (Crime by the Book) - Links  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:44 Welcome to Abby from CrimebytheBook! 00:01:06 Getting to know Abby and Crime by the Book 00:11:11 Our Mystery & Mayhem Recommendations 00:51:54 Thanks to Abby and Outro!  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sammy Chester (@gosnowso) joins us for the first time to have a conversation about MATCH POINT (on Prime, Paramount+, Kanopy and many other places). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:22:37). Submit your comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2026.

Will & Jared complete their Matt Johnson miniseries with a found footage flick of four CIA operatives and their fictitious trip to the Moon. This week, we discuss Operation Avalanche.What surprises Will about how some of Operation Avalanche was sneakily filmed? What series of TV shows has Jared dived headlong into finally? What county will Will travel to next month? Does Jared discover a soundboard and get carried away? Listen to find out!Operation Avalanche is available to watch on Tubi, Plex, Fawsome, and Kanopy.Intro by AJ Stillabower (ajstillabower.com).Our outro track is "Gymnopedie No. 1" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseYou can listen to Reno Championship Wrestling & Spellbound and Gagged anywhere you get podcasts.Email the show at debaserpod@gmail.comFollow Debaser on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook.Follow Will on Instagram and Jared on Bluesky.Cover art by @DogBitesBackNY

Send us Fan MailTim and Jay had the opportunity to talk with Brett Neveu, playwright, professor, and screenwriter of (the play and) film Eric LaRue, directed by Michael Shannon. We talk about the differences between writing for the stage and writing for the screen; the absurdity of grief, pastors trying to help, and good intentions. Along the way, Brett gives us great insight into crafting a compelling story.You can watch Eric LaRue at Kanopy through your local library.Find more information about Brett here.Red Orchid Theatre.Some of the films we discuss in this episode: Eric LaRue and Mass.Come find us:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTwitterYouTube (starting with Episode 81)Opening music: "Let's Start at the Beginning," Lee RosevereClosing music: "Découvre moi," Marc Senet & Simon Grivot

What makes readers gasp out loud at the end of a thriller? How do authors plant clues without giving everything away? And why do some plot twists stay with us forever?  This week on Book Lounge, Joe is joined by three powerhouse thriller writers — Clare Mackintosh, Jo Piazza, and Lisa Gardner — for an exciting conversation all about The Anatomy of a Twist. Together, they unpack the art of suspense, the challenge of surprising modern readers, and the careful balance between foreshadowing and deception.  From unreliable narrators and shocking endings to pacing, character secrets, and the emotional impact of a perfectly executed reveal, this episode is a must-listen for thriller readers, mystery lovers, and aspiring writers alike. The group also discusses some of their favorite twists in fiction, the pressure of “outsmarting” readers in the age of online theories, and what they believe makes psychological thrillers so addictive.  If you love mystery books, crime fiction, suspense novels, plot twists, and behind-the-scenes conversations with bestselling authors, this episode delivers plenty of intrigue, insight, and mayhem.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026)!  Who's in this episode:   Clare Mackintosh - website Jo Piazza - website Lisa Gardner - website  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:11 Get to know today's guests 00:02:51 Writing by the seat of your pants 00:03:31 Figuring as you go vs. Planning 00:06:53 The Architect vs. The Builder 00:08:48 Working backwards 00:15:48 Do you want the reader to have the chance to figure out the mystery?  00:22:17 Twists at the top of the book 00:39:14 Do they track body bags?  00:42:33 Do readers want to be surprised?  00:50:10 How do you balance plot + pacing with your twist?  00:57:35 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Book Lounge, Joe is joined by Meara for a celebration of all things adventure as they talk about adult books that perfectly capture the feeling of reading The Magic Tree House. Whether it's characters being pulled into another time and place, epic quests across strange worlds, hidden mysteries, or stories filled with wonder and discovery, these are the books that recreate that unforgettable reading experience for grown-up readers.  From fantasy adventures and historical twists to books that feel immersive, magical, and impossible to put down, Joe and Meara share the titles giving them major Magic Tree House energy and explain why these stories still tap into the same excitement that made so many readers fall in love with books in the first place. If you've ever wanted stories that make you feel like you've stepped through a portal into another world, this episode is for you.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026)!  Book recommendations:  Meara's Picks:  These Immortal Truths – R. Raeta  How the Word Is Passed: A Reckoning with the History of Slavery Across America – Clint Smith  The Keeper of Night - Kylie Lee Baker  The Scarlet Throne - Amy Leow  The Dead Cat Tail Assassins - P. Djèlí Clark  In Universes - Emet North  The Time Traveler's Passport Collection  Joe's Picks:  Vampires in the Lemon Grove – Karen Russell  Found Audio – NJ Campbell  Peaces – Helen Oyeyemi   Under the Whispering Door – TJ Klune  The Elsewhere Express – Samantha Sotto Yambao  Sheets – Brenna Thummler  Who's in this episode:   Meara - Links  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:50 Welcome Meara! 00:01:06 What was your relationship to the Magic Tree House? 00:02:11 Reading Magic Tree House as an adult 00:11:57 Instilling recognition of cultures 00:19:40 Do you see similarities between your regular reads and the MTH books you enjoyed?  00:24:09 Our reading recommendations! 00:53:58 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Joe sits down with legendary children's author Mary Pope Osborne to celebrate the legacy of the Magic Tree House books and the generations of readers who grew up with Jack and Annie's adventures.  Together, they discuss the original spark that inspired the series, how the personalities of Jack and Annie developed over time and the early days of writing for young readers during the rise of early chapter books. Mary also shares behind-the-scenes stories about adapting the series into graphic novels, audiobooks, musicals, and animation, along with the process of designing some of the most recognizable covers in children's literature.  The conversation also explores Mary's writing routine, the books that challenged her most creatively, the incredible memories she's collected from readers over the years and what it means to see The Magic Tree House continue to connect with new generations of kids today.  Filled with nostalgia, creativity, laughter, and heartfelt reflection, this episode is a celebration of storytelling, imagination, and one of the most beloved children's series of all time.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list: Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026)!  Who's in this episode:   Mary Pope Osborne – YouTube, Website, Instagram  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:15 What was the spark that lead to the Magic Tree House?  00:03:48 The idea of writing for younger readers and inspiration in the classroom 00:07:35 How did Jack & Annie's personalities take shape?  00:09:00 How has change happened over the years?  00:13:21 The start of Early Chapter Books 00:22:09 Animating the Magic Tree House 00:25:47 Designing the cover 00:30:25 The Magic Tree House Graphic Novels 00:35:30 What is your process for writing? 00:41:06 Kids informed titles and covers live! 00:42:48 Magic Tree House: History Heroes  00:47:25 What book pushed you most while writing?  00:50:00 Recording the Magic Tree House audiobooks 00:51:26 Magic Tree House Musicals 00:52:58 What memories over the years have truly stuck with you?  00:57:54 Lightning Round! 00:59:59 What do you hope your readers take with them?  01:00:10 What does the series mean to you now?  01:00:31 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Continuing our celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month episode, Joe is joined by Jananie K. Velu to share some of their favorite books that center mental health, healing, growth, and emotional honesty.  Together, they talk about the stories that stay with us, the comfort books can provide during difficult seasons and the powerful role reading can play in helping people feel understood and less alone. The conversation also explores Jananie's Anti-Brain Rot reading challenge, the idea of mindful reading, and the challenge of staying intentional with our habits, goals, and attention spans in a world full of distractions.  This episode is packed with recommendations, from emotional contemporary stories to hopeful, comforting reads, and the full episode description includes an even bigger list of titles that didn't make it into the conversation.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list:  Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!   Book recommendations:  (Includes picks not mentioned but picked for this episode)  Jananie's Picks:   Cleo Dang Would Rather Be Dead - Mai Nguyen  An Academy for Liars - Alexis Henderson  Alone With You in the Ether - Olivie Blake  Haldol and Hyacinths -  Melody Moezzi  An Unquiet Mind - Kay Redfield Jamison  How to Keep House While Drowning – KC Davis   Challenger Deep - Neal Shusterman  Darius the Great is Not Okay – Adib Khorram My Year of Rest and Relaxation – Ottessa Moshfegh  Turtles All the Way Down - John Green  What My Bones Know – Stephanie Foo  Evil Eye - Etaf Rum  The Secret World of Briar Rose - Cindy Pham  Between Friends and Lovers - Shirlene Obuobi  Before I Let Go - Kennedy Ryan  Cleopatra and Frankenstein - Coco Mellors  Big Swiss - Jen Beagin  Joe's Picks:  Puzzled – Pan Cooke  What's Wrong? - Erin Williams  Anxietyland – Gemma Correll  Past Tense – Sacha Mardou   Dear Scarlet – Teresa Wong   In. - Will McPhail   Everything is OK – Debbie Tung   Verona Comics – Jennifer Dugan  Sunflowers – Keezy Young  Who's in this episode:   Jananie K. Velu - Links  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:52 Catching up with Jananie & Mental Health Awareness Month 00:01:10 What role does reading play in your mental health journey?  00:02:15 Anti-Brain Rot Reading Challenge and Mindful Reading 00:04:48 When you're going through it mentally, it's hard to stick to goals and plans 00:07:36 Mental Health Awareness Month Reading Recs 01:07:27 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're reflecting on Mental Health Awareness Month. Today, Joe sits down with two mental health professionals to explore the powerful connection between reading, emotional well-being, and community.  Split into two thoughtful segments, this episode invites listeners to reflect on how books, libraries, and small daily habits can support healing, growth, and a sense of stability in an often-overwhelming world.  In the first segment, Joe is joined by Monica Hobson (aka: @thebookeduptherapist), a therapist and licensed clinical social worker whose work centers on the role of reading in our healing journeys. Together, they explore the idea that distraction isn't avoidance; it's a meaningful part of processing and recovery. They discuss the importance of self-care, how books can act as connectors between people and experiences, and how to quiet the pressure of “what should I read” in favor of what truly serves you.  In the second segment, Joe speaks with Dr. Suzan Song, MD, PhD, about the broader impact of reading on both individuals and communities. Their conversation touches on personal and collective agency, building stability in uncertain times, and what Dr. Song wishes more people understood about mental health. She also shares why one of her first priorities in any new place is getting a library card and what that represents beyond just access to books.  This episode is an invitation to slow down, reflect, and consider the role stories play in our lives; not just as entertainment, but as tools for connection, understanding, and healing.  We hope this conversation offers a sense of comfort and possibility. You are not alone.  If you are seeking support, please find a list of resources below:  Psychology Today Find a Therapist tool: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists  988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org  Maternal Mental Health: call or text 1-833-852-6262  Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administrations: call or text 1-800-985-5990  The Trevor Project for LGBTQ+ Youth: Call 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Who's in this episode:   Segment 1:  Monica Hobson – Instagram, Psychology Today  Segment 2:   Dr. Suzan Song – Website, Instagram, book: Why We Suffer and How We Heal  Link to our full book list:  Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Here's a recap of our Monthly Book Picks (Jan-May 2026)!  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro – Welcome to Mental Health Awareness Month 00:00:43 Segment 1 with Monica Hobson, LCSW 00:06:37 Distraction is an important part of our healing process 00:08:22 Making time and giving power to self-care 00:19:55 Books are a connector 00:35:39 What are the immediate benefits to reading for mental health?  00:38:30 How can you make a more stress-free reading life?  00:43:53 How can we contribute to our JOY while reading?  00:48:12 Segment 2 with Dr. Suzan Song, MD, PhD 00:49:07 How does reading help heal communities?  00:52:58 Personal and collective agency  00:53:58 How can you build your own sense of agency? 00:57:48 Escapism versus alignment 00:59:05 What does Dr. Song wish more people understood about mental health? 01:05:46 Resilience is not just enduring 1:09:03 Book club is an experience of connection 01:11:16 We're missing a lot of shared spaces 01:13:36 Getting a library card 01:14:15 Where do stories and reading fit within a healing journey? 01:15:26 Privatized suffering and healing 01:19:02 Thinking about death and dying 01:23:36 Through reading, we feel more safe and understood 01:27:17 How can someone start reflecting through the day (easily) 01:29:36 The emotional GPS 01:31:04 What's a message you hope readers carry with them?  01:32:21 Outro    Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by Jananie K. Velu of thisstoryaintover to celebrate AAPI Month with a stack of incredible Asian lit you'll want to add to your TBR immediately.  Together, they dive into a wide range of must-read books highlighting stories that span genres, perspectives, and lived experiences. From deeply personal narratives to sweeping, unforgettable storytelling, this conversation is all about discovering books that stay with you and expanding your reading list to celebrate these voices all year long.  Whether you're looking to build out your AAPI Month reading list, discover new favorite authors, or simply find your next great read, this episode is packed with recommendations that bring heart, perspective, and unforgettable storytelling.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list:  Find all the books mentioned in Season 3 on Libby Life!  Book recommendations:  Jananie's Picks:  We Dance Upon Demons - Vaishnavi Patel  Burn the Sea - Mona Tewari  Capitalists Must Starve - Park Seolyeon  Natural Beauty & Immaculate Conception - Ling Ling Huang  Cleo Dang Would Rather Be Dead - Mai Nguyen  A Kiss of Crimson Ash - Anuja Varghese  Breasts and Eggs – Mieko Kawakami  Tall Water – SJ Sindu  Welcome to the Hyunam-dong Bookshop - Hwang Bo-reum   Joe's Picks:  Counterattacks at Thirty & Almond – Won-Pyung Sohn  Séance Tea Party – Reimena Yee  What You Are Looking For is in the Library – Michiko Aoyama  The Midnight Taxi – Yosha Gunasekera  Convenience Store Woman & Earthlings - Sayaka Murata  Detective Aunty & Moonlight Murder - Uzma Jalaluddin  Shoutout: Strange Pictures, Strange Houses & Strange Buildings - Uketsu  Who's in this episode:  Jananie K. Velu - Links  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:06 Catching up with Jananie K. Velu! 00:02:20 What are Jananie's guiding lights when choosing for her imprint 00:03:57 Starting the reading recs 01:03:46 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe celebrates Asian Heritage Month by spotlighting the global impact of Asian voices in storytelling. Joined by bestselling authors Lisa See and Zoulfa Katouh, the conversation explores how heritage, identity, and lived experience shape the stories we read and why those stories resonate far beyond any one place or perspective.  From the influence of cultural traditions to the responsibility of telling stories rooted in personal and collective history, Lisa and Zoulfa share how their backgrounds inform their writing and connect with readers around the world. This episode highlights the power of global storytelling, the importance of representation in literature, and the way deeply personal narratives can feel universal.  If you're looking to celebrate Asian Heritage Month through books, discover globally resonant stories, or better understand how culture shapes the stories that stay with us, this conversation is a meaningful place to start.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Who's in this episode:   Lisa See - Website Daughters of the Sun and Moon – coming June 9, 2026 Lady Tan's Circle of Women    Zoulfa Katouh - Website The Ocean Would Paint Me Blue - coming June 2, 2026 As Long as the Lemon Tree Grows  Time stamps: 00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:57 Welcome to Lisa See and Zoulfa Katouh 00:02:22 A conversation on Asian heritage, culture and the impact on writing 00:23:41 Being Authentic and Intentional 00:29:02 Lisa See reflects on conversations about racism with her father 00:40:47 What does home mean to you in your work?  00:47:07 What do you hope readers take with you from your work?  00:51:51 Thank you and outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailOn this month's episode, Sarah from the Midwest Writing Center returns to share some exciting opportunities coming this summer. Your hosts also get bookish with some cozy mysteries, and they share their tips and tricks for planning a bookish vacation!We want to hear from our listeners! Email us at checked.in@davenportlibrary.comTo find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Upcoming programs:ALL AGES: Summer Reading Kick Off: Bubblepalooza! - Saturday, May 30th @ 10:00am | EasternAdults: The Real Cowboys that America Tried to Erase - Tuesday, May 26th @ 6:30pm | FairmountTweens/Teens: Teen Book + Club: The Blood Years by Elana K. Arnold - Saturday, May 9th @ 2:00pm | EasternKids: Choose Your Own Adventure Book Club - Tuesday, May 26th @ 5:30pm | EasternHelpful links from our discussion:Young Emerging Writers Internship (Midwest Writing Center)Artifacts & Archives PodcastQC Beats Interlibrary LoanLibrary Links:Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Info Cafe: The Library's Reference BlogBeanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!2026 Online Reading Challenge: Know Your History

Hey there Lovelies and welcome back for the 392nd episode of Final Girls Horrorcast! Today we're kicking off the 80's Were Weird Month with a movie from 1988, ‘C.H.U.D.', streaming on Prime Video and Roku.    Trailer Trashtalk: ‘Deep Water' (May 1st, 2026)   Next Week - Join us next week as we chat about ‘Alison's Birthday' streaming on Kanopy and TubiTV.

Nights' Screen Critic Dan Slevin takes a look at The Resene Architecture & Design Film Festival, touring nationwide. Also streaming: Bait on Prime Video, a dark comedy from Riz Ahmed, and The Treasure of the Sierra Madre on Kanopy.Nights' Screen Critic Dan Slevin takes a look at theIN CINEMAS - NationwideResene Architecture & Design Film Festival, which opened in Auckland last night and runs across 13 towns and cities nationwide until 21 June. Dan reviews four of the films; Nuvola, The Great Arch, Googie and Stardust: A Story of Love and Architecture.PAID STREAMING – Prime VideoBait is a six-part comedy drama from Riz Ahmed, who also stars. It follows an Asian-British actor whose failed James Bond audition triggers a spiral of personal, professional and psychological fallout. It's dark, funny and strange, featuring a voice performance by Patrick Stewart as a severed pig's head.FREE STREAMING – KanopyThe Treasure of the Sierra Madre is a classic human drama about three men who strike gold in Mexico and quickly discover how greed unravels their pact to share it equally. It's a tense, richly told story of ambition and mistrust, and a multiple Academy Award winner.Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Nights' resident screen critic joins Emile Donovan to review: The Resene Architecture & Design Film Festival selections (in cinemas), Bait (Prime Video) and The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (Kanopy).

Be honest, how many books have you borrowed purely because the cover looked amazing?  This week on Book Lounge, Joe is joined by Bre for a very honest, slightly chaotic, and deeply relatable conversation about judging books by their covers. Before diving into our recommendations, we get into what Bre loves in a cover design.  We also talk about the covers that live rent-free in for Bre, and how special editions have completely changed the way readers collect (and display) books. Plus, a love-filled detour into The Diviners series and why its design continues to stand out.  Then, we get to recommending books we only read BECAUSE of the cover.  We didn't read the synopsis.  We didn't check reviews.  We saw the cover… and that was enough.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Book recommendations:  Bre's Picks:  How to Solve Your Own Murder – Kristen Perrin  The Jumbies - Tracey Baptiste   To Steal a Throne - Gabi Burton  On Sundays She Picked Flowers - Yah Yah Scholfield   Joe's Picks:   Sky Daddy – Kate Folk  Just Like Mother – Anne Heltzel  Dollface – Lindy Ryan  Butter – Asako Yuzuki   Who's in this episode:   Bre - Links  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:40 Welcome to Bre The Loc'd Booktician 00:01:02 What are some of your favorite cover designs? 00:05:56 Do you have a book cover that comes to mind when you think of a good design? 00:06:57 Thoughts on special editions 00:19:11 Here's our recommendations! 01:17:35 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your TBR is about to get longer.  In this episode of Book Lounge, Joe is joined by Rachel to break down the most exciting book releases coming in May 2026 by sharing what they're adding to their to-be-read piles. From buzzy debuts and fan-favorite authors to under-the-radar titles you'll want to grab early, they're sorting through the chaos of new releases so you don't have to.  Expect strong opinions, a few surprises, and plenty of “place hold now” energy as they build their May reading lists.  Whether you're planning your next great read or just love staying ahead of the book buzz, this episode is your go-to guide for what's hitting shelves this May.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Book recommendations:  Rachel's Titles:   Our Perfect Storm - Carley Fortune  A Parade of Horribles – Matt Dinniman  The Final Target – Nora Roberts  Caller Unknown – Gillian McAllister  The Shippers  - Katherine Center  Good Joy, Bad Joy – Mikki Brammer  The Last Page – Katie Holt  The Midnight Train – Matt Haig  Joe's Titles:  Homebound – Portia Elan  Bromantasy – Maire Roche  Opting Out – Maia Kobabe, Lucky Srikumar  Until Death – Mary Berman  Murder Most Delicious - Danielle Postel-Vinay  Landing in Place – Sherine Hamdy, art by Myra El Mir  Gay Mormon Dad – Chad Anderson  Body Count – Codie Crowley  Not Your Final Girl – Mikayla Randolph  Femme Feral – Sam Beckbessinger  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:48 A warm welcome to Rachel! 00:01:23 Breaking out of a bit of a slump 00:06:10 Our May 2026 Book Picks! 01:05:06 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will & Jared finally remembered to hit RECORD this time and have an actual audio file to show for it. Our series on the films of Matt Johnson continues with the long-awaited episode on one of our favorite movies of 2023: Blackberry. How good can a movie about a phone even be? Why does Jared threaten to leap across the table at Will? How insanely rich are the main characters from this movie now? Listen to find out!Blackberry is available to watch on Netflix, AMC+, Kanopy, and more. Intro by AJ Stillabower (ajstillabower.com).Our outro track is "Gymnopedie No. 1" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 LicenseYou can listen to Reno Championship Wrestling & Spellbound and Gagged anywhere you get podcasts.Email the show at debaserpod@gmail.comFollow Debaser on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook.Follow Will on Instagram and Jared on Bluesky.Cover art by @DogBitesBackNY

Crocodiles! Crucifixes! Drag shows? All of this and more on our special anniversary episode as we cover the X-Rated and widely banned religious historic horror THE DEVILS!Starring Vanessa Redgrave and Oliver Reed, the film follows the real life historical events in 1600s France where the local priest was accused of bewitching the nuns of the local convent and tried for witchcraft.Next time we're covering PULSE (KAIRO).Thanks for listening and stay spoopy ya'll!Timestamps:00:00:27 Intro00:02:02 Start/Apologies to the French00:05:09 Historical Facts and Fiction00:16:22 A Bite-Sized History Lession00:22:55 Convents and Convention00:35:57 The Book vs The Play00:41:08 Ken Russell's Career00:48:23 The Cast01:03:56 Rundown01:05:05 SPOILERS!!!01:39:00 Ratings01:44:56 Next Week (Pulse/Kairo on AMC+ and Kanopy)01:52:45 GoodbyesThe Grindhouse Girls Podcast is created by Katie Dale and Brit Ray. This week's episode is edited by Katie Dale.Part of the Redacted Entertainment Network.Royalty free music used: Ready Set Go and Outro White SmokeCopyright 2020 Grindhouse Girls PodcastThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode of Book Lounge, Joe goes behind the scenes of one of the most important—and most misunderstood—parts of publishing: book cover design.  In the first segment, Erin Fitzsimmons (Sourcebooks) and Karina Granda (Hachette Book Group) join Joe to talk about how they got their start in design, what their creative process looks like today, and how book covers have evolved alongside trends, formats, and reader expectations.  Then, in the second segment, Kathryn G. English (Blackstone Publishing) and Ryan Willwerscheid (Podium Audio) dive into how design shifts across formats, from print to audio, and share some of the biggest surprises that go into creating a cover that connects with readers.  From concept to final product, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the art, strategy, and collaboration behind the covers you can't stop staring at.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Who's in this episode:   Segment 1:  Erin Fitzsimmons - Instagram  Karina Granda – Instagram   Segment 2:   Kathryn G. English - Instagram  Ryan Willwerscheid – Instagram   Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro with Karina Granda and Erin Fitzsimmons 00:03:50 How did you get into this space?  00:09:09 What does on the job training look like for a cover designer?  00:27:54 When do you start desiging covers?  00:39:57 What is a trendy cover vs. A timeless cover?  00:47:07 Thank you to Karina and Erin! 00:47:19 Intro with Ryan Willwerscheid and Kathryn G. English 00:51:03 How do you approach cover design? 01:02:39 Where do you find inspiration when creating covers?  01:06:45 How often do you push comps and trends over author wants?  01:18:11 Do you ever have to change covers right before print? 01:37:50 What would you want people to take away from creating book covers? 01:39:46 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for your next great historical fiction read? Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark, host of the Book Gang Podcast, to share standout historical fiction recommendations to add to your TBR.  From immersive, character-driven stories to sweeping narratives that bring the past to life, this episode highlights books that will stick with you long after the final page. Amy brings her expertise in discovering buzzy and noteworthy titles, while Joe adds a few picks of his own—including one unexpected curveball.  Whether you're a longtime historical fiction reader or just looking for a place to start, this episode is packed with compelling recommendations across time periods and styles.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Book recommendations: Amy's Picks:  The Half Life - Rachel Beanland  Scandalous Women - Gill Paul  The Final Revival of Opal and Nev - Dawnie Walton  The Foursome - Christina Baker Kline  Happy Land - Dolen Perkins-Valdez  Joe's Picks:  Let's Call Her Barbie – Renée Rosen  Disco Witches of Fire Island – Blair Fell  The Hounding – Xenobe Purvis  Dead Eleven – Jimmy Juliano  Silver Nitrate – Silvia Moreno-Garcia  Flung out of Space – Grace Ellis & Hannah Templer  Stage Dreams – Melanie Gillman  The Legend of Auntie Po – Shing Yin Khor  Parallel – Matthias Lehmann    Who's in this episode:   Amy Allen Clark, Book Gang Podcast – links  Articles referenced:   https://bookriot.com/what-makes-a-book-historical-fiction/   https://celadonbooks.com/what-is-historical-fiction/   https://historicalnovelsociety.org/defining-the-genre-2/  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:00:53 Hello to Amy!  00:01:30 What is Historical Fiction, and what defines it?  00:04:28 Amy's thoughts on Historical Fiction 00:12:11 Historical Fiction Recommendations 01:07:28 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you know it's National Poetry Month? In this week's episode, Nicole shares why it's the perfect time to introduce your little ones to the joy of poetry. Then, Sara recommends some excellent TV series you can stream for free with your library card through Kanopy—most of them British shows. Tune in to discover your next binge-worthy series!

Hello classmates!Video Game movies are BACK, Coyote vs Acme vs WB, PLUS is Disney still an industry innovator?Visit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/vg6cYrupTJAhttp://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Thrash - NetflixThe Mummy (2017) - HBO MaxBob Trevino Likes it - HuluDinner in America - Roku, Kanopy, Plex

Christina Baker Kline, Heather Webb and Lauren Tarshis join Joe for a wide-ranging conversation on the enduring appeal of historical fiction and why readers keep coming back for stories rooted in the past.  From immersive research to emotional storytelling, they explore how historical fiction brings real moments to life while still leaving room for imagination. The conversation also dives into the challenges of writing in difficult time periods, how authors maintain hope when their subject matter gets heavy and what it means to responsibly shape narratives based on real events.  Plus, each author shares insight into their creative process and how they build vivid, unforgettable worlds across genres and age group.  Whether you're a lifelong historical fiction reader or just starting to explore the genre, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the stories that help us better understand where we've been and where we're going.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Who's in this episode:   Christina Baker Kline  Website  The Foursome  Heather Webb  Website  The Hope Keeper  Lauren Tarshis  Website  I Survived the Dust Bowl, 1935  I Survived the California Wildfires, 2018 Graphic Novel  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro to Historical Fiction 00:01:08 Hello from Christina Baker Kline, Heather Webb & Lauren Tarshis 00:05:07 Diving into the conversation – why historical fiction?  00:49:26 How do you balance the heaviness of historical with maintaining light in your life? 00:58:44 Thank you and outro    Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for your next favorite author before they blow up? This episode is for you.  Joe is joined by Amy Allen Clark of the Book Gang Podcast, an expert in spotlighting debut authors, for a conversation that starts with a little podcast inside baseball. From prepping interviews to working with first-time authors, they dig into what makes debut conversations so special.  Then, it's all about the books.  Joe and Amy share standout debut novels from 2022 through 2026 that completely delivered. These are the first books that don't feel like first books: bold, buzzworthy, and absolutely worth adding to your TBR.  If you loved the Dazzling Debuts conversation, this is your official reading list follow-up.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Book recommendations:  Amy's Picks:  The Sunflower Boys by Sam Wachman  Harvesting Rosewater by Paria Hassouri  The Sign for Home by Blair Fell  With Friends Like You by Amy Chozick  If I Ruled the World by Amy DuBois Barnett  Joe's Picks:   Mayra – Nicky Gonzalez  The Dallergut Dream Department Store – Miye Lee  Cactus Country – Zoe Bossiere  The September House – Carissa Orlando  I Want You More – Swan Huntley  The Compound – Aisling Rawle  Julie Chan is Dead – Liann Zhang  How to Survive a Horror Story – Mallory Arnold  Smoke Gets in Your Eyes – Anais Flogny   Fitting Indian – Jyoti Chand  Homebody – Theo Parish  Who's in this episode:   Amy Allen Clark – Links     Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro to Dazzling Debuts 00:05:00 Inside baseball – talking to debut authors and the art of the interview 00:25:35 Dazzling Debut Recommendations 01:19:35 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lovelies and welcome back for the 390th episode of Final Girls Horrorcast! Today we're kicking off the 80's Were Weird Month with a movie from 1988, ‘Slugs', streaming on Prime Video and Roku.    Trailer Trashtalk: ‘Lee Cronin's The Mummy' (March 17th, 2026)   Next Week - Join us next week as we chat about ‘The Lair of the White Worm' streaming on Kanopy, Hoopla, and Plex.

This week we have a conversation about THE LIMEY (on Amazon Prime, Kanopy, Hoopla and ad-supporter streamers). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:09:29). Submit your comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2026.

Welcome to Season 3 of Book Lounge by Libby! We're kicking things off with a celebration of debut authors; the moment when years of writing, revising, and hoping finally turn into a book on shelves.  Joe is joined by Casey Scieszka, Katie Bernet, and Leia Ham to talk about what it really takes to publish a first novel. From early drafts and rejections to finding an agent, navigating edits, and seeing their books in the world for the first time, this conversation pulls back the curtain on the debut experience.  They also dive into the emotional side of publishing: imposter syndrome, creative pressure, and the surreal moment of becoming a “published author.” Whether you're an aspiring writer or just love discovering new voices, this episode is a behind-the-scenes look at where every author's journey begins.  Make sure you're following the show so you don't miss our next episode where we give you debut recommendations!  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Who's in this episode:   Casey Scieszka - website  The Fountain  Katie Bernet - website  Beth is Dead  Leia Ham - website  The Missing Magic of Sparrow Xia  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title  00:00:23 Updates for Season 3 00:02:26 Intro 00:10:13 Sharing your book with the world 00:28:15 Getting into book two 00:42:17 What do you want most for your first release? 00:48:35 Does being a published author feel different? 00:52:04 Lightning Round 00:59:43 Farewell to our debut guests 01:00:10 Outro Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hello classmates!Joseph bring a new game to the show, Hollywood makes some cuts, and change is upon the classVisit the YouTube channel Saturdays @ 12:30 PM Pacific to get in on the live stream, or just watch this episode rather than just listen!Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@middleclassfilmclassThis Episode:https://youtu.be/SBILR9kCEN8http://www.MCFCpodcast.comhttps://www.twitch.tv/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.facebook.com/MCFCpodcasthttp://www.twitter.com/podcastMCFChttp://www.tiktok.com/middleclassfilmclasshttp://www.instagram.com/middleclassfilmclassEmail: MCFCpodcast@gmail.comLeave us a voicemail at (209) 283-1716Merch store - https://middle-class-film-class.creator-spring.com/Join the Patreon:www.patreon.con/middleclassfilmclassPatrons:JavierJoel ShinnemanLinda McCalisterHeather Sachs https://twitter.com/DorkOfAllDorksChris GeigerDylanMitch Burns Robert Stewart JasonAndrew Martin Dallas Terry Jack Fitzpatrick Mackenzie MinerBinge Daddy DanAngry Otter (Michael)Trip AffleckJoseph Navarro     Pete Abeytaand Tyler NoeStreaming Picks:Point Break - Hulu, Peacock, Fubo, Kanopy, Youtube TV, RokuBlack Phone 2 - PeacockPizza Movie - HuluSwamp Dogg Gets His Pool Painted - KanopyMole Man - History VaultProject Hail Mary - Only in theaters

Kathleen, known online as KathleenIllustrated, joins Joe for a cozy, creativity-filled conversation. As an illustrator, thrifter, and passionate reader, Kathleen shares the early reading moments that shaped her, her deep love of libraries and Libby, and how storytelling influences her creative life.  The episode also explores her passion for thrifting and sustainability, and the joy of discovering meaningful, unexpected finds. It's a warm, relaxed chat about books, creativity, and building a life rooted in what inspires.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Find Kathleen online:   YouTube - link  Instagram – link  Website- link  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 A brief interruption from Joe & Season 3 updates 00:04:46 Intro 00:05:20 Getting to know Kathleen 00:07:22 Creativity and Vision 00:36:14 Kathleen's Reading Hot Takes 00:48:06 Not a Re-Reader 00:58:02 Recent Thrift Finds 00:59:28 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What really happens behind the scenes in publishing—and how does an editor make the leap to author?  In this bonus episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe sits down with Emma Brodie—Executive Editor at Clarkson Potter and author of Into the Blue—for a conversation that blends industry insight with creative inspiration.  In the first half, Emma pulls back the curtain on her career in publishing, sharing what a day in the life of an editor looks like, how the industry has evolved, and some tricks of the trade.   Then, the conversation shifts to Emma's own writing journey. She dives into the inspiration behind Into the Blue, her creative process, and how she balances editing with making space for her own storytelling. Along the way, Joe and Emma also bond over a certain iconic vampire saga.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Books by Emma Brodie:   Songs in Ursa Major  Into the Blue  Who's in this episode:   Emma Brodie   Instagram  Website  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:14 Talking publishing & editing with Emma Brodie 00:20:24 Oops, Joe mentions Twilight 00:21:57 Tricks of the trade 00:29:19 Emma's editing essentials 00:33:18 Making space for creativity 00:37:35 Into INTO THE BLUE 00:55:30 Lightning Round 00:57:49 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog.  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we have a conversation about SEVEN PSYCHOPATHS (on Hoopla and Kanopy). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:04:45). Submit your comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2026.

Send us Fan MailOn this month's episode, we discuss the 2026 Audie Award winners, try our best to mislead you with poorly worded book reviews, and equate April showers with tears as we discuss books that made us cry.We want to hear from our listeners! Email us at checked.in@davenportlibrary.comTo find out what books were mentioned in this episode, visit our Checked In LibGuide!Upcoming programs:Adults: Social Security, Retirement Income, & Tax Planning Basics: Part II -Thursday, April 30th @ 6:30pm | FairmountTeens/Tweens: Teen DIY: Clay Leaf Dish - Friday, April 17th @ 3:30 | MainKids: Davenport Junior Theater Workshop - Wednesday, April 8th @ 4:30 | EasternHelpful links from our discussion:2026 Audie AwardsNational Library Week (April 19-25, 2026)Libby & BridgesLibrary Links:Calendar of Events - Learn more about the events discussed in this episode and about what is coming up at the Library!Library Catalog - Place holds on all of the books discussed today!Info Cafe: The Library's Reference BlogBeanstack - Sign up to participate in our reading challenges!2026 Online Reading Challenge: Know Your History

Write into the show at MidnightFilmSociety@gmail.com and @midnightfilmpod on Instagram, Bluesky, and Letterboxd. Subscribe on Pocketcasts, YouTube Podcasts, and Spotify. Rate and review it on Apple Podcasts. Tell a friend, family member, or stranger.  Nicholas Brendon Dies At 54WonderCon‘Dune 3' and ‘Avengers: Doomsday' in Stand-OffProject Hail Mary Second Week Dropoff Only 33%What Damian's Been Watching: Project Hail Mary, Gallipoli (Kanopy), Starman (Tubi), Resurrection (Criterion) (If Andrei Tarkovsky directed Babylon), Black Narcissus (Criterion), The Woman Who Ran (Kanopy), Phantom of the Paradise (Rentable), Assault on Precinct 13 (Kanopy), Redux Redux (Rentable)What Derick's Been Watching: Project Hail Mary, Picnic at Hanging Rock, Ready or Not 2: Here I ComeLetterboxd Assignments: Damian - Public Enemies, Derick - Boiling PointsNew Letterboxd Assignments: Damian - Floating Weeds Derick - Three KingsFor Next Time: April 3rd: The Drama, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, April 10th: Faces of Death,Check Out Derick Socials Here How Video Game Films Git Gud (Live From WonderCon)Check Out Damian's Socials Here

What started as a search for representation turned into a movement.  In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by Dessa Carroll, founder of Brown Babies n' Books, a Brooklyn-based nonprofit dedicated to creating culturally rooted literacy experiences for families.  Together, they explore:  The inspiration behind launching Brown Babies n' Books   What it takes to build a grassroots community from the ground up   Why representation in books matters—for kids and caregivers   How storytelling can foster belonging, identity, and connection   What's next for this growing organization   This is a heartfelt, energizing conversation about the power of books to shape lives.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Connect with Dessa & Brown Babies n' Books:   Brown Babies n' Books website  Brown Babies n' Books Instagram  Dessa Carroll's Instagram  Titles mentioned in this episode:  Freedom Braids – Monique Duncan  Amazing Grace – Mary Hoffman  Saturday – Oge Mora  The History of We – Nikkolas Smith  Soca Baby – Qef Johnson, Ariful Mowla  Black. Single. Mother. - Jamilah Lemieux  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:23 Intro 00:01:17 Meet Brown Babies n' Books 00:24:43 Some book reflections & recommendations 00:33:55 Making your own community groups 00:38:32 Advice for new and existing groups 00:45:12 Wrapping up & outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we get to look back at more of why War is Awful - and it's not JUST becasue of the food.  We also talk about why war food was predictably awful for everyone everywhere for approximately 5000 years.Biology - and mainly the stupid microfauna of the Earth.Understanding what war food was before the Civil War helps inform how such crazy supply errors and choices were made during the Civil War - and you can start to see how this is going to change war planning - and food system planning going forward.Also also - here's where you can viewThe National Parks: America's Best IdeaLove your Library!  Watch it on Kanopy(free with your Library Card)If your Library doesn't have Kanopy - PBS - With SubscriptionOther Options:Amazon - alas with an ad-onYou Tube - but for a priceMusic Credit: Fingerlympics by Doctor TurtleShow Notes: https://thehistoryofamericanfood.blogspot.com/Email: TheHistoryofAmericanFood at gmail dot comThreads: @THoAFoodInstagram: @THoAFood& some other socials... @THoAFood

This week we have a conversation about PULP FICTION (on Paramount+, Hoopla, Kanopy and soon to be Peacock). We deep dive into the movie, discuss listener feedback, review previous ladder connections and decide on our next connected cinematic rung (1:34:33). Submit your comments, rating and suggested connections for next week's movie to themovieladder@gmail.com.Connect with us on Letterboxd (@TheMovieLadder), Twitter (@LadderMovie) and Instagram (@laddermovie). Check out our Letterboxd watchlist to see all the movies suggested on this podcast. You can find us individually on Twitter (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza) and Letterboxd (@FitzyBrendan and @brooksza). And join us for the Ladder Library Movie Challenge in 2026.

April is here, and with it comes a fresh wave of incredible new reads!

In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by a true multi-hyphenate talent—acclaimed audiobook narrator and producer Daniel Henning, whose voice you've almost certainly heard bringing stories to life.  Now, Daniel is stepping into the publishing world with his bold new imprint, Starshells of Madness, dedicated to reviving forgotten, unconventional, and culturally significant works. At the heart of this mission is his first release: Queer People by Carroll and Garrett Graham—a madcap, jazz age satire of Hollywood's most scandalous eccentrics.  Joe and Daniel dive into:  The origins and vision behind Starshells of Madness  The rediscovery of Queer People  Why this novel still feels fresh, funny, and subversive today  Daniel's journey from celebrated narrator to publisher  If you love audiobook storytelling, hidden literary gems, and juicy Old Hollywood drama, this conversation is not to be missed.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Here's just some of Daniel's work:  Queer People – Carroll and Garrett Graham  Better the Devil – Erik J. Brown  Bath Haus – PJ Vernon  The Body in the Back Garden – Mark Waddell  The House in the Cerulean Sea – TJ Klune  Somewhere Beyond the Sea – TJ Klune  In the Lives of Puppets – TJ Klune  Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! - TJ Klune  The Wig, The Bitch & The Meltdown – Jay Manuel  Follow Daniel & Starshells of Madness:   You can find Daniel Henning on Instagram  Check out the Starshells of Madness website and Starshells of Madness Instagram  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title  00:00:23 Intro 00:02:06 Catching up with Daniel Henning 00:14:46 Starshells of Maddness 00:21:07 Queer People  01:06:26 Outro   Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list of titles voiced by Daniel Henning!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Witchy books have completely cast a spell on readers—and in this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe is joined by Meara to explore the magic behind the genre.  From cozy magical stories to darker tales of witchcraft and power, Meara shares how she first fell in love with witchy reads and why the genre keeps pulling readers back for more. Meara shares her hallmarks of a great witchy book: beloved tropes, magical vibes, found family, spellwork, atmospheric settings, and the storytelling elements that make these books so irresistible.  Along the way, she highlights some of her favorite witchy reads and offer plenty of book recommendations.  Whether you're a longtime lover of witchy books or just looking for your next enchanting read, this episode is full of magical inspiration.  Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel!  Link to our full book list:  Find all the books mentioned in this episode here: https://www.libbylife.com/blog/meara-s-best-witchy-books-to-read-cozy-magical-must-read-witch-books-book-lounge-by-libby   Who's in this episode:   Find Meara online here!  Time stamps:  00:00:00 Title 00:00:22 Intro 00:01:00 Witchy Q&A with Meara 00:41:57 Outro  Readers can sample and borrow the titles mentioned in today's episode in Libby. Library friends can add these titles to their digital collections for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. Check out our Cumulative List for the whole season, or this list for today's episode!  Looking for more bookish content? Check out the Libby Life Blog!  We hope you enjoy this episode of Book Lounge by Libby. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can watch the video version of our show on the Libby App YouTube channel. Keep up with us on social media by following the Libby App on Instagram!   Want to reach out? Send an email to bookloungebylibby@overdrive.com. Want some cool bookish swag? Check out our merch store at: http://plotthreadsshop.com/booklounge!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices