Today's episode is sponsored by Literati. Visit https://literati.com/probooknerds for 25% off your first two orders. On today's episode, Adam sits down with Joe Pulizzi to discuss his debut novel The Will To Die. Joe is an icon in the world of Marketing and someone we've long known about as the creator of the Content Marketing Institute and Content Marketing World and so getting to sit down with him was an honor. Adam and Joe discuss they're Northeast Ohio roots, connecting content marketing to ...
Apr 06, 2020•46 min
Hey Nerds! Hope you're doing okay and continuing to practice social distancing. In case you need some book recommendations in our new world of quarantining at home... We're here to help. We bring great friend of the pod Andrea and newcomer Abbey onboard to round out the Zoom crew. Also several kitties, puppies, and a baby. We're podcasting on a budget, nerds. Enjoy! A Visit From the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan Darling Rose Gold by Stephanie Wrobel Matched by Ally Condie Red Rising by Pierce Brow...
Apr 02, 2020•43 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews debut author Rachel Harrison about her new book The Return. They talk about her writing horror despite being very afraid of everything. They also break down how relationships and friendships change as we grow older. This chat was so much fun and extremely introspective. Help us raise money to find a cure for Leukemia and Lymphoma: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/noh/cle20/pbooknerds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 30, 2020•42 min
On today's episode, we're looking at the books we can't wait to read in April while our respective homes. We hope you're self quarantining as well and staying safe. These books are a great way to pass the time during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Help us raise money to find a cure for Leukemia and Lymphoma: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/noh/cle20/pbooknerds Books Mentioned in this episode: The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix Sin Eater by Megan Campisi Ruthless Gods by Emily...
Mar 26, 2020•33 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews Emily St. John Mandel about her new book The Glass Hotel. The briefly discuss Station Eleven, her massively popular title based around a pandemic but, as this interview was recorded in January, the current Covid-19 pandemic isn't discussed. They get into why she was fascinated by Ponzi schemes a bunch more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 23, 2020•26 min
On today's episode, Adam and Jill interview Michael McCreary, comedian and author of Funny, You Don't Look Autistic. Michael's book was chosen as the next Big Library Read title. From March 30th through April 13th you can borrow it on the reading app Libby without any wait lists or holds. Be sure to join the global discussion at biglibraryread.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 21, 2020•22 min
Today's episode is an interview Jill did with Sharon Cameron about her new book The Light in Hidden Places. This historical fiction novel tells the remarkable story of Stefania Podgórska, who hid several Jews in her Nazi-occupied home. For the interview, Sharon and Jill were joined by Stefania's son, Ed. To learn more about the Stefi Foundation visit https://thestefifoundation.org/ Interview was recorded in person at 2020 PLA in Nashville, TN, in February 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. ...
Mar 19, 2020•34 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews Stephanie Wrobel, debut author of Darling Rose Gold, a thrilling family mystery about Munchausen By Proxy that is equal parts dark and haunting. Adam and Stephanie talk about why this subject interested her, the psychology of the illness, and playing with timelines in writing. Today's episode is sponsored by Literati. Visit https://literati.com/probooknerds/ to get 20% off your first two orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 16, 2020•29 min
Hey nerds. It's a scary time right now We're all feeling it. If you're looking for some books to read in the next week, try one of today's recommendations from our co-workers Emma and Kristin. Books mentioned in today's episode Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia Love Walked in by Marisa de los Santos The Institute by Stephen King Go To sleep (I miss You) by Lucy Knisley The Oracle Code by Marieke Nijkamp Shadow of the Batgirl by Sarah Kuhn Children of Virtue and Vengeance by Tomi Adeyemi Beh...
Mar 12, 2020•40 min
On today's episode, we have National Book Award-winning author Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds, the National Ambassador for Young People's Literature. Dr. Kendi and Jason have collaborated on Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, & You a remixed version of Dr. Kendio's NBA-winning Stamped from the Beginning. This book is perfect for young adults, students and readers of all ages to better understand the history of racism in America. Adam interviews Dr. Kendi first about his original work and th...
Mar 09, 2020•44 min
Surprise! We have a Saturday episode for you because we just had to share this conversation with Colum McCann. Adam sat down with Colum for a live event at Cuyahoga County Public Library where they discussed his new book Apeirogon, cultural appropriation vs. cultural celebration, his nonprofit Narrative 4, and why sharing stories is so important. His book is a masterpiece and you'll love this conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 07, 2020•57 min
On today's episode, Robin Whitten from AudioFIle joins Adam to dive into all the major Audie Award winners for the best audiobooks of 2019! They talk about the Audie Award gala and how the awards are selected before breaking down some of the biggest categories. Audie Award winners mentioned in this episode Audiobook of the year - The Only Plane in the Sky by Garrett M. Graff Audio Drama - Angels in America by Tony Kushner Female Narrator -Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson Male Narrator - Kingd...
Mar 05, 2020•41 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews YA Queen Cassandra Clare! They discuss her new Shadowhunter novel Chain of Gold, her research into Edwardian England, and they have a long conversation about tattoos. Her friend (and previous PBN guest) Holly Black naturally comes up as well. Today’s episode is sponsored by Grove Collaborative. Visit grove.co/pbn to get a free five piece cleaning set from Mrs. Meyer and Grove as part of your first order Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch...
Mar 02, 2020•51 min
Spring has... just kidding, it's dark and dreary here in Nerd land but thankfully March is jampacked with a ton of amazing new books to keep us company while we wait for the sun to come out. Listen in to hear the new books coming out this month that we're most excited about. Books mentioned in this episode The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel Wow, No Thank You. by Samantha Irby Stamped--Racism, Antiracism, and You by Jason Reynolds & Ibram X. Kendi My Dark Vanessa by Kate Elizabeth Russe...
Feb 27, 2020•36 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews mystery author Elizabeth Little in Philadelphia about her new novel Pretty as a Picture. They breakdown the storytelling aspects of writing a murder mystery, surprising herself as a writer, and they have a lengthy discussion about their favorite films. Donate to help us support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: https://pages.lls.org/mwoy/noh/cle20/pbooknerds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 24, 2020•38 min
On today's episode, Jill and Adam dish out some recommendations for the first of the Professional Book Nerds 2020 Reading Challenge... Microhistories! Books mentioned in this episode: Timekeepers by Simon Garfield The Oregon Trail by Rinker Buck Tree by David Suzuki & Wayne Grady Bourbon Empire by Reid Mitenbuler Uncommon Grounds by Mark Pendergrast The Mother Tongue by Bill Bryson Drink by Iain Gately Cork Dork by Bianca Bosker The Way We Never Were by Stephanie Coontz Semicolon by Cecelia ...
Feb 20, 2020•30 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews Layla Saad, bestselling author, podcaster, and influencer in the world of social change, race, identity, and leadership. Layla's Instagram challenge #MeAndWhiteSupremacy became a global phenomenon and then a workbook before becoming an instant New York Times bestseller. They dive into how this novel came to be, communicating about race and so much more. Books mentioned in this episode White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo Highfire by Eoin Colfer Followers by Megan...
Feb 17, 2020•42 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews Pat Simmons, the Together We Read digital book club selected author about her latest novel, Lean on Me. Pat has written 30+ novels and her latest is available to U.S. library cardholders with no waitlists or holds on Libby. Adam and Pat talk about the life of a caregiver, trying to care for parents who are sick, and take a deep dive into genealogy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 13, 2020•40 min
On today's episode, Adam chats with debut YA author Phil Stamper! They discuss his brand new novel, The Gravity of Us, writing aspects of himself into his characters, his Twitter friendship with other YA authors, working in publishing, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 10, 2020•41 min
"Without Clementine Churchill the history of Winston Churchill and the history of the world would have been a very different story." We've lost count of how many times we've nerded out with Marie Benedict but it doesn't matter because each time is something new and amazing. Today, we're discussing her latest work, Lady Clementine! Books mentioned in this episode Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng The Nickel Boys by Colson Whitehe...
Feb 06, 2020•46 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews debut author Adalyn Grace! They discuss her amazing young adult fantasy, All the Stars and Teeth, how she wrote this story so quickly, her internship at Nickelodeon, and so much more. Before the interview, Adam is joined by Andrea to offer up some additional reading recommendations. Books mentioned in this episode All the Stars and Teeth by Adalyn Grace Save the Date by Morgen Matson Long Bright River by Liz Moore The God Game by Danny Tobey A Letter to Jo by ...
Feb 03, 2020•46 min
February is almost here, which means it's time for Jill and Adam to share the books they are most looking forward to this month. (BONUS it's a Leap Year which means you have an entire extra day to read!) Books mentioned in this episode: Perfect Little Children by Sophie Hannah The Resisters by Gish Jen Something That May Shock and Discredit You by Daniel Mallory Ortberg Saint X by Alexis Schaitkin Real Life by Brandon Taylor Weather by Jenny Offill The Splendid and the Vile by Erik Larson The Gr...
Jan 30, 2020•38 min
On today's episode, Adam sits down with Ryan La Sala in Philadelphia to discuss his sprawling fantasy novel Reverie, the vividness of his dreams, and how Ryan became the best person on Twitter. This was a BLAST. Today's episode is sponsored by INDEED.COM. Post your job today at Indeed.com slash BOOKNERDS and get a free sponsored job upgrade on your first posting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 27, 2020•34 min
Have you ever had a moment in time that felt like a dream even while it was happening? That's how we felt getting to interview Lois Lowry for a full hour. We chat AT LENGTH about the stories behind The Giver, Number the Stars, and her stunning upcoming book On the Horizon as well as several of her favorite stories from a lifetime of literature. I don't know what else to say... she's a living legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 23, 2020•56 min
On today's episode, Adam interviews legendary journalist and author Scott Simon about his new books Sunnyside Plaza. The book is all about his time working with people who had developmental disabilities and how seeing the world through a different lens. They also discuss baseball, writing for children, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 20, 2020•28 min
On today's episode, we're joined by author Joseph Sieracki (and his wife Andrea whose voice you may recognize!) Joseph has written a stunning graphic novel titled A Letter to Jo based on his grandfather's experience in World War II. The story itself is heartwrenching and this conversation is loaded with not only the research Joseph did but also incredible detail about how much goes into creating a graphic novel. This book is an absolute must-read! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
Jan 16, 2020•44 min
On today's episode, Jill and Adam interview Andrea Barber, who is best known for her iconic character Kimmy Gibbler on Full House and Fuller House. Andrea has written a memoir titled Full Circle all about her life in between her time in Hollywood. She discusses her struggle to keep her mental health balanced, how running helped, and shares some wonderful insight into the shows we've literally grown up with. This was surreal and amazing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoi...
Jan 13, 2020•43 min
We've entered the 2020s so we thought it'd be fun to take a look at some wonderful books set a hundred years ago in the famed Roaring 20s. We're talking flapper girls, prohibition New York, Old Hollywood, lost libraries, and so much more! Books mentioned in this episode The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow Darling Rose Gold by Stephanie Wrobel Valley of the Dolls by Jacqueline Susann Books set in the 1920's Fall of Giants by Ken Follett The Paris Wife by Paula McLain The Mysteriou...
Jan 09, 2020•30 min
Hey Nerds! On today's wide-ranging episode, Penny Reid returns to tell us what she's been up to and it turns out... it's a lot! We discuss the multiple books she released in 2019, the exciting new projects she has coming in 2020, and her experiences making cheese, hanging out with wolves, and doing yoga with goats. We also chat about prison libraries, Adam running a half marathon with his Pops, and a whole bunch more. It's a lot. If you'd like information about donating books to prisons you can ...
Jan 06, 2020•52 min
It's a new month, a new year, and a new decade! The passage of time doesn't stop and so neither will our book recommendations. Check out the books we're most excited about that are coming out in January. Books mentioned in this episode American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins One of Us Is Next by Karen M. McManus Big Lies in a Small Town by Diane Chamberlain Lady Clementine by Marie Benedict The Truants by Kate Weinberg Little Gods by Meng Jin Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano Uncanny Valley by Anna Wiener ...
Jan 02, 2020•26 min
