Today, Joe interviews Justin Arnold about his new book Wicked Little Things (out November 15 from Tiny Ghost Press) . They talk about writing magical mean girls, what it's like to be the GBF, and some of their favorite urban legends. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach...
Nov 14, 2022•48 min
Today, Emma and Joe are talking about crime reads. Whether you're looking for a fiction title inspired by a case or full of those true crime themes, or you're looking for some non-fiction accounts, this episode has the recommendations for you. Books Mentioned: Joe’s Titles: Devil House by John Darnielle Mr. Peanut by Adam Ross We Keep the Dead Close by Becky Cooper Last Call by Elon Green People Who Eat Darkness by Richard Lloyd Parry OR Without Mercy by Gary Provost Emma’s Titles: Hell’s Half A...
Nov 10, 2022•45 min
Emma, Joe, and Jill are joined by the one and only Rainbow Rowell in today's incredibly special episode. We chat about her new short story collection, Scattered Showers, writing across genres and formats, She-Hulk, fanfiction, historical figures in love, hair dye disasters, and more. Books mentioned in this episode: Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell Attachments by Rainbow Rowell Carry On by Rainbow Rowell Wayward Son by Rainbow Rowell Any Way the Wind Blows by Rainbow Rowell Eleanor & Park by Rainbo...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr 14 min
On today's episode of the podcast, boy howdy, we truly dove deep into the discussion of celebrity memoirs. From the books that started us in the genre to the ones that broke our hearts, made us think, and brought us joy, this episode has it all. Join Joe, Emma, and Marissa as they walk you through their picks. Books Mentioned in this Episode: Joe’s Picks: I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy I’ve Got This Round by Mamrie Hart (Shout out to You Deserve a Drink) STORI Telling by Tori Spelling ...
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr 22 min
In today's episode, Jill is joined by author Dr. Darice Little Badger to discuss her book A Snake Falls to Earth which is our latest Big Library Read (BLR) pick. From Nov. 2 – Nov. 16, the ebook and audiobook of A Snake Falls to Earth will be available to readers all over the world without waitlist or holds. A Snake Falls to Earth draws on traditional Lipan Apache storytelling structure to weave an unforgettable tale of monsters, magic, and family. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professio...
Oct 31, 2022•34 min
November is almost here and with it comes SO. MANY. GOOD. BOOKS. Joe, Emma, and Jill are back for another roundup of all the books they can't wait to read in November (RIP to our TBRs). Books mentioned in this episode: Emma’s Picks: The Prisoner by B.A. Paris Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn Two Wrongs Make a Right by Chloe Liese Cursed by Marissa Meyer Have I Told You This Already? By Lauren Graham Smitten Kitchen Keepers by Deb Perelman The Stories We Tell by Joanna Gaines Saint by Adrienne Young Th...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 10 min
Emma chats with Olivie Blake about the much-anticipated return to the world of the Alexandrian Society in The Atlas Paradox, what characters are the most fun to write, how it feels to watch your books go viral, and what she gets up to when she's not writing. Keep an ear out for a special guest, her son, in this enjoyable conversation! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 24, 2022•51 min
It’s episode 700, and we’re celebrating!! We’ll be answering your questions from social media and sharing more about us. Come get to know your cohosts, get some sneaky book recommendations, and celebrate 700 episodes with PBN. Books mentioned in this episode: Reading Behind Bars by Jill Grunenwald Running with a Police Escort by Jill Grunenwald The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell The Virgin Suici...
Oct 20, 2022•1 hr 19 min
On today's episode, Jill is joined by B from @bandherbooks to talk upcoming romance! B talks about how she got started working in libraries and where her love of romance novels started. A book reviewer for Library Journal, B also shares recommendations for forthcoming romance novels she's most excited about. Books mentioned in this episode Bend Toward the Sun by Jen Devon Chick Magnet By Emma Berry Love and Other Flight Delays by Denise Williams Ana Maria and the Fox by Liana De la Rosa The Secr...
Oct 17, 2022•52 min
On today's episode, Joe and Jill discuss why they love books that have magic schools and offer book recommendations for folks who want books featuring magic schools that aren't that magic school. Books mentioned in this episode: Witchlings by Claribel Ortega A Deadly Education by Naomi Novik Carry On by Rainbow Rowell SuperMutant Magic Academy by Jillian Tamaki The Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston Magic for Liars by Sarah Gailey Akarnae by Lynette ...
Oct 13, 2022•57 min
Emma and Joe welcome Rachel Harrison back to PBN to discuss her new book, Such Sharp Teeth. They also chat about body horror, being vulnerable, mozzarella sticks and maple lattes, spooky book recommendations, the joys of being a book lover, and so much more. Spooky books mentioned in this episode: Cackle by Rachel Harrison House of Hunger by Alexis Henderson The Year of the Witching by Alexis Henderson Plain Bad Heroines by Emily M. Danforth Ghost Eaters by Clay McLeod Chapman The Pallbearers Cl...
Oct 10, 2022•57 min
Today, Joe and Jill are joined by their coworkers Katie and Anya to talk all about Libby and making the switch from the OverDrive app. They dive into the differences between the OverDrive app and Libby, the questions they've seen most frequently asked, upcoming features in the Libby app, and some tips for new Libby users. Want to join one of Joe's Getting Started sessions? You can find a date that works for you and register here: https://bit.ly/libbyforpatrons. You can visit our Libby help site ...
Oct 06, 2022•34 min
On today's episode, Joe talks with Erin E. Adams about her debut novel JACKAL (out October 4, 2022) and about the true horrors of returning home for a wedding. Erin shares about her process, her research and how her work in theater and screenwriting helped to build such strong pacing. An amazing read anytime, but it's especially perfect as we head into spooky season. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Sp...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 6 min
October is nearly here! Arguably the best month of the year, there is NO shortage of great books coming out in October. Emma, Joe, and Jill are back to share what they're most looking forward to reading. Books mentioned in this episode: Emma’s Picks: It Starts with Us by Colleen Hoover Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton The Atlas Paradox by Olivie Blake The Family Game by Catherine Steadman The Extraordinary Life of an Ordinary Man by Paul Newman Hester by Laurie Lico Albanese Pretty Dead Queens by A...
Sep 29, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Bestselling Young Adult author Courtney Summers returns to discuss her new book I'm the Girl. She shares with Jill the inspiration behind her book, writing books about teen girls for teen girls, the cultural systems in place that perpetuate violence against girls and women, and what it was like slipping a Sadie easter egg into the story. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen!...
Sep 26, 2022•53 min
The Professional Book Nerds welcome back their colleague, Kristin, to discuss all things TBR! They chat about how they "shop their own shelves," what systems they use for a TBR (to be read) list, and how they figure out what to read and when. Joe shares some insider info on how to best use Libby tags! Emma and Kristin talk about tips they saw on TikTok. Jill is a forever stan of Borders bookstore. This episode has something for everyone. Let us know if you're going to implement any of these tips...
Sep 22, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Emma chats with Brigid Kemmerer about the second book in her Defy the Night series, Defend the Dawn. They also talk about parenting, writing messy characters because people are messy, and what it's like to engage with readers IRL after a few years of virtual only events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 19, 2022•41 min
Read an Ebook Day is Sept. 18 and we're celebrating! For today's episode, Joe, Emma, and Jill talk with coworkers to find out what everyone is planning on reading for Read an Ebook Day. From graphic novels to steamy romance and lots and lots of fantasy, there's a little bit of everything. Let us know what you'll be reading by finding us on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok @ProBookNerds or email us at professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com. You can also join the conversation online with the hashtag #b...
Sep 15, 2022•49 min
On today's episode of the pod, Joe is joined by Adam Sass to discuss his new book The 99 Boyfriends of Micah Summers. They talk about the importance of queer YA romance, how Adam crafts such compelling characters (and why it can be dangerous to write people you know into your characters), and of course, soy milk. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen! You can follow the Profe...
Sep 12, 2022•1 hr 17 min
Tiffany joins Emma, Jill, and Joe to discuss all things series and how to tackle them when it feels daunting. They also share their favorite series of all time, if they prefer stand-alone books, how they feel about re-reading, and more. It's like book therapy! Titles mentioned in this episode (we've linked the first book in each series): Dublin Murder Squad series by Tana French A Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J Maas Crescent City series by Sarah J Maas Winston Brothers series by Pen...
Sep 08, 2022•54 min
On today's episode Jill is joined by Kathleen West to discuss her new book Home or Away. Kathleen is a hockey mom herself and discusses how her own experiences raising two hockey players played a role in her book, along with writing complicated female friendships and one character with zero redeeming qualities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 05, 2022•31 min
We talk a lot about the published books, the final stage in the publication process. But what about how authors get there? In today's episode, Jill is joined by Sydney and the two writers discuss how they go about starting a story, the importance of beta readers, and Jill shares her journey to get a literary agent. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 01, 2022•55 min
On today's episode of the podcast, Emma got to chat with Jennifer Lynn Barnes about the epic conclusion to the Inheritance Games trilogy, The Final Gambit. They talk about Avery and her love triangle, The Vampire Diaries, how it's been writing this series the last few years, and how Barnes crafts her characters so thoroughly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 29, 2022•48 min
Emma, Joe, and Jill are back to discuss their must-read books coming out in September. Joe's Picks: The Book Haters’ Book Club by Gretchen Anthony On the Rooftop by Margaret Wilkerson Sexton Ghostlight by Kenneth Oppel Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn The Gathering Dark: An Anthology of Folk Horror by Various YA Authors Ghost Eaters by Clay McLeod Chapman Spells for Forgetting by Adrienne Young Honorable mention: Jessi’s Secret Language by Ann M. Martin, illustrated by Chan Chau Jill'...
Aug 25, 2022•57 min
Today's episode of the podcast is a fun one! Emma got to chat with Adalyn Grace about her new book, Belladonna. They discuss where the book title came from (and the sequel!), what the inspiration behind the story was, spicy scenes, Sweeney Todd, book collecting, Hadestown, and so much more. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 22, 2022•56 min
Y'all, strap in for a long episode as Joe and Emma close out their Twilight Saga retrospective with their thoughts on Midnight Sun and Life & Death. We may be sad to see this time with the Twilight Saga end, but we're so excited to hear what series you'd like us to dive headfirst into next! Let us know your suggestions via email: professionalbooknerds@overdrive.com! We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe on Apple Podcasts,...
Aug 18, 2022•1 hr 22 min
Emma is joined by Alicia Thompson, author of Love in the Time of Serial Killers, to discuss the book, the importance of acknowledgements, Paramore’s prime, and what it’s like to write spicy, relatable romance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 15, 2022•37 min
Today's episode is a special double feature! Joe, Emma and Rachel are joined by Christian from Kanopy to offer up some book and movie recommendations. Titles mentioned in this episode: Joe's Titles True Biz by Sara Novic Born This Way Presents: Deaf Out Loud Recitatif by Toni Morrison Toni Morrison The Pieces I Am Freak Show by James St. James Party Monster by James St. James Freak Show Party Monster Rachel's Titles Sound City: One of the Greatest Unsung Recording Studios The Storyteller by Dave...
Aug 11, 2022•58 min
Today Joe is joined by Margot Harrison to talk about her new book We Made It All Up. Margot shares her inspiration for the book, her fascination with fan fiction, and talks TikTok, where she gives retro YA reviews as well as shares stories about life with her hippy mom. We hope you enjoy this episode of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. Be sure to rate, review and subscribe! You can follow the Professional Book Nerds on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok @ProBookNerds. Want to reach out? Send an ...
Aug 08, 2022•45 min
Audrey Blake comes on the podcast to discuss The Girl in His Shadow, the latest Big Library Read title! This episode was recorded as part of a live virtual event on July 26, 2022. For more information visit biglibraryread.com. The Girl in His Shadow eBook The Girl in His Shadow audiobook The Surgeon's Daughter eBook The Surgeon's Daughter audiobook Learn more about the author at audreyblakebooks.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 04, 2022•1 hr
