Podcast: Professional Book Nerds

We’re not just book nerds. We’re professional book nerds! We are staff librarians who work at OverDrive, the leading app for eBooks and audiobooks from public libraries and schools. It’s our job to discuss books all day long so we thought, “Why not share the conversation!” Hear about the best books we’ve read, get recommendations, and learn about the hottest books coming out that we can’t wait to dive into. Titles discussed are available to borrow through public libraries. Get started reading at overdrive.com and subscribe to our podcast today!

Ep. #335: Recent Reads and how books helped me fight depression

On today’s episode, Adam chats about his recent book festival travels before discussing the books he’s enjoyed recently. Then, he gets into how he overcame depression last year by focusing on stories in the books he was reading.  

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Ep. #334 – Kim Michele Richardson

Today’s episode is an interview Jill did with Kim Michele Richardson about her new book . Inspired by the true story of the Blue People of Kentucky, The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek looks at the fierce pack horse librarians and the impact they had…

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Ep. #333 – Alafair Burke

On today’s episode, Adam chats with Alafair Burke who was in town for a library event! They discuss her latest thriller The Better Sister, how she uses tension from the criminal justice system to up the stakes for family dramas, and what…

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Ep. #332 – Fiona Barton

Today’s episode is an interview Jill did with bestselling author Fiona Barton about her latest book . They discuss Fiona’s writing process, along with her decision to make a journalist the investigator in her novels.  Music: Provided royalty…

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Ep. #331 – May’s Biggest new books!

~It’s gonna be MAYYYY~ Sorry, Justin. Today we’re talking about the books we’re most excited about that are coming out in May (oh my god, it’s May)… You know the drill.   Books Mentioned in this episode

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Ep. #330 – Helen Ellis, author of Southern Lady Code

Today’s episode is an interview Jill did with Helen Ellis about her new book . Helen shares what it was like writing essays based on her real life and why she loves the Libby app so much!  Interview was recorded live at ALA Midwinter. Music:…

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Ep. #329 – Chill with the return of our Summer Reading Program

On today’s episode, Adam returns from LA to chat with Christina about the upcoming OverDrive Summer Reading Program! She breaks down the awesome collection available to our school and library partners and then dives into the titles she’s most excited…

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Ep. #328 – Rachel Howzell Hall

Today’s episode is an interview Jill did with suspense writer Rachel Howzell Hall, author of the new book . Jill and Rachel discuss Agatha Christie, seven deadly sins, and locked room mysteries.  Interview was recorded live at ALA Midwinter 2019…

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Ep. #327 – There Were Never Such Devoted Sister Books

Christina and Rickie are back, this time joining Jill to discuss books featuring sisters! From going into hell to save your sister’s soul to helping your sister cover up multiple murders to fighting your sister over the King of England, there’s a…

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Ep. #326 – Emily Duncan, Author of Wicked Saints

Today’s episode is an interview Jill did with Emily Duncan, author of the new young adult book .  Interview was recorded live at ALA Midwinter 2019   Music: Provided royalty free from www.bensound.com Podcast Overview: We’re not just book…

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