This episode is our ode to the library—the beating heart of every book lover’s story. In segment one, Joe is joined by authors (and librarians, both current and former!) Terah Shelton Harris, Eva Jurczyk, PJ Nelson, and Jenn McKinlay to talk about how their time in libraries shaped their writing and storytelling. 

Then, in segment two, Joe and our guest hosts share book recommendations by librarians, about librarians, and featuring that unmistakable library charm. 

Whether you’re a lifelong cardholder or just love the scent of a good book, 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: 

https://www.libbylife.com/blog/library-love-letters-book-lounge-by-libby-season-2-episode-6  

Guest host recommendations: 

Amy 

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  The Lions of Fifth Avenue - Fiona Davis 

  
  

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  The Reading List - Sarah Nisha Adams 

  
  

Carmen 

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  The Next Best Fling - Gabriella Gamez 

  
  

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  That Librarian - Amanda Jones 

  
  

Cece 

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  Gay the Pray Away - Natalie Naudus 

  
  

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  84 Charing Cross Road - Helene Hanff 

  
  

Meara  

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  If the Shoe Fits - Julie Murphy 

  
  

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  The Archived - Victoria Schwab 

  
  

Follow the guests & guest hosts:  

Segment 1: 

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  Eva Jurczyk - website 

  
  

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  Jenn McKinlay - website 

  
  

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  Phillip DePoy (PJ Nelson) - website 

  
  

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  Terah Shelton Harris - website 

  
  

Segment 2:  

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  Amy Allen Clark – links 

  
  

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  Carmen – links 

  
  

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  Cece – links 

  
  

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  Meara - links 

  
  

Articles mentioned in this episode: 

https://www.libbylife.com/blog/2025-03-06-search-like-a-pro-expert-tips-for-finding-your-next-read-in-the-libby-app  

Time stamps: 

00:00:00 Title 

00:00:22 Intro 

00:02:10 Segment 1 with Eva Jurczyk, Jenn McKinlay, PJ Nelson & Terah Shelton Harris! 

01:02:27 Libby Tip: Search like a Pro! 

01:07:52 Segment 2 with Amy, Carmen, Cece & Meara! 

01:58:05 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!  

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