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PLUS, every episode features book recommendations from some of your favorite online content creators.
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The Professional Book Nerds podcast is now, Book Lounge by Libby
Book Lounge by Libby is the podcast where authors, book lovers, and industry insiders come together to talk about the stories we love and the impact they have. Hosted by Joe Skelley, each episode invites you into a cozy, candid conversation about books, writing, publishing, and the trends shaping the literary world.
PLUS, every episode features book recommendations from some of your favorite online content creators.
Book Lounge airs two seasons per year, along with special monthly episodes. Whether you're into sweeping romances, chilling thrillers, epic fantasies, or powerful memoirs, there's something in the Lounge for every reader. So, grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and meet us in the Book Lounge.
Find more at: https://pages.libbylife.com/BL-Links
Brought to you by Libby, the library app.
Romantasy Rising: The Explosion of a Genre and What’s Next
Book Lounge by Libby
1 hour 53 minutes
3 months ago
Romantasy Rising: The Explosion of a Genre and What’s Next
Romantasy is everywhere right now — and we’re diving deep into the magic, monsters, and swoon-worthy romance fueling its meteoric rise.
In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, Joe sits down with three of the biggest names in the genre — Jennifer L. Armentrout, Olivia Rose Darling, and Katee Robert — to talk about how romantasy took over bookshelves, why it resonates with readers, and where it’s headed next.
Then Meara shares romantasy recommendations to load up your TBR.
Plus, in a Libby Life exclusive, our guests play a rapid-fire round of Romantasy Trope: Love It or Hate It — with some delightfully unexpected answers.
Want to watch the show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel.
Articles Mentioned in the Intro & Episode:
https://www.writersdigest.com/write-better-fiction/what-is-romantasy-anyway
Guest Host Recommendations:
Meara
Metal Slinger - Rachel Schneider
Lore of the Wilds - Analeigh Sbrana
Sorcery of Thorns - Margaret Rogerson
Bring Me Your Midnight - Rachel Griffin
Devils Like Us - L.T. Thompson
Joe
Cosmic Love at the Multiverse Hair Salon – Ann Mare
Captive Prince – CS Pascat
Follow the Guests & Guest Hosts:
Segment 1:
Jennifer L. Armentrout - Website
Olivia Rose Darling - Website
Katee Robert - Website
Segment 2:
Meara - Links
Time Stamps:
00:00:00 Title
00:00:16 Intro
00:06:12 Segment 1 – Jennifer L. Armentrout, Olivia Rose Darling & Katee Robert
01:14:47 BREAK – Libby Tip: Early Return Reward!
01:18:04 Segment 2 – Romantasy Recs with Meara
01:49:01 Outro
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Book Lounge by Libby
The Professional Book Nerds podcast is now, Book Lounge by Libby
Book Lounge by Libby is the podcast where authors, book lovers, and industry insiders come together to talk about the stories we love and the impact they have. Hosted by Joe Skelley, each episode invites you into a cozy, candid conversation about books, writing, publishing, and the trends shaping the literary world.
PLUS, every episode features book recommendations from some of your favorite online content creators.
Book Lounge airs two seasons per year, along with special monthly episodes. Whether you're into sweeping romances, chilling thrillers, epic fantasies, or powerful memoirs, there's something in the Lounge for every reader. So, grab your favorite drink, get cozy, and meet us in the Book Lounge.
Find more at: https://pages.libbylife.com/BL-Links
Brought to you by Libby, the library app.
