Libro.fm Podcast
Episodes
Author Silvia Moreno-Garcia on The Bewitching and History as Inspiration
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We chat with critically-acclaimed and award-winning author Silvia Moreno-Garcia about the inspiration behind her latest novel, The Bewitching, includi...
Maggie Tokuda-Hall on Free Expression and Fighting Book Bans
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Maggie Tokuda-Hall speaks about refusing to write to market expectations. She reflects on her experience with censorship and her pict...
Kennedy Ryan on the Skyland Series and the Power of Romance Books
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Craig and Olivia sit down with New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Kennedy Ryan to talk about the power of romance, the c...
Cory Doctorow on Divesting from Amazon’s Audible and the Fight for Digital Rights
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cory shares the motivation behind keeping his audiobooks off Audible—even if it means sacrificing a paycheck—and explains how DRM laws allow Amazo...
Interview With Rick Steves, Author of On the Hippie Trail and Travel as a Political Act
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Craig and Olivia sit down with legendary travel writer and TV host Rick Steves to celebrate the 50th episode of the Libro.fm Podcast....
Eve L. Ewing on Original Sins, Audiobooks, and Imagination as Resistance
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Craig and Olivia sit down with Eve L. Ewing—author, scholar, poet, comic book writer, and professor—to talk about her newest book...
An Interview With Annie B. Jones, Podcast Host, Bookstore Owner, and Author of Ordinary Time
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm podcast, Craig and Olivia sit down with Annie B. Jones—author of Ordinary Time: Lessons Learned While Staying Put, o...
Amanda Jones on Libraries, Censorship, and Community
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of the Libro.fm podcast features an interview with Amanda Jones, a school librarian and anti-censorship advocate whose book "That Librari...
Interview with Aaliyah Bilal, author of National Book Award Finalist "Temple Folk"
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm podcast, hosts Craig and Karen interview Aaliyah Bilal, author of the 2023 National Book Award finalist "Temple Folk."...
Amanda Montell (Cultish) and Karla Cornejo Villavicencio (Catalina) LIVE panel @ The Texas Book Festival
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live at the 2024 Texas Book Festival in Austin, this episode features authors Karla Cornejo Villavicencio (The Undocumented Americans, Catali...
Percival Everett on ‘James’, Writing, Art, and the Magic of Language
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we chat with acclaimed author, poet, and painter Percival Everett to discuss his award-winning novel James— the 2024 National Book ...
Karla Cornejo Villavicencio on Identity, Belonging, and the Power of Stories
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, author of The Undocumented Americans and Catalina, which was longlisted for the 2024 Na...
Adrian Bliss on TikTok, Humor, and Writing His First Book
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, hosts Karen Farmer and Craig Silva chat with comedian, actor, and debut author Adrian Bliss. Adrian shares his journey from creating ...
Banned Books Week: Philomena Polefrone and the ABA's fight to Protect Free Expression
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Philomena Polefrone, PhD discusses her role in advocating for intellectual freedom through the ABA. The conversation touches on book ...
Huda Fahmy (Yes I’m Hot in This) & Anna Hersh (Wild Rumpus) on Community, Creativity, and Youth Lit.
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we dive into literacy for young readers with graphic novelist Huda Fahmy and children’s bookshop owner...
Mel Saavedra (Steamy Lit) on Romance, Representation, and Resilience
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we chat with Mel Saavedra, the owner of Steamy Lit Bookstore and the driving force behind Steamy Lit Con. ...
Stephen Graham Jones (The Only Good Indians) on Writing Horror, Slashers, and Finding His Voice
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In today's episode, we interview renowned horror author Stephen Graham Jones. We delve into his latest book, "I Was a Teenage Slasher," and explore hi...
Interview with Natalie Naudus (Audiobook narrator / Author of 'Gay the Pray Away')
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we chat with prolific and beloved audiobook narrator Natalie Naudus who shares her journey into the world ...
Interview with Christine Bollow (Co-Owner of Loyalty Bookstore in D.C.)
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we sit down with Christine Bollow, co-owner and events manager for the DC based, community-oriented Loyalt...
Interview with Kalima DeSuze (Owner of Cafe con Libros Bookstore in Brooklyn, NY)
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we interview Kalima DeSuze, the owner of Cafe con Libros, an intersectional feminist bookstore and coffee sho...
Interview with Mairi Oliver (Owner of Lighthouse Bookshop in Edinburgh, Scotland)
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we speak with Mairi Oliver, a bookseller and owner at Lighthouse Bookshop, a radical bookshop in Edinburgh...
Interview with Claire Lombardo (Author of 'The Most Fun We Ever Had')
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we sit down with NYT Bestselling author Claire Lombardo. We discuss her new book, Same As It Ever Was, as ...
Interview with Steven Rowley (Author of 'The Guncle' and 'The Celebrants')
26 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of our first-ever Libro.fm Podcast Extravaganza, we interview author Steven Rowley. We discuss "The Guncle" and its sequel, theme...
Interview with Dr. Darcie Little Badger (Author of 'Elatsoe' and 'Sheine Lende')
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast Extravaganza, Craig and Karen interview Dr. Darcie Little Badger, author of "Elatsoe" and the prequel "Sheine ...
Interview with Andrew Sean Greer (Author of 'Less' and 'Less is Lost')
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we sat down with Pulitzer Prize-winning author of ‘Less,’ Andrew Sean Greer. We discuss how he approached writing the sequel...
Interview with Hanif Abdurraqib (Author of 'There's Always This Year')
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we interview author Hanif Abdurraqib about his new book, "There's Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension," his writing process...
Introducing the Libro.fm Podcast Extravaganza!
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Craig and Karen for the first ever Libro.fm Podcast Extravaganza, a week-long celebration of authors, narrators, booksellers, and more leading up...
Interview with S.A. Cosby (Author of All the Sinners Bleed & Razorblade Tears)
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we sat down with S.A. Cosby, bestselling author of All the Sinners Bleed and Razorblade Tears. We discussed h...
Interview with Casey McQuiston (Author of Red, White & Royal Blue, One Last Stop)
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we sat down in person with Casey McQuiston, bestselling author of Red, White, and Royal Blue, One Last Stop, ...
Interview with Abraham Verghese (Author of 'The Covenant of Water')
30 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we sat down in person with bestselling author and physician, Dr. Abraham Verghese. His most recent novel ‘T...
Interview with Stacey Abrams (Author, Politician, and Activist)
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we speak with writer, small business owner, politician, and voting rights activist Stacey Abrams. We cover he...
Interview with Kacen Callender (Author of Stars in Your Eyes, Felix Ever After)
28 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Libro.fm Podcast, we were lucky enough to interview award-winning author Kacen Callender about their new book, "Stars in Your E...
Interview with Kelsey Norris (Author of House Gone Quiet)
31 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We sat down with author Kelsey Norris, whose debut collection of short stories, 'House Gone Quiet,' released on October 17th, 2023. We discussed the t...
Banned Books Week 2023 w/ Kelly Jensen (Book Riot) & Leah Johnson (Author)
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of the podcast, we chat with Kelly Jensen of Book Riot and Leah Johnson, author and owner of independent bookstore Loudmouth Books, to...
Interview with Danny Caine (Author of How to Resist Amazon and Why)
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we sit down with Danny Caine, part owner of The Raven Book Store, poet, and author. We discuss his book How to Resist Amazon and W...
Interview with James McBride
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we sit down with James McBride, a novelist, musician, and educator. We discuss his newest novel 'The Heaven & Earth Grocery St...
Interview with Nadia Odunayo (Founder and CEO of The StoryGraph)
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we chat with Nadia Odunayo, Founder and CEO of The StoryGraph, an indie alternative to Amazon-owned Goodreads. We discuss how The...
Interview with V. E. Schwab (Author of 'The Invisible Life Of Addie La Rue')
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s episode, we speak with author V.E. Schwab about The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue coming to paperback, the forthcoming addition to the Sh...
Interview with Ling Ling Huang (Author of "Natural Beauty")
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we speak with Ling Ling Huang, author of Natural Beauty and Grammy Award winning artist, about her debut novel, her journey to becomi...
Interview with TJ Klune
02 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we sat down with author TJ Klune. We discuss his writing in depth, his new book "In the Lives of Puppets", robots, queer representa...
Interview with Sara Nović (Author of "True Biz")
28 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we sit down with author Sara Nović. We talk not only about her writing, but also the importance of ASL representation—including ...
Interview with Grady Hendrix
27 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we sat down with author Grady Hendrix. Grady is the author of "The Final Girl Support Group", "The Southern Book Club's Guide to Sl...
Interview with Jeannine Cook & Celia Cook of Harriett's Bookshop
07 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode, we sit down with the owner of Harriett's Bookshop in Philadelphia, PA, Jeannine Cook, and her mother and former librarian, Celia C...
Interview with Neel Patel
10 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we sat down with author and screenwriter Neel Patel. Neel is the author of the novel 'Tell Me How to Be' and a collection of short ...
Audiobooks as Holiday Gifts!
16 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we chatted with the Libro.fm staff and got their picks for audiobooks that make great gifts for the holiday season! Audiobooks make...
Interview with Ann Patchett
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we travelled to Nashville, TN and sat down in-person for a conversation with author and owner of Parnassus Books, Ann Patchett, to ...
Interview with Olivie Blake
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we have a conversation with novelist Olivie Blake. She is the author of The Atlas Six, The Atlas Paradox, and many more! We discuss...
Banned Books: A Conversation
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we have a conversation about banned books, censorship, and more with Traci Thomas (Host of The Stacks Podcast), Martha Hickson (A h...
Interview with Emma Straub
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we have a conversation with novelist Emma Straub. She is the author of This Time Tomorrow, Modern Lovers, All Adults Here, and many...
Interview with Clint Smith
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we chat with Clint Smith a staff writer at The Atlantic. He is the author of the narrative nonfiction book, How the Word Is Passed:...
Interview with Julia Whelan
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today's episode we chat with author and narrator Julia Whelan. She is an Audie award winning narrator who has narrated over 500 books and also auth...
Interview with Kendra Winchester
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this month's episode we chat with Kendra Winchester of Book Riot and Read Appalachia. We talk about audiobooks and why they DO count as reading, Di...
What we do when we listen
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, Karen and Craig chat with the Libro.fm staff about the things we do while we listen to our audiobooks. From long car drives to...
Meet the founders
27 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first ever episode of the Libro.fm podcast! On today's episode we interview the founders of Libro.fm, Mark, Nick, and Carl about how th...
Trailer for the Libro.fm podcast
02 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Trailer for the Libro.fm podcast, a monthly series of interviews and conversations about audiobooks with authors, narrators, booksellers, and the Libr...