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Libro.fm - A monthly series of interviews and conversations with authors, narrators, and book lovers from the Libro.fm team.

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  • Percival Everett on ‘James’, Writing, Art, and the Magic of Language
    In this episode, we chat with acclaimed author, poet, and painter Percival Everett to discuss his award-winning novel James— the 2024 National Book Award winner and Libro.fm’s Audiobook of the Year. Percival shares his thoughts on the magic of language, the role of place in storytelling, and the whirlwind experience of his recent book tour. He also reflects on balancing his many creative passions, his journey as a writer, and the profound power of literature. READ TRANSCRIPT Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you’ll have three from the start. About Percival: Percival Everett is a celebrated American writer and a Distinguished Professor of English at USC whose 2024 novel James won the National Book Award. His work has earned numerous honors, including the PEN/Jean Stein Book Award, the NBCC Ivan Sandrof Life Achievement Award, and the Windham-Campbell Prize. In 2023, his novel Erasure was adapted into the feature film American Fiction. Get Percival’s books: James The Trees Erasure Books discussed on today’s episode: The Way of All Flesh by Samuel Butler Dvorak's Prophecy by Joseph Horowitz Last Room On The Left by Leah Konen The Snow Killer by Ross Greenwood We Could Be Rats by Emily Austin
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  • Karla Cornejo Villavicencio on Identity, Belonging, and the Power of Stories
    In this episode, we sit down with Karla Cornejo Villavicencio, author of The Undocumented Americans and Catalina, which was longlisted for the 2024 National Book Awards. Cornejo Villavicencio opens up about her experience with meeting readers for the first time and how the unpredictability of the publishing world has shaped her perspective. She also discusses the process of recording Catalina’s audiobook and how it led to her connecting with the novel in a deeper, more personal way. READ TRANSCRIPT Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you’ll have three from the start. About Karla: Karla Cornejo Villavicencio is an Ecuadorian-American writer and the author of The Undocumented Americans and Catalina. Catalina was longlisted for the 2024 National Book Award for Fiction. Her work, which focuses on race, culture, and immigration, has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, Vogue, Elle, Interview, and on NPR. Get Karla's books: Catalina The Undocumented Americans Books discussed on today’s episode: Model Home by Rivers Solomon Fingersmith by Sarah Waters The Drowned and the Saved by Primo Levi
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  • Adrian Bliss on TikTok, Humor, and Writing His First Book
    In this episode, hosts Karen Farmer and Craig Silva chat with comedian, actor, and debut author Adrian Bliss. Adrian shares his journey from creating online comedy sketches to writing The Greatest Nobodies of History, which explores humorous and mostly factual stories of overlooked historical figures, such as Leonardo da Vinci’s ferret and Henry VIII’s Groom of the Stool. Adrian reflects on the shift from immediate online feedback to the publishing process and discusses creating an audiobook, collaborating with voice actors, and transitioning from short-form content to long-form storytelling. Plus, he shares his love for history, photography, and his favorite historical tidbits. READ TRANSCRIPT Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you’ll have three from the start. About Adrian: Adrian Bliss is a British comedian, writer, and filmmaker known for his quirky and imaginative humor, often shared through viral sketches on social media. He gained popularity with his humorous historical and literary videos, blending absurdity with a touch of educational satire. Get Adrian's new book: The Greatest Nobodies of History Books discussed on today’s episode: William by Mason Coile Immaculate Conception by Ling Ling Huang The River of Doubt by Candice Millard
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  • Banned Books Week: Philomena Polefrone and the ABA's fight to Protect Free Expression
    In this episode, Philomena Polefrone, PhD discusses her role in advocating for intellectual freedom through the ABA. The conversation touches on book bans, censorship, and the role of bookstores as spaces for activism. The discussion covers the history of book bans, grassroots organizing, and the legal challenges involved in defending diverse literature. READ TRANSCRIPT Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you’ll have three from the start. About Philomena: Philomena Polefrone is the Advocacy Associate Manager at the American Booksellers Association, where she champions intellectual freedom and free expression. With a background in bookselling and a decade in academia, Philomena brings a unique perspective to her work, blending literature and activism. She leads initiatives like the Set Books Free Project, aimed at combating book bans and promoting access to diverse, often censored literature. Her passion for defending the right to read makes her a key advocate in the fight against censorship. Books discussed on today’s episode: Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret by Judy Blume And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson & Peter Parnell The 1619 Project by Caitlin Roper, Ilena Silverman & Jake Silverstein Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo Temple Folk by Aaliyah Bilal Catalina by Karla Cornejo Villavicencio
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  • Huda Fahmy (Yes I’m Hot in This) & Anna Hersh (Wild Rumpus) on Community, Creativity, and Youth Lit.
    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 Anna Hersh. We dive into school reading lists, storytime at bookshops, building confidence, the process of turning graphic novels into audiobooks, and even a mischievous cat with a knack for escaping in baby strollers. READ TRANSCRIPT Use promo code: SWITCH when signing up for a new Libro.fm membership to get two additional credits to use on any audiobooks—meaning you’ll have three from the start. About Huda Fahmy: Huda Fahmy grew up in Dearborn, Michigan, and has loved comics since she was a child. She taught English to middle and high schoolers for eight years before she started writing about her experiences as a visibly Muslim woman in America and was encouraged by her older sister to turn these stories into comics. Huda was a finalist for the National Book Award for her YA graphic novel, Huda F Cares?. About Anna Hersh: Anna is the co-owner and animal care coordinator at Wild Rumpus Bookstore in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Before Wild Rumpus she worked with exotic animals in sanctuaries. Books discussed on today’s episode: Huda F Are You? by Huda Fahmy Huda F Cares by Huda Fahmy As Long as the Lemon Trees Grow by Zoulfa Katouh Not Quite a Ghost by Anne Ursu Run by Blake Crouch Endgame by Frank Brady
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