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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

In this episode of the “How I Library” podcast, show host Phil Morehart speaks with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Daniel Kraus (@danielkraus.com) about his latest book, “Partially Devoured: How Night of the Living Dead Saved My Life and Changed the World.” Listen here: bit.ly/3PyRfQk

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

In our new episode, we welcome Thien Ho, District Attorney of Sacramento (Calif.) County, whose book, The People vs. the Golden State Killer, documents the hunt for and prosecution of serial killer Joseph DeAngelo, aka the Golden State Killer. Find it in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

In our new episode, we welcome musician Brian Baker from legendary punk bands Minor Threat, Bad Religion, and more to discuss his new book of photography, “The Road,” the legacy of punk rock, book bans, and his love of libraries. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

Hi folks. In our new episode, we welcome two writers who capture unique aspects of the Indigenous American experience in their work: Kyle Edwards, author of “Small Ceremonies,” and Angeline Boulley, author of “Sisters in the Wind.” Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

In our new episode, we speak with award-winning author and illustrator Grace Lin about her new book for young readers, “The Gate, the Girl, and the Dragon," museum exhibitions of her artwork, book bans, and of course, libraries. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts!

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

In our new episode, we welcome Jerry Drake, author of “Hazel Was a Good Girl: Solving the Murder that Inspired Twin Peaks” to discuss the 1908 cold case that helped inspire "Twin Peaks," its related hauntings, libraries, and more. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

In our new episode, we speak with author Joe Hill about his new scary epic, “King Sorrow.” We also get into his favorite horror movies and novels, writing for comics, seeing his work adapted by others, book bans, libraries, and more. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, we welcome actor, activist, and icon George Takei to the show to discuss his new graphic novel, "It Rhymes with Takei," his life and career, and, of course, how he libraries. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 28/09/2025

In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, we welcome award-winning actor, author, and musician David Duchovny (“The X-Files,” “Californication”). Listen on Soundcloud, Spotify, Apple Podcast or at ilovelibraries.org (link in bio).

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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

We’re loving the voice memo submissions for #LibraryCardSignUpMonth. Thanks, Kimmy & Thomas! Submit yours by Sept 30 for a chance to win prizes, incl. a $150 Visa gift card. You could be featured on the #HowILibrary podcast. ilovelibraries.org/tell-us-how-you-…

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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

George Takei is this year's honorary chair of #BannedBooksWeek, Oct 5-11. “I’m proud to serve as honorary chair of Banned Books Week, because I remember all too well the lack of access to books and media that I needed growing up." Read more: bit.ly/4nNqtix @bannedbooksweek.bsky.social

Photo of George Takei, announced as the Honorary Chair of Banned Books Week 2025. The logos of the American Library Association and I Love Libraries are at the bottom.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, actor, author, and musician David Duchovny joins us to discuss his new book of poetry, “About Time: Poems,” his writing and music influences, book bans, and, of course, libraries. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, we welcome award-winning author and illustrator Brian Selznick (“The Invention of Hugo Cabret”). Selznick joins the show to discuss his beautiful new YA novel, “Run Away with Me.” Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 11/08/2025

New #HowILibrary episode: Phil Morehart chats with magician, actor & author Penn Jillette about his new novel "Felony Juggler," magic & skepticism, growing up with libraries, book bans, and more. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...

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'How I Library' Episode 20: Penn Jillette

In episode 20 of the “How I Library” podcast, show host and I Love Libraries editor Phil Morehart speaks with magician, actor, and author Penn Jillette from the Emmy Award-winning magic and comedy duo...

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

This month, we welcome Penn Jillette from magic and comedy duo Penn and Teller to the show to discuss his new novel, “Felony Juggler,” magic and skepticism, the importance of libraries in his life growing up, book bans, and more. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 23/06/2025

New #HowILibrary episode: Phil Morehart talks with Nick Brooks, author of "Promise Boys" and the new YA thriller "Up in Smoke," a murder mystery set during a BLM protest. It’s part whodunit, part revolution. Listen to the full conversation: ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 16/06/2025

In our new episode, we welcome Nick Brooks, the acclaimed author of the YA thriller, “Promise Boys.” His latest book, “Up In Smoke,” follows the events that spiral after a murder is committed during a Black Lives Matter protest. Find it at the link in our bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

🎧 New #HowILibrary episode! Meet Texas teens Marium Zahra & Aruja Misra, participants in the "On Our Minds" podcast from PBS News Student Reporting Labs. They talk banned books, podcasting, and the school librarian who inspired them. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

In our new episode, we welcome filmmakers Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor to discuss their must-see new documentary, “Free for All: The Public Library,” which premieres April 29 on PBS’s Independent Lens. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...

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ilovelibraries.bsky.social @ilovelibraries.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

#NationalLibraryWeek Honorary Chairs @goraina.bsky.social and @scottmccloud.bsky.social talk about their love for libraries and their new collaboration, The Cartoonists Club, on the current episode of How I Library. It's a fun and fascinating talk. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Hey, folks. In the new episode of the “How I Library” podcast, we welcome comic book artists—and National Library Week co-chairs—Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud. They join the show to discuss their new book, The Cartoonists Club, and more. Check it out at the link in our bio. Thanks.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 28/02/2025

In our new episode, we speak with Eric Rogers, the creator, executive producer, and showrunner of the animated series for kids, “Angry Birds: Mystery Island." He joins us to discuss “Angry Birds,” his writing career, what goes into making a TV show, book bans, and how he libraries. bit.ly/3D6PljL

How I Library episode 15 graphic, with guest, writer Eric Rogers.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

Congrats to author Jason Reynolds for winning the Coretta Scott King Book Award this morning for his book, “Twenty-four Seconds from Now.…” He joined us last year to discuss his writing, music, and more. Revisit the conversation in our May 2024 episode. on.soundcloud.com/2FUhwDhQWq9d...

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 15/01/2025

ICYMI: For the special Halloween episode of the "How I Library" podcast, we spoke with actor and writer David Dastmalchian! He joined the show to discuss his love of comic books and horror movies, his comic writing career, and of course, how he libraries. on.soundcloud.com/1cu7FkLNk1rH...

David Dastmalchian on the How I Library podcast.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 09/01/2025

Are you looking to start the new year with a new book? The editors at Booklist, the American Library Association’s book review journal, share a wealth of suggestions on the latest episode of their podcast, Shelf Care. ilovelibraries.org/article/new-...

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New Reads for a New Year

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 24/12/2024

The new episode of the How I Library podcast features Shrek director Vicky Jenson, Beauty and the Beast and Little Shop of Horrors composer Alan Menken, and School of Rock lyricist Glenn Slater! We discuss their new animated musical, Spellbound, their careers, and their library love. Link in bio.

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 10/12/2024

ICYMI: The May 2024 episode of the “How I Library” podcast features #1 New York Times-bestselling author Jason Reynolds! Listen now to hear Reynolds' thoughts on writing for young readers, working in the superhero genre, book bans, libraries, music, and more. on.soundcloud.com/oLDM3AXy2gGU...

How I Library podcast with Jason Reynolds

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 03/12/2024

ICYMI: Ethan and Maya Hawke joined host Phil Morehart on Episode 5 of the How I Library podcast to discuss their film "Wildcat," writer Flannery O’Connor, and their thoughts on libraries and the current surge of book bans. ilovelibraries.org/article/how-...

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Our new episode features writer and journalist Raj Tawney who joins us to discuss his latest book, "All Mixed Up," the semiautobiographical story of a multi-ethnic American boy who forges a complex friendship with a Pakistani immigrant in the wake of 9/11. Tune in! soundcloud.com/howilibrary/...

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How I Library podcast @howilibrary.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

Hi folks. We’re a podcast produced by ALA that features all kinda of artists and thinkers discussing libraries and their work. Ethan and Maya Hawke, Jason Reynolds, Paula Poundstone, Daniel Kraus, David Dastmalchian, Lil Rel Howery, and others have all been past guests. Tune in monthly for more!

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