How I Library podcast
howilibrary.bsky.social
How I Library podcast
@howilibrary.bsky.social
A podcast from the American Library Association that features conversations with authors, filmmakers, comedians, and more about their work and their love of libraries.

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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.
November 2, 2025 at 11:30 PM
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.
October 24, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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.
October 14, 2025 at 5:49 PM
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.
September 22, 2025 at 9:47 PM
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.
August 24, 2025 at 2:53 PM
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.
August 5, 2025 at 5:47 PM
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.
June 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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-...
April 27, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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.
April 10, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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.
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February 28, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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...
January 27, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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...
January 15, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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.
December 24, 2024 at 1:50 AM
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...
December 10, 2024 at 6:42 PM
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-...
December 3, 2024 at 11:57 PM
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/...
November 27, 2024 at 10:40 PM