Libby’s Best Horror Books of 2024 and Exciting App Updates

Paging library lovers- Joe from the Libby team is back to share the exciting app updates and his top five horror book recommendations from 2024 to read now.In this All-Star Book Influencer series installment, we’re thrilled to spotlight Joe Skelley, cohost of The Professional Book Nerds podcast and a member of the Libby team. Joe shares his favorite features of the Libby app, lesser-known tips for maximizing your library experience, and exciting updates on the horizon for readers.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Sneak peeks at upcoming Libby features and enhancements.How to manage packed holds lists and uncover hidden library gems.Tips for new Libby users to get started and make the most of the app.In the second half of the episode, Amy and Joe dive into the world of horror literature. Joe shares:What first drew him to horror and why he loves the genre.How horror reflects societal fears and captures anxieties relevant to today.Advice for readers hesitant to try horror, including recommendations that focus on atmosphere and psychological tension over gore.Discover five of Joe’s must-read horror recommendations that range from chilling novellas to groundbreaking works by authors redefining the genre.Whether you’re here for the horror or want to optimize your library experience, this episode has something for every reader.Meet JoeJoe Skelley is one of the co-hosts of the Professional Book Nerds podcast. He is also a Marketing and Events Specialist at OverDrive, where he leads the coordination of the Library Vehicle as it tours around the US and Canada, contributes to the Check Out Your Library movement, and works on special events for OverDrive’s Digipalooza conference.When he isn’t working, Joe loves to listen to audiobooks and podcasts, get too involved in a craft or DIY project, and (most importantly) spend time with his Boston Terrier, Roscoe!Mentioned in this episode:NEW BONUS BOOK LIST: 5 New Horror Books to Read NowJoin the January Book Club Chat (How to Read a Book by Monica Wood)Professional Book Nerds PodcastGet the Most Out of the Libby App (Podcast Episode)Libby AppHow The StoryGraph Can Enhance Your Reading Life (Podcast Episode)Jackal by Erin E AdamsThe House in the Pines by Ana ReyesHorror Movie by Paul TremblayBury Your Gays by Chuck TinglePounded In The Butt By My Own Butt by Chuck TingleCamp Damascus by Chuck TingleThe Honeys by Ryan La SalaBeholder by Ryan La SalaClay McLeod ChapmanCackle by Rachel HarrisonThe Return by Rachel HarrisonA Cosmology of Monsters by Shaun HamillOne’s Company by Ashley HutsonDiavola by Jennifer ThorneSo Thirsty by Rachel HarrisonBlack Sheep by Rachel HarrisonWe Used to Live Here by Marcus KliewerThe StrangersCoup de Grace by Sofia AjramKanopyA24A Mask of Flies by Matthew LyonsMonstrillo by Gerardo Samano CordovaTomie by Junji ItoLonglegsLisa FrankensteinLetterboxd AppBookshop.org pays a 10% commission on every sale and matches 10% to independent bookstores!Connect With Us:Join the Book Gang PatreonConnect with Joe on the Professional Book Nerds Podcast and InstagramConnect with Amy on Instagram, TikTok, or MomAdviceGet My Happy List NewsletterGet the Daily Kindle Deals NewsletterBuy Me a Coffee (for a one-time donation)