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Drinks in the Library

Gigi Howard
Hilma Af Klint
The Friday Night Club
Always Only You
Virginia Museum Of Fine Art
Romance Novels
Art Education
Female Artists
Spiritualism
Hyperion
Self-Reflection
Creative Writing
Representation In Literature
Autism Representation
Edmund Pevensie
Swedish 75
Anne Lamott
Bird By Bird
Personal Growth
Own Voices Literature
Chloe Liese

Drinks in the library, the only library where drinks aren’t just allowed, they are required! Each episode librarian Gigi Howard interviews a guest about their favorite book and we pair it with a drink for you to make at home or share with your next book club meet-up!

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Recent Guests

Leslie Eva Tayloe
Author of The Attic Door and conservation advocate
Author, conservation advocate
Episode: Nature’s Best Hope by Douglas W. Tallamy with Leslie Eva Tayloe
Fran Dorsey
Digital content manager, writer, and meme creator
Individual guest on Drinks in the Library
Episode: In the Time of The Butterflies by Julia Alvarez with Fran Dorsey
Fiona Fenn
Author of fantasy novels; previously on the Animorphs episode
Independent author
Episode: Gone by Michael Grant with Fiona Fenn
Virginia Pye
Author of Marriage and Other Monuments; guest discussing On Beauty and her own work
Author, Marriage and Other Monuments
Episode: On Beauty by Zadie Smith with Virginia Pye
Ashley Peters
Author of Instasis; writer of Tender is the Flesh discussion
Author, Instasis; Tender is the Flesh interviewee
Episode: Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica with Ashley Peters
Alexandra Potter
Author and writer, known for her latest book, So I Met This Guy.
Episode: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen with Alexandra Potter
Carrie Pruett
Previous guest on the Wuthering Heights book episode
Episode: Wuthering Heights Film by Emerald Fennell with Carrie Pruett
Angie Hilliker, Ph.D.
Associate professor of biology at the University of Richmond with a passion for fantasy literature.
University of Richmond
Episode: The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow with Angie Hilliker Ph.D.
Christina Kann
Co-host of Burn Before Reading, exploring bad writing and literary cringe
Burn Before Reading
Episode: Twilight by Stephanie Meyer with Burn Before Reading Podcast

Host

Gigi Howard
Librarian with a broad interest in books and culture; host of the show, guiding conversations and book pairings.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • What’s better than books??

    Gigi hosts a great show that allows her guests to really highlight what they love about their favorite books! And she also has a fun drink to pair with each book that is picked specifically for each episode!

    I love listening to people rave about the books that are important to them and this podcast is one of the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    It’s a History Podcast
    United Statesa year ago
  • Focused and Fun!

    What more could you want? Gigi does an excellent job of discussing a book with a guest: listeners get insightful thoughts about a particular work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    blaineduncan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Books and booze

    What more can you ask for? This show is a delight! What a treat to listen in on Gigi’s book club chats and get great drink recommendations, too. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Three Kitchens Podcast
    Canadaa year ago
  • The best book podcast there is!

    I love learning about new books and all sorts of interesting facts about them. Gigi is a wonderful host and listening to her and her guests is a highlight of my week! The only problem is my TBR list is longer than ever!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SB934
    United States2 years ago
  • A very fun, enjoyable listen!

    Gigi is a wonderful podcast host. She is funny and intriguing. This pod is a favorite part of my week and I look forward to each new episode. It is a great place to get book recommendations and cocktail ideas. Her voice is very pleasing and she creates a welcoming atmosphere. Give it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    megg_12344
    United States2 years ago

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Praises host for allowing guests to shine and highlighting books they love.
Audience enjoys book recommendations and cocktail ideas that complement the reads.
Listeners appreciate the blend of thoughtful discussion and approachable drink pairings.
The show is described as engaging, with a welcoming, conversational vibe.

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#159
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Nature’s Best Hope by Douglas W. Tallamy with Leslie Eva Tayloe
Q: What are some of the tips and tricks that Tallamy encourages young people to start?
The main guidance is to plant natives—bushes and plants that support local wildlife, including milkweed for monarchs and a variety of flowering perennials that attract bees and butterflies—and to adapt planting strategies for urban spaces like balconies and rooftops to create microhabitats.
In the Time of The Butterflies by Julia Alvarez with Fran Dorsey
Q: Who are you when you read In the Time of Butterflies? (repeat context but used to guide conversation)
The host asks about the broader appeal and how personal history intersects with reading choices, leading to discussions about family, memory, and the impact of historical fiction on readers.
In the Time of The Butterflies by Julia Alvarez with Fran Dorsey
Q: What would you recommend this book to people who might enjoy it?
Fran suggests readers who enjoyed The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah or Hello Beautiful by Anne Napolitano would likely appreciate In the Time of the Butterflies for its sister-centered narratives and historical focus.
In the Time of The Butterflies by Julia Alvarez with Fran Dorsey
Q: Okay, so you originally read this for AP English. Do you read books like this now? Do you read this genre?
She confirms a love for historical fiction and a broader interest in nonfiction, noting that nonfiction can read like fiction and can be deeply engaging when well chosen.
In the Time of The Butterflies by Julia Alvarez with Fran Dorsey
Q: Have you been to the Dominican Republic?
Fran shares that she has not visited but has family ties to the Dominican Republic, which adds a personal heritage aspect to her reading experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Drinks in the Library

What is Drinks in the Library about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A literary conversation show where the host chats with a rotating slate of guests about their favorite book, pairing each episode with a signature drink you can make at home. Topics span classic fiction, contemporary novels, and genre-bending picks, with thoughtful analysis of themes, authorial craft, and cultural impact, all guided by the guest's perspective. A notable hook is the live drink pairing and approachable, convivial tone that makes deep literary discussion feel accessible for listeners and book clubs alike.

Unique strengths include a strong, consistent host presence rooted in librarianship, a wide range of guest profiles (authors, critics, educators, and enthusiasts), and a format that blends literary insight with social storyt... more

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1. Leslie Eva Tayloe
2. Fran Dorsey
3. Fiona Fenn
4. Virginia Pye
5. Ashley Peters
6. Alexandra Potter
7. Carrie Pruett
8. Angie Hilliker, Ph.D.

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