The Book Drop
The Book Drop is a weekly podcast from Omaha Public Library about books, our community and the joy of reading.
Episodes
This week on The Book Drop, we’re turning the show over to 1st Sky Omaha in the Morning for a full-on takeover with Paul B. Allen and Buddi3 Da Gawd. They dive into Black literacy during Black History Month, the excitement around Omaha Public Library’s future, and the books, films, and archives that help preserve untold community stories. Think civic conversation, North Omaha history, and lots of love for libraries as places of tru...
On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss what they love about the Winter Olympics before getting into their book recs for February 2026.
Check out this month's titles and place holds here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
- Skate It Till You Make It: A Novel by Rufaro Faith Mazarura
- Bloodfire, Baby by Eirinie Carson
- Crown City by Naomi Hirahara
- Autobiography of Cotton: A Novel by C...
This week on The Book Drop, we dive into News Literacy Week with special guest Daniel Vanourney, Lance staff member and circulation manager for The Lance, Westside High School’s student-run print publication. Together, we explore the importance of news literacy—the ability to evaluate whether information is trustworthy—and the vital role student journalism plays in an informed community.
This week on The Book Drop, your hosts Amy and Maggie are joined by Learning Librarian Emily Beasley to kick off the Reading Challenge with a discussion on the theme to read a book to boost your happiness! Emily submitted the theme idea, which was picked by OPL’s collection development team.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
About the Reading...
This week on The Book Drop, we’re looking back at some of our favorite moments here on The Book Drop. We had some great guests, delightful book recommendations and meaningful conversations!
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
Happy New Year! On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie discuss new year reading goals and what’s actually working, or not working, when it comes to building better reading habits.
Check out this month's titles and place holds here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.
The ...
This week on The Book Drop, we’re taking a year-in-review look at book trends, favorite reads, and what we think is coming next. We’re joined by Carl Erickson from The Bookworm and Shelby Janke from the Papillion Public Library as we break down the standout literary trends of the past year, share our favorite reads.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org...
This week on The Book Drop, we’re talking about books that fit AND EVEN stretch the final reading challenge theme of the year to read a book in the cozy subgenre, while exploring why “cozy” means something different to every reader.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
- Paint & Sip | Saturday, Dec. 20,...
This week on The Book Drop, we take a behind-the-scenes look at the technology powering the new Central Library’s creator space and highlight how everyone from young learners to seasoned makers can bring their ideas to life!
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
- Interactive Movie: Die Hard | Saturday, Dec....
This week on The Book Drop, we take you into the world of Dungeons and Dragons with special guests who guide us, like true DMs, through the storytelling and player-driven adventure that is at the heart of the game! THIS IS THE BOOK DROP.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
This week on The Book Drop’s monthly mini episode called New Title Drop, Angela and Melanie discuss their favorite picks from the past year and how we decide which books make the cut.
Check out this month's titles and place holds here or visit omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.
This week on The Book Drop, we tackle the latest reading challenge to read a book about celebrations and explore how books help us reflect on the joy of coming together with friends, family and community for holidays, milestones and everything in between. This is The Book Drop.
Happening at the Library: Book Clubs!
- Family Reading Club | Monday, Dec. 1, 5 to 6 p.m. at Saddlebrook Branch
- Under the Dundee Sun Book Club | Tuesday, De...
This week on The Book Drop, we’re on location at Spielbound Board Game Cafe to talk about the power of table top and board games to build community and spark storytelling! This is The Book Drop, featuring specials guests Kaleb Michaud and Ali Thariani.
Happening at the Library
- Stories After Dark: Found Family | Friday, Nov. 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Milton R. Abrahams Branch
- Bookbinding Workshop: Pamphlet Stit...
This week, we talk with Nebraska Library Commission's Tessa Timperley, and local author, Tosca Lee.
Happening at the Library
- Imagine, Write, Explore! with Danielle Herzog | Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1 to 2 p.m. at Benson Branch
- Repujado Art Workshop | Saturday, Nov. 8, from 1 to 2 p.m. at South Omaha Library
- It’s All Relative Book Club Monday | Nov. 10, 6 to 7 p.m. at Genealogy & Local History Room
Explore all ...
On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie preview what's coming out in November and December.
Check out this month's titles here or visit omahalibrary.org/podcasts.
Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.
This week on The Book Drop, our conversation takes us to the past and connects us to the present as we highlight Family History Month with one of our genealogy and local history librarians! This one’s for the history buffs and family researchers.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
Writers Workshop: Fo...
This week on The Book Drop, we talk about the Reading Challenge theme to read a book about or featuring non-human characters and explore how stories about creatures, aliens , and animals still connect to the human experience. This is The Book Drop.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
This week on The Book Drop, we talk about the power of stories told in many languages, with a special guest from UNO’s Office of Latino and Latin American Studies.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
Hispanic Heritage Celebration | Saturday, Oct. 11, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Willa Cather Branch
Out &am...
On the latest episode of the new title drop, Angela and Melanie playfully ponder what they’d haunt if they were ghosts, and highlight spooky new book releases coming out in October.
Check out this month's titles and place holds here or visit omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Check in with us on the first Tuesday of every month to hear about books we think you should be excited about.
This week on The Book Drop, we celebrate Black Speculative Fiction Month with a special guest from the House of Afros, Capes and Curls. This is The Book Drop.
All the books and resources we talk about in this episode can be found here or by visiting omahalibrary.org/podcast.
Happening at the Library:
Stories After Dark | Friday, Oct. 3, 7 to 9 p.m. at Benson Branch
Zine Workshop | Monday, Oct. ...
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