The Laydown Podcast

Ryan, Hillary, and Kelso discuss their feelings towards a beloved magical series with a horribly transphobic author, the importance of reading critically, why preorders are important, how a single book can disrupt an entire publishing industry, and also their recent reads! Buckle up, friends, we've got a packed episode for you this month! Click the link to purchase the book from our store, or clic...

Bonus Episode! Ryan sat down remotely with author Alix E. Harrow to chat about her novels THE TEN THOUSAND DOORS OF JANUARY and THE ONCE AND FUTURE WITCHES, plus Fairy Tales, History, and the greatest Southern Gothic Twitter Bot! Enjoy! The Ten Thousand Doors of January ( Libro.fm ) The Once and Future Witches (October 13, 2020) Alix E. Harrow Follow Alix E. Harrow on Twitter: @AlixEHarrow Follow...

Ryan, Hillary, and Kelso gush about their favorite recent reads, some of which they've read multiple times with new perspectives each time, and some of which they've read in one sitting because they just can't put it down! Click the link to purchase the book from our store, or click the "Libro.fm" link to get the Audiobook on Libro.fm. Thanks for shopping local! Books Mentioned During This Episode...

Bonus Episode! Ryan sat down remotely with debut author, Alexis Henderson, to chat about her diverse, feminist fantasy novel, THE YEAR OF THE WITCHING! The Year of the Witching ( Libro.fm ) www.alexishenderson.com Follow Alexis Henderson on Twitter: @alexhwrites Follow Alexis Henderson on Instagram: @lexish Other Links Gibson's Bookstore Website Purchase Gift Certificates!  Browse our website by C...

Apparently summer is a great time to read horror novels because our hosts have been devouring a lot of spooky books this month! Click the link to purchase the book from our store, or click the "Libro.fm" link to get the Audiobook on Libro.fm. Thanks for shopping local! Books Mentioned During This Episode Ryan, https://www.gibsonsbookstore.com/staff/ryan-elizabeth-clark You Should See Me In A Crown...

Bonus Episode! Ryan and Elisabeth sat down with Hank Green to chat about his books, AN ABSOLUTELY REMARKABLE THING (Ryan's favorite book of 2018), and the newly released sequel, A BEAUTIFULLY FOOLISH ENDEAVOR! Keep listening after the interview to hear Ryan and Elisabeth fangirl just a little bit as they debrief about the interview and Hank's books! Enjoy!  An Absolutely Remarkable Thing ( Libro.f...

As we wrap up the month of June, Ryan, Hillary, and Kelso chat about what they've been reading recently, and celebrate some of their recent favorite LGBTQIA+ books! Click the link to purchase the book from our store, or click the "Libro.fm" link to get the Audiobook on Libro.fm. Thanks for shopping local! Books Mentioned During This Episode Ryan, https://www.gibsonsbookstore.com/staff/ryan-elizabe...

It's the Clinterview! Ryan sat down remotely with Clint McElroy to chat about The Adventure Zone Graphic Novels! The Adventure Zone Graphic Novels The Adventure Zone #1: Here There Be Gerblins The Adventure Zone #2: Murder on the Rockport Limited The Adventure Zone #3: Petals to the Metal https://www.themcelroy.family/theadventurezone Books Mentioned During The Interview Lumberjanes by Noelle Stev...

BLACK LIVES MATTER. In this episode, Ryan, Hillary, and Kelso share a few recommendations for books by and about Black folx. In the show notes, please find links to resources for supporting the Black Lives Matter Movement, supporting Black Trans Lives, Black-Owned Bookstores, Black-Led Podcasts, and more. Click the link in order to purchase the book from our store, or click the "Libro.fm" link to...

Ryan, Hillary, and Kelso have each been dealing with some level of Quarantine Brain Fog, and they've got some helpful tips for getting back your reading spark! Plus, updates from the Bookstore! Gibson's Bookstore Website Purchase Gift Certificates!  Shop by Appointment! Browse our website by Category! Order some curated bundles! Donate to the bookstore! Check out our Events Calendar! Gibson's Inst...

Ryan, Kelso, Elisabeth, Jo, Rachael, Abby, and Paula connect remotely over Zoom to party like introverts: stay at home and talk about books! Gibson's Bookstore Website https://www.gibsonsbookstore.com/gifts/gibsons-gift-certificate Gibson's Instagram The Laydown Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Use the code “LAYDOWN” for 3 audiobooks for the price of 1!   Email us at th...

It's a social distancing episode! Ryan, Kelso, and special guest Elisabeth, remotely recorded this episode about how they discover new books to share with all of you! Gibson's Bookstore Website https://www.gibsonsbookstore.com/gifts/gibsons-gift-certificate Gibson's Instagram The Laydown Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Use the code “LAYDOWN” for 3 audiobooks for the pr...

Gibson's Bookstore Website Gibson's Instagram The Laydown Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at thelaydownpodcast@gmail.com   Use the code “LAYDOWN” for 3 audiobooks for the price of 1!   Click the link in order to purchase the book from our store, or click the "Libro.fm" link to get the Audiobook on Libro.fm. Thanks for shopping local! Currently Reading & An...

Erin Morgenstern and Ryan sat down before their event to chat about The Night Circus, The Starless Sea, writing, reading, video games, and so much more! Enjoy!  THE NIGHT CIRCUS by Erin Morgenstern ( Libro.fm ) THE STARLESS SEA by Erin Morgenstern ( Libro.fm ) THE UNWILLING (Available now!) by Kelly Braffet ( Libro.fm ) ASSASSIN'S APPRENTICE by Robin Hobb ( Libro.fm ) WANDERERS BY Chuck Wendig ( L...

Happy New Year! Ryan, Hillary, and Kelso are kicking off 2020 with some of the best books they read last year, books they’re anticipating this year, and a sneak peek at Ryan’s interview with Erin Morgenstern!  That interview in its entirety will be uploaded as a bonus episode in February!  Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at thelaydow...

We're in the Holiday Spirit this episode, giving you some of our favorite gift recommendations! Please stop into the store and chat with us in person for even more personalized recommendations for everyone on your list! Join the movement to support Gibson's Bookstore this holiday season by giving audiobooks from Libro.fm. Choose specific audiobooks to gift or select from 1, 3, 6, or 12 month membe...

We’re chatting all things audiobooks this episode, with special guest Elisabeth Jewell! Special thanks to Libro.fm for supporting this podcast!  Libro.fm is the first audiobook company to make it possible for you to buy audiobooks directly through Gibson's Bookstore. All of the audiobooks sampled in this episode are starred in the list below!  Join the movement to support Gibson's Bookstore this h...

The SPOOKY SEASON IS NIGH, Y’ALL! So, of course, we’re going to talk about our scariest, spookiest, most terrifying books. Plus, Ryan interviews Chris McDougall on his newest book, “Running with Sherman”, and joins in on the spooky recommendations. Also, (as always) current reads and upcoming events!  (BOO! Did I scare you?) Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audio...

Ryan, Hillary and Kelso give a passionate response to Amazon breaking the “Testaments” Embargo. They go over the reasons why you should always buy local. Plus, Ann Patchett y’all! Also, (as always) current reads and upcoming events!   Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at thelaydownpodcast(at)gmail(dot)com  You Can Now use the code “LAY...

Hold onto your Anthologies! Ryan, Hillary and Kelso discuss their favorite short story collections, plus, we remember the legendary Toni Morrison. Also, current reads and upcoming events!   Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at thelaydownpodcast(at)gmail(dot)com  Click the link in order to purchase the book from our store, or click the...

Ryan interviews YA authors Erin Bowman and A.C. Gaughen on Bowman's CONTAGION and IMMUNITY duology; Gaughen's Elemantae series ( REIGN THE EARTH , and IMPRISON THE SKY ). All books out now; Plus, our Current Reads and our SUPER DUPER EXCITING Store Events! Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at thelaydownpodcast(at)gmail(dot)com  Click t...

We apologize for the audio quality in this episode. We recorded in a different space than normal which had some background noise, and also parts of the recording were corrupted and needed to be re-recorded later. Bear with us! We’ll be back to our normal podcast recording space next episode!  Ryan interviews YA author Virginia Macgregor on the creative process, large families, and how she comes up...

Ryan, Kelso and Hillary discuss the growing trend of "Light Lit" as well as the importance of Activism Literature; Plus, our Current reads and upcoming book events! Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at thelaydownpodcast(at)gmail(dot)com  Click the link in order to purchase the book from our store, or click the link go get the Audiobook...

Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at gibsonsemployees(at)gmail(dot)com  Click the link in order to purchase the book from our store. Thanks for shopping local! Current Reads, Future Reads, and Other Books Mentioned in the Episode: Michael - Machines Like Me by Ian McEwan   Another Life by Michael Korda   Elisabeth -  Sorcery of Thorns...

Ryan interviews YA author David Elliott. They discuss myths, Scrooge McDuck, and his newest book, "Voices: The Final Hours of Joan of Arc" out today 3/26! Plus, Kelso, Ryan and Hillary discuss their current reads and upcoming events in the store. Gibson's Bookstore Website Instagram Facebook Twitter Libro.fm (Our Audiobook Platform) Email us at gibsonsemployees(at)gmail(dot)com Click the link in o...