What happens when readers get REALLY into a book? Sometimes… everyone starts reading it. In this episode of Book Lounge by Libby, host Joe Skelley is joined by authors whose books found huge audiences through book clubs, BookTok, Bookstagram and online reading communities. We’re talking about the very real power of readers to turn a great book into a full-blown phenomenon and what it’s like for an author to watch that happen. How does a book become the one everyone is recommending? Why do some stories take off in book clubs? And what makes readers want to pass a book along to everyone they know? Plus, we’re getting into the joy, chaos and occasionally unhinged energy of being part of a reading community. Whether you’re a lifelong book club member, a solo reader who lives in the group chat or someone who has ever said “I HAVE to make you read this,” this one is for you. If you're part of a book club, tell us about it! How big is your group? How often do you meet? What's the best book you've ever read together? And, perhaps most importantly, what's the book that nearly started a civil war? Listen or watch now, and join the conversation with Book Lounge by Libby. Looking for the video version of our show? Check out the Libby App YouTube channel! Who’s in this episode:   Joe – Instagram  Heather Morris – Website, Instagram  Morgan Elizabeth – Website, Instagram  Patti C. Henry – Website, Instagram Guest Books: Some of Heather Morris' books:  The Tattooist of Auschwitz  Cilka’s Journey  Three Sisters  Sisters Under the Rising Sun  The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse Morgan Elizabeth's traditionally published book:  Meet Cute Magic Some of Patti C. Henry's books:  Losing the Moon  The Story She Left Behind  The Secret Book of Flora Lea  Becoming Mrs. Lewis  Once Upon a Wardrobe Time stamps: Enjoying the show? Follow Book Lounge by Libby, leave a rating or review, and watch every episode on the Libby App YouTube channel. Find us on Libbylife.com/booklounge Got a book recommendation, dream guest or just want to say hi? We'd love to hear from you at [email protected]. Looking for Book Lounge merch? Visit Plot Threads.  Library friends: Add episodes of Book Lounge by Libby to your digital collection for free in OverDrive Marketplace and Kanopy. You can also purchase the titles featured in today's episode in OverDrive Marketplace. Browse our cumulative reading list for the season: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41378  Today's featured books: https://marketplace.overdrive.com/Marketplace/OneCopyOneUserAndMeteredAccess/SuggestedList/41711  Happy Reading! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices