Black Voices in Literature (2022) | Episode 47Librarians Hannah and Melody share six black voices recommendations, covering a deadly love triangle, an eye-opening account of the Tulsa Race Massacre, a sampler platter of short stories in a New

A Dash of Romance: Books to Spice up Your Reading List | Episode 46

Feb 1st, 2022 1h 6m

Looking to expand your reading repertoire with some romance, whether that be just a hint of romance or more? Librarians Melody, Hannah, and Maren share seven recommendations: a story about a soccer star who finds herself juggling her sport, her

I’ll Be Book(ed): Science Fiction Reads to “Terminate” Your Schedule | Episode 45

Jan 1st, 2022 59m 35s

Librarians Melody, Hannah, and guest Bernie recommend nine great science fiction stories to start the new year, covering space samurai adventures, the exploration of the anomalous Area X, and the tragedy of a beloved space western TV series’ ca

The Ultimate Book Gift Guide (2021) | Episode 44

Dec 1st, 2021 42m 41s

Hannah, Melody, and Dale share their favorite books of the year and who you can give them to! BOOKS WE TALKED ABOUT:"The History of Bones" by John Lurie."Lightning Strike" by William Kent Kruger."Firekeeper’s Daughter" by Angeline Boulley.

Classic Retellings | Episode 43

Nov 1st, 2021 1h 4m

Melody, Alyssa, and Hannah share their favorite retold classics, covering modern Jane Austen retellings, Hamlet retold on TikTok, and mixing fairy tales with science fiction. BOOKS WE TALKED ABOUT:If I’m Being Honest by Emily Wibberley and A

Spooky Stories to Read this Fall (2021) | Episode 42

Oct 1st, 2021 1h 11m

Librarians Alyssa, Hannah, and Melody chat about their favorite spooky reads of the season, from not-so-scary children’s books to haunt-your-dreams gory horror. We talk about some or our favorite titles from this year and a few standby classics

Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson | Episode 41

Aug 31st, 2021 1h 1m

This month librarians Melody, Alyssa, and Hannah discuss Laurie Halse Anderson’s “Speak” in preparation for her author talk with North Shore Library on September 30, 2021! We talk about sexual assault, trauma, and friendship in this special in-

So Many YA Reads, So Little Time | Episode 40

Aug 1st, 2021 1h 2m

Melody, Erin, and Mary talk about their favorite Young Adult reads and why they’re meant for adults too. The librarians share 8 great recommendations ranging from epic history to fluffy romance to gritty fantasy to dystopia gone wrong.Recomme

Books We've Changed Our Minds About | Episode 39

Jul 1st, 2021 1h 29m

Have you ever changed your mind about a book? Original Book Chat hosts, Sam and Barbara, join Melody to talk about reads they've changed their minds about. From self-help to vampire romance, we've all had a change of heart about some books we'v

Historical Fiction (2021) | Episode 38

Jun 1st, 2021 42m 59s

Melody, Maren, and Heather chat about historical fiction books and what life might've looked like as Ernest Hemingway's third wife.Books We Talked About:The Sun Down Motel by Simone St. JamesLove and Ruin by Paula McLainBook Clubs:Summer

Psychological Suspense | Episode 37

May 11th, 2021 1h 4m

Librarians Melody and Alyssa dive into phycological thrillers this month. Their recommendations cover a variety of options from Sarah Pearse's ominous The Sanatorium to Jeneva Rose's "fluffy" page-turner The Perfect Marriage.Recommended Title

Graphic Novels for Adults | Episode 36

Mar 31st, 2021 43m 33s

Librarian Melody is excited to welcome Rachel of the Oak Creek Public Library to join this episode on graphic novels! Both librarians cover a handful of graphic novels for adults, from a surrealist suburban drama to a horror comedy to a mysteri

Women's Voices in Literature | Episode 35

Feb 26th, 2021 1h 5m

Librarians Melody and Lizzy welcome back guest librarian Maren to discuss their favorite books and series written by and about women. Covering a variety of genres, they talk about poetry, memoir, children’s fantasy, "I Survived" for girls, and

Black Voices in Literature | Episode 34

Feb 4th, 2021 1h 3m

Librarians Melody and Erin explore current black voices in literature covering a variety of genres from YA fantasy to realistic fiction to American history.Books We Talked About:Red at the Bone by Jacqueline WoodsonAn American Marriage by T

Weird and Wacky Reads | Episode 33

Jan 5th, 2021 46m 55s

If you enjoy reading weird and wacky books, this episode is for you! Lizzy and Melody welcome special guest Dale to discuss a variety of reads, from a children's book about teddy bears abandoned in a landfill to the true story of the man who wa

The Ultimate Book Gift Guide (2020)| Episode 32

Dec 10th, 2020 49m 47s

Librarians Alyssa and Melody recommend their favorite books to add to your 2020 holiday shopping list!Books:"The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires" by Grady Hendrix"The Guest List" by Lucy Foley"Mexican Gothic" by Silvia Moren

Books About Basic Politics | Episode 31

Nov 3rd, 2020 55m 59s

Alyssa and Melody welcome special guest and previous podcast host Barbara! Just in time for election season, the three discuss some of their favorite introductory books on politics and voting.Titles We DiscussedWhat You Should Know about Pol

Spooky Reads (2020) | Episode 30

Oct 14th, 2020 1h 4m

Alyssa, Melody, and Lizzy share their spooky reading recommendations for the season!Titles We Discussed:Locke & Key. Volume 1: Welcome to Lovecraft by Joe HillThe Dead Queens Club by Hannah CapinSadie by Courtney SummersJane Eyre by Charl

Cookbooks and Favorite Recipes | Episode 29

Sep 25th, 2020 1h 8m

Grab a snack for this episode! Lizzy, Melody, and Alyssa are talking about cookbooks, recipes, and food!Cookbooks We Discussed:Cybele Pascal’s "Allergy Free and Easy Cooking: 30-Minute Meals Without Gluten, Wheat, Dairy, Eggs, Soy, Peanuts,

Summer Reads (2020) | Episode 28

Aug 27th, 2020 1h 27m

Alyssa, Lizzy, and Melody catch each other up on what they’ve been reading and watching this month, from Gothic horror to romance shows.What We Talked About:The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne CollinsEye of the World by Robert Jor

Books We've Been Reading During the Pandemic | Episode 27

Jul 15th, 2020 52m 38s

Melody, Alyssa, and Lizzy are back to talk about their latest reads! From pandemic-centered plots to gritting true stories, this episode covers a variety of genres, with a bonus update on how the library's reopening is going!Books We Talked A

Comfort Reads | Episode 26

May 18th, 2020 1h 2m

Melody chats with guests Dale and Stacey about their favorite comfort reads!Books We Talked About:Persuasion by Jane AustenThe Splendid and the Vile by Erik LarsonMy Family and Other Animals by Gerald DurrellInkheart by Cornelia FunkeA G

Binge-Worthy Shows | Episode 25

Apr 1st, 2020 59m 25s

Librarians Maren, Melody, and guest, Erin, talk about what they're binge-watching during quarantine.Shows We Talked About:The West Wing TV show on NetflixFour Weddings and a Funeral Hulu showNext in Fashion Netflix showBon Appétit YouTube

Books We Will Never Read | Episode 24

Mar 23rd, 2020 1h 10m

While the library is closed, Lizzy, Melody, and Alyssa are excited to bring you a podcast recorded from home! The librarians chat about books on their reading lists as well as books they will never read! Scroll through the shownotes for a list

Futuristic Reads | Episode 23

Mar 3rd, 2020 35m 21s

Melody and Lizzy welcome back former podcast host, Sam, to discuss books set in the future! In this episode, we chat about virtual reality, artificial intelligence, consumerism, and the future of our society.Books We Discussed:Super Sad True