LeVar Burton Reads

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"Galaxy Girl and the November Monstrosity" by Aleksandra Hill Nov 14, 2023

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A superhero returns home for Thanksgiving. Find more from Aleksandra Hill at aleksandrahill.com and khoreomag.com.

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Introducing: Sound Detectives! Nov 13, 2023

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LeVar Burton presents SOUND DETECTIVES – a funny, engaging, and thought-provoking podcast that invites elementary school-aged kids to explore the magic and mystery of sound.

Breaking News – Across the globe, sounds are mysteriously going missing! Waves aren’t crashing, crickets aren’t chirping, and the familiar jingle of the ice cream truck is a distant memory. Follow Detective Hunch (Vinny Thomas) and his new sidekick Audie the Ear (Jess McKenna) as they solve sound mysteries and track down the nefarious Sound Swindler … all with a little help from LeVar Burton himself!

Equal parts fun and informative, SOUND DETECTIVES encourages listeners to engage with the sound mysteries that surround us, while unlocking the door to people and cultures around the globe. Join the team on this semi-improvised comedy caper and help return the mystery sounds before the world falls silent!

Listen to SOUND DETECTIVES on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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"The Many Taste Grooves of the Chang Family" by Allison King Nov 07, 2023

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Siblings try to jog their ailing father's memory through his sense of taste. They discover that as much as he's lost -- he's retained his sense of humor. Find more from the author at www.allisonjking.com.
Content advisory: person living with dementia

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"Sin Eater" by Ian R. MacLeod Oct 31, 2023

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A robot "sin eater" is called to perform a vital service for the last human on earth. This story appears in the author's collection, entitled RAGGED MAPS.

Content advisory: violence, death

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"Those Fantastic Lives" by Bradley Sides Oct 24, 2023

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A chain-smoking psychic is ready to retire, but first, she's got to see one last client. Find more from the author at www.bradley-sides.com.

Content advisory: reference to child death

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"The Clockmaker and His Daughter" by Tobi Ogundiran Oct 17, 2023

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A story about the bond between father and daughter, cities both big and small, clocks, trees, and hope in a society designed to squash all hope. Find more from the author at www.tobiogundiran.com.

Content advisory: violence, death

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"The Court Magician" by Sarah Pinsker Oct 10, 2023

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A young magician is given the opportunity to learn real magic, but it comes with consequences. This story appears in Sarah Pinsker's collection LOST PLACES, published by Small Beer Press.

Content advisory: brief sexual reference

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"Dragonflies" by Shannon Sanders Oct 03, 2023

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Knick-knacks are tagged, life choices are interrogated, and secrets are revealed after the family matriarch passes away. This story appears in Shannon Sanders' collection COMPANY, published by Graywolf Press.
Content advisory: mentions death

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"Mr. McCaslin" by Peter S. Beagle Sep 26, 2023

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Neighborhood kids help a curmudgeonly old man with a family curse. This story appears in The Essential Peter S. Beagle: Volume 2. For more of Peter S. Beagle's work, visit https://beagleverse.com.
Content advisory: mentions death

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"The Tin Man" by Lilliam Rivera Sep 19, 2023

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The sole survivor of a pandemic must determine the true intentions of a robot who arrives to save her. This story appears in RECLAIM THE STARS: 17 TALES ACROSS REALMS AND SPACE. For more of Lilliam Rivera's work, visit www.lilliamrivera.com.

Content advisory: mentions illness and death

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