ShelfLogic

Welcome to ShelfLogic Aug 23, 2020

Are you looking for your next favorite book? Tune in to the ShelfLogic podcast to hear librarians from Maricopa County Library District banter about books, movies, music and more! We’ll share what we’re reading, recommend some fantastic titles, and give you insight into what librarians really think about what’s in the library. While our tastes might not always be logical, our shelves are. We can’t wait to share our favorite reads with you!

Our Diverse Shelf Aug 31, 2020

Do you want to branch out in your book choices but don't know where to start? Join Caroline and Jen from the library as they review some of their most recent diverse reads. We dive into three titles that are written by authors from diverse backgrounds whose stories will encourage you to grow and learn through the experiences of others. You will be inspired to pick up these titles and follow along! There There By Tommy Orange, Long Way Down By Jason Reynolds, You Can't Touch My Hair: And Other Things I Still Have to Explain By Phoebe Robinson

A Classic Rethink Sep 07, 2020

Nicolas and Travis discuss some of their favorite classics, authors and the history of writing. They theorize over the debate of what makes a classic. They discuss the following books and authors: The Count of Monte Cristo by Andrea Duema, As I Lay Dying by William Faulkner, Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe, Lord of the Rings by JRR Tolkien, Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes, Edgar Allen Poe

A Comic-al Discussion Sep 14, 2020

Comics and their stories have become an everyday part of today’s media. Join Librarians Alyssa and Corban for a special LibraryCon episode as they take us on a tour of some of their favorite comics and graphic novels. Not only will you be inspired to pick up a comic book from your library, but you’ll also learn about checking out e-comics to read on your device! Make sure to check out our other LibraryCon virtual programs. Here are some of the titles they discuss: DC, Marvel, The Boys, Watchman, Sabrina the Teenage Witch

The Comic was Better Sep 21, 2020

Corban and Alyssa discuss some of their favorite comics that have moved to the screen. From the good, the bad and the ugly comics are all over the screen. We are going to give you some of our insights from popular shows and movies from Marvel, CW, DC and more.

What Horrifies You? Sep 28, 2020

In this episode, Nicolas and Travis discuss some of their favorite horror books to get you ready for Halloween. From short stories to series here are some of the books that they discuss are: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark Alvin Schwartz, IT by Stephen King, Parasite by Mira Grant, The Lottery by Shirley Jackson, I Am Legend by Richard Matheson, Midnight in Chernobyl by Adam Higginbotham, Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson, Invisible Man by HG Wells and Edgar Allen Poe.

Women Find Their Strength Oct 05, 2020

Jen and Jennifer discuss four diverse books that tell the stories of women finding their strength in community, family, tradition and more. They discuss: “Upright Women Wanted” by Sarah Gailey, “Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows” by Balli Kaur Jaswal, “Eat Up: Food, Appetite and Eating What You Want” by Ruby Tandoh and “Untamed” by Glennon Doyle

Our Favorite Books Oct 12, 2020

Corban and Alyssa discuss the following books: Such a Good Age by Kiley Reid, JD Robb series, Lying in Wait by Liz Nugent, Finding Freedom by Omid Scobie and Carolyn Durand, Midnight Man by Meg Gardiner, We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan T Higgins, The Ruins by Scott Smith, Rising Strong by Brené Brown, Quackery by Lydia Kang, Only Plane in the Sky by Garrett Graff

Timeless Westerns Oct 19, 2020

Join Lindsey and Mikel as they discuss some of the finest westerns ever written. From the heavy literary themes of Blood Meridian to the kinship in Lonesome Dove westerns can appeal to all readers. They will be discussing the following books: Blood Meridian by Cormac McCarthy, True Grit by Charles Portis, Lonesome Dove Larry McMurtry

SciFi Abounds Oct 26, 2020

Jen and Nicolas look at how the science fiction genre can give us a different perspective on our own realty. They will be discussing the following books: Providence by Max Barry, Martian by Andy Weir, Interstellar movie, Waking Gods (The Themis Files) by Sylvain Neuvel, Zone Science Fiction, Roadside Picnic by Arkady and Boris Strugatsky, The Book of Strange New Things Michel Faber, Tales From the Loop by Simon Stålenhag, The Electric State by Simon Stålenhag.

Reads for Anxious Times Nov 02, 2020

Jennifer and Jen from Southeast Regional Library discuss many titles, both fiction and non-fiction, that will make you feel less alone during times of anxiety. Whether its poetry, funny stories, or self-help books that can empower you to feel better—you’ll learn about some great titles to pick up during your next library visit. Books discussed: “Love Poems for Anxious People” by John Kenney, “My Friend Fear: Finding Magic in the Unknown” by Meera Lee Patel, “Separation Anxiety” by Laura Zigman, “Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Healthy Life” by Hector Garcia, “How Not to Be a Hot Mess: A Survival Guide for Modern Life” by Craig Hase, “Alphabreaths: The ABC’s of Mindful Breathing” by Christopher Willard, “Meditate with Me: A Step-by-Step Mindfulness Journey” by Mariam Gates.

True Crime Stacked Up Nov 09, 2020

Join Alyssa and Corban from the True Crime section of Ed Robson Library. Titles discussed: “I’ll Be Gone In the Dark” by Michelle McNamara, “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann, “Adnan’s Story” by Rabia Chaudry, “Ripper” by Patricia Cornwell, “Man on the Train” by Bill James, “The Third Rainbow Girl” by Emma Copley Eisenber, and “Home Sweet Murder” & “Murder Interrupted” by James Patterson.

Books To Be Excited About Nov 16, 2020

Caroline and Jen each review one of their recent intriguing reads—but they follow it up with sharing titles from their ever-growing “To-Read’ pile. Make sure to place these titles on hold! Books discussed: “The Black God’s Drums” by P. Djèlí Clark, “The Office: The Untold Story of the Greatest Sitcom of the 2000s” by Andy Greene, “Stories from Suffragette City,” “Horrorstör” by Grady Hendrix, “Mexican Gothic” by Silvia Moreno-Garcia, and “The Reading Cure: How Books Restored My Appetite” by Laura Freeman.

Spotlight on Native American Authors Nov 23, 2020

November is Native American Heritage Month! Join Jen and Jillian as they discuss and promote titles that are written by Native writers. Titles discussed: "Moon of the Crusted Snow" by Waubgeshig Rice, "The Only Good Indians" by Stephen Graham Jones, and "Postcolonial Love Poem" by Natalie Diaz.

British Mystery Television on Hoopla Nov 30, 2020

Join Tim and Caroline as they discuss British Mystery Television on Hoopla. From Cozy Mysteries, to something more comedic, to police procedurals, there’s a multitude of mysteries available on Hoopla. The shows discussed are Father Brown, Inspector Lynley, and Death In Paradise.

Channel Surfing at Your Library! Dec 07, 2020

Join Travis and Nicolas as they venture through some of their favorite action movies that you’ll find while channel-surfing. Make sure to add them to your library list! Movies discussed: “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” (2018), “Twister” (1996), “Geostorm” (2017), “Olympus Has Fallen” (2013), “London Has fallen” (2016), “Angel Has Fallen” (2019), “Cold Pursuit” (2019), “The Commuter” (2018), “The Big Lebowski” (1998).

Run! Fight! Power of Friendship! Dec 14, 2020

Shounen manga (Japanese graphic novels) is roughly defined as manga targeted at young men ages 12-18, but the genre is enjoyed far outside that specific demographic and is one of the bestselling genres in Japan. Shounen manga focus on high octane plots in almost any setting – fantasy, sci-fi, martial arts, etc. – with elements of humor and friendship/teamwork heavily present. Tune in this week to listen to us drill down in detail on a few of our favorite series: Haikyuu!!, Black Clover, and One Punch Man. We’ll discuss what makes them special in the shounen genre, what we loved and did not love, and how their anime adaptations turned out. And of course we have a whole list of honorable mentions to get through!

Ready Player One and Ready Player Two Dec 21, 2020

Join Nicolas and Travis as they discuss the science fiction books "Ready Player One" and the new "Ready Player Two" by Ernest Cline. We will also discuss the popular film "Ready Player One" directed by Steven Spielberg. Make sure to place your library request for these titles today!

Juvenile Fiction Book Talk! Dec 28, 2020

Juvenile Fiction isn't just for kids! Join Caroline and Travis as they discuss some of their favorite juvenile fiction, perfect for kids and adults. Books discussed are: "Appleblossum the Possum" by Holly Goldberg Sloan; "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien; "Other Words For Home" by Jasmine Warga; "Ikenga" by Nnedi Okorafor; "Applesauce Weather" by Helen Frost; "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane" by Kate DiCamillo; "The Last Fifth Grade of Emerson Elementary" by Laura Shovan; "Winnie-the-Pooh" by A. A. Milne; "Dear America: The Diary of Margaret Ann Brady- Voyage on the Great Titanic" by Ellen Emerson White; "The Westing Game" by Ellen Raskin; "Doll Bones" by Holly Black; "Scary Stories for Young Foxes" by Christian McKay Heidicker; "Duke" by Kirby Larson; and "Book Uncle and Me" by Uma Krishnaswami.

SciFi Television Jan 04, 2021

If you enjoy sci-fi listen in as Tim and Caroline discuss episodes from lesser known sci-fi television shows available from the library collection. The shows discussed are “The Adventures of Brisco County Jr.”, “Timeless”, and “Babylon 5”.

New Year, New Atheism Jan 11, 2021

Explore four books written by authors who promote the view that superstition, religion and irrationalism should be countered, criticized, and exposed by rational argument wherever their influence arises. Books discussed include: “The End of Faith: Religion, Terror, and the Future of Reason” by Sam Harris (2004); “Infidel: My Life” by Ayaan Hirsi Ali (2006); “The God Delusion” by Richard Dawkins (2006); “God Is not Great: How Religion Poisons Everything” by Christopher Hitchens (2007).

Best Disney Songs! Jan 19, 2021

Join Caroline, Jere and Travis as they discuss Disney soundtrack music and try to choose just 10 of their favorite Disney songs. Spoiler alert: They (mostly) chose completely different songs. Movies to check out: "Hercules" (1997), "Alladin" (2019), "Princess and the Frog" (2009), "Mulan" (1998), "Mulan" (2020), "The Nightmare Before Christmas" (1993), "Frozen" (2010), "Frozen II" (2019), "Big Hero 6" (2014), "Moana" (2016), "Zootopia" (2016), "Tangled" (2010), "Coco" (2017), "The Little Mermaid" (1989). Music to check out: "Disney Villains: Simply Sinister Songs" (on Hoopla and CD), "Disney Classics" (on Hoopla), "Disney: Timeless Classics" (on CD).

2021 PopSugar Reading Challenge Discussion Jan 25, 2021

Join Caroline and Travis as they begin their 2021 PopSugar Reading Challenge journey. Part 1 of this 3 part mini-series will discuss the 2021 PopSugar Reading Challenge, how you can join the challenge and some of their book choices to get you started. Part 2 will air midway through the year as Caroline and Travis tackle the challenge and Part 3 will air at the end of the year to see how they did with the challenge. Some of the books discussed: “Les Misérables” by Victor Hugo; “Lonesome Dove” by Larry McMurtry; “The Turn of the Key” by Ruth Ware; “Holes” by Louis Sachar; “Common Sense” by Thomas Paine; “We Need to Talk About Kevin” by Lional Shriver; “Slay” by Brittney Morris; “Over the Garden Wall: Benevolent Sisters of Charity” by Sam Johns; “The Library at Mount Char” by Scott Hawkins; “Ninth House” by Leigh Bardugo; “A Man Called Ove” by Fredrik Backman; and many more.

Seinen Manga Feb 01, 2021

Seinen is a genre written with a target audience of men roughly from the ages of 18-45. While there certainly can be some crossover with its younger counterpart shounen, seinen manga tend to deal with more adult themes or more prominently feature adult main characters as opposed to teenagers. Seinen, much like shounen, can focus on being sci-fi, fantasy, sports, comedy, or anything from a wider genre list. For this podcast we will focus on "Vinland Saga", "Parasyte", and "The Way of the House Husband".

People You Should Know Feb 08, 2021

Everybody knows Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Edison, and Betsy Ross, but do you know Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer? On this episode, we will be discussing Katherine Johnson and Shirley Chisholm.

New Books from Black Authors Feb 16, 2021

In this episode of Shelf Logic, make sure to have your library card at the ready! You’ll want to put all these titles on hold: “Sure, I'll Be Your Black Friend: Notes from the Other Side of the Fist Bump” by Ben Philippe, “How to Catch a Queen” by Alyssa Cole, “Black Buck” by Mateo Askaripour, “Milk, Blood, Heat” by Dantiel W. Moniz, “The Prophets” by Robert Jones Jr., “I am the Rage” by Martina McGowan, “Concrete Rose” by Angie Thomas, and “The Gilded Ones” by Namina Forna.

Devious Mysteries Feb 22, 2021

Join Alyssa and Corban as they dive into their favorite psychological mystery novels. Books discussed are: “A Simple Favor” by Darcey Bell, “I Know Who You Are” by Alice Feeney, “The Death of Mrs. Westaway” by Ruth Ware, “One by One” by Ruth Ware, “They All Fall Down” by Rachel Howzell Hall, “The Black Jersey” by Jorge Zepeda Patterson.

Comfortably Cozy Hallmark Mar 01, 2021

Join Lindsey and Mikel as they discuss two Hallmark properties: “When Calls the Heart” staring Erin Krakow and “The Aurora Teagarden Mysteries” staring Candace Cameron Bure. When Calls the Heart, inspired by Janette Oke's book of the same name from her Canadian West series, debuted in 2014 and is currently on its 8th season. The Aurora Teagarden Mysteries are a creation of author Charlaine Harris and encompasses 11 books and 14 television movies.

People You Should Know Part 2 Mar 08, 2021

Everybody knows Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Edison, and Betsy Ross, but do you know Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer? On this episode, we will be discussing Temple Grandin, American scientist and Hedy Lamarr, American actress and inventor.

Getting Caught Up on Your Favorite Silver Age Superheroes Part 1 Mar 15, 2021

Tim helps Caroline get caught up on some classic DC Superheroes. They discuss Action Comics #1000: Man of Steel, Action Comics: Invisible Mafia, The Flash: The Rebirth Delux Edition Book 1, Green Lantern Vol. 1: Intergalactic Lawman, The Green Lantern Vol. 2: The Day The Stars Fell--all of which are available on Hoopla!

Spring Flings Mar 22, 2021

Join Corban and Alyssa as they discuss romantic books to prove that love is in the air. Books include a variety of J.D. Robb, Meet Me in Monaco by Hazel Gaynor, The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang, and The Hating Game by Sally Thorne.

The Three (Book) Problem Mar 29, 2021

Join Nicolas and Jen as they talk about some great Sci-Fi titles—old and new! We cover “The Three Body Problem” by Liu Cixin, “Ender’s Game” by Orson Scott Card, and “Starship Troopers” by Robert A. Heinlein. The Three Body Problem will soon be a television show, so make sure to read the book first!

Eco-Fiction for Earth Month Apr 26, 2021

Eco-Fiction is a type of fiction that focuses on stories that are heavily linked to earth and climate. Join Jen and Jennifer as they discuss a few titles that you should check out for this Earth Month! Titles discussed: "Overstory" by Richard Powers, "New York 2140" by Kim Stanley Robinson, "War Girls" by Tochi Onyebuchi, "Parable of the Sower" by Octavia E. Butler, and "The Bear" by Andrew Krivak.

Marvel Cinematic Universe Showdown Apr 05, 2021

Join Caroline, Nicolas and Travis as they pick their favorite movie from each phase of the massively popular Marvel Cinematic Universe, an interconnected series of movies and television shows based on the Marvel comics. Movies discussed are: Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, Iron Man 2, Thor, Captain America: The First Avenger; The Avengers; Iron Man 3; Thor: The Dark World; Captain America: The Winter Soldier; Guardians of the Galaxy; Avengers: Age of Ultron; Ant-Man; Captain America: Civil War; Doctor Strange; Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2; Spider-Man: Homecoming; Thor: Ragnarok; Black Panther; Avengers: Infinity War; Ant-Man and the Wasp; Captain Marvel; Avengers: Endgame; and Spider-Man: Far From Home. All these movies are available for checkout at your MCLD library!

Amazing Graphic Novels on Hoopla Apr 12, 2021

Join Caroline and Travis as they sort through all the amazing content on Hoopla to find some of the best graphic novels for kids, teens and adults. Graphic novels discussed: El Deafo by Cece Bell; Over the Garden Wall series; Invincible by Robert Kirkman; New Kid by Jerry Craft; Saga by Brian K. Vaughan; Paper Girls by Brian K. Vaughan; Y: The Last Man by Brian K. Vaughan; Sheets by Brenna Thummler; Delicates by Brenna Thummler; March series by John Lewis; Harleen by Stjepan Šejić; Invisible Emmie by Terri Libenson; Teen Titans: Raven by Kami Garcia; Teen Titans: Beast Boy by Kami Garcia; A Quick & Easy Guide to They/Them Pronouns by Archie Bongiovanni; A Quick & Easy Guide to Queer & Trans Identities by Mady G.; Everyone's a Aliebn When Ur a Aliebn Too by Jomny Sun; Sandman series by Neil Gaiman; Kent State: Four Dead in Ohio by Derf Backderf; My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf; Preacher series by Garth Ennis.

Diverse Classics Apr 19, 2021

Do you ever see Classic booklists? What makes a book a classic? Different individuals and organizations have different ideas about classic books, but at Southeast Regional Library in Gilbert we have our very own great classic shelf! Listen to the podcast to get ideas about what you think a classic book or author is and make sure to put the titles we discuss on hold! Titles discussed: "Go Tell it on the Mountain" by James Baldwin, "The Bluest Eye" by Toni Morrison, "Things Fall Apart" by Chinua Achebe, and "A Single Man" by Christopher Isherwood.

Getting Caught Up on Your Favorite Silver Age Superheroes Part 2 May 03, 2021

Tim helps Caroline get caught up on some classic Marvel Superheroes. They discuss Amazing Spider-Man By Nick Spencer Vol. 1: Back To Basics, Amazing Spider-Man By Nick Spencer Vol. 2: Friends And Foes, Amazing Spider-Man By Nick Spencer Vol. 3: Lifetime Achievement, Captain America Vol. 1: Winter In America, and Captain America Vol. 2: Captain Of Nothing and, Ms. Marvel By Saladin Ahmed Vol. 1: Destined, and Ms. Marvel By Saladin Ahmed Vol. 2: Stormranger all of which are available on Hoopla!

Mothers in Literature May 10, 2021

Happy Mother's Day! Join Jennifer and Jillian as they discuss some titles that feature awesome mothers or mother figures. Titles discussed: Mom Code by Carole Stivers, Where Did You Go, Bernadette by Maria Semple, The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See, Dear Ijeawele, or A Feminist Manifesto in Fifteen Suggestions by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, That Kind of Mother by Rumaan Alam, Are You My Mother?: A Comic Drama by Alison Bechdel, The Bright Side of Disaster by Katherine Center, Confessions of a Domestic Failure by Bunmi Laditan, & The Overdue Life of Amy Byler by Kelly Harms.

Short Story Long May 17, 2021

Join Lesilee and Mikel as they discuss three recent short story collections by three authors under the age of 40. The collections discussed are “What It Means When a Man Falls from the Sky” by Lesley Nneka Arimah, “What Is Not Yours Is Not Yours” by Helen Oyeyemi and “Orange World and Other Stories” by Karen Russell.

Shoujo Manga with Tim and Glen May 24, 2021

Shoujo is a genre written with a target audience of young women from, roughly, the ages of 7-18. It’s similar to Shonen manga, which is targeted at young men 7-18, but tends to highlight a bit more romance. Shoujo can focus on sci-fi, fantasy, sports, comedy, or anything from a wider genre list. For this podcast we will focus on Yona of the Dawn, Rose of Versailles, and Sailor Moon.

Masterpiece Theater Favorites Jun 01, 2021

Join Lindsey and Kimberly in a discussion of our favorite series from Masterpiece Theater. Featuring Victoria and Poldark, and highlighting a few others from their large collection. Get a preview of the story and hear about our favorite characters and aspects of the show.

All About Summer Reading! Jun 07, 2021

Join Alyssa and Corban as they dive in to the details on the Summer Reading Program and share some of their favorite memories. Listen to the whole episode to learn a secret code that you can enter for points at Maricopacountyreads.org!

Pride Month Reads Jun 14, 2021

Join Laura and Jen as they discuss a few titles that are awesome to check out, especially during Pride! Titles to checkout: “Gideon the Ninth” by Tamsyn Muir, “The Murderbot Diaries” by Martha Wells, “Last Night at the Telegraph Club” by Malinda Lo, “Trans Like Me: Conversations for All of Us” by CN Lester, “Pet” by Akwaeke Emezi, “The House in the Cerulean Sea” and others by TJ Klune, “Conventionally Yours” and others by Annabeth Albert.

Star Trek Television with Tim and Caroline! Jun 21, 2021

Star Trek has had a place in the global vision of Science Fiction since the 1960’s. In three separate podcasts, Tim and Caroline will focus on Star Trek in different mediums. Today they will discuss Star Trek in Television. Specifically they will break down series high points, how Star Trek handles a Utopian vision of the future, and Star Trek’s social commentary.

People You Should Know Part 3 Jun 28, 2021

Everybody knows Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Edison, and Betsy Ross, but do you know Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer? On this episode, we will be discussing Billie Jean King, American tennis player and Alan Turing, British mathematician and logician.

2021 PopSugar Reading Challenge Discussion Part 2 Jul 05, 2021

Join Caroline and Travis for Part 2 of their PopSugar Reading Challenge discussion as they check in midway through their journey to see how they are progressing. Some of the books discussed: Waiting for Godot by Samuel Beckett; Saga series by Brian K. Vaughn and Fiona Staples; The Desegregation of Public Libraries in the Jim Crow South: Civil Rights and Local Activism by Shirley A. Wiegand and Wayne A. Wiegand; The Blade Itself, Before They Are Hanged and Last Argument of Kings by Joe Abercrombie; To Drink Coffee with a Ghost by Amanda Lovelace; Flamer by Mike Curato; Whatever It Takes: Life Lessons from Degrassi and Elsewhere in the World of Music and Television by Stephen Stohn; Norse Mythology by Neil Gaiman; Disney After Dark by Ridley Pearson; Between the World and Me by Ta-Nehisi Coates.

Star Wars Skywalker Saga Movie Showdown Jul 12, 2021

Join Caroline, Nicolas and Travis for round 2 of discussing incredibly popular film franchises as they pick their favorite (and not so favorite) movies from the Star Wars Skywalker Saga. Movies discussed are: Episode I: The Phantom Menace; Episode II: Attack of the Clones; Episode III: Revenge of the Sith; Episode IV: A New Hope; Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back; Episode VI: Return of the Jedi; Episode VII: The Force Awakens; Episode VIII: The Last Jedi; Episode IX: The Rise of Skywalker; Rogue One; and Solo.

Star Trek Movies with Tim and Caroline! Jul 19, 2021

Star Trek has had a place in the global vision of Science Fiction since the 1960’s. In three separate podcasts, Tim and Caroline will focus on Star Trek in different mediums. Today they will discuss Star Trek in Film. Specifically they will break down high points, how Star Trek handles a Utopian vision of the future, and Star Trek’s social commentary.

Native Representation in Literature Jul 26, 2021

Join Librarian Laura with panelists Byron Aspaas, Naomi Bishop, and Vina Begay as they talk about how books and movies misrepresent Native Americans, how to spot cultural misappropriation, and what advice they have for how writers can correctly and respectfully portray Indigenous cultures in books.

50th Shelf Logic Episode! Aug 02, 2021

Can you believe we have done 50 episodes of Shelf Logic? Neither can we! Join Alyssa and Corban as they reminisce on the past few months and their favorite podcasting moments.

Book Lovers Day 2021 Aug 09, 2021

Join Caroline, Alex, and Jen as they discuss some recent books they love as well as books that have made an impact on them. Titles discussed: Beetle and the Hollowbones by Aliza Layne, Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport, Cinder by Marissa Meyer, The Martian by Andy Weir, Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid, Holes by Louis Sachar, Small Steps by Louis Sachar, We Need to Talk About Kevin by Lionel Shriver, and Sabriel by Garth Nix.

Musicals! Aug 16, 2021

Join Kelly and Roxie as they discuss Rodgers and Hammerstein and Irving Berlin. They will talk about their favorite musicals such as Jersey Boys, Hamilton, Beautiful: the Carole King Musical and White Christmas.

Star Trek Multi-Media with Tim and Caroline! Aug 23, 2021

Star Trek has had a place in the global vision of Science Fiction since the 1960’s. In three separate podcasts, Tim and Caroline will focus on Star Trek in different mediums. Today they will discuss Star Trek in books, graphic novels, audiobooks, and documentaries. Specifically they will break down high points, how Star Trek handles a Utopian vision of the future, and Star Trek’s social commentary.

Check This Out! Aug 30, 2021

“One might say that the true subject of the horror genre is the struggle for recognition of all that our civilization represses and oppresses.” -Film Critic Robin Wood The enduring works of the genre ingrained in our pop cultural consciousness not only reflect their era, but challenge their audiences’ viewpoints. In this episode of Check This Out Kristin and Rob discuss diversity in the horror genre, putting it into historical context from Mary Shelley to Jordan Peele, including: Margaret Atwood - The Handmaid's Tale, Victor LaValle :The Ballad of Black Tom, The Changeling, The Devil in Silver, Big Machine, Ahmed Saadawi (Iraq) - “Frankenstein in Baghdad”, New Suns: Original Speculative Fiction by People of Color - Shawl, Nisi (ed.) (2019), Ira Levin (Rosemary’s Baby), The Weird: A Compendium of Strange and Dark Stories - VanderMeer, Ann and Jeff (eds.), and more.

BookTok Recs! Sep 06, 2021

This week, Caroline and Jen review two of BookTok's most suggested reads! The titles discussed are "The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue" by V. E. Schwab and "The Song of Achilles" by Madeline Miller--both are available immediately on the Hoopla app with your library card.

Josei Manga with Tim and Glen Sep 13, 2021

Josei is a genre written with the target audience of roughly 18+ women. It’s similar to Seinen manga, which is targeted at men 18+. Like Seinen, Josei can focus on anything from a wider genre list but does tend to more realistic and romantic stories. For this podcast we will focus on Princess Jellyfish, Descending Stories, and Wotakoi: Love is Hard for An Otaku.

Quick-Bite Hoopla Books Sep 20, 2021

Sample some of the most in-demand titles by listening to a quick summary or analysis available on Hoopla! Jane, Jillian, and Jen discuss the insights from recorded summaries on: "Deep Work" by Cal Newport, "Thank You for Being Late" by Thomas L. Friedman, "Victoria: The Queen" by Julia Baird, and "The Gifts of Imperfection" by Brené Brown.

Banned Books Week Sep 27, 2021

Kristin and Rob discuss banned books we have read -focusing on Mikhail Bulgakov's classic The Master and Margarita. Listen for read-alike titles too. Bonus topic: A history of Banned Books Week in the US and why it’s important.

Happy Birthday, JD Robb! Oct 04, 2021

It is the episode you have all been waiting for… Corban finally gets to discuss the works of JD Robb during this very special episode of Shelf Logic. Alyssa discusses the works of Nora Roberts in celebration of Nora’s 71st birthday on October 10th!

One Star Book Reviews Oct 11, 2021

Inspired by Fowlerville Public Library’s Tik Tok, Jen and Caroline will read each other one star reviews from Goodreads and guess the books being described! Listen along for a good laugh!

Spoken Spooks Oct 18, 2021

Join Jere and Jen as they review some of the spookiest spoken stories that Hoopla has to offer! They will review radio versions of some favorite Twilight Zone episodes as well as a live-performance radio drama. Titles discussed: "To Serve Man" Twilight Zone Radio Drama, "The Midnight Sun" Twilight Zone Radio Drama, "The Odyssey Of Flight 33" Twilight Zone Radio Drama, and "The Grimm of Stottesden Hall" from The Wireless Theatre Company.

Dungeons & Dragons in Comics with Tim, Glen, and Jeff! Oct 25, 2021

Dungeons & Dragons is the hugely influential table top role playing game known the world over. This means its influence stretches beyond the table top and into media, such as comics. Join Tim, Glen, and Jeff as they discuss three directly produced Dungeons & Dragons graphic novels and one inspirationally tied graphic novel. The titles to be discussed are: Forgotten Realms Classics Vol. 1 by Jeff Grub and Rags Morales, Dungeons & Dragons: Fell’s Five by John Rogers and Andrea Di Vito, Legends of Baldur’s Gate by Jim Zub and Max Dunbar, and Die Vol. 1 Fantasy Heartbreaker by Kieron Gillen and Stephanie Hans.

Long Story Short: Jane Austen Nov 01, 2021

Follow along with Mikel and Lesilee as they take "The Ultimate Jane Austen Survey."

Indigenous Authors Spotlight Nov 08, 2021

Jen and Jennifer talk about six great new titles from Indigenous authors. Titles discussed: "An American Sunrise" by Joy Harjo, "Winter Counts" by David Heska Wanbli Weiden, "Firekeeper's Daughter" by Angeline Boulley, "The Case of the Missing Auntie" by Michael Hutchinson, "The Seed Keeper" by Diane Wilson, and "A History of Kindness" by Linda Hogan.

Sci-Fi Movies on Kanopy with Tim and Caroline Nov 15, 2021

Science Fiction films have a history almost as long as film itself. Join Tim and Caroline as they explore four films of the genre available on Kanopy! The films are The Lost World, Dark City, The Postman, and Prospect.

Meet the Author: Olivia Dade! Nov 22, 2021

Meet celebrated author Olivia Dade! Known as an "undeniable nerd" and book lover, Olivia has translated her passions into several series that are fun while featuring body positivity and healthy relationship role models. Join librarians Shelley and Ashley as we meet Olivia to learn more about her newest book, as well as talk about fandoms, representation in the romance genre, connecting communities across virtual platforms, and the ancient art of thatchery! Meet the Author: Olivia Dade!

Diversity in Speculative Fiction Nov 29, 2021

ShelfLogic selects one of our great video presentations to bring you a new audio experience! Join librarian Laura as she discusses the need for diversity in speculative fiction and gives book recommendations for diverse characters in love & gender, race & ethnicity, and disability & neurodiversity.

People You Should Know Part 4 Dec 06, 2021

Everybody knows Abraham Lincoln, Thomas Edison, and Betsy Ross, but do you know Ada Lovelace, the first computer programmer? On this episode, we will be discussing artists Yayoi Kusama and Andy Warhol.

Long Story Short: Pokémon Dec 13, 2021

Pokémon is Japanese media franchise created in 1995. Follow along as Mikel and Lesilee give their answers to the Ultimate Pokémon Survey. Place some Poké-holds and then take this Poké-quiz with us. What answers will you give?

Meet the Author: Kevin Hearne Dec 20, 2021

Meet the bestselling author of the new fantasy hit: Ink and Sigil! Kevin is also the author of the wildly popular Iron Druid Chronicles, the 7 Kennings series, and co-author of the Tales of Pell!

Children’s Manga with Tim and Glen Dec 27, 2021

Children’s Manga, or Kodomo-muke, are Japanese graphic novels targeted at children roughly from the age of learning to read up to and including tweens. Teen manga and up are then further broken down by gender. Children’s manga are often distinguished by simpler stories and art, but many of the titles we discuss can be enjoyed by a wider variety of ages. We will focus on Chi’s Sweet Home, Yotsuba&!, and Little Witch Academia. We will also give a brief over of three other titles: The Legend of Zelda, Splatoon, and Fluffy Fluffy Cinnamoroll.

Best of ShelfLogic: True Crime Stacked Up Jan 03, 2022

Join Alyssa and Corban from the True Crime section of Ed Robson Library. Titles discussed: “I’ll Be Gone In the Dark” by Michelle McNamara, “Killers of the Flower Moon” by David Grann, “Adnan’s Story” by Rabia Chaudry, “Ripper” by Patricia Cornwell, “Man on the Train” by Bill James, “The Third Rainbow Girl” by Emma Copley Eisenber, and “Home Sweet Murder” & “Murder Interrupted” by James Patterson. Original airdate 11/9/2020.

Best of ShelfLogic: Run! Fight! Power of Friendship! Jan 10, 2022

Shounen manga (Japanese graphic novels) is roughly defined as manga targeted at young men ages 12-18, but the genre is enjoyed far outside that specific demographic and is one of the bestselling genres in Japan. Shounen manga focus on high octane plots in almost any setting – fantasy, sci-fi, martial arts, etc. – with elements of humor and friendship/teamwork heavily present. Tune in this week to listen to us drill down in detail on a few of our favorite series: Haikyuu!!, Black Clover, and One Punch Man. We’ll discuss what makes them special in the shounen genre, what we loved and did not love, and how their anime adaptations turned out. And of course we have a whole list of honorable mentions to get through! Original airdate 12/4/2020.

Best of ShelfLogic: Native Representation in Literature Jan 17, 2022

Join Librarian Laura with panelists Byron Aspaas, Naomi Bishop, and Vina Begay as they talk about how books and movies misrepresent Native Americans, how to spot cultural misappropriation, and what advice they have for how writers can correctly and respectfully portray Indigenous cultures in books. Original airdate 7/26/21.

Sci-Fi Movies on Hoopla with Caroline and Tim Jan 24, 2022

Science Fiction films have a history almost as long as film itself. Join Tim and Caroline as they explore four films of the genre available on Hoopla! The films are Metropolis, The Day the Earth Stood Still, The Quiet Earth, and Soldier.

Video Game Comic Books with Glen, Jeff and Tim Jan 31, 2022

Video games are one of the most popular mediums for story telling in the world. Sometimes though the game worlds are not enough and so the story is expanded with comics and graphic novels. Join Glen, Jeff, and Tim as they look at four examples of this available through Hoopla: Injustice, Dragon Age, Sonic the Hedgehog, and The Last of Us: American Dream.

Meet the Author: Libby Copeland Feb 07, 2022

Join librarian Shelley and author Libby Copeland as they delve into the topic of Copeland's new book "The Lost Family: How DNA Testing is Upending Who We Are."

Diverse Romance Reads Feb 14, 2022

Valentine's Day is here! Tune in to this episode as Caroline, Jill, and Jen discuss diverse romance novels. Titles discussed: "I Wish You All the Best" by Mason Deaver, "Full Disclosure" by Camryn Garrett, "A Duke by Default" by Alyssa Cole, "Written in the Stars" by Alexandria Bellefleur.

New in Mystery! Feb 22, 2022

Join us as we cover 5 new mystery titles from Black authors! Titles discussed: "Dead Dead Girls" by Nevesa Afia, "The Other Black Girl" by Zakiya Dalila Harris, "Heaven, My Home" by Attica Locke, "While Justice Sleeps" by Stacey Abrams, and "When No One is Watching" by Alyssa Cole.

LGBTQ+ Manga with Glen, Tim, and Melanie Feb 28, 2022

LGBTQ+ manga deal with all the various issues that plague the community, but from the perspective of Japanese culture. For us and our definition these manga had to truly delve into these issues in at least a semi-realistic way, not ignore them completely or focus purely on the romance aspect. We feel those manga fall into slightly different categories. Join Glen, Tim, and Melanie as we discuss four popular LGBTQ+ Manga: Even Though We’re Adults, My Brother’s Husband, Our Dreams at Dusk, and Boys Run the Riot.

Navigating the Brain Fog Bog Mar 07, 2022

Join Jane and Jen as they discuss some recent reads on the topic of brain fog. Titles discussed: "The Brain Fog Fix" by Mike Dow, "Spiritual Practice for Crazy Times" by Philip Goldberg, "Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age" by Sanjay Gupta, and "Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life" by Hector Garcia and Francesc Miralles.

Pi vs. Pie: From Math to Baking Mar 14, 2022

Join Mikel and Jennifer as they trade book recommendations. Mikel presents four math themed books in honor of Pi Day while Jennifer counters with four titles on everyone’s favorite tasty treat: Pie.

Celebrating National Nutrition Month! Mar 21, 2022

March is National Nutrition Month! Join Alyssa and Scott as they talk about their favorite cookbooks and recipes. This episode is sure to be delicious! "The Full Plate" by Ayesha Curry, "The Cookie Book" by Rebecca Firth, "Bangkok" by Leela Punyaratabandhu, "101 Cocktails to Try Before You Die" by François Monti, "The Unofficial Disney Parks Cookbook" by Ashley Craft, "The Curry Guy: Recreate 100 of the Best Indian Restaurant Recipes at Home" by Dan Toombs

Crazy Comic Crossovers! Mar 28, 2022

Worlds collide as Archie battles the Predator and Rainbow Dash races the Autobot Windblade. Join Jeff, Glen, and Tim as discuss the craziest comic book crossovers available on Hoopla on in our physical collection including Batman Vs Ninja Turtles, Archie Vs Predator, Transformers Vs My Little Pony, and Robocop Vs Terminator.

Caroline & Jen Talk Hype Books Apr 04, 2022

Tune in to the ShelfLogic podcast to hear Caroline & Jen discuss #BookTok, hype books, and their feelings on books that go viral!

Food Fight: Battle Royale! Star Wars vs D&D vs Harry Potter Apr 11, 2022

What fictional universe has the best food? Jeff and Karen cook up dishes from the worlds of Harry Potter, Star Wars and D&D using the library's cookbook collection to decide which universe has the tastiest foods. Tune in to hear what you should be eating for dinner tonight!

Graphic Novel Media Tie-Ins with Caroline and Tim Apr 18, 2022

Movies and Television are such a huge part of our popular culture that it’s no wonder that the world of Comics and Graphic Novels have their share of Tie-Ins. Join Caroline and Tim as they discuss a few of these titles. In particular they’ll discuss “Blade Runner 2019 vol. 1 & 2”, “Dune: House of Atredies vol. 1 &2”, “Buffy the Vampire Slayer vol. 1 & 2”, and “Star Wars: Doctor Aphra vol. 1 & 2”

Best of ShelfLogic: Eco-Fiction for Earth Month Apr 25, 2022

Eco-Fiction is a type of fiction that focuses on stories that are heavily linked to earth and climate. Join Jen and Jennifer as they discuss a few titles that you should check out for this Earth Month! Titles discussed: "Overstory" by Richard Powers, "New York 2140" by Kim Stanley Robinson, "War Girls" by Tochi Onyebuchi, "Parable of the Sower" by Octavia E. Butler, and "The Bear" by Andrew Krivak.

Best of ShelfLogic: The Three (Book) Problem May 02, 2022

Join Nicolas and Jen as they talk about some great Sci-Fi titles—old and new! We cover “The Three Body Problem” by Liu Cixin, “Ender’s Game” by Orson Scott Card, and “Starship Troopers” by Robert A. Heinlein. The Three Body Problem will soon be a television show, so make sure to read the book first!

YA Forever! May 09, 2022

Join Dannelle, Jen, and Jennifer as they discuss new and popular titles that fall under the "Young Adult" popular genre that you should check out on your next library visit! Titles discussed: "The Grace Year" by Kim Liggett, "This is My America" by Kim Johnson, "A Court of Thorns and Roses" by Sarah J. Maas, "Lakelore" by Anna-Marie McLemore, and Agnes at the End of the World by Kelly McWilliams.

Girls with Tattoos… May 16, 2022

Join Alyssa and Brittany as they discuss tattoos and books about tattoos! Titles we discuss: Thank u, Next by Ariana Grande, David Hasselhoff’s music career, Barbra Streisand albums, La La Land, Hamilton: An American Musical, Kinky Boots, Cats, Wicked, Dear Evan Hanson, Mean Girls, Sound of Music, Tell Me a Tattoo Story by Alison McGhee, The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris, Dark Archives by Megan Rosenbloom, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson, When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon, They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera, The Haunted Mansion, Blindspot, The Girl with the Lower Back Tattoo by Amy Schumer, Inside Any Schumer, I Feel Pretty, Trainwreck, Hercules, The King of Staten Island, Sweetener By Ariana Grande, Lemonade by Beyoncé

Fiction to Film May 23, 2022

Which is better the book or the movie? Join Brittany, Alyssa and Melissa as they discuss the differences between fiction to film by using titles we have available for check out in physical format as well as digital! Titles discussed: Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan, Forrest Gump by Winston Groom, Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Shrek by William Steig, 50 Shades of Grey by E.L James, True Blood by Charlaine Harris, The Mist by Stephen King, You by Caroline Kepnes, Game of Thrones by G.R Martin, Twilight by Stephanie Meyers, The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood, The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris

Pride Month Reads 2022 Jun 06, 2022

Join Caroline and Jen as they discuss their 2022 titles for Pride month! Titles discussed: "Too Bright to See" by Kyle Lukoff, "Sometimes People March" by Tessa Allen, "Last Night at the Telegraph Club" by Malinda Lo, "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" by Benjamin Alire Sáenz, "Getting Clean With Stevie Green" by Swan Huntley, "The Women's House of Detention: A Queer History of a Forgotten Prison" by Hugh Ryan, and "One Last Stop" by Casey McQuiston.

Juvenile Books for Adults! Jun 13, 2022

Join Alyssa and Kaitlyn as they explore juvenile literature that adults will love! Titles include: Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds, Neil Gaiman novels, Brown Girls Dreaming by Jacqueline Woodson, Rick Riordan Presents Imprint, Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz, Gmorning, Gnight! By Lin-Manuel Miranda, The Baby-Sitters Club Graphic Novels by Raina Telgemeier and Gale Galligan, When Stars are Scattered by Victoria Jamison and Omar Mohamed, New Kid by Jerry Craft, Dog Man by Dav Pilkey, Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark by Alvin Schwartz, The Giver series by Lois Lowry, Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan.

Marvel & DC Epic Event Comics Jun 20, 2022

Love movies like Avengers: Infinity War & Endgame, where all your favorite heroes unite in an epic battle that will change everything? Learn about the comic book stories that pioneered and perfected epic crossover events like these with Jeff and Glen.

Food Fight! Jun 27, 2022

What video game world has the best food?! Join Jeff, Karen, and Glen as we discuss three titles that we have in our collection for video game themed cookbooks. We’ll take a look at a Minecraft cookbook, a World of Warcraft cookbook, and finally the Skyrim cookbook. Who will reign supreme? Tune in and find out!

Meet the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center Jul 11, 2022

Join librarian Shelley as she speaks with two of the staff for the Southwest Wildlife Conservation Center, located in Scottsdale Arizona. The SWCC is a unique animal rehabilitation facility that partners with state and federal programs to house displaced wildlife. We’ll meet Don Coyote (the center’s first resident) as well as Heavenly (a bear with a sweet tooth), Tocho the mountain lion, and more. We’ll also discuss the issues facing the wildlife of the Sonoran desert as more of their habitat is absorbed into human environments. And tune in to discover more great books about the confluence of humans and nature, such as The Glitter in the Green: In Search for Hummingbirds by Jon Dunn, The Puma Years: A Memoir by Laura Coleman; The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate―Discoveries from A Secret World by Peter Wohlleben, and Zooburbia by Tai Moses

Sea Monsters in Books and Movies Jul 18, 2022

Are you in the mood for some sea monster books? Join us as we discuss all our favorite horror stories about things that live in the deep, dark oceans and are very, very hungry.

A Few of Our Favorite Things! Jul 25, 2022

Join Alyssa and Melissa as they discuss their favorite (and not so favorite) books, movies, and shows! Titles: She’s Come Undone by Wally Lamb, Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan, Baby-Sitter’s Club by Ann Martin, Birdcage, The Crown, The Southern Vampire Mysteries by Charlaine Harris, Sometimes I Lie by Alice Feeny, Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeny, JD Robb novels, Public Secrets by Nora Roberts, self-help, true crime, Adnan’s Story by Rabia Chaudry, Under the Banner of Heaven by Jon Krakauer, cookbooks, We Don’t Eat Our Classmates by Ryan Higgins, Pajama Time by Sandra Boynton, Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys, The Selection by Kiera Cass, Twilight by Stephanie Meyer, The Office, The Book with No Pictures by B.J. Novak, Why Not Me? By Mindy Kaling, Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me? By Mindy Kaling, The Mindy Project, Never Have I Ever, People I Want to Punch in the Throat by Jenn Mann, The Office: the untold story of the greatest sitcom of the 2000’s by Andy Greene and more

100th Episode with Alyssa and Melissa! Aug 01, 2022

Join Alyssa and Melissa for the 100th episode of ShelfLogic! They discuss the 100th anniversary of the Newberry awards and 100 (ish) other random topics. Titles include: Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson, Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Delll, One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate, Number the Stars by Lois Lowery, The Giver by Lois Lowery, Charlotte’s Web by E.B. White, Little House on the Prairie by Laura Ingalls Wilder, When You Trap a Tiger by Tae Keller, El Deaf by Cece Bell, and Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña

Memorable Memoirs Aug 08, 2022

Do you enjoy other people's life stories? Are you looking for new book recommendations? Watch and learn about a variety of memorable memoirs to add to your reading list. Memorable Memoirs

Tune In and Check Out Aug 15, 2022

Tune in and check out to this week’s podcast of ShelfLogic where Brittany and Alyssa talk about and sing their favorite songs.

Mindfulness Materials Aug 22, 2022

Join Laura as she describes some of MCLD's audio and print materials on mindfulness.

Best Fantasy on Overdrive Aug 29, 2022

Join Southeast Regional Librarians Travis, Jere, and Nicolas to hear about their picks for the best fantasy books and audiobooks on the library's Overdrive download service! The books discussed include: Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb Jonathan Strange & Mr. Norrell by Susanna Clarke Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by JK Rowling Chosen Ones by Veronica Roth The Magicians by Lev Grossman The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller The Lies of Locke Lamora by Scott Lynch Confessions of an Ugly Stepsister by Gregory Maguire

Freedom to Read Sep 05, 2022

Join us we celebrate the continued freedom to read some of the books that have been requested to be removed from libraries. Banned Books Week 2022 will be held September 18 – 24. The theme of this year’s event is “Books Unite Us. Censorship Divides Us.”

All About Dogs Sep 12, 2022

Tune in for the latest episode of ShelfLogic with Brittany and Jen as they talk all about dogs! We will discuss tips, recipes, and resources available at your library.

Pull Your Shelf Together! Sep 19, 2022

When it comes to organizing your bookshelves, are you team sort by author, sort by title, or sort by color? Join Dannelle and Caroline as they discuss the many ways to organize your bookshelf!

Melissa and Alyssa's True Crime and More... Sep 26, 2022

Join Alyssa and Melissa as they dive into the True Crime section and find mysterious books that left them wanting more. Books include The Only Plane in the Sky, She Kills Me, I'll Be Gone In the Dark, Under the Banner of Heaven, and More!

The Ultimate RPG Podcast Oct 03, 2022

Join Karen, Glen and Matt as they discuss tabletop role playing games and resources available in the MCLD collection that will help game masters and players improve or enhance their experiences with role playing games.

Alyssa and Melissa's Favorite Things Part 2! Oct 10, 2022

It is the sequel you never asked for! Alyssa and Melissa talk about favorite foods, colors, seasons, actors, etc! We also discuss the Teen Wolf TV Series, Lightyear, Lost City of Z, Jane the Virgin, Carmen Sandiego, Something Great, Travel Books, Drop Dead Fred, Birdcage, Mrs Doubtfire, Father of the Bride, Mean Girls, Bring It On.

Check This Out: Stillwater Oct 17, 2022

Check This Out features reviews of new movie releases from Maricopa County Library District. In this episode we review the new Matt Damon vehicle Stillwater. Damon stars as an oil rig worker thrown into the French Riviera underworld when his study-abroad daughter is accused of murder.

Talking True Crime (Part 4?) Oct 24, 2022

Shelf Logic has seen many an episode about true crime! Alyssa and Caroline embrace a different brand of scary for October as they discuss their favorite true crime books! Books mentioned include "My Friend Dahmer" and "Kent State" by Derf Backderf, "Conviction: The Untold Story of Putting Jodi Arias Behind Bars" by Juan Martinez, "Killer Book of Serial Killers" by Tom Philbin, "Columbine" by Dave Cullen, and many more!

Happy Halloween from MCLD! Oct 31, 2022

Join Caroline and Dannelle for a podcast episode perfect for Halloween! We'll be discussing some of our favorite horror titles, including "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow", "NOS4A2" by Joe Hill, "Rosemary's Baby" by Ira Levin, "Odd Thomas" by Dean Koontz, "Just Like Home" by Sarah Gailey and "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman.

Stranded! Nov 14, 2022

If you were stranded on an island what are the three essentials that you would take with you? Join Brittany, Caroline, and Dannelle as they discuss their top three must-haves for survival!

Judging a Book By Its Cover! Nov 21, 2022

They say don't judge a book by its cover... but the cover is so cute! Join Alyssa and Paige as they go through all the beautiful covers that either represent the story wonderfully or wrongfully misleads them. Titles include Luxe series by Anna Godbersen, The Selection Series by Kiera Cass, Lore by Alexandra Bracken, Cinder series by Marissa Meyer, Eleanor and Park by Rainbow Rowell, The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern, Inkheart series by Cornelia Funke, Six of Crows series by Leigh Bardugo, The Downstairs Girl by Stacey Lu, Smoke Bitten by Patricia Briggs, Jessica's Guide to Dating on the Dark Side by Beth Fantaskey, Lore Olympus by Rachel Smythe, Epoca series by Kobe Bryant and Ivy Claire, The Thousandth Floor by Katherine McGee, Neil Gaiman's Snow, Glass, Apples, Five Feet Apart by Rachel Lippincott, With the Fire on High by Elizabeth Acevedo, The Girl Who Drank the Moon by Kelly Barnhill.

Check This Out: BELFAST Nov 07, 2022

In this autobiographical story of 'the troubles' in Northern Ireland written and directed by Kenneth Branagh, young Buddy (Jude Hill) and his father (Jamie Dornan) must decide if they will escape Belfast's chaos and sectarianism for a better life abroad. A Van Morrison soundtrack compliments the film.

Mysteries We are Reading Now Nov 28, 2022

Want to know what library staff members are reading and recommending right now? Watch this book chat as we talk about our favorite mysteries that we've read recently, including Catherine Steadman and Ruth Ware.

Help yourself to books that help! Dec 05, 2022

Join Dannelle and Caroline for a podcast episode all about self help books that work. We'll be discussing some great books with practical applications, including "Broke Millennial" by Erin Lowry, "Girl, Stop Apologizing" by Rachel Hollis, "In a Pit With a Lion on a Snowy Day" by Mark Batterson, and "Atomic Habits" by James Clear.

Check This Out: Drive My Car Dec 12, 2022

In this Criterion Collection selection and Oscar winner for Best International Picture we follow actor-director Yusuke Kafuku as he transitions from his wife's death to a new beginning directing the classic stage play Uncle Vanya in the city of Hiroshima. The screenplay, casting, and performances are on point. Themes of the story include: rebirth, emptiness, storytelling, memory, murder and madness. Check this out!

Sally and Alyssa Take Bollywood! Dec 19, 2022

Join Sally and Alyssa as they discuss the magic that is Bollywood! Known for their musicals, dancing, and culture, Alyssa and Sally dive into the beauty and significance of Bollywood films along with notable icons like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ram Charan, and Priyanka Chopra-Jonas. Titles include RRR, Bride and Prejudice, Devdas, Goliyon Ki Raaleela RamLeela, Bajirao Mastani, and more! These titles are available to rent at the library or download through the library via Kanopy!

Cross it off - The TBR Series (Part 1) Dec 26, 2022

Join Dannelle, Cierra, and Caroline for part one of a podcast episode all about finally reading those to be read books. We'll be discussing some great books that we picked out for each other from our ever growing to be read pile. Titles include "Before the Coffee Gets Cold" by Toshikazu Kawaguchi, "The Princess Diaries" by Meg Cabot, "Queenie" by Candice Carty-Williams, and more.

Breakdown of Marvel Universe Phase Four Jan 09, 2023

Join Jennifer and Alyssa as they dive into the Marvel Cinematic Universe movies during Phase Four. Titles include Thor: Love and Thunder, Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Eternals, Spider-man: No Way Home, Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness, Black Panther, and more!

Join us for the 2023 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge! Jan 23, 2023

Caroline and Dannelle are diving into the 2023 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge and they're inviting you to join them! This episode will cover this year's prompts, as well as the prompts Caroline and Dannelle are most excited for! The reading challenge list can be found here: https://www.popsugar.com/entertainment/reading-challenge-2023-49013480

Check This Out: Elvis New Release Motion Picture Jan 30, 2023

The story about the struggle to control Elvis’ image, told from the point of view of his manager Col. Tom Parker. Growing up in a black neighborhood made Elvis Presley different. Writer/Director Baz Luhrman makes every frame count. A big budget Hollywood musical and interesting history of the 20th Century entertainment industry. Spirited musical performances.

Marvel Phase 4 Part 2! Feb 06, 2023

Join us this week as Alyssa and Jennifer continue their conversation about Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Titles include Thor: Love and Thunder, Black Widow, Shang-Chi, Eternals, Spider-man: No Way Home, Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness, Black Panther, and more!

Cross it off - The TBR Series (Part 2) Feb 13, 2023

Join Dannelle, Cierra, and Caroline for part two of the podcast series all about finally reading those to be read books. We'll be discussing some great books that we picked out for each other from our ever growing to be read pile. Titles include "The Midnight Library" by Matt Haig, "Public Relations" by Katie Heaney, "The Nowhere Girls" by Amy Reed, and more!

New Music on the Horizon! Feb 27, 2023

Start this new year with new music releases! Join Jennifer, Alyssa, and Sally as they discuss upcoming music releases and well as some of our favorites located in the Library and through some of our library exclusive apps!

Check This Out: New Release Movie THE FABELMANS Mar 06, 2023

Written and directed by Steven Spielberg; The Fabelmans is based on Spielberg's childhood. Mother Mitzi Fableman's affair -and the adults’ attempts to hide it- are what drives the story forward. Spielberg’s assured hand is evident throughout the film, taking us on a ride where we experience many highs and lows.

Historical Figures in Media! Mar 20, 2023

Join us as Paige, Sally, and Jennifer take a look at which lesser known historical figures deserve their own movie, television show, or media series! Learn some new facts about historical figures and dive into why they deserve to have some more spotlight!

Mystery Favorites Mar 27, 2023

Need and idea for your next mystery read? Kim and Lynn discuss their favorite historical, cozy and thriller mysteries. We discuss The Windsor Knot, 56 Days, The Thursday Murder Club, Murder Cuts the Mustard, Death Below Stairs, and the Widows of Malabar Hill.

Food Fight 3! The Final Dish-tination Apr 10, 2023

Join Karen, Jeff and Glen in this culinary showdown where they'll be pitting the cookbooks from the iconic SciFi worlds of Star Trek, Fallout and Destiny against each other in a battle for gastronomic supremacy! Buckle up, because things are about to get Warp-ed as we boldly go where no taste buds have gone before!

Teen Feminist Reads Apr 03, 2023

With all the books that are published weekly, we'll be looking at a selection of Teen Books recommended by our local Teen Librarian. Teen Feminist Reads

Check This Out: Dolly Parton's Run Rose Run Apr 17, 2023

Dolly Parton and James Patterson co-authored and published the novel Run Rose Run last year. This is Dolly's companion country music CD to that novel.

Cross it off - The TBR Series (Part 3) Apr 24, 2023

Caroline, Cierra, and Dannelle are at it again in another installment of the TBR series! Join us as we cross more books off of our Goodreads "To Be Read" lists. Books read and discussed in this episode include Cackle by Rachel Harrison, The Maidens by Alex Michaelides, Flight 93: The Story, the Aftermath, and the Legacy of American Courage on 9/11 by Tom McMillan, The House of Kennedy by James Patterson, All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr, and Voices from the Pandemic: Americans Tell Their Stories of Crisis, Courage and Resilience by Eli Saslow.

Youth Books on Refugees May 09, 2023

One of the best things about books is that they can show us other worlds. This program will focus on books for younger readers on refugees and immigrants.

Horror Book Talk May 15, 2023

Listen to our Librarian Brittany discuss horror reads that will engross all readers!

I Didn't See That Coming Jul 10, 2023

Join Emily and Kim for a discussion of books with surprise endings as well as good reads with disappointing endings. There are no spoilers in this episode.

The PODcast: Summer Reads for Kids Jun 12, 2023

Join Cierra, Dannelle, Lexis, and Caroline for some children's book recommendations for the summer! Books read and discussed include I Survived The Great Molasses Flood, 1919 by Lauren Tarshis, The Bad Guys: Episode 1 by Aaron Blabey, Geronimo Stilton: The Stinky Cheese Vacation by Geronimo Stilton, and Lola Levine is Not Mean! by Monica Brown.

POPSUGAR Reading Challenge Mid-Year Check In Jun 19, 2023

Caroline and Dannelle have been chipping away at the POPSUGAR Reading Challenge for half a year! How far have they gotten and what have they been reading? Join us to find out!

Anime and Manga! What's New For You? Jun 26, 2023

Join Sally, Tasha, and Jennifer as they explore their new favorite anime and manga! Find out what trending series are airing today and discover how you can learn more about anime and manga at your local library!

Classics with a Twist Jul 17, 2023

Classic literature gets a contemporary twist in these Teen books! Learn about modern takes on traditional tales, and hear the first page of each book read to you by a librarian.

Body Positive Reads Jul 24, 2023

Bodies can be any and all shapes and sizes. Let's celebrate those bodies with books on the topic!

Cross it off - The TBR Series (Part 4) Jul 31, 2023

Caroline, Cierra, and Dannelle are at it again in another installment of the TBR series! Join us as we cross more books off of our Goodreads "To Be Read" lists. Books read and discussed in this episode include The Lovely War by Julie Berry, The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna, Deep Waters by Patricia Highsmith, and Dear Teen Me: Authors Write Letters to Their Teen Selves by E. Kristin Anderson.

The Book Spoiler - Frankenstein Aug 07, 2023

Remember those books you were supposed to read for school? Now you don't have to feel left out when people are talking about those classic novels because we are here to spoil them all. This week we spoil Frankenstein by Mary Shelley and afterwards we recommend current books with similar themes you just might want to read!

Manga at the Library! Aug 14, 2023

Are you enjoying the Summer 23 anime season? Join Tasha as she goes over which titles from this season you can read at your local library!

The PODcast: Reviewing Reads for Kids Aug 21, 2023

Join Cierra, Dannelle, Lexis, Caroline, and Davina for some children's book recommendations for the summer! Books read and discussed include Starfish by Lisa Fipps, King and the Dragonflies by Kacen Callender, From the Notebooks of a Middle School Princess by Meg Cabot, The Dragonet Prophecy (Wings of Fire Graphic Novel #1) by Barry Deutsch, and The Bad Beginning (A Series of Unfortunate Events #1) by Lemony Snicket.

Books That Made Us Fall in Love with Reading Aug 28, 2023

Join Caroline and Lex as they discuss books that sparked their love of reading, in honor of Library Card Sign Up Month!

Spooky Books Sep 11, 2023

Spooky Books - Includes horror and more.

Historical Fiction Sep 18, 2023

Join Kim and Lynn as they discuss historical fiction from Biblical times through the World War II.

Form your Club! Tips and Tricks for Starting a Book Club! Sep 25, 2023

Interested in starting a book club and wondering how to start? Join Sally and Jennifer for a conversation about book clubs, as they share what has worked in their respective clubs, how to pick and source material, and learn what resources the library has to help you get started!

Cross it off - The TBR Series (Part 5) Oct 02, 2023

Caroline, Cierra, and Dannelle are back for another installment of the TBR series! Join us as we cross more books off of our Goodreads "To Be Read" lists. Books read and discussed in this episode include Book Lovers by Emily Henry, Fever Year: The Killer Flu of 1918 by Don Brown, The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket, Girl Unbroken by Regina Calcaterra and Rosie Maloney, They Both Die at the End by Adam Silvera, and Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli.

Stones Zone Oct 09, 2023

GRRR Live! is a Rolling Stones record released this year. It was recorded on 15 December 2012 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey as part of the band's 50 & Counting tour, in support of the GRRR! compilation released that year.

For the Love of Padme Amidala Oct 16, 2023

Join Samantha & Jackie as they discuss the Padme book trilogy and all things Star Wars!

Are you afraid of the dark? Oct 23, 2023

Join Kristen and Emily as they discuss all things horror!

Horror Movies and Books! Oct 30, 2023

Join Paige and Tasha as they discuss horror movies and books for the October season! See if you can find any new movies or reads to welcome the Halloween Season!

Middle Grade to Early High School Reads Nov 06, 2023

Join Caroline, Lexis, and Cierra as they review three books for middle grade to early high school readers! Titles discussed include Big Apple Diaries by Alyssa Bermudez, Tales of a Seventh-Grade Lizard Boy by Jonathan Hill, and The Selection by Kiera Cass.

Tasty Traditions! Holiday Eats for the Winter Season! Nov 13, 2023

Join Sally and Jennifer as they discuss food often ate in their homes in during the holiday season! Check out their recommendations for cook books and recipes to try new things in your home!

Music Through the Microphone Nov 20, 2023

Do you have a strong interest in listening to music and attending live concerts? If so, then you must listen to Roxie and Karen talk about stories from their favorite shows!

Stones Zone Nov 27, 2023

In this episode Rob reviews Stones first album-dominated release of original, studio songs since 2005's A Bigger Bang...

Travel to Forks: A Twilight Recap (Part 1) Dec 04, 2023

Are you a former Twilight diehard like Caroline or dipping your toes into the series for the first time like Lexis? Join us for a recap and our reactions to Twilight by Stephenie Meyer! This is a two part episode, so be sure to tune in for part two to hear all of our thoughts!

Travel to Forks: A Twilight Recap (Part 2) Dec 04, 2023

Are you a former Twilight diehard like Caroline or dipping your toes into the series for the first time like Lexis? Join us for a recap and our reactions to Twilight by Stephenie Meyer! This is part two of a two part episode, be sure to listen to part one before jumping into the middle to end of the book recap!

For Your Listening Pleasure Dec 11, 2023

Join Paige as she discusses and recommends some of her favorite audiobooks!

POPSUGAR Reading Challenge 2023 Wrap Up Dec 18, 2023

Join Caroline and Dannelle for their last installation of the 2023 POPSUGAR Reading Challenge podcast series! They'll cover the books and prompts left from their lists and talk about what they loved about partaking in the challenge! Check out the Mid-Year Check In from June and the initial POPSUGAR Reading Challenge episode from January if you need a recap!

Cross it off - The TBR Series (Part 6) Jan 08, 2024

Caroline, Cierra, and Dannelle are back for another installment of the TBR series! Join us as we cross more books off of our Goodreads "To Be Read" lists. Books read and discussed in this episode include Mirror, Mirror by Jen Calonita, A Thousand Lives: The Untold Story of Hope, Deception, and Survival at Jonestown by Julia Scheeres, The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris, This is My America by Kim Johnson, The 19th Wife by David Ebershoff, Cinder by Marissa Meyer, Do Hard Things: A Teenage Rebellion Against Low Expectations by Alex and Brett Harris, and The Boy Who Followed His Father Into Auschwitz by Jeremy Dronfield.

POPSUGAR Reading Challenge 2024 Jan 29, 2024

A new year means a new POPSUGAR Reading Challenge! Join Caroline and Dannelle as they discuss the new list of reading challenge prompts and their thoughts on how they'll tackle the challenge this year!

Romantasy with Kristen and Lynn Feb 12, 2024

What is Romantasy? Tune in with Kristen and Lynn as they talk their favorite Romantasy titles.

Cross it off - The TBR Series (Part 7) Feb 26, 2024

Caroline and Dannelle are joined by Lesix for another installment of the TBR series! Join us as we cross more books off of our Goodreads "To Be Read" lists. Books read and discussed in this episode include The Maid by Nita Prose, Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier, Just Kids by Patti Smith, Homebodies by Tembe Denton-Hurst, Black Girl Unlimited by Echo Brown, and World of Wonders by Aimee Nezhukumatathil.

Read Around the World - Travel Recommendations Mar 11, 2024

Sunny and Emily recommend a few of their favorite travel guides.

Female Author Recommendations! Mar 18, 2024

Join Jennifer as she presents 5 of the most recommended and popular Female Author's as given by Library Staff!

Book Club Recap - Home Work Mar 25, 2024

On this episode of Book Club Recap we will be talking about Home Work written by Julie Andrews

Newbery Podcast Apr 08, 2024

Learn about some awesome Newberry award winners!

Yes, Like Monopoly! Apr 15, 2024

Have you noticed the increase in board game choices at your local stores, but don't know where to begin? Join Tasha as she talks about classic games like monopoly to teach you more about the board gaming world and the variety of games.

Check This Out: Weird Apr 22, 2024

Daniel Radcliffe stars as Weird Al Yankovic in this biopic available as a New Release DVD from your local MCLD Library!

How to Have a Great Storytime at Home and Why... Apr 29, 2024

Renada and Marisela talk about early literacy and why it is essential.

The Adventure Begins May 06, 2024

Join Sunny and Kim as they discuss two true and fascinating adventure books: A Man of the World by Gilbert M Grosvenor and The Wager by David Grann. Both books involve travel and adventure as they take a look into history.

Cross It Off! The TBR Series May 13, 2024

Join Caroline, Dannelle, and Lexis as they continue to chip away at their To-Be Read lists! Books reviewed on this episode include "Dangerous Prayers" by Craig Groeschel, "Piranesi" by Susanna Clark, "Dreams in the Golden Country" by Kathryn Lasky, "How to Hug a Porcupine" by Julie Ross, "Shuggie Bain" by Douglas Stuart, and "Run Away" by Harlan Coben.

It Is Your Birthday! The Birthday Book Podcast! May 20, 2024

Happy Birthday Someone! Join Jennifer and Sally as they discuss birthday books and recount a special birthday event that took place at the library!

POPSUGAR Reading Challenge 2024 Mid-Year Check Jun 10, 2024

Join Caroline and Dannelle as they check in on the POPSUGAR Reading Challenge! We're halfway through the year...are they halfway through the challenge? Find out!

Summer Scares - YA/Adult Fiction Jun 17, 2024

Join us around the campfire while we discuss titles that give us that classic 80's/90's slasher horror vibe.

Stones Zone Jul 08, 2024

The Rolling Stones latest album is a live show from The Wiltern Theatre in Los Angeles, 2002. Listen to hear how The Stones reach deep down into their catalog to give the audience fresh offerings and an array of popular musical styles, from rock to disco to country to blues to soul, etc.

Rainbow Reads Jul 15, 2024

Emily and Kristen discuss books for Rainbow Book Month -- and all year round!

Cross It Off! The TBR Series Jul 29, 2024

Join Lexis, Dannelle, and Caroline as they continue to chip away at their To Be Read lists! On this episode, we'll be reviewing "Kindred" by Octavia Butler, "How the Word is Passed" by Clint Smith, "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" by Heather Morris, "What the River Knows" by Isabel Ibanez, "Sharks in the Time of Saviors" by Kawai Strong Washburn, and "Red Comet: The Short Life and Blazing Art of Sylvia Plath" by Heather Clark.

Check This Out Aug 12, 2024

The Check This Out series select MCLD New-Release DVDs and Blu-Rays for review. This month: The Bob Marley biopic One Love.

Pumpkin Spiced Picture Books! Aug 26, 2024

Join Jennifer as she shares 10 pumpkin themed picture books as we move into Pumpkin Spiced Season!

Bridgerton: Book vs. TV series Sep 09, 2024

Librarians Kristine and Karen discuss the similarities and differences between Bridgerton Season 1 and Book 1: The Duke and I.

Multi-generational Book Connections Sep 16, 2024

Join Kim and Lynn from North Valley Library as they discuss the beauty of creating inter-generational connections through books.

Cross it off - The TBR Series Sep 30, 2024

Caroline, Lexis, and Dannelle are back for another installment of the TBR series! Join us as we cross more books off of our Goodreads "To Be Read" lists. Books read and discussed in this episode include The Fifth Season by N.K. Jemisin, It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey, A Room of One's Own by Virginia Wolf, We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson, We Love You, Charlie Freeman by Kaitlyn Greenidge, and Faith: Taking Flight by Julie Murphy.

Spooky Reads Oct 14, 2024

Kristen and Emily are back to discuss all things horror to get this spooky season started.

Back to Forks: A New Moon Recap Oct 21, 2024

Caroline and Lexis are back with another recap of the Twilight Saga! Join them as they return to Forks with the second novel of the series, New Moon.

International Horror Films! Oct 28, 2024

Join Sally as she discusses international horror movies for you to enjoy this Halloween Season!

Check This Out: One Life Oct 28, 2024

Anthony Hopkins plays real-life Nicholas Winton who tries to save children from the Nazis as they close in on Prague around the outbreak of World War II.

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