A zany, informative podcast about books, libraries and librarians. Want to find new reading material, hear about library stuff, and have a chuckle at the same time? Join us as we talk genres and make dorky jokes.
Brought to you by the Okanagan Regional Library in British Columbia, Canada.
In this episode, get the history lesson you've always wanted on Canada's number one genre...Mystery! Peter and Davin sign off for the summer with the latest in library adventures, learning, and books. Disclaimer: This episode is over two months late and breaks the fourth dimension at times. But better late than never!
Content: brief mention of books about murder and domestic violence.
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27 Mar 2021
Episode 3: Romance is...Awesome!
In this episode, Peter and Davin discuss the fascinating history of romance, the unexpected facts that make it so awesome, and what this sales supergiant genre looks like today. Tune in for some great reading suggestions, library tips, and goofy laughs.
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27 Feb 2021
Episode 2: The Bleak Memoir
In this episode, Peter and Davin discuss memoir and the complex role of "Bleak Books" in the lives of readers. Tune in to get bleak memoir book suggestions and tips on the Okanagan Regional Library's services and collections. Yes!
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We will be discussing books that cover the following topics that may be triggering to some. Please review this list before listening and we recommend doing research on each book before reading. Trigger Warnings: war, physical injury, stillbirth, fat shaming, depression, childhood trauma.
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28 Jan 2021
Episode 1: Science Fiction and Time Travel
In this pilot episode, Peter and Davin discuss the fan-entrenched world of Science Fiction and the lure of Time Travel stories. Tune in to get Time Travel book suggestions and tips on the Okanagan Regional Library's services and collections. Fun times!
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Wild Hunter by NighWolfCFM (https://freesound.org/people/NightWolfCFM/sounds/437540/)
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