The Books We Loved

Today the ladies talk about beloved author, and honorary Midwesterner, John Green! They'll discuss his books, especially Looking for Alaska (no spoilers!)--as it turns 20 y.o.--and his cultural impact. 

We ask author Katie Spina five questions about her writing life, the books that shaped her, and the library memories she holds dear. 
Ms. Katie is an award-winning kidlit author who writes stories for kids where finding your fit means trusting in who you are. She's an avid reader that loves to talk about all sorts of books to kids of different interests. Learn more at her website, katiespina.com. 
 

Be prepared to jot down all of the summer themed recommendations the girls are throwing your way today! Olivia and Manda will also reveal a timely secret you won't want to miss! 

Today Olivia and Manda do an author/illustrator spotlight on the much loved, Eric Carle!

Today Olivia and Manda celebrate three years of the podcast w stats, quizzes, book recs, and lots of laughs. 

Mariel and Olivia welcome author Daniel Lavery to the studio to talk about Daphne Dumaurier's Rebecca. 
 
Read more about Daniel and his recent novel, Women's Hotel (available at TPL and wherever you acquire books) here. 

Today Olivia and Manda will be having a tuff discussion about Greasers, Socs, and S.E. Hinton's timeless classic, The Outsiders.

Olivia and Manda are joined by Karen (Adult) for a second look at Bridget Jones. If you haven't already listened to our episode: "Bridget Jones's Diary," from April 2024, you might want to go back and give that a listen first! Today the ladies cover the latest movie released in the Bridget Jones-verse (as well as the book version of), Bridget Jones Mad About the Boy.

Cassie (from Adult) joins Olivia and Manda to share some recent reads. Looking for a book rec? We got you covered!

Today Olivia and Manda cover a slew of topics, and as always, share what they've been reading. Buckle up, Buttercup!