Library Nerds with Words

Amanda from the Teen Zone and Ben from Tech Services stop by the Nerd Central Park to talk about the worst movies ever made.   Ben and Amanda and Marty's book recommendations: Amanda-- How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix Ben-- Starter Villain by John Scalzi Marty-- There There by Tommy Orange

In this episode, YA author Nasheena Johnson discusses Project Publish, writing, and her new book, The Golden Journey . Nasheena's book recommendation: Keeper of the Lost Cities series by Shannon Messenger

Assistant Adult Services Department Head Lynette Suckow talks about her love of mysteries, true crime, and the perfect murder. Lynette's book recommendations: The Longmire Defense by Craig Johnson Storm Watch by C. J. Box

PWPL Director Andrea Ingmire stops by Nerd-a-palooza to talk about spooky season, Banned Books Week, Alex Gino, and possessed dolls. Andrea's book recommendation: How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix

In this episode, the Head of Peter White Public Library's Circulation Department, Melissa Alan stops in to talk about Murder She Wrote , the location of Jimmy Hoffa's body, and Library Card Sign-up Month. Melissa's book recommendations: The Guest   by Emma Cline Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson

In this episode, Communications Coordinator Andrea Marsh and Marty talk about movies and the process of making a PWPL Reel. Andrea's book recommendations: Hllda and the Troll by Luke Pearson

In this episode, Amanda from the Teen Zone talks about all the goings on in the Teen Zone--Middle Earth mapmaking, costume swaps, cooking classes, and the Carnival of Horrors.   Amanda's book recommendations: The Honeys by Ryan La Salla You're Not Supposed to Die Tonight by Kalynn Bayron

In this episode, Cat Shattuck from the Reference Desk visits Nerd Central to talk movie adaptations, Paprika versus Inceeption , and author Emily Tesh. Cat's Book Recommendation: Some Desperate Glory by Emily Tesh

In this episode, Communications Coordinator Andrea Marsh talks poets and poetry, writes poetry, and solves a mystery with Scooby-doo. Andrea's book recommendations: Running with Sherman: The Donkey with the Heart of a Hero by Christopher McDougall Scooby-doo! and You: The Case of the Haunted Hound by Vicki Erwin Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

In his final visit to the podcast, Dax from the Reference Desk talks about funereal rituals, German barbarians, and Umberto Eco. Dax's book recommendations: Everyday Life of the Barbarians: Goths, Franks, and Vandals by Malcolm Todd My Traitor's Heart by Rain Malan

In this episode, Stephanie, Head of Tech Services, dishes up a feast of Pringles and genres, from the scorchin' hot to the mysteriously bad. Stephanie's book recommendation: Cackle by Rachel Harrison

In this episode, Andrea Ingmire, Director of Peter White Public Library, dishes up summertime fun, Middle Earth Madness, and fantasy/sci-fi reads.   Andrea's book recommendations: Working for Bigfoot by Jim Butcher Storm Front: The Dresden Files, Book 1 by Jim Butcher Full Moon: The Dresden Files, Book 2 by Jim Butcher The Name of the Wind: Kingkiller Chronicle, Book 1 by Patrick Rothfuss

In this episode, Assistant Adult Services Lynette Suckow tames the subject of tarantulas, pet care, and all things great and small. Lynette's recommendations: James Herriot's Animal Stories by James Herriot All Creatures Great & Small (TV series--2010 & 2020, DVD) The Incredible Dr. Pol (DVD)

Amanda from the Teen Zone and Ben from Tech Services stop by the Nerd Multiplex to talk about classic movies Amanda hasn't seen before, Quentin Tarantino and the Muppets, and selling haunted houses.   Ben and Amanda and Marty's book recommendations: Amanda-- How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix Ben-- All the Pieces Matter: The Inside Story of "The Wire" by Jonathan Abrams...

In this episode, Communications Coordinator Andrea Marsh talks about her dream KISS cover band--KISS Kazoo--and Concerts on the Steps and Barbara Kingsolver. Andrea's book recommendation Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

In this episode, Amanda from the Teen Zone gets serious discussing hot dog eating contests, GameFest, and Nic Stone.   Amanda's book recommendation: Chaos Theory by Nic Stone

PWPL super patron Douglas Gill stops by the Nerd Multiplex to dish on movie reboots, move drive-ins, and books to get you thinking. Douglas' Book Recommendations: Master Slave Husband Wife: An Epic Journey from Slavery to Freedom by Ilyon Woo Be Free or Die: The Amazing Story of Robert Smalls' Escape from Slavery to Union Hero by Cate Lineberry White Lies: The Double Life of Walter F. Whit...

In this episode, Amy Salminen, Head of PWPL Adult Services, talks about scuba diving in Scotland, the Adult Summer Reading Challenge, and historical fiction. Amy's book recommendations: Lady Tan's Circle of Women by Lisa See The Paris Daughter by Kristin Harmel

In this episode, Anne Donohue, President of PWPL's Board of Trustees, dishes on Judy Blume, Two Book Two Communities, and summer vacations. Anne's book recommendations: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Racing Odysseus: A College President Becomes a Freshman Again by Roger H. Martin Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

In this episode, the Head of Peter White Public Library's Circulation Department, Melissa Alan, and PWPL Art Week Artist Amber Dohrenwend talk about Alexander Calder, Scissors and Staples, and Melissa's habit of always avoiding questions on the podcast.   Melissa's and Amber's book recommendations: The Culture Keeper   by Olayami Dabls (Amber) The Song of Achilles by Madeline Mille...

In this episode, Communications Coordinator Andrea Marsh talks Woodstock, summer concerts, and Ramble Tamble love. Andrea's book recommendation The Loon Feather by Iola Fuller

Dax Ritter from the Reference Desk drops by to talk about poetry and Judy Blume, Icelandic chants and cuisine, and poverty. Dax's book recommendation: Poverty, By American by Matthew Desmond

In this episode, Assistant Adult Services Lynette Suckow unearths information about plants, vegetables, and books about gardening. Lynette's book recommendations: Soil by Camille T. Dungy Tastes Like War by Grace M. Cho

In this episode, Andrea Ingmire, Director of Peter White Public Library, stops by for a conversation about Julia Child versus Bobby Flay; Community Conversations: Your Mind Matters; and Barbara Kingsolver love.   Andrea's book recommendation: Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

In this episode, Peter White Public Library Development Director Heather Steltenpohl serves up a major helping of gratitude for PWPL donors, volunteers, and supporters, with a side of Peter White Punch. Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld