Recently Returned

In the final episode of Recently Returned librarians Kirsty and Anita reveal their favourite reads from last year. We hear from other librarians and podcast listeners about their picks, and what Wyndham City Libraries members borrowed most in 2023! Listen now to find out if one of your favourites made the list. Transcript to come.

In this episode, librarians Kirsty and Johneen reveal their favourite reads from last year. We hear from other librarians and podcast listeners about their picks, and what Wyndham City Libraries members borrowed most in 2022! Listen now to find out if one of your favourites made the list. Full book list on the website, transcript to come.

In our final episode of the summer series we’re joined by Wren for a journey into the heart of New Zealand with her book recommendation. Listen to the end to find out how you can be part of our next big episode! Transcript to come

Arthur loves stories, culture and food. He shares favourite recipe books. Arthur’s recommendations will bring a Summer of memorable and delicious shared meals and memories.

Lisa an avid and passionate reader shares her most challenging read this year and takes us down memory lane with a favourite title. Join us for a wonderful Sumer Reading recommendation and a very bad reading habit.

In this episode of the summer series, we’re joined by Declan, who has a darker summer reading recommendation for anyone who needs a bit of a respite from the holiday cheer. Transcript to come.

Ever read a book on a long train journey that become a perennial favourite? Find out what book captured Emily’s heart as only books can. Books can be annoying sometimes and there is one that truly infuriated this keen reader. Join us for a wonderful Sumer Reading recommendation and another bad reading habit.

In this episode of the summer series we’re joined by children’s librarian Sandra who shares a cheeky secret reading habit with host Kirsty. Her recommendation for you is out of this world! Transcript to come.

Aidan takes us on a journey of discovery and wonder as he shares tales from favourite and challenging graphic novels. He recommends an engaging but unexpected crime story to engross us over summer.

Recently returned is back for another summer of reading recommendations. In this first episode of the summer series, podcast regular Anita spills the truth about her to-be-read pile and shares her refreshing summer reading recommendation. Listen to find out why a change is as good as a holiday. Transcription to come.

In this episode of Recently Returned, librarians Kirsty and Johneen reveal their favourite reads from last year. We hear from other librarians about their picks, and what Wyndham City Libraries members borrowed most in 2021! Listen now to find out if one of your favourites made the list. Intro - 00:00 In-depth recommendations   - We Were Not Men - 01:02  - Magic For Liars - 05:...

Our youth librarians have taken over the podcast! In this episode, hear some great Young Adult book recommendations ranging from contemporary fiction to conspiracy and dark fantasy. You can check out the library Instagram page @librariesinwyndham for #YABookOfTheWeek posts all year round. Transcript to come. Books discussed: Can’t Say it Went to Plan / Gabrielle Tozer Four Dead Queens / Astrid Sch...

In this episode librarians Kirsty, Margaret, and Troy recommend some graphic novels filled with adventure and emotion. Check the library website for the full book list and transcript. Main recommendations: Spinning / Tillie Walden On a Sunbeam / Tillie Walden Saga / Brian K. Vaughan, illustrated by Fiona Staples Fence / C.S. Pacat, illustrated by Johanna the Mad Invincible / Robert Kirtman, illust...

We’re back with more biographies and memoirs! In this episode, librarians Kirsty, Emily, and Paulina discuss books which range from epic historical biographies to small, intimate portraits of life. Books discussed: Matilda: Empress, Queen, Warrior/ Catherine Hanley Untwisted: the story of my life / Paul Jennings The Erratics/ Vicki Laveau-Harvey My Family and Other Animals/ Gerald Durrell Assassin...

We turn the tables on Kirsty in the final episode of the Summer Series! Join us as we chat about space travel and find out which remarkable Australian novel from 2020 Kirsty couldn’t put down. Remember to listen out for the codeword for your chance to win a copy of Kirsty’s pick. Competition closes March 5 2021, T&Cs apply. See our website for more info and an episode transcript.

Meet Fariha in the latest episode of out Summer Series. Get ready to add a new book to your ‘to read’ list as Fariha recommends a powerful book about race, identity, and love by an award winning Nigerian author. Remember to listen out for the codeword to enter the competition! Visit our website for more information and an episode transcript. Competition closes March 5 2021, T&Cs apply https://...

Elizabeth is our guest in the latest episode of our Summer Series. Hear about Elizabeth’s Summer reading recommendation of a French crime novel that bends the rules of the genre and shines a light on the criminal underworld. Remember to listen out for the codeword to enter the competition!* www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/recently-returned-podcast *Competition closes March 5 2021, T&Cs apply Transcript...

Meet Eva in the newest episode of our Summer Series! Discover which mischievous animal helped a family through challenging times, and hear about the changes Eva has seen during her time working at the library. Don’t forget to listen out for the codeword to enter the competition*! Transcript available soon *terms and conditions apply, more information on our website

Viv is in the hot seat for the latest episode in our Summer Series! Find out which super sleuth is on Viv’s list of favourite characters, and which book she can’t stop thinking about this summer. Remember to listen out for the codeword to enter the competition! https://www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/recently-returned-podcast Competition closes March 5 2021, T&Cs apply

Emily joins us for the latest episode in our Summer Series! Discover which fictional wizard Emily would choose to go on an adventure with and hear her summer reading recommendation for you. Don’t forget to listen out for the codeword to enter the competition*! *terms and conditions apply, more information on our website

Meet Paulina in the newest episode of the Summer Series! In this episode, Paulina recommends a very topical summer read for us, and we find out which character she likes reading about but would hate to meet in real life. Don’t forget to listen out for the codeword for your chance to win a copy of this episode's book! Transcript available soon

Meet Jenny in the newest episode of the Summer Series! We find out the most interesting thing Jenny has learnt from a book in 2020, and she recommends her pick for our summer reading list. Don’t forget to listen out for the codeword to enter the competition! * Transcript available soon *terms and conditions apply, more information on our website

Meet Gary in the second episode of our Summer Series! After some fascinating answers to our rapid fire questions, Gary recommends a great political satire to add to your summer reading list. Transcript to come.

Anita joins us for the first episode in the Summer Series; a set of mini-sodes where each guest answers a lightning round of book themed questions before recommending something great to read this summer.

In this episode Kirsty chats with guest librarian Tom about space travel, organs in bags, and all things science fiction. Titles discussed: Emergency Skin / N.K Jemisin The Calculating Stars / Mary Robinette Kowal To Be Taught if Fortunate / Becky Chambers The Book of M / Peng Shepherd The Pioneer series / Bridget Tyler Exhalation / Ted Chiang Transcript available soon on the library website.