FVRL ReadRadio Podcast

Ahoy! Sally introduces listeners to great reads to check out and a fun language resource to explore as we set sail to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day.

Noor tells us about the beautiful, raw, and personal collection of poetry I Would Leave Me If I Could by Halsey.

Tune in as Dawn shares her favourite series full of puzzles, codes, ghosts, curses, and magic: the Winterhouse trilogy by Ben Guterson.

Jessica shares a selection of historical, contemporary, and mythological young adult fantasy page turners: These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong, Lore by Alexandra Bracken, and A Song Below Water by Bethany C. Morrow.

Mieke tells us about a fascinating book series that highlights the lives of famous people! Borrow titles from the Who Was series from the library today, and explore the interesting stories of people such as Joan of Arc, Judy Blume, Harry Houdini, Queen Elizabeth, Nikola Tesla, and more!

Naomi shares three of her favourite mysteries for kids: How to Catch A Clover Thief by Elise Parsley; King and Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats by Dori Hillestad Butler; and Jack and the Geniuses by Bill Nye.

Katie introduces listeners to Mona Awad's contemporary adult horror novel Bunny.

In this episode, Brenna shares some fun, humour-filled foodie titles for you to enjoy. Looking for some laughs this summer? Check out the Pizza and Taco graphic novel series by Stephen Shaskan, and Arnie the Doughnut's adventures written by Laurie Keller.

Meet Summer Reading Club performer Professor Wow! in this exclusive ReadRadio interview, he tells us about his background as a circus performer and his interest in science. He also weighs in on the question of the most mysterious vegetable. Catch Professor Wow!'s virtual performances August 16 to 30 at facebook.com/ReadLearnPlay.

In this episode Joann tells us about two imaginative and fast-paced robot-themed titles: Sea of Rust and Robots of Gotham.

Looking for a new mystery and detective fiction series? Noor tells us all about the spunky and strong twelve year old Myrtle who dreams of being a detective one day. Crack the case with Myrtle this summer, with Books 1 and 2 of the series: Premeditated Myrtle and How to Get Away With Myrtle, and get ready for Book 3 - Cold-Blooded Myrtle releasing this Fall 2021!

Sally and Jessica celebrate Free Comic Book Day by recommending some of their favourite comics and graphic novels: Something Is Killing the Children, Heartstopper, and This Place: 150 Years Retold.

To celebrate Free Comic Book Day, Chris and Dana introduce listeners to a variety of graphic novels for kids recommended by FVRL staff!

In this exclusive Kid's ReadRadio interview, we talk to Summer Reading Club performer Kung Jaadee. She tells us how she became a storyteller and explains the importance of stories to her First Nations identity and culture. Don’t miss Kung Jaadee's virtual performance, August 2 to 15 at facebook.com/ReadLearnPlay.

Pour yourself a cup of tea and listen to Linda discuss The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See, as well as streaming videos on Kanopy that bring the book alive.

Are you interested in learning some fun facts about disgusting critters?! Rosemary tells us about three titles in Élise Gravel's series: the slug, the Cockroach, and head lice.

Brenna introduces us to a few funny picture books that are especially wonderful to share with children ages 3 to 5: The Steves by Morag Hood, The Doghouse by Jan Thomas, and the the animated version of Mo Willems’ Don’t let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! available on Kanopy Kids.

Brenna introduces us to picture books with fabulous illustrations: Neon Leon by Jane Clarke, Leaf by Sandra Dieckmann, and My Heart by Corinna Luyken.

Do you love fairy tales, school stories, or fantasy fiction? Jessica introduces us to the first title in a fantasy series called The School for Good and Evil by Soman Chainani.

If you’re looking for some light and laughter, David Sedaris is the man for you! In this segment, Dylan shares a selection of Sedaris titles with readers: Me Talk Pretty One Day, When You Are Engulfed in Flames, and Calypso.

Teresa introduces listeners to the series Little People Big Dreams, a book series that features biographies about people from around the world!

Meet Summer Reading Club performer Kellie Haines, along with her puppet friends Kamilla the frog and Magrau the birdie! In this exclusive Kids’ ReadRadio interview, Kellie tells us all about being a ventriloquist and puppeteer. She also weighs in on the debate over the most mysterious vegetable. Don’t miss Kellie Haines’ online show, July 19 to August 1 at facebook.com/ReadLearnPlay.

In this episode Katie discusses I Wish You All the Best by Mason Deaver, a young adult novel that deals with familiar YA topics such as friendship, family, and first love, while all the while asking difficult questions about gender and identity.

Shirley introduces listeners to Linda Sue Park's compelling read, Prairie Lotus. In Dakota Territory in the 1880s, half-Chinese Hanna and her white father face racism and resistance to change as they try to make a home for themselves.

Electricity, genetics, the periodic table of elements, even kitchenware can be super interesting - each has its own history, including the people who invented, discovered, and encountered them over time. Tune in as Jacque introduces listeners to books that will tell you the science behind the scenes!