Bubbly Bibbly

In this episode, Carmen and Rachel, talk about books that have caused us to do some additional research. Let us know which titles have made you do more research, and any rabbit trails you have chased. Also, check us out on all of our social media pages, and please continue to Like, Share, and Comment on each and every post that speaks to you.

This will be interesting episode because it’s something that we have seen change in schools, celebrations, and holiday promotions in the last few years. In this episode, Carmen and Rachel are getting WOKE on Thanksgiving.  

Let us know what you think of intentionally reading titles by and about Native Americans this Thanksgiving season. Be sure to share some titles with us. There is a real spotlight right now on intentionally reading in order to see, feel, and understand different cultures, experiences, ethnicities, beliefs, and ways of life. Rachel and Carmen are all for that, and we want to know what you are reading. 

An interesting episode as Rachel and Carmen talk about the differences in the horror, mystery, and thriller genres.

Let us know what you think of the nuances between Horror, Thriller, and Mystery, what your favorite is of the three, and drop some title suggestions.

And remember, author Carlos Fuentes pushed back on the genre categorization a bit when he said, “Don’t classify me, read me. I’m a writer, not a genre.”

Carmen and Rachel are talking about getting your October Thrills and Chills on. Carmen and I are definitely in two different spook-camps. Which one are you in? Let us know if you are Team Spooksville, or more Team Pumpkin Spice Latte.  

And remember, Stephen King wrote in his horror book, “It”, “Eddie discovered one of his childhood’s great truths. Grownups are the real monsters.”

In this episode, Carmen and Rachel talk about what authors think about the books that are challenged. We want to know how you feel about challenging books. And any opinion is safe here. When you listen to us, you can expect to hear our opinions, but your opinions matter, too. It is this ability to discuss issues openly and honestly that brings understanding, empathy, and the ability to compromise. Compromise doesn’t mean that both sides lose, it means that both sides win. We really appreciate all of you, your thoughts, and beliefs, and we hope that you extend this same respect to others. Even those with whom you do not agree.

Let us know how you feel about challenged and banned books, and your thoughts on how the author has reacted.

Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey

ALA

Winter Garden by Kristin Hannah

The Operator by Gretchen Berg

Judy Blume

Sherman Alexie

Walter Mosley

 Joseph Olshan

Toni Morrison

 Kurt Vonnegut

Harper Lee

J. K. Rowling

Margaret Atwood

Stephenie Meyer

Anne Frank’s Diary

The Things They Carried

In this episode, Carmen and Rachel are talking about banned books. But, more specifically, those books that are most challenged in the high school years, and why.  Let us know how you feel about books on booklists being challenged. And it’s okay if you don’t agree with us. This discussion needs to be held in way that is respectful and adult.

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If you are against banning books, please take to social media, write letters, and, just in general, be that greasy wheel. We cannot let those who have yet to form an opinion think that the challengers are the only vocal ones.And remember, Stephen Chbosky, author of “The Perks of Being a Wallflower”, said, “Banning books gives us silence when we need speech. It closes our ears when we need to listen. It makes us blind when we need sight.”

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In this episode, Carmen and Rachel are going to tell you why it’s time to take up arms. It’s all about BANNED BOOKS. This is an important topic, and we want to hear from you. How do you feel about challenging or banning books? And make no mistake, your voice and opinion matters. We will show you respect regardless of your stance. We do truly want to know what our listeners think. Let us know what you think. Whatever it is. And remember, author of several banned books, Laurie Halse Anderson said in her book “Speak”: “Censorship is the child of fear and the father of ignorance.”

The Younger Wife by Sally Hepworth

The Four Winds by Kristine Hannah

Banned Book Week

American Library Association

Reader’s Digest of 30 Banned Books

ALA Banned and Challenged Books

Barnes & Nobles Banned Book List

In this episode, Rachel and Carmen are reflecting on the time-honored reading list. Reading list have been around for a long time. Are they a pro or con when it comes to your reading? There are many types of reading lists out there today. Do you participate in any reading lists or challenges?  Let us know what you think of reading lists, regardless of the age.

Pop Sugar Challenge 2022

The Book Eaters by Sunyi Dean

The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner

Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky

The Tell-Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe

Peanut Butter Taco (Pop Sugar Shop) on Etsy

There is this whole idea of a “palate cleanser” so you can cleanse your taste buds from what you have just finished, to have it fresh and ready to enjoy the next course.  And, as readers, we sometimes need that, too. In this episode, Rachel and Carmen are talking about “palate cleansing” books. Comment and let us know if you need a palate cleanser sometimes when reading, and what you turn to.