Katie from Chilliwack Library shares one of her favourite young adult audiobooks: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Sáenz. Set in El Paso, Texas in 1987, the novel focuses on the relationship between two Latino boys. Broadway star Lin-Manuel Miranda brings the characters to life in the audiobook narration.

A microhistory investigates one small thing – an object, event or person – and explores its significance in a broader historical context. This week, staff at Maple Ridge Public Library share a few of their favourite microhistory books. These fascinating titles cover topics as diverse as cadavers, curry, redheads and home life.

Janet from Chilliwack Library shares two books, both written in verse, that will hold appeal for middle-grade students and adult readers alike: Diamond Willow by Helen Frost and Red Butterfly by A.L. Sonnichsen. Both feature strong young female characters who face almost unimaginable challenges as they grow into adulthood.

Join us for an exclusive interview with Summer Reading Club performer Norden the Magician! Find out how he got interested in magic and learn about his favourite trick to perform. Then head over to FVRL's SRC website to see Norden's virtual show! fvrl-2020-src.mailchimpsites.com/events

Cindy reviews the teen sci-fi novel Skyward by Brandon Sanderson (book one in the Skyward series). It's the story of Spensa, a girl from a world under constant attack by the alien Krell. When the attack escalates, Spensa's dream of becoming a pilot may come true, despite her deceased father being labelled a deserter.

Learn about the art of puppetry in this interview with Summer Reading Club performer and master puppeteer Elspeth Bowers. Then head over to FVRL's SRC website for stories and songs by Espeth and her friends! https://fvrl-2020-src.mailchimpsites.com/events

Jacque from Aldergrove Library likes to go for a walk outside when she is feeling stressed. She also loves books about walking. These titles often examine themes of pilgrimage, reflection and self-discovery. In this episode of ReadRadio, Jacque shares her favourite walking-themed books. These include novels, memoirs and even a local walking guide!

This week Julie has a great book recommendation for our Teen Summer Reading Club: Ramona Blue by Julie Murphy. Set in coastal Mississippi a few years after Hurricane Katrina, this novel tells the story of Ramona Blue and her family and friends as they navigate issues of poverty, race, sexual orientation and growing up. It's an uplifting tale about regular people overcoming difficult challenges.

Happy Canada Day! To celebrate our great country, Helene has chosen three kids' non-fiction books from TumbleBookLibrary. From the Arctic tundra to the Great Bear Rainforest, these books will take you on a cross-country adventure and show you some of the amazing places that make Canada special.

Are you feeling a little overwhelmed with too many thoughts and feelings filling your mind and your heart? Corinne from Murrayville Library encourages you to check out One Story, One Song, a collection of essays by the late Canadian Ojibway author Richard Wagamese.