Notes From the Library

In this episode Emma is talking about the funny but heartwarming Danmei about a man and his pet fish. Tune it to talk about this fantasy novel in which a man gets transported into a book as the main character's pet fish and their relationship evolves from there. It is equal parts funny and heartwarming, a novel you won't want to miss out on.

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In this episode Emma is talking about one of her new favorite books Children of Mandrake by indie author Jesse Stein! This book is whimsical and magical while also covering real world issues and the trials of growing up. If you are fans of Gravity Falls and other pieces of media like that, she highly recommends this book. Tune in to hear the entire review and learn who Emma's favorite characters is (spoilers it is Regina) and why she wants the little lizard to be her own.

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In this episode Emma is sitting down to talk about The Heavenly Sword by indie author Alice Poon. Heavenly Sword follows a courage young woman as she battles to protect her people and family from both real world political opponents and mythical beings. It is not a book you want to miss.

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In this episode Emma is talking about the first book she's read from the 2024 Booker Prize Longlist. Headshot is a book about eight female boxers competing for a championship all with their own stories and motivates behind why they box. Join Emma in a conversation about the book and how it can (and probably will) impact female athletes as much as it impacted her.

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Is it Gothikana or Riverdale? In this episode Emma is talking about the viral dark romance book Gothikana and how it reads so much like a bad river dale episode. Everyone loves a good rant review and to start off season 5 here is one you won't want to miss.

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Today the Booker Prize announced the books that have been selected to be on their longest for 2024! Tune in to talk with Emma about the Booker Dozen to see which books made it and to get excitement for the shortlist that is coming soon!

To wrap up season 4 Emma is talking about the novel series she is working on as well as some of her favorite BookTube accounts. Tune in to talk about writing and more book content as Emma prepares for season 5 which is right around the corner!

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Check in every Wednesday and Friday at 11am EST for new Notes From the Library episodes.

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In this episode Emma is reviewing the novel Reed of the Willow by indie author Anne Katih. Anne is a talented author and please make sure to check out her socials and novel!

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In this episode Emma is talking about the first book of the YA fantasy series Strike the Zither by Joan He. Tune in to talk about some of Emma's favorite tropes that are in this book and so much more!

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Sorry about the audio, I was trying something new with where I was recording and I didn't realize how bad it was until I was editing. Sorry about that and I will not be recording in that sport again.

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The monthly wrap-ups are back! Tune in to find out about what Emma read this past month and which of the books are getting future episodes! 

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