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Planet Book episodes
- The Wonderful World of Comics
Comic enthusiast, Taryn, joins Charity to share their favorite comic books and discuss why reading comics can be so important for kids. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.
13 min - Teen and Tween Audiobooks - The Stories We Loved in 2020
Charity welcomes back Emily to discuss three timely stories that feature characters who aren't afraid to stand out and use their voice to make a difference. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.
22 min - Quirky Characters: Finger Puppets and Crazy Eyes
On this episode of the Planet Book Podcast we dive into the world of Origami Yoda as well as exploring an Argentine folktale about werewolves in a new Own Voices series with guests Heather and Joe. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.
18 min - Epistolary novels (stories told through letters) and Postive Stories featuring LGBTQ+ Themes
Emily welcomes guests Iggi and Jeannine to talk about books with LGBTQ+ positive characters. Join in this discussion of friendship, found families and what exactly an epistolary book is! Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.
19 min - Illustrated Middle Grade and a YA Series 24 years in the Making
Guests Jen and Sarah join in this episode as we talk about the Newbery and Caldecott book awards as well as book-to-movie adaptations.
19 min - Family Read-Alouds and Family Feuds: A Study in Contrasts
This episode of the Planet Book Podcast features book recommendations that are totally opposite! Guests Charity and Adrienne recommend middle books that are great for sharing with the whole family as read-alouds, and teen titles that are all about families in conflict. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.
16 min - Other Cultures, Other Homes
In this episode of the Planet Book Podcast, Emily welcomes guests Julia and Sarah, who talk about stories featuring different cultures, found families, and finding your place in the world. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.
13 min - Masterminds and a Space Boy!
This episode of the Planet Book Podcast is all about mystery! Guests Gwyneth and Breea share a middle grade adventure trilogy with some shocking twists, and a futuristic graphic novel about outer space and a mysterious boy who might have been lost in space. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.
17 min - West African Gods and D&D Graphic Novels
On this episode, Emily talks about stories with lore and epic world building, with guest Phyllis and Paige. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.
17 min - Historical Fiction, First Loves and Political Canvassing
Historical fiction and politics meet in this episode of the Planet Book Podcast with guests Charity and Lindsey. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.
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About Planet Book
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Teen books, tween books, middle-grade books, young adult books -- otherwise known as YA -- we'll talk about it all. Join Charity and Jennifer, of the Springfield-Greene County Library District to…
discuss all books YA, dish on what it is like to work at a library, discuss the highs and lows of reading, and occasionally interview your favorite authors. If you love to talk about books, tune in for each episode! Got a book you want us to discuss or a topic you’d like to hear us chat about? Send us an email at [email protected]. We’d love to hear from you!