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  • 10. Unveiling the Eerie Secrets of Silver Nitrate

    This tenth episode of SOS Library is a spooky one! We continue our trek into the dark and autumnal season with this month's pick: Silver Nitrate by Silvia Moreno Garcia. A nineties horror picture show adapted on the page for our reading pleasure, we talk about what scared, thrilled, and disappointed us. Finally, we discuss our book highs and lows since the last episode and dive into our pick for next time!

    Book Club book of the Month:

    • Silver Nitrate - Silvia Moreno Garcia
      • Discussion topics and more: https://silviamoreno-garcia.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Book-club-kit-Silver-Nitrate.pdf

        • Next Book Club Book of the Month:

        • Why Fish Don't Exist - Lulu Miller

          • Recommended books:

          • The Seven Husbands of Eveyln Hugo - Taylor Jenkins Reid
          • Know My Name - Chanel Miller
          • Finding Me - Viola Davis
          • The Dragon Republic - RF Kuang
          • Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead - Olga Tokarczuk

            • Do not read:

            • The Wise Man's Fear - Patrick Rothfuss
            • Kiss Her Once for Me - Alison Cochrun
            • The Unhoneymooners - Christina Lauren
            • Romantic Comedy - Curtis Sittenfeld
            • After I Do - Taylor Jenkins Reid
            • You Again - Kate Goldbeck

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              1 hr
            • 09. Bunny Trails and Pachinko Farewells

              For this ninth episode of SOS Library, Season 1 of Pachiko draws to a close with its eighth and final installment. We give our thoughts about the episode as well as the execution of the show as a whole. Then, to welcome back-to-school season, for our book of the month pick, we are discussing Bunny by Mona Awad. If dark academia and horror are your genres of choice then you are in good company with us! While still being in comfy and cozy company. And lastly, we talk about our favorite and not-so-favorite reads over the past month.

              Book Club Book of the Month:

              • Bunny - Mona Awad

                • Next Book Club Book of the Month:

                • Silver Nitrate - Silvia Moreno Garcia

                  • Recommends:

                  • Flux - Jinwoo Chong
                  • Daisy Jones & The Six - Taylor Jenkins Reid
                  • Remarkably Bright Creatures - Shelby Van Pelt
                  • Hello Beautiful - Ann Napolitano

                    • Do not read:

                    • The Black Lyon - Jude Deveraux
                    • Hello Stranger - Katherine Center

                      • Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay

                      1 hr 16 min
                    • 08. The Whole Book is a Filler Episode

                      Welcome to episode 8 of SOS Library, where we serve up a double dose of literary and TV excitement! In this thrilling episode, we dive into not one but two book club picks for the month.

                      First up, we unravel the mysteries of "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann. Get ready for a gripping discussion as we explore the dark and haunting secrets hidden within its pages and learn about the inception of the FBI.

                      But that's not all! In a surprising twist, we also venture into the world of Stephen King's "Fairy Tale," where the master of horror takes a somewhat fantastical turn. Join us as we (try to) navigate the eerie realms of this unique King novel and share our thoughts on the unexpected journey it provides.

                      And if that's not enough, we’re taking you behind the scenes of episode 7 of "Pachinko" on Apple TV. Spoiler: it’s a filler.

                      So grab your reading glasses and your remote control, because SOS Library episode 8 is your one-stop shop for book club intrigue and TV thrills. With laughter, insights, and plenty of surprises, we’ll keep you entertained from beginning to end!


                      Book Club Books of the Month:

                      • Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI - David Gran
                      • Fairy Tale - Stephen King

                        • Next Book Club Book of the Month:

                        • Bunny - Mona Awad

                          • Books mentioned (all midish):

                          • The Song of Achilles - Madeline Miller
                          • The Wedding Date - Jasmin Guillory
                          • On Chesil Beach - Ian McEwan
                          • Hold Me Tight: Seven Conversations for a Lifetime of Love - Sue Johnson
                          • Lunar Love - Lauren Jessen Kung

                            • Do not read:

                            • Pride, Prejudice, and Other Flavors - Sonali Dev

                              • More Osage information:

                              • https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/american-scandal/id1435516849?i=1000526375461
                              • https://youtu.be/C5OiFBNlYkY
                              • https://www.famous-trials.com/osage-home/2376-the-osage-reign-of-terror-murder-trials-a-chronology

                                • Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay

                                1 hr 13 min
                              • 07. The Very Secret Society of No Expectations

                                For our seventh episode of SOS Library, we are rounding off the first half of the year with our thoughts and feelings on the sixth episode of Pachinko, a wholesome discussion of "The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches" by Sangu Mandanna (featuring some personalized potion concoctions of our own making), and a mid-year reading check in tag.

                                Book Club Book of the Month:

                                • The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches - Sangu Mandanna

                                  • Next Book Club Books of the Month:

                                  • Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI - David Grann
                                  • Fairy Tale - Stephen King

                                    • Recommendations:

                                    • Fire Endless - Rebecca Ross
                                    • Hero of Ages - Brandon Sanderson (F)
                                    • Grant - Ron Chernow (NF)
                                    • A Man Called Ove - Fredrick Backman
                                    • Mexican Gothic - Silvia Moreno Garcia
                                    • Little Fires Everywhere - Celeste Ng
                                    • The Wolf Den - Elodie Harper) (F)
                                    • Lost & Found - Katherine Schultz (NF)
                                    • I'm Glad My Mom Died - Jeannette McCurdy (NF)

                                      • Do not read:

                                      • Really Good Actually - Monica Heisey
                                      • The Name of the Wind - Patrick Rothfuss
                                      • A Song of Achilles - Madeline Miller

                                        • Want to read:

                                        • Hello Beautiful - Ann Napolitano
                                        • Banyan Moon - Thao Thai
                                        • Yellowface - RF Kuang
                                        • Sun in the Void - Gabriela Romero Lacruz
                                        • The Gentleman's Gambit - Evie Dunmore
                                        • Heavenly Tyrant - Xinran Jay Zhao

                                          • Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay

                                          1 hr 6 min
                                        • 06. May is Moody Memoir Month

                                          In episode 6 of SOS Library, we dive deep into our own emotions and personal insights from reading "What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma" by Stephanie Foo. As we share our thoughts on the book's powerful exploration of trauma and resilience we also open up about our own personal histories.

                                          Trigger warnings: This memoir discusses potentially triggering content, including child abuse, physical and mental abuse, torture (non-graphic), neglect, panic attacks, dissociation, depression, and suicidal ideation.
                                          Let's not forget about the rollercoaster ride that is the fifth episode of "Pachinko" on Apple TV. Brace yourself for our light commentary on the adaptation's visual storytelling, character development, and all the juicy bits.
                                          Join us for a captivating episode of SOS Library, where heartfelt discussions, personal reflections, and literary adventures await.
                                          Book Club Book of the Month -
                                          What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma - Stephanie Foo

                                          Stephanie Foo's work and related resources:

                                          • https://drjacobham.com/videos/2022/3/30/eeugfod2slp1x4x6m35a6fmqpwmmgr
                                          • https://www.thisamericanlife.org/552/need-to-know-basis/act-three-1
                                          • ⁠https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/06/opinion/mothers-day-grief.html


                                            • Next Book Club Book of the Month -

                                            The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches - Sangu Mandanna

                                            Books We Loved this Month -

                                            • Jane Eyre - Charlotte Bronte
                                            • Beartown - Fredrick Backman
                                            • The Traveling Cat Chronicles - Hiro Irakawa

                                              • Books To Potentially Avoid this Month -

                                              • Beach Read - Emily Henry
                                              • The Song of Achilles - Madeline Miller
                                              • Out of Darkness - Ashley Hope Perez

                                                • Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay


                                                1 hr 13 min
                                              • BONUS - SOS Library's Field Trip to Seven's Up

                                                Find out why half of us were dying in our recent group outing to Seven's Up - a live poetry reading featuring Sarah Kay, Anis Mojgani, Clint Smith, and Hanif Abdurraqib. Listen in as we discuss the artists and their poetry, annoying and rude students, and the painful uncomfortable chairs.

                                                Definitely check out all these amazing aritsts and their works below:

                                                • Sarah Kay
                                                • Anis Mojgani
                                                • Clint Smith
                                                • Hanif Abdurraqib

                                                  • Music by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Music Unlimited⁠⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠⁠Pixabay

                                                  23 min
                                                • 05. They Can't Kill Us (With the Parallels) Until They Kill Us (With More Parallels)

                                                  Hold on to your bookworm hats, because episode 5 of SOS Library is here, and it's hotter than a fresh cup of NYC coffee! This time, your Queens girls are unleashing their thoughts on They Can't Kill Us Until They Kill Us by Hanif Abdurraqib. Featuring a special guest, we dive into lyrical brilliance of these musical essays, share favorite musical artists, and talk about more literary goodness than you can shake a bookmark at!

                                                  We also dive headfirst into episode 4 of Pachinko on Apple TV. Get ready for the parallels on parallels that none of us were expecting.
                                                  So, find your favorite reading nook, sit back, and tune in to SOS Library episode 5. It's gonna be a wild ride, packed with laughs and fun book discussions. Let's get lit-erary!
                                                  Book Club Book of the Month -
                                                  They Can't Kill Us Until They Kill Us - Hanif Abdurraqib
                                                  Next Book Club Book of the Month -
                                                  What My Bones Know: A Memoir of Healing from Complex Trauma - Stephanie Foo
                                                  Books We Loved this Month -
                                                  The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo - Taylor Jenkin Reid
                                                  Before the Coffee Gets Cold - Toshikazu Kawaguchi
                                                  Above Ground - Clint Smith
                                                  Books To Potentially Avoid this Month -
                                                  The Alloy of Law - Brandon Sanderson
                                                  The People We Meet on Vacation - Emily Henry
                                                  Sword of Destiny - Andrzej Sapkowski
                                                  Stone Blind - Natalie Haynes
                                                  Music by ⁠⁠⁠Music Unlimited⁠⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠⁠Pixabay

                                                  1 hr 16 min
                                                • 04. The Unfortunates, Followed By More Unfortunate Self-Insert Fanfiction Publications

                                                  Welcome to SOS Library, episode 4, where three Queens girls spill the tea on our latest book club pick, The Unfortunates by JK Chukwu. But wait, there's more! We also share our thoughts on self-insert fanfiction publications. We judge. :)

                                                  If that's not enough to satisfy your literary cravings, we also dish about episode 3 of Pachinko. Join us as we chat about the latest plot developments, our favorite characters, and what we're excited to see in the upcoming episodes.

                                                  So grab a cuppa, cozy up, and join the fun with us at SOS Library. Get ready for some laughs, insights, and recommendations that'll keep you entertained till next time.

                                                  Music by ⁠⁠Music Unlimited⁠⁠ from ⁠⁠Pixabay

                                                  1 hr 2 min
                                                • 03. Trust Us, Pachinko May Disappoint

                                                  In this episode, we dive into the world of literature with a honest look at "Trust" by Hernan Diaz, dissect episode 2 of "Pachinko" on Apple TV and go through our personal book recommendations from February. Join us as we discuss the themes and characters in "Trust", the TV adaptation of "Pachinko", and our own literary adventures. We share our thoughts on what makes a great book or TV series (and what doesn't) and provide recommendations for listeners looking for their next read or watch. So sit back, relax, and join us for an episode of SOS library!

                                                  Music by ⁠Music Unlimited⁠ from ⁠Pixabay

                                                  55 min
                                                • 02. I Love You A Holly Jolly Diwali So Mochi it Makes Me Want to Tear My Hair Out. PACHINKO!

                                                  Join the SOS Library as we chat about our latest reads and share personal stories of our first kisses. We tie these experiences into our discussions of two heartwarming books - "A Holly Jolly Diwali" by Sonya Lalli and "I Love You So Mochi" by Sarah Kuhn.  

                                                  In addition, we give our thoughts on the book-to-screen adaptation of "Pachinko" by Apple TV, including the challenges of adapting a book to a visual medium, casting choices, pacing, and overall fidelity to the source material.   

                                                  Tune in to this episode of SOS Library for an engaging and lively conversation on personal growth, love, and the power of storytelling in both literature and media!

                                                  Music by Music Unlimited from Pixabay

                                                  1 hr 9 min

                                                About SOS Library

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                                                Save Our Souls Library (aka SOS Library) is a podcast that candidly discusses books without the pomp and circumstance (and expertise) of normal book reviewers. It's just three gals from Queens, New…