Unreadable

In this episode of Unreadable, Ross talks with Anu Murari, Youth Specialist at the Sharon Forks Library. Anu explains the significance and history of Diwali and previews upcoming Diwali events at both the Cumming Library and the Sharon Forks Library.

Diwali Crafts and Demonstrations Saturday, November 4, 2023 1:30 PM -3:00 PM Cumming Library 585 Dahlonega Street Cumming, GA 30040

Diwali Celebration Sunday, November 5, 2023 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Sharon Forks Library 2820 Old Atlanta Road Cumming, GA 30041

Join us this month as Ross speaks with Brianna Schantz, Information Specialist at the Cumming Library, about the month-long celebration of Bram Stoker and all things spooky known as Stokerfest.

The programs mentioned in this episode can be found on our website in the events section. All Stokerfest programs will take place at the Cumming Library.

In this mini episode, Erin of the Post Road Library recommends the Young Adult novel Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean. After learning she is a literal princess, Izumi travels to Japan to meet her father, the Crown Prince of Japan. Once there, she must learn to navigate the imperial court, familial relations, the press, and a forbidden romance.

In this mini episode, Ross of the Hampton Park Library recommends Act of Oblivion by Robert Harris, a historical novel set after the English Civil War. The book follows two British Colonels who flee to the American colonies after the execution of King Charles I.

In this mini episode, Emily and Andrea of the Cumming Library talk about Emily Henry's new book Happy Place, which focuses on an engaged couple who broke up and now must act like they are still together while on a trip with their friends.

In this mini episode, Brooke of the Hampton Park Library recommends Clytemnestra by Constanza Casati, a retelling of Greek mythology focusing on Clytemnestra, the Queen of Mycenae and the wife of Agamemnon.

In this mini episode, Brittany of the Post Road Library shares one of her favorite reads of the year: The Secret Lives of Country Gentlemen by KJ Charles, a historical romance set in Regency England.

In this mini episode, Anu of the Sharon Forks Library sits down with Amy Billings, Youth Services Supervisor at the Sharon Forks Library, for some children's book recommendations on this summer's theme: All Together Now.

Books discussed in this episode:

Animal Teams written by Caroline Stamps and illustrated by Charlotte Milner

Boxitects by Kim Smith

Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer by Megan McDonald

Dragon Rider by Cornelia Funk

Last Kids on Earth series by Max Brallier

In this special mini episode, Ross speaks with Melissa of the Cumming Library about one of her favorite books, Persuasion by Jane Austen, and an upcoming Austen-themed program series happening this summer at our Cumming branch.

Program Dates

Regency Crafts with Jane Austen Friday Jun 9, 20232:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Learn Regency Dance Saturday Jun 17, 20232:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Escape Mr. Wickham Saturday June 24, 2023 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM 3 sessions; registration required Session 1 Session 2 Session 3