Using our Library Voices

Nikki's review says "I do" to books of the wedding season, from guest list POV to the antics of the uninvited.

The Wedding People by Alison Espach

Four Aunties and a Wedding by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Last First Kiss by Julian Winters

A Harlem Wedding by Tiffany L. Warren

The Shippers by Katherine Center

More Like Enemigas by Stephanie Hope

The Wedding Crasher by Mia Sosa

Our Perfect Storm by Carley Fortune

Student Union by Julie Murphy

A Storm of Swords by George R.R. Martin

Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

Classic fairytales get a cosmic twist.

Title: Lunar Chronicles

Author: Marissa Meyer

Reviewed by: Mary M  

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

The verdict is in!  Check out if this was good spice or bad writing.  Both?  Neither? 

Title: For Whom the Belle Tolls

Author: Jaysea Lynn

Reviewed by: Percy, Daisy, Aris 

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

So has the book delivered the spice?  Find out in this next installment. 

Title: For Whom the Belle Tolls

Author: Jaysea Lynn

Reviewed by: Percy, Daisy, Aris 

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

Reading Room Radio hosts the team of Good Spice, Bad Writing starting this mini series.

Title: For Whom the Belle Tolls

Author: Jaysea Lynn

Reviewed by: Percy, Daisy, Aris  

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

 Nine essays. One uncomfortable question: are we the problem? 

Title: Trick Mirror: Reflections on Self-delusion

Author: Jia Tolentino

Reviewed by: Beth K.  

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

Welcome to the Fourth episode of Survival By The Book, the podcast series where local librarians learn about how to prepare for emergency situations because being prepared shouldn't be complicated. 

When emergencies strike, preparation can make all the difference — and your local librarians are here to help you turn information into action.

In this episode of Survival by the Book, we talk about the very first episode of Survivor to provide you with a bit of relief from thinking about all these stressful situations. We talk about everything our survivors got right and wrong while trying to be the last man standing in Borneo. From shelter building and water concerns to group dynamics and resource management. Join us as we talk about  how their choices would hold up in an actual emergency as we separate survival fact from reality show fiction. 

Resources: 

Survivor, Season One. Borneo

Florida Museum, Bluespotted Ribbontail Ray, https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/discover-fish/species-profiles/bluespotted-ribbontail-ray/

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

Esteban just read the latest book by Uketsu, and he shares why all three of the series are worth your read. 

Title: Strange Buildings

Author: Uketsu

Reviewed by: Esteban S.

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

Rachel shares her review of this compelling non-fiction read. 

Title: The Unclaimed

Author: Pamela Prickett and Stefan Timmermans

Reviewed by: Rachel W. 

Title: The People's Hospital

Author: Ricardo Nuila

Reviewed by: Rachel W.

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant. 

Welcome to the Third episode of Survival By The Book, the podcast series where local librarians learn about how to prepare for emergency situations because being prepared shouldn't be complicated. 

When emergencies strike, preparation can make all the difference — and your local librarians are here to help you turn information into action.

In this episode of Survival by the Book, we talk about short term survival situations you might face here in Harris County from power outages and severe storms to unexpected evacuations. Join us as we break down the classic “10 Essentials for Survival,” and explain why each item matters. Along the way, we'll recommend trusted preparedness resources and survival guides available right at your local library.

Whether you’re brand new to emergency preparedness or looking to strengthen your family’s disaster plan, this episode is packed with approachable advice, real-world scenarios, and a few librarian-approved book recommendations to keep you ready for whatever comes next. 

Recommended readings and sources: 

Breakdown of Survival Situations: Categorization of Survival Situations by Length by Bruce Zawalsky

Ready.gov: Be Prepared for Any Hazard

The Ten Essential

The Survival Handbook by Colin Towell

Created by the Podcast Team at the Harris County Public Library.
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Podcast Team Members include: Jennifer Finch, John Harbaugh, Katelyn Helberg, Beth Krippel, Alinda Mac, Mary Mink, John Schaffer,  Sadina Shawver, Dylan Smith, and Nancy Hu. 


In memory of Darcy Casavant.