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Women of Cook Library

Release Date: 03/31/2021

Pick of the Week: Go Gentle by Maria Semple

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Marianne recommends Maria Semple's Go Gentle, the story of a fifty-something divorcée who meets a handsome stranger and is drawn into spying on her pupils' billionaire parents. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Maria Semple by Madeline Cash

Pick of the Week: Seasons of Glass and Iron by Amal El-Mohtar

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Hannah recommends Amal El-Mohtar's Seasons of Glass and Iron: Stories, a collection of fantastical short stories. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Amal El-Mohtar

Local Genealogists Speak: A Conversation with Dana

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

In this episode of the “Local Genealogists Speak” podcast series, Dana, a local genealogist, shares about her genealogy journey, DNA, photographs, online connections, and more. She also shares about her favorite part of U.S. history in honor of America250, a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of Declaration of Independence. The “Local Genealogists Speak” podcast series is an opportunity to hear from local genealogists as they share their experiences with and knowledge about family history research. Each episode contains tips and suggestions which may be helpful for...

Pick of the Week: Cherry Baby by Rainbow Rowell

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Jenny recommends Rainbow Rowell's upcoming book Cherry Baby, a witty, tender novel about a woman facing divorce and public scrutiny while reckoning with who she’s been and who she wants to become. Check out from the Library.

The Bookies’ Must-Read Books of Spring 2026

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Hannah and Jenny introduce five must-read titles releasing Spring 2026: by Maria Semple by Kate Clayborn by Alex Finlay by Portia Elan by Philip Fracassi Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Alison Espach by Emily St. John Mandel by Alma Katsu

Pick of the Week: The Ending Writes Itself by Evelyn Clarke

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Marianne recommends The Ending Writes Itself, the debut collaboration between V.E. Schwab and Cat Clarke under their new pen name, Evelyn Clarke. The book is a whodunit in which seven writers compete to pen the final pages of a recently deceased author's unfinished manuscript. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by V.E. Schwab by Anthony Horowitz by Lucy Foley

Local Genealogists Speak: A Conversation with Phil

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

In this episode of the “Local Genealogists Speak” podcast series, Phil, a local genealogist, shares about social history, his brick walls, genealogy books, and more. He also shares about his favorite part of U.S. history in honor of America250, a celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of Declaration of Independence. The “Local Genealogists Speak” podcast series is an opportunity to hear from local genealogists as they share their experiences with and knowledge about family history research. Each episode contains tips and suggestions which may be helpful for your own...

Pick of the Week: Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Hannah recommends Caro Claire Burke's debut novel Yesteryear, a darkly humorous story of a traditional lifestyle influencer who suddenly wakes up in an 1805 homestead. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Madeline Cash by Tara Westover

Pick of the Week: The List of Suspicious Things by Jennie Godfrey

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Erica recommends Jennie Godfrey’s The List of Suspicious Things, a coming‑of‑age story set in late‑1970s Yorkshire, following a 12‑year‑old girl who hunts for the Yorkshire Ripper only to uncover the far more personal mysteries of growing up. Check out from the Library.

Pick of the Week: How to Write a Love Story by Catherine Walsh

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Jenny recommends Catherine Walsh’s How to Write a Love Story, a warm, witty romance about a grieving former writer and the devoted editor assigned to help her finish her late father’s famed fantasy series. Check out from the Library.

More Episodes

We celebrate Women’s History Month and Cook Library’s Centennial by looking at the women who were key to the founding of the library and its early days.

Local History Librarian Jenny Barry shares the stories of Emily Barrows Cook, Mabel MacGuffin, Norma Lee Peck, Clara Colby, Laura Taylor, August Lovell, and more.

Keep checking the library’s Centennial Celebration page to stay updated on the festivities!

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