Bookies Talk: The ACOTAR episode
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Erica and Bronwyn, the Library's Communications Coordinator, talk about the romantasy series that has taken over the internet: Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses, the RenFaire, and how books are better with friends. Titles mentioned in this episode: by Sarah J. Maas by Sarah J. Maas by Leigh Bardugo by George R. R. Martin : the television series by Frank Herbert : the films by Robert Jordan by Diana Gabaldon : the television series Want more ACOTAR readalikes? Fill out our for a personalized list of suggestions. Contact us at [email protected]....
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The Year in Film (2023) / Oscars Recap
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
For the 9th year in a row librarians Becky and Nate discuss last night's Academy Awards ceremony and celebrate the year in film. Listen and discover the highlights - the movies recognized by the Academy and the movies that were overlooked but not to be missed. Then find out how your library card is the ultimate ticket to the movies.
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Bookies Talk: Immersive Stories
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Readers' Advisors Erica and Amy share three recent books that bring their worlds -- a tense near-future, a legendary past, and present-day America - to life in vivid and unexpected ways. Books featured in this episode: by Paul Lynch by Yangsze Choo by Michele Norris Click here to register for the . For personalized book recommendations, visit For the library's blog, visit . Email us at
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Bookies Talk: Bandits, Babies, and Brendan Slocumb
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Erica and Marianne are sticking to their reading resolutions by digging into great historical fiction featuring real-life banditos and midwives. Then, Marianne gives us the inside scoop on this year's One Book, One Community series. Titles discussed in this episode: , by Elizabeth Gonzalez James , by Ariel Lawhon , by Brendan Slocumb For details on all of the One Book, One Community events, visit For personalized book recommendations, visit . For the library's blog, visit . Email us at [email protected].
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Bookies Talk: Our Favorite Titles of 2023
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Erica and Hannah talk about the top titles of the year, our annual Staff Favorites booklets, and the books they can't wait to read in 2024. Thanks for a great year of reading and listening! For a copy of our Favorite Fiction and Nonfiction booklets, stop by Cook Park or Aspen Drive Library, or . Titles discussed in this episode: by James McBride by Lorrie Moore by Daniel Mason by Francis Spufford (February 2024) The Extinction of Irina Rey by (March 2024) by Kelly Link (February 2024) The Familiar by (April 2024) Somewhere Beyond the Sea by (September 2024) Haunted Ever After by ...
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Libertyville Celebrity Spotting Part 2 (1943-1960)
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Enjoy part two of Celebrity Spotting, where local history librarian Jenny Barry guides us through a few notable people who made historical appearances in Libertyville. We pick up right where left off! Mentioned in the Podcast
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Bookies Talk: Family Stories & Surprising Legacies
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Erica and Amy, our new book club associate, share the titles they've been enjoying lately, ranging from a suspenseful family drama to a sublimely ridiculous charmer (and the best cover of 2023). Books discussed in this episode: , Jean Kwok , Jayne Anne Phillips , Sarah Ogilvie , Meg Shaffer , John Scalzi For more information about our book club services, including a list of titles, visit or email . For more information about this year's One Book, One Community events, featuring by Brendan Slocumb, visit .
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Bookies Talk: Meet Mary (Again!)
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Say hello (again) to the latest addition to our Popular Services staff, Mary! Hannah and Mary discuss Silvia Moreno-Garcia, the best parts of gothic literature (spoiler: it's the house) and what makes a good book good. Check out the books mentioned in this podcast episode: And as always, keep reading, keep watching, and keep listening!
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Bookies Talk: Reaching Out
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Erica and Zach, one of our Outreach Associates, talk about home delivery, great characters, graphic novels, and a suprisingly cozy spot. For more information about our Outreach services, including Home Delivery, visit For the Fall Book Buzz, . Books discussed in this episode: by Alexis Hall by Julia Wertz by Spencer Quinn
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Bookies Talk: Small Town Stories
Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
In this episode, Becky and Erica share the small-town stories they've been enjoying as summer winds down. Books mentioned in this episode: !
info_outlineWe 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!
Previous Women’s History Month Podcast Episodes
Blog Posts
- Man at washtub, wife votes: an election year retrospective
- Stitches in Time: Discovering Libertyville History through the 1889 Union Church Signature Quilt (part 1)
- Stitches in Time: Discovering Libertyville History through the 1889 Union Church Signature Quilt (part 2)
- Stitches in Time: Discovering Libertyville History through the 1889 Union Church Signature Quilt (part 3)
- The Oldest Drug Store in Town (Part 1)