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Pick of the Week: The Anniversary by Alex Finlay

Release Date: 05/19/2026

Local Genealogists Speak: A Conversation with Pam

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

In this episode of the “Local Genealogists Speak” podcast series, Pam, a local genealogist, shares about her favorite ancestor who signed the Declaration of Independence, the Daughters of the American Revolution or DAR, 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...

Pick of the Week: The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Marianne recommends Jenny Jackson's The Shampoo Effect, the story of a young writer's retreat in the beach town of Greenhead, Massachusetts. Check out from the Library.

My American Journey: Cinthia and Veria

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

In this episode of the “My American Journey” podcast series, we speak with Cinthia and Veria about their respective journeys to the United States, the challenges they faced along the way, and the lessons they learned in building a life in a new country. In the “My American Journey” podcast series, we speak with members of our library community who were born outside the United States. As part of the America250 celebration, these conversations celebrate the rich variety of stories and backgrounds that contribute to who we are as We the People.

Pick of the Week: The Very Definition of Love by Sophia Benoit

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Hannha recommends Sophia Benoit's The Very Definition of Love, a regency-era romance between a bookworm and a rake. Check out from the Library.

The Bookies’ Summer Reading List

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Jenny, Marianne, and Hannah introduce five new must-read titles for Summer 2026: by Ayelet Waldman by Jenny Jackson by Daniel Mason by Katherine Arden by Rosie Walsh Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores

Pick of the Week: The Children by Melissa Albert

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Jenny recommends Melissa Albert's The Children, a mysterious, genre-bending fantasy book. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Alix E. Harrow by Erin Morgenstern

Local Genealogists Speak: A Conversation with Kim

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

In this episode of the “Local Genealogists Speak” podcast series, Kim, a local genealogist, shares about her favorite ancestor, her favorite type of genealogy record, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), 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...

Pick of the Week: The Shippers by Katherine Center

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Jenny recommends Katherine Center’s The Shippers, a perfect beach read for fans of romantic comedies. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Annabel Monaghan by Abby Jimenez

Pick of the Week: Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Marianne recommends Rachel Hochhauser's Lady Tremaine, a retelling of the classic Cinderella tale from the point of view of her "wicked" stepmother. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: by Gregory Maguire by Emilia Hart

Pick of the Week: The Anniversary by Alex Finlay

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast

This week Jenny recommends Alex Finlay's The Anniversary, a nostalgic thriller that follows two classmates across a decade of investigations into the mysterious May Day Killer. Check out from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: t by Alex Finlay by Liz Moore

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This week Jenny recommends Alex Finlay's The Anniversary, a nostalgic thriller that follows two classmates across a decade of investigations into the mysterious May Day Killer.

Check out Alex Finlay's The Anniversary from the Library.

Additional titles mentioned in this episode:

The Night Shift by Alex Finlay

God of the Woods by Liz Moore

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