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You're Making Me Read What?!

You're Making Me Read What?‪!‬ Fairfax County Government

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You're Making Me Read What?!

    The Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien

    The Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien

    Enjoy this final book discussion between Fairfax County Public Library Director Jessica Hudson and Branch Manager Christine Jones. They’re librarians who love a good book but almost never agree on what makes a book great.

    This is the final episode of “You’re Making Me Read What?”, the podcast where opposites attract in the world of books! As a fan of realistic fiction, Christine reluctantly discusses Jessica’s fantasy pick, The Hobbit by J.R.R Tolkien. Then, they stroll down memory lane and revisit some of their favorite reads from past shows. Come along and bid farewell to this dynamic literary duo.

    Peace is Every Step by Thich That Hanh

    Peace is Every Step by Thich That Hanh

    Enjoy this lively book discussion between Fairfax County Public Library Director Jessica Hudson and Branch Manager Christine Jones. They’re librarians who love a good book but almost never agree on what makes a book great.

    In this episode, Christine discusses Peace Is Every Step by Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh. Join us next month by which point Jessica will have chosen between two books: Tolkien’s The Hobbit or An Immense World by Ed Yong.

    Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton

    Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton

    Enjoy this lively book discussion between Fairfax County Public Library Director Jessica Hudson and Branch Manager Christine Jones. They’re librarians who love a good book but almost never agree on what makes a book great.

    In this episode, Jessica shares the tale of a crow and his quest to save humanity in Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton. Join us next month as Christine explores the timeless wisdom on mindfulness in Peace is Every Step by Thich That Hanh.

    Midwives by Chris Bohjalian

    Midwives by Chris Bohjalian

    Enjoy this lively book discussion between Fairfax County Public Library Director Jessica Hudson and Branch Manager Christine Jones. They’re librarians who love a good book but almost never agree on what makes a book great.

    In this episode, we'll explore a gripping tale centered on a midwife facing a harrowing trial in Midwives by Chris Bohjalian. Next month's selection features an intriguing journey into a post-apocalyptic world in Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton.

    Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne

    Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne

    Enjoy this lively book discussion between Fairfax County Public Library Director Jessica Hudson and Branch Manager Christine Jones. They’re librarians who love a good book but almost never agree on what makes a book great.

    In this episode, Jessica explores the classic novel, Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne. Join us next month for Christine’s pick that follows the aftermath of a home birth gone awry in Midwives by Chris Bohjalian.

    The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon

    The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon

    Enjoy this lively book discussion between Fairfax County Public Library Director Jessica Hudson and Branch Manager Christine Jones. They’re librarians who love a good book but almost never agree on what makes a book great.

    In this episode, Christine shares a classic murder mystery, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon. Join us next month as Jessica explores a novel that has delighted readers for over a century, Journey to the Center of the Earth by Jules Verne.

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