First Fifty Pages

Jenn Delperdang, Kelsey Patterson
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First Fifty Pages

The First Fifty Pages is the Sioux City Public Library's podcast about books, library culture, and current reading trends. Each month, Kelsey Patterson and Jenn Delperdang chat with authors, discuss what they're reading, what's popular in our community, and what's happening at the Library! Who knows, they might even help you find your next great read! Highlighting the transformative power of stories and the amazing work that libraries do, this podcast is not to be missed!Produced by Siouxland Public Media.

  1. DEC 7

    Existential Inspiration: A Conversation with Liane Moriarty

    In this episode, Jenn and Kelsey chat with best-selling author Liane Moriarty about her new book, Here One Moment. We talk psychic encounters, free will and the unique experience of readers. We predict this is a book you’re going to want to read!

    32 min

  2. NOV 21

    I Cheerfully Refuse: A Conversation with Leif Enger

    In this episode, Jenn and Kelsey are joined by award-winning author Leif Enger to chat about his latest book. Part romance, part nautical adventure, part love letter to stories, this sweetly hopeful piece of dystopian fiction has it all! You'll cheerfully refuse to put this one down!

    35 min

  3. SEP 30

    Keenly Calibrated: A Conversation with Author Stuart Turton

    In this episode of the First Fifty Pages, Jenn and Kelsey chat with author Stuart Turton about his latest book,The Last Murder at the End of the World--an 'almost accidental' science fiction mystery. AI, Agatha Christie, and existential issues...the voice in your head is telling you not to miss this episode.

    30 min

  4. AUG 21

    Standing on Their Shoulders: A Conversation with Jodi Picoult

    In this episode of The First Fifty Pages, Kelsey and Jenn talk with perennial best-selling author Jodi Picoult about her new book, By Any Other Name. We dive into hidden histories, the dangers of book banning, and the things that keep us up at night.

    25 min

  5. AUG 2

    Distinctly Different: A Conversation with Ruth Ware

    In this episode of the First Fifty Pages, Kelsey and Jenn chat with Ruth Ware about her new mystery, One Perfect Couple. Intriguing characters, reality TV, a tropical paradise, murder and so many moral dilemmas! You'll be hooked!

    30 min

  6. JUL 12

    Emotional Bliss: Talking with Katherine Center

    In this episode of the First Fifty Pages, Katherine Center joins Kelsey and Jenn to talk about how stories are uniquely able to change our lives, the aggressively misunderstood happy ending, and why love stories matter. Let the banter begin!

    30 min

  7. JUN 5

    Light and Love, Heartbreak and Hope: A Conversation with Kate DiCamillo

    In this episode of the First Fifty Pages, Jenn and Kelsey talk with beloved storyteller and two-time Newberry medal winning author Kate DiCamillo about connecting with young readers and finding our way back to the magic of reading.

    30 min

  8. MAY 28

    Continually Curious: A Chat with Erik Larson

    In this episode of The First Fifty Pages, Jenn and Kelsey are joined by author Erik Larson, a perennial favorite among nonfiction readers. They discuss his latest book The Demon of Unrest, how his curiosity drives his work, and the way history can inform our present.

    30 min
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About

The First Fifty Pages is the Sioux City Public Library's podcast about books, library culture, and current reading trends. Each month, Kelsey Patterson and Jenn Delperdang chat with authors, discuss what they're reading, what's popular in our community, and what's happening at the Library! Who knows, they might even help you find your next great read! Highlighting the transformative power of stories and the amazing work that libraries do, this podcast is not to be missed!Produced by Siouxland Public Media.

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  • Creator
    Jenn Delperdang, Kelsey Patterson
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Show Website
    First Fifty Pages

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