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Serving Allen County's need to know. We'll discuss books we're reading and recommending and the Library News.

  1. JAN 22

    Reading Up a Storm & Thank You for the Memories

    With everyone prepping for the predicted ice and snowstorm, Amanda and Shelia talk about books that will take you far away if you're homebound.  Books mentioned include:  Canticle by Janet Rich EdwardsThe Silent Companions by Lara PurcellMy Friends by Fredrik BackmanIn the Time of Five Pumpkins by Alexander McCall SmithChasing the Horizon by Mary ConnealyAnd Shelia shares her appreciation for the opportunity to serve Allen County for the past twenty years. January 30, 2026 is her last day to work at the library. Congratulations to Amanda Woods, who will be the new Allen County Public Library Director on February 1, 2026.

    25 min

  2. JAN 8

    Delving into Audio Books for the New Year!

    Melissa and Jamie share about the books they've been listening to.   Melissa also mentions the Winter Reading Program, taking place NOW at the Allen County Public Library.  Register today! https://www.allencountylibrary.com/winter_reading/ Books mentioned: The Hobbit and the Lord of the Rings series by J.R. TolkienOutlander series by Diana Gabaldon11/22/63 by Stephen KingKing and Maxwell series by David BaldacciThe Teacher by Frieda McFaddenThe Housemaid by Frieda McFaddenThe Housemaid's Secret by Frieda McFaddenFever Beach by Carl HiaasenWhere the Red Fern Grows by Wilson RawlsSchool for Psychics by K.C. ArcherSkipping Christmas by John GrishamPride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

    24 min

  3. 12/11/2025

    Winter Vibes

    Chelsea and Abbie announce our new Winter Reading Program for children, teens, and adults, and other program happenings. Listen in to find out how to win prizes. Books discussed and recommended include:  Peter & the Wolf by Gavin Friday The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World by Robin Wall Kimmerer

    22 min

  4. 11/25/2025

    A Thanksgiving Feast of Excellent Books

    Ms. Amanda and Ms. Shelia talk about December programming, which includes a Kindergarten-Readiness program with Mrs. Claus, a visit from Santa Claus later in the month, and the Polar Express @ the Scottsville Train Depot.  Books discussed include: Overdue by Stephanie Perkins My Beloved by Jan Karon Over Yonder by Sean Dietrich The Widow by John Grisham Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell

    24 min

  5. 10/30/2025

    From Spooky Season to Slow-Living Season

    Jamie and Abbie talk about felting and other art programs at the library, and they share information about books they feel are worth recommending.  Books discussed include: Edge of Dark Water by Joe R. Lansdale The Man Made of Smoke by Alex North Dead Eleven by Jimmy Juliano Microseasons by Tiffany Francis-Baker

    26 min

  6. 10/10/2025

    Learning "How-To"

    This week, Chelsea and Mariah discuss the upcoming How-To Festival and other programs taking place at the library. Books Mentioned: I Found You by Lisa Jewell The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk, M.D. Guess Again by Charlie Donlea Slow Burn Summer by Josie Silver Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez

    27 min

  7. 09/12/2025

    Explore and Excel at the Library

    Join Melissa and Amanda as they dive into library happenings and chat about the upcoming How To Festival, where you can master a wide variety of skills from pet care, hair care, home care, health care, and just plain old fun.

    17 min

  8. 08/29/2025

    Great Big Beautiful Mysteries

    Jamie and Chelsea discuss the September programs and explore big, beautiful mysteries.  Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily HenryThe Maid’s Secret by Nita ProseThe Inspector & Mrs. Jeffries by Emily BrightwellAll the Colors of the Dark by Chris WhitakerSuch Quiet Girls by Noelle W. Ihli

    25 min
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Serving Allen County's need to know. We'll discuss books we're reading and recommending and the Library News.

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  • Creator
    Allen County Public Library
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    113
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Amongthestacks
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