
100 episodes

Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast Cook Library Staff
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4.8 • 12 Ratings
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Official podcast of the Cook Memorial Public Library District in Libertyville and Vernon Hills, IL.
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Bookies Talk: Reaching Out
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 https://www.cooklib.org/bookmobile-outreach/
For the Fall Book Buzz, click here.
Books discussed in this episode:
A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell
Mortal Follies by Alexis Hall
Impossible People: A Completely Average Recovery Story by Julia Wertz
Mrs. Plansky's Revenge by Spencer Quinn
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Bookies Talk: Small Town Stories
In this episode, Becky and Erica share the small-town stories they've been enjoying as summer winds down.
Books mentioned in this episode:
Small Town Sins, Ken Jaworowski Save What's Left, Elizabeth Castellano An Honest Man, Michael Koryta Days at the Morisaki Bookshop, Satoshi Yagisawa Register for the Fall Book Buzz!
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Bookies Talk: Unexpected Delights
In this episode, Hannah and Erica share the titles that have suprised and delighted them as summer hits its midpoint.
Books mentioned in this episode:
The Apology, Jimin Han The Infinite Miles, Hannah Fergesen Ace of Spades, Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé Same Time Next Summer, Annabel Monaghan The Book of Delights, Ross Gay Sign up for the Fall Book Buzz! -
Bookies Talk: Summer Reads for Everyone
In this episode, Andrea and Mark share the books they’ve been reading to kick off the summer – and there’s something for every type of reader!
Books in this episode:
Warrior Girl Unearthed, Angeline Boulley Fairy Tale, Stephen King The Only One Left, Riley Sager The Librarianist, Patrick Dewitt -
Libertyville Celebrity Spotting Part 1 (1845-1942)
Find out the who's who of national celebrities and historical figures that have made appearances in Libertyville through the years. Enjoy part one of the series. There's more to come!
Mentioned in the Podcast
Ep. 38: The Past is Present - Frederick Grabbe and Libertyville's Spring Water
Local History page
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Bookies Talk: New Faces and Old Favorites
Erica is joined by Hannah, the newest member of the Bookies, to talk about her path to Cook Library, favorite reads, and what they've been enjoying lately.
Titles mentioned in this episode:
Bliss Montage, Ling Ma Going Postal, Terry Pratchett Neverwhere, Neil Gaiman Good Omens, Neil Gaiman & Terry Pratchett
Watch our Spring Book Buzz and other Bookies videos on our Youtube Channel, and make sure to register for our upcoming Summer Book Buzz to get early access to our most-anticipated titles of the season.
Customer Reviews
Short and helpful
I like that this is relatively short compared to my other subscriptions. Something different/interesting every time.
Short and sweet
I really like the fact that I can listen to this one book review in less than 10 minutes. The content and production of this new podcast are also excellent. Very enjoyable!