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Cook Memorial Public Library Podcast
Hosted by Cook Library Staff · EN
Official podcast of the Cook Memorial Public Library District in Libertyville and Vernon Hills, IL.
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My American Journey: Cinthia and Veria
2w ago00:23:27Tap to summarizeIn 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.
Transcribe →Pick of the Week: The Very Definition of Love by Sophia Benoit
2w ago00:04:13Tap to summarizeThis week Hannha recommends Sophia Benoit's The Very Definition of Love, a regency-era romance between a bookworm and a rake. Check out Sophia Benoit's The Very Definition of Love from the Library.
Transcribe →The Bookies' Summer Reading List
3w ago00:06:45Tap to summarizeThis week Jenny, Marianne, and Hannah introduce five new must-read titles for Summer 2026: A Perfect Hand by Ayelet Waldman The Shampoo Effect by Jenny Jackson Country People by Daniel Mason The Unicorn Hunters by Katherine Arden The One Day You Were My Husband by Rosie Walsh Additional titles mentioned in this episode: Happy Wife by Meredith Lavender and Kendall Shores
Transcribe →Pick of the Week: The Children by Melissa Albert
4w ago00:04:43Tap to summarizeThis week Jenny recommends Melissa Albert's The Children, a mysterious, genre-bending fantasy book. Check out Melissa Albert's The Children from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: Starling House by Alix E. Harrow The Starless Sea by Erin Morgenstern
Transcribe →Local Genealogists Speak: A Conversation with Kim
Jun 1100:16:27Tap to summarizeIn 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 family history research. Each episode contains tips and suggestions which may be helpful for your own research and/or stories that may inspire you to dig more deeply into your roots.
Transcribe →Pick of the Week: The Shippers by Katherine Center
Jun 200:05:23Tap to summarizeThis week Jenny recommends Katherine Center's The Shippers, a perfect beach read for fans of romantic comedies. Check out Katherine Center's The Shippers from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: It's a Love Story by Annabel Monaghan Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez
Transcribe →Pick of the Week: Lady Tremaine by Rachel Hochhauser
May 2600:04:34Tap to summarizeThis 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 Rachel Hochhauser's Lady Tremaine from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: Wicked by Gregory Maguire Weyward by Emilia Hart
Transcribe →Pick of the Week: The Anniversary by Alex Finlay
May 1900:04:10Tap to summarizeThis 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
Transcribe →Local Genealogists Speak: A Conversation with Mac
May 1400:15:30Tap to summarizeIn this episode of the "Local Genealogists Speak" podcast series, Mac, a local genealogist, shares about genealogy software, DNA, brick walls, online connections, and more. He also shares about his 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 contains tips and suggestions which may be helpful for your own research and/or stories that may inspire you to dig more deeply into your roots.
Transcribe →Pick of the Week: Bone of My Bone by Johanna Van Veen
May 1200:03:37Tap to summarizeThis week Hannah recommends Johanna Van Veen's Bone of My Bone, a grim wartime tale of two unlikely companions bound by fate, faith, and a dangerous holy relic. Check out Johanna Van Veen's Bone of My Bone from the Library. Additional titles mentioned in this episode: The Starving Saints by Caitlin Starling Once Was Willem by M.R. Carey Slewfoot by Brom
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