Amongthestacks

Wrong Choices and Twisted Reality

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Among the Stacks, Chelsea and Mariah discuss the return of regular library program in September and the library's new Mini Library. They also discuss their recent favorite reads. Books discussed include:

- The Night We Met by Abby Jimenez

- Apostle's Cove by William Kent Krueger

- The Caretaker by Marcus Kliewer

- The House We Grew Up In by Lisa Jewell

Check, Check...Can You Hear Us?

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0500

Today, Jamie and Melissa are testing out our new podcasting equipment!

Enjoy hearing about their recent book recommendations as well as all the programming that is planned for September.

Books Mentioned:

Creep by Jennifer Hillier

Freak by Jennifer Hillier

The Business Trip by Jessica Garcia

This Story My Save Your Life by Tiffany Crum

The Hired Man by Sandra Dallas

The Mountains We Call Home by Kim Michelle Richardson

Miss Julia Speaks Her Mind by Ann B. Ross

More Than Books

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:00 -0500

Chelsea and Amanda discuss library happenings, stats, and the books they are reading.

Books Mentioned:

Farmer Boy by Laura Ingalls Wilder

This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page

Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson

Craeft: An Inquiry Into the Origins and True Meaning of Traditional Crafts by Alex Langlands

Mindful Living with Goblins and Murder

Thu, 09 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Abby are back to talk about the books they are reading and recommending and library news!

Books mentioned:

How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days by Jessie Sylva

The Art of Mindful Living by Thich Nhat Hanh

The Anniversary by Alex Finlay

The Caretaker by Marcus Kliewer

From Appalachia to Indiana Jones

Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0500

Take a listen as Jamie and Mariah discuss Summer Reading fun and their most recent reading recommendations!

Books mentioned:

We Burned so Bright by T.J. Klune

The Lost Bookshop by Evie Woods

How to Survive in the Woods by Kat Rosenfield

Black Woods, Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey

Heartwood by Amity Gaige

The Recovery Agent by Janet Evanovich

The King's Ransom by Janet Evanovich

Summer Reading with Danny the Dino!

Fri, 29 May 2026 11:00:00 -0500

In this episode Abby and Melissa discuss our upcoming summer reading program, how to register, and our summer reading kickoff at First Fridays. They are also joined by Danny the Dino as he discusses summer reading and his favorite book Danny and the Dinosaur by Syd Hoff.

Little Bit of Everything

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Chelsea discuss library programs, news, touching stories, and the books they have been reading.

Books mentioned include:

Cold Storage by David Koepp

Mary by Nat Cassidy

When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy

Nestlings by Nat Cassidy

Little House in the Big Woods by Laura Ingalls Wilder

The First Time I saw Him by Laura Dave

What's Growing this Spring @ the Library

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Abby and Melissa talk about library happenings and books to keep you reading this spring!

Books mentioned include:

The Somewhat Wicked Witch of Brigandale by C.M. Waggoner

Aisle Nine by Ian X Cho

Things You Save in a Fire by Katherine Center

Happiness for Beginners by Katherine Center

The Happiness Year: How to Find Joy in Every Season by Tara Ward

A Special Shout-Out to Those 60+

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Amanda discuss programs and what they're reading.

A special shout-out to our patrons who are 60 and older. We have seen you come back to the library and we just want to say that it's good to see each and every one of you! Imagine That! is catered specifically for this age group and it has been so good to see our older patrons come back in such a positive and creative way.

Books Mentioned:

The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

Dear Debbie by Frieda McFadden

Vera Wong's Guide to Snooping on a Dead Man by Jesse Sutanto

Strong Women and Monsters

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:00:00 -0600

Abby and Jamie discuss teen programs and what they're reading.

Books mentioned include:

So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison

Such Sharp Teeth by Rachel Harrison

Play Nice by Rachel Harrison

Simply More by Cynthia Erivo

Bootleggin Books

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0600

On this episode, Chelsea and Mariah discuss Winter Reading Programs and the following books:

The Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan

Rabbit by Patricia Williams

Replaceable You by Mary Roach

The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel

Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Sutanto

The Wettest County in the World by Matt Bondurant

Reading Up a Storm & Thank You for the Memories

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:00:00 -0600

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 Edwards
The Silent Companions by Lara Purcell
My Friends by Fredrik Backman
In the Time of Five Pumpkins by Alexander McCall Smith
Chasing the Horizon by Mary Connealy

And 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.

Delving into Audio Books for the New Year!

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0600

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. Tolkien
Outlander series by Diana Gabaldon
11/22/63 by Stephen King
King and Maxwell series by David Baldacci
The Teacher by Frieda McFadden
The Housemaid by Frieda McFadden
The Housemaid's Secret by Frieda McFadden
Fever Beach by Carl Hiaasen
Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls
School for Psychics by K.C. Archer
Skipping Christmas by John Grisham
Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

Winter Vibes

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0600

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

A Thanksgiving Feast of Excellent Books

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 15:00:00 -0600

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

From Spooky Season to Slow-Living Season

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -0500

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

Learning "How-To"

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0500

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

Explore and Excel at the Library

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0500

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.

Great Big Beautiful Mysteries

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Chelsea discuss the September programs and explore big, beautiful mysteries.

Great Big Beautiful Life by Emily Henry
The Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose
The Inspector & Mrs. Jeffries by Emily Brightwell
All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker
Such Quiet Girls by Noelle W. Ihli

Volcanos, Wars, & Magical Lands

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Abriel and Mariah discuss programs and library happenings. Books discussed include:

Nordlys by Malin Falch

The Quiet Librarian by Allen Eskens

Sharp Objects by Gillian Flynn

Endings and New Beginnings

Thu, 31 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Summer reading is ending, but we have a new beginning. Introducing Ms. Melissa, our new Children’s Librarian at the Allen County Public Library. Summer reading highlights are mentioned, as well as these books.

Chicken-Fried Women: Friendship, Kinship, and the Women Who Made Us This Way by Melissa Radke and Worthy Books.

Run for the Hills by Kevin Wilson

Vera Wong’s Guide to Snooping by Jesse Q. Sutanto

The View from Lake Como by Adriana Trigiani

True Tales of Strong Women

Thu, 17 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Abbie and Chelsea talk about summer programs and books featuring strong women. Books discussed include:

Matriarch by Tina Knowles

The House of My Mother by Shari Franke

Maria by Michelle Moran

From Dark & Mysterious to Light & Lovely

Thu, 03 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Amanda and Mariah talk about library happenings and books they feel are worth recommending.

Books mentioned include:

The Girl in Cabin 13 by A.J. Rivers
Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng
The Highgate Cemetery Murder: A Tate & Bell Mystery by Irina Shapiro
Whispers at Dusk: The Blackbird Trilogy by Heather Graham
Love, The Earth by Frances Stickley
What a Wonderful World by Bob Thiele & George David Weiss

Summer is Flying By

Thu, 19 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Shelia talk about summer reading activities for patrons of all ages and books they feel are worth recommending. Books discussed include:

On A Quiet Street by Seraphina Nova Glass

Brooke Shields is Not Allowed to Get Old by Brooke Shields

Shadow of the Solstice: A Leaphorn, Chee & Manuelito Novel by Anne Hillerman

Tough Luck by Sandra Dallas

The Maid by Nita Prose

The Women on Platform Two by Laura Anthony

Summer Frenzy

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 16:00:00 -0500

Amanda and Abby talk about the Summer Reading frenzy, thanks to all the special programs scheduled for youth, teens, and adults this summer at the Allen County Public Library. They also discuss and recommend the books below for avid readers.

Hidden Pictures by Jason Rekulak

Black Woods Blue Sky by Eowyn Ivey

Why You Will Marry the Wrong Person by The School of Life and Alain de Botton

Black Girl You Are Atlas by Renee Watson

Color Our World

Thu, 22 May 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Chelsea and Shelia discuss Color Our World Summer Reading Activities for kids, teens, and adults, and the Friends of the Library Book Sale.

Books discussed include:

Is She Really Going Out with Him? by Sophie Cousens

Middle of the Night by Riley Sager

The Night We Lost Him by Laura Dave

Three Days in June by Anne Tyler

Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave by Elle Cosimano

Empathy & Giggles with Jamie & Maria

Fri, 09 May 2025 14:00:00 -0500

Jamie & Maria talk about summer reading events, art programs, and books they've read and recommend. Books discussed include:

Thunderhead by Douglas Preston & Lincoln Child

The Typewriter by Julie Hogue

Myron Bolitar Series by Harlan Coben

Dark Rose by Chevy Stephens

Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding

Short Reads, Deep Thinking

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, Abby and Amanda discuss a few reads and library happenings.

Books mentioned:

Precious Rubbish by Kayla E

Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan

Make Your Bed: Little Things That Can Change Your Life...& Maybe the World by US Admiral Navy William H. McRaven

Spring Has Sprung at the Library

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 11:00:00 -0500

Chelsea and Maria share about Spring events at the library and recommend several books they've read recently. Books discussed include:

Finlay Donovan Digs Her Own Grave by Elle Cosimano
Girls Like Us by Christina Alger
Raised by a Serial Killer by April Balascio
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
The Twelve Dates of Christmas by Jenny Bayliss
The Happy Ever After Playlist by Abby Jimenez
Life’s Too Short by Abby Jimerez

Growing Through a Breakup!

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0500

Amanda and Shelia talk about library events and discuss the following highly recommended books.

The Women of Wyntons by Donna Mumma
Good Material by Dolly Alderton
The Wedding People by Alison Espach
Sweet Vidalia by Lisa Sandlin
Girls Like Us by Cristina Alger
Unplanned by Alana Terry

Supernatural Element

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0600

Jamie and Abriel discuss library events and recommend books they feel are worth reading. Books discussed include:

The Hiding Place by C.J. Tudor
We Are Watching by Alison Gaylin
Framed by John Grisham and Jim McCloskey
Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney
Lost Ark Dreaming by Suyi Davies Okungbowa

A Bit of History, Mystery, and Ghost Stories

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 14:00:00 -0600

Chelsea and Shelia shared library happenings and book club selections and discussed and recommended the following books.

JFK Jr.: An Intimate Oral Biography by Rose Marie Terenzio, Liz McNeil, et al.

The Cliffs by J. Courtney Sullivan

The Sin Eater by Francine Rivers

Weird Stuff and Elvis - Hosted by Jamie and Amanda

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 15:00:00 -0600

Jamie and Amanda discuss library programs and books they feel are worth reading. Books mentioned include:

The Life Impossible by Matt Haig
The House at Watch Hill by Karen Marie Moning
From Here to the Great Unknown: A Memoir by Lisa Marie Presley and Riley Keough
Burn by Peter Heller
The River by Peter Heller
A Grim Reaper’s Guide to Catching a Killer by Maxie Dara
We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer

Milk, Bread, and Books!

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0600

As the winter storm approaches, Mariah and Abby discuss the library's preparation, upcoming events, and what they have been reading lately.

Books discussed include:
- The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien
- The Third Gilmore Girl by Kelly Bishop
- Bless Your Heart by Lindy Ryan

Books to Warm Your Heart

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0600

Don't miss meeting Santa and Christmas Palooza on Monday, December 16th at 5:00 PM. Registration is open for Prime Time Family Read Night that starts January 16, 2025.

Books discussed include:

The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife
By Any Other Name by Jodi Picoult
The Grey Wolf by Louise Penny
The Dallergut Dream Department Store by Lee Mi-Ye
Midnight at the Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan
The Great Hippopotamus Hotel by Alexander McCall Smith

Romancing the Makerspace

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 17:00:00 -0600

Chelsea and Jamie share information about the library's maker space and the "Library of Things," which crafty patrons might want to check out.

Books discussed include:

Hamish Macbeth and Agatha Raisin series by M.C. Beaton
The Accidental Medium by Tracy Whitwell
Cassandra in Reverse by Holly Smale
The Seven Year Slip by Ashley Poston
The Night We Lost Him by Laura Dave
The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez

Cowboys and Pirates with Abby and Mariah

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 15:00:00 -0600

Abby and Mariah discuss books they recommend and programs at the library.

Books discussed include:

A Salty Piece of Land by Jimmy Buffett

Are You There, God? It’s Me, Margaret by Judy Blume

What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? by Henry Farrell

Lula Dean’s Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten Mill

Ash’s Cabin by Jen Wang (Graphic Novel)

Historical Fiction is the Flavor of this Episode

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Chelsea and Shelia talk about:

40 Acres and No Mule by Janice Holt Giles

The Booklover’s Library by Madeline Martin

Nineteen Steps by Millie Bobbie Brown

The Jane Austen Society by Natalie Jenner

The Extraordinary Deaths of Mrs. Kip by Sara Brunsvold

Trick-O-Treat and Other Things Neat @ ACPL

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Amanda reminisce about past Trick-O-Treat Parades. On October 25 at 10:00 a.m., kids in costume with an adult are invited to join us as we visit local merchants.

Books discussed include:

The Life Impossible by Matt Haig

An Echo in the Bone by Diana Gabaldon

Somewhere Beyond the Sea by T.J. Klune

The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis by George Stephanopoulos

Cozy Reads for You with Abby and Chelsea

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Abby and Chelsea share library happenings and books they recommend. Books discussed include:

The Starling House by Alix E. Harrow

Slow Dance by Rainbow Rowell

Hirayasumi by Keigo Shinzo

True Crime, Office Politics, and The Christy Awards

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Shelia talk about Scottsville native Hope Gibbs visiting the library on September 17 at 1:00 pm to talk about her award-winning book, Where the Grass Grows Blue. Other books discussed include:

Doomsday Mother by John Glass
I Hope This Finds You Well by Natalie Sue
The Last Anniversary by Liane Moriarty
One of Us is Dead by Geneva Rose
What Have You Done by Shari Lapena
You Should Have Told the Bees by Amanda Cox (2024 Christy Award Finalist)
Appalachian Song by Michelle Shocklee (2024 Christy Award Finalist)
Agatha Raisin Series by M.C. Beaton

Listen for a Dopamine Boost

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Abby and Amanda share library happenings such as our Friends of the Library book sale, Lego-My-Library, and more. Books reviewed include:

Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembke
Where? by Jordan Collins
A Daughter of Fair Verona by Christina Dodd

Romance is Not So Bad

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 13:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Chelsea discuss library programs, book clubs, and books they're reading and recommending. Books mentioned include:

The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer
A Simple Favor by Darcey Bell
The Doomsday Mother by John Glatt
Funny Story by Emily Henry
The Devil Behind the Badge by Rick Jervis
Crow Talk by Eileen Garvin
The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin
Agatha Raisin Series by M.C. Beaton
One of Us Knows by Alyssa Cole

A Bit of Mystery, History, and Suspense

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 14:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Shelia celebrate the end of summer reading and share information about the library's next adventure scheduled for First Friday, on August 2 at 6:00 pm.

Books discussed include:

A Talent for Murder by Pete Swanson
The Midnight Feast by Lucy Foley
One Perfect Couple by Ruth Ware
The Nature of Fragile Things by Susan Meissner
The Bloomsbury Girls by Natalie Jenner
The Nature of Disappearing by Kimi Cunningham Grant
Surviving Savannah by Patti Callahan

Summer Reading Adventures with Chelsea and Amanda

Fri, 19 Jul 2024 11:00:00 -0500

Chelsea and Amanda catch up on summer reading activities, and books they feel are worth reading.

Foraging Kentucky by George Barnett. Mr. Barnett will be at the library on Tuesday, July 23 at 5:30

In Five Years by Rebecca Serle

Expiration Date by Rebecca Serle

The Measure by Nikki Erlick

The Maid by Nita Prose

The Mystery Guest by Nita Prose

Summer Fun at the Allen County Public Library

Thu, 13 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0500

Shelia and Mariah talk about Summer Reading Adventures @ ACPUBLIB.com and books we're reading and recommending.

Books mentioned include:
Finlay Donovan Rolls the Dice by Elle Cosimano
Wicked (Lizzie & Diesel Series) by Janet Evanovich
The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick
Loyally Luke by Pepper Basham
The Song of Sourwood Mountain by Ann H. Gabhart

Ghost Stories and Summer Reading

Fri, 10 May 2024 10:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Mariah and Chelsea discuss their latest reads and the upcoming adult and teen summer reading programs.

Books discussed include:
- Murder Road by Simone St. James
- The New Couple in 5B by Lisa Unger
- The September House Carissa Orlando
- Lunar New Year Love Story by Gene Luen Yang and Leuyen Pham

Rainy Days and Books Go Together

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 10:00:00 -0500

Ms. Amanda and Ms. Shelia share library events and books we're reading and recommending.

The Dutch House by Anne Patchett
The Lost Flowers of Alice Hart by Holly Ringland
The Songbird of Hope Hill by Kim Vogel
Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford
The Little Italian Hotel by Phaedra Patrick.

The Eclipse, Ghosts, & Nonsense

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 16:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Mariah reviewed lots of books:

· A Place for Vanishing by Ann Fraistat
· The September House by Carissa Orlando
· Heartbroken by Lisa Unger
· The Teacher by Freida McFadden
· Finlay Donovan Jumps the Gun by Elle Cosimano
· The Other Mrs. by Mary Kubica
· The Finders by Jeffrey Burton

Programs mentioned:

May 4, 2024 Study in Oil Paint

May 6, 2024 Pom-Pom Wreath

May 11, 2024 Kids Card workshop

Not All Librarians are Avid Readers

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 15:00:00 -0500

Chelsea and Abbriel talk about library programs, equipment in the library in our maker space, and the books they are reading. Books mentioned include:

The Kamagawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashisai
Argylle by Elly Conway

Murders, Betrayal, Hopelessness, and Potatoes hosted by Mariah and Chelsea

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 10:00:00 -0600

Books discussed include:

The End of Her by Shari Lapena
Small Town Sins by Ken Jaworowski
Capote's Women: A True Story of Love and Betrayal, and a Swan Song for an Era by Laurence Leamer

Murderers, Liars, and Bears, Oh My!

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 15:00:00 -0600

Jamie and Shelia talk books. Books reviewed include:

A Deeper Sleep by Dana Stabenow
The Sleeping Lady by Robert Graysmith
The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood
The Guardians by John Grisham
The Lost Husband by Katherine Center
Circe by Madeline Miller, et al.
The Invisible Life of Addie Larue by V.E. Schwab

Thought-Provoking Reads

Fri, 26 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0600

Abby and Amanda discuss two thought-provoking books:

The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi

Babel by R.F. Kuang

Programs mentioned include:

Air-Dry Clay Planter Workshop
Prime Time Family Read Night
Tinker Time
Cricket Card-Making Session
K-Ready Love Event

Murder, Murder, and More Murder with Shelia and Mariah

Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0600

Topics mentioned: Prime Time Family Read Night, Outreach Services, Book Clubs, Friends of the Library, Art Programs, and of course, what we're reading.

Books Discussed:

None of This is True by Lisa Jewell
A Most Agreeable Murder by Juliea Seales
Guidebook to Murder by Lyn Cahoon
A Curious Beginning by Deana Raybourn
Meet Me at the Lake by Carly Fortune

Feel Good Murder Club Books and Romcoms to Die For

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 13:00:00 -0600

Jamie and Chelsea devoured a host of murder books and a few Romcoms for dessert.

Programs discussed include Santa and Mrs. Claus on December 18th at 5:00 pm. computer classes, trivia nights, Legos, and Photo Calendar Workshop. Check out our events page for the details.

Books discussed include:

Weather Girl by Rachel Lynn Solomon
The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston
Dorothy Parker Drank Here by Ellen Meister
The Last Devil to Die by Richard Osman (Thursday Murder Club Series)
The Marlow Murder Club by Robert Thorogood
Death Comes to Marlow by Robert Thorogood
What Rose Forgot by Nevada Barr
The Lonely Hearts Book Club by Lucy Gilmore
Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon.

An Honest Review

Thu, 30 Nov 2023 14:00:00 -0600

Amanda and Abby talk about library events and current reads. Find out when the Lego Pet Building Challenge will take place and when Santa and Mrs. Claus will be a t the library.

Books mentioned include:

Starling House by Alix E. Harrow
An Honest Man by Michael Koryta

Britney, Gossip Magazines and Other Must Reads

Thu, 16 Nov 2023 17:00:00 -0600

Chelsea and Mariah chat about library programs, including our Teen Art Guild (TAG), Tinker Time, and Book Clubs. Mariah talks about being featured in Star Magazine when she was a kid. Books discussed include:

Lock Every Door by Riley Sager
The Woman in Me by Britney Spears

Fantastic Fall Programs and Books with Ms. Amanda and Ms. Shelia

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0500

Ms. Amanda and Ms. Shelia share program happenings. We're excited to host the Allen County Historical Society on Monday, November 20 at 7:00 pm. Mike Wolfe from the television show American Pickers will be their guest speaker.

Books reviewed include:

The Collected Regrets of Clover by Mikki Brammer

Tom Lake by Ann Patchett

Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner

Canary Girls by Jennifer Chiaverini

The Raging Storm by Ann Cleeves

Tales and Tidbits with Jamie and Mariah

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Mariah talk about Jamie's new dog, and their favorite all-time character, Will Trent. Finally, they discuss a few books that have nothing to do with Will Trent. Books mentioned include:

How Can I Help You? by Laura Sims
The Last Word by Taylor Adams
Big Swiss by Jen Beagin, Rebecca Lowman, et al.
I'm Not Dying with You Tonight by Kimberly Jones and Gilly Segal
After That Night by Karin Slaughter
Boot Bones by Carlyn Haines

Programs mentioned include:
Halloween Trick-O-Treat Parade, Teen Art Guild (TAG), Homeschool Coders, Books on the Square, and more.

Rainy Day Reads

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Amanda and Chelsea discuss upcoming programs like Animal Tales and Harvesting Native Seeds. They also discuss their recent reads.

Books discussed:
Tom Lake by Anne Patchett
Strip Tees by Kate Flannery
Happiness Falls by Angie Kim

From Murder to Love and Light

Thu, 14 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Among the Stacks, Jamie and Delonda discuss recent programming and upcoming community events. They also discuss some of their recent reads.

Books mentioned this episode:
- Outlander by Diana Gabaldon
- After That Night by Karin Slaughter
- Joe Picket Series by C.J. Box
- The Story Sisters by Alice Hoffman
- The Only One Left by Riley Sager
- Under the Whispering Door by T.J> Klune
- Weyward by Emilia Hart
- The House on Tradd Stree by Karen White
- Those Empty Eyes by Charlie Donlea
- The Perfect Stranger by Megan Miranda
- Come Find Me by Megan Miranda

Back to Business

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:00:00 -0500

In this episode of Among the Stacks, Mariah and Chelsea discuss the return of regular programming and upcoming September programs including trivia night and painting classes. They also discuss some of their recent reads.

Books mentioned this episode:
- The Lost Girls by John Glatt
- Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld
- Those Empty Eyes by Charlie Donlea
- Dial A for Aunties by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Too Many Secrets & Stolen Tomatoes

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 15:00:00 -0500

Amanda and Mariah talk about the new Boys & Girls Club, upcoming programs and books. Books mentioned include:

With My Little Eye by Joshilyn Jackson
The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf
After That Night: A Will Trent Thriller by Karin Slaughter
Weyward by Emilia Hart
The Old Lion by Jeff Shaara
The Whispers by Ashley Audrain

Puppets, Dolls, and Squirrels

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Mariah talk about books they've been reading and recommend. Books and series mentioned include:

How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix

The Southern Book Club’s Gide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix

Horrorstor by Grady Hendrix

The Final Girl Support Group by Grady Hendrix

A Knock at Midnight by Brittany K. Barnett

Volcano & Earthquake (DK Eyewitness) by Susanna Van Rose

Criminal: A Will Trent Thriller by Karin Slaughter

Cop Town by Karin Slaughter

Carolyn Haines Bones Series

Stargazer by Anne Hillerman.

Aurora Teagarden Mysteries by Charlaine Harris

Sweet Summertime!

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Chelsea & Amanda discuss the summer reading programs thus far and what to expect in the coming weeks.

Books Mentioned:

One Italian Summer by Rebecca Serle
Fairy Tale by Stephen King

Summer Reading is Here!

Wed, 24 May 2023 14:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Shelia talk about Summer Reading registration, programs, and prizes and what they're reading and recommending.

Books discussed include:

Sundown Motel by Simone St. James

Silence for the Dead by Simone St. James

Vera Wong’s Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto

Pronto by Elmore Leonard, which inspired the television series Justified.

A Botanist’s Guide to Parties and Poisons by Kate Khavari

The Lioness by Chris Bohjalian

Books and more books...and TV...and movies...

Mon, 08 May 2023 07:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Dee have a conversation about what's happening at the library and some of their favorite books as well as TV and movies inspired by their favorites!
Books discussed today include: Killers of a Certain Age, Deanna Raybourn; Once Upon a Wardrobe, Patti Callahan (peripherally, the Narnia series by C.S. Lewis and Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patti Callahan); The Soulmate by Sally Hepworth; the Aurora Teagarden series by Charlaine Harris; the Gwendy trilogy by Stephen King and Richard Chizmar; the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling; Anne of Green Gables by L.M. Montgomery; Secrets of a Heartnote by Stacey Lee.

Strange & Unusual Reads with Mariah and Amanda

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0500

First Friday is back!

Strange & Unusual Books discussed:

Celine by Peter Heller

What Have We Done by Alex Finlay

The Bad Beginning by Lemony Snicket

Every Window Filled with Light by Shelia Stovall

The Measure by Nikki Erlick

Smoke Gets in Your Eyes: And Other Lessons from the Crematory by Caitlin Doughty

Will My Cat Eat My Eyeballs by Caitlin Doughty

Jamie & Dee Talk Books & More Books

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Books discussed include:

City of Ghost by Victoria Schwab

Tunnel of Bones by Victoria Schwab

A Magical Bakery Series by Bailey Cates

Stardust by Neil Gaiman

The Sleeper and the Spindle by Neil Gaiman

M is for Magic by Neil Gaiman

Odd and the Frost Giants by Neil Gaimon and Chris Riddell

Before the Coffee Gets Cold by Tashikazu Kawaguchi

Ghost 19 by Simone St. James

We Carry Their Bones by Erin Kimmerle

Entangled Life by Merlin Sheldrake

Finding the Mother Tree by Suzanne Simard

Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer

Just the Nicest Couple by Mary Kubica

The Kind Worth Saving by Peter Swanson

Mike Bowditch Series by Paul Doiron

March Madness @ the Allen County Public Library

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0600

Chelsea & Amanda talk about all the program happenings such as Irish Dancing, Arts & Crafts, and a Special Railroad History Program.

Books discussed:

Malibu Rising by Taylor Jenkins Reid

Daisy Jones and the Six by Taylor Jenkins Reid

The Bodyguard by Katherine Center

Outdoor Kids in an Inside World by Steven Rinella

Shelia & Mariah Talk Books

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0600

Books discussed include:

Black Flower by Young-ha Kim
What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty
An Easy Death by Charlaine Harris
Three Weeks to Say Goodbye by C.J. Box
Small Game by Blair Braverman
Home Before Dark by Riley Sager

Deep & Shallow Reads & Program Happenings

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 16:00:00 -0600

Books reviewed by Amanda and Chelsea include:

A History of Wild Places by Shea Ernshaw

The Bullet that Missed (The Thursday Murder Club) by Richard Osman

Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver

Thank you for Listening by Julia Whelan

So Many Books, So Many Programs

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0600

Dee and Mariah Discuss:

The Witching Hour by Anne Rice

Lasher by Anne Rice

The Last to Vanish by Megan Miranda

Such a Quiet Place by Megan Miranda

Killing the Legends by Bill O’Reilly

Killing Kennedy by Bill O’Reilly

Fragile by Lisa Unger

Crazy Love You by Lisa Unger

Darkness, My Old Friend by Lisa Unger

A Study in Scarlet by Arthur Conan Doyle

Them Bones by Carolyn Haines

Ghost Wood Song by Erica Waters

Such a Quiet Place by Megan Miranda

Hard Wired By Len Vlahos

Beyond the Wand by Tom Felton

Somebody's Daughter By David Bell

Bring Her Home By David Bell

Will Trent Series by Karin Slaughter

Check out the "Events" Tab at www.allencountylibrary.com to see all the great programs scheduled.

A New Calendar, A New Program, and New Books for the New Year

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0600

Programs mentioned:
The InBetweens
Prime Time Family Read Night

Books mentioned:

The Paris Dressmaker by Kristy Cambron

The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell

Authentically, Izzy by Pepper Basham

Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus

Reading Recaps & More!

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:00:00 -0600

This episode highlights the most checked-out books of the year at the library. Listen as we discuss new and upcoming programs, as well as a couple of reads that we have enjoyed.

Books Mentioned

The Wave by Susan Casey
Horse by Geraldine Brooks

Top 5 Most Checked-Out Books
1.) Reminders of Him by Colleen Hoover
2.) Lily Girl's Christmas Quilt by Ann Hazelwood
3.) Ugly Love by Colleen Hoover
4.) Layla by Colleen Hoover
5.) It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover

Holiday Happenings

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0600

Programs Discussed:
Adult Lego on November 29 at 5:00 pm. Last Tuesday every month.
Meet Santa on First Friday, December 2 at 6:00.
Paint a Poinsettia with Ms. Maria on December 3 or 14.
Lego for School Age on December 17 at 11:00 am.

Books Discussed include:
The Boys from Biloxi by John Grisham
The House Across the Lake by Riley Sager
Home Before Dark by Riley Sager
The Witching Hour by Anne Rice
She's Gone by David Bell
Book Lovers by Emily Henry
The Queen Bee of Mimosa Branch by Haywood Smith
The Joe Pickett Series by C.J. Box
Then She Was Gone by Lisa Jewell
Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

Creeping it Real

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Mariah are ready for the Spooky Season with these reads. Enjoy some treats as well with movie recommendations and program happenings at ACPL.

Books Mentioned:
Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney
How to Survive a Horror Movie - All the Skills to Dodge the Kills by Seth Grahame-Smith
Home Before Dark by Riley Sager
The Broken Girls by Simone St. James
The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley

Movies Mentioned:
Elvis
Where the Crawdads Sing
Halloween Ends

Fall Into Reading

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 16:00:00 -0500

Amanda and Chelse talk about happenings at the Allen County Public Library and discuss what they are reading.

Programs Mentioned

Touch the Truck
The Graveline Tour, October 14 and 15 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
Program on L & N Depot by Dr. Mark Huntsman preceding Graveline Tour
Strings and Things: Crafting Holiday Dishcloths.
Youth - Trick O’ Treat Parade: Friday, October 28 at 10:00 am

Books Discussed:

Something Borrowed by Emily Giffin
Meant to Be by Emily Giffin
I’m Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy
The Body by Bill Bryson
A Walk in the Woods by Bill Bryson
The School for Good Mothers by Jessamine Chan, Catherine Ho, et al.

Special Programs, Introducing our Maker-Space for Crafters and Interesting Books

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 10:00:00 -0500

Special Programs Mentioned:

Drive-In at the Library on October 3, 2022

Touch the Truck on October 6, 2022

Books on the Square Book Club meets 3rd Tuesday each month at 1:00 pm

Murder/Mystery Book Club meets 3rd Tuesday each month at 5:00 pm

Introducing our Maker Space

Books Discussed

Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt

The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin

The Good Left Undone by Adriana Trigiani

Nothing to See Here by Kevin Wilson

Darling Girl by Liz Michalski

Something for Everyone in September

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Shelia and Dee talk about September programs and books we're reading and recommending. Books mentioned include:

Sugar and Salt by Susan Wiggs

The Cartographer’s Secret by Tea Cooper

The Black Witch by Laurie Forest

The Bone Garden by Tess Gerritsen

The Surgeon by Tess Gerritsen

No Bad Deed by Heather Chavez

Out of the Clear Blue Sky by Kristin Higgins

The Forest of Souls by Lori M. Lee

Things to Come

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Amanda and Jamie talk about new programs to come and what they're reading.

Books discussed include:

Local Gone Missing by Fiona Barton
The Wrong Family by Tarryn Fisher
The Bookwoman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson
The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward
The House of Sale and Sorrows by Erin A. Craig
Small Favors by Erina A. Craig
The Love of My Life by Rosie Walsh.

Summer Reading Wrap Up

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 13:00:00 -0500

Chelsea and Amanda talk about library happenings and the following books:

Booth by Karen Joy Fowler
Atlas of the Heat: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience by Brené Brown.
The Invisible Husband of Flick Island by Colleen Oakley
One Night on the Island by Josie Silver

The Oldie and the Newbie - Jamie and Ella Talk Books

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 15:00:00 -0500

Jan Karon’s Mitford Series. Home to Holly Springs

The Virgil Flowers Series by John Sanford

Persuasion by Jane Austen

Elevator Pitch by Linwood Barclay

A Noise Downstairs by Linwood Barclay

Alben Barkley: A Life in Politics by James K. Libbey

Devolution by Max Brooks

Monster by Frank Peretti

Selected Poems by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

The Death of Mrs. Westaway by Ruth Ware

So Much Going On!

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 16:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Dee discuss library events such as pouring paint, author meet & greet, Prime Time Family Reading, book clubs, and more. These books were mentioned or discussed.

The Safe Place by Anna Downes

Nine Lives by Peter Swanson

Hide and Seek by James Patterson

The Fear by Natasha Preston

An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir

Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens

Gone for Good by Joanna Schaffhausen

Summer Reading is for Everyone

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 14:00:00 -0500

Ms. Shelia and Ms. Amanda talk about our Summer Reading programs for children, teens, and adults. There are too many programs to mention them all. Check out our Facebook page or website @ www.allencountylibrary.com. Books discussed include:

UnMasked: My Life Solving America's Cold Cases by Paul Holes
Watercress by Gregory Maguire
What Rose Forgot by Nevada Barr
The Secret Place by Tana French

Summer Kickoff

Thu, 26 May 2022 17:00:00 -0500

In this episode, Jamie and Mariah discuss the upcoming Summer Reading Kickoff and their latest reads!

Books discussed include:
Some Choose Darkness by Charlie Donlea
Odd Thomas by Dean Koontz
The Overnight Guest by Heather Gudenkauf
This is How I lied by Heather Gudenkauf
Whistling Past the Graveyard by Susan Crandall
The Younger wife by Sally Hepworth
A Blizzard of Polar Bears by Alice Henderson
Have you seen me by Kate White
Nothing to see here by Keven Wilson

Shows mentioned include:
The Woman in the House Across the Street from the Girl in the Window
Ozark

A Few Good Reads

Thu, 12 May 2022 15:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, Chelsea & Amanda talk about the many programs taking place at the library as well as the books they're reading. If you love a good mystery, realistic characters, sweet tales, and a happy ending, you might want to check these out!

Books mentioned:
The Maid by Nita Prouse
Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman
Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah
Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne

To be discussed later:
Unmasked: My Life Solving America's Cold Cases by Paul Holes

Spring Reading Fling

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 11:00:00 -0500

Shelia and Jamie talk about library book clubs, art programs, and more happenings this Spring. Books discussed include:

The Girl Who Was Taken by Charlie Donlea
Some Choose Darkness by Charlie Donlea
The Guest List by Lucy Foley
The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley
Mary Jane by Jessica Anya Blau
The Reading List by Sara Nisha Adams
XO by Jeffery Deaver
French Braid by Anne Tyler
Finlay Donovan Knocks ‘Em Dead by Elle Cosimano

Busy Bees

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0500

Description: In this episode, Chelsea and Dee discussed the library’s recent spring break art programs as well as upcoming programs like T-shirt weaving class and Perler Bead Club. They also discussed their current reads.

Books discussed:

Vanishing Season by Joanna Schaffhausen

No Mercy by Joanna Schaffhausen

All the Best Lies by Joanna Schaffhausen

Every Waking Hour by Joanna Schaffhausen

Last Seen Alive by Joanna Schaffhausen

Court of Swans by Melanie Dickerson

Castle of Refuge by Melanie Dickerson

The Princess Spy by Melanie Dickerson

The Silent Song Bird by Melanie Dickerson

Black Hollow Lane by Julia Nobel

Secret of the White Gate by Julia Nobel

The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury

The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley

Books, Programs, & More @ the Allen County Public Library

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 -0500

· Ain’t Burned All the Bright by Jason Reynolds and Jason Griffin

· Meddling Kids by Edgar Cantero

· Scott Brick vs. Dick Hill narrating the Jack Reacher Series by Lee Child.

· Will Trent Series by Karin Slaughter

· The Passenger by Lisa Lutz

· Push by Sapphire

· The Burning Girls C.J. Tudor

· First Friday Event, April 1, 2022, starting at 6:00 pm. Friends of the Library will host a Used Book Sale.

· Kindergarten Readiness on Monday, April 4th at Green Valley Apartments at 10:00 am Alco Apartments at 12:00 pm, and Landmark Apartments at 2:00 pm.

· Tuesday, April 5th, Home-school children can visit the Allen County Board of Education for a Book Give-Away

· Need More Acres Farm received a grant. Pregnant women on Medicaid can apply at the Allen County Public Library to receive 40 weeks of fresh food meal kits.

Spring is Coming, But It's Going to Snow

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0600

Ms. Shelia and Ms. Mariah talk about programs for kids and adults, and the following books are mentioned or discussed.

State of Terror by Hillary Rodham Clinton & Louise Penny
Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty
False Witness by Karin Slaughter
Good Rich People by Eliza Jan Brazier
Murder at the Courthouse by Ann H. Gabhart
Until Leaves Fall by Sarah Sundin
Finlay Donovan Is Killing It by Elle Cosimano

Programs Mentioned:

Books on the Square - Third Tuesday each month at 2:00 pm.
Murder at the Library Book Club, April 19th at 5:00 pm.
Story Hour for Pre-school Children - Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday at 10:00 am.
First Friday - First Friday of each month, there will be a community event in front of the library.
Prime Time Family Read Night starts July 14, 2022.

Chilling Reads for February and Other Happenings

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 17:00:00 -0600

Join Jamie and Delonda as they discuss a variety of chilling and suspenseful books and announce programs happening at the Allen County Public Library. Books mentioned include:
Meddling Kids by Edgar Cantero

Rabbits by Terry Miles

The Jack Reacher television series based on the Killing Floor by Lee Child

A Solitude of Wolverines by Alice Henderson

Later by Stephen King

End of Watch by Stephen King

Billy Summers by Stephen King

Gwendy’s Final Task by Stephen King and Richard Dhizmar, et. al

Little Darlings by Melanie Golding

A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow

The Vanishing Season by Joann Schauffhausen

You Love Me by Caroline Kepnes

Mysteries, Tea, and Reads

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:00:00 -0600

Books discussed by Chelsea and Mariah in this episode:

Real Murders (The Murder Club) by Charlaine Harris

Jack Reacher Series by Lee Childs

Have You Seen Me? by Kate White

Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake

Girl of Nightmares by Kendare Blake

Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarty

Beat the January Blues by Reading

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Shelia and Amanda discuss books they are reading to beat the January blues.
Books mentioned include:

The Push by Ashley Audrain
The Giver by Lois Lowry
The Gifts of Imperfection: 10th Anniversary Edition by Brené Brown
Repo Girl by Jane Fenton
The Judges List by John Grisham
The Whistler by John Grisham

Favorite Books We Read in 2021

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0600

Jamie and Amanda mention The Book of Magic by Alice Hoffman, The Ten Thousand Doors of January by Alix E. Harrow, A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow, The Queen’s Gambit by Walter Tevis, Quiet in Her Bones by Nalini Singh, Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell, Every Bone a Prayer by Ashley Blooms, Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey, Our Sense of Place by Glen Conner, The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson and Laura Miller, Anne Perry and the Murder of the Century by Peter Graham.

Reading Slump

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0600

In this episode of Among the Stacks, Chelsea and Mariah discuss library happenings and their recent reading slumps. They happen to us all, even librarians! They also discuss what they have been reading lately.

Items discussed in this episode:

Television show- New Girl - Sitcom 2011-2018 Zooey Deschanel

Documentary- Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers - Running Down a Dream

Books-

Stay Sexy and Don't Get Murdered- Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark
Never Saw Me Coming - Vera Kurlan
A Spindle Splintered by Alix E. Harrow
The Guilt Trip by Sadie Jones.

A Cornucopia of Books for Thanksgiving

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0600

Dee and Shelia discuss cookbooks for the upcoming holiday and books we've recently read and books on our to-be-read shelf. Books mentioned include:

The Complete America's Test Kitchen TV Show Cookbook 2001-2022.
The Southern Living Party Cookbook.
Never Saw Me Coming by Vera Kurian
That Weekend by Kara Thomas
Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey
The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin
Three Sisters by Heather Morris
Lightning Strike by William Kent Krueger
Becoming Mrs. Lewis by Patti Callahan
Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan
Apples Never Fall by Liane Moriarity
The Mother-In-Law by Sally Hepworth

And we talked about Book Club which meets at the Allen County Public Library the third Tuesday of each month at 1:00 pm.

Murder and Mayhem

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Mariah and Jamie discuss:

Jack Reacher Series by Lee Child

Spenser Series by Robert B. Parker

Ellie Hatcher Series by Alafair Burke

Sookie Stackhouse Series and Aurora Teagarden Series by Sookie Stackhouse

Never Let You Go by Chevy Stevens

The Fever by Megan Abbott

The Last Black Unicorn by Tiffany Haddish

Fall Break Reading, Baking, Bigfoot Sightings in Allen County, Bat Boy, and More

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Join Ms. Mariah and Ms. Shelia as we talk about what we're reading, Big Foot sightings in Allen County, and more. Books discussed include:

Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr

All the Light You Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

The Homecoming of Samuel Lake by Jenny Wingfield

The Seeds of Change by Lauraine Snelling

The Silent Wife – Will Trent Series – Karin Slaughter

Books We Had to Put Down

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:00:00 -0500

Description: In this episode, Jamie and Chelsea discuss new library services like Hoopla and new programs like the Knit-along and Fun Lab Fridays. They also discuss some books they just had to put down, because not every book will be your cup of tea. They end the episode by talking about some books that they are reading now.

Books discussed:
• The Road by Cormac McCarthy
• The Last Victim by Karen Robards
• The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini
• An Engagement in Seattle by Debbie Macomber
• Jack Reacher Series by Lee Child
• Will Trent Series by Karen Slaughter
• Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
• Mindhunter by John E. Douglas
• Killer Across the Table by John E. Douglas

Comfort Series & Library Services During the Pandemic

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0500

Ms. Dee and Ms. Mariah discuss favorite series that are almost like comfort food to these librarians. The series discussed include the Will Trent Series by Karin Slaughter, the Nancy Drew Series by Caroline Keen, and the Harry Potter Series by J.K. Rowling. Do you know about interlibrary loans? Is the Allen County Library still offering programs? To learn the answers to these questions, listen.

Reading in the time of COVID19

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:00:00 -0500

Ms. Amanada and Ms. Shelia share information about virtual programs for kids featuring Kindergarten Readiness Books. Children's books mentioned include:
Old Black Fly by Jim Aylesworth, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly by Maurice Sendak. Ms. Shelia shares information about our book club and next month's book, The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.

Adult books discussed include: Once There Were Wolves by Charlotte McConaghy, Quiet in her Bones by Nalini Singh, The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth, The Dictionary of Lost Words by Pip Williams, The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict and Victoria Christopher Murray, Along a Storied Trail by Ann H. Gabhart, How Happiness Happens by Max Lucado, and Chasing Vines by Beth Moore.

Series Reviews

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 15:00:00 -0500

On this episode of Among the Stacks, Mariah and Jamie review several series in multiple formats.

Programs are back at ACPL. We are excited to have everyone here again.

Have you tried our OverDrive or Libby App yet? Ms. Jamie tells of all the advantages of this free app. Endless reading at your fingertips!

Books mentioned:
"Ready Player One" by Ernest Cline
"The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner
"The Will Trent" series by Karin Slaughter
"Tommyknockers" by Stephen King

Movies Mentioned:
"Evil Dead" by Sam Raimi
"Nightmare on Elm Street"
"Hobbit" & "Lord of the Rings" series

End of Summer

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:00:00 -0500

This episode wraps up our summer reading program! Make sure kids turn in logs by July 23rd & don't forget about the finale on Monday July 26th! Animal Tales will join us at Dumont Hill for a LIVE Animal Show. Adults must turn in their BINGO sheets by July 31st to be entered to win 1 of 2 Kindles!

Regular programs are coming back in August for all ages. Check out our online calendar for more information. https://www.allencountylibrary.com/events/2021-08/

Chelsea talks about her fun beachy reads!
"Beach Read" by Emily Henry
"People We Met on Vacation" by Emily Henry
"The Love That Split the World" by Emily Henry

Amanda shares some darker historical novels.
"The Hour of the Witch" by Chris Bohjalian
"The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner

Everything Old is New Again

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:00:00 -0500

Ms. Shelia and Ms. Dolonda discuss old favorites, new versions, and a few new releases. Books and series mentioned include: The Summer of Lost and Found by Mary Alice Monroe, Stargazer by Anne Hillerman, The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer, Local Woman Missing by Mary Kubica, You by Caroline Kepnes, Nancy Drew and the Secret of the Red Gate Farm by Carolyn Keen, The Hardy Boys and the House on the Cliff by Franklin W. Dixon.

Summer Haze & Summer Brains

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0500

Ms. Mariah and Ms. Jame discuss their reading selections through the hazy days of summer. Books mentioned include: The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, The Callahan Series by Spider Robinson, All the Beautiful Lies by Peter Swanson, Before She Knew Him by Peter Swanson, Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson, Mother May I by Joshilyn Jackson and The Turn of the Key by Ruth Ware. The movie Freaky was also mentioned.

The Librarian's Curse

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0500

In this episode Ms. Chelsea and Ms. Dee discuss the summer reading program and their current reads.

Books discussed in this episode:
- The Music of Bees by Eileen Garvin
- You series by Caroline Kepnes
- Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling

Summer Reads and Tails and Tales Events

Thu, 20 May 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Jamie and Shelia talk about Summer Reading activities for kids and adults, and what we're reading and recommending. Books metioned include:

Sunflower Sisters, Lilac Girls, and Lost Roses by Martha Hall Kelley.
The Good Sister by Sally Hepworth
Among a Storied Trail by Ann H. Gabhart
The School of Essential Ingredients by Erica Bauermeister
Like Water for Chocolate by Laura Esquivel

Beach Reads

Thu, 06 May 2021 15:00:00 -0500

In this episode Ms. Mariah and Ms. Chelsea discuss library happenings and some beach reads you should check out!

Books mentioned in this episode:
I'll be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara
Twice Shy by Sarah Hogle
Life's too Short by Abby Jimenez
That Summer by Jennifer Weiner
James Patterson The Quickie
Jeff Lindsey The Dexter Book Series
There You'll Find Me by Jenny B. Jones

Summer Reading Program Plans & Memories

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0500

Summer reading is right around the corner. Ms. Shelia and Ms. Amanda discuss plans and reflect on memories of past programs.

April Ponderings

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 10:00:00 -0500

Ms. Mariah & Dee share all that is going on in the month of April. From gardening to Autism Awareness, books we're reading, and library news, there's lots of things to keep you in the loop with your library.

Books mentioned:
The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
I'll be Gone in the Dark by Michelle McNamara (Murder at the Library Book Club)

Autism Awareness
The Rosie Project
Graeme Simsion
Temple Grandin
The Sound of Letting Go by Stasia Ward Kehoe (Young-Adult)

Women's History Month

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 11:00:00 -0500

Take a listen as Chelsea & Amanda highlight what they're reading, library news, and related books for Women's History Month.

Quotes to remember: "I'm not going to limit myself just because people won't accept the fact that I can do something else." - Dolly Parton

Books mentioned include:

"Furious Hours: Murder, Fraud, and the Last Trial of Harper Lee" by Casey Cep

"Home for Erring and Outcast Girls" by Julie Kibler

"Before and After: The Incredible Real-Life Stories of Orphans Who Survived the Tennessee Children's Home Society" by Judy Christie & Lisa Wingate

"Before We Were Yours" by Lisa Wingate

"Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics" by Dolly Parton and Robert K. Oermann

Stop by the library today to check out or reserve these titles, or download them to your Libby App!

Young Adult & More

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0600

This episode highlights the young adult section of our library collection. Mrs. Dee and Ms. Jamie discuss some popular titles and series, audios, and books they loved, as well as the one's they could have left off their reading list.

A Library & A Garden...That's All You Need!

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 10:00:00 -0600

It today's episode, Mariah and Amanda discuss what they're reading and future programs.

Spring is around the corner! Listen to our garden plans, our past failures, and what we have learned to make our gardens grow.

Books mentioned:
The Last Point Seen (Series) by April Henry
Everything I Never Told You by Celeste Ng
The $64 Tomato by William Alexander
We Are the Gardeners by Joanna Gaines and Kids

Quotes to remember:
"If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need." - Marcus Tullius Cicero
"A book is like a garden carried in the pocket." - Chinese Proverb

Romance at the Library

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 15:00:00 -0600

In this episode Ms. Chelsea and Ms. Jamie discuss the library's upcoming book club selection and their recent romance reads.

Books mentioned in the episode:
Vanessa Yu's Magical Paris Tea Shop by Roselle Lim
Natalie Tan's Book of Luck and Fortune by Roselle Lim
The Duke and I by Julia Quinn
Blood Sucking Fiends by Christopher Moore
Maybe This Time Jennifer Crusie
Paris for One and Other Stories by JoJo Moyes

Thrills and Chills

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 11:00:00 -0600

Ms. Mariah and Ms. Dee discuss some of their favorite thrilling and chilling books:

· Sookie Stackhouse series by Charlaine Harris

· True Crime Podcasts: Dateline

· The Cousins by Karen M. McManus

· Creep by Eireann Corrigan

· Pretty Girls by Karen Slaughter

· When Winter Comes by Nancy Van Laan and Susan Graber

New Year, New You: A Self-Help Edition

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0600

In today's episode, Chelsea and Amanda ring in the new year by discussing new programs at the library as well as the self-help genre of books. They've not always been our cup of tea, but maybe, they have their benefits.

In this episode the following books are discussed:

How to be a Well Being: Unofficial Rules to Live Every Day by Dr. Andy Cope, Jim Pouliopoulos, Sanjeev Sandu

Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action by. Simon Sinek

Christmas Traditions and Book We're Reading

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 15:00:00 -0600

Ms. Shelia, Ms. Amanda, and Ms. Chelsea discuss books and our favorite Christmas traditions. Books mentioned include: Where I Come From by Rick Bragg, The Midnight Library by Matt Haig, Christmas on the Island by Jenny Colgan, All is Bright by Thomas Kinkade and Katherine Spencer, Shepherds Abiding by Jan Karon, and The End of the Magi by Patrick Carr. Ms. Amanda recommends these Christmas books for children: The Queen and the First Christmas by Nancy Churnin and pictures by Luisa Uribe, The Little Fir Tree by Christopher Corr, How to Hide a Lion at Christmas, and An Otis Christmas by Loren Long.

We Ain't Dead Yet

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 13:00:00 -0600

In this episode, Amanda and Chelsea discuss what they have been reading, the youth drawing contest, binge-worthy books, and what they are thankful for.

Books mentioned in this episode include:
Anxious People by Fredrik Backman
Finding Dorothy by Elizabeth Letts
The Ickabog by J.K. Rowling
The Queen's Gambit by Walter Tevis
The Good Lord Bird by Jame McBride
Outlander Series by Diana Gabaldon
Poldark Series by Graham Winston
Normal People by Sally Rooney
You by Caroline Kepnes

Stress Relief

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 10:00:00 -0600

Jamie and Shelia share comfort books they're re-reading as it's sometimes difficult to concentrate on a new book during a stressful time. Shelia compares the old television series, Lost in Space, to the remake. The authors we mention in the show include: Jan Karon, Stephen King, Sarah Loudin Thomas, Tamera Alexander, and Lisa Wingate.

Spooky Things and Scary Reads

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 18:00:00 -0500

Mariah tells about a spooky event while working at the "Haunted Hospital" and Shelia talks about a strange event while working alone at the library. We'll also recommend a few chilling books for the season.

Spirit of Halloween

Thu, 08 Oct 2020 14:00:00 -0500

In today's episode, we will discuss spooky reads, favorite Halloween memories at the library, and a creepy tale from Amanda's family tree.

Welcome to Among the Stacks - September 25, 2020

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 10:00:00 -0500

We shared a few of the most unusual questions we've answered at the circulation desk. Books we discussed and recommended: The Conjure Woman by Afia Atakora, Where the Crawdads Sings, by Delia Owens, Reckless Creed by Alex Kava, The Andy Carpenter series by David Rosenfelt, and A Dazzle of Diamonds by Liz Johnson.

Welcome to Among the Stacks

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 15:00:00 -0500

This podcast is produced by the Allen County Public Library in Scottsville, KY. Listeners will learn what's going on in the library and behind the scenes. Discussing and recommending books will be the main feature of the show. This program is produced to support our mission to serve Allen County's need to know.