The Book Isn't Necessarily Better: A Library Podcast

By: Community Library Network
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  • Don't let anyone tell you the book is always better! The Community Library Network librarians Mikayla and Roxanne are here to spill the tea about the books you love (or don't!) and their many adaptations. Movies, albums, plays, graphic novels, and spinoffs are all on the table. No ratings--just our humble opinions about all things entertainment and tips for library super users. The views, information or opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily reflect the opinions, standards or policies of the Community Library Network.
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Episodes
  • DUNE and...done.

    DUNE and...done.
    Jul 13 2022

    Join Roxanne and Mikayla as they discuss Dune by Frank Herbert along with two very special guests....their husbands, Ryan and Nick! In this final episode of the podcast, listen as the librarians finally tackle the most requested episode, and how much of the movie Roxanne was able to sit through... Also, find out which unlikely publisher finally took a chance on Herbert's manuscript. The answer will surprise you!
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    51 mins
  • Minisode: How to Train Your Dragon

    Minisode: How to Train Your Dragon
    Apr 27 2022

    Join Mikayla, Roxanne, and special guest host Avalon Robinson to discuss a children's book classic, How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell. Find out just how different the book is from the movie, and why Cressida Cowell is A-OK with that. In fact, she has even called the two properties "cousins!" In this episode, we discuss Avalon's children's book series she wrote about her character, Captain Acorn, and how the book publishing process works. 

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    31 mins
  • Macbeth

    Macbeth
    Mar 30 2022

    Join Roxanne and Mikayla as they discuss Macbeth by William Shakespeare. Discover the theatre curse resulting from uttering the name of "The Scottish Play" off-stage that causes actors to do some very silly things to break the hex. Learn the story behind "Voodoo Macbeth," a smash hit production of Macbeth featuring an all-black cast and crew sponsored by the WPA during the Great Depression.

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    56 mins

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These librarians are such a fun combination of knowledge and personality, it’s wonderful to hear them chat about books. Every week they choose a book and compare it to the adaptations of the work. Highly recommended.

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