Book Break is hosted by Claire and guest librarians at the Greece Public Library. Join us twice a month to discuss all things books, and what we’re reading lately!
Links for Book Break 03/20/2024
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, my fellow librarian Molly, as we talk recent reads suggested by our Monday Night Book Chat.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Libby here. Purchase ...
Links for Book Break 03/06/2024
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, my former podcast partner, Kirstra, as we talk about what we have been reading lately.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org
The Postcard by Anne Berest (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Hoopla here. Purchase a copy here.
The Vaster Wilds by Lauren...
Links for Book Break 02/21/2024
Join GPL librarian Claire and librarian Ann-Marie as we talk about how we are progressing on the 10 to Try Library Challenge.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org
Mrs. Quinn’s Rise to Fame by Olivia Ford (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Purchase a copy here.
Every Soul a Star by Wendy Maas (Ann-Marie)
Links for Book Break 02/07/2024
Join GPL librarian Claire and librarian Mindy as we talk about some of our recent Romantic reads.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org
Red String Theory by Lauren Kung Jessen (Claire) Author of Lunar Love
Reserve a copy from the library here. Read the eBook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
Love and Louis XIV: The Women in the ...
Join GPL librarian Claire and librarian Rebecca as we talk about some of our recent reads.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
All the Dangerous Things by Stacy Willingham (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Read the eBook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
Shakespeare Was a Woman and Other Heresies: How Doubting the Bard Became the Biggest Taboo in...
The Book of Doors by Gareth Brown – Feb. 13, 2024 (Claire)
A debut novel full of magic, adventure, and romance, The Book of Doors opens up a thrilling world of contemporary fantasy for readers of The Midnight Library, The Invisible Life of Addie Larue, The Night Circus. A young woman that works in a NYC bookstore has one of her favorite customers die right in front of her. The last book he was reading was “The Book of Doors”
Links for Book Break 12/13/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and librarian Jenna as we talk about our favorite reads of 2023!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros (Jenna)
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest Sarah (Claire’s Daughter) as we talk about our Mother-Daughter reads, and the BOMC.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
Take My Hand by Dolen Perkins-Valdez (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
The Many Daughters of Afong Moy by Jamie Ford (Sarah...
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest Mindy as we talk about our Non-Fiction November reads!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and A Mother’s Will to Survive by Stephanie Land (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Hoopla here. Purchase a copy here.
Lancaster & York: the Wars of the ...
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest Jenna as we talk about our cozy reads with Autumn vibes!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
The Unfortunate Side Effects of Heartbreak and Magic by Breanne Randall (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Read the ebook on Hoopla here. Purchase a copy here.
Small Town, Big Magic by Hazel Beck (Jenna)
Links for Book Break 10/04/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guests: Former Greece Reads Authors Angie Kim and Etaf Rum!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
A Woman is No Man by Etaf Rum.
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Hoopla here. Purchase a copy here.
Evil Eye by Etaf Rum
Reserve a copy from the library here. Re...
Links for Book Break 9/20/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, librarian Molly, as they discuss books that TikTok made me read!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
Yours Truly by Abby Jimenez (Molly)
Librarians Claire and Stephanie talk about some of the 2023 releases that they are excited to add to their “To Be Read” piles this fall!
Among the Bros: A Fraternity Crime Story by Max Marshall. Published Nov. 7, 2023 (Claire)
A true-crime story of status, money, drugs, and murder on a campus called “the most beautiful campus in America” by Travel + Leisure – the College of Charleston.
Kill Show: A True Crime Novel - Daniel Sw...
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, librarian Jennifer, as they discuss books about animals!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
Dog On It by Spencer Quinn. (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audiobook on Hoopla here. Purchase a copy here.
A Light Beyond the Trenches by Alan Hlad (Jennifer)
Reserve a copy from the library her...
Links for Book Break 7/26/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, librarian Kirstra, as they discuss books on their “Stack of Shame” – their growing “To Be Read” lists.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
A Walk in the Woods: Rediscovering America on the Appalachian Trail by Bill Bryson. (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the aud...
Links for Book Break 6/21/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, librarian Jenna W, as they discuss books they didn’t like! Do any of our choices resonate with you? Any books that did not live up to the hype for you?
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
Booth by Karen Joy Fowler. (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Read the ebook on Libby he...
Links for Book Break 05/17/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, librarian Kim W, as they discuss a roundup of current reads! Find more information about Kim’s new book discussion group, Shelf Indulgence, here.
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
Pineapple Street by Jenny Jackson (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to audio on Libby ...
Links for Book Break 05/03/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, Library Director Cathy, as they discuss cozy mysteries!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
Mastering the Art of French Murder by Colleen Cambridge (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Read the ebook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
A High End Finish by Kate Carlisle (Cat...
Links for Book Break 04/19/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, Mindy, as they discuss books about gardens, flowers and spring!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
The Red Garden by Alice Hoffman (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audio on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
Garden Spells by Sarah Addison Allen (Mindy)
Links for Book Break 04/05/2023
Join GPL librarian Claire and special guest, Stephanie, as they discuss books about books, libraries, or bookstores!
Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org:
The Lions of Fifth Avenue by Fiona Davis (Claire)
Reserve a copy from the library here. Listen to the audio on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.
I’d Rather Be Reading: The Delight...
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