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Off the BooksEpisode 152: Bookopoly Update 5/22/25Shaking things up on B&S, we have Doug and Bethann! Join in as they talk about Doug's current favorite trope, horror, and what Bookopoly is looking like for everyone. This is also the episode when Bethann finds out she's in second-to-last place (no one saw that coming) and the audience finds out about the big changes coming in June for Bookopoly! Cry with Bethann while Doug breaks her heart about "Thornhedge," and laugh as they realize they both are fighting to not win last place. Listen in to have a great time!2025-05-2235 min
Off the BooksEpisode 151: Bookopoly Update 5/8/25Doug and Caele join Samantha for her last podcast episode for the summer. We share Bookopoly updates, highlighting a few of our favorite reads so far and a few things we can't bring ourselves to recommend.2025-05-0824 min
Off the BooksEpisode 150: Bookopoly Updates 4/24/25Trisha is back in the reading lead this week with Bookopoly! All the other players are either fighting for first or gasp last place. Listen in as we refresh your prompts for this week and let you in on what staff are reading! Bethann and Samantha also treat you to some up and coming releases with some fresh reads to add to your TBR. It's a sit down an chill episode to enjoy on Off the Books!2025-04-2430 min
Off the BooksEpisode 149: Bookopoly Updates 04/10/25In this episode of Off the Books with B & S, we’re diving into a handpicked selection of must-read books that are perfect for any reader. From gripping thrillers to romantic tales, we’ve got something to suit every taste. Join Bethann and Samantha as they share personal recommendations, explore why these books stand out, and discuss what makes them unputdownable. Whether you're looking for your next great read or just some fresh book ideas and prompts, this episode will leave you with plenty of titles to add to your TBR list!2025-04-1022 min
Off the BooksEpisode 148: Bookopoly Updates 3.27.25In today's episode of Off the Books, Brittany expertly keeps Bethann and Samantha on track as they dive into all things reading. From exciting reading updates and fanfiction devotion to Samantha taking the reins with her free parking win, this episode has it all. The trio also shares their top anthology recommendations to help you break free from a reading slump, offering the perfect mix of inspiration and new authors. Whether you're looking for fresh reads or just need a little push to get back into your books, this episode is a must-listen!2025-03-2624 min
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Off the BooksEpisode 147: Bookopoly Update 2/27/25Join Bethann and Samantha as they update their listeners on all things Bookopoly! What are the players reading now? Who is pulling ahead, and who has fallen into the Bookopoly trenches? B&S also give a sneak peak and no-spoiler review of the third and final book in the None Shall Sleep trilogy, "All Shall Mourn."2025-02-2628 min
Off the BooksEpisode 146 Bookopoly Update 02/13/25You are on the air and off the books with Bethann, Caele, and Trisha! Today they are coming in hot with some new book recommendations and new updates! Catch up on what everyone is reading while gathering up some new prompts to challenge your TBR. Check out this episode to pull you right out of a reading slump!2025-02-1322 min
Off the BooksEpisode 145: January Bookopoly ScoresOne month in and the scores have been tabulated for the hyper-competitive game of Bookopoly. Head of Marketing Caele joins the podcast this week to weigh in on the discussion of prompts and challenges in the reading game. Who is in first place? Who went straight to jail? What books have been discovered through this challenge? Find out all of this and more on this week's episode of Off the Books with B&S.2025-01-3033 min
Off the BooksEpisode 144: Interview With James LoganBethann and Samantha welcome special guest James Logan to the podcast! James Logan is the author of the debut fantasy "The Silverblood Promise," a story following Lukan Gardova, a young man whose life consists of card-playing and drinking lots and lots of wine. When Lukan's estranged father is found assassinated, Lukan sets off to find his father's killer, unaware of the adventure that awaits him. Join us today as we chat with James about his amazing book, his writing process, and the industry of book editing. We thank James Logan for sending a copy of "The Sliverblood Promise" to review...2025-01-1649 min
Off the BooksEpisode 143: Bookopoly UpdatesLet the games begin! Bookopoly begins January 1st. The players have made their first rolls and selected their books. Who rolled the best at the start? Who is likely to fall behind? Find out on this week's episode of Off the Books with B&S!2024-12-2632 min
Off the BooksEpisode 142: Bookopoly 2025The end of the year is upon us; people are wrapping up their goals for this year and starting to look ahead to the next. Today, Bethann and Samantha share their big plans for 2025, and they want to play a game. Tune in to hear all about how you can follow along!2024-12-1217 min
Off the BooksEpisode 141: Interview With Author Ruta SepetysThis week on Off the Books with B&S, Bethann and Samantha are joined by #1 New York Times Best Selling Historical Fiction Author Ruta Sepetys and her longtime friends and KHCPL librarians Trisha and Lori. Ruta Sepetys discusses her life before becoming a writer, her writing and research process, and even some details about upcoming projects. If you enjoy this interview, be sure to register for the author visit event coming up on Wednesday, December 18 from 7-8 p.m. at KHCPL South. Registration is free and can be done online or by calling 765-457-3242: https://khcpl.libnet.info/event/120834662024-11-2152 min
Off the BooksSpecial Episode: Partied To DeathDigital Ben is taking over the podcast for this Halloween episode! We are taking a look back at the murder mystery series written by Bethann and Samantha, Partied to Death, where staff members here at the library play detectives and suspects in the murder case of victim Kirby Beckham. This was a special seven-part series that has been updated and rolled all into one episode. Can you guess who the killer is before the end? Happy Halloween!2024-10-3122 min
Off the BooksEpisode 140: Reading Goals To Wrap Up 2024With less than two months remaining in the year, how close are you to finish your reading goals? Listen to this week's podcast to find out how Bethann and Samantha up the stakes to round out 2024.2024-10-1730 min
Off the BooksEpisode 139: Would You RatherIn this game of Would You Rather, Bethann and Samantha talk about their reading preferences. Join in to hear their answers to questions like "Would you rather meet your favorite author or your favorite book character?"2024-10-0339 min
Off the BooksEpisode 138: Entering Our Spooky EraHello, dear readers! Welcome back to another chit chatty episode about all things library and all things books. Bethann and Samantha are reading an array of brand new things and also hyping up the self-published All Shall Mourn by our favorite Ellie Marney! Join the chat and hold on as it rollercoasters away!2024-09-1929 min
Off the BooksEpisode 137 The Spellshop By Sarah Beth DurstBethann and Samantha try their hand at reading Cozy Romantasy together! "Spellshop" is a cute cottagecore tale about a woman who goes to study at a magical library with her favorite sentient spider plant. This book ticks all the boxes for anyone looking to get "Legends and Lattes" vibes with a little more romance. Add this book to your TBR and put it on hold today!
Thank you to Netgalley and Bramble, a section of Tor Publishing group, for sending us electronic and physical ARCS for honest reviews!2024-09-0525 min
Off the BooksEpisode 136: SummerweenSamantha is all ready for Fall and her pumpkin spice everything! To get ready for Spooky Season, Bethann and Samantha are talking about the scary reads and recommendations they picked up this summer.2024-08-2334 min
Off the BooksEpisode 135: B&S Are Back!B&S are back with a few Mystery/Thriller and Horror recommendations to add to your TBR! Bethann talks about Summerween and Samantha goes over her Frieda McFadden obsession while spilling the Booktok Tea. Join us!2024-07-2524 min
Off the BooksEpisode 134 Farewell BethannFarewell Bethann! This is the episode where we replace our beloved host with the other B in B&S! Samantha tells all that she's obsessed with, looking forward to, and recommends. Samantha spills all, tells all and, oh yeah, Bethann reads too...
B&S will be back July 25th with their next episode! Have a great summer!2024-06-2727 min
Off the BooksEpisode 133: NonFic Is LIT!Chaos ensues in this episode of jokes, nonfiction and depressing tropes! Bethann brings some personal reads to the table and listens to Samantha judge her for them. B&S also talk about tropes Samantha hates while reviewing her latest 4-star read (that Bethann thinks sounds a lot like ACOTAR). Get ready to join us for this interesting conversation.2024-06-1328 min
Off the BooksEpisode 132: Restless Stars And TBRsIn this chatty episode, Bethann and Samantha bring you a few new books to add to your TBR. They will cover some up-and-coming releases in their favorite genres. Listen in as they talk about how behind they are and what is happening next!2024-05-3030 min
Off the BooksEpisode 131: Hunted By Darcy CoatesCaele special guests with B&S to throw her review of "Hunted" by Darcy Coates on the table for the discussion of the year. Listen in while they fight it out. Who will win? Who loved it and who didn't? Come join us on this episode to place your bets and give your opinions! You can pick up "Hunted" at any KHCPL location; read and get ready to weigh in!2024-05-1632 min
Off the BooksEpisode 130 Empire Of Shadows By Jacquelyn BensonBethann and Samantha finally read a Romance together and you'll never guess what Bethann's reaction is. "Empire of Shadows" by Jacquelyn Benson is a wild historical, magical realism, fantasy romance that satisfies all the readers who never knew they needed a The Mummy-meets-Tarzan-meets-Indiana-Jones mash-up. Join in for this wild ride!
Off the Books would like to say thank you to Crimson Fox Publishing for eARC copies of "Empire of Shadows" for review and for allowing us to be considered for an ARC review team.2024-05-0217 min
Off the BooksEpisode 129: Kaiju No. 8Remember the whole year Bethann was trying to get Samantha to read that Kaiju Manga and Samantha kept saying she hated Godzilla? One year later and a well-placed recommendation from Doug to Samantha and now Bethann is bitter and Samantha has a new favorite Manga Series! Join the broody bunch today to talk about all things Kaiju No. 8. Bethann tells Samantha, "I told you so," and Samantha promptly ignores her and raves. Pick this series up and join in on the reading fun!2024-04-1823 min
Off the BooksEpisode 128: Sunbringer By Hannah KanerOn March 12, the U.S. dropped Fallen Gods book 2, "Sunbringer," by the amazing Hannah Kaner! Bethann and Samantha had the privilege to interview Hannah about her debut, "Godkiller," and are now excited to share with you its sequel. If you haven't picked this series up yet, RACE to the library and grab your copies for an epic fantasy ride full of betrayal, war, fallen gods, and their fallen people. This is the series that puts you in your fantasy era. So join Bethann and Samantha today as they celebrate a beloved author and her AMAZING works!
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Off the BooksSpecial Episode: Hyped And UnderhypedIn today's episode, Bethann and Samantha have a serious debate over the idea of things being Hyped and Underhyped. They list some of their favorites and NOT so favorites. Tune in to this episode and see where you stand in this heated discussion.2024-04-0140 min
Off the BooksEpisode 127: A Sci - Fi, A Thriller, And A Fantasy Walk Into A BarSamantha and Bethann sit down to recommend a few books this week, "When Among Crows" by Veronica Roth being one of them! This is a new Sci-Fi/Fantasy novella coming out May 14. This is a non-spoiler discussion so that you can put this book on hold and pick it up fresh. This episode also comes packed with a thriller, some manga, and a weird science-fiction book that has a lot of big green men in it and Bethann questioning the morals of science experimentation in space. Don't miss out!
Off the Books would also like to say a huge thank...2024-03-0727 min
Off the BooksEpisode 126: Books We Are Loving!This is the episode where Bethann raves about a Space-Opera that makes her cry, whatever that means, and Samantha gets passionate about Big HOFAS (House of Flame and Shadow) and the new-to-us "Zodiac Academy." There will be talk of Sarah J. Maas and her fandom, new Sci-Fi obsessions, and war over whether or not Sarah J. Maas is the queen of Fantasy. Grab your drink and cozy up for some interesting discussions and ranty passionate bits from two very different reading perspectives.2024-02-2240 min
Off the BooksEpisode 125: B&S Blab About BooksHere we are again, another episode full of books to add to your TBR! Bethann and Samantha are chatting about some new releases and new books that are being added to the library. Lovers of true crime, fiction, humor/fantasy, and romantasy will find something new and fresh here. Join in the discussion today!2024-02-0835 min
Off the BooksEpisode 124: A Place For Vanishing By Ann FraistatThank you to Anne Fraistat and Delacorte Press for sending us eARC's of "A Place for Vanishing" for review.
Last Tuesday on Jan. 16, Anne Fraistat, author of "What We Harvest," released highly anticipated novel "A Place for Vanishing." In today's episode, join us as we discuss this amazing new release! There are minimal spoilers in this episode so that you can pick this up and join in on the discussion. "A Place for Vanishing" is horror meets real life, showcasing a main character navigating the effects of a Bipolar 3 diagnosis while fighting for her life in a house that wants...2024-01-2525 min
Off the BooksEpisode: 123 Confessions by Kanae MinatoWelcome back to Off the Books! Today we have special guest Trisha with us to discuss Booktok phenomenon "Confessions" by Kanae Minato. Filled with twists and turns, "Confessions" takes you on a wild ride with characters that are morally gray to the bone. Pick up your copy and join us in the discussion. What confessions would you make if you were tangled in this murder mystery web?2024-01-1231 min
IN The CommunityCelebrating Diversity plus more from the WISH-TV Community Calendar!Looking for something fun to do this weekend? You’re in the right place! WISH-TV Events Manager, Allan Haw, has a calendar full of things for you to do! Here’s what’s happening for the weekend of Friday, January 3 through Sunday, January 7, 2024. This week: Celebrating Diversity tradition plus more from the WISH-TV Community Calendar! Let’s make it a great weekend and find out what’s going on “IN the Community”!Events mentioned in this episode: Champions of Diversity Awards DinnerJanuary 12, 5:30pm-8:30pmJW Marriott Indianapolis10 West Street...2024-01-0312 min
Off the BooksEpsiode 122: Fresh Hell By Cameron Chaney And Starter Villain By John ScalziThis week with Bethann and Samantha, you'll explore two different book recommendations to help round out your 2023 reading goal. These novellas are some of our B&S favorites and anticipated favorites for 2023. Get your TBR list out and write these down!2023-12-2128 min
Off the BooksEpisode 121: Get To Know The Adult And Teen Department Part 1Off the Books is starting a new series called "Get to Know Your Library." In this episode we will be interviewing the staff of the Adult and Teen department located upstairs at KHCPL Main. You'll get to meet some awesome staff and learn about their favorite books, genres and recommendations! Bring your pen and paper to add to your To-Be-Read list!2023-12-0741 min
Off the BooksEpisode 118: Interview With Hannah Kaner(A huge thank you to Harper Voyager for sending physical ARCS of Godkiller to review.) On this episode of Off the Books, Bethann and Samantha have the honor of interviewing Hannah Kaner, author of one of the best fantasy of the year, Godkiller.2023-12-0238 min
Off the BooksEpisode 120: Best Reads Of 2023On this episode, Bethann and Samantha indulge in in their favorite reads of this year! As you might have guessed, these two hosts share books of different sides of the reading spectrum; these book choices may surprise you!2023-11-2328 min
Off the BooksEpisode 119: Where He Can't Find You By Darcy Coates(A huge thank you to Sourcebooks Fire for sending physical ARCS of Where He Can't Find You for review). DON'T WALK ALONE, OR THE STITCHER WILL FIND YOU. DON'T STAY OUT LATE, OR THE STITCHER WILL TAKE YOU. DON'T CLOSE YOUR EYES, OR THE STITCHER WILL REMAKE YOU. Come along for a spooky season ride with Darcy Coates' newest release, Where He Can't Find You. Join us for a conversation and spoilery review of this amazing horror novel!2023-11-0934 minIN The CommunityHalloween Happenings plus more from the WISH-TV Community Calendar!Looking for something fun to do this weekend? You’re in the right place! Halloween weekend is here! Don’t miss any of the fun in and around Central Indiana …scary or otherwise! Here’s what’s happening for the weekend of Friday, October 27 through Sunday, October 29, 2023 (Plus Halloween!) This week: Halloween Happenings plus more from the WISH-TV Community Calendar! Let’s make it a great weekend and find out what’s going on “IN the Community”! Events mentioned in this episode: Boo Bash at the AMPOctober 31, 5:00pm-9:00pmThe AMP at 16 Tec...2023-10-2509 min
Off the BooksEpisode 117: Midnight Darkest HourOff the Books wants to say a big thank you to Sourcebooks for sending physical ARCS to review for the podcast! If you like stories about weird religious cults, small towns, with secret murder this is the book for you. Come along and hear what Samantha and Bethann have to say about this much anticipated dark psychological thriller. Recommended for fans of In My Dreams I a Hold a Knife.2023-10-1925 min
Off the BooksEpisode 116 Howard County ReadsThe Top 15 books for Howard County Reads are ready for you to check out! Bethann and Samantha chat today about these top selections made by the HCR panel. They go over what they have read and would like to continue reading. Join today to get all the information about HCR and the author visit with Nikki Erlick! Grab a pen and paper because your TBR pile just got bigger.2023-10-1821 min
Off the BooksEpisode 115: Murder In The Family By Cara HunterThis week we are reaching out to all the True Crime lovers; today we have a special treat and a brand-new release to talk about! "Murder in the Family" by Cara Hunter is a new immersive reading experience where you, the reader, are given the case file of a crime and tasked with racing to a solution before the characters in the book. Bethann and Samantha are tackling this today and talking about their reading experience! (There will be a spoiler warning during the podcast so that you, our amazing listener, can pause and tackle this book before we do...2023-09-2122 min
Off the BooksEpisode 114: New and Upcoming ReleasesToday is another wrap-up episode where Bethann and Samantha talk about some books they read in advance. Grab your notepad to take notes on some new releases and get an idea of what to fill your TBR with! Samantha will be dropping all things romance, mystery, fantasy and Bethann will have some new horror, fantasy, and thrillers for you to grab.2023-09-0733 min
Off the BooksEpisode 113: Book Riot Quiz - What Should I Read Next?Stop here and take the Book Riot quiz to find out what you’re reading next! https://bookriot.com/what-book-should-i-read-quiz/ That’s what Bethann and Samantha have done, and on this episode, they bring you their results and their thoughts. Do you use book quizzes to help you find your next reads? Come and think it over while B&S chat!2023-08-2430 min
Off the BooksEpisode 112: What Are We Reading Right Now?This is the episode where you hear Samantha gush about The Fourth Wing and Bethann fumble over the 15 books she’s currently reading. Bring your notepads so you can jot down items for your TBR shelf to finish out 2023. Email us at offthebooks@khcpl.org to tell us what you are reading and add to Bethann’s overflowing shelf! Happy reading!2023-08-1034 min
Off the BooksEpisode 111: Get To Know Your PodcastersThis is the takeover episode where Digital Ben himself interviews Bethann and Samantha to see how well they know each other. Separately, Bethann and Samantha will answer questions about themselves so you can get to know them. When they come together at the end, will tensions and emotions run high? Do they know each other as well as they thought? Do you know your podcasters? Find out on this exciting episode now!2023-07-271h 11
Off the BooksEpisode 110: Ann Fraistat InterviewOn this episode, Bethann and Samantha go off the books with the author of What We Harvest, Ann Fraistat (Fry-STAT)! In this special author interview, Ann shares some of her writing processes and inspiration for one of Off the Books’ favorite 5-star reads. During this episode, Ann shares her favorite author and some recommended reads that quench your reading needs after picking up What We Harvest. Also keep a watch for her newest release in January 2024, A Place for Vanishing.2023-07-1341 min
Off the BooksEpisode 109: The Luminaries By Susan Dennard“Not all monsters can be slain, and not all nightmares are confined to the dark.” Today Bethann and Samantha review a very Wednesday Adams feeling contemporary fantasy, The Luminaries by Susan Dennard. This novel is all about nightmares and the people who kill them before they kill you. Join in the discussion to hear their thoughts and the anticipation of the second book in this duology.2023-06-2919 min
Off the BooksEpisode 108 Some Shall Break By Ellie MarneyWe are celebrating with our friend, author Ellie Marney, today for her release of Some Shall Break the sequel to our favorite YA Crime Thriller None Shall Sleep! Samantha and Bethann hop back into Travis and Emma's world as they meet up with Simon, our mysterious and dangerous serial killer, to solve the latest in serial murders that look a bit too familiar. Emma and Travis get caught up even further in the game as their world begins to unravel permanently. Press play and check out what Off the Books has to say because you don't want to pass up...2023-06-1525 min
Off the BooksEpisode 107 Interview With Maureen JohnsonDo you like mysteries where the clues are all there, you just have to put the pieces together? Then you are going to love Maureen Johnson's "Truly Devious" series! Joining Bethann and Samantha today on the podcast is the amazing author herself, Maureen Johnson, to talk with us about her writing process, publishing books, living in New York during the pandemic and much, much more!2023-06-0159 min
Off the BooksEpisode 106: In Between EpisodesBethann and Samantha almost always have a book in hand. Check out some of these great books that B&S have been reading in between episodes.2023-05-1843 min
Off the BooksEpisode 105: The MeasureYou open your door to find a small wooden box on your doorstep. Inside you'll find your name and a piece of string. Turns out the length of the string holds the answer to exactly how long you have left to live. What do you do? That's what The Measure by Nikki Erlick is all about. Join Bethann and Samantha as they discuss this New York Times best-selling novel!2023-05-0439 min
Off the BooksEpisode 104: Hidden PicturesIf you are looking for a supernatural thriller, Edgar Award-finalist Jason Rekulak's book Hidden Pictures may be just what you're looking for! Join Bethann and Samantha as they discuss the sweet and shy five-year-old boy, Teddy, who's art becomes increasingly sinister as the protagonist and babysitter Mallory gets to know him.2023-04-2020 min
Off the BooksEpisode 103: A Court Of Thorns And RosesWhat would happen if you took Game of Thrones, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Outlander and mashed them all together? Well, Bethann and Samantha are tackling the best selling series and TikTok sensation A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas. Is it worth the hype? Find out by listening to this week's Off the Books with B&S!2023-04-0632 min
Off the BooksEpisode 102: Interview with Ellie MarneyBethann and Samantha are back and this time with a very special guest. Award-winning author of novels "None Shall Sleep" and "The Killing Code," Ellie Marney, joins Off the Books with B&S this week to talk all about her books, how she became an author and more!2023-03-2358 min
Off the BooksEpisode 101: What's The Hype With Colleen Hoover?Colleen Hoover is all over Booktok right now. Here at the Kokomo Howard County Public Library, some of her books have huge waitlists to check out both for physical copies and digital. But are her books worth all of this hype? Don't worry, Bethann and Samantha are here to tell you all about it!2023-03-0925 min
Off the BooksEpisode 100: Celebrating 100 EpisodesJoin us as we look back over 100 episodes of Off the Books with B&S. We talk all about our favorite moments in the podcast, the best books we've read and much more! Thank you for joining us as we celebrate 100 episodes together!2023-02-2329 min
Off the BooksEpisode 99 What We Harvest By Ann FraistatWren owes everything she has to her hometown, Hollow’s End, a centuries-old, picture-perfect slice of America. Tourists travel miles to marvel at its miracle crops, including the shimmering, iridescent wheat of Wren’s family’s farm. At least, they did. Until five months ago. That’s when the Quicksilver blight first surfaced, poisoning the farms of Hollow’s End one by one. It began by consuming the crops, thick silver sludge bleeding from the earth. Next were the animals. Infected livestock and wild creatures staggered off into the woods by day—only to return at night, their eyes fogged white, leeri...2023-02-0918 min
Off the BooksEpisode 98: Your Cozy Reading SpotThe snow is here and it's the perfect weather to get cozy indoors with a good book. But where do you like to read? In a perfect world, what makes the ideal cozy reading spot? B&S are back with special guest Digital Ben from the Digital Den discussing reading habits and the perfect places to dive into a book.2023-01-2650 min
Off the BooksEpisode 97: 2023 Reading Goals2023 is here and B&S are back and ready to dive into more books! In this episode of Off the Books with B&S, Bethann and Samantha talk all about their reading goals for the year. Do you have similar goals for the year? Let us know!2023-01-1231 min
Off the BooksEpisode 96: WarbreakerBethann and Samantha are back to tackle the giant Brandon Sanderson book Warbreaker. Along for the Ride are special guests Justin Kingery the Assistant Head of the Adult and Teen Department and Ben Rutz the Head of the Digital Den. If you're looking for a book with a complex magic system, intense world building and incredible characters, check out Warbreaker today!2022-12-1544 min
Off the BooksEpisode 95: LightlarkWelcome to the Centennial. Every 100 years, the island of Lightlark appears to host the Centennial, a deadly game that only the rulers of six realms are invited to play. The invitation is a summons—a call to embrace victory and ruin, baubles and blood. The Centennial offers the six rulers one final chance to break the curses that have plagued their realms for centuries. Each ruler has something to hide. Each realm’s curse is uniquely wicked. To destroy the curses, one ruler must die.Isla Crown is the young ruler of Wildling—a realm of temptresses cursed to kill anyone...2022-12-0124 min
Off the BooksEpisode 94: Clown In A Cornfield 1 and 2This is the episode where we read 3 horror books and ask Bethann if she finished any of them! Come and be shocked and frightened with these fast paced killer thrillers; let's fall into horror.2022-11-1725 min
Off the BooksEpisode 93: The Whisper ManToday Bethann and Samantha will be reviewing a fan recommendation of the horror kind, "After the sudden death of his wife, Tom Kennedy believes a fresh start will help him and his young son Jake heal. A new beginning, a new house, a new town. Featherbank. But the town has a dark past. Twenty years ago, a serial killer abducted and murdered five residents. Until Frank Carter was finally caught, he was nicknamed "The Whisper Man," for he would lure his victims out by whispering at their windows at night. Just as Tom and Jake settle into their new home...2022-11-0325 min
Off the BooksEpisode 92: Interview with Author Misty ZauggOn this special episode, Bethann and Samantha will be interviewing Misty Zaugg author of the Aftermath series! We excited to sit down and chat with this author and talk about her bestseller Deadly Lockdown. Tune-in to hear Zaugg's interview and our chat about all things writing!2022-10-2048 min
Off the BooksEpisode 91: The Final Gambit By Jennifer Lynn BarnesSpecial guest Teen Librarian Brittany Vanzo joins us to discuss The Final Gambit by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. To inherit billions, all Avery Kylie Grambs has to do is survive a few more weeks living in Hawthorne House. The paparazzi are dogging her every step. Financial pressures are building. Danger is a fact of life. And the only thing getting Avery through it all is the Hawthorne brothers. Her life is intertwined with theirs. She knows their secrets, and they know her.
But as the clock ticks down to the moment when Avery will become the richest teenager on the planet...2022-10-0630 min
Off the BooksEpisode 90 Howard County Reads Winner FlygirlHCR Reads Top Pick: Flygirl by Sherri Smith - Ida Mae Jones dreams of flight. Her daddy was a pilot and being black didn’t stop him from fulfilling his dreams. But her daddy’s gone now, and being a woman, and being black, are two strikes against her.
When America enters the war with Germany and Japan, the Army creates the WASP, the Women’s Airforce Service Pilots—and Ida suddenly sees a way to fly as well as do something significant to help her brother stationed in the Pacific. But even the WASP won’t accept her as a black wo...2022-09-2224 min
Off the BooksEpisode 89: A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham"A Flicker in the Dark by Stacy Willingham When Chloe Davis was twelve, six teenage girls went missing in her small Louisiana town. By the end of the summer, her own father had confessed to the crimes and was put away for life, leaving Chloe and the rest of her family to grapple with the truth and try to move forward while dealing with the aftermath.
Now twenty years later, Chloe is a psychologist in Baton Rouge and getting ready for her wedding. While she finally has a fragile grasp on the happiness she’s worked so hard to achieve, sh...2022-09-0824 min
Off the BooksEpisode 87: Realm BreakerA strange darkness is growing in the Ward. Even Corayne an-Amarat can feel it, tucked away in her small town at the edge of the sea.
Fate knocks on her door, in the form of a mythical immortal and a lethal assassin, who tell Corayne that she is the last of an ancient lineage - with the power to save the world from destruction.2022-08-0418 min
Off the BooksEpisode 86: Cold GraniteB&S are back with another crime thriller! There’s a serial killer stalking the Granite City and the local media are baying for blood. How many lives must be taken before the killer is brought to justice?2022-07-2118 min
Off the BooksEpisode 84: What Would You Brittany ReadIn this episode, Brittany, our Teen Librarian chooses what we read! This will be our Teen Librarian's first cameo with B&S! Join us as our special guest talks about her recent favorite all while trying to convince Bethann that she actually does like romance. You won't want to miss this episode!2022-06-2318 min
Off the BooksEpisode 83: Oceans of PossibilitiesSummer Reading Program is here and the theme for this year is Ocean's of Possibilities! This episode of Off the Books will explain everything that you need to know about this summer and how to participate in all the challenges to get prizes. Bethann and Samantha will also be going through their anticipated TBR (To Be Read) Pile for this summer because they will be reading with you. Don't miss this episode!2022-06-0919 min
Off the BooksEpisode 85: Read Whatever You WantToday Bethann and Samantha come to you with their own picks for this week! Relax with them as they talk about what books they choose for this special opportunity and why. You may see some historical fiction and you may see some romance; don't forget to stop to find out what books they review and let them know what you're reading!2022-06-0733 min
Off the BooksEpisode 82: Small Favors By Erin A. CraigFantasy meets horror in this gripping read by Erin Craig; "Early town settlers fought off monstrous creatures in the woods, and whispers that the creatures still exist keep the Downings and their neighbors from venturing too far. When some townsfolk go missing on a trip to fetch supplies, a heavy unease settles over the Falls." As we slip into a world of monsters, come along for the ride to see if this story is for you!2022-05-1915 min
Off the BooksEpisode 52: Yippee For AV! With AV Librarian TonyaOn this episode of B&S we are honored to host our favorite AV Librarian Tonya! Tonya is going to chat with us about everything Audio-Visual here at KHCPL! She’s the expert with the low-down on all the new video releases we receive plus a whole lot more! Come chat with us and learn more about all AV has to offer! See you there!2021-07-0147 min
Off the BooksEp 48: The Murders of Molly Southbourne Book ReviewReview *Spoilers* If you like Sci-Fi Thriller’s with crazy twists, then this is the novella you need in your life! Join us on this spoiler-filled book talk where we review Bethann’s book recommendation and see what Samantha thinks about it! We want to know what you think too; let us know at offthebooks@khcpl.org. See you there!2021-06-0312 min
Off the BooksEpisode 47: Monstrous Souls Book ReviewThis book review is full of SPOILERS! Pick up a copy of Monstrous Souls by Rebecca Kelly at one of our KHCPL locations, Overdrive, or Hoopla and read this amazing thriller so you can chat with us and tell us what you think! Thanks for joining us!2021-05-2716 min
Off the BooksEpisode 46: Ben in the DenToday is the day we talk about all things Digital Den and its grand re-opening! If you don’t know anything about The Den, this will be a treat; Digital Media Coordinator Ben will be with us to talk about everything that KHCPL offers from 3-D printing to using the recording studio! (You could even come in and learn how to record a podcast like ours!) Come learn about this AMAZING resource that the library has to offer and meet our new Den Master!2021-05-2024 min
Off the BooksEpisode 43: Anticipated Book/Netflix ReleasesOff the Books is back at ya with some much anticipated book and movie releases for the rest of 2021 and beyond! Today is the day we let you know all the things we are excited to get our hands on and that you can get your hands on too! As always, we hope you join us and let us know about some of the things you're excited for too! Let us know at offthebooks@khcpl.org!2021-04-2935 min
Off the BooksEpisode 42: Never Have I Ever Part 2As our spunky, passionate, lioness of a security guard Amy has so eloquently put: this is the episode so nice we HAD to record it twice! R.I.P headphone users because the fearless trinity go on a Never Have I Ever brawl; we let the insults fly, the tears run deep, and the haters hate! You seriously do not want to miss having fun with us today; all the cool kids will be there! Questions, comments and suggestions can be sent to offthebooks@khcpl.org2021-04-2245 min
Off the BooksEpisode 40: The Bone Jar Book ReviewIn today's episode, B&S will be talking about a book we recently read with you! Come and join us as we tell you our thoughts on The Bone Jar by S. W. Kane. We want to know what you think too! Email us at offthebooks@khcpl.org! Be sure to rate our show wherever you're listening as well to help others find the podcast!2021-04-0822 min
Off the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 18: Frozen Charlotte Book RecommendationIn this episode, we have a good, old-fashioned book recommendation for lovers of supernatural-horror. We promise there will be no spoilers here, just hype and goosebumps! Experience with us the fear of Frozen Charlotte by Alex Bell (it is so good that Bethann almost passed out reading the prologue at the Reference desk while Samantha laughed at her). By the end of this podcast you will be DYING to read this book too! *Que evil laugh*
Any questions, comments, and suggestions can be sent to offthebooks@khcpl.org2020-10-2919 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 17: #slasherseshHide your eyes and turn on your night lights! This week’s episode we will talk about Bethann and Samantha’s favorite slasher films, movies, and TV shows. Whether you love being scared during Spooktober or all year round, this episode will hook you up with some scary suggestions from yours truly. So grab your popcorn and join us, for week 4 of Spooktober!2020-10-2243 min
Off the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 16: Top 10 Horror MoviesOff the Books presents week 3 of Spooktober! Join Bethann and Samantha as we chat about our favorite horror movies of all time from Texas Chainsaw Massacre to Chucky. Whether you prefer the classics or the remakes, this week's episode is sure to leave you sleeping with your lights on.2020-10-1552 min
Off the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 15: Grimm's Fairy TalesFor this week in Spooky Halloween News with B&S we will be talking about creepy fairy tales of the Grimm sort. We go over some common tales and then talk about some interesting and NOT so common tales. Join us as we talk about an epic adventure with a beast and a murderous sausage. You won’t want to miss this weird and possibly awkward conversation.2020-10-0828 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 14: Haunted IndianaJoin Bethann and Samantha for chilling stories about some of the most notorious haunted locations of Indiana. If you love ghost stories, dark fairytales, and all things horror we got you covered this month! This episode will be the very first to start the spooky season of October, so join us and we can be terrified together!2020-10-0136 min
Off the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 13: Attack on Titan Book TalkDescription:
Calling all anime/manga fans! In this episode, Bethann and Samantha cover our favorite manga/anime, Attack on Titan. We throw out spoilers, update everyone on new releases, and chat AOT's current events.2020-09-2415 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 12: Banned Book WeekCould you imagine the library without Toni Morrison, Kurt Vonnegut, Mark Twain, or Captain Underpants? We can’t imagine it either. In this week’s episode we bridge a more serious topic concerning some of the books that we love and why people would want those books banned. Bring your ears and contemplate with us this interesting phenomenon called Banning Books. We will discuss what makes a book “banned” in the United States, cover the Top 10 Banned books of 2019, and see what makes a book banned in other parts of the world. Email us at offthebooks@khcpl.org with your question...2020-09-1732 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 11: Mid-Year Book Freak-outToday we are sitting down and letting you know about all of the great books we have read this year up until now! Find out a little bit more about our reading preferences, and see the differences between B & S. We would also LOVE to know what our listeners have been reading this year! So join us, and maybe you will find something new you will enjoy to finish your year!2020-09-1029 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 10: Just a Couple of 90’s KidsCalling all 90's babies! Obviously, the 90's are where it is at...or was, for that matter. Come chill with two 90's kids and listen to our throwback Thursday podcast. We will dish all the details about our childhood and how clothes, slang, popular shows, and more have changed since the early 90's!2020-09-0336 min
Off the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 9: Young Adult Authors of IndianaHoward County Reads (HCR) is up and running this year with the top 15 books released and the number one spot revealed as The Year We Left Home by Jean Thompson. In this episode, we cover what HCR is and shed some light on the One State One Story Grant that we received. “One State/One Story invites Hoosiers to engage deeply with a book as part of a statewide conversation tied to Indiana Humanities’ current theme. In 2020, during the second year of INseparable, we’ll read and discuss Jean Thompson’s The Year We Left Home, which offers a sweeping, multigener...2020-08-2736 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 8: Guilty PleasuresWikipedia defines a Guilty Pleasure as, “something, such as a film, a television program or a piece of music, that one enjoys despite understanding that it is not generally held in high regard, or is seen as unusual or weird.” In this episode we bridge that gap and share with you our weird and fun hobbies! From eating popcorn with chocolate to pimple popping, we cover it all and some more that you most likely don’t want to know. Along with our favorite absurdities we also reveal what we are reading and watching now! Click play and join in on the...2020-08-2019 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 7: These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things"Books on E-readers or movies on Blu-ray,
Watch all of Heartland a series that does slay.
Authors we love and the songs that we sing,
These are a few of our favorite things!"
If you sang this like we did, then sit down with us and listen as we talk about everything we love so dearly!!2020-08-1331 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 6: The Seven Deadly Sins Book Talk !SPOILER ALERT!SPOILER ALERT! Welcome to Off the Books Episode 6; the episode where we talk about all things Seven Deadly Sins. From the Netflix adaptation to the original Manga series we will compare and contrast, debate, and rant about our favorite characters. Be warned, this episode is packed full of spoilers from beginning to end. If you want to join in the conversation and chat us up about one of our all-time favorite series, email us at offthebooks@khcpl.org! We look forward to it!2020-08-0630 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 5: Librarians Play D&D Too!This week we have a special treat for you! Calling all Dungeons and Dragons players and newbies! Come chat with us and explore the "nerd" culture that is D&D! This week we have three special guests. We will feature Children's Librarian, Brennan....Reference Librarian, Justin K.... and Den Master, Justin F (AKA: The Justins and Brennan). We will discuss their campaign, learn interesting facts, and discover the intensity that is D&D. Buckle up ladies and gents, we are in for a ride!
Any questions, comments, and suggestions can be sent to offthebooks@khcpl.org2020-07-3030 min
Off the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 4: Reading QuirksDo you dog-ear your pages? Do you inhale the lovely scent of a new book? Are you a bathtub reader? If you do any of these, have no fear! Bethann and Samantha are here to soothe your unique soul and discuss our reading quirks with you! If you don't believe you have any weird reading quirks/habits you may be in for a surprise. Join us and find out on this week's episode Off the Books!
Questions, comments, and suggestions can be sent to offthebooks@khcpl.org2020-07-2354 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 3: Twilight Debate/Midnight Sun GiveawayMIDNIGHT SUN GIVEAWAY ALERT!!!
Calling all Twilight fans! We have the ultimate debate for you! Join us as we sit down with AV Librarian, Tonya (a die-hard Twilight fan) and Reference Assistant, Stephanie (also a Twilight fan) to debate if we love the series or hate the series. As you listen and pick a side, one of our lucky listeners will win a copy of the brand new book Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer, author of the Twilight Saga. You guys rock!
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Email us at offthebooks@khcpl.org with podcasts suggestions, book ideas, questions, and/or comments...2020-07-1629 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 2: The InterviewGet to know your podcasters! Join Bethann and Samantha as they introduce themselves to their viewers by sharing random facts about themselves, chat about their book preferences, and debate over their book-ish differences (mostly about their opinions on the Romance genre).2020-07-0226 minOff the BooksKHCPL Presents Off the Books with B&S Episode 1: The Natural Series Book RecommendationThis episode we talk about one of our favorite and most recommended series, The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes. No worries! There are no spoilers here so come and join us as we try and convince you to pick up the book and read it!
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Bethann & Samatha2020-06-1815 min