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Ocean County Library podcasts are the newest platform for our virtual programming. Among our topics are: Reviews of products and services; book talks; documentary discussions, author and artist chats, special guests from our museum partners, Ocean County offices, and elsewhere in and around our county.
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Join our librarians Jennifer and Rachel for a run through the rom coms with Philadelphia's Eric Smith, who always finds ways to pay homage to his hometown in the pages of his novels. Eric discusses how he became a writer, his favorite rom com tropes, what inspired his wildly successful novel Don't Read The Comments and what he's reading now.
You'll also hear details about OCL's summertime S.A.I.L. program exclusively for young adults.
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Which authors keep you on the edge of your seat, and keep you coming back for more? Join Detective Dante and Agent Alex as they probe the depths of sensational thrillers by Tiffany D. Jackson and Eliot Schrefer, and TV favorites Manifest and Scooby Doo.
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Join our librarians Chris and Summer for a captivating conversation with exciting debut author Sierra Isley about depictions of girls in sports, mental health, the publishing process and much more.
You'll also hear details about becoming part of the Ocean County Library's summertime S.A.I.L. program for young adults.
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Ever wonder what makes someone gravitate to a particular book? Join the Ocean County Library's SAIL volunteers as they reveal their secrets about what draws them to their favorite reads, and the interests they've developed through poetry and mythology.
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Join our librarians and Wishing Season author Anica Mrose Rissi for a deep dive into female friendships - how they shape YA characters and why they are important in YA novels.
This episode also contains information about OCL's 16th annual Prom Dress Giveaway. One of hundreds of stunning gowns might be yours!
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Join our librarians for a special dialog with returning guest Michael Crouch about queer representation in YA literature and the art and craft of audio narration. The multiple award-winning narrator and voice actor spoke to us from his New York City studio. Find out all about Michael and his work at www.michaellockwoodcrouch.com.
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Join us on a daring mission to solve a Candle Keep Mystery! In this "Dungeons & Dragons" actual play, librarians of the Ocean County Library become bold adventurers seeking out the truth about a small mining town - what happened to it, the fates of those who lived there, and the significance of an underground excavation site.
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Our librarians can't exactly hop aboard the TARDIS, but they'll whisk you through time and space as we celebrate the 60th anniversary of this classic sci-fi series. Which are your favorite characters? Scariest? Take a ride with our members of the Whoniverse.
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Get fantastic! In this Fandom Friday Episode, we librarians discuss what got us started in the fantasy genre, what we think
about the latest trends in the genre, and what titles we loved and hope you will check out, too.
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What elements make science fiction absorbing? Where does a good one convince you to suspend reality? Where is the intersection of science fiction, horror, and fantasy? Join our librarians for a deep dive into the genre as they discuss their experiences, media they love, and the sci-fi stories that they can't forget.
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Love True Crime? Looking for more YA stories in the genre? Join our librarians and special guest Gretchen McNeil as we discuss the true crime genre - why readers are drawn to it, and how writers interpret it. Plus, along the way, you'll hear some titles that you might want to check out!
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In this episode, our librarians discuss some of their favorite animes and manga, weigh the pros and cons of wild anime powers, and open their imaginations for transport into magical worlds.
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This new short sequence will provide you with brief conversations of what is happening at Ocean County Library. It can be about books, digital materials, programs and events, or exciting news we want to share with you! Tune in to learn more about the Ocean County Library and what we have to offer!
Take a deep dive with our librarians into the world of mystery lit. How do we differentiate between mysteries and thrillers? We discuss the differences between them and name our top sleuths. Plus, wait for the surprise ending! A mystery Top 3 Countdown that's a mystery, even to us!
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You've read this one before...but you haven't. You know the story, but what a spin! Join our librarians in a discussion of titles, from a variety of genres, that are based in myths, legends, and retellings.
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The dystopian literature universe is one of disconnection, alienation, and dread. So, why are these books almost impossible to put down? Our librarians discuss dystopian novels and what makes them so appealing, and then we dig into some of our favorites.
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Let's get surreal! In this episode, our librarians are chatting about the supernatural, and they dip into the rich pool of YA works that take that step into the unknown. They'll discuss the difference between supernatural and paranormal, name their favorite supernatural subgenres, and share their favorite creatures, from vampires to werewolves to mermaids. What are your favorite creatures, books, or authors? Share it with us in our listener poll!
In this episode, we discuss non-fiction reads about topics that interest us, and might also spark your curiosity - including forgotten periods in history, hobbies, how-to guides, and more that are perfect for everyone who loves to learn cool new things!
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Get ready for manga mania. We librarians discuss how we first became hooked on the form, what keeps us coming back, and what titles we think you'd love to check out.
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In this episode, we're chatting about our favorite books on survival. We'll be sharing middle grade, YA and even some adult titles. Whether it's surviving the wild, a traumatic experience or even just getting through the day - we've got a survival story suggestion for you!
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