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Semi Bookish

Adrian District Library

Adrian District Library professionals discussing books, movies, pop culture, and more. Our emphasis will be readers/viewers/services advisory, but this podcast will provide a connection to the inner workings and interests of staff members at ADL. We"re not just about books, we"re Semi Bookish.

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56:15

The deeper waters of YA fiction

Semi Bookish ·

2022/03/21

As a special follow-up to our previous Middle-Grade episode, Semi Bookish paddles out to the deeper section of fiction - Young Adult. It's a brilliant genre that's definitely more than meets the eye, and definitely worth your time, even if you are an adult.

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01:03:38

Musings on Middle Grade Fiction

Semi Bookish ·

2022/03/07

Semi Bookish decided to express our collection of issues with the debate between Middle Grade and Young Adult fiction, specifically in where they overlap and how they are very different. Pour yourself a hot tea, turn up the volume, and get ready because Toni is not at a loss for words on the subject.

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01:01:34

A Good Kind of Book Discussion

Semi Bookish ·

2022/02/21

Selected by Toni Lea, (a.k.a. "Mouth From The South"), Semi Bookish talks about Lisa Moore Ramée's middle-grade novel, "A Good Kind of Trouble," and how it beautifully encompasses the experience of a pre-adolescent woman encountering issues of racial tensions, ethnic identity, and bodily agency. Truly, this is an absolute gem of a book, and we don't think you should pass it up.

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01:04:53

Spilling the tea on Bridgerton

Semi Bookish ·

2022/01/24

Tune in for this special Bridgerton episode of Semi Bookish because our resident experts have tea that would make Lady Whistledown green with envy. Pros and cons of the show, differences between book and show, and why Shonda Rhimes' anachronistic romantic fantasy works. Guard your sensibilities for the episode's latter half. We discuss a few aspects of the story that are a bit on the mature side, but we do so professionally and delicately.

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01:02:40

Beaming into the genre of science fiction

Semi Bookish ·

2022/01/10

Come aboard the U.S.S. Semi Bookish as your stellar crew from Adrian District Library boldly traverse the genre of science fiction. Oh, you might need to buckle up because where we're going, we don't need roads.

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01:02:08

A Very Merry Semi Bookish Episode

Semi Bookish ·

2021/12/28

In the last episode of the year, Semi Bookish leans into the "ish" with a bit of holiday flavor. Oh, and we loosely construct our personal Hallmark Holiday Specials, so there's that. Happy New Year!

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01:03:33

Dune, Dune, Dune, Dune, Duuuuuuune!

Semi Bookish ·

2021/12/13

Although we're a bitter later to the game than we'd like, join the Semi Bookish as we take our first dive into the psyche of author, myth, and legend Frank Herbert and his seminal novel, "Dune."

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01:00:20

Let‘s celebrate National Picture Book Month!

Semi Bookish ·

2021/11/15

Join the Semi-Bookish crew as the Supreme Overlord takes over hosting duties. Today's Topic? It's National Picture Book Month! We're discussing our favorite picture books, and talking about what actually makes a picture book...a picture book!

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59:04

Ryan Douglass is in the house!

Semi Bookish ·

2021/11/02

Still reeling in adoration following the consumption of "The Taking of Jake Livingston," Semi Bookish invited the author, Ryan Douglass, to join us all the way from Georgia (via Zoom) and let us pick their brain. Within you'll discover some goofy morsels about Ryan, get a few writing tips for your future endeavors, and even hear what Ryan's working on next (and we hope it comes to fruition).

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01:01:44

We all scream for horror!

Semi Bookish ·

2021/10/18

The Horror genre is scary expansive, so there's no way we can tackle the entire topic in a single podcast. There's just so much to be said for this spooky tradition, be it literary or cinematic, so let's dive right in.

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01:02:33

Pass the controller! 🎮

Semi Bookish ·

2021/10/04

Semi Bookish is leaning into the Ish and discussing a medium for entertainment that has, since its still relatively recent inception, eclipsed many major industries, including music and film. So, open a can of your favorite pop, take a seat, and let's talk video games!

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01:05:13

Into the Wardrobe with Semi Bookish

Semi Bookish ·

2021/09/20

With C.S. Lewis' birthday not too far off, Semi Bookish takes to the microphone to discuss his most esteemed contribution to literature: The Chronicles of Narnia. Additional errata finding its way into the conversation include why Lucy is the most controversial character, whether or not Tolkien even liked Lewis' work, and why post-war Lewis is a legit snack.

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01:03:03

”The Great Gatsby” v ”Their Eyes Were Watching God” |...

Semi Bookish ·

2021/09/06

In one corner we have "The Great Gatsby. In the other corner, we have "Their Eyes Were Watching God." And we have 60 minutes in which only one can emerge victorious in the Clash of the Classics! Now, as Michael Buffer would say, "let's get ready to rumble!"

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01:00:39

Airing our grievances with reading lists.

Semi Bookish ·

2021/08/23

Turning our critical and quite skeptical eyes to the notion of reading lists, Semi Bookish attempts to break down the differences between good and not-so-good lists as well as the problem with lazily assigned reading.

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01:06:21

What's your favorite f-f-f-f-fantasy?!

Semi Bookish ·

2021/08/09

Diving into the great literary lineage of fantasy, Semi Bookish talks what fantasy tickles their fancy as well as attempting to define and delineate the amazing, (almost) all-encompassing genre. Buckle up, because we're about to take you on a trip ranging from C.S. Lewis to V. E. Schwab and beyond.

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59:44

Discussing the dreaded F-word

Semi Bookish ·

2021/07/26

First off, we're not talking about, ya' know, that F-word. We're talking about "fluffy," the oft-times maligned pseudo-genre of literature. Sure, it has been used to shame others for their reading choices, but others have used it eagerly and with pride. Of course, what does it really mean when we say a book is fluffy?

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01:03:46

From page to silver screen

Semi Bookish ·

2021/07/13

If there's one thing that worries a book nerd more than the burning of the Library of Alexandria, it's when some major studio announces their intent to adapt their favorite book for the big screen. Listen in as we lament or praise various cinematic versions of beloved literature.

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01:03:02

Turning up the volume on a good book. 🎧📚

Semi Bookish ·

2021/06/28

Semi Bookish opens the discussion on audiobooks, discussing various genres within the literary medium, highlighting awesome (and less awesome) narrators, and so much more. If you've never given audiobooks a listen, tune in and turn the volume up.

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58:39

A Pride Month Podcast 🏳️‍🌈

Semi Bookish ·

2021/06/14

Pride on the mind, we talk about our favorite LGBTQIA books and authors while dishing on a myriad of topics related to this wonderfully important topic.

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51:42

Books (and more) we love to read again and again and...

Semi Bookish ·

2021/05/31

If you're like us, creatures of comfort, tune in to the latest episode of Semi Bookish to contemplate what books, movies, and more to which we return (and often). You'll learn a bit of what makes us tick, and, as an added bonus, you'll learn just how many fanfics one of us has composed concerning Kurt from "Glee."

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