FVRL ReadRadio Podcast
415 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingAre you looking for something good to read? Or watch? Or listen to? Tune in to Fraser Valley Regional Library’s ReadRadio podcast for some great recommendations. In each episode we will highlight some of the library’s books, movies and TV shows that you might not know about. All reviewed materials are available for loan in the FVRL catalogue.
Fraser Valley Regional Library is the largest public library system in British Columbia, with 25 community libraries serving nearly 680,000 people in its service area.
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Episodes
ESL Resources for Adults
January 14, 2022 08:00 - 3 minutes - 8.37 MBAre you new to Canada? Do you want to improve your English? In this episode, Danay shares a variety of print, audio and digital resources to support ESL learners. You can read a transcript of this podcast at: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/pdf/eslresources.pdf
Harriet The Spy
January 12, 2022 08:00 - 2 minutes - 5.61 MBAlaxandra and Teresa tell us about one of their favourite classic works of children's literature: Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh.
Solo Audiobooks
January 07, 2022 08:00 - 3 minutes - 6.9 MBLooking for entertainment on the go? Teresa introduces us to a selection of riveting audiobooks she has recently enjoyed: Oona Out of Order by Margarita Montimore, The Once and Future Witches by Alix E. Harrow, and The Chestnut Man by Søren Sveistrup.
Press Start!
January 05, 2022 18:45 - 2 minutes - 6.4 MBDo you like playing video games? Brenna introduces listeners to a chapter book series that takes place in a video game: Press Start! by Thomas Flintham.
Podcast Books
December 31, 2021 08:00 - 6 minutes - 13.9 MBJacque introduces listeners to popular podcast hosts and the books they have written. These include such podcast favourites as Stuff You Should Know, My Favorite Murder, and 99% Invisible.
All You Knead is Love
December 29, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 7.49 MBLooking for a heartwarming middle-grade read? Margarita introduces us to All You Knead Is Love by Tanya Guerrero. Banished from her abusive home for a summer with her estranged grandmother in Barcelona, twelve-year-old Alba feels hope and love while exploring a newly discovered passion for bread baking.
Magical Realism
December 24, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 8.64 MBLooking to add some magical realism into your reading? Sally shares Helena's recommendations: The Spawning Grounds by Gail Anderson-Dargatz, The Ocean at the End of the Lane by Neil Gaiman, and Monkey Beach by Eden Robinson.
The Chicken Squad
December 22, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 7.18 MBMeet the mystery-solving chicks Dirt, Sugar, Poppy and Sweetie! In today's podcast Jean tells us about a funny and fun first chapter book series: Doreen Cronin's The Chicken Squad.
Suburban Dicks
December 17, 2021 08:00 - 2 minutes - 6.6 MBLooking for a page turner? Laurel tells us about a book called Suburban Dicks by Fabian Nicieza, co-creator of Deadpool.
Mindfulness for Kids
December 15, 2021 08:00 - 2 minutes - 5.52 MBHey kids! Have you heard adults talk about mindfulness and wondered what that word means? Today Teresa shares some picture books that explore the idea of mindfulness: Straw by Amy Krouse Rosenthal and The Lemonade Hurricane by Licia Morelli.
Alanna the First Adventure
December 10, 2021 08:00 - 2 minutes - 6.24 MBVan tells listeners about a young adult page turner, Alanna: The First Adventure. This is the first novel in Tamora Pierce's Song of the Lioness series, and it's filled with action, adventure and magic!
Before The Ever After
December 08, 2021 08:00 - 2 minutes - 6.72 MBHave you ever had something really difficult happen in your family? Then you might appreciate the books of Jacqueline Woodson. In today’s podcast, Katie and Helena introduce listeners to Before the Ever After and Peace, Locomotion – two books about kids going through difficult times in their lives.
The Salt Path
December 03, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 8.31 MBLinda shares one of her recent favourite reads: The Salt Path by Raynor Winn.
Strange ... But True
December 01, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 9.4 MBRosemary tells listeners about three of her favourite books from the Strange But True series: Loch Ness Monster, Vampires, and Ghosts.
Good Omens
November 26, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 7.62 MBKatie introduces listeners to Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett's novel Good Omens.
Tea Dragon Society
November 24, 2021 08:00 - 4 minutes - 10.3 MBKristine introduces listeners to Katie O'Neill's fantasy graphic novel series: The Tea Dragon Society.
On Writing
November 19, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 7.98 MBTune in as Liz introduces listeners to two titles to inspire aspiring fiction writers: Daniel Joshua Rubin's 27 Essential Principles of Story and Stephen King's On Writing.
Starfish
November 17, 2021 08:00 - 2 minutes - 4.93 MBAfton introduces listeners to a heartbreaking and breathtaking story, Starfish, a middle grade novel written in verse by Lisa Fipps.
Beverly Jenkins
November 12, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 7.62 MBMargarita tells us about one of her favourite romance authors, Beverly Jenkins, an iconic writer of African-American historical romances.
CatStronauts
November 10, 2021 08:00 - 3 minutes - 6.88 MBTune in to hear Laurel tell us about two awesome graphic novel series featuring cats and rocket ships: Binky the Space Cat by Ashley Spires and Catstronauts by Drew Brockington.
Favourite Authors
November 05, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 11.5 MBFraser Valley Regional Library is celebrating Authors Day (Nov. 1) and National Novel Writing Month (all through November). In this episode of ReadRadio, FVRL staff share a few of their favourite authors: Charles de Lint, Terry Pratchett, Madeline Miller, Lisa Genova, Beth O'Leary, Ben Aaronovitch and Susanna Clarke.
Favourite Kids' Authors
November 03, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.1 MBFraser Valley Regional Library is celebrating Authors Day (Nov. 1) and National Novel Writing Month (all through November). In this episode of Kids' ReadRadio, FVRL staff share a few of their favourite kids' authors: Jon Klassen, Cale Atkinson, Michael Hutchinson, Eric Carle and Connie Schofield-Morrison.
Reading Link Challenge 2021-2022 Book List
November 01, 2021 07:00 - 10 minutes - 23.2 MBIn this bonus episode of Kids' ReadRadio, Dana makes the BIG announcement you’ve all been waiting for: the 2021–2022 Reading Link Challenge book list! She introduces listeners to the main characters of each book, and the stories you’re about to fall in love with. Ready, set, read! The books are: 1) Book Uncle and Me by Uma Krishnaswami 2) The Case of the Missing Auntie by Michael Hutchinson 3) Inkling by Kenneth Oppel 4) The Magic Misfits by Neil Patrick Harris 5) The Unteachables by Gordo...
Pumpkinheads
October 29, 2021 07:00 - 2 minutes - 6.54 MBIn this episode, Alex gets listeners into the spirit of Halloween as she tells us about Rainbow Rowell and Faith Erin Hicks' young adult graphic novel, Pumpkinheads.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
October 27, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 6.93 MBIn this episode, Parminder introduces listeners to her favourite classic novel: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.
Cosy Mysteries
October 22, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.54 MBDonna tells us about some of her favourite cosy mystery writers and their series: Rhys Bowen, Jenn McKinlay, and Carlene O'Connor.
Canadian Celebrations
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.97 MBIn this episode Devon introduces listeners to a non-fiction series about Canadian Celebrations.
Anime Movies
October 15, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.99 MBSarah introduces us to three of her favourite anime movies: Spirited Away, Your Name, and A Silent Voice.
From the Mixed Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler
October 13, 2021 07:00 - 2 minutes - 5.77 MBMieke introduces listeners to E. L. Konigsburg's captivating story, From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler. Having run away with her younger brother to live in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, twelve-year-old Claudia strives to keep things in order in their new home and to become a changed person and a heroine to herself.
Milo Imagines the World and Laxmi's Mooch
October 08, 2021 07:00 - 2 minutes - 6.09 MBAndrea introduces listeners to two great picture books to read with children from kindergarten to third grade: Milo Imagines the World by Matt De la Peña and Laxmi's Mooch by Shelly Anand.
The Willoughbys
October 06, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 6.89 MBLooking for a great read-aloud? Francie tells us about The Willoughbys, a weird and wacky adventure story by Lois Lowry.
Bilingual Books
October 01, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 8.04 MBSandeep discusses bilingual books, and recommends two Punjabi and English titles to share with young readers by Gurmeet Kaur: The Sparrow and the Crow and The Sparrow and the Pippal.
Fart Quest
September 29, 2021 06:59 - 2 minutes - 5.57 MBDo you love video games or Dungeons and Dragons? Are you looking for a funny, fast-paced adventure story? Afton recommends Aaron Reynolds' series Fart Quest.
Michael Ian Black Picture Books
September 24, 2021 06:59 - 3 minutes - 7.01 MBTara introduces us to three picture books by author Michael Ian Black that will help young children navigate their emotions and state of mind. The titles are I'm Bored, I'm Sad, and I'm Worried.
Solve This!
September 22, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 9.45 MBIt’s Science Literacy Week, and Cindy is here to share two book’s from National Geographic Kids’ Solve This! series. Learn all about engineering and forensic science with fun experiments, projects and mysteries for you to figure out!
Talk Like a Pirate Day
September 17, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.82 MBAhoy there! Sally gets us into the seven seas swing of things to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day.
Talk Like A Pirate Day
September 15, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.39 MBAhoy! Sally introduces listeners to great reads to check out and a fun language resource to explore as we set sail to celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day.
I Would Leave Me If I Could
September 10, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.47 MBNoor tells us about the beautiful, raw, and personal collection of poetry I Would Leave Me If I Could by Halsey.
Winterhouse
September 08, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 9.4 MBTune in as Dawn shares her favourite series full of puzzles, codes, ghosts, curses, and magic: the Winterhouse trilogy by Ben Guterson.
Something For Everyone YA Fantasy
September 03, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.03 MBJessica shares a selection of historical, contemporary, and mythological young adult fantasy page turners: These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong, Lore by Alexandra Bracken, and A Song Below Water by Bethany C. Morrow.
Who Was Series
September 01, 2021 07:00 - 2 minutes - 5.5 MBMieke tells us about a fascinating book series that highlights the lives of famous people! Borrow titles from the Who Was series from the library today, and explore the interesting stories of people such as Joan of Arc, Judy Blume, Harry Houdini, Queen Elizabeth, Nikola Tesla, and more!
Miss Tury Recommends Mysteries
August 25, 2021 18:00 - 4 minutes - 10.2 MBNaomi shares three of her favourite mysteries for kids: How to Catch A Clover Thief by Elise Parsley; King and Kayla and the Case of the Missing Dog Treats by Dori Hillestad Butler; and Jack and the Geniuses by Bill Nye.
Bunny
August 20, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.06 MBKatie introduces listeners to Mona Awad's contemporary adult horror novel Bunny.
The Main Character is Food
August 18, 2021 07:00 - 2 minutes - 6.22 MBIn this episode, Brenna shares some fun, humour-filled foodie titles for you to enjoy. Looking for some laughs this summer? Check out the Pizza and Taco graphic novel series by Stephen Shaskan, and Arnie the Doughnut's adventures written by Laurie Keller.
Interview with Circus Performer Professor Wow! (SRC 2021)
August 17, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 36 MBMeet Summer Reading Club performer Professor Wow! in this exclusive ReadRadio interview, he tells us about his background as a circus performer and his interest in science. He also weighs in on the question of the most mysterious vegetable. Catch Professor Wow!'s virtual performances August 16 to 30 at facebook.com/ReadLearnPlay.
Sea of Rust
August 13, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 7.14 MBIn this episode Joann tells us about two imaginative and fast-paced robot-themed titles: Sea of Rust and Robots of Gotham.
Myrtle Hardcastle
August 11, 2021 07:00 - 3 minutes - 8.04 MBLooking for a new mystery and detective fiction series? Noor tells us all about the spunky and strong twelve year old Myrtle who dreams of being a detective one day. Crack the case with Myrtle this summer, with Books 1 and 2 of the series: Premeditated Myrtle and How to Get Away With Myrtle, and get ready for Book 3 - Cold-Blooded Myrtle releasing this Fall 2021!
Free Comic Book Day 2021
August 09, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 9.53 MBSally and Jessica celebrate Free Comic Book Day by recommending some of their favourite comics and graphic novels: Something Is Killing the Children, Heartstopper, and This Place: 150 Years Retold.
Free Comic Book Day 2021
August 09, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 9.53 MBSally and Jessica celebrate Free Comic Book Day by recommending some of their favourite comics and graphic novels: Something Is Killing the Children, Heartstopper, and This Place: 150 Years Retold.
Interview with Storyteller Kung Jaadee (SRC 2021)
August 07, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MBIn this exclusive Kid's ReadRadio interview, we talk to Summer Reading Club performer Kung Jaadee. She tells us how she became a storyteller and explains the importance of stories to her First Nations identity and culture. Don’t miss Kung Jaadee's virtual performance, August 2 to 15 at facebook.com/ReadLearnPlay.