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EPISODE · Jan 21, 2026 · 42 MIN

Book Break: Winter Reading Challenge 2026

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Join GPL librarians Claire and Ann-Marie as we talk about our Winter Reading Challenge, and books that can help you fill BINGO squares!  Here are the books we’re discussing, with links to find them in the library catalog or at Bookshop.Org   Homeseeking by Karissa Chen (Claire) (debut, set in another country) Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the Audiobook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here.   Seascraper by Benjamin Wood (Ann-Marie) book under 200 page, award winner. Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here. Saltcrop by Yume Kitasei (Claire) set in the future, new shelves Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here. Purchase a copy here. Murder in an Italian Village by Michael Falco (Ann-Marie) cozy mystery Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Hoopla here. Purchase a copy here. Jump and Find Joy: Embracing Change in Every Season of Life by Hoda Kotb (Claire) Self help Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here.  Purchase a copy here. When the Cranes Fly South by Lisa Ridzén (Ann-Marie) Debut, translated, set in Sweden Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here.  Purchase a copy here. Best Offer Wins by Marisa Kashino (Claire) Mystery/Thriller, debut Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here.  Purchase a copy here. Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White (Ann-Marie) Award Winner, Classic Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here.  Purchase a copy here. The Uncool: A Memoir by Cameron Crowe (Claire) Memoir, Nonfiction, audiobook Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here.  Purchase a copy here. My Not-So Perfect Life by Sophie Kinsella (Ann-Marie) Romance, Chick lit, audiobooks Reserve a copy from the library here.  Listen to the audiobook on Libby here.  Purchase a copy here.   Have you read any of our choices?  Have thoughts about our picks?  Connect with us at [email protected].  We love hearing from our listeners and getting your suggestions for our “To Be Read” pile!

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The 48 Laws of Power by Robert Greene (Full Audiobook) Robert Greene Amoral, cunning, ruthless, and instructive, this multi-million-copy New York Times bestseller is the definitive manual for anyone interested in gaining, observing, or defending against ultimate control – from the author of The Laws of Human Nature.In the book that People magazine proclaimed “beguiling” and “fascinating,” Robert Greene and Joost Elffers have distilled three thousand years of the history of power into 48 essential laws by drawing from the philosophies of Machiavelli, Sun Tzu, and Carl Von Clausewitz and also from the lives of figures ranging from Henry Kissinger to P.T. Barnum.Some laws teach the need for prudence (“Law 1: Never Outshine the Master”), others teach the value of confidence (“Law 28: Enter Action with Boldness”), and many recommend absolute self-preservation (“Law 15: Crush Your Enemy Totally”). Every law, though, has one thing in common: an interest in t Rich Dad's Guide to Investing II Robert T. Kiyosaki II Full Audiobook II Robert T. Kiyosaki Investing means different things to different people… and there is a huge difference between passive investing and becoming an active, engaged investor. Rich Dad’s Guide to Investing, one of the three core titles in the Rich Dad Series, covers the basic rules of investing, how to reduce your investment risk, how to convert your earned income into passive income… plus Rich Dad’s 10 Investor Controls.The Rich Dad philosophy makes a key distinction between managing your money and growing it… and understanding key principles of investing is the first step toward creating and growing wealth. This book delivers guidance, not guarantees, to help anyone begin the process of becoming an active investor on the road to financial freedom. Tao Te Ching by Laozi (Author), Stephen Mitchell (Full Audiobook) Laozi Lao-tzu's Tao Te Ching, or Book of the Way, is the classic manual on the art of living, and one of the wonders of the world. In eighty-one brief chapters, the Tao Te Ching looks at the basic predicament of being alive and gives advice that imparts balance and perspective, a serene and generous spirit. This book is about wisdom in action. It teaches how to work for the good with the effortless skill that comes from being in accord with the Tao (the basic principle of the universe) and applies equally to good government and sexual love; to child rearing, business, and ecology.Stephen Mitchell's bestselling version has been widely acclaimed as a gift to contemporary culture. Tweens and Dreams Anna B 💕 Hi! I’m Anna, a 12 year old in seventh grade! I’m a theater kid! (HAMILTON IS GOD!!) I post about a variety of things; some of these things include journaling, TV shows/movies, music, shopping, theater, books, etc. If you have any episode requests please comment and I will do my best to do them! If you have any movie, TV show, book, or music recommendations I would love to hear them so please comment!! I’m always looking for more TV shows, movies, books, and music artists to watch/read/listen to! But anyways, I hope you enjoy listening 💕💕

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