Not Your Mother's Library

This week, Leah talks all about two true crime books for her mini! Titles mentioned: "Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson with readalike "In the Garden of Beasts" by the same author. Also, "The Good Nurse" by Charles Graeber. Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Rachel gets nostalgic with kid-friendly horror shows! Watchalikes included. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: The "Goosebumps," "HorrorLand," and "SlappyWorld" series by R.L. Stine. Goosebumps, Fox Kids Episodes: Season 2, Episode 5 - "The Headless Ghost" Season 2, Episode 13 - "Let’s Get Invisible" Season 1, Episode 4 - "The Girl Who Cried Monster" Season 3, Episode 3 - "The House of No Return" Season 3, Episode 1 - "Shocker on Shock Street" Season 2, Episode 8 - "Revenge of the Lawn Gnomes" Are You Afraid of the Dark?, Nickelodeon Episodes: Season 1, Episode 6 - "The Tale of the Super Specs" Season 2, Episode 2 - "The Tale of the Midnight Madness" Season 2, Episode 10 - "The Tale of The Shiny Red Bicycle" Season 2, Episode 13 - "The Tale of Old Man Corcoran" Season 5, Episode 1 - "The Tale of the Dead Man’s Float" Season 1, Episode 12 - "The Tale of the Prom Queen" Season 4, Episode 9 - "The Tale of the Ghastly Grinner" Season 6, Episode 8 - "The Tale of Vampire Town" R.L. Stone's The H

Leah gushes about Old World Wisconsin, her childhood memories of it, and a book that is set there! Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Old World Wisconsin: https://oldworldwisconsin.wisconsinhistory.org Wikipedia page: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_World_Wisconsin “Old World Murder” and “The Heirloom Murders” from the Chloe Ellefson Mystery series by Kathleen Ernst. Author Jerry Apps. Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

This month, Rachel focuses on different genres. This episode is all about niche films with neon noir themes. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Music mentioned: Artists S U R V I V E, Kavinsky, Chromatics, and Disasterpiece. New Retrowave on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD-4g5w1h8xQpLaNS_ghU4g Neon Nights on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrTeuVswPozq3VJKN73-N0g Movies mentioned: Drive (2011), Director Nicolas Winding Refn The Guest (2014), Director Adam Wingard It Follows (2014), Director David Robert Mitchell Good Time (2017), Directors Benny and Josh Safdie Nightcrawler (2014), Director Dan Gilroy The Neon Demon (2016) and Only God Forgives (2013), Director Nicolas Winding Refn Nerve (2016), Directors Henry Joost and Ariel Schulman Beyond the Black Rainbow (2010), Director Panos Cosmatos Maniac (2012), Director Franck Khalfoun Lost River (2014), Director Ryan Gosling Enter the Void (2009), Director Gaspar Noé Read the article that Rachel mentioned by visiting: htt

In this mini-episode, Leah talks about how she is staying creative at home. No specific books were mentioned, but you can browse CountyCat, Hoopla, and OverDrive for books that can help you get started with a new skill! Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

A new month means a new format for Rachel's mini-episodes. Tune in for genre highlights! Listen to learn about high fantasy and get plenty of recommendations. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Books mentioned: "The Sword of Truth" series by Terry Goodkind. "The Witcher" series by Andrzej Sapkowski. The "Xena: Warrior Princess" comic series by various authors. TV shows mentioned: The Legend of the Seeker, ABC Merlin, BBC One The Witcher, Netflix Xena: Warrior Princess, NBCUniversal Hercules: The Legendary Journeys, NBCUniversal The Witcher video game franchise, including: The Witcher The Witcher: Assassins of Kings The Witcher: Wild Hunt Check out OCPL's adult fiction booklists: https://oakcreeklibrary.org/adult-booklists Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

In this mini-episode, Leah discusses one of her favorite authors: Shelly Laurenston, AKA G.A. Aiken! Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Shelly Laurenston titles mentioned: The "Call of Crows" series including "The Unleashing" with prequel "The Gathering. The "Shifter" series including "Magnus Pack," "Pride," "Long Island Coven," and "Honey Badger Chronicles." G.A. Aiken titles: The "Dragon Kin" series and the "Scarred Earth Saga" series including "Blacksmith Queen" and "The Princess Knight." Visit the author's website: https://shellylaurenston.com Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

To celebrate the holiday, Rachel and Leah share their own moms' favorite books. Check out what we talked about: Books mentioned: The “Chief Inspector Armand Gamache” series by Louise Penny. Novels, short stories, and plays featuring the character 'Hercule Poirot' created by Agatha Christie. The “Phryne Fisher” series by Kerry Greenwood, the “Inspector Morse” series by Colin Dexter, and “Pilgrim at Tinker Creek” by Annie Dillard. "Death Qualified" by Kate Wilhelm and the "Maisie Dobbs Mystery" series by Jacqueline Winspear. Short stories featuring the character 'Sherlock Holmes' created by Arthur Conan Doyle. The "Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes" series by Laurie R. King, "Micro" by Michael Crichton, and "Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet" by Jamie Ford. TV shows and movies mentioned: Agatha Christie's Poirot, ITV Miss Fisher's Murder Mysteries, ABC Endeavor, ITV / STV / UTV Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org hoopl

Rachel recommends a select few webtoons. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: "The Devil is a Handsome Man" by Hellothisisangle. "Shiloh" by Kit Trace and Kate Flynn. "Lore Olympus" by Rachel Smythe. "House of Stars" by saltacuentos and Lion Illustration. "Purple Hyacinth" by Ephemerys and Sophism. "Spirit Fingers" by han kyoung chal. "Varsity Noir" by Kate Glasheen. To use Webtoon on your PC or laptop, visit: https://www.webtoons.com/en To download the app on your mobile device, search for 'Webtoon' in the app store. Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Leah talks about some of her favorite TV shows at the moment! Perfect for binge-watching options. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Doctor Who, BBC Schitt's Creek, CBC / POP TV Naked and Afraid, Discovery 90 Day Fiance, TLC Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Rachel decides to recommend a book, for once. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell and the 2012 movie "Cloud Atlas" with readalikes "Ghostwritten," "number9dream," "Cloud Atlas," "The Bone Cocks," and "From Me Flows What You Call Time" by David Mitchell. To use the NoveList database, visit: https://countycat.mcfls.org Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Leah's back for another (sort of) mini-episode, this time talking about Friends! Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Wisconsin Chicken Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/175564849917217/ Episodes: Season 5, Episode 16 - "The One with the Cop" Season 6, Episode 17 - "The One with Unagi" Season 3, Episode 21 - "The One with the Chick and the Duck" Season 10, Episode 3 - "The One with Ross's Tan" Season 10, Episode 2 - "The One Where Ross is Fine" Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Rachel changes up the format, creating a top-3 list of various media items available in multiple formats. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Number 1: Marvel Netflix's Daredevil, Jessica Jones, Luke Cage, Iron Fist, The Defenders, and The Punisher. Number 2: Good Omens "Good Omens: The Nice and Accurate Prophecies of Agnes Nutter, Witch" by Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman. Good Omens, Amazon Prime Stardust (2007), Director Matthew Vaughn Coraline (2009), Director Henry Selick American Gods, Starz The "Discworld" series by Terry Pratchett and "The Long Earth" series by Terry Pratchett and Stephen Baxter. Number 3: Everybody's Gone to the Rapture The video games "Everybody's Gone to the Rapture" and "Dear Esther" as well as their original soundtracks composed by Jessica Curry. To self-register for a virtual library card, visit: https://countycat.mcfls.org/selfreg Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopl

Leah talks about her favorite books about dogs, but be warned—they all are set around 9/11. Here's everything mentioned in the episode: "Thunder Dog: The True Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog, and the Triumph of Trust" by Michael Hingson and Susy Flory. "Craig & Fred: A Marine, A Stray Dog, and How They Rescued Each Other" by Craig Grossi. "Homer’s Odyssey: A Fearless Feline Tale, or How I Learned about Love and Life with a Blind Wonder Cat" by Gwen Cooper. Miscellaneous other: https://www.afb.org/research-and-initiatives/employment/reviewing-disability-employment-research-people-blind-visually https://www.britannica.com/event/September-11-attacks Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Rachel takes a deep dive into comic maxiseries Watchmen. Also included are read-alikes and view-alikes. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Comics mentioned: "Watchmen" by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons. "Watchmen: Motion Comic" narrated by Tom Stechschulte. The "Before Watchmen" series by various artists and "Doomsday Clock" by Geoff Johns. "Swamp Thing," "Batman: The Killing Joke," "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen," "V for Vendetta," and "From Hell" by Alan Moore. "Hellblazer" by Jamie Delano, "The Sandman" by Neil Gaiman," "Sin City" by Frank Miller, and "Transmetropolitan" by Warren Ellis. TV shows and movies mentioned: Watchmen (2009), Director Zack Snyder Watchmen, HBO Interested in Online Story Time and Family Fun Night at Home? Visit OCPL's Facebook page: www.facebook.com/oakcreeklibrary Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Leah shares her all-time favorite movies and tells us about the books some of them are based upon. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Movies mentioned: Jurassic Park (1993), Director Steven Spielberg Congo (1995), Director Frank Marshall The 13th Warrior (1999), Director John McTiernan Clue (1985), Director Jonathan Lynn Romancing the Stone (1984), Director Robert Zemeckis Red (2010), Director Robert Schwentke The Fifth Element (1997), Director Luc Besson Books and authors mentioned: "Jurassic Park," "Congo," and "Eaters of the Dead" by Michael Crichton. Spy Thriller writers Vince Flynn, Daniel Silva, Tom Clancy, David Baldacci, and Brad Thor. If you want to know more about Koko, the gorilla who learned sign language, visit: https://www.koko.org Original review by Felix Vasquez, Jr.: http://cinema-crazed.com/blog/2014/09/22/congo-1995 YouTube video about the Mangalores: https://youtu.be/ReLDEezGPI4 Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee county library system:

Rachel talks about Uncharted, a video game series available on PlayStation. Also included are play-alikes, movies, and books with a similar theme. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: The Uncharted video game franchise, including: Uncharted: Drake's Fortune Uncharted 2: Among Thieves Uncharted 3: Drake's Deception Uncharted 4: A Thief's End Uncharted: The Lost Legacy Uncharted: Golden Abyss The Tomb Raider video game reboot franchise, including: Tomb Raider Rise of the Tomb Raider Shadow of the Tomb Raider The Syberia video game franchise, including: Syberia Syberia II Syberia 3 The "Indiana Jones," "The Mummy," and the "National Treasure" film franchises as well as fiction by author Clive Cussler. Do you like playing video games? Check out our Gaming Room! More info here: https://oakcreeklibrary.org/gaming-room Access Ancestry Library Edition online by visiting https://countycat.mcfls.org/screens/ancestry.html Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Fede

Rachel and Leah celebrate National Poetry Month by reading some of their favorite poems (to the best of their ability). Check out what we talked about: "The Ruined Garden" by Charles Baudelaire, translated by Robert Lowell. "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost. "Blackberry-Picking" by Seamus Heaney. Lyrics from Bob Dylan's "Shelter from the Storm," "Blowin' in the Wind," and "The Times They Are a-Changin'." "The Drunken Boat" by Arthur Rimbaud, translated by Wallace Fowlie. "Note to Self" by Donna Marie Merritt. "After great pain, a formal feeling comes" by Emily Dickinson. For more information on National Poetry Month, visit poets.org/national-poetry-month Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org

Leah discusses one of her favorite places in the world, and one of her favorite books in the world. Also included are read-alikes, TV shows, and movies with a similar theme. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: Books mentioned: "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson. "Wild" by Cheryl Strayed. "Zero Days" by Barbara Egbert. "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer. "The Lost City of Z" by David Grann. "Grandma Gatewood's Walk" by Ben Montgomery. "Roughing It" by Mark Twain. "Travels in Alaska" by John Muir. "Dirty Shirt: a Boundary Waters Memoir" by Jim Landwehr. TV shows and movies mentioned: A Walk in the Woods (2015), Director Ken Kwapis Naked and Afraid, Discovery Man vs. Wild, Discovery Running Wild with Bear Grylls, NBC / Nat Geo The Island, NBC / Channel 4 127 Hours (2010), Director Danny Boyle Swiss Army Man (2016), Directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert The Indiana Jones franchise, Director Steven Spielberg - Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981) - Indiana Jones and the Te

Rachel introduces one of her favorite TV shows, Community. Also included are view-alikes. Here's everything we talked about in the episode: TV shows mentioned: Community, ABC / Yahoo! Screen Rick and Morty, Adult Swim The Office, NBC Parks and Recreation, NBC Arrested Development, Fox / Netflix Check out books, movies, and other materials through the Milwaukee County Federated Library System: countycat.mcfls.org www.hoopladigital.com wplc.overdrive.com oakcreeklibrary.org