Planet Book

Jen and former co-host Charity interview author Brandy Colbert. Colbert, a Springfield native discusses her books, and some local history that lent inspiration to her latest book, Black Birds in the Sky: the Story and Legacy of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Jen and Tana talk about their favorite book to streaming series adaptations and some of the upcoming book to series adaptations they are looking forward to seeing. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Jen and Tana talk about their favorite book to movie adaptations and some of the upcoming book to movie adaptations they are looking forward to seeing. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

On this episode Jen introduces her new co-host, Taña. They talk about their favorite books to revisit, and the reasons they enjoy rereading favorites. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

We're talking about the best back-listed middle grade and YA titles you've probably never heard of. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Alan Gratz, best-selling, award winning author, joins the podcast for an in depth conversation about his books, writing, and fandoms. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

YA author Rory Power joins the podcast to talk about her newest book, In a Garden Burning Gold, and share her recommendation for readers.

We discuss our favorite titles for reluctant readers and how to find your perfect book match. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Author-illustrator, Rachel Elliott, joins Charity and Jen to discuss her debut middle grade graphic novel coming out this spring. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Just because we didn't finish these doesn't mean you shouldn't read them. We'll talk about the books that we started but just couldn't finish and how to know when it's time to move on. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

We discuss the good and the bad of diversity in books, why representation matters, and the stories we want to see more of. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Best-selling author, Stuart Gibbs, talks about his newest book, Once Upon a Tim, and shares his best advice for readers. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Hosts Charity and Jen share their divergent opinions on the same book, Jasmine Warga's Shape of Thunder. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Good stories are for everyone! We're sharing our takes on some of the best kids and teen books adults will also enjoy. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Jen and Charity discuss book ratings, what it takes to get 5 stars, and what it all means. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Think you know what it's like to be a librarian? We're giving the tea on our years of experience working at a public library. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

We're counting down our top 10 books of 2021. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Best-selling author Daniel Handler, a.k.a. Lemony Snicket, joins the podcast to talk about danger, bewilderment, and his newest book, Poison for Breakfast. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Tropes, no matter how bad, cheesy, or tired, we're here for it. Tune in for this humorous conversation! Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

A new co-host, Jen, joins Charity to talk about choosing books new books, maxing out your library card and other strange things that readers do. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Charity and Breea wrap up this season discussing some of their favorite characters from middle grade and teen books. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

In this episode, Charity and Breea talk about their favorite banned middle grade and teen books. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Through book quizzes, Breea and Charity discover what their reader preferences reveal about their lives. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Charity and Breea chat about the things they love most as readers. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Breea and Charity share their different opinions on the the same YA novel, One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

On this episode, avid readers will be able to relate as Charity and Breea discuss their biggest pet peeves for books. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Breea and Charity talk about their reader favorites with a game of would you rather. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

A discussion about books that they expected not to like but turned out to be surprisingly good with Charity and Breea. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

In this episode, Charity and Breea reveal their personal reader secrets and habits. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Hosts Breea and Charity share their own views on underrated and overrated kids and teen books. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Charity and Breea discuss the kids books that influenced them the most as readers. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Youth librarian, Lisa Hellman, joins Charity as they discuss the Wolfner Library and the worlds of Marissa Meyer. Book recommendations for Middle Grade and YA readers.

Charity welcomes Heather to discuss one of the hottest YA titles to come out in 2020. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

Travel from India to Alaska as Charity welcomes Kaitlyn to discuss two middle grade novels based on real life events. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

Two librarians debate their opposing views on the same teen book, Elizabeth Acevedo's "Clap When You Land." Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

Charity is joined by Amanda and Breea who share stories featuring strong female characters starting new chapters in their lives and having adventures along the way. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

On this episode we discuss middle grade and teen stories that explore the power of the human spirit and the importance of connecting to the natural world. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

Charity and Jen discuss graphic novels with an LGBTQ focus for middle grade and young adult readers. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

In this episode, we talk about the middle grade books we love just as much now as we did when we were kids, with guest Dionne. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

Charity is joined by high school librarian, Kristan, to discuss the sometimes dark and mysterious but always adventurous world of teen fantasy.  Book Recommendations for YA Readers.

Comic enthusiast, Taryn, joins Charity to share their favorite comic books and discuss why reading comics can be so important for kids. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.  

Charity welcomes back Emily to discuss three timely stories that feature characters who aren't afraid to stand out and use their voice to make a difference. Book Recommendations for Tween and Teen Readers.

On this episode of the Planet Book Podcast we dive into the world of Origami Yoda as well as exploring an Argentine folktale about werewolves in a new Own Voices series with guests Heather and Joe.  Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Emily welcomes guests Iggi and Jeannine to talk about books with LGBTQ+ positive characters. Join in this discussion of friendship, found families and what exactly an epistolary book is! Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Guests Jen and Sarah join in this episode as we talk about the Newbery and Caldecott book awards as well as book-to-movie adaptations.

This episode of the Planet Book Podcast features book recommendations that are totally opposite! Guests Charity and Adrienne recommend middle books that are great for sharing with the whole family as read-alouds, and teen titles that are all about families in conflict. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

In this episode of the Planet Book Podcast, Emily welcomes guests Julia and Sarah, who talk about stories featuring different cultures, found families, and finding your place in the world. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

This episode of the Planet Book Podcast is all about mystery! Guests Gwyneth and Breea share a middle grade adventure trilogy with some shocking twists, and a futuristic graphic novel about outer space and a mysterious boy who might have been lost in space. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

On this episode, Emily talks about stories with lore and epic world building, with guest Phyllis and Paige. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

Historical fiction and politics meet in this episode of the Planet Book Podcast with guests Charity and Lindsey. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.

On this episode, Emily welcomes guests Heather and Jeannine as they recommend books about a mystery on a lunar colony and a teen mother with a passion for cooking. Book recommendations for young adult and middle grade readers.