Reader's Roundtable Episode 69: Winter Reading
Posted Jan 9, 2023, 1:41 PM Our hosts Jessica and Cheryl look at some of their year-end reading and talk about CADL's Winter Reading Challenge. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 68: Best Kids Titles of 2022
Posted Jan 9, 2023, 1:34 PM Mari is joined at the mic by special guest Lynn Harper, Branch Head at CADL Dansville, to take a look back at the titles they're excited about. Read More
Best Books of 2022
Posted Dec 13, 2022, 3:03 PM Our expert staff voted on their favorite books published in 2022. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 67: Quick Reads
Posted Dec 12, 2022, 1:38 PM We wring as much meaning out of the phrase “Reads for long nights and busy days” as we possibly can Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 66: Gift Ideas
Posted Dec 12, 2022, 12:52 PM This episode we’re headed into the holidays and looking at books we think would make great gifts. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 65: Celebrating the Harvest
Posted Nov 12, 2022, 4:23 PM We're talking about Thanksgiving, feasting, gratitude and more. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 64: Native American Heritage Month
Posted Nov 12, 2022, 4:13 PM Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a selection of titles by indigenous authors! Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 62: Books About Diverse Abilities
Posted Oct 7, 2022, 4:02 PM Cheryl, Jessica, and Mari share picks that feature representation for people with disabilities Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 63: Spooky Reads
Posted Oct 7, 2022, 3:58 PM Mari, Cheryl, and Jessica discuss seasonal, creepy, surreal, and fascinating reads. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 61: Hispanic Heritage Month
Posted Sep 15, 2022, 11:15 AM Cheryl and Jessica talk about Hispanic Heritage Month, horses, and colonialism. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 60: Back to School Reads
Posted Sep 9, 2022, 11:10 AM Mari Garza and special guest Melissa Crain chat back about school life, feelings books, middle-grade fiction, and Hispanic Heritage Month. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 59: Summer's End
Posted Aug 16, 2022, 2:42 PM These are books we’ve been meaning to read; books we want to fit in before fall speeds us back up; and books that pull us outdoors. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 58: Stories with Pictures
Posted Aug 16, 2022, 2:35 PM The selectors talk about favorite artists, books with great covers, picture books, graphic novels and other graphic-heavy books. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 57: Keep Moving - Our Bodies, Minds, and Societies
Posted Jul 7, 2022, 6:02 PM Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 53: Summer Reading
Posted May 20, 2022, 2:06 PM It’s that time of year again, Summer Reading is here! Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 52: AAPI Month
Posted May 20, 2022, 2:01 PM We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Read More
Episode 51: Arab American Heritage Month and National Poetry Month
Posted Apr 11, 2022, 1:37 PM Cheryl, Mari, and Jessica offer picks celebrating Arab American Heritage Month and National Poetry Month. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 50: Environmental Reads
Posted Apr 11, 2022, 1:24 PM Low-key celebrating our 50th episode, high-key celebrating spring and the environment! Read More
BookList: Arab American Heritage Month
Posted Apr 1, 2022, 4:58 PM Some of our favorite fiction, non-fiction, children's titles and more. Read More
Women's History Month Titles
Posted Mar 9, 2022, 1:27 PM These new titles bring a fresh viewpoint to both historic events and contemporary life. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 48:MiRM Children's Titles
Posted Mar 7, 2022, 1:45 PM Celebrate March is Reading Month with some of our favorite children's titles! Read More
Episode 42: Titles to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage, Halloween, and More
Posted Oct 11, 2021, 2:04 PM Read More
Resources for Dyslexia
Posted Sep 24, 2021, 3:16 PM We compiled a list of titles and resources for those with print challenges. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 41: Memoir, Picture Books & Fiction Picks
Posted Sep 8, 2021, 12:17 PM Going back to schools, workplaces... traffic... a “new normal.” Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 40: Summer Wrap-Up
Posted Aug 13, 2021, 1:22 PM So many summer reads, so little time... Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 39: Graphic Novels
Posted Jul 20, 2021, 12:23 PM The panel talks Graphic Novels and its wide range of genres and styles--Memoir, manga, slice of life, and more. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 38: Let's Talk About Audiobooks
Posted Jun 4, 2021, 3:50 PM This month we talk audiobooks with our special guest Eric Stanton, Public Service Librarian at CADL Okemos and audiobook enthusiast. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 37: Summer Reading
Posted May 7, 2021, 12:55 PM We’ll chat about the programming, reading, and offer a selection of thematic picks and great summer reads. Read More
Long-Awaited OverDrive Updates are Here!
Posted Apr 14, 2021, 1:40 PM Learn how OverDrive is making your reading experience better than ever. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 35: Reading Month
Posted Mar 16, 2021, 5:58 PM Check out the titles highlighted in the podcast! Read More
Collection Highlights for Women's History Month
Posted Feb 22, 2021, 12:01 PM These new titles bring a fresh viewpoint to both historic events and contemporary life. Read More
Black History Month & Michigan Books
Posted Feb 15, 2021, 12:26 PM …There’s just a lot going on in books right now. Read MoreEpisode 33: Reading goals in Changing Times
Posted Jan 21, 2021, 4:52 PM CADL Selection Specialists Jessica, Mari and Cheryl are back with another great podcast (47 min listen). Read More