Episode Transcript
[00:00:17] Speaker A: Welcome to the second episode of our September 2025 Library News. School is back in session for kids across Iowa, and that means fall is here along with the cooler weather. From hot apple cider to everything pumpkin, we got a bountiful lineup of library updates for you. This month brings a fiery hot D List, a featured horticulture magazine. Leland is back this month with his latest tech tip, and Angie is sharing a must read staff picnic. Buckle up. This is one Library News episode you won't want to miss.
[00:01:00] Speaker B: This month's D list too lit to a Flaming collection of fiery Fiction the Sword and the Flame by Patricia Hickman, DB36 015 Claudine de Vouveret Companion to Marie de Guise, Lorraine narrates this account of Queen Mary's struggle to keep the throne of Scotland safe for her infant daughter Mary. Twice widowed and having lost her first two children, Marie and Claudine, at her side battles with Scottish chiefs, landholders and religious reformers and the English to assure that Mary will become Queen of Scotland.
House of Flame and Shaden by Sarah J. Moss, DB 120413 Bryce Quindlen never expected to see a world other than Midgard.
But now that she has, all she wants is to get back everything she loves is in Midgard her family, her friends, her mate. Stranded in a strange new world, she's going to need all her wits about her to get home again, and that's no easy feat when she has no idea who to trust. Hunt Athelar has found himself in some deep holes in his life, but this one might be the deepest of all. After a few brief moments with everything he has ever wanted, he is in the Asteris dungeons again. Stripped of his freedom and without a clue as to Bryce's fate, he's desperate to help her, but until he can escape the Asteris leash, his hands are quite literally tied in this sexy, breathtaking sequel to the number one bestsellers House of Earth and Blood and House of sky and Breath. Sarah J. Maas Crescent City series reaches new heights as Bryce and Hunt's world is brought to the brink of collapse with its future resting on their shoulders. Book three in the Crescent City series Flame of Resistance By Tracy Groot, DB89657 in this retelling of the biblical story of Rahab, American pilot Tom Yeager finds himself behind enemy lines and and recruited by the French resistance on the eve of D Day. Impersonating a German officer, he tries to gather intelligence from local prostitute Brigitte Durand.
[00:03:21] Speaker A: Into the Flames by Gerald N. Lund, DBC 20483 begins as Adolf Hitler completes his transformation of the German Republic into a total harsh dictatorship.
And as the Great Depression continues to ravage the United States, the tumultuous times brings new experiences, new challenges, new opportunities, and not a few tragedies into the lives of Eckhart and Westland families.
Book six in the Fire and Steel series Flame and Ember by M.A. nichols, DPC 20433 the woman Simon loves wed another, and now it is time to settle for someone with whom he can share his life.
Love is no longer an option for a man who whose heart is irrecoverably broken.
Mina longs for a loving marriage, but facing a lifetime of being the Spencer sister living on her brother's charity, she considers something she never thought she would a marriage of convenience.
Sapphire Flames By Ilona Andrews, DB 96641 In a world where magic is the key to power and wealth, Catalina Baylor is a prime and the head of her house. Despite being afraid to use her unique powers when her friend's mother and sister are murdered, Catalina risks her reputation to unravel the mystery.
Book 4 in the Hidden Legacy series.
[00:05:26] Speaker C: The Candle and the Flame By Mafiza Azad, DB 95248 when one of the most important Djinn of order and reason dies in the city of Noor, Fatima finds herself drawn into the intrigues of the court, the affairs of the djinn, and the very real dangers of a magical battlefield.
The Hidden Flame by Davis T. Bunn and Jeanette Oak, DB86334 as the city of Jerusalem remains in turmoil after the execution of Jesus, Abigail, a member of a sect following his teachings, is courted by a merchant with ties to the Sanhedrin, a roman soldier and another she lets her faith in Christ lead her. Book 2 in the Acts of Faith series.
The Flamethrowers By Rachel Kushner, DB76749, 1970s Seeking to give creative expression to her love of motorcycles, Nevada born Reno moves to New York and falls in with the art crowd. Romance then leads her to Italy and the political revolutionaries there.
A Court of Silver Flames by Sarah J. Maas, DB102759 As Nesta struggles to find her place in her new world, feelings ignite between her and the infuriating Cassian. This intensifies after they are forced into close quarters. Meanwhile, a new alliance threatens the fragile peace of the realms.
Book four in a Court of Thorn.
[00:06:58] Speaker B: And Roses series for September, our magazine of the month is the Art and Science of Smart Gardening, published bimonthly. Horticulture highlights the latest gardening trends, products and projects for both aspiring and seasoned gardeners.
This magazine is available in audio format, on cartridge or download through Bard.
[00:07:21] Speaker A: Welcome to this month's Tech Tip. I'm Leland and I'll be talking about a helpful Bard Mobile Setting let's get started have you ever been listening to a book on your phone or tablet when it suddenly stopped playing?
Chances are this setting is to blame for your book's sudden stop.
It's called Background Playback and what it does it allows your book to continue playing even if your device is locked or asleep.
When you first start using Bard Mobile on your device, this setting will be turned off to allow your book to keep playing. You'll need to turn this on to do this. The steps are simple.
Open the Bard Mobile app, press on the Settings tab, the third one with the little gear icon.
Select Audio Settings should be the top option.
Background playback should be halfway down the list.
Make sure it's turned on and that's it.
Now if your device falls asleep or you lock it while listening to a book, it'll continue to play and there'll be a play pause button on your lock screen.
[00:08:46] Speaker C: Angie here with this month's staff pick. I've been completely hooked on the books of Ali Hazelwood. Recently.
She writes stem themed contemporary romances that are smart, funny, and impossible to put down.
The first book of hers I read was not in love DB122038 and spoiler alert, they were definitely in love.
What I love most about Hazelwood's writing is her lead characters who work in fascinating stem fields think physicists, biofood engineers, and even aerospace engineers. Her characters feel grounded and real, and the witty banner had me laughing out loud more than once. Here's the coolest part. Allie Hazelwood herself has a PhD in neuroscience.
That background adds so much credibility and depth to her stories.
And if rom coms aren't really your thing, don't worry. Hazelwood has recently branched out into a paranormal romance. Her first book in that genre, Bride, is already earning rave reviews on Goodreads and Amazon. If you're looking to dive into a fresh romance author who's clearly here to stay, I definitely recommend Ali Hazelwood.
[00:09:53] Speaker B: September is packed with fun at the Iowa Library for the Blind and Print Disabled. We're kicking things off with the September Reading Challenge. Track your reading minutes all month long and celebrate your progress with us.
You can also stop by our Ask a Librarian Zoom hours every Tuesday and Thursday for quick answers and helpful tips from our staff.
Little ones ages 0 to 4 are invited to join Braille Babies Storytime on Thursday mornings where we'll explore textures, tactiles and early Braille skills. And don't miss Crafting youg Story, our after school program starting September 23rd featuring guest speakers, book clubs, creative arts, DIY fun games and STEM activities. It's all happening during Library Cards Signup Month and National Literacy Month, a perfect time to dive into reading, learning and connecting with your library. With so many activities to choose from, there's something for everyone.
[00:10:52] Speaker A: This September, the Library will host the Midlands Southern Regional Conference in person at the Iowa Department for the Blind and virtually on Zoom September 15th and 16th. This conference is attended by National Library Service for the Blind imprint disabled staff as well as library staff from other NLS regional libraries.
The conference provides a unique opportunity for colleagues to learn from one another, highlight best practices, and discuss the latest developments within the National Library Service and regional libraries.
The library's newest book club starts this month in the NoBook Book Club.
There are no assigned titles. You choose what you want to read and bring whatever title you're reading and share it with the group.
The no Book Book Club will have the first reading on Wednesday, September 17th from 2 to 3pm and we'll meet bimonthly after that.
Call or email the library to get.
[00:12:17] Speaker C: Signed up on Thursday, September 18th at 2:00pm Join the Thursday Book Club as we discuss Just A Love Story by Karen Kingsbury DB117632 Set during World War II, Earl Holland is torn between two brothers dating Sam but secretly in love with Hank when her life is upended by Pearl Harbor. As Sam fights overseas, Ervil and Hank battle growing feelings at home while Ervil is recruited into a secret spy network that could change everything.
The Patron Engagement Section is offering a new program to assist patrons using the new Bard 2.0 website.
Bard 2.0 office hours will be held each Tuesday night from 7pm until 8pm starting September 16, 2025 and ending November 25, 2025. Each session will be informal and structured, specifically designed to assist patrons as they learn and use the new Bard website.
Sessions will not begin with a presentation and will not be recorded. Patron questions will be addressed on a first come first served basis.
Staff will share their screen reader sound for the patrons as they answer questions.
[00:13:34] Speaker B: And demonstrate features Smart Speaking to the Smart speaker by NLS will be held Thursday, September 18th at 6pm the all may eread the monthly NLS program that focuses on the NLS Braille eReader will be held Tuesday, September 30th at 6:00pm via Zoom. Topics for these NLS programs have not been released yet. Check our blog, IowaLibrary Blog, for updated information. Contact the Library if you need assistance getting registered for any of the NLS events, please don't hesitate to contact the library with any questions or comments at 515-281-1323 or by email at librarylind state ia us.
The library is open Monday through Friday, 8am to 4:30pm Happy reading.
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