The First Fifty Pages
The First Fifty Pages is the Sioux City Public Library's podcast about books, library culture, and current reading trends. Each month, Kelsey Patterson and Jenn Delperdang discuss what they're reading, what's popular in our community, and what's happening at the Library! Who knows, they might even help you find your next great read! Highlighting the amazing work that libraries do, and why you should be using your library, this podcast is not to be missed!
Produced by Siouxland Public Media.
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What is the true cost of eBooks and audiobooks for libraries? What is Bridges? How does the Macmillan embargo affect libraries? In this installment of The…
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In part one of the Libby series, Jenn and Kelsey dive into the app, which lets users borrow eBooks and audiobooks from their local library. Special guest…
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How does one find the perfect scary story? Is there a one-size-fits-all when it comes to the horror genre? What is your monster? Special guest Gregg…
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On this episode, Jenn & Kelsey discuss the vast collection of DVDs the library offers along with special guest Sara Leiss, Operations Manager at the Sioux…
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Banned Books Week, what is it, and when does it happen? Why is it important for a community to celebrate Banned Books Week? What is the difference between…
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In honor of September being Library Card Sign-up Month, Jenn & Kelsey reflect on the impact library cards has had throughout their lives. As well as the…
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In the fourth episode of The First Fifty Pages, Jenn & Kelsey discuss vacation and beach reads. What fits the bill for a beach read? And, what sort of…
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In the third episode of The First Fifty Pages, Jenn & Kelsey, along with special guest Jessi Wakefield, discuss the different types of readers, how they…
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In the second episode of The First Fifty Pages, Jenn & Kelsey talk about blind dates with books. Why should one go on a blind date with a book? What makes…
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What places a book on a best of list? Are those lucky few that rank on The New York Times or Amazon the books that people are actually reading? Does that…