Shaking things up on B&S, we have Doug and Bethann! Join in as they talk about Doug's current favorite trope, horror, and what Bookopoly is looking like for everyone. This is also the episode when Bethann finds out she's in second-to-last place (no one saw that coming) and the audience finds out about the big changes coming in June for Bookopoly! Cry with Bethann while Doug breaks her heart about "Thornhedge," and laugh as they realize they both are fighting to not win last place. Listen in to have a great time!

Doug and Caele join Samantha for her last podcast episode for the summer. We share Bookopoly updates, highlighting a few of our favorite reads so far and a few things we can't bring ourselves to recommend.

Trisha is back in the reading lead this week with Bookopoly! All the other players are either fighting for first or gasp last place. Listen in as we refresh your prompts for this week and let you in on what staff are reading! Bethann and Samantha also treat you to some up and coming releases with some fresh reads to add to your TBR. It's a sit down an chill episode to enjoy on Off the Books!

In this episode of Off the Books with B & S, we’re diving into a handpicked selection of must-read books that are perfect for any reader. From gripping thrillers to romantic tales, we’ve got something to suit every taste. Join Bethann and Samantha as they share personal recommendations, explore why these books stand out, and discuss what makes them unputdownable. Whether you're looking for your next great read or just some fresh book ideas and prompts, this episode will leave you with plenty of titles to add to your TBR list!

In today's episode of Off the Books, Brittany expertly keeps Bethann and Samantha on track as they dive into all things reading. From exciting reading updates and fanfiction devotion to Samantha taking the reins with her free parking win, this episode has it all. The trio also shares their top anthology recommendations to help you break free from a reading slump, offering the perfect mix of inspiration and new authors. Whether you're looking for fresh reads or just need a little push to get back into your books, this episode is a must-listen!

Join Bethann and Samantha as they update their listeners on all things Bookopoly! What are the players reading now? Who is pulling ahead, and who has fallen into the Bookopoly trenches? B&S also give a sneak peak and no-spoiler review of the third and final book in the None Shall Sleep trilogy, "All Shall Mourn."

You are on the air and off the books with Bethann, Caele, and Trisha! Today they are coming in hot with some new book recommendations and new updates! Catch up on what everyone is reading while gathering up some new prompts to challenge your TBR. Check out this episode to pull you right out of a reading slump!

One month in and the scores have been tabulated for the hyper-competitive game of Bookopoly. Head of Marketing Caele joins the podcast this week to weigh in on the discussion of prompts and challenges in the reading game. Who is in first place? Who went straight to jail? What books have been discovered through this challenge? Find out all of this and more on this week's episode of Off the Books with B&S.

Bethann and Samantha welcome special guest James Logan to the podcast! James Logan is the author of the debut fantasy "The Silverblood Promise," a story following Lukan Gardova, a young man whose life consists of card-playing and drinking lots and lots of wine. When Lukan's estranged father is found assassinated, Lukan sets off to find his father's killer, unaware of the adventure that awaits him. Join us today as we chat with James about his amazing book, his writing process, and the industry of book editing. We thank James Logan for sending a copy of "The Sliverblood Promise" to review and for joining us on the podcast!

Let the games begin! Bookopoly begins January 1st. The players have made their first rolls and selected their books. Who rolled the best at the start? Who is likely to fall behind? Find out on this week's episode of Off the Books with B&S!

The end of the year is upon us; people are wrapping up their goals for this year and starting to look ahead to the next. Today, Bethann and Samantha share their big plans for 2025, and they want to play a game. Tune in to hear all about how you can follow along!

This week on Off the Books with B&S, Bethann and Samantha are joined by #1 New York Times Best Selling Historical Fiction Author Ruta Sepetys and her longtime friends and KHCPL librarians Trisha and Lori. Ruta Sepetys discusses her life before becoming a writer, her writing and research process, and even some details about upcoming projects. If you enjoy this interview, be sure to register for the author visit event coming up on Wednesday, December 18 from 7-8 p.m. at KHCPL South. Registration is free and can be done online or by calling 765-457-3242: https://khcpl.libnet.info/event/12083466

Digital Ben is taking over the podcast for this Halloween episode! We are taking a look back at the murder mystery series written by Bethann and Samantha, Partied to Death, where staff members here at the library play detectives and suspects in the murder case of victim Kirby Beckham. This was a special seven-part series that has been updated and rolled all into one episode. Can you guess who the killer is before the end? Happy Halloween!

With less than two months remaining in the year, how close are you to finish your reading goals? Listen to this week's podcast to find out how Bethann and Samantha up the stakes to round out 2024.

In this game of Would You Rather, Bethann and Samantha talk about their reading preferences. Join in to hear their answers to questions like "Would you rather meet your favorite author or your favorite book character?"

Hello, dear readers! Welcome back to another chit chatty episode about all things library and all things books. Bethann and Samantha are reading an array of brand new things and also hyping up the self-published All Shall Mourn by our favorite Ellie Marney! Join the chat and hold on as it rollercoasters away!

Bethann and Samantha try their hand at reading Cozy Romantasy together! "Spellshop" is a cute cottagecore tale about a woman who goes to study at a magical library with her favorite sentient spider plant. This book ticks all the boxes for anyone looking to get "Legends and Lattes" vibes with a little more romance. Add this book to your TBR and put it on hold today! Thank you to Netgalley and Bramble, a section of Tor Publishing group, for sending us electronic and physical ARCS for honest reviews!

Samantha is all ready for Fall and her pumpkin spice everything! To get ready for Spooky Season, Bethann and Samantha are talking about the scary reads and recommendations they picked up this summer.

B&S are back with a few Mystery/Thriller and Horror recommendations to add to your TBR! Bethann talks about Summerween and Samantha goes over her Frieda McFadden obsession while spilling the Booktok Tea. Join us!

Farewell Bethann! This is the episode where we replace our beloved host with the other B in B&S! Samantha tells all that she's obsessed with, looking forward to, and recommends. Samantha spills all, tells all and, oh yeah, Bethann reads too... B&S will be back July 25th with their next episode! Have a great summer!