Blogs & Podcasts

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Novelette Booksellers

Welcome to NPL's new podcast all about art and creativity—The Spark!
On this inaugural episode, we're joined by Jordan and Deezy, the co-owners of Novelette Booksellers in East Nashville, to talk about problem-solving and community-building through books and small business.

Find out more at https://www.novelettebooksellers.com/ or find them on Instagram @novelettebooksellers

Join us for The Spark every third Thursday!

Theme song by Joey Frevola

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Ceramics with Alexie Smith

Welcome back to The Spark, NPL's podcast about art and creativity.
Today, we're joined by Alexie Smith--pottery instructor, warehouse manager, and kiln repair specialist at the Clay Lady's Campus--to discuss the hands-on creativity of ceramics.

Find out more at https://theclaylady.com/

Join us for The Spark every third Thursday!

Theme song by Joey Frevola

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The Magician's Horse

A prince who has taken work with a magician escapes with the magician’s talking horse. Will the horse give the prince sage advice, or lead him right into trouble?

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Coming Soon The Spark

From Nashville Public Library, we’re here to talk about the triumphs and tribulations, the joy of creativity in all its forms, and the enjoyment of appreciating the creations of others and the connections they make. All those things that light something up in you…that give you The Spark.

Transgender Awareness Week happens every year from November 13th through 19th and serves as a reminder of what it means to be transgender and how allies can help spread awareness and advocate for the trans community. In recent years, many trans authors have shared their important stories in literature, and more and more children's books are being published on the topic of gender identity. Read this article to learn about some transgender authors who have written picture books to spread the word about the transgender experience and make children feel that they belong no matter who they are! 

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Trusty John

A dying king entrusts his son to the care of his servant, Trusty John. After helping the new king to secure a bride, how far will John go to serve the King?

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We Are Under Construction

Do you know anything, or anyone, that is a finished project? Truth is, we always have another level to reach, more lessons to learn and laughter to enjoy. How do we release ourselves to the truth that nothing is ever "finished" including our growth, purpose and self-awareness?