Blogs & Podcasts

Find early literacy tips and children's books on the Children's Blog. Discover your next great read on the Books Movies Music Blog. Dig into Nashville history with the Community History Blog. Listen to stories, history, and culture on NPL Podcasts. Please see this Note for Readers.

Podcast

The Enchanted Watch

April 12, 2023

After rescuing a dog, a cat, and a serpent, a not-too-clever young fellow is rewarded with a watch that will grant him anything he wants, including the hand of a princess. But when she absconds with his treasure, how will he get it back?

Author Shaun Tan. He is a thin biracial Asian man, bald, and wears dark rimmed glassed. He is wearing a faded black t-shirt. He is photographed from chest up in a seated position, and behind him is a bulletin board with several drawings tacked upon it.

The Art of Children's Book Author Shaun Tan

April 11, 2023

Klem-Mari Cajigas

Marked by surreal worlds and unusual characters, artist Shaun Tan's picture books stand out from the norm in children's literature.

Sepia tone photo of people lined up on a city block

StoryCorps Highlight: Remembering the Great Depression

April 8, 2023

Kate Wingate

It's been almost 100 years since Black Monday ushered in the Great Depression. Here's a snapshot of what it was like to live through that time here in Middle Tennessee.

Wanderlust

April 6, 2023

Beth Deeb

Biography lovers, rejoice!

Podcast

"The Devil and Tom Walker"

April 3, 2023

The story of Tom Walker is a variation on the legend of Doctor Faust.

Library Resources: New Parent Edition

April 2, 2023

Jessica Siddharth

As a first-time mom-to-be, trying to learn all the things can be super intimidating. Thankfully, the library is full of helpful, free resources to help you prepare for your parenting journey!

Podcast

Soul on the Screen

March 30, 2023

Close your eyes. Think movie. Think mood. Think momentum. What films do you rely on to shift your spirit, support your focus, and amp your flow? Spoiler alert: You might be surprised at our choices of FeelGood flicks. Tell us: what films tell stories that are tried and true to you?

Podcast

The Little Gray Man

March 29, 2023

Three traveling companions encounter, and eventually overcome, an odd little man who attacks them. After tracking the man to his lair, what rewards will await the trio?

Getting Kids Geeked About Gardening

March 28, 2023

Caroline Cronin

Not all of us are gifted with a green thumb. However, getting our hands dirty in the garden (or with whatever space you have) can be a fantastic opportunity for you and your child to learn about the natural world. Here are a few books and resources to inspire a love of plants this spring!

Podcast

"The White Silence"

March 27, 2023

We are happy today to bring you our third Jack London story here.