Top Shelf with Russell Library
On Top Shelf, you’ll hear about compelling reads from the people who know books best, librarians! Our bookish staff will share titles that connect to a unique theme each episode. This show will also share the many services offered here at Russell Library. Not local? No worries! Our staff will inspire you to connect with a public library in your own community.
Top Shelf with Russell Library
Latest Episodes
Buzzy Books | Stephanie, Kate, Christy, & Kim
Are you first in line to pick up the latest "buzzy" book or do you steer clear of the hype? Buzzy books are the titles people simply can't stop talking about. These stories manage to spark widespread conversation, allowing readers to participat...
AANHPI Books | Briana, Stephanie, & Christy
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month and with it comes a plethora of fantastic reads! Celebrate the diverse voices and stories within the AANHPI community. Whether you're drawn to historical ficti...
Romantasy | Stephanie, Briana, Shan, & Cate
It's no wonder that romantasy has become one of the fastest growing book genres among readers. These books beautifully blend intense romantic relationships with high stakes magical worlds. Unlike traditional fantasy novels, romantasy plotlines ...
Female Celebrity Memoirs | Christy, Steph, Kim, and Shan
Celebrities seem to exist in a world apart. Fame and fortune serve to separate them from the rest of society. Perhaps this is why celebrity memoirs captivate readers so fully; they give us a glimpse into the very human lives of these elusive in...
Monster Romance | Shan, Kim, Stephanie, & Briana
Have the traditional romance tropes started to feel a little stale to you? Are you looking for an escape from societal beauty standards and traditional relationship pressures? If so, monster romance might be the new genre for you! In today's co...