The Bookshelf at the End of the Universe

Jan 13 2025 36 ep. 30 mins 18

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A podcast for kids and young teens about sci-fi and fantasy books.

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Ruin Road and The Last Last-Day-of-Summer by Lamar Giles

Jan 13 2025 26 mins

We're back! Elliott and Kristen sit down to talk about two books by Lamar Giles, Ruin Road and The Last Last-Day-of-Summer. They also discuss this year's Librarypalooza, which Lamar Giles will be at to discuss his work! Check out the link below for more details about Librarypalooza. https://www.librarypaloozasa.org/ Thanks for listening!

026 - The Drawing of the Three (The Dark Tower II) by Stephen King

Sep 23 2024 35 mins

We're back with the next chapter in Stephen King's Dark Tower series, The Drawing of the Three. Roland's journey takes a radical turn as he encounters, assists, and is aided by some new companions. Join us as we talk all about the events of the second book in King's epic series! CONTENT WARNINGS — While not said during the show, the book contains the following: Ad

025 - Dinotopia by James Gurney

Aug 29 2024 16 mins

It's Norah's turn to take the driver's seat in an episode about Dinotopia—a fun fantasy book where humans and dinosaurs exist in a magical world together! Join us as we talk about the book and some of our favorite dinos.

024 - The Gunslinger (The Dark Tower I) by Stephen King

Aug 26 2024 34 mins

We are back and ready to tackle a new series, The Dark Tower, by Stephen King. This is a series (and author) that Cody is very familiar with, but Elliott is brand new to. Join us as we talk about the first book in the series, The Gunslinger, which is one of King's most experimental books. We'll be back soon to talk about the next book in the series, The Drawing of the Three

023 - Kiki's Delivery Service by Eiko Kadono

Jun 07 2024 25 mins

This week, Norah takes the driver's seat to talk about the 1985 book Kiki's Delivery Service by Eiko Kadono. The book became much more well-known due to the 1989 movie adaptation by Hayao Miyazaki. Norah talks about the portrayal of witches in this book as compared to other books, movies, and TV shows, as well as the major differences between the book and its adaptation. b

022 - Uzumaki by Junji Ito

May 31 2024 33 mins

This was a pretty intense piece of horror manga, so parents, please read it before deciding if you want your child to read it. Hear what Elliott and Cody had to think about this seminal work of horror writing from Junji Ito on this week's episode. Next week, Norah is on to talk about Kiki's Delivery Service! [email protected] @bookshelfpod on Instagram

021 - Of Jade and Dragons by Amber Chen

May 01 2024 22 mins

Guess who's back? Back again. Elliott's back with his mom, Kristen, to talk about Of Jade and Dragons by Amber Chen. This is the first silkpunk book that has been discussed on the show and Elliott really enjoyed it. The discussion covers the influence of Mulan on the story and the downright beautiful cover art. The book was an ARC (Advance Reader Copy) and does not release

020 - The Last Rose by Leah Cypress and Grimm's Fairy Tales by Philip Pullman

Feb 27 2024 41 mins

Elliott is back and ready to talk books! During the hiatus, he read two books which re-tell fairy tales for a modern audience. Join him and Kristen as they talk about these great books! The Last Rose, by Leah Cypress, is a retelling of Beauty and the Beast which presents a classic story in a new setting. In the latter half of the episode, Elliott and Kristen talk about Philip Pul

019 - Refugee by Alan Gratz

Dec 01 2023 45 mins

Elliott is taking us back to school today as he discusses a book he read (and enjoyed) for school, Refugee. Join us as we talk about how much we love this book and how Alan Gratz has destroyed our hearts forever. Thanks, Alan. We do talk about spoilers, so read first! Follow us on social media at the links below (kids, get your parents' permission first): ⁠https://twitter.co

Bonus Episode: Because of Winn-Dixie

Oct 13 2023 28 mins

We've got a special bonus episode for everyone! Elliott's younger sister Norah joined him to talk about Because of Winn-Dixie by Kate DiCamillo. Norah read the book and wanted Elliott to read it so they could talk about it on the show! Hope you all enjoy their conversation!