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The 2019 Summer Book Show

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Is summer a time to tear into a new novel, dive into a classic memoir or listen along to a new audiobook? "Vermont Edition" wants your summer books recommendations.

It's June, and so it's time to ask the age-old question: what are you reading this summer? In Vermont Edition's annual summer book show, we're talking with librarians and book buyers around the state about new novels, memorable memoirs, first-rate nonfiction and books for kids and young adults to dive into this summer. 

Joining the discussion about books, audiobooks, e-books and more are:

  • Carolyn Brennan, director of library services at Montpelier's .
  • Stan Hynds, adult book buyer for the  in Manchester Center and in Saratoga Springs, New York.
  • Starr LaTronica, library director at the  in Brattleboro.

And find Goodreads lists of various suggestions from this show:

Broadcast live on Monday, June 3, 2019 at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.

Jane Lindholm is the host, executive producer and creator of But Why: A Podcast For Curious Kids. In addition to her work on our international kids show, she produces special projects for . Until March 2021, she was host and editor of the award-winning program Vermont Edition.
Matt Smith worked for from 2017 to 2023 as managing editor and senior producer of Vermont Edition.

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