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Your Call's best books of 2012

Ali Budner — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 08:00:00 +0000

See the full list of recommendations from our bookworld specialists, and from other listeners!

Today's Your Call: Who controls the future of the book?

Becca Hoekstra — Tue, 05 Jun 2012 07:00:00 +0000

On the next Your Call, we’ll talk about how e-books are changing the economy of publishing and creating an uncertain future for writers, readers, libraries, and booksellers. Apple and some major publishers are the target of an antitrust suit that could ironically boost Amazon’s already dominant position. Meanwhile, librarians struggle to provide access to e-books and independent bookstores are scrambling to get into the e-book business themselves. What’s next, and what’s best for book-lovers? It’s Your Call, with Matt Martin, and y

Today on Your Call: What makes a great children’s book?

Matt Martin — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:44:06 +0000

On the next Your Call, we’ll mark the 75^th anniversary of Dr. Seuss’s first children’s book by talking about classic kids books, and the remarkable children’s literature being written right now. Why are the bonds we make with those special children’s books so powerful? And when stories like The Lorax head to the big screen – or the iPad -- how does the magic of a grown-up reading to a kid change?

Guests:

Carla Kozak, children’s librarian at San Francisco Public Library.

Today on Your Call: What are your favorite books of the year?

Ali Budner — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 17:58:17 +0000

On the today's Your Call, we’ll ask Green Apple Books, Kevin Hunsanger, and Booksmith’s, Christin Evans, to share their recommendations for the best books of the year. Do you have friends or family you’d love to give a book to if only you had a recommendation? What’s your book gift idea and what are you reading? It's Your Call with Rose Aguilar, and you.

Guests:

Kevin Hunsanger, co-owner of Green Apple Books