Episodes

  • Curses, Treasure, and Lizards: Holes by Louis Sachar

    Curses, Treasure, and Lizards: Holes by Louis Sachar
    Sep 19 2024

    In this episode of Bookwards, Sam and Dana explore Holes by Louis Sachar, a captivating story about Stanley Yelnats, a boy sent to a juvenile prison camp where digging holes is the daily punishment. As they unravel the mysteries of Camp Green Lake, Sam and Dana dive into the book’s themes of friendship, fate, and buried secrets.

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    26 mins
  • Billionaires, Hypnotists, and Alligators: Exploring Unplugged by Gordon Korman

    Billionaires, Hypnotists, and Alligators: Exploring Unplugged by Gordon Korman
    Aug 16 2024

    In this episode of Bookwards, Sam and Dana dive into Gordon Korman’s 2021 novel, “Unplugged.” Set at the Oasis, a phone-free wellness camp, the story revolves around Jett, a rule-breaking billionaire’s son, and other colorful characters. Sam and Dana explore the unique character dynamics and the book’s intriguing plot twists, including the mystery surrounding the camp’s villain.
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    16 mins