Blogs & Podcasts

Find early literacy tips and children's books on the Children's Blog. Discover your next great read on the Books Movies Music Blog. Dig into Nashville history with the Community History Blog. Listen to stories, history, and culture on NPL Podcasts. Please see this Note for Readers.

Shaken by Tim Tebow

December 8, 2016

Amanda Dembiec

He had trouble finding a home in the NFL, but that doesn't mean his life's not worthwhile.

parent and child reading and laughing together

Reading Should Be Serious....ly funny!

December 6, 2016

Jenny Ellis

We all know that reading to your child is an important part of their development. But did you know it can also be hilarious?

500+ Years of Indigenous Resistance

December 3, 2016

Megan Adovasio-Jones

Book and film recommendations for Native American Heritage Month.

Best of 2016

December 1, 2016

Beth Deeb

It's December, which means it's time for "best of" lists everywhere you look. Hurray!

Books for Babies

November 29, 2016

Books for babies? Really? All they do is chew on them! Right?

Colorful orbs of light on black background.

Keeping Holiday Stress in Check

November 28, 2016

Look for ways to step back from the December madness and give yourself a break

wide avenue in big city. A parade with flags horses and a blimp.

Remember, Remember the 11th of November

November 26, 2016

Sarah Arntz

Though this was the first year that Metro Nashville Government closed for Veteran's Day, we've never neglected honoring the ever-important holiday. Check out some of the documents and memorabilia from Metro Archives.