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.

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The White Slipper

A king seriously injures his foot and only one person is able to bring him relief. When his specially treated shoe is lost, so is all hope; the man responsible for his freedom from pain has died. Is there anyone living who may ease his pain?
Family with baby enjoys a shared reading experience.
Reading doesn't have to look any particular way! No matter the format, what matters the most is sharing stories in ways that work for your family. Mixing and matching how you read keeps things fresh and allows children to experience books as something flexible, enjoyable, and immersive.
Main Children's Mural
Buttercup, the Main Library’s resident mouse, has been exploring branches, attending CuentaCuentos, and reading bilingual books. Join her favorite adventures as she discovers Spanish words, culture, and fun stories that make learning playful and engaging!
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The White Doe

After the birth of her greatly-anticipated child, a queen fails to show proper respect to the crab-fairy responsible; in retaliation, the crab-fairy curses the infant princess to never know sunlight until she reaches her fifteenth birthday. Years later, just before that all-important birthday, her