Improvably Bad: Books

Bullets don't argue but a father and son certainly do. Our improv friends took a lot of liberties in this old western. Don't tread on J.A. as he encourages his father to stray from the true West and into the Perley Gates. Jill and Dre do their best to straight-shoot the plot for you. Saddle up, this is a bumpy ride.

In this special episode of Improvably Bad Books, we mix urban fantasy with a dash of tabletop RPG chaos! Join Jill, Zoe, and Erin as they dive into A Blade So Black by L.L. McKinney—a reimagined Alice in Wonderland with a thrilling urban twist.

Zoe leads as Dungeon Master in a Dungeons & Dragons-inspired campaign, guiding our improv actors through Wonderland’s magical and perilous landscapes. Can they battle nightmares, navigate glowing rose bushes, and survive an ooze-spewing scorpion-bear? You'll have to listen to find out!

The team also discusses the book's compelling mix of fantasy and real-world themes, from Alice’s high school struggles to her battles in Wonderland. Plus, they explore why this modern heroine resonates with readers and why the sequel is worth adding to your TBR.

Whether you're a fan of D&D, Alice in Wonderland, or just love a good story, this episode will have you rolling for perception!

"The Other Boleyn Girl – Sisters, Scandals, and Steve Buscemi?"
In this episode of Improvably Bad Books, the team tackles The Other Boleyn Girl by Philippa Gregory—but not before a deep dive into pen names, Henry VIII’s lack of appeal, and some questionable Star Wars takes. Andrea skims, Aaron knits, and somehow Steve Buscemi becomes a contender for King Henry himself. Meanwhile, the improv actors attempt to piece together a tale of power, betrayal, and historical inaccuracies with chaotic results. Join Jill, Zoe, Andrea, and Aaron as they fact-check, debate, and occasionally spiral into existential crises over monarchy, love, and pocket sizes.
Tune in for history, hilarity, and the hot takes no one asked for! 🎭📖

Elkhart Public Library and Go Prov present: Vinyl Resting Place. Our debut episode with Jill and Sam. Go Prov hosts a radio show discussing their favorite book they've never read, Vinyl Resting Place. Grab a "back-in-black" coffee and join us as we discuss Vinyl Resting Place by Olivia Blacke.

Improv actors do their best to act out the plot of a book with only the front cover, back cover, and genre. Then our library staff talk about what they got right but mostly what they got wrong. We hope you enjoy this new podcast from the Elkhart Public Library.