Russell Reads with the Rach(a)els
Russell, Rachel, and Rachael discuss their favorite books, the library, and, without keeping their feet as Bilbo Baggins so wisely suggested, wherever they might be swept off to.
Russell Reads with the Rach(a)els
Latest Episodes
Hobbit Day is Around the Corner [Special Guest Emily Campbell]
Russell, Rachel, and Rachael chat with our guest Emily Campbell, Community Events Coordinator for Danville Parks and Recreation. We discuss the meaningful companionship of books, the simple joy of reading children’s literature, and the importan...
Saved by the Bell [August Challenge 2026]
Russell, Rachael, and Rachel discuss the August Reading Challenge, Saved by the Bell, reading books about a teacher or set in a school. We discuss a wide variety of genres through all age groups and explore the many nostalgic sensations associa...
Romantasy and Chaos Goblins [Special Guest Amber Pilkin]
Russell, Rachel, and Rachael chat with our guest Amber Pilkin, Information Specialist at Danville Public Library and cofounder of Khaos Legacy Tabletop Gaming. We discuss the many reading moments of our lives, from romantasy to lady knights to ...
Virginia is for Readers [July Challenge 2026]
Russell, Rachael, and Rachel discuss the July Reading Challenge, Virginia Is for Readers, reading books set in Virginia, by a Virginia author, or perhaps by an author named Virginia. We discuss the rich history of Virginia, the beauty of readin...
Cozy Up to a Good Mystery [Guest Star Lori Merricks]
Russell, Rachel, and Rachael chat with our guest Lori Merricks, Director of Marketing and Communications at Danville Regional Foundation. We discuss the simple pleasure of little golden books, the joys of a good cozy culinary mystery, and why s...
