S1 - EP 9 - Twinkle Twinkle Blue Tarp Wrinkle

A leaky roof, a blue tarp, and a stack of starry bedtime books—sometimes the best stories start in the mess. We hit record outside the shop at nine at night, waiting for a roofer and choosing optimism anyway. That tension between chaos and comfort shapes everything: the fear of losing a small bookstore we’ve grown to love, the decision to finish our season together, and the quiet relief that a familiar lullaby still works when the rain won’t quit.

We dive into a quick, heartfelt tour of Twinkle Twinkle Little Star in formats built for real life. There’s a rip-proof, washable indestructible baby book for sticky fingers and storm gear. Pete the Cat adds cozy character energy that keeps bedtime friendly when nerves run high. A lift-the-flap version inspired by Eric Carle creates gentle surprises that focus busy minds, and a shadow book turns a flashlight into a home theater, projecting stars across the wall so kids can chase light and story at the same time. Along the way, we talk about why these formats matter—durability, interactivity, and rhythm all help families build a steady routine, especially when the world feels unsteady.

Between recommendations, the conversation keeps circling back to purpose. Why keep going when everything is damp and inconvenient? Because closing a season matters. Because finishing together matters. Because a bookstore is more than shelves; it’s a refuge that deserves watchful care. We wrap with a soft Twinkle Twinkle duet, a wink at our mysteriously timely “band,” and a simple plan to stay the night with books and a flashlight with big batteries. It’s not glamorous, but it’s honest—and it works.

If you love children’s bedtime books, indestructible baby reads, Pete the Cat stories, lift-the-flap adventures, or low-tech shadow play that turns darkness into wonder, this one is for you. Press play, share it with a friend who needs a calm night ritual, and subscribe so you don’t miss what comes next. Leave a review and tell us your favorite star-themed bedtime book—we’re building our storm-night reading list together.

Transcript

Under The Tarp Intro

SPEAKER_02 0:00

It's time for Baby Baby and Evil Glaxi's Book Point Book Review Podcast. Book Reviews Incarnate. Look at the pretty stars, baby.

SPEAKER_01 0:10

Glexie, you have a propensity for understatement. Did you know that?

SPEAKER_02 0:14

Why do you say that, baby?

Roof Trouble And Resolve

SPEAKER_01 0:16

It's because we're sitting outside at nine o'clock at night waiting for a roofer to come and help us with our roof that fellow in thanks to a rainstorm. I know it's a pain, baby. And we're sitting under a blue tarp all cuddled up, trying to survive the night. And then you're almost annoyingly glass half away. Well, let me You're sitting there looking at the stars. I believe in flickers. Look at Clexi. I'm conflicted. I get it. I hate this contract, but I've grown to love my little bookstore. Yeah. I really have grown to really like this, and I don't want to lose it in something as silly as a rainbow.

SPEAKER_02 0:46

I don't think you will, baby. I think your heart's in the right spot.

SPEAKER_01 0:50

Yeah, well.

SPEAKER_02 0:50

And things are gonna work out real well. And I think you're having fun in your bookstore.

SPEAKER_01 0:55

And what, Clexi?

SPEAKER_02 0:56

I've got the perfect books for wishing on a star.

SPEAKER_01 1:00

Can you ever give it a rest, Clexi?

SPEAKER_02 1:02

Well, first off.

SPEAKER_01 1:03

Even now, in the midst of disaster, you're seeing some way to make the podcast. Yep. But why, Clutchy? Why? Why is it so important to do this podcast?

SPEAKER_02 1:13

Because it's the last episode of our season. Right. And I thought maybe you would want to get it over with. Because I know it's been really hard on you, baby. You really love me, it seems. I get it.

SPEAKER_01 1:24

There's a reason to live. Oh, I love it. I want you. Okay. Um new approach here. Okay. Okay. Then Gloxi, please fill us in all the books that you have to watch. Okay, I will. And I will stand by and wait patiently until you introduce them.

Star-Themed Book Rundown

SPEAKER_02 1:41

Thank you, baby. Thank you. Here goes.

SPEAKER_01 1:43

Surprise, surprise.

SPEAKER_02 1:44

The first book is Twinkle Twinkle Little Star. An indestructible book series by Maddie Frost and Amy.

SPEAKER_01 1:51

It's very thoughtful and informative, but keep moving, Gloxy. Okay, baby. Thank you.

SPEAKER_02 1:55

It's part of the indestructible series of baby books that are wash up. The next one is Twinkle Twinkle Little Star featuring Pete the Catholic by James and Kimberly Dean.

SPEAKER_01 2:07

Keep moving, keep moving, Gloxy.

SPEAKER_02 2:08

Also, Eric Carl's Lift the Flap version. Keep moving. And a bedtime shadow book that uses a flashlight to shine images on your bedroom wall. Keep star by Jane Taylor and Martha Jacques.

SPEAKER_01 2:22

Keep moving!

SPEAKER_02 2:22

There's also a cute little Caroline church boy.

SPEAKER_01 2:24

And we have a song to do too. Let's get that over with.

Twinkle Twinkle Performance

SPEAKER_02 2:27

Okay, let's get it over with, baby. Here it goes. Ooh.

SPEAKER_00 2:31

Twinkle, twinkle, little star. How I wonder what you are. Up above the world so high. Like a diamond in the sky. Twinkle, twinkle, little star. How I wonder what you are.

SPEAKER_01 2:51

It's amazing we always have a piano player when we need one.

SPEAKER_02 2:54

Oh, we got a guitar player, too.

SPEAKER_01 2:56

Never quite figured that out.

SPEAKER_02 2:57

The magic of Hollywood, I guess.

Staying For The Night

SPEAKER_01 3:00

Well, this has been real fun. Because see, I'm gonna go home. I'm cold.

SPEAKER_02 3:03

Well, baby, I think I'll just stay here and watch out for the store.

SPEAKER_01 3:06

We've done our podcast, I've done it.

SPEAKER_02 3:07

And make sure everything stays safe. And just in case the roofer comes in early.

SPEAKER_01 3:11

Some good books. We have a whole store. Ah, okay. I hate it when you're right. I'll stay with you.

SPEAKER_02 3:17

That's great news, baby. Yay! I guess I'll stay with you. I'd really like that, baby, because we got lots of books to read, and we have a flashlight.

SPEAKER_01 3:24

Oh, I hate it when you're right.

SPEAKER_02 3:25

With big batteries.

SPEAKER_01 3:26

You got the flashlight? Yep.

SPEAKER_02 3:28

Well, that's the end of our podcast. I hope everybody enjoyed it. Like and subscribe wherever you like and subscribe, and thanks for tuning in. We'll be back next time, whenever that is. Take care. Bye.

SPEAKER_01 3:41

Bye.

SPEAKER_02 3:46

Yay!