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Nov. 7, 2023

Steel & Soul: Sistah Samurai with Tatiana Obey

Dive into the soulful realm of Sistah Samurai with Tatiana Obey . A Black female samurai slaying demons with swords & afro picks--this heartfelt tribute to Black women is just what your reading life needs! *** Connect with Ta...

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Oct. 31, 2023

Underwater Redemption: A Journey with Jessica Cage and A Corruption o…

Dive into a world of hidden kingdoms, broken promises, and epic trials with author Jessica Cage and her book, A Corruption of Gilded Ashes. 🌊👑 Join Princess Maluai as she challenges tradition, risking it all to save her dying...

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Oct. 24, 2023

Descent of a Broken Man: Unraveling the Darkness with Ashon Ruffins

The third Blacktober Reads episode features Ashon Ruffins of Dreadful Times Press . Step into the spine-tingling world of the Uncovered Darkness series where the boundary between sanity and monstrosity blurs. In this first bo...

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Oct. 10, 2023

Courtship & Cataclysm with Horror Author Michelle Renee Lane

🌒 Delve into the eerie second installment of #BlacktoberReads. Eleanora is entwined with Azazel by destiny's decree. Yet, as her succubus nature emerges and forbidden yearnings intensify, their bond might be the very spark th...

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Oct. 10, 2023

Chills & Childhood: E.M. Lacey's Spooky Tales

🖤🎃 Dive into E.M. Lacey's Minor Mischief- a chilling YA anthology where innocence meets the macabre. From lingering grandmas to powerful kisses and vampires in the shadows, these tales will chill your bones and tug at your he...

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Oct. 3, 2023

Black Authors in Fantasy - Exploring The Seventh Cadence with Jim Wil…

🌌Move over Sanderson, Jim Wilbourne takes the throne in epic fantasy! 5 realms, dire invasion & the world's fate hang by a thread in 'The Seventh Cadence'!🐉 Magic & rebellion await! 🎙️Dive into chaos & heroism with #BetweenTh...

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Sept. 26, 2023

Divine Rebellions: Unveiling the Wrath with C.M. Lockhart

It’s Tuesday! C.M. Lockhart is back on to discuss We Are Dying Gods! New allies, dark secrets, rebellious gods, and tough choices. Who should the realm REALLY fear – time beings or the gods? And...Y'ALL. Shit ain't what it se...

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Sept. 19, 2023

That Self-Same Metal with Author Brittany N. Williams

Brittany N. Williams is boldly--and accurately--adding some melanin to the world of Shakespeare with a healthy dose of African Orisha and Fae mixed in. It's Shakespeare's London like you've never read before! Joan Sands isn't...

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Sept. 11, 2023

Good Things with Children's Book Author Maryah Greene

I had the privilege of connecting with the remarkable Maryah Greene to discuss her children's book, Good Things . This isn't just any story—it's a powerful tool helping kids navigate through loss and grief. Tune in as we disc...

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Aug. 31, 2023

Rants & Rambles August 2023 - BTR's 150th Episode!!!

It's the end of the month and that means it's time for Rants and Rambles with my good friend Chelsea Lockhart! This is a very special episode of R & R because it is the 150th episode!! WOOOHOOO! I had …

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Aug. 28, 2023

Birthday, Book Launch, Blacktober Reads & Upcoming 150th Episode!

It's not Tuesday but I'm giving y'all this special episode because there's so much going on that I wanted to talk about it! My good friend Chelsea's having her book launch party tomorrow, August 29th, which is also my birthda...

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Aug. 22, 2023

Whispers of Destiny: A Unique Journey Through Family, Identity, and C…

It's Tuesday! I had the honor of chatting with the amazing Gin Hammond about her book Returning the Bones. Imagine being in Jim Crow-era Texas, walking in the shoes of a fierce young black medical student, hustling to find he...

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Aug. 15, 2023

The Enough Series Finale with Author Mo Flames

It's Tuesday! Check this rhyme: If this book series was a coaster, 'Forbidden Twists' it boasts, A wild ride, no doubt, where the thrill never slows, "I survived the ride!" on my tee, it shows, With love forbidden, danger – …

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Aug. 8, 2023

Thrilled to Pieces with Author J.R. Mason

You don’t wanna miss the newest episode of Between the Reads! I sit down with J.R. Mason to unravel the story behind the spine-chilling world of Stolen Pieces. And we also discuss other thangs like how she’s gonna bury her …

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July 31, 2023

Rants & Rambles July 2023

It's the last day of the month and that means it's time for some rants and rambles! We're getting real about white supremacy and y'all, it's straight-up exhausting! 😩 But you know what? Knowledge is power, and we're breaking ...

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July 25, 2023

Royalty & Resilience with Dr. Vanessa Riley

Step back in time with us as we explore the incredible life of Marie-Louise Christophe, Hayti's first and only Queen! 👑💫 Join me as author Dr. Vanessa Riley takes us on a journey of resilience, political intrigue, and empower...

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June 30, 2023

Rants & Rambles June 2023

It's the end of June and we are officially halfway through the YEAR, y'all! What?! Chelsea and I are talking and laughing our way through errythang including wardrobes, book mold, questionable writer's retreats, and the Resis...

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June 26, 2023

Thirst, Mischief and Family Secrets with author Dr. Tahira Chloe Mahdi

Y'all ain't ready for this one. Dr. Tahira Chloe Mahdi and I dish the dirt on her page-turning novel filled with unforgettable summer of secrets, mischief, and...redemption?? Get ready to dive into a world of thrilling advent...

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June 20, 2023

Literary Magic: Nicole Glover Unveils The Conductors

I had an incredible chat with author Nicole Glover on the latest episode of Between the Reads podcast! 🎙️ We dived into her captivating book, The Conductors, a magical blend of history and fantasy in post-Civil War Philadelph...

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May 22, 2023

Thrills, Lies, and Unexpected Demise: An Author Interview with Bianca…

Get ready for suspense and unexpected turns as I chat with thriller author Bianca Sloane about her novel, And When I Die. We're breaking it down and keeping it real as we dish all the drama about these mommas and …

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May 15, 2023

Supernatural Swag: Black Vampires, Witches, and Wolves... OH MY!

Get ready, y'all! In the latest episode of Between the Reads, we're diving into the supernatural realm with Black vampires, witches, wolves, and more. These ain't your ordinary vampires, witches, or wolves, honey. It's all ab...

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May 8, 2023

Conquest: Dragon Bones Book One

In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant author behind the novel Conquest: Dragon Bones. Tune in as Celeste and I dive into the thrilling world of Jashi Anyua, a young woman forced into an arranged marriage with the …

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May 2, 2023

Sinister Secrets & Eerie Escapades: Unearthing The Spite House with J…

🎧👻 Boo! Get ready for chills & chuckles as we unravel the spooky secrets of #TheSpiteHouse with author Johnny Compton! Join our ghoulishly delightful chat about haunted Masson House, mysterious pasts, & the living facing thei...

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April 28, 2023

Rants and Rambles April 2023

Get ready for another hilariously honest installment of Rants & Rambles! Chelsea and I let loose on our low tolerance for BS! We're dishing out some hard truths, cracking jokes, and also giving you our point of view on why …

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