Tatiana Obey joins us to talk about her Black and Japanese cultural fusion novel, Sistah Samurai, offer advice on how to create an engaging reading environment, and even act out a cheeky passage from the book!

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Author Darcie Little Badger is here to discuss the novel, Sheine Lende: A Prequel to Elatsoe. The discussion covers the book's setting in 1970s Texas, the main character's ability to raise the ghosts of animals, and the story's focus on the main character's search for her missing mother, while touching on the historical context of the Lipan Apache people during that time period. Darcie also shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.

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With author Verde Arzu as my special guest, I'm thrilled to kick off Season 3 | Episode 1 of The Books en Vogue Podcast!

Verde Arzu joins us to talk about her debut novel, Rainbow, offer advice on how to create a comfortable reading environment, and even act out an explosive passage from the book!

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In this special Halloween episode Kat Trinidad and author Michele Tracy Berger discusses the short story collection "Doll Seed".The stories collected in "Doll Seed" span several genres of speculative fiction, including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and magical realism, and feature female characters of color. As an example of how to get into the spirit of the book, Berger suggests reflecting on one'sancestorswhile listening to early jazz and blues or music from the 1970s and 1980s. The host and Berger also do a dramatic reading of an excerpt from one of the stories, "Edda, Zora and the First Serpent".

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https://booksenvogue.com/2024/10/31/season-2-episode-6/

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In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book "No One Dies Yet" by Kobby Ben Ben. The book is set in Ghana during the "Year of Return" initiative, where a Black protagonist explores the queer underground scene while a serial killer is on the loose. The author discusses techniques for setting the reading mood, such as reading during the day and using calming sounds like whale sounds or local music. They also suggest having a comforting object nearby, like a lover's thigh or a dog, to grab onto during scary moments. The author advises against reading the book at night due to its disturbing scenes. They also mention that the book contains explicit content and is intended for adult readers.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2024/07/02/season-2-episode-5/

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In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book All the Fighting Parts by Hannah V. Sawyerr and discusses tips for setting a reading mood. The guest, Isatta @DearBLoveMe, provides a summary of the book, which follows a teenage girl named Amina who becomes withdrawn and scared to speak. The host and guest then discuss various sensory elements that can enhance the reading experience, such as music, nature sounds, aesthetics, flavors, and aromas. They also share personal preferences for creating a cozy reading environment. The episode concludes with a reimagined scene from the book. Isattaemphasizes the importance of survivors sharing their stories and encourages self-care. The episode ends with a reminder to support local libraries and bookstores.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2024/06/05/season-2-episode-4/

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In this podcast episode, the host introduces a book called "Lore of the Wilds" and discusses tips for setting a reading mood. The author of the book, Analeigh Sbrana, joins the discussion and shares that the book is a romantic fantasy with cozy elements and dark twists. The host and author discuss various ways to engage the senses while reading, such as having a hot beverage, listening to music, and dressing comfortably. They also suggest specific flavors, aromas, and visuals that can enhance the reading experience. The episode ends with a reimagined scene from the book. The host encourages listeners to read "Lore of the Wilds" and shares that it is available at local libraries and bookstores.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2024/02/27/season-2-episode-3/.

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In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book "The Getaway" by Lamar Giles. The book is set in a near future where the world outside of a vacation resort called Karloff Country is in chaos. The rich people who built the resort flee to it as a luxury doomsday bunker, expecting the protagonist, Jay, and others to continue providing service even as society breaks down. The host and author discuss techniques for setting the reading mood, including engaging the senses with music, visuals, food, and aromas. They also reenact a scene from the book. The author also mentions two other books they have written.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2024/02/06/season-2-episode-2/.

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