In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn dives into the topic of banned books during Banned Books Week. She discusses the alarming rise in book censorship across the United States, emphasizing the importance of fighting against these bans. LaShawn provides actionable steps for listeners to support local libraries, stay informed about book…
In this episode of Pouring Over Books, host LaShawn discusses the importance of diverse reading in this time in history and shares 5 thought-provoking book recommendations. Books Mentioned in this Episode ( this list contains affiliate links) The Dream Hotel By Laila Lalami Amazon.com Bookshop.org. Separation of Church and Hate by John Fugelsang Amazon.com |…
In this episode, LaShawn shares her delightful reading experiences from June, discussing her strategies for reading, including her new DNF policy for books that don’t hold her interest. She reviews several books, including Summer in the City, Broken Country, ‘King of Ashes’ and ‘Harlem Rhapsody.’ LaShawn also dives into the dark fantasy genre with the…
In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn discusses the excitement of summer reading, sharing her tips for how to read more this summer. She emphasizes the importance of reading for pleasure, the value of DNFing books that don’t capture your interest, and practical strategies to incorporate more reading into daily life. LaShawn also shares…
In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn discusses her experiences with book tracking platforms, particularly comparing Goodreads and StoryGraph. She shares her journey of transitioning to StoryGraph, highlighting its features and benefits, especially for readers who enjoy tracking their reading habits. LaShawn also reflects on her current reads, bookstore experiences, and the importance of…
Welcome Back! For this election week,I am sharing six books to distract you from the real world this week and a rant at the water cooler. The conversation touches on the debate surrounding warning labels on romance novels and the societal perceptions of the genre. Chapters 00:00Welcome and Introduction to the Podcast 02:03Book Recommendations for…