In this episode, LaShawn and Emily delve into the world of romance novels, focusing on the increasingly popular genre of ‘smut.’ They discuss the definitions and distinctions between smut and traditional romance, explore various sub-genres including closed door romance and hardcore smut, and share their personal recommendations. The conversation highlights the emotional and intimate aspects…
In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn celebrates Black History Month by sharing a curated list of book recommendations by Black authors. She discusses the importance of recognizing Black history as an integral part of American history and highlights various genres, including biography, romance, fantasy, and classic literature. Books Talked About in…
Looking for books by Black Authors to add to your bookshelf or to expand your horizons? Check out this list! Black voices should be celebrated every month, all year round without being limited to 28 days. Because Black History is American History. One of the best ways to do this is through literature. It’s where…
In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn discusses books she read in January and introduces romance contributor a Emily Ener to discuss the upcoming romance titles they are looking forward to the most. Find Emily on IG @withabookandtea Books Mentioned in this Episode Quicksilver by Callie HartA Sea of Unspoken Things by Adrienne YoungGood Dirt By…
This post contains affiliate links. If you chose to use the links included in this post, I may earn a commission. Thank you for your support! I received this book as an E-ARC from the publisher, but all opinions are my own. Synopsis of Good Dirt When ten-year-old Ebby Freeman heard the gunshot, time stopped….
In today’s episode ,LaShawn dives headfirst into the world of Romantasy – you know, that magical blend of romance and fantasy. We’ll chat about how this genre evolved, what makes it so special, and how romance and fantasy come together to create something truly unique. LaShawn also shares some of her absolute favorite reads for…