🎧👻 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 their own ghosts, while the undead just won't move on. 🏚️📚😱😂 *** Learn more about Johnny and his debut novel, The Spite House at http://johnnycompton.com/ . Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting co...
May 02, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 4Ep. 137
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 Black authors should self-publish. Tune in because this episode is sure to have you laughing along with us! *** Here's the link to the Skillshare class Chelsea mentioned: https://skl.sh/3GnuFmK *** Find out more about Chelsea and how you can support her at: https://patreon...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 4Ep. 136
In the latest episode of the Between the Reads podcast, mystery author Cheryl Head discusses her book, Warn Me When It's Time, which tells the story of a hate group responsible for a series of arson fires and robberies at mosques, temples, and black churches in Detroit. When the group's latest attack results in the death of a respected imam, Charlie Mack and her team of investigators are hired by the imam's children to find his killers. As they dig deeper, they uncover a conspiracy that reaches ...
Apr 11, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 135
In today's episode, I speak with author Jana Jones about her novel, Vivid. This unconventional coming-of-age story follows Sheri Calloway, a mother who seizes the chance to escape generational family trauma in pursuit of a new life in Baltimore. As she navigates the city's beauty and its hidden lead-poisoning crisis, Sheri finds herself battling against unethical medical researchers and indifferent politicians to protect her children. *** Learn more about Jana at https://janajjones.com/ *** Plea...
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 4Ep. 134
In this episode, I speak with author Leslye Penelope about her latest novel, The Monsters We Defy, set in Washington DC during the 1920s shortly after the DC riot of 1919. People are disappearing from an all-Black community in Washington, DC and they all seem to go into a zombie-like trance right before disappearing. Clara Johnson, a woman who can communicate with spirits, decides to solve this mystery after several people from her community come to her asking for help. And what comes after is a...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 133
Hold onto your hats, folks! In this episode of our podcast, I sit down with the incredibly talented author Jean Nicole Rivers to talk about her latest novel, Lies On Bristol Lake. This gripping novel follows Dahlia Dixon, a woman who has been battling with PTSD since a near-death experience in college. After marrying her wealthy boss, Dahlia is taken to his isolated home on Bristol Lake, where his first wife drowned only months before. And that's where everything starts to fall apart. Tune in as...
Mar 20, 2023•56 min•Season 4Ep. 132
Get ready to have your heart broken, your mind blown, and your jaw on the floor - we're chatting with romance author Mo Flames about all the characters we love to hate in the second book of her trilogy, One Still Ain't Enough . Suspense, murder, betrayal, love triangles, and infidelity. It's all in this episode! Put it in your ears! #HotMessRomance #LoveToHateIt *** Learn more about author Mo Flames at https://moflames.com/ Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me conti...
Mar 13, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 131
Don't miss this! Join me on this latest episode as I dive into the captivating world of In the Upper Country with debut author Kai Thomas. We uncover the lesser-known history of Black Canada, the political landscape of free settlements, and the vital role of land and stories in Black culture. Grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and relax as we dig deep into this sweeping tale of two women's intersecting lives at the terminus of the Underground Railroad. *** Learn more about Kai Thomas at http...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 130
In this edition of Rants and Rambles, Chelsea and I dive into the things that bring us joy and drive us absolutely crazy. It gets pretty hilarious as we talk about needing bail money, who’s gonna get out of jail first, and the fact that one of us can’t fit in the tub. Whether it's a failed attempt at self-care or an unexpected hiccup in our daily routine, we learn to roll with the punches and find humor in every situation. So join us for a wild ride of laughter and maybe even a little bathtub en...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 129
In this episode of Between the Reads, I'm thrilled to welcome back romance author D.L. White for the third time! This time, she's here to chat about her newest release, Hey Lover. D.L. White is known for her captivating characters and swoon-worthy romance, and Hey Lover is no exception. We'll be diving into the world of the book, discussing the characters and their relationships, and getting some juicy behind-the-scenes details from D.L. herself. If you're a fan of romance novels or just love he...
Feb 27, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 4Ep. 128
Are you underestimating your worth? Are you making yourself small to fit a life -- or people -- that no longer serve you? Today I'm speaking with Cheri Syphax about her book, Second Act. We talk about the things and people she had to let go of and how that made room for the right career-- AND MAN-- to walk into her life. It's all about loving yourself always and in ALL WAYS! *** Learn more about Cheri here https://secondactthebook.my.canva.site/ and here https://www.justthephax.com/ *** Please s...
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 127
Ladies and Gentlemen, fasten your seatbelts and hold onto your bonnets! We're about to embark on a journey through history with the one and only Beverly Jenkins - the queen of African American historical fiction romance. Get ready for an unforgettable ride filled with laughter, Black history, and a whole lot of love! Ms. Bev edutains with her insights and inspirations as we dig into her novel, Through the Storm . So grab your favorite drink and settle in, because this interview with Beverly Jenk...
Feb 07, 2023•1 hr 45 min•Season 4Ep. 126
It's Tuesday and it's also the end of the month so that means it's time for a new series called Rants and Rambles. BTR will close out each month with Chelsea Lockhart and we'll talk about whatever Black bookish things our hearts desire. *** Visit Chelsea at: https://www.writteninmelanin.com/ https://www.melaninlibrary.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@UCEROv65f2OqoRDfcpaWzESw https://twitter.com/WrittenNMelanin https://www.youtube.com/c/WrittenInMelanin https://www.instagram.com/WrittenNMelanin/ Plea...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 4Ep. 125
Every Black parent has to have "the talk" with their children about how to conduct themselves when dealing with the police. But there aren't any books out there that could be good conversation starters...until now. Brian Buckmire and I talk about his book geared for grades 7-9, Come Home Safe, about two young biracial children navigating their encounters with the police. *** Preorder your copy now at https://resistbooksellers.com/product/come-home-safe/ Please support this independent podcast. E...
Jan 31, 2023•43 min•Season 4Ep. 124
Welcome to season four of Between the Reads! Our first show of the season highlights the work of author A.E. Rooks. We talk about The Black Joke, the most famous member of the British Royal Navy's anti-slavery squadron, and the complexities and politics behind putting an end to the slave trade (which is not to be confused with the end of slavery!). *** Get her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Black-Joke-Story-Battle-Against/dp/1982128267 *** Please support this independent podcast. Every little...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 123
Two cousins who have never met in person decided to write some children's books to pass down the stories their grandfather told. In this episode, I speak with Akindele and Nadine about how they met, the history of their ancestors, and how Sierra Leon Folktales came to be. *** Find out more about their children's books at https://sierraleonefolktales.com/ Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be...
Dec 05, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 122
Supporting Black-owned bookstores is important. Today I'm speaking with Tia Hamilton, owner of Urban Reads bookstore in Baltimore. But she's so much more than just a bookstore owner. Give this episode a listen to see how she's making real change in her community. *** To find out more about Tia, visit her at https://www.oururbanreads.com/ and https://www.statevsusmag.com/. Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By support...
Dec 05, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 121
Asha The Princess of Matana is a beautiful story about a magical kingdom in Africa and a young princess who must choose between marrying who her parents think she should marry or the young boy who just might be her true prince and help her save the kingdom from a curse. And Disney stole it. Yup. Lenny and I dish the dirt in this episode! * Learn more about Lenny at https://www.lennysimagination.com/ Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and ...
Nov 15, 2022•44 min•Season 3Ep. 120
B.D. Hendrix and I discuss her novel, Heaven Can Wait and the three women who need to figure out what they want from men and life before they push the men who love them away. Extramarital affairs, toxic attachment, and murder. It's all in this episode! *** Grab Bria's book here: https://amzn.to/3GfuI40 Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black v...
Nov 15, 2022•43 min•Season 3Ep. 119
Happy Halloween! It's the last day of Blacktober Reads and that means you getting this episode a day early! WOOT! Author Candace Nola and I discuss werebears, wendigos, and murder, which are all in this spooky, heartstopping novella, Bishop. This book is the perfect way to wrap up October! * To learn more about Candace, visit her website at https://www.uncomfortablydark.com/ * Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By su...
Oct 31, 2022•45 min•Season 3Ep. 118
It's Tuesday! Blacktober Reads continues with horror author Shea McGee. We talk about Voices on the Air, the first book in her Makaela Williams series. We get into vampire tropes, writing non-Black characters and...phone sex?? *** To learn more about Shea, visit her here: https://slmcgeeauthor.wordpress.com/ *** To buy her books visit her Amazon page Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be hel...
Oct 25, 2022•41 min•Season 3Ep. 117
Happy Tuesday! Latrell and I discuss her character, Nova, a deadly supernatural Black woman who's doing Karma's bidding. She sees what's done in the dark. If you cross paths with Nova, hang it up. *** Learn more about Latrell and grab her books at https://latrellrmorris.com/ Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy w...
Oct 18, 2022•28 min•Season 3Ep. 116
It's Tuesday! This book I'm discussing today has witches who are burlesque dancers on the side. There's also a dead witch, ghosts, and lots of magic. It's the perfect amount of spook, suspense, and sleuthing. And magic. Did I mention magic? *** Get Amanda's book, In The House of Transcendence at https://www.melaninlibrary.com/full-library/In_the_House_of_Transcendence. *** Find out more about Amanda at https://www.amandarosswrites.com/ Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit he...
Oct 04, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 115
It's Tuesday! In today's episode, I speak with author Seanathan Polidore about his work The Anatomy of a Book. We discuss the importance of those extra items in the books a lot of people skip over, how to be an engaged reader, and book violence! Just marking up them pages as we read y'all! *** https://amzn.to/3B535WY *** If you enjoy this content, please consider becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads or making a one-time donation at https://www.ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspod...
Sep 13, 2022•57 min•Season 3Ep. 114
Happy Tuesday! Fantasy fiction with Black girls who aren't nice? Yes, please. Chelsea and I discuss her debut novel, We Are The Origin. We talk about the intricacies of the domains she created, why she created her own gods for the book, the power behind making dark-skinned people the standard of beauty, and being unapologetic about creating Black girls who are NOT nice. *** Purchase Chelsea's book here: https://payhip.com/b/osSWm *** Visit Chelsea's episode page here for all her social media lin...
Aug 23, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 113
I'm back after a short hiatus due to surgery and I've got a great episode for you today! Anissa is a life coach who decided to buck the tradition of writing a traditional self-help book and instead uses stories to help people become the best versions of themselves. Her novel, Invisible Lives, takes you through the lives of Olivia and Trey, who manage to wade through the hip-deep drama and trauma of their pasts to come out on the other side winning! *** Visit Anissa's episode page here for all he...
Aug 16, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 112
Olivia Thompson has an anime series with Black female protagonists. We discuss what anime is (don't judge, I didn't really know!), writing Black female action characters, Japanese folklore, and more! Check it out! *** If you enjoy this content, please support me by becoming a Patreon monthly contributor at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads. Don't want to make a monthly contribution? You can show your support by making a one-time donation at https://www.ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast. Ple...
Jun 27, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 3Ep. 111
It's Tuesday! I love it when I get to post an episode on the day a book releases! A Killing Rain, Faye Snowden's second book in her Noir Mystery Killing series, releases today! I had the honor of receiving an advanced copy to read. Faye and I got into all the details that gave this book texture and made it come alive. We also talked about the importance of Black female detective characters and I learned some new things like there are trauma cleaners. What?? *** Learn more about Faye at https://w...
Jun 21, 2022•49 min•Season 3Ep. 110
It's Tuesday! This week's episode comes packin' all the drama as I speak with author Shelly Ellis about her thriller novel, The Three Mrs. Greys. What would you do if you found out your husband was married to two other women?? Shelly and I talk about Cyrus Grey, the character you love to hate, and the three women he kept stuck on oblivious. *** For more information about Shelly, visit her at https://www.shellyellisbooks.com *** If you enjoy this content please head over to https://www.patreon.co...
Jun 14, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 109
Oh, you thought I was done?? Nope! Your girl has TWO interviews for you. This next one is with Isis Asare, owner of Sistah SciFi Book Boutique. This bookstore is exclusively online, but she has lots of in-person events like Book Clubs and Bookish Tea Tours. Get yourself an empty mug and let Isis pour you some tea. *** Visit her book boutique at https://www.sistahscifi.com . *** If you enjoy this content, please help continue to amplify Black stories by becoming a monthly contributor at https://w...
Jun 07, 2022•51 min•Season 3Ep. 108
