🎙️ The League of Extraordinary Readers with Shelbey Monae & Jessica is back with another dynamic conversation at the intersection of books, culture, and the publishing industry.
In this episode, we cover everything from surprising facts and reading slumps to book recommendations, Harlem Renaissance authors, and the realities of the publishing world. We dive into the business side of books—marketing, sales, and industry insights—while sharing personal stories and honest reflections on what it means to be a reader today.
✨ If you love book discussions, author insights, and behind-the-scenes publishing talk, this episode is for you.
⏱ TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Misconceptions About Camels
02:52 Exploring the Amazon Rainforest
06:00 Reading Slumps and Book Recommendations
08:45 Upcoming Events and Announcements
11:57 Praise for Nella Larsen and 'Passing'
27:46 The Legacy of Nella Larsen
31:04 The Evolution of Literary Access
35:54 The Impact of Spoilers on Reader Experience
47:40 Navigating the Publishing Landscape
📚 Books & Topics Mentioned:
Keeper of Lost Children
A Lesson Before Dying
The Johnson Four
Passing
Theirs
Rooted
Erased
Three Mothers
Battle For The Black Mind
The Great Wherever
The Responsible Party
The Seven Daughters of Dupree
Sula
Quicksand
Of Love and Dust
Women's Longlist: https://womensprize.com/prizes/womens-prize-for-fiction/
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