Hello Shaders!
In this episode, Sharonda and Taima dive into their favorite romance tropes, discussing their appeal. From age gaps to slow burns. They share personal anecdotes and book recommendations, highlighting how these tropes resonate with readers and the emotional journeys they evoke. The conversation is lively, humorous, and insightful, making it a must-listen for romance enthusiasts.
👉🏾Sound Bites
"I love a good age gap."
"Found family is so sentimental."
"Tell us your favorite tropes!"
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👉🏾Intro/Outro🎵 Music by FASSounds from Pixabay
Season 8. Episode 6
Hi Shaders!
In this episode, Sharonda and Taima talk about the importance of reader preferences. They discuss the visibility of Black indie authors, accessibility issues, and the evolution of the genre, emphasizing the need for an inclusive reading space that celebrates all forms of Black love stories. The conversation highlights the significance of community and the importance of allowing readers to define their own experiences without judgment.
👉🏾Sound Bites:
"Read what you want when you want to."
"Indie authors are a huge part of that."
"You can't tell people what to do."
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👉🏾Intro/Outro🎵 Music by FASSounds from Pixabay
Season 8. Bonus Episode
Hi Shaders!
In this episode of Brazenlee Shadee, hosts Sharonda and Taima discuss their latest read, The Fall Risk by Abby Jimenez. They share their excitement about the book, highlighting its engaging characters, particularly Seth and Charlotte, and the themes of empowerment and friendship. The conversation delves into the dynamics of stalking and how the characters navigate their challenges while building a sweet romance.
This episode is a lively and insightful review of a charming romance novel.
👉🏾Sound Bites
"This book was it."
"I read this in one sitting."
"Izzy is that girl."
Tap in for more!
👉🏾cw/tw: stalking
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Season 8. Episode 5
Hi Shaders
In this episode, we sit down with debut author Noel Stark to discuss her first release Love, Camera, Action. Per usual, we do things the Brazenlee Shadee way, and our conversation goes deeper. Tap In!
Love, Camera, Action is released today April 22nd. Check out your local and national booksellers to purchase.
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*Intro/Outro🎵 Music by FASSounds from Pixabay
Season 8.Episode 4
Hello Shaders!
Today, Sharonda and Taima speak with Katrina Jackson, romance author, and historian, on the history of Black romance: its past, present, and future.
You can find Katrina at the following links below.
Katrina and Steve's Podcast: Black Romance Has A History
Katrina's Author Website
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*Intro/Outro🎵 Music by FASSounds from Pixabay
Season 8.Episode 3
In today’s episode, Tamia and Sharonda discuss "Meant to Be Yours" by Cyn. They carefully examine the connections between characters, bringing attention to plot holes and issues in character development within the narrative. The discussion also addresses themes of identity and relationships, emphasizing the focus on human emotions and experiences. Furthermore, they explore the important representation of mental health, highlighting its significance within the story.
* Have you read Meant to Be Yours yet? Leave a comment and let us know your thoughts as well.
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🎵 Music by FASSounds from Pixabay
Season 8.Episode 2
Hi Shaders! Welcome back to Brazenlee Shadee! We're back and ready to start with the shenanigans….again.
*We start off briefly explaining a bit why we were on hiatus.
*Let's start the New Year off with a banger! We're talking Sir by Ayelle Burke. You can find the book on Amazon for purchase or Kindle Unlimited.
* Have you read Sir yet? Leave a 🍆 (comment) and let us know!
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🗒️ Hi Shaders!
We are discussing Better with You by Tina Mechelle. Shaders, we tried but we couldn't enjoy this book. You can tap into the show for more.
If you're so interested, you can find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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🗒️ Hi Shaders!
Tap in as we discuss the first two books in the Martin Brother series by Nina High. We also have another book n bullshit conversation with the latest community tea.
Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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🗒️ Hi Shaders!
Tap in as we talk about our latest read, Overtake by Lucille Lillian. We're talking about a Black formula One driver...
Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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Show Notes 🗒️:
Hi Shaders!
Tap In as we talk about our latest read. If you're a fan of hockey players (former) and big girl representation, then listen in. Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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🎶 music credit (Intro/Outro): Abstract World by Alexi Action from Pixabay (This track on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5P9qYVx560dYQWLZz4cMa3?si=C_bYf7_JT-mQx9nQ1yHgIA).
Hi, shaders! it's another episode of Brazenlee Shadee. We have the lovely WellReadPharmacist with us as we discuss E & J by Shon. We also discuss AI (artificial intelligence) in the bookish community.
🖋️ Show Notes: 0:00-0:36 into
0:40-28:54 Shon (📖)
28:55-47:01: ai and other book talk
47:03-47:49 end show
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Welcome to 2024 shaders! It's another episode of Romancing The Blogger. This is where we spotlight readers in the bookish space. During this episode, we speak with Nel from OhNelReads. Tap In!
📖Book discussion picks up at 55:00; Reverie by J. Chary.
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Welcome to Season 7 of Brazenlee Shadee Podcast. Its another year of talking books, random singing and of course, shenanigans.
During this episode, we are discussing author Ashley Nicole's newest release, Take it Off.
Tap In! 🎧 **This book is available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited & for purchase.
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Hi! Hello! Welcome to another episode of Brazenlee Shadee. We are discussing a couple of Thanksgiving inspired stories along with one Veteran's day book, sorry we late.
2:01 to 35:41 Eats for Free & A Perfect Stuffing 35:42 to 56:37 Sinnamons & Gold **All books are available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited & for purchase. 👉🏽 Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram, Twitter and Youtube @ brazenleeshadee.
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Welcome to another episode of Romancing The Blogger. Where we spotlight readers in the bookish space that we feel are deserving of recogoniztion for the specatuclar work they continue to put out into the world. During this episode, we speak with Aniya from The Well Read Pharmacist. Tap In!
Book discussion picks up at 51:40; Appointment Only by Tacarra
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Hello! Hi!
Welcome to our new series, Romancing The Blogger. We will be spotlighting romance readers/reviewers/content creators in the bookish space who are deserving of recognition for the spectacular work they continue to put out into the community. The Keith Lee’s been here 😉. During this episode, we speak with Marlanna from @Facts_From_Fiction . Tap In!
📚Book discussion picks up at 41:00. I'd Rather Be With You by Kay Shanee.
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There has been a rise of the term soft black romance in the Black reading space of late and yeah, what is it exactly? Taima and Sharonda have thoughts...per usual lols. Is this term another way of talking down on Urban romance and other aspects of Blackness or are the book girlies really trying to come up with another sub genre of romance? Well, we discuss it here.
👉🏾 Katrina Jackson newsletter post: The annoying hypocrisy of "struggle love"
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Hi! Hello! Welcome to another episode of Brazenlee Shadee. This week, we discuss 91 by Alicia Weathers-Grey followed by Sex and Rescue by A. Blossom.
3:20 to 25:19 91
25:33 to 44:40 Sex and Rescue
**Both books are available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited & for purchase.
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