The Reading Black Girls Podcast

In this episode, the ladies delve into the powerful narratives of Ruby and Eleanor, exploring the intersecting lives of two young women in the 1950s. We follow fifteen-year-old Ruby Pearsall, who aspires to break free from her family's cycle of poverty, even as a forbidden romance threatens to derail her dreams. Meanwhile, Eleanor Quarles navigates the complexities of love and ambition in Washington, DC, as she grapples with the expectations of her elite partner's family and her own longing for belonging. Join us as we discuss themes of identity, ambition, and the weight of societal pressures, while uncovering how the choices Ruby and Eleanor make will forever alter their paths.

Join us in this episode as the girls dive into the captivating world of Laura Ann Langston's journey in The Skylark's Apprentice. Set against the backdrop of a 1937 America grappling with the fallout of the Great Rust, we explore the tension between traditional mystical arts and the rise of Mechomancy. Tune in as we unpack the struggles and triumphs of a young mage determined to carve her own path amidst a society divided. Don't miss our insights into the enigmatic Skylark and the challenges they face on their first mission—because in this world, magic might just be the key to survival.

In this episode, the four ladies dive into the chilling mystery of Mexican Gothic, following Noemí Taboada as she ventures to the eerie High Place to save her cousin from an unknown doom. With her striking debutante style clashing against the haunting secrets of a wealthy, troubled family, we explore themes of resilience, allure, and the darker sides of legacy. Join us as we unravel the captivating blend of horror and glamour in this gothic tale.

We're back at it again with one of our funniest videos we've ever recorded hands down!! This episode is about You Made A Fool of Death with Your Beauty by Akwaeke Emezi. The novel takes place five years following the passing of visual artist Feyi Adekola's husband, she begins contemplating the possibility of finding love again as she casually dates before embarking on a potentially serious relationship with Nasir Blake, a well-connected consultant.

We're officially back from our hiatus with a good one! Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute by Talia Hibbert is a fast-moving story of teen rivalry that sparks a romance when friends become besties, turned enemies, back to besties, and ultimately to lovers.

We present to you our long awaited episode of reviewing The Weight of Blood by Tiffany D. Jackson. Listen as they discuss the highlights of this underrated YA book that was influenced by the cult classic “Carrie”.

In this episode, the ladies are talking about Octavia Butler's widely-popular book and how this historical fiction combined time-travel and the frightening reality of slavery in the Antebellum South.

In this episode, TRBG discusses Kennedy Ryan's latest release, Before I Let Go. Come along as we recap and gush over this story of love and loss of a divorced couple reckoning with their new reality.

As a continuation from her previous book, Tracy Deonn's highly anticipated Bloodmarked provides an extension from Legenborn and you know we got the sneak peak with the ARC version!

In this episode, Wanda Morris takes us through a roller coaster of emotions with this novel. We even came up with our own conspiracy theories by the end of the book!

In this episode, the ladies are talking about Legendborn by Tracy Deonn. After getting everyone on board to read it, they literally couldn't stop obsessing over it especially the love triangle had between Bree, Nick, and Sel.

In this episode, we breakdown Seven Days in June by Tia Williams. The girls speak on the roller coaster of emotions this books takes you on from its themes of love, romance, trauma, and second chances.

On this episode, the girls discuss The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid. This story of old Hollywood, failed marriages, and a forbidden love leads to a conversation about Evelyn character development as a whole and some of the books real-life counterparts.

On this episode, we discuss the incisive and exhilarating debut novel of Wahala by Nikki May. From this episode, we discuss the book's themes of friendship, ambition, culture and betrayal.

Join The Reading Black Girls for our first podcast discussion featuring Skin of the Sea by Natasha Bowen. We got into what we really liked about this YA novel and what we wished we had seen more of.

Welcome to The Reading Black Girls Podcast! Tune in as we discuss our chosen books and share our thoughts on a wide range of reads. We enjoy, give our opinions, and criticize the books we read to provide an honest review and recommendation.