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The Reading Black Girls Podcast

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In this episode, author Ashton Lattimore discusses her novel 'Runner,' the research behind Prohibition-era black communities, and the importance of diverse representation in historical fiction. She shares insights into her writing process…
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Yap Session Pt2

August 7, 2026 · 1 hr 8 min

This episode of The Reading Black Girls is a lively, off-the-cuff “yap sesh” where the girls catch up on what they’ve been reading, from contemporary fiction and Southern Gothic horror to thrillers, legal suspense, and romance, while also…
Witch Queen Rising by Savannah Stephens

July 24, 2026 · 48 min

In this episode of The Reading Black Girls, the girls review Witch Queen Rising by Savannah Stephens, a lush New Orleans-set fantasy about Seraphine, a powerful witch who returns to her community and rises into leadership while facing…
Fire Sword & Sea by Vanessa Riley

July 10, 2026 · 54 min

In this episode of the Reading Black Girls podcast, the girls share their experiences and excitement about discussing Vanessa Riley's latest book, Fire Sword & Sea. They delve into themes of representation, the risks of piracy, and the…
SCORE by Kennedy Ryan

June 26, 2026 · 1 hr 8 min

This episode is a lively, spoiler-filled discussion of Kennedy Ryan’s Score, with the hosts joined by Edrick @edrickreadit to share a male perspective on the book’s romance, emotional depth, and heavy themes. The conversation centers on…
TRBG Yap Session

June 12, 2026 · 39 min

In this episode of the Reading Black Girls podcast, the girls discuss their unexpected favorite reads of the year, share their least favorite books, and express their desire for more diverse stories in adaptations. The conversation…
Black Vampires

May 29, 2026 · 46 min

In this lively conversation, The Reading Black Girls engage in a mix of light-hearted banter and serious discussions about health, wellness, and the cultural significance of black vampire literature. They explore the resurgence of vampire…
I, Medusa by Ayana Gray

May 15, 2026 · 47 min

In this episode of the Reading Black Girls podcast, the girls engage in a lively discussion about the reimagining of the Medusa myth, exploring themes of sisterhood, self-discovery, and the complexities of character dynamics. They delve…

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About the show

The Reading Black Girls Podcast is an unfiltered show about everything we love and hate about the books we read. Join four beautiful, melanated HBCU-educated women: Alex, Aziza, Denisha, and Kayla as we unapologetically chat about books from a wide range of genres. From non-fiction and romance to YA and historical fiction, we break down new and classical reads to discuss our favorite moments and our criticisms. Join us as we laugh, reflect, chastise, and recommend some of our personal book interests. Our mission is to inspire and change the way people view reading as a task and bring back the fun and exploration of simply finding a good book!