Something Bookish

On this episode, I share thoughts on books I read in April. There's also a mini tutorial session on how to use the Libby app. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Gin & Tonic In Case You Missed It Join the ⁠⁠ Something Bookish Reading Challenge ⁠⁠ Tips On Reading Multiple ⁠ ⁠Books At The Same Time⁠ ⁠ ⁠⁠ An Easy Guide To NetGalley ⁠⁠ Get Scribd ⁠⁠ HERE ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠   ⁠⁠ If you love my content, please conside...

In this episode,  Nenye and Amyn chat about elements of book reviews on Instagram, the beauty of books about motherhood and mother/daughter relationships, the negative side of approaching books with the mindset of debunking its hype, and books she NEEDS more people to read. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Sprite & Rum In Case You Missed It Join the ⁠ Something Bookish Reading Challenge ⁠ Tips On Rea...

In this episode, I talk about the books I completed in February, the books I DNFed, and tools to make affordable reading more accessible. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Rum In Case You Missed It What Makes A Romance Novel A Romance Novel? Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge Tips On Reading Multiple Books At The Same Time An Easy Guide To NetGalley Get Scribd HERE   If you love m...

In this episode, I do a deep dive into what makes a novel qualify as a romance. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | " Calm Down, Kavata " In Case You Missed It Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge Tips On Reading Multiple Books At The Same Time An Easy Guide To NetGalley Get Scribd HERE   If you love my content, please consider supporting me by buying me a digital cup of coffee . CONT...

In this episode, I talk about the books I read in January 2023 Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Beer and liquor you should never put inside you! In Case You Missed It Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge Tips On Reading Multiple Books At The Same Time An Easy Guide To NetGalley Get Scribd HERE   If you love my content, please consider supporting me by buying me a digital cup of cof...

In this episode, I chat with Bukola, an avid reader with the ability to recommend the best book club to suit anyone. She also shares five books she loves and two books that didn't spark joy.  Enjoy! In Case You Missed It Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge An Easy Guide To NetGalley Get Scribd HERE   If you love my content, kindly consider supporting me by buying me a digit...

In this episode, I talk about the books I read in December 2022 and the Something Bookish Reading Challenge in detail.  Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | A bottle of Chardonnay In Case You Missed It Join the Something Bookish Reading Challenge An Easy Guide To NetGalley Get Scribd HERE   If you love my content, please do consider supporting me by buying me a digital cup of coffee . CON...

This is a comprehensive guide to starting a NetGalley account, from a set-up checklist and insider tips on how to make a profile that stands out, to getting approved for the books you're dying to read. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | A bottle of Shiraz In Case You Missed It Tips For Reading Multiple Books At A Time Get Scribd HERE   The Litty Podcast With Amyn and Karachi   CONTACT Questi...

In November, I read 15 books and DNFed 2. I also share my standout books of the month in this episode. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Soju Bombs In Case You Missed It Tips For Reading Multiple Books At A Time Get Scribd HERE   The Litty Podcast With Amyn and Karachi   CONTACT Questions? Comments? Email me at amynbawa.allah@gmail.com Or just DM on social. SOCIAL MEDIA Instagram | Twitter...

It's my first-ever wrap-up! Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Two shots of Tequila and a can of alcoholic energy drink  In Case You Missed It The 2022 Something Bookish Reading Challenge   Tips For Reading Multiple Books At A Time Get Scribd HERE   The Litty Podcast With Amyn and Karachi   CONTACT Questions? Comments? Email me at amynbawa.allah@gmail.com Or just DM on social. SOCI...

DISCLAIMER: You might have to adjust your volume while listening, the sound quality is a bit poor but it's such a good interview I couldn't keep it to myself. Thank you for understanding In this episode, author Aiwanose Odafen joins me to chat about her debut novel, Tomorrow I Become A Woman, a contemporary story that explores a woman’s struggle to meet societal and cultural expectations within th...

In this episode, I reviewed Wahala by Nikki May & Bridges Are For Burning by Bina Idonije. I also talked about the harmful effects of stereotypes in books. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Merlot In Case You Missed It The 2022 Something Bookish Reading Challenge   Tips For Reading Multiple Books At A Time Get Scribd HERE   The Litty Podcast With Amyn and Karachi   CONTACT Question...

There are a million ways to spread book but I shared 12 ways you can't do it without being spammy. I hope this helps. We all want our favourite authors to sell more books so that they don't have to worry about money. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Soju Bombs In Case You Missed It The 2022 Something Bookish Reading Challenge   Tips For Reading Multiple Books At A Time Get Scribd HERE   Th...

On this episode, which is also the season finale, I review a book while tipsy. It's the first of many so share all your feedback with me. I also shared my current reads with you. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Soju Bombs In Case You Missed It The 2022 Something Bookish Reading Challenge      Get Scribd HERE The Litty Podcast With Amyn and Karachi   CONTACT Questions? Comments?...

On this week's very special episode, I return to podcasting with a Ask Me Anything series(a first of many to come) I received questions from Instagram and I think I did my best in answering them, also I shared what I've been up to. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Chardonnay (as the 30+ bad bish that I am!) Mentioned In The Episode Favourite Igbo Boy's Booktube Channel Rachel Eyo's Booktube Channel...

As society evolves and people become more aware of and compassionate toward people struggling with mental illness and trauma, trigger warnings have started to pop up everywhere, including on books. In this episode, I chat with Aeesha of @thatothernigeriangirl and Tosin of @Booksxnaps to get to the bottom of trigger warnings, their benefits, and grey areas. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Red Wine B...

I used to be the type of person who would never DNF a book and lived by the principle that I should always finish what I started. NEVER AGAIN! Still can’t decide whether it’s time to move on from your current read? This episode will guide you. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Gin & Tonic Books Mentioned In The Episode Unbury Our Dead With Song by Mukoma wa Ngugi The Spanish Love Deception by Ele...

There's nothing quite like the thrill of discovering a new voice in fiction. Many authors get better with each new book, but there's usually something about debut novels – a certain fearlessness, a burst of energy and ideas – that makes them impossible to forget. These are my absolute fave debuts! Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Gin & Tonic In Case You Missed It If you enjoy my content, please...

In this episode, I chat with Faith AKA @suckerforcoffee, an avid reader from Kenya.  We spoke about her reading life, how she finds the time to read, and some of her favourite books. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Beer In Case You Missed It Tips for Reading Multiple Books at a Time     The 2021 Something Bookish Reading Challenge         #LipglossmaffiaGuide On H...

In this episode, I’ve collected eight female characters from literature, who kill, for your reading/gawking/gasping pleasure. POSTSCRIPT: I forgot to add My Sister The Serial Killer by Oyinkan Braithwaite *facepalm* Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Tea, and Whisky Books Mentioned In The Episode The Lady Killer by  The Deanna Madden series by A.R. Torre Out by Natsuo Kirino The Khan by Saima Mir...

ABOUT THE BOOK: Butter Honey Pig Bread tells the interwoven stories of twin sisters, Kehinde and Taiye, and their mother, Kambirinachi. Kambirinachi is convinced she was born an ogbanje, a spirit that plagues families with misfortune by dying in childhood to cause its mother misery. When the estranged women meet years later, they confront their past and find forgiveness through food from their chi...

This is a guide to book jargon and slang. You might know what TBR, DNF, or CR means but how bookish is your speak?  In this episode, I do a deep dive into words that make sense to bookish people. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | Coffee, and Whisky Mentioned In The Episode Pretty x Bookish Books with Rachel Eyo   Brown Girl Reading In Case You Missed It Tips for Reading Multiple Books at a...

Here’s the skinny: Reading with your ears is not very different from reading with your eyes. Audiobooks can make for some pretty fun and easy entertainment. But there are some tips you should be aware of to help you get the most from your experience. This is the #LipglossmaffiaGuide to listening to Audiobooks effectively. Enjoy! Drink Of The Pod | 3 glasses of Port & 1 can of beer In Case...

If you’re someone who would like to read more but is having trouble finding the time, or if you’re even trying to get back into reading after a slump (reading slumps are the worst!), I have a few tips that I think might help you get back into reading and being that bookworm you always knew you were deep down. Enjoy! xoxo Drink Of The Pod | 2 glasses of Porto In Case You Missed It The 2021 Somethin...

To read that hyped book or not to read that hyped book? That's what this episode tackles. Also, did you know our taste buds grow up with us? I mean, there's an explanation why the food you didn't enjoy as a kid is one of your faves now. Enjoy! xoxo Drink Of The Pod | Whiskey (neat) In Case You Missed It My Health Scare Update The 2021 Something Bookish Reading Challenge   #Lipglossmaffia...