My Baddie Can Read

Happy New Year Baddies! We're kicking off 2025 (and Season 2) with a discussion on the first half of Jayne Allen's "Black Girls Must Die Exhausted." Black Girls, must we die exhausted? I think the hell not, but we're definitely not tired of reading up on what our protagonist, Tabitha, is going through as a bustling black professional woman who's just been diagnosed with fertility struggles. In thi...

From January (front cover) to December (back cover) we’ve been reading, laughing, crying and you’ve been with us for every chapter! In this yearly wrap up, we discuss some highs of the year, favorite picks, and favorite moments! Thank you to our loyal listeners, and we can’t wait to see you in 2025! 

Baddies! Did we save the best for last or what?!?! We can't stop yapping about this book! A Love Song for Ricki Wilde has been a beautiful, enchanting love story that has us ready to time travel to the Harlem Renaissance and snatch up an Ezra of our own! We were joined by our Baddie Friend Mimi to discuss the second half of the novel. Listen in to see if you share any of our thoughts on our final...

We are in love with "A Love Song For Ricki Wilde." This is the perfect book to end our first season. Join as we discuss part one of this romantic historical piece. During this episode we judge Ricki for willing losing her inheritance, questionable dating choices, and chasing behind a stranger that could potentially be dangerous.

In this episode we discuss the ending of "Long After We Are Gone." We talk about impact King's death had on his children, the family's redemption, a possible out of wedlock child. Was the King family able to overcome and save their land? Find out on this episode!

Wills (or lack thereof)? Check! Sibling drama? Check! Family secrets? Check! Blackmail? Check! 200 acres and a mule? Check! Is this the latest Tyler Perry drama? Nope, it's just the makings of a juicy novel from power-penwoman Terah Shelton Harris! Baddies, come join us as we unpack the first half of our latest Baddie Book Club pick! See what we have to say about the King family and their not-so-r...

In this episode, we conclude our discussion of Alyssa Cole's "One of Us Knows." Chile. A READ. This phenomenal thriller still has our heads spinning! Did any of our predictions come true? What about yours? Join us for another hilarious episode, and some warning signs of D.I.D. in your favorite book club friends! Hehehe.

In this episode, the baddies discuss the first half of "One of Us Knows" by Alyssa Cole. Along with the usual regrouping and predictions that come with a page turner, the ladies delve deep into some interesting research about #DissociativeIdentityDisorder, which the protagonist(s) Ken faces. The ladies also search for clues regarding the second half of the book by attempting to analyze the names a...

In this week’s episode of  My Baddie Can Read , we dive into  All Her Little Secrets  by Wanda M. Morris—an intense legal thriller that has us questioning everyone’s motives! We break down the twists, turns, and drama as we fantasize about the perfect cast for this gripping story. Spoiler alert: This might just become the next Tyler Perry production with our dream casting! Get ready for the tea, b...

Get ready, baddies! This week on  My Baddie Can Read , we’re serving up a juicy interview with none other than the incredible  Kellye Garrett , author of the thriller  Missing White Woman . We spill some BTS tea about her latest page-turner, the twists that had us gasping, and how she crafts such iconic suspense. Plus, Kellye shares her wild writing journey—and maybe drops a few hints about what’s...

In this episode, Nika and Yannie are joined by Baddie Yohnei. The ladies talk about the intricacies of the plot and the twist they didn't see coming. They give their takes on what happened in that townhouse and if Ty really did cheat. They share their disgust with Billie and Janelle and the conniving plot. You don't want to miss this wrap up of "Missing White Woman."

Baddies! This week, we discuss the first half of "Missing White Woman" by the Great Kellye Garrett. We talk about our opinions on Bree and Ty's relationship, frustrations with social media influencers involvement, and Bree's shady past. Listen to see if any of our Tubi movie predictions are correct.

Hey Baddies! This week, we're joined by Baddie RaeJ to wrap up the second half of Tayari Jones' "An American Marriage." The three of us give our overall thoughts on the book, attempt to identify just how "American" the marriage between Roy and Celestial is, and share what we find when we try to put ourselves in their shoes. This was an emotional, messy, page turner! Great Read!

In this episode, Yannie and Nika discuss the first half of "An American Marriage." Listen as the ladies give their critique of the first half, make predictions regarding Celestial and Roy's relationship and try to place themselves in Celestial's shoes.

In this episode, Nika and Yannie are joined by Baddie Alexis to discuss the second half of "The Bandit Queens" and overall review of the novel. The ladies discuss the knowledge of Indian culture they've gained, their thoughts on the book's endings, favorite parts of the story and which themes resonated most with them. This episode also provides a preview of the upcoming novel "An American Marriage...

In this episode, we discuss what's happening with Geeta and the ladies in her village. We talk about topics from the complexities in the Indian Culture to relationship woes. Will these ladies ever catch a break from their no-good husbands? Finally, what is going on with Geeta? Did she kill her husband, and is she capable of killing again? So many questions are answered this week.

In this empowering episode, we're diving deep into the transformative power of sisterhood with our fabulous guest, Camara! Join us as we unpack the gems from the book "Sisterhood Heals" and share our personal takeaways. We open up about the beautiful ways we show up for our friends and how they show up for us, exploring the healing magic that sistership brings into our lives. Plus, we take the sis...

In this hilarious episode, we are joined by Baddie Friend Monet, also an IRL book club member. We wrap up our discussion of The Family Lore, including our heartfelt reactions to the novel's ending. We discuss some of the comparisons between the sisters and our own families, as well as the themes and motifs from the book. Here's the link to our next book "Sisterhood Heals" by Dr. Joy Harden Bradfor...

Baddies, we are back! In this week's episode, we discuss the beautifully written story of the Marte women in "Family Lore." We talk about the magic each woman in the Matre Family possesses, the past and present traumas the women deal with, and how the men in their lives play a part. This novel will make you fall in love with Elizabeth Acevedo's writing. Stay tuned for the next episode. We will fin...

Hey Baddies! In this episode, we bring author Lillian Prince to discuss her debut book, "10 Dates Later." We talk to Lillian about how the lessons she learned on her worst ten dates made her the baddie she  still  is today as a wife, mother, and author continuously perfecting her craft.  Lillian is hilarious (if you read the book , you know ), kind, compassionate, and inspiring! &nb...

In this week's meeting, our baddie friend, Alé, joins us to finish our discussion of "The List."  Listen along as we discuss how social media influence and allegations from the list impacted both Lola and Michael. We debate who to blame in the plot-twisting drama. We also address the responsibilities and repercussions of social media users. You won't believe this ending, an episode you...

In this week's episode, the Baddie Hosts get into the drama between the newly engaged couple Michael and Ola. Listen along as we discuss the tea brewing from across the pond in Yomi Adegoke's debut novel "The List."

This episode concludes our reading and discussion of "Everything is Not Enough" the much anticipated sequel to Lola Akinmade's "In Every Mirror She's Black." We are joined by our good girlfriend and fellow baddie, Nikki! In this hilarious episode, we discuss the themes introduced in this book as well as the social commentary. We hilariously confirm some of our predictions and foreshadow different...

In this episode, the Baddies unpack Lola Akinmade Akerstrom's "Everything is not Enough," the sequel to "In Every Mirror She's Black." The Baddies explore Kemi, Yasmiin, and Brit's lives and the changes that have come with this new book, as well as giving predictions and pointing out significant ideas. 

In this week's meeting, our Baddie friend Marsha joins us to break down "The Other Black Girl" Hulu series. Listen as we give praises, critiques, and other opinions of the show. We discussed our favorite scenes and things we would have changed. Watch the show and join the discussion with us!