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Send us Fan Mail   In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn Wiltz talks about 5 of the 13 books she read last month, discusses thoughtful gift ideas for book lovers and introduces an upcoming book club focused on the works of Toni Morrison.   Books mentioned in this episode Books Discussed in this Episode I, Medusa By Ayana Gray :   Blind Date with a Werewolf by Patricia Briggs  ...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn shares her top 10 books she aims to read before the end of the year and discusses her Thanksgiving preparations, including her husband's smoking of the turkey and her reading goals for the year. She also gives a hint for next year's Bookclub theme. Can you guess? Books Mentioned in this Episode 1 Amity by Nathan...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn shares her love for holiday-themed books, discussing a variety of Christmas novels ranging from classics to new releases. She emphasizes the importance of holiday spirit in literature and provides recommendations for listeners to add to their reading lists. Additionally, LaShawn shares her current reading journey and future plans for...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books Podcast,  host LaShawn shares her experiences completing a half marathon and reflects on her reading journey in October. She discusses ten books she read, highlighting five favorites, and provides insights into upcoming releases for November and December. BOOKS TALKED ABOUT IN THIS EPISODE  Alchemised by Sin lin Yu And now back to you by B...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn dives into a curated list of ten horror books by Black women authors. The conversation explores the themes of horror, representation in literature, and personal reading experiences, culminating in a discussion about current reads and anticipated titles. Head to the Pouring Over Books Blog for Show notes and books from this...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn dives into the topic of banned books during Banned Books Week. She discusses the alarming rise in book censorship across the United States, emphasizing the importance of fighting against these bans. LaShawn provides actionable steps for listeners to support local libraries, stay informed about book challenges, and advocate...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books Podcast,  LaShawn  welcomes listeners to the fall season, sharing her love for the changing leaves and cozy sweaters. She discusses her reading journey in September, highlighting several books including a romance novel, her review of the Book Club Pick , and Kamala Harris's memoir. LaShawn also shares her excitement for the upcoming O...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn shares her excitement for fall and discusses eight newly published books across various genres that listeners should consider adding to their TBR (to-be-read) lists. From literary fiction to romance, horror, and nonfiction, LaShawn provides insights into each book's themes and characters, while also reflecting on her...

Send us Fan Mail Summary In this episode of Pouring Over Books, host LaShawn discusses the importance of diverse reading in this time in history and shares 5 thought-provoking book recommendations. Check out the books listed in this episode here  (this list contains affiliate links) The Dream Hotel By Laila Lalami Amazon.com Bookshop.org.  Separation of Church and Hate by  John Fugelsang Amazon.co...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn welcomes listeners to the cozy reading season, sharing her favorite backlist book recommendations for fall. She discusses a variety of genres, including cozy classics, vampire lore, romantic reads, and spooky stories, while also providing updates on her current reads and upcoming releases. See show notes for Books talked a...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 3 of the Pouring Over Books Podcast.  LaShawn returns to share her excitement for the fall season and discuss the best books she read over the summer. She dives into a variety of genres, including romance, thrillers, and literary fiction, highlighting specific titles and their themes. LaShawn also shares her reading plans for September, featuring upcoming release...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, host LaShawn  shares her birthday celebrations and dives into Emily Henry's latest book.  In celebration of independent bookstores,  She discusses the importance of supporting independent bookstores and provides alternatives to Amazon for purchasing books, audiobooks, and eBooks. LaShawn also shares her current read, and what she's...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn  shares her end of summer reading recommendations, diving into various genres including women's fiction, romance, fantasy, and thrillers. She discusses  5 must read books before summer ends.  For books discussed in this episode, please see the show notes at PouringOverBooks.com  To Join Bookclub: Pouring Over Books BookClub To Wa...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn Wiltz reflects on her reading journey in July, discussing 5 of the 14 books she read, including notable titles like 'What Kind of Paradise' and 'Everyone is Lying to You.' She shares her ratings and thoughts on each book, highlighting her favorites and those that didn't meet her expectations. LaSha...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, host LaShawn explores 10 backlist books. She shares her top recommendations, including classics and contemporary works. Books discussed in this episode : Song of Solomon By Toni Morrison Linden Hills By Gloria Naylor A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness Reckless by Elsie Silver Memoirs of a Geisha by Arthur Golde n  Eat the Frog by Bria...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over podcast, LaShawn does a deep dive into one of her favorite romance authors: Nora Roberts. She shares her thoughts on the influence of Roberts on the romance genre, and provides recommendations from her extensive backlist. Then we get into what she is currently reading, which leads to the question what exactly is Dramione Fan Fiction? Nora Robert...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, LaShawn shares her delightful reading experiences from June, discussing her strategies for reading, including her new DNF policy for books that don't hold her interest. She reviews several books, including Summer in the City, Broken Country,  'King of Ashes' and 'Harlem Rhapsody.' LaShawn also dives into the dark fantasy genre with the &ap...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Pride! On this week's episode, LaShawn is sharing 6 books that she thinks everyone should add to their TBR for Pride month and beyond, including a few of her favorites. She also discusses what she read on vacation and her current read Summer Reading Guide Giovanni’s Room By James Baldwin Buy on | Barnes and Noble | Bookshop.org | Amazon.com ( it is currently 1.99 on Kin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn is back from vacation, talking about reading adventures on board, the book 'Problematic Summer Romance' by Ali Hazelwood, and also addresses a troubling incident in the book community where Ali Hazelwood faced bullying over her opinions on fictional characters. Books talked about in this episode  One Golden Summer by Carly F...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn Wiltz reflects on her reading journey halfway through the year, sharing insights on her recent reads, , and highlighting her anticipated reads for June, emphasizing the excitement of new releases and her current reading plans. 2025 Summer Reading Guide May Books The Knight and the Moth By Rachel Gilling Shield of Sparrows by Devny Per...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn welcomes listeners to the unofficial start of summer and shares her highly anticipated summer reading guide.  LaShawn discusses her top picks from each category. This post contains affiliate links through which I make a small commission at no additional cost to you.   The Official 2025 Summer Reading Guide Books Mentioned...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn discusses the excitement of summer reading, sharing her tips for how to read more this summer.  She emphasizes the importance of reading for pleasure, the value of DNFing books that don't capture your interest, and practical strategies to incorporate more reading into daily life. LaShawn also shares her current reads and upcoming...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn discusses the significance of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month by recommending books from Asian authors. The episode also features a segment on current reads and future TBRs, along with a discussion on the recent book 'Silver Elite' and the reactions it has garnered within the book community. Books Mentione...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn discusses the books she's read so far this year, including her top picks and some disappointments. She reviews several titles she read in April and shares her thoughts on upcoming releases for May.  Books Mentioned in this Episode The House of My Mother By Sheri Frankie Firebird By Juliette Cross Say You'll Remember Me By Ab...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, host LaShawn  shares her birthday celebrations and dives into Emily Henry's latest book.  In celebration of independent bookstores,  She discusses the importance of supporting independent bookstores and provides alternatives to Amazon for purchasing books, audiobooks, and eBooks. LaShawn also shares her current read, and what she's...