Pouring Over Books

Send us Fan Mail one of The questions most frequently asked of Lashawn ( as recently as last week) is how does she read multiple books at once? So in this episode re-run LaShawn shares her reading system, which allows her to read multiple titles simultaneously. The conversation also touches on the recent controversy surrounding digital ownership of Kindle books and Amazon's policies. LaShawn...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, LaShawn finally gets to  review the book 'Oathbound', discussing its unexpected twists and the emotional impact it had on her. She also celebrates National Library Week, highlighting the vital role libraries play in communities and what you can do to keep Libraries open. LaShawn shares her recent library haul, sharing a wide of new reads that all came av...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, LaShawn celebrates her birthday month while discussing what she read in March what books  are on her radar for April, and what she is currently reading now.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 01:35 Book Reviews: March Reads 09:58 Upcoming Releases: April Anticipations 21:31 Current Reads and Future Plans Books Talked about in this Episode: Wild Side...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn  explores various literary genres, providing insights and recommendations for each. She discusses the characteristics of women's fiction, romance, thrillers, fantasy, and dystopian novels, highlighting key themes and notable books within each genre.   Books talked about in this episode Hello Beautiful" by Ann Napolitano Buy...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, LaShawn dives into her most anticipated book releases for the spring, discussing a variety of genres and themes, including historical fiction, thrillers, and contemporary romance. LaShawn also reflects on her current read and her plans for creating a personal library at home. Books mentioned this Episode: The Dream Hotel by Laila Lalami Amazon | Bookshop.org The B...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn discusses her experiences with book tracking platforms, particularly comparing Goodreads and StoryGraph. She shares her journey of transitioning to StoryGraph, highlighting its features and benefits, especially for readers who enjoy tracking their reading habits. LaShawn also reflects on her current reads, bookstore experiences, and t...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn  shares her current reads, a few of her favorites from February and New Releases from March on her radar.   Books Talked About in this Episode Only for the Week by Natasha Bishop Amazon | Bookshop.org Deep End By Ali Hazlewood  Amazon | Bookshop.org Onyx Storm By Rebecca Yarros Amazon | Booshop.org Sister Sister By Eric Jerome Dickey...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books LaShawn  shares her reading system, which allows  her to read multiple titles simultaneously. The conversation also touches on the recent controversy surrounding digital ownership of Kindle books and Amazon's policies. LaShawn invites listeners to join the Pouring Over Books Club for a community reading experience. Links for this episode...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn  discusses a few of her favorite Black Romance Novels and why you should read them all.  00:00 Valentine's Day Reflections and Exciting News 01:21 Celebrating Black Love Stories 02:14 Book Recommendations: A Duke by Default 04:19 Book Recommendations: You Made a Fool Out of Death 05:41 Book Recommendations: The Art of the Scandal...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, LaShawn and Emily delve into the world of romance novels, focusing on the increasingly popular genre of 'smut.' They discuss the definitions and distinctions between smut and traditional romance, explore various sub-genres including closed door romance and hardcore smut, and share their personal recommendations. The conversation highlights the emotional...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn celebrates Black History Month by sharing a curated list of book recommendations by Black authors. She discusses the importance of recognizing Black history as an integral part of American history and highlights various genres, including biography, romance, fantasy, and classic literature.  The Fifth Season By N.K. Jemisin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books,  LaShawn discusses books she read in January and introduces romance contributor a Emily Ener  to discuss the upcoming romance titles they are looking forward to the most.  Find Emily on IG @withabookandtea 00:00  Monthly Reading Overview 05:01 Reviews of the best Books I read in January. 10:25 Reading Goals and Future Plans 16:18 Introduction...

Send us Fan Mail  In today's episode ,LaShawn dives headfirst into the world of Romantasy – you know, that magical blend of romance and fantasy. We'll chat about how this genre evolved, what makes it so special, and how romance and fantasy come together to create something truly unique. LaShawn  also shares some of her absolute favorite reads for newbies, including popular series and wha...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, LaShawn dives into the world of Kindle Unlimited, discussing its features, benefits, and a variety of book recommendations across different genres that are currently available with a Kindle Unlimited description 00:00 Introduction to Kindle Unlimited and Personal Reflections 06:30 Exploring Kindle Unlimited: Features and Benefits 10:19 Top Book Recommendations on...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn  reflects on her holiday break, discusses her reading goals for 2025, and shares her most anticipated book releases for the year.  Audiobooks or Reading? To Our Brains, It Doesn’t Matter 04:27: Flyy Girl By Omar Tyree 4:45: Most Anticipated Books of 2025 5:25: Death of the Author By Nnedi Okorafor 07:28: Can't Get Enough By Kenne...

Send us Fan Mail LaShawn reflects on and shares her favorite books from 2024. We also get into the her thoughts on the new Kindle Colorsoft, something she is currently side eyeing, and plans for the podcast next year including the Book Club. Books and Links Mentioned in this episode:   The Blackbird Oracle By Deborah Harkness If it Makes You Happy Julie Olivia The Wedding People Allison Espach  Th...

Send us Fan Mail Guess what? Audiobooks can be just as good as reading a regular book! In this episode, I'm sharing all you need to know about Audiobooks. From why you should start listening to audio books, where to find them and a few of my favorites to get you started.    Books and Links from the Episode Get an Audible Membership Join Libro FM with code SWITCH for 2 free audio books https:/...

Send us Fan Mail Hey bookworms! In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn spills the tea on her latest adventures t  including her first and last marathon. She dives into her favorite books read last month and what she is currently reading.  Today's theme is Christmas Romance novels with LaShawn highlighting her top Christmas romance picks. Plus, she's super excited to announce a ne...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn talks about the scary trend of book banning in American schools. She discussed how this affects students and points out the importance of seeing yourself in books. LaShawn dives deep into books by Black women that have been banned, like Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye and Maya Angelou's I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings and mor...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn is sharing six books to distract you from the real world this week and a rant at the water cooler.  The conversation touches on the debate surrounding warning labels on romance novels and the societal perceptions of the genre. LaShawn encourages listeners to embrace their reading choices and highlights the significance of civic engage...

Send us Fan Mail On this Episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn is discussing:  what it means to be a reader in today's online world,  my unconventional book rating system, emphasizing  that a book's worth isn't solely measured by a five-star rating literary snobbery  and ratings and reviews of recent reads. Show notes are time stamped below for  your convenience. Read a full transc...

Send us Fan Mail Well, friends I'm starting a podcast to talk about my favorite thing: BOOKS. So tune in for weekly discussions where we dive into the books we love and even the ones we don't. Every week  ( or so) we'll chat about my latest reads, share some recommendations, and even bring on a friend or two for a good old-fashioned book chat. So get comfy, grab a warm cup of someth...