The Book Corner with Miche Atagana

In this episode, I delve into the Ending Fire trilogy by Saara El-Arifi— The Final Strife , The Battle Drum , and the highly anticipated conclusion. This epic fantasy series delivers a stunning blend of intricate worldbuilding, relentless trials, and unforgettable characters fighting for justice, freedom, and truth. I discuss the rich themes of identity, rebellion, and sacrifice, alongside the pow...

In this episode, I dive into the first two books of The Crowns of Nyaxia series by Carissa Broadbent— The Serpent and the Wings of Night and The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King . These dark, gripping fantasy novels are packed with ruthless vampires, deadly trials, and forbidden romance, set in a world where power comes at a price. Join me as I explore the intense character dynamics, the high-stakes...

In this episode I talk to book publicist Shakti Pillay about my obession with Olivie Blake and Christmas. We talk about the rise of fantasy in publishing and how what we like to do during Christmas time. I also talk about my fave Christmas reads. Happy Holidays! Happy Reading. xoxo Mich

"In this episode, I set sail into the whimsical world of Brandon Sanderson's  Tress of the Emerald Sea . A captivating standalone in the Cosmere, this enchanting tale follows Tress, an unassuming girl who embarks on a daring adventure across magical seas to save the one she loves. Join me as I unpack the humor, heart, and rich storytelling that make this fantasy gem an unforgettable journey of cou...

In this episode, I explore the enchanting duology of  Daughter of the Moon Goddess  and  Heart of the Sun Warrior  by Sue Lynn Tan. Set against the backdrop of Chinese mythology, these sweeping tales follow Xingyin's journey of love, sacrifice, and resilience as she challenges the heavens and forges her own destiny. Join me as we delve into the richly woven worlds, unforgettable characters, and th...

In this episode, I dive into  The Unmaking of June Farrow  by Adrienne Young—a hauntingly beautiful tale of love, mystery, and generational secrets. Join me as I unpack the intricacies of the Farrow legacy, the blurred lines between past and present, and the unforgettable journey of a woman uncovering her own story. Perfect for fans of magical realism and deeply emotional narratives.

In this episode I am headed back to Daevabad. The Daevabad Trilogy by S.A. Chakraborty. The discussion will cover the plot, characters, and world-building of the series. It will also explore themes of identity, loyalty, power, and redemption. Additionally, the podcast may touch on Chakraborty's background and her interest in Islamic culture and history, and how these elements influence her writing...

This episode I discuss Matt Haig's novel The Midnight Library with Maphale Moloi. The episode explores themes of mental health, second chances, and the human condition. In the episode I also mention Quantum entanglement in how it suggests that two particles can be linked, even across vast distances. In the "Many-Worlds" interpretation, measuring one entangled particle splits our reality, with each...

In this episode of The Book Corner, we're diving into the afterlife with "The Afterlife of Mal Caldera" by Nadi Reed Perez published by Titan Books. It's a story about Mal, a former rockstar who finds herself navigating the afterlife while trying to connect with her living sister. We'll discuss the book's unique blend of humour and dark themes, explore the world-building and the afterlife setting,...

Note in this episode I refer to these books as the Orïsha trilogy, the correct title for the trilogy is Legacy of Orïsha. Episode Description: This episode delves into Tomi Adeyemi's Legacy of Orïsha trilogy, exploring themes of identity, power, and the fight for justice in a world rich with West African culture. We'll discuss the emotional impact of the books, the characters' journeys, and the au...

In the final episode of the season, I discuss my favourite book of 2023, 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue' by V.E. Schwab. The story follows Addie, a young woman who makes a deal with a god that grants her immortality but also makes her invisible and forgotten by everyone she meets. Addie meets a man named Henry who can remember her, and they form a deep connection. The book explores the...

In this episode the sunlight did me dirty but I also talk about 'Starling House' by Alix E. Harrow. I delve into the unique aspects of the book, such as the flawed and complex characters, the magical house as a character, and the exploration of themes like family, belonging, exploitation, and consent. I loved the world-building and the natural pace of the story's unfolding. --- Send in...

A young girl longing for more, lost from her home, bound by a call to duty and forbidden love. The weight of the world, vengeful gods, broken vows and hope steeped in sacrifice. You wanna listen. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Please read these books so I can have more people to talk to about them. I call them the WTF I did I just experience series because wow. These books are bonkers so please join me as I go down the weirdest rabbit whole. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I take us back to West Africa and New York City at the same time as we conclude with the A Psalm of Storm and Silence and The World we Became. It's Women's Day on the Book Corner. Enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me and one of my very best-friends, Elijah Lawal, as we talk about a book series he introduced me to called Rivers of London written by Ben Aaronovitch. Elijah is the author of ⁠The Clapback: your guide to calling out racist stereotypes⁠ . Episode intro music: Mornings by Jeff Kaale --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See...

West African folklore meets the triwizard tournament. Listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sentient cities and deadly interdimensional beings. Comments on society and souls of cities. What more could you want? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Orc, a coffee shop, a succubus and humans... What could go wrong? Let's join Viv and her friends and she opens the first ever coffee shop in Thune, where no one has ever drank coffee before. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this, my first episode of "The Book Corner", I talk about the world famous Atlas books and its conclusion. Come with me as I go on a journey with The Alexandrian Society Six latest hopefuls. Hope you enjoy it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/micheatagana/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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