The League of Extraordinary Readers

n this episode of The League of Extraordinary Readers , we chat with Kyra Davis Lurie , author of The Great Mann . We dive into classical literature, the power of retellings, and the perspectives on Black life that are often left untold. If you love thoughtful book discussions, Black storytelling, and diverse reads, you’ll love this conversation. 📚 Books & Topics Mentioned: The Great Gatsby T...

This week on  The League of Extraordinary Readers , we’re talking about feelings vs. comprehension, series killers, and our current reads. Shelbey is in a reading slump while Jessica is flying through her TBR — together we explore how emotions, comprehension, and motivation all shape our reading lives. If you’re a reader who loves discovering new books and wants to read more diversely, this episod...

In this week’s episode of  The League of Extraordinary Readers , we’re talking about all the books we’ve read lately, our reading goals for the rest of the year, and our thoughts on  Love Is Blind . We’re a literary podcast that celebrates reading, storytelling, and pop culture through the lens of Black and BIPOC readers. Whether you’re looking for new book recommendations or love hearing thoughtf...

🎙️ In this week’s episode of The League of Extraordinary Readers , we’re talking about what we’ve been reading, the book events we’ve been loving, and a deep dive into Nightcrawling by Leila Motley — a searing debut novel everyone’s talking about. If you’re a Black woman who reads, writes, or just loves discovering powerful books by Black and Brown authors, this podcast is your space. Join us for...

In this week’s episode of  The League of Extraordinary Readers , we talk about our weeks, the books we’ve been reading, and dive into  Katabasis  by R.F. Kuang—plus more reflections on literature, culture, and community. 📚 Books Mentioned in This Episode: Savvy Summers and the Sweet Potato Crime Nightcrawling Amitty Suleem& Yahzi D-Ville Projects Katabais  My Jim Black Genius  Birth of a Dyna...

The League of Extraordinary Readers presents a powerful conversation with debut author Addie Citchens about her novel Dominion. In this episode, we explore what inspired her to write the story, the themes she wanted to highlight, and how Dominion connects to larger conversations about history, family, and identity. Perfect for readers, book clubs, and anyone looking for fresh perspectives from Bla...

This week on The League of Extraordinary Readers, we sit down with Tre Johnson to talk about his powerful debut book *Black Genius*. We dive into what it means to define genius, how it shapes Black culture, the role of family history, and why this conversation matters today. If you’re looking for thought-provoking nonfiction, Black authors, and diverse stories that expand how we think about litera...

This week on The League of Extraordinary Readers , we interview Nathan Harris , New York Times bestselling author of The Sweetness of Water —an Oprah Book Club pick. Harris returns with his new novel Amity , and we dive into its themes, the craft of historical fiction, and the role of literature in shaping new perspectives. Perfect for readers, book clubs, and fans of Black literature , this episo...

This week on  The League of Extraordinary Readers , we dive into memoirs and review  Firstborn Girls  by Bernice L. McFadden. We share our weekly updates, book hauls, and talk about how literature and pop culture connect. Perfect for readers, Black women, Black authors, BIPOC readers, and anyone who loves thoughtful book discussions. New episodes every Tuesday—join our community of extraordinary r...

 Welcome to The League of Extraordinary Readers Podcast! In this week’s episode, we recap the book events we attended, share what we’ve been reading lately, and dive into the  Cardi B vs Samyra  debate 👀📚. 🎙️  The League of Extraordinary Readers  is a literary podcast where two Black women discuss books, culture, and everything in between—bridging the gap between literature and pop culture. If y...

 Welcome to The League of Extraordinary Readers Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the latest Center for Fiction Longlist and the Booker Prize Longlist— sharing our thoughts, must-reads, and books that have us most excited. We also take a fun detour to talk about getting older, life changes, and how our reading tastes evolve over time. Whether you’re a reader, a fan of Black authors, or just l...

Reading The Weight by Jeff Boyd + August Goals & Weekly Reads In this episode of  The League of Extraordinary Readers , we dive deep into The Weight by Jeff Boyd—a thought-provoking contemporary novel exploring mental health, masculinity, and identity. We share our personal reading experiences, favorite moments, and reflections. Plus, we chat about our August reading goals and everything we’ve...

📚 The League of Extraordinary Readers Podcast | Episode: Black Women in Books, Media & Love Island Welcome back to The League of Extraordinary Readers — a literary podcast where stories meet culture. In this episode, we’re catching up on our week, the books we’ve been reading, shows we’ve been watching, and diving into a much-needed conversation about how Black women are represented in media....

The League of Extraordinary Readers Podcast | Summer Reading & Book Chat Welcome to another episode of  The League of Extraordinary Readers , your favorite literary podcast centering Black and BIPOC readers! In this episode, we’re joined by a fellow book lover to talk all things summer reading — from the genres we gravitate toward in the heat to the books we’re recommending this season. We als...

 The League of Extraordinary Readers | We’re Back! Summer Reads, Real-Life Romance Recs & More We’re back from our summer break with a brand-new episode of  The League of Extraordinary Readers ! In this episode, we catch up on everything we’ve been reading and watching—from powerful books by Black authors to thought-provoking documentaries. Plus, we share real-life romance recommendations that...

It’s Summer Break! Life is happening so we are going on break early but you can catch up on old episodes and follow our personal pages! Jess and I talk about the woes of being a woman, books, and more!  Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Church Announ...

This week Jess & Shelbey talk current reads, chat books and writing with Emely Rumble and More! Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub Emely’s IG&Threads: literapy_NYC Church Announcements: Parable of the Talents Book Club&Discussion: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blk-...

This week Jess & Shelbey talk current reads, the caste system, and more! Oh we finally have visuals! Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Church Announcements: Parable of the Talents Book Club&Discussion: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/blk-events-...

This week Jess is Dr. Umar, Shelbey might be as well, and they talk about books read, how their weeks were and the caste system!  Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Church Announcements: Books Mentioned: You Hide I’ll Seek One For Two Caste Devil Is F...

This week Jess and Shelbey talk about what we reading, DNFs, and Marvin Sapp! Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Church Announcements: Books Mentioned: Harlem Rhapsody  King of Ashes All The Sinners Bleed Razorblade Tears Sky Full of Elephants Destry...

This week Jess and Shelbey talk what we reading, watching and more Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Church Announcements: Books Mentioned: Harlem Rhapsody  Quilting The Black Eyed Pea Zami South To America Black In Blues The Weight  New Internationa...

This week Jess and Shelbey chat with Cebo Campbell about books, authors, and more Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Church Announcements: March’s Book Club Picks: Zami by Audre Lorde & Quilting The Black Eyed Pea Brunchin’ With The Author ft. Ceb...

In this week’s episode Jess and Shelbey catch up, have a bunch of church announcements and more. Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Church Announcements: March’s Book Club Picks: Zami by Audre Lorde & Quilting The Black Eyed Pea Cebo Campbell is c...

In this week’s episode, Jess and Shelbey chat with Jay of Cover Snob about books, what it’s like having a book subscription and more! Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Jay’s socials: https://www.instagram.com/bookswithjaybraggs?igsh=a2p4cTJrYXhmOWE0...

On this week's episode Jess and Shelbey hang out with book besties Bridget and Danya to talk all things books and more. Email Us: theleagueofreaderspod@gmail.com Follow us on socials: IG&Threads: @theleagueofreaders Shelbey’s IG&Threads: @shelbeymonae Jess’s IG&Threads: @literaturenoirclub  Bridget’s IG&Threads: @knotabookclub Santa’s IG&Threads: @books.and.bouldering Books...