<![CDATA[THE BOOK LOVHERS CLUB]]>https://www.thebooklovher.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Mon, 02 Nov 2026 21:30:19 GMTFri, 29 Aug 2025 02:28:17 GMT60JoyThe Book Lovhers Club is a podcast and book club celebrating Black sapphic love stories and romance beyond the page. Hosted by Joy, a married Black lesbian and lifelong book lover, each episode dives into sapphic romance novels, their tropes, and the real-life lessons they hold about love, relationships, and queer joy.episodicJoythebooklovher@gmail.comno<![CDATA[Witchy]]>Happy Halloween! Author Jasmine Smith joined me in the studio to discuss her debut novel, Death Card. This festive conversation is one you don't want to miss!

]]>81c3bac2-e325-4cdc-a30d-c5145d56023cSat, 31 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Happy Halloween! Author Jasmine Smith joined me in the studio to discuss her debut novel, Death Card. This festive conversation is one you don't want to miss! </p>no00:34:5125Witchyfull<![CDATA[FAFO]]>Join me for my final discussion of our October book picks, Death Card by Jasmine Smith and Every Dark Desire by Fiona Zedde. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

]]>14278181-5b66-4a20-94f5-7a667380a578Sat, 24 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for my final discussion of our October book picks, Death Card by Jasmine Smith and Every Dark Desire by Fiona Zedde. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers. </p>no00:39:2424FAFOfull<![CDATA[Take a Byte]]>In this week's episode, I talk about my love for vampires and share my initial thoughts on Every Dark Desire by Fiona Zedde. This episode contains lots of vampire book, TV, and movie recs. Tune in!

]]>8001cf68-83ad-471b-bf2f-b36a3e90fa71Sat, 17 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode, I talk about my love for vampires and share my initial thoughts on Every Dark Desire by Fiona Zedde. This episode contains lots of vampire book, TV, and movie recs. Tune in!</p>no00:39:0323Take a Bytefull<![CDATA[Scary]]>In this week's episode, I'm yapping about my recent hiking trip, my recent reads, and our October book pick, Death Card by Jasmine Smith. This episode introduces two relational communication theories and contains light spoilers.

]]>e41cfaff-a95f-466f-a7f4-9b9b102cbb95Sat, 10 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode, I'm yapping about my recent hiking trip, my recent reads, and our October book pick, Death Card by Jasmine Smith. This episode introduces two relational communication theories and contains light spoilers. </p>no00:38:5922Scaryfull<![CDATA[New New]]>In this week's episode, I'm yapping about my goals for Season 2, recapping the audiobook walking challenge, and introducing our October book picks.

]]>802c22d0-7175-4f73-8f7b-b17ee9f2a27aSat, 03 Oct 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode, I'm yapping about my goals for Season 2, recapping the audiobook walking challenge, and introducing our October book picks. </p>no00:42:3921New Newfull<![CDATA[Dedication]]>Author Joi Miner joined me in the studio to help me celebrate the end of Season 1 and reflect on the inaugural Book Lovhers Fest. She recited her tear-inducing poems, Immortal Ink and Carry It With You.

]]>b41bdab8-7670-4bc0-8878-06248e28eac7Sat, 26 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Author Joi Miner joined me in the studio to help me celebrate the end of Season 1 and reflect on the inaugural Book Lovhers Fest. She recited her tear-inducing poems, Immortal Ink and Carry It With You. </p>no01:14:43158Dedicationfull<![CDATA[Golden]]>Naomi Rivers joined me in the studio to talk about their writing journey and their Black sapphic books, This and Why Not Us?

]]>dafe6ccb-94a3-4921-a990-4a0b879898c9Sat, 19 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Naomi Rivers joined me in the studio to talk about their writing journey and their Black sapphic books, This and Why Not Us?</p>no00:42:49157Goldenfull<![CDATA[School Spirit]]>Author La Toya Hankins joined me in the studio to talk about her recent release, K-Rho: The Sweet Taste of Sisterhood. We discussed our experiences as lesbians in Black sororities and her writing journey.

]]>daf7300a-84ce-4c33-b415-c6d453dd0acaSat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Author La Toya Hankins joined me in the studio to talk about her recent release, K-Rho: The Sweet Taste of Sisterhood. We discussed our experiences as lesbians in Black sororities and her writing journey. </p>no00:40:13156School Spiritfull<![CDATA[Shining]]>In this week's episode, I introduce our September book picks and yap about being selected as a content creator for Black Romance Book Fest and the audiobook walking challenge.

]]>ea0fbc5d-8cf0-4b2a-bba1-10a561c4fdc4Sat, 05 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode, I introduce our September book picks and yap about being selected as a content creator for Black Romance Book Fest and the audiobook walking challenge. </p>no00:41:25155Shiningfull<![CDATA[Sweetest Pie]]>Join me for a fun conversation with Author Aricka Alexander as we yap about her recent release, Sweet as Pie, and celebrate my one year podcast anniversary.

]]>a657f736-efe1-46ce-94fd-0dea9fb594f8Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a fun conversation with Author Aricka Alexander as we yap about her recent release, Sweet as Pie, and celebrate my one year podcast anniversary.</p>no00:37:35154Sweetest Piefull<![CDATA[What You Did]]>This week I'm yapping about the latest book drama and sharing my final thoughts on our August book picks. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

]]>f42b1e7d-b7e8-417a-998f-2dd3ac794550Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm yapping about the latest book drama and sharing my final thoughts on our August book picks. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers. </p>no00:32:45153What You Didfull<![CDATA[MOOD 4 EVA]]>Join me for a special bonus episode with Author Avery Irons. We talked about her Black sapphic historical fiction novel, Belonging to the Air, and her writing journey. This interview is one you don't wanna miss!

]]>eac077a1-e5ea-42e5-b808-546bafcf59efWed, 19 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a special bonus episode with Author Avery Irons. We talked about her Black sapphic historical fiction novel, Belonging to the Air, and her writing journey. This interview is one you don't wanna miss!</p>no00:40:43152MOOD 4 EVAfull<![CDATA[Okayyy]]>In this week's episode I share a list of Black sapphic books available on audiobook and discuss my initial impressions of A Queen's Paradise by Tee Unique.

]]>a3916090-abd1-41fc-8f43-c5e79ba35d8aSat, 15 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode I share a list of Black sapphic books available on audiobook and discuss my initial impressions of A Queen's Paradise by Tee Unique. </p>no00:37:09151Okayyyfull<![CDATA[Spend Dat]]>This week I'm yapping about the fight to secure tickets to Black Romance Book Fest and my love for audiobook narrators with accents.

]]>e194b384-a792-4872-b639-d94f6d5af7edSat, 08 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm yapping about the fight to secure tickets to Black Romance Book Fest and my love for audiobook narrators with accents. </p>no00:26:54150Spend Datfull<![CDATA[Bigger Than Big]]>This week I'm reflecting on my podcasting journey and introducing our August book picks. In true Joy fashion, I went on a few tangents and talked about a few of my recent reads and the Book Lovhers Fest.

]]>ec62a677-0b67-4ed6-9f23-017c48e7f94dSat, 01 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm reflecting on my podcasting journey and introducing our August book picks. In true Joy fashion, I went on a few tangents and talked about a few of my recent reads and the Book Lovhers Fest. </p>no00:24:26149Bigger Than Bigfull<![CDATA[Sweet Life]]>Author Jessica Lewis joined me in the studio to talk about her new book, Hallie's Rules For a Recovering Romantic, and the importance of Black sapphic representation in the YA genre.

]]>d95dfcd8-3c59-410e-840e-b10147fc988eSat, 25 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Author Jessica Lewis joined me in the studio to talk about her new book, Hallie's Rules For a Recovering Romantic, and the importance of Black sapphic representation in the YA genre. </p>no00:36:32148Sweet Lifefull<![CDATA[Feelin' It]]>Join me for my final discussion of our July book picks: Leather, Lace, and Locs by Anne Shade and Off Script by Ava Freeman. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

]]>23931765-b8e2-4e29-9e36-3e04d320fd63Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for my final discussion of our July book picks: Leather, Lace, and Locs by Anne Shade and Off Script by Ava Freeman. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.</p>no00:29:41147Feelin' Itfull<![CDATA[Make a Movie]]>This week I'm yapping about Off Script by Ava Freeman, struggle love narratives in romantic comedy movies, and the need for more Black sapphic representation in film.

]]>b4a431e1-f2e8-4c59-a170-51b7542f1dfcSat, 11 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm yapping about Off Script by Ava Freeman, struggle love narratives in romantic comedy movies, and the need for more Black sapphic representation in film.</p>no00:24:54146Make a Moviefull<![CDATA[No More Drama]]>In this week's episode I introduce our July book picks, list several books you can add to your TBR including some July new releases, and yap about the latest internet book drama.

]]>a8117000-f325-473f-b660-112e592eab02Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode I introduce our July book picks, list several books you can add to your TBR including some July new releases, and yap about the latest internet book drama. </p>no00:29:51145No More Dramafull<![CDATA[Special]]>This week, author Chencia C. Higgins joins me in the studio to talk about her writing journey and plans for the future.

]]>96d72fc2-fc2e-4696-87f6-346a15b359e2Sat, 27 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week, author Chencia C. Higgins joins me in the studio to talk about her writing journey and plans for the future. </p>no00:28:46144Specialfull<![CDATA[Lovin' It]]>Join me for my final discussion of our June book picks, Summer Breakdown by J.S. Jasper and Summer Official by Rebekah Weatherspoon. In true Joy fashion, I went on a few tangents and yapped about some of my recent reads including Score by Kennedy Ryan. Proceed with caution. This episode contains lots of spoilers.

]]>fae46072-2f84-4eb6-bae4-f6c6dac82aedSat, 20 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for my final discussion of our June book picks, Summer Breakdown by J.S. Jasper and Summer Official by Rebekah Weatherspoon. In true Joy fashion, I went on a few tangents and yapped about some of my recent reads including Score by Kennedy Ryan. Proceed with caution. This episode contains lots of spoilers. </p>no00:34:47143Lovin' Itfull<![CDATA[Sorry]]>This week I'm yapping about the Five Languages of Apology by Gary Chapman and Jennifer Thomas and how it relates to our June book pick, Summer Breakdown by J.S. Jasper.

]]>8239affb-cba3-416c-997a-bb4889b6218eSat, 13 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm yapping about the Five Languages of Apology by Gary Chapman and Jennifer Thomas and how it relates to our June book pick, Summer Breakdown by J.S. Jasper.</p>no00:20:101Sorryfull<![CDATA[Good as Hell]]>Happy Pride! Join me as I recap our May book club meeting, unpack my experience at Black Romance Book Fest, and introduce our June book picks.

]]>a92a6d2c-bee5-4281-ab9f-416f2d1fbf6aSat, 06 Jun 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Happy Pride! Join me as I recap our May book club meeting, unpack my experience at Black Romance Book Fest, and introduce our June book picks. </p>no00:48:55141Good as Hellfull<![CDATA[F.U.B.U.]]>Join me and Author Monique Goode as we discuss her writing journey and plans for the future.

]]>632215c9-539e-4970-acd5-d96c7b681133Sat, 30 May 2026 10:00:00 GMT<p>Join me and Author Monique Goode as we discuss her writing journey and plans for the future. </p>no00:26:06140F.U.B.U.full<![CDATA[Plot Twist]]>Join me and surprise guest, Author Joi Miner, for the final discussion of our May book picks. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

Our May book picks are Love and Sportsball by Meka James and She Got Hops by Joi Miner.

]]>8bb69835-ee0f-4b5c-9ed2-e9a5b3c3f545Sat, 23 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me and surprise guest, Author Joi Miner, for the final discussion of our May book picks. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.</p><p></p><p>Our May book picks are Love and Sportsball by Meka James and She Got Hops by Joi Miner.</p>no00:53:58139Plot Twistfull<![CDATA[So Good]]>This week I'm yapping about book POVs, my recent reads, and She Got Hops by Joi Miner.

]]>cc287b00-67b0-40da-91ab-a6936279e41cSat, 16 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm yapping about book POVs, my recent reads, and She Got Hops by Joi Miner. </p>no00:24:24138So Goodfull<![CDATA[I Got Questions]]>In this week's episode, I talk about Love and Sportsball by Meka James, my growing audiobook addiction, and the connection between the workplace romance and forced proximity tropes. This episode includes lots of book recs and workplace romance stats & facts. Tune in!

]]>7fadaae8-0cb4-41af-9c7c-a74631a9e278Sat, 09 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode, I talk about Love and Sportsball by Meka James, my growing audiobook addiction, and the connection between the workplace romance and forced proximity tropes. This episode includes lots of book recs and workplace romance stats &amp; facts. Tune in!</p>no00:27:08137I Got Questionsfull<![CDATA[Flava in Ya Ear]]>Join me as I yap about my budding audiobook addiction and introduce our May book picks. I wouldn't be me if I don't go on a few tangents.

]]>2cde6e54-53e2-4797-aa37-2e7002d6e6e5Sat, 02 May 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me as I yap about my budding audiobook addiction and introduce our May book picks. I wouldn't be me if I don't go on a few tangents.</p>no00:28:59136Flava in Ya Earfull<![CDATA[Phenomenal]]>Join me for a special episode with bestselling author, Jessica Cage. We discuss her new sapphic fantasy, I Accidentally Locked Down a Witch, and her journey as an indie author. This is a conversation you don't wanna miss!

]]>5a53c82c-45d0-4ffd-b53b-e9bb5a92241fSat, 25 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a special episode with bestselling author, Jessica Cage. We discuss her new sapphic fantasy, I Accidentally Locked Down a Witch, and her journey as an indie author. This is a conversation you don't wanna miss!</p>no00:57:55135Phenomenalfull<![CDATA[Entanglements]]>This week I'm yapping about book events and my final thoughts on our April book picks, The Sweet Fall by Melody Lynch and What Happens At Sea by D.O. Robinson. Proceed with caution because this episode contains spoilers.

]]>7cd8fabe-5720-4284-ad03-f1b9886423c6Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm yapping about book events and my final thoughts on our April book picks, The Sweet Fall by Melody Lynch and What Happens At Sea by D.O. Robinson. Proceed with caution because this episode contains spoilers. </p>no00:34:02134Entanglementsfull<![CDATA[CATFISH]]>This week I'm reflecting on the initial announcement of The Book Lovhers Fest, book tropes I'd like to read, and book covers that catfish you.

]]>b31893f0-2545-487c-af11-502a3c9c7901Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm reflecting on the initial announcement of The Book Lovhers Fest, book tropes I'd like to read, and book covers that catfish you. </p>no00:25:35133CATFISHfull<![CDATA[Let Her Cook]]>In this week's episode, I introduce our April book picks, give my review of L.M. Bennett's new book and share some really GOOD news!

]]>3e482a2e-5051-466e-bdf8-2d14b9e396e3Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode, I introduce our April book picks, give my review of L.M. Bennett's new book and share some really GOOD news! </p>no00:36:25132Let Her Cookfull<![CDATA[Q.U.E.E.N.]]>Join me for a conversation with Author D.O. Robinson as we talk about her writing journey and plans for the future.

]]>68abcae6-0238-4c10-b5cc-cc48354dd480Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a conversation with Author D.O. Robinson as we talk about her writing journey and plans for the future.</p>no00:25:09131Q.U.E.E.N.full<![CDATA[IKYFL]]>Join me for the final book discussion of our March book picks: Where There's Smoke by Aricka Alexander and Mine, Yours, & Ours by Karmen Lee. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

]]>5be44826-1823-432d-a5fa-68d6a29e1311Sat, 21 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for the final book discussion of our March book picks: Where There's Smoke by Aricka Alexander and Mine, Yours, &amp; Ours by Karmen Lee. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.</p>no00:27:12130IKYFLfull<![CDATA[Why Don't We Fall In Love]]>This week I'm discussing, Where There's Smoke by Aricka Alexander, the latest internet drama with Choyce Brown and Auntie Nae, the insta-love trope and how it relates to the Knapp's Staircase Model and the Investment Model of Commitment theories.

]]>b382dc6f-a119-465b-9f33-ac97406ca793Sat, 14 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week I'm discussing, Where There's Smoke by Aricka Alexander, the latest internet drama with Choyce Brown and Auntie Nae, the insta-love trope and how it relates to the Knapp's Staircase Model and the Investment Model of Commitment theories.</p>no00:35:05129Why Don't We Fall In Lovefull<![CDATA[Take Me Thru Dere]]>In this week's episode, I introduce our March book picks, drop some books you should add to your TBR, and yap about my experience at the Maggie Grey book signing event.

]]>e1803731-dbaf-483d-8eba-da49e280fd4dSat, 07 Mar 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode, I introduce our March book picks, drop some books you should add to your TBR, and yap about my experience at the Maggie Grey book signing event. </p>no00:29:24128Take Me Thru Derefull<![CDATA[Take Care]]>Join me for a conversation with Author Aricka Alexander as we discuss her newest book, The Rhythm of Raine at Dawn, and her writing journey. This episode touches on topics of mental health and anxiety.

]]>a0d74392-2656-4ef9-b30f-cf016333c6c1Sat, 28 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a conversation with Author Aricka Alexander as we discuss her newest book, The Rhythm of Raine at Dawn, and her writing journey. This episode touches on topics of mental health and anxiety.</p>no00:30:55127Take Carefull<![CDATA[What An Experience]]>Join me as I discuss and rate our February book picks and recap my trip to the Olympic Peninsula. This episode is filled with spoilers so proceed with caution.

The February book picks are A Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C. Higgins and Peaches and Honey by Karmen Lee.

]]>f8942691-6ede-446a-848d-e3c4194d0c83Sat, 21 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me as I discuss and rate our February book picks and recap my trip to the Olympic Peninsula. This episode is filled with spoilers so proceed with caution.</p><p></p><p>The February book picks are A Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C. Higgins and Peaches and Honey by Karmen Lee. </p>no00:32:29126What An Experiencefull<![CDATA[Forever Be Mine]]>Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode, I reflect on my first year of marriage and share some love lessons from the page.

This episode highlights the following Black sapphic books:

  1. D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins
  2. This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron
  3. Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory
  4. The Chef's Christmas Charade by L.M. Bennett
  5. Ain't Too Old to Grind by Aunt Georgia Lee
  6. Bliss by Fiona Zedde
  7. A Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C. Higgins
  8. Peaches and Honey by Karmen Lee

No worries. This episode is spoiler free.

]]>13bf6837-3aee-4c99-9f80-8a186f9e4261Sat, 14 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode, I reflect on my first year of marriage and share some love lessons from the page.</p><p></p><p>This episode highlights the following Black sapphic books:</p><ol><li>D'Vaughn &amp; Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins</li><li>This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron</li><li>Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory</li><li>The Chef's Christmas Charade by L.M. Bennett</li><li>Ain't Too Old to Grind by Aunt Georgia Lee</li><li>Bliss by Fiona Zedde</li><li>A Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C. Higgins</li><li>Peaches and Honey by Karmen Lee</li></ol><p></p><p>No worries. This episode is spoiler free.</p><p></p>no00:26:56125Forever Be Minefull<![CDATA[Go Girl]]>Happy Black History Month! Join me as I share some good news and introduce our February book picks.

]]>f1ac8c89-21ef-4b53-abe6-ab8f11b3718fSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Happy Black History Month! Join me as I share some good news and introduce our February book picks.</p>no00:27:00124Go Girlfull<![CDATA[Vibes Don't Lie]]>Join me for a conversation with Author Karmen Lee as we discuss her new dark sapphic romance, Mine Yours & Ours. In this episode, we yap about her popular Peach Blossom book series, her writing process and what readers can expect from her in the future. The laughter was endless. Tune in to catch these good vibes!

]]>db767f8e-ee73-4286-a215-40e3edbec430Sat, 31 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a conversation with Author Karmen Lee as we discuss her new dark sapphic romance, Mine Yours &amp; Ours. In this episode, we yap about her popular Peach Blossom book series, her writing process and what readers can expect from her in the future. The laughter was endless. Tune in to catch these good vibes!</p>no00:50:37123Vibes Don't Liefull<![CDATA[Lipstick Lover]]>Join me as I discuss and rate our January book picks. This month's reads were filled with lots of messy WLW drama and spicy lipstick loving. This episode is filled with spoilers so proceed with caution.

The January book picks are Ain't Too Old to Grind by Aunt Georgia Lee and Bliss by Fiona Zedde.

]]>bf61f7d0-e298-41a4-9174-1f9e863477b4Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me as I discuss and rate our January book picks. This month's reads were filled with lots of messy WLW drama and spicy lipstick loving. This episode is filled with spoilers so proceed with caution. </p><p></p><p>The January book picks are Ain't Too Old to Grind by Aunt Georgia Lee and Bliss by Fiona Zedde. </p>no00:27:32122Lipstick Loverfull<![CDATA[thank u, next]]>Join me as I recap my birthday trip to Arizona and yap about Bliss by Fiona Zedde and messy lesbian breakups.

]]>d4bd65a2-eff4-4dbd-9b93-5b1022580553Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me as I recap my birthday trip to Arizona and yap about Bliss by Fiona Zedde and messy lesbian breakups.</p>no00:23:44121thank u, nextfull<![CDATA[Nothing But a Number]]>It's my Birthday! Join me as I discuss the power of manifestation, getting older, the age gap trope, and self-expansion theory.

]]>1b0f5533-4620-4907-8ffd-cee48ac65503Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:00:00 GMT<p>It's my Birthday! Join me as I discuss the power of manifestation, getting older, the age gap trope, and self-expansion theory. </p>no00:30:12120Nothing But a Numberfull<![CDATA[girl, get up.]]>Happy New Year! In this week's episode, I reflect on the initial success of my podcast, my goals for 2026, the January book picks, and our December book club meeting. I guess it's "new year, old me" because I definitely went on a few tangents and yapped about DNF's, book ratings, and more. Tune in!

]]>49280a4d-e7b3-4747-afa0-d08aaff8aa9cSat, 03 Jan 2026 12:00:00 GMT<p>Happy New Year! In this week's episode, I reflect on the initial success of my podcast, my goals for 2026, the January book picks, and our December book club meeting. I guess it's "new year, old me" because I definitely went on a few tangents and yapped about DNF's, book ratings, and more. Tune in!</p>no00:42:01119girl, get up.full<![CDATA[Electric Lady]]>Join me for a special episode with Author Aunt Georgia Lee. We talk about her new grown & sexy, age gap romance, Ain't Too Old to Grind. During our conversation she talks about ageism, mental health, and shares behind-the-scenes insights into her writing process. Come hear from one of our OGs in this Black sapphic book space!

]]>0bdee0f9-2716-4840-baa8-a91a8518fc7eSat, 27 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a special episode with Author Aunt Georgia Lee. We talk about her new grown &amp; sexy, age gap romance, Ain't Too Old to Grind. During our conversation she talks about ageism, mental health, and shares behind-the-scenes insights into her writing process. Come hear from one of our OGs in this Black sapphic book space!</p>no00:35:05118Electric Ladyfull<![CDATA[Wrap Me Up]]>It's time to wrap up a few things before the holiday season ends and Capricorn season begins. Join me in my final discussion of Boom Town by Nic Stone, The Chef's Christmas Charade by L.M. Bennett, and my top Black sapphic reads of 2025.

]]>6f46b387-6da1-4ae7-8077-8eec41fb6cb1Sat, 20 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>It's time to wrap up a few things before the holiday season ends and Capricorn season begins. Join me in my final discussion of Boom Town by Nic Stone, The Chef's Christmas Charade by L.M. Bennett, and my top Black sapphic reads of 2025.</p>no00:29:13117Wrap Me Upfull<![CDATA[Thinkin Bout You]]>In this week's episode I share my initial thoughts on our December book pick, Boom Town by Nic Stone, and the importance of showing up and keeping in touch with those you love. If you're looking for some Christmas book recs, I also yap about my recent reads and why I enjoyed them.

]]>eb1c94c7-1fb1-41a0-a021-b71e2b22045dSat, 13 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode I share my initial thoughts on our December book pick, Boom Town by Nic Stone, and the importance of showing up and keeping in touch with those you love. If you're looking for some Christmas book recs, I also yap about my recent reads and why I enjoyed them. </p>no00:28:30116Thinkin Bout Youfull<![CDATA[Wit It This Christmas]]>In this week's episode I recap our November book club meeting and introduce the December book picks. Of course I went on a few tangents and talked about my love for Christmas romance books, the fake dating trope and the science behind it. Tune in!

]]>ed194011-775a-467b-ab10-6a4191529187Sat, 06 Dec 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode I recap our November book club meeting and introduce the December book picks. Of course I went on a few tangents and talked about my love for Christmas romance books, the fake dating trope and the science behind it. Tune in!</p>no00:26:42115Wit It This Christmasfull<![CDATA[Santa Baby]]>Join me for a special holiday episode with one of my favorite authors, L.M. Bennett. We talk about her new sapphic holiday romance, The Chef’s Christmas Charade. During our conversation she shares behind-the-scenes insights into her writing process and what readers can expect from her in the future.

]]>f0950b04-b098-4e5e-85e0-d352e1be6ff2Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>Join me for a special holiday episode with one of my favorite authors, L.M. Bennett. We talk about her new sapphic holiday romance, The Chef’s Christmas Charade. During our conversation she shares behind-the-scenes insights into her writing process and what readers can expect from her in the future.</p>no00:36:04114Santa Babyfull<![CDATA[Schoolin' Life]]>My bestie's back for our final discussion of Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory and This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron.

This episode contains spoilers.

]]>9999c4d5-ab6b-4fc8-a5aa-9977e15ea17eSat, 22 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>My bestie's back for our final discussion of Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory and This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron. </p><p></p><p>This episode contains spoilers.</p>no00:33:04113Schoolin' Lifefull<![CDATA[Free Mind]]>Grab your copy of This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron and join me in a discussion about mental health, self-care, family tradition and choosing yourself this holiday season.

]]>10a0e7cf-a5ab-4f6a-b22f-4ac67d7c6651Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:00:00 GMT<p>Grab your copy of This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron and join me in a discussion about mental health, self-care, family tradition and choosing yourself this holiday season.</p>no00:28:04112Free Mindfull<![CDATA[Come & Talk to Me]]>This week I’m celebrating another milestone and pulling lessons from our November book pick, Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory, to help strengthen our communication skills so we can meet new people, form better connections, and make new friends.

]]>2aa04a8d-697b-4c26-b2cf-1babc629d9ddSat, 08 Nov 2025 15:16:46 GMT<p>This week I’m celebrating another milestone and pulling lessons from our November book pick, Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory, to help strengthen our communication skills so we can meet new people, form better connections, and make new friends.</p>no00:30:49111Come & Talk to Mefull<![CDATA[Lover Girl]]>In this week's episode I celebrate my 10th episode, recap our October book club meeting, introduce the November book picks, and yap about Megan Thee Stallion, artistic expression, and the fear of being perceived. Tune in!

]]>b7bb81b4-b67d-464c-b887-97155eed99d5Sat, 01 Nov 2025 10:00:00 GMT<p>In this week's episode I celebrate my 10th episode, recap our October book club meeting, introduce the November book picks, and yap about Megan Thee Stallion, artistic expression, and the fear of being perceived. Tune in!</p>no00:36:27Lover Girlfull<![CDATA[Superpower]]>My bestie's back for our final discussion of This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. In true San and Joy fashion, the tangents were tangent-ing and the vibes are high. Grab your book and tune in!

This episode contains spoilers.

]]>105d87a4-89da-4890-8fc4-0e27957eba13Sat, 25 Oct 2025 13:00:00 GMT<p>My bestie's back for our final discussion of This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. In true San and Joy fashion, the tangents were tangent-ing and the vibes are high. Grab your book and tune in!</p><p></p><p>This episode contains spoilers.</p>no00:41:2419Superpowerfull<![CDATA[Trust Issues]]>This week I'm talking about entrepreneurship, self-disclosure and the risks of over sharing. I also introduce Social Penetration Theory and Uncertainty Reduction Theory as it relates to our October book pick, This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Tune in!

]]>31bcf7a6-d6e9-4fb5-bfd7-295c547b8e6dSat, 18 Oct 2025 19:29:05 GMT<p>This week I'm talking about entrepreneurship, self-disclosure and the risks of over sharing. I also introduce Social Penetration Theory and Uncertainty Reduction Theory as it relates to our October book pick, This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Tune in!</p>no00:32:5618Trust Issuesfull<![CDATA[Is You Coo]]>This week I’m talking about social learning theory, cultivation theory, and why representation matters in books. I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t go on a few tangents though. The October book pick is This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Grab your copy and tune in! 

]]>684ed58e-ede5-41db-a9d5-44300c09f7d0Sat, 11 Oct 2025 16:04:10 GMT<p>This week I’m talking about social learning theory, cultivation theory, and why representation matters in books. I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t go on a few tangents though. The October book pick is This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Grab your copy and tune in! </p>no00:32:3017Is You Coofull<![CDATA[Good Vibrations]]>This week's episode talks about the importance of community and the true price of "free." Our October book pick is This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Grab your copy and Tune in!

]]>e02ff324-d84b-47a1-b4b1-e14e576c45e4Sat, 04 Oct 2025 19:41:08 GMT<p>This week's episode talks about the importance of community and the true price of "free." Our October book pick is This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Grab your copy and Tune in!</p>no00:34:0416Good Vibrationsfull<![CDATA[ErrTime]]>This week my bestie and fellow cohost of Lesbi Real Boo podcast joined me for our final discussion of D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding. In true San and Joy fashion, we went on a few tangents and yapped about audiobook narrators, aging, Cardi B, and more. Prepare to laugh because it's a party ErrTime we link up! 

This episode contains spoilers.

]]>8dc85f46-32a8-48b2-85d4-28d8a1f336efSat, 27 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week my bestie and fellow cohost of Lesbi Real Boo podcast joined me for our final discussion of <b>D'Vaughn &amp; Kris Plan a Wedding</b>. In true San and Joy fashion, we went on a few tangents and yapped about audiobook narrators, aging, Cardi B, and more. Prepare to laugh because it's a party ErrTime we link up! </p><p></p><p>This episode contains spoilers.</p>no00:45:4915ErrTimefull<![CDATA[A Couple of Forevers]]>This week me and wifey are yapping about our wedding experience, the stress of wedding planning, and our September book pick. Tune in!

]]>ea191b3c-1ec6-4055-914e-98d1c03e1b8aSat, 20 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week me and wifey are yapping about our wedding experience, the stress of wedding planning, and our September book pick. Tune in!</p><p></p><p></p>no00:28:5414A Couple of Foreversfull<![CDATA[Born This Way]]>Join me and wifey as we share our coming out stories and reflect on D'Vaughn's coming out journey in our September book pick, D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins.

]]>432feee8-2364-4115-88a2-8fd2f6bd67ecSat, 13 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT<p>Join me and wifey as we share our coming out stories and reflect on D'Vaughn's coming out journey in our September book pick, D'Vaughn &amp; Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins. </p>no00:25:11Born This Wayfull<![CDATA[Kiss It Better]]>This week we discuss public displays of affection as it relates to our September book pick, D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins. Joy introduces Affection Exchange Theory and the health benefits of expressing affection.

]]>0b7f644b-9c9d-48c4-8ded-eef476aa6425Sat, 06 Sep 2025 11:00:00 GMT<p>This week we discuss public displays of affection as it relates to our September book pick, D'Vaughn &amp; Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins. Joy introduces Affection Exchange Theory and the health benefits of expressing affection. </p>no00:24:4012Kiss It Betterfull<![CDATA[In Da Club]]>Introductions and Discussions: Welcome to the Book Lovhers Club!

This month's book pick is D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins.

]]>16bb34fa-65a7-4b0f-85a8-e4acc57dcaeeFri, 29 Aug 2025 02:42:36 GMT<p>Introductions and Discussions: Welcome to the Book Lov<i>hers </i>Club! </p><p></p><p>This month's book pick is D'Vaughn &amp; Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. Higgins. </p>no00:18:0811In Da Clubfull