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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<span id="docs-internal-guid-880201b0-7fff-1ac1-5bdc-870351f5d045"><p dir="ltr"><span>This episode debuts this podcasts first non-fiction title with a live recording alongside a studio audience. With special guest and debut author, Smile Trinidad, readers learn intentional ways to engage all senses and set the reading mood for discovering intimate stories meant to inspire.</span></p><br><p dir="ltr"><span>Listen to the full episode. Now streaming on the ALIVE Podcast Network App. Watch the live footage of this episode on YouTube.</span></p><br><p dir="ltr"><span>Connect with Smile Trinidad:</span><span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://instagram.com/TheFilAmCamBooks" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p dir="ltr"><span>Connect with Books en Vogue: </span><a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a><span> | </span><a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a><span>&nbsp;</span></p><div><span><br></span></div></span>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>S3 | E20: Blood &amp; Brujas x Mikayla D. Hornedo</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode highlights a fantasy romance novel starring witches and vampires and dramatizes an empowering scene from the book. With special guest author, Mikayla D. Hornedo, readers learn practical ways to engage all senses and set the reading mood.</p><p><br></p><p>Shop the candles mentioned in this episode:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikaylaDHornedo" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikaylaDHornedo&nbsp;&nbsp;</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Mikayla D. Hornedo:&nbsp;<a href="http://mikayladhornedo.com/links"><span>mikayladhornedo.com/links</span></a></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode highlights a fantasy romance novel starring witches and vampires and dramatizes an empowering scene from the book. With special guest author, Mikayla D. Hornedo, readers learn practical ways to engage all senses and set the reading mood.</p><p><br></p><p>Shop the candles mentioned in this episode:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikaylaDHornedo" target="_blank">https://www.etsy.com/shop/MikaylaDHornedo&nbsp;&nbsp;</a></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Mikayla D. Hornedo:&nbsp;<a href="http://mikayladhornedo.com/links"><span>mikayladhornedo.com/links</span></a></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>S3 | E19: The Grand Paloma Resort x Cleyvis Natera</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the mystery thriller,<span>&nbsp; </span><span>The Grand Paloma Resort</span> by Cleyvis Natera<b><i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i></b> The author shared a reenacted glimpse into one incident causing trouble in paradise with tips for setting the reading mood for diving<span>&nbsp; </span>in a beachy read sure to heat up your imagination this winter season.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Cleyvis Natera:&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>&nbsp;</b><a href="https://instagram.com/cleyvisnatera" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><b></b></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the mystery thriller,<span>&nbsp; </span><span>The Grand Paloma Resort</span> by Cleyvis Natera<b><i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i></b> The author shared a reenacted glimpse into one incident causing trouble in paradise with tips for setting the reading mood for diving<span>&nbsp; </span>in a beachy read sure to heat up your imagination this winter season.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Cleyvis Natera:&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>&nbsp;</b><a href="https://instagram.com/cleyvisnatera" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><b></b></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S3 | E18: A Certain Slant of Light x C.P. Du Toit</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the Isekai style fantasy,<span>&nbsp; </span>A Certain Slant of Light by C.P. Du Toit<i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i> The author shared a glimpse into book one of this forthcoming trilogy with tips for setting the reading mood for entering another world and even reenacted a scene from the newly crowned queens chambers.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with C.P. Du Toit:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/cpdutoit_writes" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the Isekai style fantasy,<span>&nbsp; </span>A Certain Slant of Light by C.P. Du Toit<i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i> The author shared a glimpse into book one of this forthcoming trilogy with tips for setting the reading mood for entering another world and even reenacted a scene from the newly crowned queens chambers.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with C.P. Du Toit:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/cpdutoit_writes" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:00:12 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S3 | E17: Opal Watson: Private Eye x Brittany J. Thurman</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the middle grade detective,&nbsp;Opal Watson: Private Eye by Brittany J. Thurman<i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i> The author shared this podcast series to novel adaptation along with tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a buzzing airport scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Brittany J. Thurman:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;@britjanee (Instagram) | britjanee (Facebook) |&nbsp; @authorbrittanyjthurman (TikTok) |&nbsp;<span><a href="http://www.brittanythurman.com/">www.brittanythurman.com</a>&nbsp;</span><span>(</span><span>Website)</span></p><p><br></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the middle grade detective,&nbsp;Opal Watson: Private Eye by Brittany J. Thurman<i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i> The author shared this podcast series to novel adaptation along with tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a buzzing airport scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Brittany J. Thurman:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;@britjanee (Instagram) | britjanee (Facebook) |&nbsp; @authorbrittanyjthurman (TikTok) |&nbsp;<span><a href="http://www.brittanythurman.com/">www.brittanythurman.com</a>&nbsp;</span><span>(</span><span>Website)</span></p><p><br></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S3 | E16: This Ravenous Fate &amp; Our Vicious Descent x Hayley Dennings</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the sapphic vampire duology,<span>&nbsp; </span><span>This Ravenous Fate &amp; Our Vicious Descent by </span>Hayley Dennings<b><i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i></b> Book two of this duo was published earlier this week! In celebration of publication week, the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a Harlem Renaissance vibe and even reenacted a jailhouse interrogation scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Hayley Dennings:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/@pagesofhayley" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/@pagesofhayley" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@hayleyybaileyy" target="_blank">TikTok</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights the sapphic vampire duology,<span>&nbsp; </span><span>This Ravenous Fate &amp; Our Vicious Descent by </span>Hayley Dennings<b><i>.<span>&nbsp;</span></i></b> Book two of this duo was published earlier this week! In celebration of publication week, the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a Harlem Renaissance vibe and even reenacted a jailhouse interrogation scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Hayley Dennings:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/@pagesofhayley" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/@pagesofhayley" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@hayleyybaileyy" target="_blank">TikTok</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2025 07:00:10 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S3 | E15: Of Prophecies and Pomegranates x T.C. Kraven</title>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This bonus episode spotlights the spicy Greek mythology retelling of the god of the dead,<span>&nbsp; </span><span>Of Prophecies and Pomegranates </span>by <span>T.C. Kraven</span>.<span>&nbsp;</span> In celebration of publication day, the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a dramatic dark introspective vibe and even reenacted dialogue introduction spoken by The Fates.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p><br></p><p>Connect with <span>T.C. Kraven</span>:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/t.c.kravenauthor" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@oracleoforleans" target="_blank">TikTok</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlight the mysterious speculative fiction,<span>&nbsp; </span><span>Needy Little Things</span> by Channelle Desamours.<span>&nbsp;</span> In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a sensory heavy tale of a teenage psychic and even reenacted an after school scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Channelle Desamours:&nbsp;<a href="https://INSTAGRAM.COM/elledesamours" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://THREADS.COM/elledesamours" target="_blank">Threads</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlight the mysterious speculative fiction,<span>&nbsp; </span><span>Needy Little Things</span> by Channelle Desamours.<span>&nbsp;</span> In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a sensory heavy tale of a teenage psychic and even reenacted an after school scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Channelle Desamours:&nbsp;<a href="https://INSTAGRAM.COM/elledesamours" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://THREADS.COM/elledesamours" target="_blank">Threads</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:00:13 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S3 | E13: Love Not Required x Talia Basma</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This is a special bonus episode in celebration of todays publication day!<span>&nbsp; </span><span>Love Not Required</span> by Talia Basma is available everywhere books are sold!<span>&nbsp;</span> In this episode this debut romance contemporary author shared tips for setting the cozy autumn reading mood for an immersive literary experience and even reenacted a mother/ daughter scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p><p>Connect with Talia Basma:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/taliabasma" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://taliabasma.com/" target="_blank">Website</a></p></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is a special bonus episode in celebration of todays publication day!<span>&nbsp; </span><span>Love Not Required</span> by Talia Basma is available everywhere books are sold!<span>&nbsp;</span> In this episode this debut romance contemporary author shared tips for setting the cozy autumn reading mood for an immersive literary experience and even reenacted a mother/ daughter scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p><p>Connect with Talia Basma:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/taliabasma" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://taliabasma.com/" target="_blank">Website</a></p></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:00:17 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:title>S3 | E13: Love Not Required x Talia Basma</itunes:title>
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      <title>S3 | E12: Stars Like Acid x Marissa Lupe</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights, the science fiction fantasy novel, <span>Stars Like Acid</span> by Marissa Lupe. In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for an immersive out-of-this-world literary experience and even reenacted a luxe scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Marissa Lupe:&nbsp;<span><a href="https://instagram.com/mamarissabooks" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights, the science fiction fantasy novel, <span>Stars Like Acid</span> by Marissa Lupe. In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for an immersive out-of-this-world literary experience and even reenacted a luxe scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Marissa Lupe:&nbsp;<span><a href="https://instagram.com/mamarissabooks" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Sep 2025 07:00:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S3 | E11: Through Our Teeth x Pamela N. Harris</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<span id="docs-internal-guid-ff24d8bd-7fff-59ab-71ad-49c6ac11c404"><p dir="ltr"><span>This is a bonus episode in celebration of publication day! This episode spotlights the YA mystery/thriller novel Through Our Teeth by Pamela N. Harris, now available everywhere books are sold and/or borrowed. In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a thrilling&nbsp; intentional literary experience and even reenacted a heart-pounding scene from the book.&nbsp;</span></p></span><br><div><span id="docs-internal-guid-c7ba12c9-7fff-832a-2e69-01c8a97f551c"><p dir="ltr"><span>Lets wish this title a happy book birthday!</span></p><br><p dir="ltr"><span>With peace, love, and joyHappy Reading!</span></p><br><p dir="ltr"><span>Connect with P</span><span>amela N. Harris</span><span>:&nbsp; <a href="https://instagram.com/pamharriswrites" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | </span><a href="https://threads.com/@pamharriswrites" target="_blank">Threads</a></p><p dir="ltr"><span>Connect with Books en Vogue: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a><span> | </span><a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a><span>&nbsp;</span></p></span><br></div>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<span id="docs-internal-guid-ff24d8bd-7fff-59ab-71ad-49c6ac11c404"><p dir="ltr"><span>This is a bonus episode in celebration of publication day! This episode spotlights the YA mystery/thriller novel Through Our Teeth by Pamela N. Harris, now available everywhere books are sold and/or borrowed. In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a thrilling&nbsp; intentional literary experience and even reenacted a heart-pounding scene from the book.&nbsp;</span></p></span><br><div><span id="docs-internal-guid-c7ba12c9-7fff-832a-2e69-01c8a97f551c"><p dir="ltr"><span>Lets wish this title a happy book birthday!</span></p><br><p dir="ltr"><span>With peace, love, and joyHappy Reading!</span></p><br><p dir="ltr"><span>Connect with P</span><span>amela N. Harris</span><span>:&nbsp; <a href="https://instagram.com/pamharriswrites" target="_blank">Instagram</a> | </span><a href="https://threads.com/@pamharriswrites" target="_blank">Threads</a></p><p dir="ltr"><span>Connect with Books en Vogue: </span><a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a><span> | </span><a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a><span>&nbsp;</span></p></span><br></div>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:15 GMT</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This episode spotlights, the first novel of a paranormal/fantasy romance trilogy entitled, Living Legend by Allie Shante . In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for a discerning romance reader<span>&nbsp; </span>and even reenacted a flirty scene from the book.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p>Connect with Allie Shante:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/allieshantewrites" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@allieshantewrites" target="_blank">TikTok</a></p><p><span></span></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue"><span>Instagram</span></a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com/"><span>Website</span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 14:04:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S3 | E9: Love Be Damned x Briana Garrett</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<div>This episode in celebration of the last week of Black August spotlights, the debut self-published novel, Love Be Damned by Briana Garrett . This novel is a love letter to the Black sitcoms of the 90s. In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for this romantic fantasy and even reenacted a heavenly scene from the book.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Connect with Briana Garrett:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/@books_by_bri" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.twitter.com/@books_by_bri" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://brianagarrett.substack.com/?fbclid=PARlRTSAMcsVNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpwNLBHKdsYO__8O9gEd9hgSjL_qgrGJBDCYek67vA1ClJcBCbmgsntj8iROE_aem_2rpepfyfWnMX0Tw7NfvzLQ" target="_blank">Substack</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br></div>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<div>This episode in celebration of the last week of Black August spotlights, the debut self-published novel, Love Be Damned by Briana Garrett . This novel is a love letter to the Black sitcoms of the 90s. In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for this romantic fantasy and even reenacted a heavenly scene from the book.&nbsp;</div><div><br></div><div>Connect with Briana Garrett:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/@books_by_bri" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.twitter.com/@books_by_bri" target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://brianagarrett.substack.com/?fbclid=PARlRTSAMcsVNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABpwNLBHKdsYO__8O9gEd9hgSjL_qgrGJBDCYek67vA1ClJcBCbmgsntj8iROE_aem_2rpepfyfWnMX0Tw7NfvzLQ" target="_blank">Substack</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br></div>]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Thu, 28 Aug 2025 07:00:04 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S3 | E8: Roar of the Lambs x Jamison Shea</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This is a special bonus episode in celebration of todays publication day!&nbsp; Roar of the Lambs by Jamison Shea is available everywhere books are sold! In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for this mystery thriller and even reenacted a non-spoiler scene from the book.&nbsp;<div>Lets wish this title a happy book birthday by ensuring our local libraries and independent bookstores also have copies in stock!</div><div><br></div><div>Connect with Jamison Shea:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/wickedjamison " target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://threads.com/@wickedjamison " target="_blank">Threads</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@wickedjamison " target="_blank">Tiktok</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br></div>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This is a special bonus episode in celebration of todays publication day!&nbsp; Roar of the Lambs by Jamison Shea is available everywhere books are sold! In this episode the author shared tips for setting the reading mood for this mystery thriller and even reenacted a non-spoiler scene from the book.&nbsp;<div>Lets wish this title a happy book birthday by ensuring our local libraries and independent bookstores also have copies in stock!</div><div><br></div><div>Connect with Jamison Shea:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/wickedjamison " target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://threads.com/@wickedjamison " target="_blank">Threads</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@wickedjamison " target="_blank">Tiktok</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br></div>]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S3 | E7: Unshod, Cackling, and Naked x Tamika Thompson</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This episode features the 13 short story speculative/ horror collection, Unshod, Cackling, and Naked&nbsp; by Tamika Thompson. The author shared tips for setting the reading mood such as having a fur-baby within petting distance and even reenacted a scene from the book highlighting a heart pounding scene involving the elderly and pets.<br><br>Connect with Tamika Thompson:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tamikathompson.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/tamikadthompson" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;<br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[This episode features the 13 short story speculative/ horror collection, Unshod, Cackling, and Naked&nbsp; by Tamika Thompson. The author shared tips for setting the reading mood such as having a fur-baby within petting distance and even reenacted a scene from the book highlighting a heart pounding scene involving the elderly and pets.<br><br>Connect with Tamika Thompson:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tamikathompson.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/tamikadthompson" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;<br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;]]></content:encoded>
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      <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
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      <description><![CDATA[Kicking off the second full week of Black August with this special holiday podcast episode guest starring author, Fabienne Josaphat!&nbsp; This episode presents a novel centering a historical revolutionary group from the 1960s, activism, and self-discovery. The author shared tips for setting the reading mood such as a nice glass of Vermouth and even reenacted a scene from the book highlighting a flirtatious scene at the gun range.<br><br>Connect with Fabienne Josaphat:&nbsp;<a href="https://fabiennejosaphat.substack.com/" target="_blank">Substack</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/fabyjosaphat" target="_blank">Instagram</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br>]]></description>
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      <title>S3| E5:  The Last One x Rachel Howzell Hall</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Kicking off the first full week of Black August with this bonus podcast episode guest starring author, Rachel Howzell Hall and her young adult romantasy debut novel, The Last One. In this episode we share tips for setting the reading mood, reenacted a dreamy scene from the book, and shared pre-order perks for the sequel releasing later this month.<br><br>Connect with Rachel Howzell Hall :&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rachelhowzell.com/" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/rhowzellhall " target="_blank">Instagram</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[Kicking off the first full week of Black August with this bonus podcast episode guest starring author, Rachel Howzell Hall and her young adult romantasy debut novel, The Last One. In this episode we share tips for setting the reading mood, reenacted a dreamy scene from the book, and shared pre-order perks for the sequel releasing later this month.<br><br>Connect with Rachel Howzell Hall :&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rachelhowzell.com/" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/rhowzellhall " target="_blank">Instagram</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>S3|E4:  Broken Pencils x J.R. Rice</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[J.R. Rice joins us on his debut's anniversary to talk about his re-imagined Catcher and the Rye inspired novel, Broken Pencils.&nbsp; In this episode, the guest speaker offered advice on how to create an immersive reading experience, and even acted out a passage from the book with themes of mental illness, law enforcement encounters, and the aftermath of a chaotic prom night!<br><br>Connect with J.R. Rice:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jrrice.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.rice.7146" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/IMjRICE " target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@imjrice" target="_blank">YouTube</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[J.R. Rice joins us on his debut's anniversary to talk about his re-imagined Catcher and the Rye inspired novel, Broken Pencils.&nbsp; In this episode, the guest speaker offered advice on how to create an immersive reading experience, and even acted out a passage from the book with themes of mental illness, law enforcement encounters, and the aftermath of a chaotic prom night!<br><br>Connect with J.R. Rice:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.jrrice.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.rice.7146" target="_blank">Facebook</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/IMjRICE " target="_blank">X</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@imjrice" target="_blank">YouTube</a><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>S3 | E3: Sistah Samurai x Tatiana Obey</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Tatiana Obey joins us to talk about her Black and Japanese cultural fusion novel, Sistah Samurai, offer advice on how to create an engaging reading environment, and even act out a cheeky passage from the book!</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Tatiana Obey :&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/obeytheauthor" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://threads.com/obeytheauthor" target="_blank">Threads</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@obeytheauthor" target="_blank">TikTok</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://bsky.app/profile/obeytheauthor.bsky.social" target="_blank">BluSky</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/obeytheauthor" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;<br><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tatiana Obey joins us to talk about her Black and Japanese cultural fusion novel, Sistah Samurai, offer advice on how to create an engaging reading environment, and even act out a cheeky passage from the book!</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Tatiana Obey :&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/obeytheauthor" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://threads.com/obeytheauthor" target="_blank">Threads</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://tiktok.com/@obeytheauthor" target="_blank">TikTok</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://bsky.app/profile/obeytheauthor.bsky.social" target="_blank">BluSky</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/obeytheauthor" target="_blank">Twitter</a>&nbsp;<br><br>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksenvogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>S3 | E2: Sheine Lende: A Prequel to Elatsoe x Darcie Little Badger</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Author Darcie Little Badger is here to discuss the novel, Sheine Lende: A Prequel to Elatsoe.&nbsp; The discussion covers the book's setting in 1970s Texas, the main character's ability to raise the ghosts of animals, and the story's focus on the main character's search for her missing mother, while touching on the historical context of the Lipan Apache people during that time period. Darcie also shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Darcie Little Badger :&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/dr.littlebadger" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://bsky.app/profile/littlebadger.bsky.social" target="_blank">BluSky</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksEnVogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br></p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Author Darcie Little Badger is here to discuss the novel, Sheine Lende: A Prequel to Elatsoe.&nbsp; The discussion covers the book's setting in 1970s Texas, the main character's ability to raise the ghosts of animals, and the story's focus on the main character's search for her missing mother, while touching on the historical context of the Lipan Apache people during that time period. Darcie also shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Darcie Little Badger :&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/dr.littlebadger" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://bsky.app/profile/littlebadger.bsky.social" target="_blank">BluSky</a>&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Books en Vogue:&nbsp;<a href="https://instagram.com/booksEnVogue" target="_blank">Instagram</a>&nbsp;|&nbsp;<a href="https://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank">Website</a>&nbsp;<br><br></p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>S3| E1:  Rainbow x Verde Arzu</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>With author Verde Arzu as my special guest, I'm thrilled to kick off Season 3 | Episode 1 of The Books en Vogue Podcast!</p>
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<p>Verde Arzu joins us to talk about her debut novel, Rainbow, offer advice on how to create a comfortable reading environment, and even act out an explosive passage from the book!</p>
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<p>Connect with Verde Arzu : <a href="https://instagram.com/the_writer_verde_arzu"><span><b>Instagram</b></span></a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@verde_arzu"><span><b>TikTok</b></span></a> | <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/verdearzu.bsky.social"><span><b>BluSky</b></span></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/verdearzu"><span>FaceBook</span></a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://host.alivepodcastnetwork.com/instagram.com/booksEnVogue"><span><b>Instagram</b></span></a> | <a href="https://host.alivepodcastnetwork.com/www.booksenvogue.com"><span><b>Website</b></span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With author Verde Arzu as my special guest, I'm thrilled to kick off Season 3 | Episode 1 of The Books en Vogue Podcast!</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Verde Arzu joins us to talk about her debut novel, Rainbow, offer advice on how to create a comfortable reading environment, and even act out an explosive passage from the book!</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Verde Arzu : <a href="https://instagram.com/the_writer_verde_arzu"><span><b>Instagram</b></span></a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@verde_arzu"><span><b>TikTok</b></span></a> | <a href="https://bsky.app/profile/verdearzu.bsky.social"><span><b>BluSky</b></span></a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/verdearzu"><span>FaceBook</span></a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://host.alivepodcastnetwork.com/instagram.com/booksEnVogue"><span><b>Instagram</b></span></a> | <a href="https://host.alivepodcastnetwork.com/www.booksenvogue.com"><span><b>Website</b></span></a>&nbsp;</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>S2 | E6: Doll Seed x Michele Tracy Berger ​</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this special Halloween episode Kat Trinidad and author Michele Tracy Berger discusses the short story collection "Doll Seed".The stories collected in "Doll Seed" span several genres of speculative fiction, including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and magical realism, and feature female characters of color. As an example of how to get into the spirit of the book, Berger suggests reflecting on one'sancestorswhile listening to early jazz and blues or music from the 1970s and 1980s. The host and Berger also do a dramatic reading of an excerpt from one of the stories, "Edda, Zora and the First Serpent".</strong></p>
<p><br />You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4410" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/10/31/<strong>season-2-episode-6</strong>/</a></p>
<p><br /></p>
<p>Connect with Michele Tracy Berger: <a href="https://twitter.com/micheletberger" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bergermichele2005/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063533978620" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p>
<p><br /></p>
<p>Discover more titles with Aunt Lute: <a href="https://x.com/auntlute" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/auntlute/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuntLuteB00ks/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p>
<p><br /></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this special Halloween episode Kat Trinidad and author Michele Tracy Berger discusses the short story collection "Doll Seed".The stories collected in "Doll Seed" span several genres of speculative fiction, including science fiction, fantasy, horror, and magical realism, and feature female characters of color. As an example of how to get into the spirit of the book, Berger suggests reflecting on one'sancestorswhile listening to early jazz and blues or music from the 1970s and 1980s. The host and Berger also do a dramatic reading of an excerpt from one of the stories, "Edda, Zora and the First Serpent".</strong></p>
<p><br />You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4410" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/10/31/<strong>season-2-episode-6</strong>/</a></p>
<p><br /></p>
<p>Connect with Michele Tracy Berger: <a href="https://twitter.com/micheletberger" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bergermichele2005/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063533978620" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p>
<p><br /></p>
<p>Discover more titles with Aunt Lute: <a href="https://x.com/auntlute" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/auntlute/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AuntLuteB00ks/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a></p>
<p><br /></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:title>S2 | E6: Doll Seed x Michele Tracy Berger ​</itunes:title>
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      <itunes:author>Books en Vogue</itunes:author>
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      <title>S2 | E5: No One Dies Yet x Kobby Ben Ben </title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book &quot;No One Dies Yet&quot; by Kobby Ben Ben. The book is set in Ghana during the &quot;Year of Return&quot; initiative, where a Black protagonist explores the queer underground scene while a serial killer is on the loose. The author discusses techniques for setting the reading mood, such as reading during the day and using calming sounds like whale sounds or local music. They also suggest having a comforting object nearby, like a lover&#39;s thigh or a dog, to grab onto during scary moments. The author advises against reading the book at night due to its disturbing scenes. They also mention that the book contains explicit content and is intended for adult readers.</strong></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2024/06/05/season-2-episode-4/">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/07/02/season-2-episode-5/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Kobby Ben Ben: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kobbybenben/">Instagram</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book &quot;No One Dies Yet&quot; by Kobby Ben Ben. The book is set in Ghana during the &quot;Year of Return&quot; initiative, where a Black protagonist explores the queer underground scene while a serial killer is on the loose. The author discusses techniques for setting the reading mood, such as reading during the day and using calming sounds like whale sounds or local music. They also suggest having a comforting object nearby, like a lover&#39;s thigh or a dog, to grab onto during scary moments. The author advises against reading the book at night due to its disturbing scenes. They also mention that the book contains explicit content and is intended for adult readers.</strong></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2024/06/05/season-2-episode-4/">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/07/02/season-2-episode-5/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Kobby Ben Ben: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kobbybenben/">Instagram</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S2 | E4: All the Fighting Parts x Hannah V. Sawyerr x Isatta (@DearBLoveMe)​</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book All the Fighting Parts by Hannah V. Sawyerr<strong> </strong>and discusses tips for setting a reading mood. The guest, Isatta @DearBLoveMe, provides a summary of the book, which follows a teenage girl named Amina who becomes withdrawn and scared to speak. The host and guest then discuss various sensory elements that can enhance the reading experience, such as music, nature sounds, aesthetics, flavors, and aromas. They also share personal preferences for creating a cozy reading environment. The episode concludes with a reimagined scene from the book. Isattaemphasizes the importance of survivors sharing their stories and encourages self-care. The episode ends with a reminder to support local libraries and bookstores.<br></p>
<p>You can find this episodestranscript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2024/06/05/season-2-episode-4/">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/06/05/season-2-episode-4/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Isatta:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dearbloveme/">Instagram</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a>|<a href="file:///www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>|<a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book All the Fighting Parts by Hannah V. Sawyerr<strong> </strong>and discusses tips for setting a reading mood. The guest, Isatta @DearBLoveMe, provides a summary of the book, which follows a teenage girl named Amina who becomes withdrawn and scared to speak. The host and guest then discuss various sensory elements that can enhance the reading experience, such as music, nature sounds, aesthetics, flavors, and aromas. They also share personal preferences for creating a cozy reading environment. The episode concludes with a reimagined scene from the book. Isattaemphasizes the importance of survivors sharing their stories and encourages self-care. The episode ends with a reminder to support local libraries and bookstores.<br></p>
<p>You can find this episodestranscript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2024/06/05/season-2-episode-4/">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/06/05/season-2-episode-4/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Isatta:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/dearbloveme/">Instagram</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a>|<a href="file:///www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>|<a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Wed, 05 Jun 2024 02:47:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
      <itunes:title>S2 | E4: All the Fighting Parts x Hannah V. Sawyerr x Isatta (@DearBLoveMe)​</itunes:title>
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      <title>S2 | E3: Lore of the Wilds x Analeigh Sbrana</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this podcast episode, the host introduces a book called &quot;Lore of the Wilds&quot; and discusses tips for setting a reading mood. The author of the book, Analeigh Sbrana, joins the discussion and shares that the book is a romantic fantasy with cozy elements and dark twists. The host and author discuss various ways to engage the senses while reading, such as having a hot beverage, listening to music, and dressing comfortably. They also suggest specific flavors, aromas, and visuals that can enhance the reading experience. The episode ends with a reimagined scene from the book. The host encourages listeners to read &quot;Lore of the Wilds&quot; and shares that it is available at local libraries and bookstores.</strong></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4296">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/02/27/season-2-episode-3/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Analeigh Sbrana: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/literaryxqueen">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.tiktok.com/@literaryxqueen">Tiktok</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>In this podcast episode, the host introduces a book called &quot;Lore of the Wilds&quot; and discusses tips for setting a reading mood. The author of the book, Analeigh Sbrana, joins the discussion and shares that the book is a romantic fantasy with cozy elements and dark twists. The host and author discuss various ways to engage the senses while reading, such as having a hot beverage, listening to music, and dressing comfortably. They also suggest specific flavors, aromas, and visuals that can enhance the reading experience. The episode ends with a reimagined scene from the book. The host encourages listeners to read &quot;Lore of the Wilds&quot; and shares that it is available at local libraries and bookstores.</strong></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4296">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/02/27/season-2-episode-3/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Analeigh Sbrana: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/literaryxqueen">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.tiktok.com/@literaryxqueen">Tiktok</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 17:06:41 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S2 | E2: The Getaway x Lamar Giles</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book &quot;The Getaway&quot; by Lamar Giles. The book is set in a near future where the world outside of a vacation resort called Karloff Country is in chaos. The rich people who built the resort flee to it as a luxury doomsday bunker, expecting the protagonist, Jay, and others to continue providing service even as society breaks down. The host and author discuss techniques for setting the reading mood, including engaging the senses with music, visuals, food, and aromas. They also reenact a scene from the book. The author also mentions two other books they have written.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4267" target="_blank" rel="external noreferrer noopener">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/02/06/season-2-episode-2/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Lamar Giles: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/lamargiles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamargiles7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Tiktok</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LamarGilesWriter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.lamargiles.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a> | <a href="www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website</a> | <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Milkshake</a></p>
<p><br></p>
]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book &quot;The Getaway&quot; by Lamar Giles. The book is set in a near future where the world outside of a vacation resort called Karloff Country is in chaos. The rich people who built the resort flee to it as a luxury doomsday bunker, expecting the protagonist, Jay, and others to continue providing service even as society breaks down. The host and author discuss techniques for setting the reading mood, including engaging the senses with music, visuals, food, and aromas. They also reenact a scene from the book. The author also mentions two other books they have written.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4267" target="_blank" rel="external noreferrer noopener">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/02/06/season-2-episode-2/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Lamar Giles: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/lamargiles" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lamargiles7" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Tiktok</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LamarGilesWriter/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.lamargiles.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a> | <a href="www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website</a> | <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Milkshake</a></p>
<p><br></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 11:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
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      <title>S2 | E1: La Noche Before Three Kings Day x Sheila Colón-Bagley</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Season 2! </p>
<p>In this podcast episode, the host discusses the children&#39;s book &quot;La Noche Before Three Kings Day&quot; with author Sheila Coln-Bagley. The book follows a Puerto Rican family on the eve of the Epiphany, as they prepare for the arrival of the Three Kings. The host and author discuss tips for setting a reading mood, the celebratory vibe of the book, the illustrations, and the food and aromas associated with the holiday. The author also shares a re-imagined scene from the book. The episode ends with the author announcing upcoming events in her hometown of Philadelphia.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4234">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/01/05/season-2-episode-1/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Sheila Coln-Bagley: <a href="http://instagram.com/sheilaluvsbooks">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/sheilaluvsbooks">X</a> | <a href="http://tiktok.com/@sheilaluvsbooks">TikTok</a> | <a href="http://threads.com/sheilaluvsbooks">Threads</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to Season 2! </p>
<p>In this podcast episode, the host discusses the children&#39;s book &quot;La Noche Before Three Kings Day&quot; with author Sheila Coln-Bagley. The book follows a Puerto Rican family on the eve of the Epiphany, as they prepare for the arrival of the Three Kings. The host and author discuss tips for setting a reading mood, the celebratory vibe of the book, the illustrations, and the food and aromas associated with the holiday. The author also shares a re-imagined scene from the book. The episode ends with the author announcing upcoming events in her hometown of Philadelphia.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=4234">https://booksenvogue.com/2024/01/05/season-2-episode-1/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Sheila Coln-Bagley: <a href="http://instagram.com/sheilaluvsbooks">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/sheilaluvsbooks">X</a> | <a href="http://tiktok.com/@sheilaluvsbooks">TikTok</a> | <a href="http://threads.com/sheilaluvsbooks">Threads</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 06 Jan 2024 00:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1 | E10: 23-290-01 | Black Buck x Mateo Askaripour</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book &quot;Black Buck&quot; by Mateo Askaripour. The book follows a young Black man named Darren who works at a Starbucks in Brooklyn but is offered a position at a startup company by a white CEO. Darren becomes the only Black person in the company and faces challenges as he tries to succeed without being tokenized. The host and author discuss tips for setting the reading mood, including finding a comfortable place to read and engaging all the senses. They also share a deleted scene from the book where Darren is asked to interview a Black woman for a job at the company. The episode ends with the author mentioning that he has another book coming out next year.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3749">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/10/17/season-1-episode-10/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Mateo Askaripour:<a href="http://www.mateowrites.com/">Website</a> | <a href="http://instagram.com/askmateo">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/askmateo">Twitter</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host introduces the book &quot;Black Buck&quot; by Mateo Askaripour. The book follows a young Black man named Darren who works at a Starbucks in Brooklyn but is offered a position at a startup company by a white CEO. Darren becomes the only Black person in the company and faces challenges as he tries to succeed without being tokenized. The host and author discuss tips for setting the reading mood, including finding a comfortable place to read and engaging all the senses. They also share a deleted scene from the book where Darren is asked to interview a Black woman for a job at the company. The episode ends with the author mentioning that he has another book coming out next year.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3749">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/10/17/season-1-episode-10/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Mateo Askaripour:<a href="http://www.mateowrites.com/">Website</a> | <a href="http://instagram.com/askmateo">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://twitter.com/askmateo">Twitter</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 12:33:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1 | E9: 23-268-01 | There's No Way I'd Die First x Lisa Springer x Latesha Dejean</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host and guest discuss the book &quot;There&#39;s No Way I&#39;ll Die First&quot; by Lisa Springer. The book is a young adult horror novel set in a creepy mansion on Halloween. The guest, Latesha Dejean, shares her thoughts on the book and how it kept her up all night. The host and special guest then discusses tips for setting the reading mood, including engaging the senses with visuals, sounds, flavors, aromas, and textures. They also reenact a scene from the book. The episode ends with a reminder to read the book. Its the perfect book to start on Friday 13th and read all October long!</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3740">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/10/13/season-1-episode-9/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Latesha Dejean: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/bookishgirlmagic">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.x.com/Bookishgrlmagic">X</a> | <a href="http://www.threads.net/bookishgirlmagic">Threads</a> | <a href="http://bookishgirlmagic.blog/">Blog</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, the host and guest discuss the book &quot;There&#39;s No Way I&#39;ll Die First&quot; by Lisa Springer. The book is a young adult horror novel set in a creepy mansion on Halloween. The guest, Latesha Dejean, shares her thoughts on the book and how it kept her up all night. The host and special guest then discusses tips for setting the reading mood, including engaging the senses with visuals, sounds, flavors, aromas, and textures. They also reenact a scene from the book. The episode ends with a reminder to read the book. Its the perfect book to start on Friday 13th and read all October long!</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3740">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/10/13/season-1-episode-9/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Latesha Dejean: <a href="http://www.instagram.com/bookishgirlmagic">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.x.com/Bookishgrlmagic">X</a> | <a href="http://www.threads.net/bookishgirlmagic">Threads</a> | <a href="http://bookishgirlmagic.blog/">Blog</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 13:13:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1 | E8: 23-276-01 | Ace of Spades x  Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, we discuss the book &quot;Ace of Spades&quot; with author Faridah bk-ymd. The book follows two Black students, Devon and Chiamaka, in their senior year at a prestigious private school. They must come together to stop an anonymous entity from spreading their secrets. The host and special guest discuss techniques for setting the mood while reading the book, such as watching early 2000s media, listening to piano music, and imagining pastel visuals. We also suggest the Nigerian beverage Super Malt as a companion and the aroma of sage to enhance the reading experience. The host and special guest then reimagine a scene from the book, showcasing the characters&#39; fashion choices and interactions. The episode concludes with the author encouraging readers to question societal systems and mentioning her upcoming book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3723">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/10/03/season-1-episode-8/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Faridah bk-ymd: <a href="https://twitter.com/FaridahLikesTea">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/FaridahLikesTea">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@FaridahLikesTea">TikTok</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this podcast episode, we discuss the book &quot;Ace of Spades&quot; with author Faridah bk-ymd. The book follows two Black students, Devon and Chiamaka, in their senior year at a prestigious private school. They must come together to stop an anonymous entity from spreading their secrets. The host and special guest discuss techniques for setting the mood while reading the book, such as watching early 2000s media, listening to piano music, and imagining pastel visuals. We also suggest the Nigerian beverage Super Malt as a companion and the aroma of sage to enhance the reading experience. The host and special guest then reimagine a scene from the book, showcasing the characters&#39; fashion choices and interactions. The episode concludes with the author encouraging readers to question societal systems and mentioning her upcoming book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3723">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/10/03/season-1-episode-8/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Faridah bk-ymd: <a href="https://twitter.com/FaridahLikesTea">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/FaridahLikesTea">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@FaridahLikesTea">TikTok</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 14:05:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1|E7: 23-269-01 |  Ride Or Die x Gail-Agnes Musikavanhu</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Author, Gail-Agnes Musikavanhu<strong> </strong>is here to discuss debut novel Ride Or Die <strong>. </strong>Gail-Agnes<strong> </strong>shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3707">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/26/season-1-episode-7/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Gail-Agnes Musikavanhu: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/southafricanqueen">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@gailagnesm">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.twitter.com/gailagnesm">Twitter</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Author, Gail-Agnes Musikavanhu<strong> </strong>is here to discuss debut novel Ride Or Die <strong>. </strong>Gail-Agnes<strong> </strong>shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3707">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/26/season-1-episode-7/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Gail-Agnes Musikavanhu: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/southafricanqueen">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@gailagnesm">TikTok</a> | <a href="https://www.twitter.com/gailagnesm">Twitter</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:38:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1|E6: 23-245-01 | Forged by Blood x Ehigbor Okosun</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Debut author, Ehigbor Okosun is here to discuss Forged by Blood. Ehigbor shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3680">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/19/season-1-episode-6/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Ehigbor Okosun: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/okosunreads">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@okosunreads">TikTok</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Debut author, Ehigbor Okosun is here to discuss Forged by Blood. Ehigbor shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3680">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/19/season-1-episode-6/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Ehigbor Okosun: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/okosunreads">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@okosunreads">TikTok</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 12:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <itunes:title>S1|E6: 23-245-01 | Forged by Blood x Ehigbor Okosun</itunes:title>
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      <title>S1|E5: 23-253-01 | The Other Black Girl x Zakiya Dalila Harris x Seanathan Polidore</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Fellow reader &amp; podcaster, Seanathan Polidore is here to discuss the upcoming novel-to-tv series, The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris. Seanathan shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3665">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/12/season-1-episode-5</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Seanathan Polidore : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/seanathan_the_griot_polidore/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3h18S2HIEQzlJq7QTlS5Ei">Spotify</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Fellow reader &amp; podcaster, Seanathan Polidore is here to discuss the upcoming novel-to-tv series, The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris. Seanathan shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/?p=3665">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/12/season-1-episode-5</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Seanathan Polidore : <a href="https://www.instagram.com/seanathan_the_griot_polidore/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/3h18S2HIEQzlJq7QTlS5Ei">Spotify</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
]]></content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:48:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1|E4: 23-236-01 | That Self-Same Metal x Brittany N. Williams</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Author, Brittany N. Williams is here to discuss her historical fantasy YA novel, That Self-Same Metal. This book is perfect for fans of the Orisha, William Shakespeare, fairies, and historical fantasy. Brittany shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website: <a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/05/season-1-episode-4/">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/05/season-1-episode-4/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Brittany N. Williams: <a href="http://twitter.com/brittanyacts">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brittanyacts/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BrittanyActs/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@brittanyacts">TikTok</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Author, Brittany N. Williams is here to discuss her historical fantasy YA novel, That Self-Same Metal. This book is perfect for fans of the Orisha, William Shakespeare, fairies, and historical fantasy. Brittany shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website: <a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/05/season-1-episode-4/">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/05/season-1-episode-4/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Brittany N. Williams: <a href="http://twitter.com/brittanyacts">Twitter</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brittanyacts/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BrittanyActs/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@brittanyacts">TikTok</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 13:01:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1|E3: 23-234-01 | The Comet x W. E. B. Du Bois x Jacques Hunter</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Fellow reader, Jacques Hunter is here to discuss the classic novel, The Comet by W. E. B. Du Bois. This book is perfect for fans of Afrofuturism. Jacques shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodestranscript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/29/season-1-episode-3/">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/29/season-1-episode-3/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Jacques Hunter<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jacquesyoungdessalines/">Instagram</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a>|<a href="file:///www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>|<a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Fellow reader, Jacques Hunter is here to discuss the classic novel, The Comet by W. E. B. Du Bois. This book is perfect for fans of Afrofuturism. Jacques shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodestranscript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/29/season-1-episode-3/">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/29/season-1-episode-3/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Jacques Hunter<a href="https://www.instagram.com/jacquesyoungdessalines/">Instagram</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a>|<a href="file:///www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>|<a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a><br></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 12:55:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1|E2: 23-230-01 | Jackal x Erin E. Adams </title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Author Erin E. Adams is here to discuss her debut novel, Jackal. This book is perfect for spooky season. Erin shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website: <a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/20/season-1-episode-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/20/season-1-episode-2/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Erin E. Adams: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamEEAdams/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/iameeadams">Twitter </a>| <a href="https://www.facebook.com/iameeadams/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.erineadams.com/">Website</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Author Erin E. Adams is here to discuss her debut novel, Jackal. This book is perfect for spooky season. Erin shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website: <a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/20/season-1-episode-2/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/20/season-1-episode-2/</a>.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Erin E. Adams: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/iamEEAdams/">Instagram</a> | <a href="https://twitter.com/iameeadams">Twitter </a>| <a href="https://www.facebook.com/iameeadams/">Facebook</a> | <a href="https://www.erineadams.com/">Website</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/">Instagram</a> | <a href="http://www.booksenvogue.com">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:35:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>S1|E1: 23- 227- 01 | Finding Jupiter x Kelis Rowe</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[<p>Author Kelis Rowe is here to discuss her debut novel, Finding Jupiter. This summer romance is set in Memphis, Tennessee. Kelis shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/15/season-1-episode-1/">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/15/season-1-episode-1/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Kelis Rowe: <a href="https://linktr.ee/keliswrites" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">LinkTree</a> | <a href="https://www.kelisrowe.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a>|<a href="www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Author Kelis Rowe is here to discuss her debut novel, Finding Jupiter. This summer romance is set in Memphis, Tennessee. Kelis shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.</p>
<p><br></p>
<p>You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:</p>
<p><a href="https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/15/season-1-episode-1/">https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/15/season-1-episode-1/</a></p>
<p><br></p>
<p>Connect with Kelis Rowe: <a href="https://linktr.ee/keliswrites" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">LinkTree</a> | <a href="https://www.kelisrowe.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website</a></p>
<p>Connect with Books en Vogue:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/booksenvogue/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Instagram</a>|<a href="www.booksenvogue.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Website </a>| <a href="https://msha.ke/booksenvogue?fbclid=PAAaaz_z93OX8pXk_UHUA1XzXLn475GKlvrA7lpL1-Bqcg0OYmqoaIDQvZFOE_aem_ASgZh6zVKalzqMumSOSy06tE6HRXmp47wsEDwIdGKO_3wTgadCreReu6BPThvrwqadE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Milkshake</a></p>
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      <description><![CDATA[The Books en Vogue Podcast is a brand new listening experience all about immersive reading and helping avid and reluctant readers alike imagine book characters like never before. 

Listen to this brief introduction to The Books en Vogue Podcast, hosted by Kat Trinidad. 

This seasonal podcast debuts August 2023! 

Follow @booksenvogue online and subscribe to The Books en Vogue Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.


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Listen to this brief introduction to The Books en Vogue Podcast, hosted by Kat Trinidad. 

This seasonal podcast debuts August 2023! 

Follow @booksenvogue online and subscribe to The Books en Vogue Podcast wherever you listen to podcasts.


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