Between the Reads
Audra Russell
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Dive deep into enlightening conversations with today's most compelling Black Indie and traditionally published authors. Explore diverse narratives and the voices shaping Black literature.
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Sistah SciFi Book Boutique with Owner Isis Asare
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06/07/22 • 51 min
Oh, you thought I was done?? Nope! Your girl has TWO interviews for you. This next one is with Isis Asare, owner of Sistah SciFi Book Boutique. This bookstore is exclusively online, but she has lots of in-person events like Book Clubs and Bookish Tea Tours. Get yourself an empty mug and let Isis pour you some tea.
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Visit her book boutique at https://www.sistahscifi.com.
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Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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The Anatomy of a Book with Author Seanathan Polidore
Between the Reads
09/13/22 • 57 min
It's Tuesday! In today's episode, I speak with author Seanathan Polidore about his work The Anatomy of a Book. We discuss the importance of those extra items in the books a lot of people skip over, how to be an engaged reader, and book violence! Just marking up them pages as we read y'all!
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If you enjoy this content, please consider becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads or making a one-time donation at https://www.ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast.
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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The Story Disney Stole with Author Lenny Willilams
Between the Reads
11/15/22 • 44 min
Asha The Princess of Matana is a beautiful story about a magical kingdom in Africa and a young princess who must choose between marrying who her parents think she should marry or the young boy who just might be her true prince and help her save the kingdom from a curse. And Disney stole it. Yup. Lenny and I dish the dirt in this episode!
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Learn more about Lenny at https://www.lennysimagination.com/
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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Mo Bettah Romance with Author Mo Flames
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05/17/22 • 89 min
Happy Tuesday! I'm bringing you unashamed and unapologetic steamy romance with plot twists, drama, AND murder! Lend me your ears as author Mo Flames and I have too good of a time talking about her book, One Ain't Enough!
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If you enjoy this content, please support me by becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads or by making a one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast.
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Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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Sierra Leone Folktales with Akindele Decker & Nadine Decker
Between the Reads
12/05/22 • 59 min
Two cousins who have never met in person decided to write some children's books to pass down the stories their grandfather told. In this episode, I speak with Akindele and Nadine about how they met, the history of their ancestors, and how Sierra Leon Folktales came to be.
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Find out more about their children's books at https://sierraleonefolktales.com/
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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Thrills, Murder & Suspense with Author Gracia Collins-Rich
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05/31/22 • 73 min
It's Tuesday! Settle in wherever you are and get your ear hustle on as Gracia and I discuss her thriller, Handkerchief. She don't care 'bout killin' off these the characters, y'all! She did what she did. Get ready to laugh. That's all I can say 'bout dat.
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If you enjoy this content, please consider becoming a monthly contributor at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads or make a one-time donation at https://www.ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast.
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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The Three Mrs. Greys with Author Shelly Ellis
Between the Reads
06/14/22 • 51 min
It's Tuesday! This week's episode comes packin' all the drama as I speak with author Shelly Ellis about her thriller novel, The Three Mrs. Greys. What would you do if you found out your husband was married to two other women?? Shelly and I talk about Cyrus Grey, the character you love to hate, and the three women he kept stuck on oblivious.
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For more information about Shelly, visit her at https://www.shellyellisbooks.com
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If you enjoy this content please head over to https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads and become a monthly contributor or make a one-time donation at https://www.ko-fi.com/betweenthereads.
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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We Are The Origin with Author C.M. Lockhart
Between the Reads
08/23/22 • 72 min
Happy Tuesday! Fantasy fiction with Black girls who aren't nice? Yes, please. Chelsea and I discuss her debut novel, We Are The Origin. We talk about the intricacies of the domains she created, why she created her own gods for the book, the power behind making dark-skinned people the standard of beauty, and being unapologetic about creating Black girls who are NOT nice.
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Purchase Chelsea's book here: https://payhip.com/b/osSWm
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Visit Chelsea's episode page here for all her social media links:
https://www.betweenthereads.com/we-are-the-origin/
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If you enjoy this content, please consider becoming a patron at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads or making a one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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Errant with Author Montrez
Between the Reads
05/24/22 • 56 min
It's Tuesday! Author Montrez is giving us all the fantasy with her debut novel, Errant. Not only is she committed to writing Black girls into fantasy novels, she also shows that the ones we underestimate always take us by surprise.
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If you enjoy this content, please head over to https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads and become a monthly supporter. You can also make a one-time donation at https://www.ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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Bella, Dahlin': Talkin' with Tiff
Between the Reads
01/20/20 • 34 min
Novelist Tiff Bella chats with Audra Russell. Tiff is a content creator, an entrepreneur, and an author of over 12 novels.
We talk about a special community she created just for women called The Bella Bunch, and her best-selling series, Outside the Box.
For you writers out there, we'll also be talking craft and inspiration as Tiff shares her new book Got Gumbeaux, which is a blueprint about the craft of storytelling.
Audra and Tiff laugh, share, and keep it real. So grab your favorite beverage, get cozy, and enjoy!
Please support this independent podcast. Every little bit helps me continue to bring you new and exciting content. By supporting BTR, you'll be helping me continue to amplify and celebrate Black voices. Here are three easy ways to support the show:
- A one-time donation at https://ko-fi.com/betweenthereadspodcast
- A recurring monthly donation at https://www.patreon.com/betweenthereads.
- Purchase Between the Reads swag at https://www.betweenthereads.com/store/
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How many episodes does Between the Reads have?
Between the Reads currently has 167 episodes available.
What topics does Between the Reads cover?
The podcast is about Fiction, Reading, Podcasts, Books and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Between the Reads?
The episode title 'The Anatomy of a Book with Author Seanathan Polidore' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Between the Reads?
The average episode length on Between the Reads is 57 minutes.
How often are episodes of Between the Reads released?
Episodes of Between the Reads are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Between the Reads?
The first episode of Between the Reads was released on Jan 20, 2020.
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@SorryIfWeMadeItWeird
Jul 12
Can't stop adding to my TBR!! It's definitely not a bad problem to have though. 😅 I love the way you get SO invested in each book you talk about on the show and the banter you have with the authors you interview is superb! 👌❤️📚
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