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BackStory PodcastCrossing that Bridge: InterviewIn this episode of the BackStory podcast, host Jennifer A. Nielsen interviews New York Times bestselling author Ayana Gray. They discuss Ayana's childhood creativity, her journey to becoming an author, and the influential books that shaped her. Ayana shares her experiences with writing, the challenges of pursuing a writing career, and the balance between confidence and humility in the literary world. 2025-06-1341 minBackStory PodcastCrossing that Bridge: BackStoryThis conversation explores the journey of Ayana Gray, an aspiring author who navigated the challenges of becoming a published writer. It highlights her early passion for storytelling, the obstacles she faced, and the pivotal moment when she leveraged social media to connect with literary agents, ultimately leading to her debut novel's success. The discussion emphasizes the importance of perseverance, community support, and believing in one's dreams.Chapters00:00 The Aspiring Author's Journey03:05 The Power of Community and Connection05:24 The Breakthrough Moment06:53 Believing in Your Dreams 2025-06-0607 min
KearstensBookAdventuresI MedusaMy review of I Medusa by Ayana Gray 2025-05-2502 min
Of Swords and Soulmates"Crown of Midnight" - A deadly game of secrets and liesSend us a textUnraveling the secrets of Sarah J. Maas's intricate fantasy world, we dive deep into "Crown of Midnight," the pivotal second installment of the Throne of Glass series. Our hosts explore how this book serves as the essential bridge that transforms what seemed like a straightforward assassin tale into an epic fantasy with far-reaching implications.The conversation examines Celaena's complex journey as she secretly spares her targets while pretending to fulfill her duties as the king's champion. This moral struggle sets the stage for the shocking tragedy that our hosts identify as...2025-04-2458 min
Dragons & SpaceshipsThe Brothers Hawthorne: Secrets, Stakes, and Sibling RivalrySend us a textIn this episode of Dragons and Spaceships, host Brandi delves into 'The Brothers Hawthorne' by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, a thrilling spinoff from the Inheritance Game series. The discussion covers the intricate character dynamics of the Hawthorne brothers, Grayson and Jameson, as they navigate personal challenges and high-stakes adventures. The episode also highlights trending books in the industry and upcoming releases, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of the current literary landscape.Key PointsThe Brothers Hawthorne is a thrilling spinoff from the Inheritance Game series.Grayson and Jameson Hawthorne face...2025-04-1606 min
Mom's Spaghetti PodcastJanuary 3, 2019 (Episode 3)Weekly Mom's Spaghetti podcast of Keith Cohen's favorite songs from the week! All songs can be found on the Spotify or Apple Music playlist "The Sauce for E3" (https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6NukswrIT6kVEckRJlyzM1 ~or~ https://music.apple.com/us/playlist/the-sauce-for-e3/pl.u-V9D7m87TB1d8PAz) Track listing with times below:2:15 Burn the House Down -- AJR4:33 Lie to Me -- 5 Seconds of Summer, Julia Michaels6:01 Lies -- Lexy Panterra7:18 someone new -- Christian French10:04 They Told Me -- Palm Trees, Sophie Ayana11:32 The Chase -- Xuitcasecity13:42...2024-11-2536 min
The Gray Area with Sean IllingThe antidote to climate anxietyIn this episode, host Sean Illing speaks with marine biologist Ayana Elizabeth Johnson about her book What If We Get It Right? Visions of Climate Futures.Johnson approaches climate change with informed optimism, encouraging us to stop waiting for the worst to happen. She doesn’t reject the realities of a warming planet but reminds us that doomerism is paralyzing us into inaction. In short, having a better climate future begins with envisioning one and then mapping the road to get there.This unique perspective earned Johnson a place on Vox’s Future Perfect 50 list, an a...2024-11-2555 min
Pat Gray UnleashedNew AG Nominee | 11/22/24Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general. Meet Pam Bondi. Four House seats are still being decided. Former Planned Parenthood president receives honor from Joe Biden. Filipino ambassador tells his countrymen who are in America illegally to self-deport. Netflix lawsuit over streaming issues during the Tyson-Paul fight last weekend? Jeffy’s Gladiator Popcorn Bucket controversy. Capitol Hill bathroom situation is over, but questions remain. Two representatives go after each other in a House hearing. Jeffy calls Joe Biden. College football preview. Ridiculous woke Jaguar ad vs. deep Volvo ad. Mitch McConnell to head up powerful Senate Rules Committee. How...2024-11-221h 36
Pat Gray UnleashedNew AG Nominee | 11/22/24Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his nomination for attorney general. Meet Pam Bondi. Four House seats are still being decided. Former Planned Parenthood president receives honor from Joe Biden. Filipino ambassador tells his countrymen who are in America illegally to self-deport. Netflix lawsuit over streaming issues during the Tyson-Paul fight last weekend? Jeffy’s Gladiator Popcorn Bucket controversy. Capitol Hill bathroom situation is over, but questions remain. Two representatives go after each other in a House hearing. Jeffy calls Joe Biden. College football preview. Ridiculous woke Jaguar ad vs. deep Volvo ad. Mitch McConnell to head up powerful Senate Rules Com...2024-11-221h 40
The Jess and Jill PodcastS2 BONUS EPISODE: Mid-Year Reading RecapWe obviously had to have an episode this season that was about books! Welcome to our chatty book episode! We chat about our reading Harry Potter for the first time journey and how people react to it. Jess talks about getting multiple library cards from different states since she is not buying books right now.
Jill's Recs:
Because He Loves Me: How Christ Transforms Our Daily Life by Elyse Fitzpatrick
The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
Beasts of War by Ayana Gray
Jess' Recs:
Killing Comparison by Nona Jones
The Making of Biblical Womanhood by B...2024-07-2523 min
For The Worldbuilders053. Who Are You Outside of White Supremacy Culture?Who are we outside of white supremacy culture? Perhaps the simple answer is healers, holders, stewards. Perhaps the simple answer is the people that refuse, repair and restore. And perhaps we don’t have to go anywhere to learn these skills, perhaps the best teachers and stories are already embedded in our intuition and ancestry. Perhaps the stories they’re whispering invite us into a culture with more bearable and breathe-able characteristics where perfectionism becomes improvisation, individualism becomes collectivism and “right to comfort” becomes “right to transformation”.
Download Syllabus or Register for Workshop (Syllabus Included) Here: https://www.seedaschool...2024-07-1142 min
Your Library on the Go With Free AudiobookBlood Justice Audiobook by Terry J. Benton-WalkerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 682231
Title: Blood Justice
Author: Terry J. Benton-Walker
Narrator: Bahni Turpin, Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Terry J. Benton-Walker, Torian Brackett, Zeno Robinson
Format: Unabridged
Length: 19:06:00
Language: English
Release date: 04-23-24
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Genres: Teen, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Tough Topics, LGBTQ+
Summary:
This program features multicast narration and an author's note and acknowledgments read by the author.
'Robinson and Abbott-Pratt alternate the first-person chapters with skill, pulling out every emotion in the story's closely held secrets, romance, and magic' AudioFile on Blood Debts
Blood Justice is the hotly anticipated sequel to...2024-04-237h 06
For The WildKIMBERLY ANN JOHNSON on Pleasure as Pathway [ENCORE]This week we are rebroadcasting our episode with Kimberly Ann Johnson originally aired in April 2023. Feeling into the state of our nervous systems and our relationships with each other and ourselves, this episode offers a powerful perspective on the importance of recognizing and tending to how life feels. Together, Ayana and this week’s guest Kimberly Ann Johnson discuss the depths of pleasure and the dimensions of healing. Kimberly brings deep knowledge regarding reproductive and sexual health, especially paying attention to the often untended somatic nature of sexual boundary repair and the...2024-04-101h 01
The Folding Chair with Osyrus BollyWays to Celebrate Black History & Culture 365 Days a Year with Osyrus BollyWhy Black History Matters
Celebrating Black history and sharing cultural resources is crucial for promoting accuracy in historical context, combating stereotypes, celebrating achievements, empowering communities, fostering understanding and inspiring action towards a more just and equitable society. Also highlighting Black art is essential for preserving cultural heritage, promoting recognition and appreciation, increasing representation and visibility, infusion in education, building community, and empowering individuals and communities to express themselves creatively and authentically. We celebrate Black History Month with all educators, artists, and allies exploring the works of Black artists/educators, who have used their talents to express the t...2024-03-2141 minThe Jess and Jill PodcastEp. 3: Favorite Books and ReadsIn this episode of the Jess and Jill podcast we share our favorite books. From fiction, to memoirs, to spiritual growth we've got you covered.
Jill's Recs:
Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero
Undocumented Americans by Karla Cornejo Víllavícencío
In Praise of American Educators: And How They Can Become Even Better by Richard DuFour
Beasts of Prey Series by Ayana Gray
The Authenticity Project by Clare Dooley
How to be a Real Person in Just One Day by Sally Warner
Jess' Recs:
You are the Girl for the Job by Jess Conn...2024-02-1542 min
YA Book ChatAuthor Interview: Ayana Gray (Beasts of Prey/Ruin/War)Today I am chatting with NY Times Best Selling author Ayana Gray! Ayana and I will be chatting about her Beasts of Prey trilogy. We discuss all three books in the trilogy; Beasts of Prey, Beasts of Ruin, and the final book in the series (which publishes on January 16, 2024), Beasts of War. Take a listen as Ayana and I chat about the storyline of each book, her writing style, challenges she's faced in writing the series, the inclusion of African culture and history in each book, the characters, Ayana's world building, and more! ...2024-01-0848 min
Un Lectorat MinoréUn Lectorat Minoré - Épisode 60 avec Debby Egg autrice hybride et illustratriceBonjour à tous-tes, j’accueille Debby Egg autrice hybride et illustratrice. LIVRES CITÉS : Le Temps des Corbeaux, Debby Egg Héritage, Debby Egg Beasts Of Prey, Ayana Gray Fleurs d’Oko, Laetitia Danae LE RÉSEAU SOCIAL DE DEBBY EGG : Instagram @debora_s_fantasy LA RECOMMANDATION DE DEBBY EGG : Léna-Karen @lk.sissoko MES RÉSEAUX SOCIAUX : Instagram principal : @stellamarie_loves_reading Instagram du podcast : @unlectoratminore Chaîne Youtube du podcast : h...2023-12-201h 36
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For The WildANDREA GIBSON on The Blessings of the Wound /347In an episode that cuts straight to the soul, this week’s guest Andrea Gibson joins Ayana in a conversation that asks what it means to truly live. Andrea contemplates the ways we cope with loneliness and the deeply rooted societal fears of disconnection and of death. Facing fear, confusion, and loss head on, Andrea reminds us that healing is a return to the self, a return to community. Andrea’s openness about their diagnosis and emotional journey, brings depth and emotion to the conversation. Through poem and spirituality, Andrea draws us to see the b...2023-09-0659 min
Download Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalThe Lightstruck by Sunya MaraPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/631131 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Lightstruck Series: #2 of The Darkening Duology Author: Sunya Mara Narrator: Monica Sagar Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 13 hours 3 minutes Release date: August 29, 2023 Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal Publisher's Summary: In this epic sequel and conclusion to the Darkening duology, which has been called “enchanting and wildly clever” (Ayana Gray, New York Times bestselling author of Beasts of Prey), Vesper Vale, once savior to a city plagued by cursed storms, finds herself facing an even more sinister threat when an ominous light summoned by the Great King seizes control of the c...2023-08-2905 min
Download Best Full-Length Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalThe Lightstruck by Sunya MaraPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/631131to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Lightstruck
Series: #2 of The Darkening Duology
Author: Sunya Mara
Narrator: Monica Sagar
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 13 hours 3 minutes
Release date: August 29, 2023
Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal
Publisher's Summary:
In this epic sequel and conclusion to the Darkening duology, which has been called “enchanting and wildly clever” (Ayana Gray, New York Times bestselling author of Beasts of Prey), Vesper Vale, once savior to a city plagued by cursed storms, finds herself facing an even more sinister threat when an ominous light summoned by the Great King seizes control of the city...2023-08-291h 03
Ebook PDF Download[EPUB] free Download Beasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) by Ayana Gray[PDF] Free DOWNLOAD Beasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) by Ayana GrayDownload at https://kesusuberi.blogspot.com/59830488[PDF] Download Beasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) Ebook | READ ONLINEDownload Beasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) by Ayana Gray read ebook online PDF EPUB KINDLE Download Beasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) PDF - KINDLE - EPUB - MOBI#ebook #pdf #mobi #kindle #audiobook #epub #free #downloadBeasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) pdf downloadBeasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) read onlineBeasts of Ruin (Beasts of Prey, #2) epubBeasts...2023-08-0800 minYA Book ChatBeasts of PreyToday my friend Morgan and I are chatting about Beasts of Prey by Ayana Gray. Take a listen as Morgan and I rehash this fantastic YA fantasy filled with magic, secrets and lies, enemies to lovers, a dangerous forest filled with mythical creatures, the poor tragic life of one of our main characters, the celebration of Black excellence, and more! First 15 minutes are spoiler free!A little about Beasts of Prey:There’s no such thing as magic in the broken city of Lkossa, especially for sixteen-year-old Koffi, who indentured to th...2023-08-071h 28
Left of LansingFriday Left of Lansing Short: GOP Wants TikTok Ban To Hurt Gen ZThis week's "Short" deals with the Republican effort to ban TikTok in the United States. Ostensibly, they argue it's to protect our privacy since TikTok is a Chinese company.
But the main reason Republicans are fighting for a ban is to take-away a major communication tool from Generation Z voters, who are by far the most progressive voting bloc in the country.
Generation Z played a key role in helping get Democrats victories across the country in the last few election cycles. And that's particularly true here in Michigan, as Gen Z voters showed up in gr...2023-08-0405 min
Locked On HBCU - Daily Podcast On HBCU Football & BasketballSundiata Anderson & Karon Prunty Make Shrine Bowl Watchlist| Ayanna Emmanuel: SWAC Woman of the YearDavius Richard, Khalil Baker, Karon Prunty, and Sundiata Anderson lead HBCU players on the Shrine Bowl watchlist. Alabama State’s Ayana Emmanuel wins SWAC Woman of the year.Talladega College will have to wait another year to go to the D2.Davius Richard, Khalil Baker, Karon Prunty, and Sundiata Anderson lead HBCU players on the Shrine Bowl watchlist. This list showcases who the scouts have eyes on and also who you should take a look at in the upcoming season.Alabama State’s Ayana Emmanuel wins SWAC Woman of the year. This comes from a comb...2023-07-2124 min
But Like That’s On My MindWanting To Do BetterSend us a textIn this weeks episode Ashantee talks about how as humans we constantly hold ourselves back even though all we want to do is improve.IG: @butlikethatsonmymind @ashantee0419Happy Juneteenth my black brothers and sisters!!! Here are some books, films, and businesses owned by black people. Enjoy! BOOKSLegendborn by Tracy DeonnBloodmarked by Tracy DeonnBeasts Of Prey by Ayana GrayBeasts Of Ruin by Ayana GrayDaugh...2023-06-2024 min
For The WildKIMBERLY ANN JOHNSON on Pleasure as Pathway /331Feeling into the state of our nervous systems and our relationships with each other and ourselves, this episode offers a powerful perspective on the importance of recognizing and tending to how life feels. Together, Ayana and this week’s guest Kimberly Ann Johnson discuss the depths of pleasure and the dimensions of healing. Kimberly brings deep knowledge regarding reproductive and sexual health, especially paying attention to the often untended somatic nature of sexual boundary repair and the complicated nature of what we bring into sexual relationships. This conversation is steeped in trust and intimacy. Kim...2023-04-261h 01
Currently ReadingSeason 5, Episode 37: Following the Schedule + Reader Retreat ReconnaissanceOn this week’s episode of Currently Reading, Meredith and Kaytee are discussing: Bookish Moments: book therapy and reading as cardio Current Reads: all the great, interesting, and/or terrible stuff we’ve been reading lately Deep Dive: planning a reading retreat with all the details The Fountain: we visit our perfect fountain to make wishes about our reading lives As per usual, time-stamped show notes are below with references to every book and resource we mentioned in this episode. If you’d like to listen first and not spoil...2023-04-241h 08
Escape Reality, Immerse in Imagination With Full Audiobook WonderBlood Debts Audiobook by Terry J. Benton-WalkerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 584492
Title: Blood Debts
Author: Terry J. Benton-Walker
Narrator: Bahni Turpin, Joniece Abbott-Pratt, Torian Brackett, Zeno Robinson
Format: Unabridged
Length: 14:30:29
Language: English
Release date: 04-04-23
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Genres: Teen, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Tough Topics, LGBTQ+
Summary:
This program features multicast narration.
GODS MEDDLE AND MAGIC WILL BETRAY YOU, BUT THIS TIME JUSTICE WILL REIGN.
Terry J. Benton-Walker's contemporary fantasy debut, Blood Debts, is 'an extravaganza from start to finish' (Chloe Gong) with powerful magical families, intergenerational curses, and deadly drama in New Orleans.
Most Anticipated from Buzzfeed, BookPage...2023-04-042h 30
Explore New Worlds, Free Audiobook Are the Golden PearlsDavenports Audiobook by Krystal MarquisListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 589917
Title: Davenports
Author: Krystal Marquis
Narrator: Joniece Abbott-Pratt
Format: Unabridged
Length: 12:01:33
Language: English
Release date: 01-31-23
Publisher: Listening Library (Audio)
Genres: Fiction, Teen, Romance
Summary:
*Instant New York Times Bestseller*
The Davenports delivers a totally escapist, swoon-worthy romance while offering a glimpse into a period of African American history often overlooked.
'The perfect read for fans of escapist historical fiction.” —NBC’s TODAY
The Davenports are one of the few Black families of immense wealth and status in a changing United States, their fortune made through the entrepr...2023-01-3112h 01
The Book CaseAyana Gray Creates New WorldsAyana Gray doesn't just write books, she creates worlds. At 29 years old, she is already one of the best selling YA authors on the market (yes, it's ok to be jealous). Her series, which became Beasts of Prey and the more recently released Beasts of Ruin, presents a lush Pan-African fantasy world that will suck you in and won't let go. As page turners with mature themes, these books are the perfect way for The Book Case to start talking about fantasy.Books Mentioned in the podcast:
Beasts of Ruin by Ayana Gray
Beasts of Prey by Ayana...2023-01-2639 min
Explore New Worlds, Free Audiobook Are the Golden PearlsSpice Road Audiobook by Maiya IbrahimListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 603709
Title: Spice Road
Author: Maiya Ibrahim
Narrator: Krupa Pattani
Format: Unabridged
Length: 14:13:21
Language: English
Release date: 01-24-23
Publisher: Listening Library (Audio)
Genres: Teen, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Historical
Summary:
★ THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ★ Raised to protect her nation from the monsters lurking in the sands, sixteen-year-old Imani must fight to find her brother, whose betrayal is now the country's greatest threat. Get swept away by this romantic fantasy!
In the hidden desert city of Qalia, there is secret spice magic that awakens the affinities of those who drink the misra...2023-01-242h 13
Get Latest Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, HistoricalSpice Road by Maiya IbrahimPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/603709 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Spice Road Series: #1 of Spice Road Author: Maiya Ibrahim Narrator: Krupa Pattani Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 13 minutes Release date: January 24, 2023 Genres: Historical Publisher's Summary: ★ THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ★ Raised to protect her nation from the monsters lurking in the sands, sixteen-year-old Imani must fight to find her brother, whose betrayal is now the country's greatest threat. Get swept away by this romantic fantasy! In the hidden desert city of Qalia, there is secret spice magic that awakens the affinities of those who drink the misra tea. Sixteen-year-old Imani ha...2023-01-2410 min
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalSpice Road by Maiya IbrahimPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/603709 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Spice Road Series: #1 of Spice Road Author: Maiya Ibrahim Narrator: Krupa Pattani Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 13 minutes Release date: January 24, 2023 Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal Publisher's Summary: ★ THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ★ Raised to protect her nation from the monsters lurking in the sands, sixteen-year-old Imani must fight to find her brother, whose betrayal is now the country's greatest threat. Get swept away by this romantic fantasy! In the hidden desert city of Qalia, there is secret spice magic that awakens the affinities of those who drink the misra tea. Si...2023-01-2410 min
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalSpice Road by Maiya IbrahimPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/603709to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Spice Road
Series: #1 of Spice Road
Author: Maiya Ibrahim
Narrator: Krupa Pattani
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 14 hours 13 minutes
Release date: January 24, 2023
Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal
Publisher's Summary:
★ THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ★ Raised to protect her nation from the monsters lurking in the sands, sixteen-year-old Imani must fight to find her brother, whose betrayal is now the country's greatest threat. Get swept away by this romantic fantasy! In the hidden desert city of Qalia, there is secret spice magic that awakens the affinities of those who drink the misra tea. Sixteen...2023-01-242h 13
The Read With Angie PodcastEpisode 1 - 2022 Reading Wrap Up!A 2022 reading wrap up featuring my sister Laura @plantladyreader. We talk about a lot of books in this episode that we read and enjoyed in 2022. There is one F-Bomb in this episode, sorry! Most of the books mentioned in this episode are listed below, but you can find the full list of my favourites on the blog. www.readwithangie.com
Books mentioned:
The Book of Cold Cases by Simone St. James
Kingdom of the Wicked series by Kerri Maniscalo
India Holton Series by Evie Dunmore
Mist in the Mirror by...2023-01-0443 min
Writing Black with Maiysha KaiTake A Dive Into An All Black Fantasy World With Ayana GrayMaiysha sits down with New York Times bestselling Young Adult author Ayana Gray about her two fantasy novels Beasts of Prey and Beasts of Ruin. Two books that center around an all Black fantasy world. Ayana speaks about how it is being a young Black author in a genre that doesn't see a lot of Black women writers, making sure Black people are represented in her novels, her time in Ghana, her books being picked up by Netflix and more.
2022-10-1635 min
Page One PodcastEp. 18: Ayana Gray: Beasts of RuinHolly Lynn Payne is an award-winning novelist and writing coach, and the former CEO and founder of Booxby, a startup built to help authors succeed. She is the author of four historical fiction novels, and her debut novel, The Virgin's Knot,was a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers book. Her books have been published in eleven countries and translated into nine languages. She recently finished her first YA crossover novel inspired by her nephew with Down syndrome and her love of Shel Silverstein's poetry. She lives in Marin County with her daughter and enjoys mountain biking, surfing and...2022-09-2050 min
ImpostersConquer Imposter Syndrome with Author Ayana Gray | The (Definitive) Mental Health ToolkitAuthor Ayana Gray’s debut novel, Beasts of Prey, became an instant New York Times bestseller when it was published in September 2021. With her second book of the popular fantasy series out now, Beasts of Ruin, author Ayana Gray tells Alex about how she copes with feeling imposter syndrome and an overwhelming fear of failure.Full transcripts for all Imposters episodes available at https://imposters.morningbrew.com2022-09-2022 min
The Artist PivotEp 412-Davon Williams: MESS AROUND AND FIND OUTOn this episode I am joined by Actor, Producer, Teaching Artist, Writer, and Strategist Davon Williams. Two-Time Anthem Award winner, Davon Williams is an International performer, the Director of Communications for Black Theatre Coalition, and a TED Talk alum. He is committed to using his talents to bring about substantive social change within his industry. As a performing artist, he has appeared in several national/international commercials, worked on TV/film projects as a member of SAG-AFTRA, and is an award-winning stage actor who has been featured throughout America and Asia. He has served as a ghostwriter for several...2022-08-3141 min
More Than Words PodcastOwning Our Stories: Fantasy+Fiction+Black ExperiencesJoin us as we continue pushing forward DEI conversations no matter how difficult they are to have. This podcast is about growth, inclusion, and appreciating the humans around you. Engagement and discussion are critical to self-growth, and we won't shy away from the tough stuff.
Ayana Gray is the New York Times-bestselling author of the Beasts of Prey trilogy, and a lover of all things monsters, mythos, and magic. Originally from Atlanta, she has called many places home but now lives in Little Rock, Arkansas. Her works have been translated in ten languages across five continents and...2022-08-251h 12
Joy Keys chats with Author Ayana Gray about Beasts of RuinIn this much anticipated follow up to New York Times bestselling Beasts of Prey, Koffi’s powers grow stronger and Ekon’s secrets turn darker as they face the god of death.
Koffi has saved her city and the boy she loves, but at a terrible price. Now a servant to the cunning god of death, she must use her newfound power to further his continental conquest, or risk the safety of her home and loved ones. As she reluctantly learns to survive amidst unexpected friends and foes, she will also have to choose between the life—and love—she once had...2022-08-2043 min
A Bookshelf BingeEp. 47 - Fighting Imposter Syndrome ft. Ayana GrayHave you read Beasts of Prey and are extremely excited for Beasts of Ruin? Well you should be excited then because I got to sit down with Ayana Gray and discuss the rich history and mythology that inspired this story, how it felt to get a Netflix deal before even publishing the Beasts of Prey, and how we are all fighting imposture syndrome at all times. Ayana is an incredible human and I cannot recommend her series enough!
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Cate’s CornerTalking All Things BOP with Author Ayana GrayIf you know Cate, you know she loves to read, and for this episode she has the pleasure of sitting down with YA Fantasy author Ayana Gray to talk about her trilogy Beasts of Prey, of which she has just released the second installment Beasts of Ruin.
Cate and Ayana talk about the worldbuilding in her novels, character development, and how this upward spike in her career has changed her life. For lovers of Roshani Chokshi, Leigh Bardugo, and Sabaa Tahir, tune in to this episode and then check out Ayana's novels.
For more from...2022-08-0330 min
Open Your Mind, Open a Free AudiobookBeasts of Ruin Audiobook by Ayana GrayListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 604199
Title: Beasts of Ruin
Author: Ayana Gray
Narrator: Benjamin Charles, Keylor Leigh, Yinka Ladeinde
Format: Unabridged
Length: 14:49:53
Language: English
Release date: 07-28-22
Publisher: PGRH UK
Genres: Teen, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Action & Adventure, Fairy Tales & Folklore
Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin.
The powerful and magical sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller BEASTS OF PREY, perfect for fans of AN EMBER IN THE ASHES, SHADOW AND BONE and THE GILDED ONES.
Koffi, gifted with powerful magic, has saved the boy she loves - at a terrible price...2022-07-282h 49
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalBeasts of Ruin by Ayana GrayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/604199to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Beasts of Ruin
Author: Ayana Gray
Narrator: Yinka Ladeinde, Benjamin Charles, Keylor Leigh
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 14 hours 49 minutes
Release date: July 28, 2022
Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. The powerful and magical sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller BEASTS OF PREY, perfect for fans of AN EMBER IN THE ASHES, SHADOW AND BONE and THE GILDED ONES. Koffi, gifted with powerful magic, has saved the boy she loves - at a terrible price. Now Koffi is a servant to the god of...2022-07-282h 49
Download Best Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalBeasts of Ruin by Ayana GrayPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/604199 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Beasts of Ruin Author: Ayana Gray Narrator: Yinka Ladeinde, Benjamin Charles, Keylor Leigh Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 49 minutes Release date: July 28, 2022 Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal Publisher's Summary: Brought to you by Penguin. The powerful and magical sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller BEASTS OF PREY, perfect for fans of AN EMBER IN THE ASHES, SHADOW AND BONE and THE GILDED ONES. Koffi, gifted with powerful magic, has saved the boy she loves - at a terrible price. Now Koffi is a servant to the god...2022-07-2805 minDiscover the Best Audio Stories in Teen & YA, Action & AdventureBeasts of Ruin by Ayana GrayPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/604199to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Beasts of Ruin
Author: Ayana Gray
Narrator: Yinka Ladeinde, Benjamin Charles, Keylor Leigh
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 14 hours 49 minutes
Release date: July 28, 2022
Genres: Action & Adventure
Publisher's Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin. The powerful and magical sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller BEASTS OF PREY, perfect for fans of AN EMBER IN THE ASHES, SHADOW AND BONE and THE GILDED ONES. Koffi, gifted with powerful magic, has saved the boy she loves - at a terrible price. Now Koffi is a servant to the god of death...2022-07-282h 49
Head On FireHow do you write a best-seller? with Ayana GrayWriting is a special kind of solitary torture. The only thing about it anyone ever sees is the end result, the finished, published work resting on shelves. In today's booktok culture, books are consumed at lightning speed and reviewers rush to deliver the most controversial hot take they can think of for engagement. Years of a person's life are spent writing the stories that become our blockbuster movies or our summer beach reads. Years spent alone in a room somewhere with a pen and paper or a keyboard tapping out scenes and dialogue only to scrap it all later...2022-07-2658 min
Second LifeAyana Gray: New York Times Best-Selling Author of Beasts of PreyAyana Gray’s debut fantasy novel, Beasts of Prey, captured the attention of young-adult readers around the world when it was published last year. It’s since been translated into 10 languages, and it’s even being adapted for a feature film with Netflix. The story follows two Black teenagers as they venture into a magical jungle to hunt down a vicious monster. It’s the first in a trilogy, and her second book, Beasts of Ruin, is out this week. Before becoming a professional writer, Gray worked in higher education, fundraising for the University of Florida and the University of Arkan...2022-07-2555 min
The Literary Life with Mitchell KaplanBlitz Bazawule on Why Crop Rotation Is The Perfect Metaphor For the Creative MindThis week, The Literary Life with Mitchell Kaplan revisits a Books & Books virtual event with multidisciplinary artist Blitz Bazawule in conversation with Beasts of Prey author Ayana Gray. Bazawule’s debut novel, The Scent of Burnt Flowers, set in the mid-1960s, tells the story of a Black couple, Melvin and Bernadette, who have fled the United States for Ghana after Melvin kills a racist assailant in self-defense. “The literary world has given me so much in terms of freedom and the ability to zig-zag though the world of time and space, in a way I probably could never do in anot...2022-07-2251 min
The Bookish LifeGettin' Bookish w/ JenWhile Phil's on vacation, Sara and Jen talk about books, new releases, and the Delia Owens controversy gripping some bookish folks. Today we discussed: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus, Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin, Brood by Jackie Polzin, and Beasts of Ruin by Ayana Gray.
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Power & CommunityS5 Summer Reading List: EP 3 "Beasts of Prey" with Ayana GrayAyana Gray's first book "Beasts of Prey" and the sequel are both magical tales that will transport you to another world filled with ideas, culture and beings that are sure to satisfy your fantasy cravings! Ayana created this world to fill a need. She saw a space for more Black people to see themselves in Fantasy.FIND HER INSTAGRAM HERE: https://www.instagram.com/ayanagray_/ FIND HER WEBSITE: 2022-07-2033 min
LionesseCentering Pleasure, Play and Joy in Business and Life with Julie Browny of The Lost Shelf BookstoreThis week I got to sit down with Julie Browny, the founder of the Lost Shelf Bookstore. Julie features the work of Black, indigenous and queer authors; sells equitably sourced coffee and runs her business with heart, joy and wisdom.She sees bookstores and books as the safe space many of us need and the antidote to hustle culture—which is why I had to share her story with you!The Lost Shelf is the antithesis of the Amazon culture of instant gratification and a beautiful template for what a business built on community and jo...2022-07-0553 min
All the Books!New Releases and More for June 28, 2022This week, Liberty and Patricia discuss The Measure, Our Crooked Hearts, Beasts of Prey, and more great books.Follow All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a beat book. And sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news.This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.BOOKS DISCUSSED ON THE SHOW:The Measure by Nikki Erlick Our Crooked Hearts by Melissa AlbertValentina Salazar is Not a Monster...2022-06-2851 min
Write Or Die PodcastS4 E23: Write or Die & The Final Episode (part 1)Kat & Claribel say goodbye to Write or Die by listening to snippets from past episodes and discussing the advice they’ve received along the way from amazing past guests including Daniel Jose Older, Leigh Bardugo, Holly Black, Ayana Gray, Mark Oshiro, and More! Topics discussed include:
Messy first draft.
How to get into drafting mode.
Being wary of generalized advice.
Finding community.
Being a BIPOC author.
Parasocial relationships in publishing.
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• Check out all of Claribel’s books
• ORDER Witchlings
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Write Or Die PodcastS4 E23: Write or Die & The Final Episode (part 1)Kat & Claribel say goodbye to Write or Die by listening to snippets from past episodes and discussing the advice they’ve received along the way from amazing past guests including Daniel Jose Older, Leigh Bardugo, Holly Black, Ayana Gray, Mark Oshiro, and More! Topics discussed include:
Messy first draft.
How to get into drafting mode.
Being wary of generalized advice.
Finding community.
Being a BIPOC author.
Parasocial relationships in publishing.
• FOLLOW CLARIBEL: Twitter | Instagram | Youtube | TikTok
• www.claribelortega.com
• Check out all of Claribel’s books
• ORDER Witchlings
Buy Cl...2022-06-131h 13
KPL PodcastKPL Podcast June 2022 week 2 with Special Guest Eliot SchreferThe KPL podcast jumps into the world of animal sexuality. Our guest this week is Eliot Schrefer and he discussed his latest novel, Queer Ducks (and other animals): the natural world of animal sexuality. Don't forget to keep listening for the 2022 Podcast Summer Reading Challenge. Recommendations:1. Just Harriet by Elana K. Arnold2. Beasts of Prey by Ayana Gray3. The Man Who Invented Motion Pictures: A True Tale of Obsession, Murder, and the Movies by Paul Fischer4. The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd5. The Last Map Maker by Christina Soontornvat 2022-06-1033 min
Cyn's WorkshopBeasts of Prey ReviewToday we're discussing Beasts of Prey, an amazing fantasy inspired by various African folklore that moves effortlessly and captivates the reader.
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balanced messMeeting with an Author, A Discussion with Ayana GrayBrandi and Sel talk with Ayana Gray, a New York Times bestseller and Indie bestselling author in speculative fiction. She tells us about her journey with writing and the trip abroad that gave her the inspiration to write "Beasts of Prey", her book that is being adapted into a Netflix film.2021-12-0926 min
Joy Keys chats with Author Ayana Gray about Beasts of PreyAyana Gray is a New York Times and Indie bestselling author of speculative fiction and a lover of all things monsters, mythos, and #MelaninMagic. Originally from Atlanta, she now lives in Little Rock, Arkansas where she reads avidly, follows Formula One racing, and worries over the varying moods of her adopted baby black rhino, Apollo, and her mini goldendoodle, Dolly. Her debut novel, BEASTS OF PREY, is being adapted for film by Netflix.
Penguin Young Readers is excited to present the most anticipated young adult novel of the year from breakout debut author Ayana Gray. BEASTS OF PREY (G.P. Putnam’...2021-11-2037 min
Vulgar GeniusesAyana GrayAyana Gray’s debut novel 𝑩𝒆𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒚 is a splendid and masterfully written story that has sealed its place in our fantasy canon. This pan-African tale takes us to the mythical city of Lkossa, where we meet Koffi, a young indentured woman who is on the brink of learning of the magical gift she possesses.
We talk with Ayana about the birth of an idea that became a New York Times best-selling novel. And we speak about the search for identity in fiction as African Americans must reckon with the erasure of history and mythology due to slavery.2021-11-121h 02
Pulaski Academy - Innovation in EducationAyana Gray: 2011 Pulaski Academy Graduate and New York Times Best Selling AuthorWe sit down with 2011 Pulaski Academy Graduate and New York Times Best Selling Author Ayana Gray to chat more about her new book Beasts of Prey and her time at Pulaski Academy and the University of Arkansas.2021-11-1031 min
First Draft with Sarah EnniAnother Spin at the Wheel With Garth Nix First Draft Episode #329: Garth Nix Garth Nix, New York Times bestselling author of Sabriel, returns to the Old Kingdom series with his latest YA fantasy, Terciel & Elinor. Links to Topics Mentioned In This Episode: The Ragwitch by Garth Nix, his first book Jill Grinberg, President and founder of Jill Grinberg Literary Management, Garth’s agent Newt’s Emerald, Garth’s regency romance with a fantasy twist Shade’s Children, Garth’s dystopian series The Hero and the Crown and The Blue Sword by Robin McKinley The Tombs...2021-10-281h 09
2 Cents Critic#29 - Steelstriker by Marie LuTune in for Arthur’s thoughts on Steelstriker, the second and final entry in the Skyhunter Duology by Marie Lu (Legend, Warcross). Like the first book, this sequel brings out the dystopian YA tropes: “special rebel youngsters lead an insurrection against a dictatorial government,” “post-apocalyptic world built on the ashes of a technologically advanced civilization,” and “psychic bond romance.” Is Arthur up for all of them? In this specific package, yes, yes he is.
TW: torture, murder, colonialism, cultural appropriation, PTSD, discussion of child abuse and parental death
Spoilers start at 12:40...2021-10-201h 38
The Happy Writer with Marissa MeyerNail Your Descriptions and Emotional Action Scenes with Ayana Gray - Beasts of PreyMarissa chats with Ayana Gray about her debut young adult fantasy - BEASTS OF PREY - as well as using online resources to learn from other writers about the publishing journey, and as a way to know that you're not alone; choosing your descriptive words carefully in order to evoke a particular feeling, whether you're describing a minor character or a great mythical beast inspired by real-world lore; striking that balance between fast-paced action and deep emotional moments, even when they both need to happen in a single scene (hint: sometimes your story - and characters - just need...2021-10-1850 min
Truth's TableWe Gon’ Learn Today: Fugitive Pedagogy with Jarvis R. GivensIn this episode, Ekemini and Christina are sitting at the table with Jarvis R. Givens to learn about his book, Fugitive Pedagogy:Carter G. Woodson and the Art of Black Teaching. What is fugitive pedagogy? Why does it matter? How is it still in operation today? Dr. Givens takes us to school, y’all! So pull up a chair and have a seat at the table with us.
Jarvis R. Givens, a native of Compton, California, is an assistant professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, a faculty affiliate in the department of African & African American Studies, and the Su...2021-10-1655 min
The Root Presents: It's Lit!51. Why Fantasy is the Next Frontier, With Ayana GrayThis week we have Beasts of Prey author Ayana Gray on the show. Ayana's debut novel has already generated a ton of buzz, including from the esteemed O Magazine, Kirkus Reviews, and Netflix—which is already working on the film adaptation. Listen to hear Ayana talk about what inspired the sweeping Pan-African-inspired fantasy, how she feels the YA genre has evolved over the past 15 years, and how she finds the discipline to finish these epic novels. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2021-10-0738 min
A Galaxy Not So Far AwayMysterious Mini 56: A Truly Eventful WeekIt's October, and we are literally drowning in so many events. In fact, MORE events got scheduled for this week after I had already recorded this episode, so check out the description for full details! Events this week: Tuesday, October 5th: Zack Smedley, in conversation with Bill Konigsberg Wednesday, October 6th: Lisa Unger, in conversation with Caroline Kepnes Wednesday, October 6th: Margaret Rogerson, in conversation with Ayana Gray and Chloe Gong Wednesday, October 6th: Marlene Perez and Molly E. Lee Thursday, October 7th: Maggie Tokuda-Hall and Li...2021-10-0519 min
First Draft with Sarah EnniWhat You Don't Know With Ayana Gray First Draft Episode #325: Ayana Gray Ayana Gray, debut author of Beasts of Prey, which is being adapted into a Netflix film. Today's episode of First Draft is brought to you by Tonight We Rule the World by Zack Smedley, out from Page Street Publishing on October 5th. And by Revision Season, a seven-week virtual master class in novel revision led by award-winning author Elana K. Arnold. The Fall 2021 Session of Revision Season will run Oct 10 – Nov 28, and enrollment is now open! Links to Topics Mentioned In This Episode: As Told By Gi...2021-09-301h 08
Cinelinx | Movies. Games. Geek Culture.Everything Is Canon: Beasts Of PreyOn this episode of Everything is Canon, Steve talks to author Ayana Gray all about her debut novel, Beasts of Prey which is described as, “In this much-anticipated series opener, fate binds two Black teenagers together as they strike a dangerous alliance to hunt down the ancient creature menacing their home—and discover much more than they […]
Source2021-09-2954 minCinelinx | Movies. Games. Geek Culture.Everything Is Canon: Beasts Of PreyOn this episode of Everything is Canon, Steve talks to author Ayana Gray all about her debut novel, Beasts of Prey which is described as, “In this much-anticipated series opener, fate binds two Black teenagers together as they strike a dangerous alliance to hunt down the ancient creature menacing their home—and discover much more than they […]
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Lit Service5.18 How to Build a Scene with Ayana GrayAyana Gray joins the Lit Service Crew to chat about the nuts and bolts of building a scene, ways to ground your reader, how to balance different types of interaction on the page and how to know if your scene is interesting.
Ayana is the author of (highly anticipated!) YA fantasy Beasts of Prey, and is a lover of all things monsters, mythos, and #MelaninMagic. To learn more about her and her book, check out her website.
To learn how to support Lit Service (and get early access to episodes and some bonus content), check...2021-09-2927 min
Open Your Mind, Open a Free AudiobookBeasts of Prey Audiobook by Ayana GrayListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 528578
Title: Beasts of Prey
Author: Ayana Gray
Narrator: Keylor Leigh, Ronald Peet, Tovah Ott
Format: Unabridged
Length: 15:42:06
Language: English
Release date: 09-28-21
Publisher: Penguin Books LTD
Genres: Teen, Fairy Tales & Folklore
Summary:
Brought to you by Penguin.
A brand-new fantasy adventure for fans of AN EMBER IN THE ASHES, SHADOW AND BONE and THE GILDED ONES.
Magic doesn't exist in the broken city of Lkossa anymore, especially for girls like sixteen-year-old Koffi. Indentured to the notorious Night Zoo, she cares for its fearsome and mythical creatures to...2021-09-293h 42
Write Or Die PodcastS4 E4: Ayana Gray & Claribel Ortega Saw My Tweet!Claribel & Kat discuss burnout and some of the coping mechanisms they’ve found helpful to get them through. Then they interview debut author, Ayana Gray about the path it took to find the courage to write, how her path “crossed” Claribel & Kat’s along the way, and her highly anticipated debut novel, BEASTS OF PREY.
CW: Discussions of death of a loved one and grief at 21:45 time point. Fast forward past that to 25:03 if this is triggering.
Ayana BIO: Ayana Gray is an author of speculative works and lover of all things monsters, mythos, and #MelaninM...2021-09-271h 33
Black Entrepreneur ExperienceBEE 286 Ayana Gray, Author and Lover of All Things, Monsters, Mythos, & Melanin MagicAyana was inspired to write this story after a trip to Ghana to explore her roots as an African-American woman, and she was mesmerized by the people, architecture, and culture there; combined with her love of fantasy novels and with a goal of adding more Black characters and stories to the genre, her debut BEASTS OF PREY was born. BEASTS OF PREY is a Pan-African inspired fantasy that follows two teenagers who strike a dangerous deal to enter a magical jungle to hunt the mysterious creature that has been menacing their city for 100 years. Everyone knows that any good YA s...2021-09-2242 minYA Book ChatBONUS EPISODE: Fall/Winter 2021 New YA Book ReleasesToday I am chatting about new YA releases coming out September - December. I'll share with you which books are highly anticipated, which are sequels, and which ones I am most looking forward to. Join me!All the books in today's episode are listed below. Check them out!The Last Legacy-Adrienne YoungDark Rise -C.S. PacatOnce Upon a Broken Heart-Stephanie GarberBeasts of Prey-Ayana GraySteelstriker-Marie Lu White Smoke-Tiffany D. JacksonSome Faraway Place-Lauren ShippenKingdom of the Cursed-Kerri Maniscalco Bad Girls Never...2021-09-1527 min
Engineered UnicornsAcademic DragonsBookdragons agree: Fantasy is literature, enjoyable to read and you can explore human issues with it.If you want to dip your toe or reading glasses in the genre of Fantasy, then our local Bookdragon SandyJ has just the recommendation for you this month. “The Memoirs of Lady Trent” series by Marie Brennan explores not only far off lands with dragons but also the role of women in science and society. So this book is interesting in more then one aspect, plus it also is good for this whole academia aesthetic. And did we mention there are Drag...2021-09-0628 min
From the Front PorchEpisode 336 || September New Release RundownIn this week’s episode, Annie talks with Olivia and Lucy about the new releases you don’t want to miss this month
The books mentioned in this week’s episode can be purchased from The Bookshelf:
Matrix by Lauren Groff
Fault Lines by Emily Itami
Beautiful World, Where Are You? by Sally Rooney
A Play for the End of the World by Jai Chakrabarti
Beautiful Country by Qian Julie Wang
Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead
Black Girls Must Die Exhausted by Jayne Allen2021-09-0251 min
Basic PitchesAnnouncements and ApologiesAnna explains how there's no episode this week, and she encourages you all to hydrate and support good books.
THE LAST FINESTRA by Emily Thiede (https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/53241038-the-last-finestra)
BEASTS OF PREY by Ayana Gray (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/673322/beasts-of-prey-by-ayana-gray/)
WE ARE THE FIRE by Sam Taylor (https://www.samtaylorwrites.com/preorder-we-are-the-fire)2021-03-1501 min