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The Write Way of Life"What is Character?" featuring Kamilah Cole - Episode 9 - Season One - The Write Way of LifeIn this week’s episode, Karis chats with Kamilah Cole, Lodestar (Hugo) Award finalist and author YA Fantasy So Let Them Burn. They discussed how to write engaging characters from a technical standpoint, but also dove into ways to incorporate character archetypes without falling into stereotype.Find Kamilah Cole online.Check out Kamilah's books.Follow the podcast on Instagram or on our website.Follow Karis on Instagram.Follow Adi on Instagram.
2025-06-021h 08
On The Shelf with Honora QuinnVenture Into A World of Terrifying Shadow Monsters and Swoony Romance - Where Shadows Bloom with Catherine BakewellThis week on OTS meet Catherine Bakewell and her latest YA novel WHERE SHADOWS BLOOM, a magical adventure and swoony love story all rolled up into one. Catherine and I talk about pottery, character creation, and our mutual love of Kamilah Cole! Follow CatherineFollow OTSMap of Indie BookstoresGet WHERE SHADOWS BLOOMMainstreet BooksLeft Bank BooksNovel Neighbor Books
2025-03-1629 min
The Readirect PodcastBook Talk: This Episode is CursedWarning: This Episode is Cursed! Just kidding, but seriously, we tried recording this episode like three separate times and it felt like the forces of nature were conspiring against us! Even in the middle of this recording, we both got phone calls randomly, which we left part of the audio in for so you can see how truly chaotic this episode was. Anyway, we've read a lot lately! If you want the name of the fanfiction I (Emily) bleeped out, feel free to DM us but I can't just put my business out on the i...
2025-02-2554 min
Of the Publishing PersuasionOf the Publishing Persuasion - Interview with Bestselling Author Kamilah ColeQ: How can you not fangirl over our latest guest? A. You can't. She's wise, she's funny, she's hot, of course she's none other than THE Kamilah Cole!!! @wordsiren 🤩👑✨️We can't wait for you all to tune into this amazing new episode! But first, here's more about Kamilah:Kamilah Cole is a national bestselling, Dragon Award-nominated author. Jamaican-born and American-raised, she works in publishing by day and by night she writes like she’s running out of time. In the past, she’s also worked as a journalist and at a hotel, two jobs that give yo...
2025-02-121h 10
The Well-Read PodcastSeason 2, Episode 45-Kamilah Cole & Peyton CorinneJoin me as I chat with bestselling YA fantasy author Kamilah Cole and bestselling romance author Peyton Corinne. Tune in to hear Kamilah and I chat about her love letter to the island that formed her and the importance of connection to one's ancestors, and to hear Peyton and I chat about perfect boyfriend coded characters and accepting one another for exactly who we are.
2025-02-101h 21The Well-Read PodcastSeason 2, Episode 45-Kamilah Cole & Peyton CorinneJoin me as I chat with bestselling YA fantasy author Kamilah Cole and bestselling romance author Peyton Corinne. Tune in to hear Kamilah and I chat about her love letter to the island that formed her and the importance of connection to one's ancestors, and to hear Peyton and I chat about perfect boyfriend coded characters and accepting one another for exactly who we are.
2025-02-101h 21
Turn Downtime Into Storytime With Full AudiobookThis Ends in Embers Audiobook by Kamilah ColeListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 789166
Title: This Ends in Embers
Author: Kamilah Cole
Narrator: Kamali Minter, Keylor Leigh
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11:00:00
Language: English
Release date: 02-04-25
Publisher: Hachette Book Group USA
Genres: Teen, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Tough Topics, LGBTQ+
Summary:
Perfect for fans of Raybearer and Fourth Wing, this astonishing sequel to the bestselling novel So Let Them Burn doesn't hold back. After all, there are no easy endings in war—especially when sisters are forced to fight on opposite sides.
Faron Vincent was once the saint of San Irie. Now, she’s done...
2025-02-0411h 00
overcast826Get [PDF] Book This Ends in Embers (Divine Traitors #2) by Kamilah Cole📚 Get [PDF] Book 🔥 This Ends in Embers (Divine Traitors #2) 🔥 📚 "Do you ever feel confused about yourself? Or are you looking for ways to increase your competitiveness in life?" With This Ends in Embers (Divine Traitors #2), you'll get the tools and guidelines to: 📍 Understand yourself well. 📍 Find a way to achieve the desired goal. 📍 And understand how to make the knowledge you have competitive in the future. "Not only for those who are successful, but also for all of us who want to live better." 📢 Download Here 📢 https://thepisencurr.blogspot.com/lib/214175090-this-ends-in-embers 📍 Download immediately and jump straight to the point! 📍 The quality of the content is the...
2025-02-0400 min
Escape To The Full Audiobook Everyone Is Talking About — So Soul-Stirring!This Ends in Embers by Kamilah ColePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/68013to listen full audiobooks.
Title: This Ends in Embers
Series: Divine Traitors, Book 2
Author: Kamilah Cole
Narrator: Kamali Minter, Keylor Leigh
Format: mp3
Length: 11 hrs and 26 mins
Release date: 02-04-25
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 11 ratings
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
Faron Vincent was once the saint of San Irie. Now, she’s done the unthinkable: betrayed her country. Alone, disgraced, and kidnapped, Faron is forced to help Iya grow his bloody empire. With her soul bonded to a ruthless killer, Faron has become an enemy to her people… and she fears they might be righ...
2025-02-0411h 26
On The Shelf with Honora QuinnKamilah Cole on Liars, Saints, and Dragons - This Ends In Embers!Kamilah Cole is BACK with us today on OTS! Last year we explored her debut novel SO LET THEM BURN and this time we are tackling the sequel THIS ENDS IN EMBERS! We catch up, discuss sequelitis, and where the writing wind is taking Kamilah next...
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2025-02-0238 min
Books with BetsyEpisode 38 - Ate it Up with Ree @Read_withReeOn this episode, Ree @Read_withree on instagram, discusses her love for thrillers and mysteries. We also talk about a shared favorite author, the joy that book people can bring, and how to make bookstagram a place of enjoyment.
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Books mentioned in this episode:
What Betsy’s reading:
There is a Rio Grande in Heaven by Ruben Reyes, Jr.
Nuclear War: A Scenario by Annie Jacobsen
Books Highlighted by Ree:
Razorblade Tears by S.A. Cosb...
2025-01-2747 min
Therapy for Black GirlsSession 391: New Year, New MindfulnessThe New Year often brings a whirlwind of pressure to reinvent ourselves, leading us to set unrealistic goals. In this final podcast episode of the year, I’m challenging you to consider what it might look like to spend these final days of 2024 reflecting, reframing, and being present rather than rushing ahead. Please welcome meditation teacher Dora Kamau as our guest for this week. She is here to discuss how we might welcome in the new year by practicing mindfulness. With a background in Psychology and Psychiatric nursing, Dora leads workshops, events, and retreats to hold space fo...
2024-12-2556 min
Journey Through The Most Transformative Full Audiobook Today!The Ancient's Game by Loni CrittendenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/753546to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Ancient's Game
Author: Loni Crittenden
Narrator: Angel Pean
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 9 minutes
Release date: October 29, 2024
Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal
Publisher's Summary:
''Brilliantly inventive.'' —Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights ''Gorgeously written and unforgettable.'' —Kamilah Cole, indie bestselling author of So Let Them Burn Alchemy and ancient spirits come to life in this debut fantasy inspired by African diasporic folklore and the 1920s World Fair, wherein sixteen-year-old Kellan DuCuivre, an orphan from a reviled class, must compete for a coveted apprent...
2024-10-299h 09Unlock This Game-Changing Full Audiobook — Perfect Right Now.The Ancient's Game by Loni CrittendenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/753546to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Ancient's Game
Author: Loni Crittenden
Narrator: Angel Pean
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 9 minutes
Release date: October 29, 2024
Genres: Romance
Publisher's Summary:
''Brilliantly inventive.'' —Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights ''Gorgeously written and unforgettable.'' —Kamilah Cole, indie bestselling author of So Let Them Burn Alchemy and ancient spirits come to life in this debut fantasy inspired by African diasporic folklore and the 1920s World Fair, wherein sixteen-year-old Kellan DuCuivre, an orphan from a reviled class, must compete for a coveted apprenticeship among the nat...
2024-10-299h 09
Listen to New Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalThe Ancient's Game by Loni CrittendenPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/753546 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Ancient's Game Author: Loni Crittenden Narrator: Angel Pean Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 9 hours 9 minutes Release date: October 29, 2024 Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal Publisher's Summary: ''Brilliantly inventive.'' —Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights ''Gorgeously written and unforgettable.'' —Kamilah Cole, indie bestselling author of So Let Them Burn Alchemy and ancient spirits come to life in this debut fantasy inspired by African diasporic folklore and the 1920s World Fair, wherein sixteen-year-old Kellan DuCuivre, an orphan from a reviled class, must compete for a coveted...
2024-10-2905 minListen to New Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalThe Ancient's Game by Loni CrittendenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/753546to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Ancient's Game
Author: Loni Crittenden
Narrator: Angel Pean
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 9 minutes
Release date: October 29, 2024
Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal
Publisher's Summary:
''Brilliantly inventive.'' —Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights ''Gorgeously written and unforgettable.'' —Kamilah Cole, indie bestselling author of So Let Them Burn Alchemy and ancient spirits come to life in this debut fantasy inspired by African diasporic folklore and the 1920s World Fair, wherein sixteen-year-old Kellan DuCuivre, an orphan from a reviled class, must compete for a coveted apprent...
2024-10-299h 09Access Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, RomanceThe Ancient's Game by Loni CrittendenPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/753546to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Ancient's Game
Author: Loni Crittenden
Narrator: Angel Pean
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 9 hours 9 minutes
Release date: October 29, 2024
Genres: Romance
Publisher's Summary:
''Brilliantly inventive.'' —Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times bestselling author of These Violent Delights ''Gorgeously written and unforgettable.'' —Kamilah Cole, indie bestselling author of So Let Them Burn Alchemy and ancient spirits come to life in this debut fantasy inspired by African diasporic folklore and the 1920s World Fair, wherein sixteen-year-old Kellan DuCuivre, an orphan from a reviled class, must compete for a coveted apprenticeship among the nat...
2024-10-299h 09
NOVLtea PodcastNOVLtea 20 - A Chat with Alex Hightower, Senior Editor at LBYRIn this episode of NOVLtea, Savannah sits down with Alex Hightower, Senior Editor at Little, Brown Young Readers! They talk about some of the books Alex has worked on, including Kerri Maniscalco's Kingdom of the Wicked series, So Let Them Burn by Kamilah Cole, Nightweaver by R. M. Gray, and Audre & Bash are Just Friends by Tia Williams! Plus you'll get some insight as to what she looks for in a manuscript! This episode of NOVLtea is sponsored by The Girl in Question by Tess Sharpe! This is the absolutely unmissable, thrilling follow-up to the New York T...
2024-10-1038 min
The LitJoy Podcast with Kelly and AlixInterview with Stardust Thief Author Chelsea AbdullahEpisode Summary: In this episode, Kelly and Alix interview The Stardust Thief author Chelsea Abdullah.Special OfferVisit litjoycrate.com/chelsea to get 15% off Chelsea's collection using the code "LOULIE". Only valid within 48 hours of the airing of this episode!Topics Discussed:[1:20] The Ashfire King by Chelsea Abdullah https://amzn.to/47eJcfT[3:41] Becoming an Author and Publishing The Stardust Thief[12:53] The Sandsea Trilogy[14:45] Writing Characters[22:54] Bringing a Character to Life[32:16] Writing the First Draft[35:50] Chelsea's Writing Ritual[38:13] Fictional World to Visit[41:14] Fictional Character to Meet[48:30] Chelsea's...
2024-09-1750 min
Unsolicited Book ReviewsEpisode 47 | You Little Oat Eater
In this episode, Scott becomes a little oat eater as Scott and KP discuss their thoughts on their last, current, and next reads. Make sure you have your Goodreads app open as they play a thrilling game of Buy, Borrow, Boot! Taking inspiration from the classic game "fuck, marry, kill,". Expect laughter, unexpected choices, and perhaps a few friendly jabs along the way. They decide which books to buy, borrow, or boot, so you don’t have to. It's a game of bookish matchmaking like no other! Join Scott and KP for a whirlwind of bookish banter, un...
2024-06-0452 min
Character RevealEpisode 51: We Talk the Talk with Kamilah ColeWe're back with another Character Reveal! This time, we talked to Kamilah Cole, author of So Let them Burn. We talked about inspirations, games, cartoons, the art of the playlist, and of course, stories!You can find her on Twitter and Instagram @WordsirenAdditionally, find her and all her work at https://www.kamilah-cole.com/Check it out!Explicit language on this one.Find the show on iTunes, Google Play Podcasts, Spotify, and Simplecast.fmFind the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6QoHk8iEsVGTpd2qdTlH-g
2024-06-041h 25Unsolicited Book ReviewsEpisode 47 | You Little Oat EaterIn this episode, Scott becomes a little oat eater as Scott and KP discuss their thoughts on their last, current, and next reads. Make sure you have your Goodreads app open as they play a thrilling game of Buy, Borrow, Boot! Taking inspiration from the classic game "fuck, marry, kill,". Expect laughter, unexpected choices, and perhaps a few friendly jabs along the way. They decide which books to buy, borrow, or boot, so you don’t have to. It's a game of bookish matchmaking like no other! Join Scott and KP for a whirlwind of bookish banter, unexpected recommendations, an...
2024-06-041h 02
What Ya Reading?26. Reading LGBTQ+ and Diverse StoriesHappy Pride Month! In today's episode, Jay is sitting down with fellow Bookstagrammer Ann Marie to talk about LGBTQ+ books, representation, and reading diverse stories. Tune in to hear them chat about Ann Marie's favorite books, authors, and her passion for highlighting these stories on her platform. What we talked about: Episode intro 00:00 Guest intro and current reads 1:47 Books that Ann Marie is excited about 20:12 Being a champion for queer stories 25:02 Reading different types of LGBTQ+ stories 29:47 "Reading diversity is a joy, it's not a chore" 34:21 Finding exciting stories to read 36:11 Utilizing our libraries a...
2024-06-031h 16
Books, Cats & SnacksEp 115 - Minisode #51 of Book Shoutouts!Send us a textBook Shoutout #51! Welcome to our show! We hope you add these books to your ever growing TBR!**Book Shoutout minisodes are when we each pick two books that have been on our radar lately**From Cattie: - So Let Them Burn by Kamilah Cole- The Last Gifts of the Universe by Rory AugustFrom Oaky:- Slice by Angie Caedis- Long Weekend by S.M. Thomas...
2024-05-1119 min
Quick PicksEpisode 55: Fantasy and Science FictionThough there are so many sub-genres of fantasy and science fiction, and so many formats to enjoy, Nick joins me to talk about some of our favorite books, movies, and video games.
Discussed:
Song of Ice and Fire, by George RR Martin
Roadside Picnic, by Arkady Strugatsky
Pacific Drive (video game)
Dead Silence, by SA Barnes
Circe, by Madeline Miller
Song of Achilles, by Madeline Miller
God of War (video game)
Legends and Lattes, by Travis Baldree
2024-04-0530 min
Your Bookstore BestiesEp. 65 | Interview with F.T. LukensWe interview author F.T. Lukens on their reading habits, writing, and newest book Otherworldly. Otherworldly publishes April 2.
To get signed copies of F.T.’s books, order them from Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe
https://www.malaprops.com/
All the books we mentioned:
One fish, two fish, red fish, blue fish | Dr. Seuss
The Poke Little Puppy
Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy | Douglas Adams
The Good Vampire's Guide to Blood and Boyfriends | Jamie D’Amato
Practical Rules fo...
2024-03-2238 minUnsolicited Book ReviewsEpisode 35 | That's Where My Bain RentIn this episode, our book-loving co-hosts have entered a whole new level of silliness as they discuss their thoughts on their last, current, and next reads. Make sure you have your Goodreads app open as they play a thrilling game of Buy, Borrow, Boot! Taking inspiration from the classic game "fuck, marry, kill,". Expect laughter, unexpected choices, and perhaps a few friendly jabs along the way. They decide which books to buy, borrow, or boot, so you don’t have to. It's a game of bookish matchmaking like no other! Join Scott and KP for a whirlwind of bookish ba...
2024-03-1253 min
Afronauts PodcastKamilah Cole: Secret Publishing Goals, A Lot of Crying, and PlantainsHey Afronauts! Our guest today is Indie-bestselling author Kamilah Cole. We had such a fun conversation, discussing everything from an alarmingly strict writing routine as a child, to the metadata she researches for her day job and writing, to plantains.
Thee Afronauts Black Writers Social is January 31, 2024. Kamilah Cole is the inaugral guest of honor, and will be do a reading of SO LET THEM BURN. Also, we'll be giving away a signed copy! If you're a Black writer, DM us (@theeafronauts) on social for an invite link. Our discord community is up and...
2024-01-2935 min
On The Shelf with Honora QuinnA Debut Fantasy to Make You Hungry and Your Next New Dragon Obsession - So Let Them Burn with Kamilah ColeDragons are back and in a big big way! Enter SO LET THEM BURN a YA Jamaican Inspired fantasy (with hints of Joan of Arc herself) about two sisters. One with the power of the gods and the other destined to be a footnote in her sister's story. And dragons. We can't forget the dragons. Kamilah Cole's debut novel is out now and I got the absolute pleasure to discuss with her!
Listen to learn about why dragons (and what Kamilah's favorite fantasy creature is (it's not dragons but they are a close second)) how spite is...
2024-01-211h 00
STORYBEASTEpisode #50: Kamilah Cole + Emily Forney: The author-agent duo, heroic escapades, and dragons!Welcome to our first LEGENDARY episode of Season 3! Our Legendaries are special guests who are an expert within their area of storytelling. In this episode, Courtney Shack and Ghabiba Weston have the pleasure of interviewing TWO legendaries: Kamilah Cole and Emily Forney.
Kamilah Cole is a Jamaican-born, American-raised author. By day she works in publishing and by night she frantically types words she hopes to see in a book on shelves one day. In the past, she’s also worked as a journalist and at a hotel, two jobs that give you amazing stories to tell at pa...
2024-01-1856 min
Explore: This Spellbinding Full Audiobook For Knowledge Hunters.So Let Them Burn by Kamilah ColePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/684250to listen full audiobooks.
Title: So Let Them Burn
Author: Kamilah Cole
Narrator: Keylor Leigh, Kamali Minter
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 24 minutes
Release date: January 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal
Publisher's Summary:
Whip-smart and immersive, this Jamaican-inspired fantasy follows a gods-blessed heroine who’s forced to choose between saving her sister or protecting her homeland—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and The Priory of the Orange Tree. Faron Vincent can channel the power of the gods. Five years ago, she used her divine magic to liberate her island fr...
2024-01-1611h 24Discover Top Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalSo Let Them Burn by Kamilah ColePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/684250to listen full audiobooks.
Title: So Let Them Burn
Author: Kamilah Cole
Narrator: Keylor Leigh, Kamali Minter
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 24 minutes
Release date: January 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1
Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal
Publisher's Summary:
Whip-smart and immersive, this Jamaican-inspired fantasy follows a gods-blessed heroine who’s forced to choose between saving her sister or protecting her homeland—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and The Priory of the Orange Tree. Faron Vincent can channel the power of the gods. Five years ago, she used her divine magic to liberate her island fr...
2024-01-1611h 24
Discover Top Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, Sci-Fi, Fantasy & ParanormalSo Let Them Burn by Kamilah ColePlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/684250 to listen full audiobooks. Title: So Let Them Burn Author: Kamilah Cole Narrator: Keylor Leigh, Kamali Minter Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 11 hours 24 minutes Release date: January 16, 2024 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1 Genres: Sci-Fi, Fantasy & Paranormal Publisher's Summary: Whip-smart and immersive, this Jamaican-inspired fantasy follows a gods-blessed heroine who’s forced to choose between saving her sister or protecting her homeland—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and The Priory of the Orange Tree. Faron Vincent can channel the power of the gods. Five years ago, she used her divine magic to liberate her islan...
2024-01-1603 minGrab the Top Full Audiobooks in Teen & YA, LGBTQ+So Let Them Burn by Kamilah ColePlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/684250to listen full audiobooks.
Title: So Let Them Burn
Author: Kamilah Cole
Narrator: Keylor Leigh, Kamali Minter
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 11 hours 24 minutes
Release date: January 16, 2024
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4 of Total 1
Genres: LGBTQ+
Publisher's Summary:
Whip-smart and immersive, this Jamaican-inspired fantasy follows a gods-blessed heroine who’s forced to choose between saving her sister or protecting her homeland—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and The Priory of the Orange Tree. Faron Vincent can channel the power of the gods. Five years ago, she used her divine magic to liberate her island from its enemi...
2024-01-1611h 24
All the Books!New Releases and More for January 16, 2024This week, Liberty and Vanessa discuss This Wretched Valley, Escaping Mr. Rochester, Beautyland, and more great books!Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify and never miss a beat book.Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news.2024 is the tenth year of the Read Harder Challenge! Join us as we make our way through 24 tasks meant to expand our reading horizons and diversify our TBRs. To get book recommendations for each task, sign up for the Read Harder newsletter. We’ll also ke...
2024-01-1638 min
Listen With Your Imagination, Free Audiobook Are Your DestinationSo Let Them Burn Audiobook by Kamilah ColeListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 684250
Title: So Let Them Burn
Author: Kamilah Cole
Narrator: Kamali Minter, Keylor Leigh
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11:24:42
Language: English
Release date: 01-16-24
Publisher: Hachette Book Group USA
Genres: Fiction, Teen, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, LGBTQ+
Summary:
Whip-smart and immersive, this Jamaican-inspired fantasy follows a gods-blessed heroine who’s forced to choose between saving her sister or protecting her homeland—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and The Priory of the Orange Tree.
Faron Vincent can channel the power of the gods. Five years ago, she used her divine magic to liberate...
2024-01-1611h 24
My Sister's TBR2.01. New Year, Same Me - Still Judging Books by Their CoversWelcome back to season 2 of our podcast, My Sister's TBR!In this episode, we discuss our current reads, January's anticipated new releases, and some book news!Books discussed:All's Fair in Love and War by Virginia HeathThe Cursed by Harper L. Woods (Coven of Bones #2)Conversations with Friends by Sally RooneyFeatured Read: Fall of Ruin and Wrath by Jennifer L. Armentrout (Awakening #1)So Let Them Burn by Kamilah ColeA Fragile Enchantment by Allison SaftThe Heiress...
2024-01-1544 min
NOVLtea PodcastNOVLtea 11 - Fantasy Freak OutSavannah and Andie discuss their favorite genre: fantasy! And there's a little escalation, in a fun, unhinged sort of way! This episode of NOVLtea is sponsored by So Let Them Burn by Kamilah Cole! Whip-smart and immersive, this Jamaican-inspired fantasy follows a gods-blessed heroine who’s forced to choose between saving her sister or protecting her homeland—perfect for fans of Iron Widow and The Priory of the Orange Tree. Listen to the end of this episode for a five minute preview of the audiobook, and you can find So Let Them Burn wherever books are sold!
2024-01-1351 min
Lani's LibraryMy anticipated releases of 2024, reading goals, & tbr!Hi friends! :) Today we're going to be talking about all of my bookish plans for 2024. We're also going to talk about my recent granny activities and current reads. Enjoy!
Writing: https://yulani.substack.com
Insta & tiktok: lanislibrary https://www.instagram.com/lanislibrary
https://www.tiktok.com/@lanislibrary
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/91566418-lani-s-library
Contact: lanisannlibrary@gmail.com (business only)
📖 Books mentioned:
Soil by Camille T Dungy
Garden spells by Sarah Addison Allen
One dark...
2024-01-1220 min
Hey YAHey YA Extra Credit: Here Be DragonsErica chops it up with a few new YA books with dragons.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What’s Up in YA newsletter!2024 is the tenth year of the Read Harder Challenge! Join us as we make our way through 24 tasks meant to expand our reading horizons and diversify our TBRs. To get book recommendations for each task, sign up for the Read Harder newsletter. We’ll also keep you informed about other cool reading challenges, read...
2024-01-1011 minOf the Publishing PersuasionOf the Publishing Persuasion- with SO LET THEM BURN Author THE Kamilah ColeOur first episode of the new year is here!!! Today we're talking panic attacks, bad ass dragon books written by queens along with a bonus appearance by THE Sora Mittens Cole—and let's not forget Sora's owner. Our incredible guest, the absolutely ICONIC human that is THE Kamilah Cole @wordsiren!! We can't wait for you all to tune in! But first here's more about Kamilah:
Kamilah Cole is the pseudonym of a Jamaican-born, American-raised author. By day she works in publishing and by night she frantically types words she hopes to see in a book on shelves on...
2024-01-101h 16
The Fallen Apple: A Book Lovers PodcastBook Recs for Newbies in & He's a 10 but...In this episode we talk about:- Current Reads
- BUDDY READ: The Last Thing He Told ME by Laura Dave pages 200-END
- Announce Jan Buddy Read
- Our thoughts on From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L. Armentrout
- 2024 New Releases and Reading Goals
The books mentioned in this episode:
Flawless by Elsie Silver
The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Scythe by Neil Shusterman
From Blood and Ash by Jennifer L Armentrout
Crescent City by Sarah J Maas
Divine Rivals by...
2024-01-0332 minHey YAJustice for Bertha!: Anticipated Books for 2024 and Book Trend PredictionsTirzah and Erica discuss some of their most-anticipated books for 2024 and make some book trend predictions.Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify.To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What’s Up in YA newsletter!It's happening, readers — we're bringing paperbacks! Whether you (or a reader you know and love) hate carrying around bulky hardcovers, you're on a budget, you want a wider range of recommendations, or all of the above, you can now get a paperback subscription from TBR, curated just for you by o...
2024-01-031h 01
Book Lounge by LibbyNew Year, New Reads - January 2024 Book Picks!New Year, New Reads! Join Joe and Emma as they discuss the books they're most looking forward to in January 2024 🎉 We hope you're enjoying this holiday season and that this episode can keep you company while wrapping, baking, prepping, or just enjoying the chilly weather under a warm and cozy blanket.Books mentioned in this episode:Emma’s Titles:
House of Flame and Shadow by Sarah J. Maas
The Fury by Alex Michaelides
The Breakup Tour by Emily Wibberly and Austin Siegemund-Broka
Come and Get It by Kiley Reid
One in a Millennial by Kate Kennedy
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2023-12-2148 min
Books and BobaDecember 2023 Book NewsOn our last mid-month check in for 2023, we once again review the latest Asian American book and publishing announcements, as well as recap the latest book news including wishing a farewell to a beloved institution for diverse authors and drinking all the tea on the latest controversy to sweep book twitter!Upcoming books mentioned in our publishing news:The Guilt Pill by Saumya DaveNice to Meet Eat You by Karen Yin; illust by Carolina CoroaCookies and Crescents: An Eid Story by Nada Shawish Dutka; illust by Zelma FirdauziaBing's Cherries by Livia Blackburne; illust by Julia KuoTo...
2023-12-1644 min
Try Reading Podcast49. IF IT DOESN'T MAKE SENSE, MAGIC DID IT | Try Reading Podcast ft. Kamilah ColeI had the BEST time talking with the iconic Kamilah Cole on today's episode! She is the author of So Let Them Burn, which is her debut novel releasing on 1/16/24! Kamilah has so many incredible stories; she talks about her early love for mystery books, we bond over our obsession of The Magic Treehouse, we talk about bee-related horror stories, Kamilah shares about the long journey of writing her debut and how Zendaya's Joan of Arc outfit was a big factor in the story, she gives her advice for aspiring writers, shares her favorite dragon media, and so much...
2023-12-011h 05
NOVLtea PodcastNOVLtea 9 - Chat with Kamilah Cole, author of So Let Them BurnSavannah sits down to talk with Kamilah Cole, professional publishing person and author of So Let Them Burn! Get a sneak peek at the book and Kamilah's writing process, and hear what it's like working in publishing and becoming an author!
2023-11-1328 min
Raise Your WordsSeason 2 Episode 24: So Let There Be Chaos with Author Kamilah ColeRaise Your Words host Amani chats with debut author Kamilah Cole about her book, So Let Them Burn. You can find Kamilah on Instagram @wordsiren and you can find Raise Your Words on IG @raiseyourwordspod. Kamilah Cole was a writer and entertainment editor at Bustle for four years, and her nonfiction work has also appeared in Marie Claire and Seventeen. A graduate of New York University, Kamilah lives on the East Coast, where she’s usually playing Kingdom Hearts for the hundredth time, quoting early SpongeBob SquarePants episodes, or crying her way through Zuko’s redemption arc in Avatar: The Last...
2023-10-0948 min
The Two Piers PodcastLet's Talk About IntersectionalityThis week, we welcome our trusted friend and advisor, Kamilah Cole, to join us in a discussion of intersectionality. We explore the history and evolution of the term, how it shows up in our lives, and how we can be more mindful of intersectionality as we strive toward diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace.
2021-06-1045 min