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On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)TV Tuesday Ep. 14- "What does it mean to be great?" (Blue Eye Samurai with Namina Forna)Send a textHannah and Laura are THRILLED to welcome back to the pod author, and "anime buff," Namina Forna to discuss the Netflix animated series, Blue Eye Samurai! They all geek out about their favorite characters/villains, the animation style, and the powerful themes in the show.**This episode contains FULL SPOILERS for Blue Eye Samurai, the Netflix animated series.***CW for the episode: discussions of racism, poverty, violence, sexual abuse, ableism, sex, drug use, colonialismYou can follow Namina online at: Instagram: @namina.fornaWebsite: https://naminaforna...
2024-07-161h 22On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 107- We Forgot To Mention That Sel Can Become An Owl During The Episode So I Made It The Title(Bloodmarked)Send a textHannah and Laura are back to their usual shenanigans and they are chatting about the second book in the Legendborn series, Bloodmarked by Tracy Deonn! They cover the first 20 chapters of the book, so if you haven't read Legendborn or Bloodmarked, SPOILERS ABOUND. Hannah and Laura also chat about a  thriller that's as bad as some say, behind the scenes drama surrounding a reality show,  some good romance books, and an awesome tv series that is giving them all of the emotions.Plot section (AND FULL SPOILERS) for Bloodmarked begins at: 39 min 35 se...
2024-02-072h 04On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)BONUS EPISODE-"There was more finesse in how they finessed you." An Interview with NAMINA FORNASend a textHannah and Laura are in awe because they were able to speak with the supremely talented author of The Gilded Ones series, NAMINA FORNA! Namina shared her experiences in creating magical creatures/worlds, writing about equity and systems, self-care through difficult themes, and the deeper meanings and power in descriptions. This interview was an absolute JOY and Hannah and Laura can't wait to chat with Namina again.**Spoilers for The Merciless Ones from 29 min 30 secs to 32 min 40 secs.**Be sure to follow Namina at:www.naminaforna.comInstagram...
2024-01-311h 09On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 106- Oscar Award-Winning Actress, Michelle Williams (Legendborn)Send a textHannah and Laura chat about audiobook narrators, Laura's latest manga reads,  and a book Hannah thinks could be a standalone even thought it's part of a series. They also chat about the many characters and themes in Tracy Deonn's book, Legendborn. Legendborn is so deep, friends. Hannah's phone number is also released.Spoilers for Legendborn begin at: 39min 40secMedia Mentions: Legendborn by Tracy DeonnBloodmarked by Tracy DeonnThe Hobbit by JRR TolkienThe Lord of the Rings by JRR TolkienLegends & Lat...
2024-01-241h 24Clara Löfgren
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2023-09-1800 minlembusung
lembusung[pdf] [DOWNLOAD] The Merciless Ones (The Gilded Ones, #2) by Namina Forna DOWNLOAD [PDF] The Merciless Ones (The Gilded Ones, #2) by Namina Forna**Download Book Here ==> https://sr-kindle-lancar.blogspot.com/40126014-the-merciless-onesDOWNLOAD [PDF] The Merciless Ones (The Gilded Ones, #2) by Namina FornaRead Online The Merciless Ones (The Gilded Ones, #2) by Namina Forna is a great book to read and that's why I recommend reading or downloading ebook The Merciless Ones (The Gilded Ones, #2) for free in any format with visit the link button below.**Read Book Here ==> https://sr-kindle-lancar.blogspot.com/40126014-the-merciless-ones**Download...
2023-09-0800 minUn Lectorat Minoré
Un Lectorat MinoréUn Lectorat Minoré - Épisode 31 avec Élodie bookstagrameuse Bonjour à tous.tes, j’accueille Elodie bookstagrameuse.     LIVRES CITÉS :   Les Immortelles, Namina Forna  Tropiques Toxiques, Jessica Oublié  Peyi an nou, Jessica Oublié  La prophétie des sœurs serpents, Isis Labeau-Caberia     RECOMMANDATION D’ÉLODIE :   Jessica Oublié @jessicaoublie.bd    LE RÉSEAU SOCIAL D’ÉLODIE :  
2023-05-3150 minA Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneWine On An Empty Stomach: ”The Gilded Ones” by Namina FornaA Thousand Eyes and One Podcast hosts Nikki and Tanya welcome you to Wine On An Empty Stomach: A Speculative Fiction Book Club! In this episode, we discuss "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna. This was originally streamed live on YouTube. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHikUUBvY-s Find us online! thousandeyespodcast.com facebook.com/athousandeyesandone twitter.com/thousandeyesone instagram.com/athousandeyesandone https://www.youtube.com/athousandeyesandonepodcast
2023-04-301h 02A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneWine On An Empty Stomach: "The Gilded Ones"A Thousand Eyes and One Podcast hosts Nikki and Tanya welcome you to Wine On An Empty Stomach: A Speculative Fiction Book Club! In this episode, we discuss "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna. This was originally streamed live on YouTube. Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mHikUUBvY-s Find us online! thousandeyespodcast.com facebook.com/athousandeyesandone twitter.com/thousandeyesone instagram.com/athousandeyesandone https://www.youtube.com/athousandeyesandonepodcast
2023-04-301h 02Un Lectorat Minoré
Un Lectorat MinoréUn Lectorat Minoré - Épisode 26 avec Naomi, bookstagrameuse SFFF Bonjour à tous.tes, j’accueille Naomi bookstagrameuse SFFF.     LIVRES CITÉS :   Persona, Ielenna  Fleurs d’Oko, Laëtitia Danae  Sulwe, Lupita Nyong’o  Instructions for Dancing, Nicola Yoon  Almost There, Farrah Rochon  Les Immortelles, Namina Forna  Ace Of Spades, Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé  Beast Of Prey, Ayana Grey ...
2023-04-261h 07The Read With Angie Podcast
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 minLes grimoires de l\'imaginaire
Les grimoires de l'imaginaireTour du mondePour cet épisode on a voulu vous partager des livres qui font voyager. Vous passerez par la Russie, la Finlande, l'Espagne, des univers inspirés de l'Asie et de l'Afrique.   Pour notre lecture commune, on a choisi Les immortelles de Namina Forna  Et voici le reste de notre sélection tour du monde -  La théorie des cordes de José Carlos Somoza - La guerre du pavot de R.F.Kuang - Lumikko de Pasi Ilmari Jääskeläinen - L'ours et le rossignol de Katherine Arden
2022-12-1439 minStoryshaped
StoryshapedGetting Storyshaped With Efua TraoréIt's Thursday, which means we've got another wonderful Storyshaped podcast for you all! We're speaking with the incredible Efua Traoré, author of Children of the Quicksands and The House of Shells, two beautiful Middle Grade novels set in Nigeria and infused with the folklore, magic, and culture of that vibrant country. Efua takes us through her early days as an adventurer, tree-climber, go-getter and dreamer, and how stories - both in her local library and in the culture all around her - shaped her imagination and sparked her creativity. Come with us as we learn about how her first p...
2022-12-0148 minMegan\'s Bookish Life
Megan's Bookish LifeReading Roundup with NatalieThis episode in the Reading Roundup series has me and Natalie talking about From Lukov With Love and The Paper Palace along with what Natalie recently recommends! *PAPER PALACE SPOILERS AND MINOR LUKOV SPOILERS!!* Books mentioned: Hoops by Kennedy Ryan Longshot by Kennedy Ryan Blind Side by Kandi Steiner The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna The Paper Palace by Miranda Cowley Heller From Lukov With Love by Mariana Zapata Social Media: MEGAN'S BOOKISH LIFE INSTAGRAM  MEGAN'S BOOKISH LIFE WEBSITE NATALIE'S INSTAGRAM 
2022-11-1718 minA Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E8: "Lord of The Tides"Nikki and Tanya discuss Season 1 Episode 8 of House of the Dragon. Spoilers at the end. Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna, October 16 at 2PM ET, on our YouTube channel. Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-10-121h 38A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E7: "Driftmark"Nikki and Tanya discuss Season 1 Episode 7 of House of the Dragon. Spoilers at the end. Tanya will be joining Costume CO on Tuesday Oct 4 7PM ET to discuss S1E7 here: https://www.youtube.com/c/CostumeCO2022 Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-10-041h 14A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E6: "The Princess and The Queen"Tanya and special guest AK discuss Season 1 Episode 6 of House of the Dragon. Spoilers at the end. Find AK here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFINw6LLA-4NiycBCAhxxvQ // https://twitter.com/AK_DS09 Tanya will be joining Costume CO on Tuesday Oct 4 7PM ET to discuss S1E7 here: https://www.youtube.com/c/CostumeCO2022 Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-10-021h 22On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 69- The Worst Couple at a Restaurant (The Burning God)Send a textThis week Hannah and Laura are covering part 1 of The Burning God by R.F. Kuang! It's actually happening. But first! Laura loves the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, but Hannah and Laura question the casting of the movies. She also did a buddy read-a-thon of a graphic novel favorite. Hannah watched a really cute movie starring Nick Offerman, and read a short book that is perfect for Halloween and gave her some scary dreams. She was also slightly let down by the ending of a science-fiction book that she really enjoyed.
2022-09-211h 40A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E5: "We Light The Way"Nikki and Tanya discuss Season 1 Episode 5 of House of the Dragon. Spoilers at the end. Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-09-211h 16A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E4: "King of the Narrow Sea"Nikki and Tanya discuss Season 1 Episode 4 of House of the Dragon. Spoilers at the end. Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-09-141h 10A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E3: "Second of His Name"Nikki and Tanya discuss Season 1 Episode 3 of House of the Dragon. Spoilers at the end. Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-09-081h 06A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E2: "The Rogue Prince"Nikki and Tanya discuss Season 1 Episode 2 of House of the Dragon. Spoilers at the end. Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-08-3155 minOn Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 68- How Interesting. How Convenient. (The Dragon Republic)Send a textHannah and Laura have an amazing opportunity and they want you to join them! You can become a coach! Just kidding.  BUT! Laura read a heavy book that put her into a slump and attempted to get out of the reading slump by reading...another heavy book.  She also reveals that she can't stand a certain Marvel character, which will surprise no-one.  Hannah has read a lot of books that are also heavy in order to add to the heavy book list. She continues to evade questions about her fan fiction, and has finished wat...
2022-08-311h 40A Thousand Eyes And One
A Thousand Eyes And OneHouse of the Dragon S1E1: "The Heirs of the Dragon"Nikki and Tanya give their first impressions of Season 1 Episode 1 of House of the Dragon. Our next Wine On An Empty Stomach book club read is "The Gilded Ones" by Namina Forna Find us online! ThousandEyesPodcast.com facebook.com/AThousandEyesAndOne twitter.com/ThousandEyesOne instagram.com/AThousandEyesAndOne www.youtube.com/AThousandEyesAndOnePodcast
2022-08-261h 35On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)
On Wednesdays We Read (OWWR Pod)Ep. 66- Uhnnh (The Dragon Republic)Send a textLaura wonders why there couldn't have been an Ant-Woman, and has been giddy over some recent romance reads. Hannah wonders why random ghost children are scarier than ghost adults with unfinished business, and has really loved some adult cartoons lately. We also talk about rating YA novels, enjoying the romance genre for the romance, and some things we are afraid of. Then we dive into part 2 of The Dragon Republic, where we have many "of course" moments, mainly surrounding the character Nezha.Media Mentions: The Poppy War by R.F. K...
2022-08-102h 02Memoir Nation
Memoir NationFor the Love of Fantasy, featuring Kwame Mbalia and Namina FornaIn this week’s remembrances of some of the best episodes of the past year, we’re highlighting fantasy’s importance as a genre with guests Kwame Mbalia and Namina Forna. There’s so much goodness packed in here—about process, about why we write, about inspirations, and some fabulous tips for staying the course even when you feel like you don’t have the time. This isn’t so much an episode about fantasy as it is about writing intentionally and infusing meaning into genre writing just as you would any writing you do.  Learn more about...
2022-08-0838 minMemoir Nation
Memoir NationFor the Love of Fantasy, featuring Kwame Mbalia and Namina FornaIn this week’s remembrances of some of the best episodes of the past year, we’re highlighting fantasy’s importance as a genre with guests Kwame Mbalia and Namina Forna. There’s so much goodness packed in here—about process, about why we write, about inspirations, and some fabulous tips for staying the course even when you feel like you don’t have the time. This isn’t so much an episode about fantasy as it is about writing intentionally and infusing meaning into genre writing just as you would any writing you do.  Learn more about...
2022-08-0840 minI-10 Book Club
I-10 Book ClubFinally, A Good Book: The Gilded OnesFinally a book we both like-the Gilded Ones by Namina Forna! for once we talk about all the good things about a book and how much we enjoyed it! Don’t get used to it, it’s a rare occasion-We hope you enjoy it too! Follow along on twitter, tiktok, and instagram @i10bookclub Personal instagrams: @zojacobi & @mak.jpg, @timetravelingcowboy TikTok: @timetravelingcowboy, @zojacobi --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/i10bookclub/support
2022-07-311h 01forthenovellovers
forthenovelloversThe Gilded Ones (Deathless #1) by Namina FornaThis episode is also available as a blog post: https://forthenovellovers.wordpress.com/2021/02/02/the-gilded-ones-deathless-1-by-namina-forna/
2022-07-1212 minMake Sierra Leone Famous
Make Sierra Leone FamousFantasy & Feminism with Namina FornaHost Vickie Remoe is in conversation with Namina Forna author of the New York Times bestsellers “The Gilded Ones” and the “Merciless Ones”. They discuss representation in fantasy books, girls' rites of passage, books as escapism, and growing up in Sierra Leone. Show Notes Listen to Zainab Sheriff’s Mammie Na Power: https://bit.ly/2Z6Vyrj To buy Namina Forna’s Book: https://naminaforna.com/ Ship to Sierra Leone from the USA with Dot Bleu Find your next outfit at The Doll House Boutique To make Sierra Leone...
2022-06-2956 minMake Sierra Leone Famous
Make Sierra Leone FamousFantasy & Feminism with Namina FornaHost Vickie Remoe is in conversation with Namina Forna author of the New York Times bestsellers “The Gilded Ones” and the “Merciless Ones”. They discuss representation in fantasy books, girls' rites of passage, books as escapism, and growing up in Sierra Leone.Show NotesListen to Zainab Sheriff’s Mammie Na Power: https://bit.ly/2Z6Vyrj To buy Namina Forna’s Book: https://naminaforna.com/Ship to Sierra Leone from the USA with Dot BleuFind your next outfit at The Doll House BoutiqueTo make Sierra Leone...
2022-06-2956 minDown The Rabbit Hole
Down The Rabbit HoleIndependent Bookshop Week Special with Namina Forna and Round Table BooksTo celebrate Independent Bookshop Week in the UK we're bringing you a special extra episode recorded live at Round Table Books in Brixton,  featuring the brilliant YA author Namina Forna in conversation with guest host Stacey Thomas - book reviewer at Bad Form Review and judge on The Diverse Book Awards longlist. Join Namina as she discusses her latest YA book The Merciless Ones published by Usborne, how it tackles issues such as colourism and Black female power, and the importance of community spaces like bookshops to her creativity. - This episode was produced by C...
2022-06-1922 minPress Play On The Best-Selling Full Audiobook Experience!
Press Play On The Best-Selling Full Audiobook Experience!The Merciless Ones by Namina FornaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/198136to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Merciless Ones Series: The Gilded Ones, Book 2 Author: Namina Forna Narrator: Imani Jade Powers Format: mp3 Length: 14 hrs and 27 mins Release date: 06-08-22 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 8 ratings Genres: Multicultural Publisher's Summary: It's been six months since Deka freed the goddesses in the ancient kingdom of Otera and discovered who she really is...but war is waging across the kingdom, and the real battle has only just begun. For there is a dark force growing in Otera—a merciless power that Deka and her army must stop. Ye...
2022-06-082h 27The Happy Writer with Marissa Meyer
The Happy Writer with Marissa MeyerUpping the Stakes in a YA Fantasy Series with Namina Forna - The Merciless OnesMarissa chats with Namina Forna about her new YA fantasy - THE MERCILESS ONES - as well as the deeper meanings that books can have for readers, and why it is so powerful to feel seen in the stories we read; upping the stakes over the course of a series by delving deeper into the world and its various systems with every book; honoring the importance of female friendships in young adult fiction, and how you can use those relationships as various foils for your protagonist; building your fantasy world on a foundation of reality and research (think you...
2022-06-0652 minIgnite The Most Riveting Full Audiobook Today!
Ignite The Most Riveting Full Audiobook Today!The Merciless Ones by Namina FornaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/240668to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Merciless Ones Series: The Gilded Ones, Book 2 Author: Namina Forna Narrator: Imani Jade Powers Format: mp3 Length: 14 hrs and 28 mins Release date: 05-31-22 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 635 ratings Genres: Dark Fantasy Publisher's Summary: It's been six months since Deka freed the goddesses in the ancient kingdom of Otera and discovered who she really is... but war is waging across the kingdom, and the real battle has only just begun. For there is a dark force growing in Otera—a merciless power that Deka and her army must st...
2022-05-312h 28Habitación 101
Habitación 101La PILAHoy tenemos un programa un poco distinto… y es que toca hablar de las lecturas futuras, de todos esos libros que esperan su turno impacientes en La Pila , que por una u otra razón no han tenido aún su oportunidad pero que no pierden la esperanza, y nosotros tampoco, de ser leídos en algún momento.Os dejo algunos de los títulos que aguardan en mi Pila.“El Ministerio del Futuro”, de Kim Stanley Robinson.“El código madre”, de Carole Stivers.“Un mundo invertido”, de Christopher Priest.“Las que estamos muertas”...
2022-05-2017 minBook Shrine
Book ShrineBook Talk - The Gilded OnesIn this month's Book Talk, we revisit The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. With the release of the sequel right around the corner we take a deeper look at this beautiful world where Deka and the rest of the alaki battle for a freedom they didn't know was possible. Join us on our website where you can join the conversation. https://bookshrinepodcast.com/ Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate, and Follow us on our social media pages. IG: @BookShrine Twitter: @TheBook_Shrine TikTok: @BookShrine --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bookshrine/support
2022-04-0753 minA Book for Everyone podcast
A Book for Everyone podcastWhy We Read...Young Adult FictionJoin Beth and Pearl as they talk about why they still love young adult fiction as adults and why you should, too. Explore a variety of topics and genres written for teens that will also appeal to adults. And, as always, there are plenty of suggestions for books to add to your TBR. Young Adult Fiction Recommendations Novels in Verse - Solo by Kwame Alexander - The Poet X or Clap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo  - Me (Moth) by Amber McBride Difficult Topics - The Hate U Give b...
2022-03-2848 minStory Love - The Offical Podcast of writing BY structure
Story Love - The Offical Podcast of writing BY structureJoy Simmons - World Building WhizJoyce Simmons is one of the best world builders I've come across! Listen in as she describes her process of building worlds and the best way to tap into what your heart is calling you to write!  Also: Follow Joyce on Instagram!  https://www.instagram.com/melanatedscribesllc/Joyce mentions  Jordan Ifueko  and her book Raybearer. It took 12 years to write.  In this book she conceives 13 distinct kingdoms. Next-level world building!Link to info on the book and Jordan! https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/50158128-raybearerhttps://www.jordan...
2022-03-1539 minJe Libo Knihu
Je Libo KnihuNejnovější knihy pro mládež s TerkouV této epizodě Vám Terka představí nejnovější knížky pro mládež - tedy knihy, které byly vydány na konci ledna, v únoru (+ výjimka která vychází v květnu).  Také vás prosí o vyplnění dotazníku: https://www.survio.com/survey/d/D4T6A7A7K9O4S9G6N  Knížky z epizody:  Ranhojička: Královna rebelů - Lynette Noniová To není můj problém - Ciara Smyth Někdo jako ty - Estelle Maskame Nejdražší Josephine - Caroline George Ztraceni v čase - P...
2022-02-2718 minAll the Books!
All the Books!All the Backlist! February 18, 2022This week, Patricia talks about a couple great backlist titles including a fantasy pick she couldn’t put down!Follow All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher and never miss a beat book.Sign up for the weekly New Books! newsletter for even more new book news.Books Discussed on the Show:The Gilded Ones by Namina FornaWe Still Here: Pandemic, Policing, Protest, & Possibility by Marc Lamont HillBooks Mentioned on the Show:The Merciless Ones (The Gilded Ones #2) by Namina Fo...
2022-02-1811 minOne for the Books
One for the Books026: Our Summer 2022 ReadsFind out what what books we read over the summer break to keep that summer vibe going. RECOMMENDED BOOKS: Interior Chinatown by Charles Wu In My Defence, I Have No Defence by Sinead Stubbins Love and Virtue by Diana Reid Dune by Frank Herbert Other books we’ve been reading: My Body Keeps Your Secrets by Lucia Osborne-Crowley The Baby is Mine by Oyinkan Braithwaite Puff Piece by John Safran The T-Shirts I Love by Haruki Murakami A Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J...
2022-02-1144 minDaily Debby mais en podcast
Daily Debby mais en podcastNos jours brulés, Laura NsafouAujourd'hui dans le podcast littéraire D spoils on lit l'un des premiers romans afrofuturistes français, Nos jours brûlés de Laura Nsafou.  Après un bref résumé sans spoilers on discute de ce qu'on a aimé et moins aimé. 🎙Tu veux réagir à l'épisode du mois ? Envoie une note vocale sur : - @dspoils.podcast - contact.dailydebby@gmail.com 💕Nos recommandations du jour - Liens de sang, Octavia E. Butler - The Gilded ones, Namina Forna - La parabole...
2022-02-0149 minColli\'r Plot
Colli'r PlotTrefnu ein silfoedd llyfrauSut mae mynd ati i gael trefn ar ein silffoedd llyfrau?Podlediad Colli'r Plot gyda Bethan Gwanas, Dafydd Llewelyn, Siân Northey a Manon Steffan Ros.Mae 'na lot o chwerthin, chydig o bethau dadleuol ac ambell i sgwrs ddwys.Dyma restr ddarllen o'r cyfrolau a drafodwyd yn y bennodYn Fyw Yn Y Cof - John RobertsThe Gilded Ones - Namina FornaThe Great Godden - Meg RosoffBedydd Tân - Dyfed EdwardsSpark! How exercise will improve the performance of your brain - Dr Jo...
2022-02-0157 minI\'m Not The Book Expert... But She Is
I'm Not The Book Expert... But She Is003: Reviewing the 2021 Goodreads Choice AwardsMaggie and Rachel tear into the Goodreads Choice Awards, announcing our favorites, least favorites, and issues we have with the winners and nominees. Find us on social media! Twitter: @BookExpertPod Instagram: @BookExpertPod Email: NotTheBookExpert@gmail.com Books in this episode: Beautiful World, Where Are You? By Sally Rooney The One Hundred Years of Lenni and Margot by Marianne Cronin The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave The Maidens by Alex Michaelides The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave Arsenic and Adobo...
2022-01-211h 31BIH COME READ THIS PODCAST
BIH COME READ THIS PODCASTEP2.1 | The Gilded OnesHosted by Markia, Ja Keen, and Krystal. We're pairing books and blunts and having a real good time! This episode we discuss Namina Forna's debut novel, The Gilded Ones! 
2022-01-131h 03Book Lounge by Libby
Book Lounge by LibbyTeam OverDrive's favorite books of 2021For today's episode, host Jill sat down with some of her OverDrive co-workers to find out what was their favorite book they read in 2021. From books about witches to cozy romances and non-fiction reads to more books about witches (seriously, witches were big this year), there's a little big of everything.Books mentioned in today's episode:Payback’s a Witch by Lana HarperThe Girls I’ve Been by Tess SharpeCackle by Rachel HarrisonSlewfoot by BromShe Who Became the Sun by Shelley Parker-ChanPo...
2021-12-2357 minReading Squad
Reading SquadReading Squad Podcast Season 2 Episode 7: Talking BooksHey Reading Squad, This episode is late and we apologize, life ya know?  But this episode is a packed with good reads! please give it a listen! Books mentioned in the podcast: 1.) One by One by Ruth Ware 2.) While Justice Sleeps by Stacey Abrams 3.) The Girl with Stars in Her Eyes By Xio Axelrod4.) Arsenic and Adobo by Mia P. Manansala5.) the Gilded Ones by Namina Forna6.) Broken by Jenny Lawson 7.) The Couple Next Door by Shari Lapena 8.) The Lost Apothecary by Sarah Penner...
2021-12-0531 minAbi of Pellinor
Abi of PellinorBeautiful Book Covers on my TBR 📚We all buy books after been swayed by a pretty cover, but which books still sat on your tbr (to be read) shelves are the most beautiful? I'm going through ten books on my tbr which I think have absolutely stunning covers!!   📚Books Mentioned📚:  Vox by Christina Dalcher  The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna  The Book of Mirrors by E.O. Chirovici  Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston  Rivers of London by Ben Aaronovitch  The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco  The Stra...
2021-11-0505 minAbi of Pellinor
Abi of Pellinor10 On My TBR📚I have a stupid number of books on my tbr, but here are ten that I think are interesting and I want to get to sooner rather than later!   I've tried to pick across the genres that I read... so most of the stack is fantasy 🤣   📚Books Mentioned📚:  The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry  Cilka's Journey by Heather Morris  Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston  The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna  The Raven Boys by Maggie Stiefvater  The Strange Case of the Alchemist...
2021-11-0408 minMemoir Nation
Memoir NationAllowing Anger to Fuel Your Writing, featuring Namina FornaHappy National Novel Writing Month, listeners! We’re eager to start writing with you this week—and we’re bringing you some food for thought about what fuels your writing and your creativity. Guest Namina Forna has been fueled sometimes by anger and injustice. Meanwhile, her light-heartedness and love of fantasy and the magical creates a dynamic counterbalance to the themes that drive her to the page. She ends the episode with such great advice for all of you writers out there doing NaNoWriMo, so get ready—and let’s write! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...
2021-11-0129 minThe Root Presents: It\'s Lit!
The Root Presents: It's Lit!54. Creating Worlds, With Namina FornaThis week we're talking with the talented fantasy author, Namina Forna, about her debut YA novel The Gilded Ones, which was an instant New York Times bestseller. Listen to hear Namina talk about why she's so passionate about writing for the fantasy and YA genres, and how her upbringing in Sierra Leone and Georgia influenced the stunning first book in her upcoming trilogy, which has already been optioned for a film adaptation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2021-10-2836 minthe black bibliophile
the black bibliophile'The Guilded Ones' by Namina FornaThis episode is my review of 'The Gilded Ones' by Namina Forna. Sit Back, Relax and Enjoy! Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blackbibliophile02/ For any suggestions, questions, thoughts or book recommendations email me at: theblackbibliophile02@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/black-bibliophile/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/black-bibliophile/support
2021-10-2328 minDiversity Dish
Diversity DishEp. 45 – Women Take Care | Lovina T. JohnsonLinks of mentions from the episodeNew mammogram machine investment information: https://republic.co/koning“The Gilded Ones” by Namina Forna: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781984848697“Cravings: Hungry For More, A Cookbook” by Chrissy Teigen: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781524759728---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don’t forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------The Join us in the “Discovery Den” not sure yet, that’s okay, join the FREE pop-up podcast first, then decide it’s LIVE CLICK HERE to...
2021-10-1958 minKeep It Fictional
Keep It FictionalBooks Inspired by Non-Western Myths and StoriesWe have another episode of retellings for you. This time, we have chosen books that are inspired by non-Western mythology and stories. Books mentioned in this episode: A Spark of White Fire by Sangu Mandanna, The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen, Love in Colour: Mythical Tales from Around the World, Retold by Bolu Babalola, Strange Beasts of China by Yan Ge, and The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna.
2021-10-1242 minThe SSR Podcast
The SSR PodcastEpisode 166: RedwallThe first of Brian Jacques’s twenty-two Redwall books was published in 1986… and it’s about time it gets the SSR treatment! On Episode 166, Alli and her guest chat about the original Redwall installment, in which readers are introduced to the world of Redwall Abbey and Mossflower Woods. They discuss their memories of the series from childhood and the degree to which it has since influenced guest Namina Forna’s work. They also talk about the author’s backstory, epic fantasy tropes, so-called “women’s work,” and their favorite characters and moments from the book. Namina Forna is the author of...
2021-10-1253 minChaos Chloe - Fantasy Fiction Reviews & Rambles
Chaos Chloe - Fantasy Fiction Reviews & RamblesBook Review: The Gilded Ones by Namina FornaA rambling review of The Gilded Ones (Deathless #1) by Namina Forna from Chaos Chloe. Join us as we bleed gold and train for battle. 
2021-09-2712 minThe Island Library Podcast
The Island Library PodcastThe Gilded OnesIn this special joint-bookish episode, both Laura and Jo read The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna.  In this world, girls are outcasts by blood and warriors by choice, but, will this book make it onto the shelf? Or will it split the sand for these two hosts?Sixteen-year-old Deka lives in fear and anticipation of the blood ceremony that will determine whether she will become a member of her village. Already different from everyone else because of her unnatural intuition, Deka prays for red blood so she can finally feel like she belongs. But on the day o...
2021-09-2247 minAll the Books!
All the Books!All the Backlist! September 3, 2021This week, Patricia talks about a couple excellent fantasy backlist titles.Follow All the Books! using RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher and never miss a beat book.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:Raybearer by Jordan IfuekoCemetery Boys by Aiden ThomasThe Hazel Wood by Melissa AlbertThe...
2021-09-0313 minBow High School Flying Falcons Radio
Bow High School Flying Falcons RadioNerd Corner Book Nook: The Gilded Ones (part 4)Alex B, Justin M., and Ethan R. warp up their thoughts on the book The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna.  Spoilers, for sure!  
2021-08-0331 minBow High School Flying Falcons Radio
Bow High School Flying Falcons RadioNerd Corner Book Nook: The Gilded Ones (part 3)Alex B, Justin M., and Ethan R. are back to continue their discussion about the book The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna.  Warning:  There may be spoilers!  
2021-08-0332 minBow High School Flying Falcons Radio
Bow High School Flying Falcons RadioNerd Corner Book Nook: The Gilded Ones (part 2)Alex B, Justin M., and Ethan R. (all from the class of 2021) discuss their thoughts on the book The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna.
2021-08-0326 minPrism: A YA Book Podcast For Teens
Prism: A YA Book Podcast For TeensSOLOCAST: Once Upon a Broken Heart, the Gilded Ones, and the Witch HavenJoin Hailey in today’s solocast where she discusses The Gilded Ones (Namina Forna), The Witch Haven (Sasha Peyton Smith) and Once Upon a Broken Heart (Stephanie Garber). ⭐️Please SUPPORT the podcast by leaving a 5-STAR REVIEW on Apple Podcasts! This helps other book lovers find the podcast & enables Hailey to continue creating FREE episodes of the Prism Podcast.⭐️ If you have any feedback, book requests, or questions, please email prismofficialpodcast@gmail.com Happy listening, and thank you for supporting the podcast!💗✨ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
2021-07-2223 minBooks To Last Podcast
Books To Last PodcastEp.13 (Pt. 1) - Most Difficult Task Anyone Has Ever Set Me with Lalig & Mary from Book ShrineIn homage to the BBC's classic Desert Island Discs, the Books to Last Podcast challenges book lovers and readers from all over to select the five books they would take to their mystery remote locale. Tangents and anecdotes likely.This episode dives into the first half of bookish duo Mary & Lalig, co-hosts of Book Shrine podcast. We had so much fun talking about pretty much everything when we got together to chat books and I hope you enjoy! Guest Details:Podcast name: Book ShrineApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/u...
2021-07-131h 15The Library Coven
The Library Coven53. Witches Steeped in Gold by Ciannon SmartThis fortnight, the amazing debut novel streak continues! We’re discussing Witches Steeped in Gold by Ciannon Smart. Tune in for a deep dive into a nuanced magical system and some close reading of Smart’s excellent wordsmithing. Also, we have a good time trolling each other in the “Real Talk” segment. Content warning for brief discussions of rape, sexual assault and child death. Survey link is still live!! Help shape the direction of the podcast, por favor. Recommend if you like… …rebellions: Sabaa Tahir’s An Ember in the Ashes series (which we’ve discussed in epis...
2021-07-131h 01LISTEN UP
LISTEN UPGilded OnesFIRST CHAPTER FRIDAYS presents Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. Sixteen year old Deka longs to be accepted by her people and be of pure red blood. During the Purity Ritual she finds that her blood runs gold. Deka must now choose to either succumb to death by her people or leave and fight in an army for the emperor. As she learns about her people and the enemy they are fighting, she begins to questions the truths she’s always known.
2021-07-0919 minHey YA
Hey YAOur Favorite Books of 2021, So FarThis week, Tirzah and Vanessa share their favorite YA releases of 2021 so far, and two upcoming YA releases they’re excited about. Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher. To get even more YA news and recommendations, sign up for our What’s Up in YA newsletter! This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Books Discussed: Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo Yolk by Mary H.K. Choi Perfectly Parv...
2021-07-0753 minA Galaxy Not So Far Away
A Galaxy Not So Far AwayMysterious Mini 48: Reunited Once MoreGary and Becca are back together once again for this brand new minisode! It's a new month and this week is jam packed with events, so we dig right in before talking about new books, what we're reading, and Naruto?   Events this week: Tuesday, July 6th: Laura Sebastian, in conversation with Alexandra Bracken  Wednesday, July 7th: Elizabeth Lim, in conversation with Namina Forna  Thursday, July 8th: Max Barry, in conversation with David Yoon  Friday, July 9th: Escondido Public Library's Pop Culture Panel Series: Kids' Graphic Novels & Comics 
2021-07-0641 minThe Library Coven
The Library Coven52. The Gilded Ones by Namina FornaHello, Coven! This week we’re coming at you with a discussion of The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. We had such an amazing time reading this debut novel, and we can’t wait to see what happens with the future of the series! On to the notes! Content warning for discussions of rape, sexual assault, violence,  parental death, and mentions of Harry Potter. Survey link if you want to help shape how the direction of the podcast Recommend if you like… Legendborn by Tracy Deonn (which we discussed in Episode 51) Derry Girls (Net...
2021-06-2950 minThe Bibliovert Podcast
The Bibliovert PodcastShadow and Bone by Leigh BardugoJoin LB, AK, Alli, and Jacklyn as we laugh, pine, and drool a little bit over Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo. Whatever you do, don't take a drink for every time we say the word, "daddy". Books Mentioned: -The Unhoneymooners - Christina Lauren -Bromance Book Club - Lyssa Kay Adams -A Voice in the Wind - Francine Rivers -The Gilded Ones - Namina Forna -A Touch of Malice - Scarlett St. Clair -Radiance - Grace Draven -The Silvered Serpents - Roshani Chokshi -Forest of a Thousand Lanterns - Julie C. Dao -Daughter of the Pirate King - Tricia Levenseller ...
2021-06-281h 06Science, Sex and Sorcery
Science, Sex and SorceryS3E11 — The Gilded Ones by Namina FornaHorrifying monsters that can kill you through shriek or claw can only be fought by other monsters, right? So training an elite army out of the young, immortal and super-strong girls you've been routinely murdering as 'demons' thanks to your severely patriarchal religion makes great sense, right? Err... right?Find out which colour our blood ran when we read Namina Forna's powerfully feminist 'The Gilded Ones', and whether we thought it deserved a Gold star for effort - or should be subjected to its Final Death...You can find more about Belinda Missen and her books...
2021-06-2534 minTerry Talks Fiction
Terry Talks FictionTTF37—The Gilded Ones by Namina FornaGet ready to dip your hands in molten gold and armour yourself with your own immortal blood - we're looking at Namina Forna's powerfully feminist YA novel 'The Gilded Ones'. Will this story of *literally* smashing the patriarchy be worth your time? Or should it be subjected to its Final Death?  Once you've heard what I have to say on it, hop along to the Talking Fiction Discord server to have your say too! I'd love to continue the conversation with you :-) And if you'd like to hear the chat I had about this b...
2021-06-1829 minThe Bibliovert Podcast
The Bibliovert PodcastWe Free the Stars – Hafsah FaizalJoin Alli and Jacklyn as they discuss the series finale, We Free the Stars by Hafsah Faizal. We talk about a few of our all time least favorite tropes as well as give an update on the Maassive Readathon. Books Mentioned: -A Very Large Expanse of Sea - Tahereh Mafi -The Gilded Ones - Namina Forna -The Knife of Never Letting Go - Patrick Ness -Crave - Tracy Wolff -The Gilded Ones - Roshani Chokshi -A Touch of Ruin - Scarlett St. Clair -A Touch of Malice - Scarlett St. Clair -Neon gods - Katie Robert -Radiance - Grace Draven ...
2021-06-141h 44Medium Lady Talks: Burnout Recovery for Millennials and Mothers
Medium Lady Talks: Burnout Recovery for Millennials and MothersMedium Lady Talks about Books Spring 2021Hello, hi! It's time for a book review round up! I was so excited to record this podcast that I kept reading "one more book" so I would have enough to share with you.... however this episode now contains 14 books for review! Settle in, you're sure to find something to welcome into your reading life! If you want to see more of my discussion about books I plan to read please join me on Instagram @medium.lady! When it comes to books this spring I read 7 Fiction, 3 Personal Development and 4 Non-fiction! I'll rank these 14 books...
2021-06-0358 minHow Writers Write by HappyWriter
How Writers Write by HappyWriterEpisode 78 - How Namina Forna WritesWelcome to Episode 78 - How Namina Forna WritesWelcome welcome to a wonderful episode with Namina Forna. Namina is the best-selling author of "The Gilded Ones," an absolutely fantastic debut novel. In this novel we tackle the story of writing The Gilded Ones, and Namina's story as a writer. This is a powerful interview, and I cannot wait to share it with you.I want to say a quick thank you to Namina for her time.And now, without any further ado, here is the interview with Namina Forna.Support the...
2021-05-2037 minMy Take
My TakeThe Gilded OnesIn this episode, Maya talks about The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna, which is fine but needs more of an emotional punch.  Don't forget to follow My Take on Instagram where a new series has launched: The Bottom Shelf, featuring shorter reviews of other things! My Take also has a Patreon, where every month there will be fun bonus content, including a book club, so it would mean the world if you could support us there! Connect with Maya: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_mytake/?hl=en
2021-05-0323 minBook Shrine
Book Shrine13 - The Gilded OnesIn this week's episode, we dive into The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. A fantasy YA novel about Deka, a young woman on a journey of discovery. Join us as we go off multiple tangent while we tell the story of this dystopian world.  Don't forget to Subscribe, Rate, and Follow us on our social media pages. IG: @BookShrine Twitter: @TheBook_Shrine TikTok: @BookShrine --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/bookshrine/support
2021-04-2955 minBook Lit
Book LitThe Gilded Ones by Namina Forna pt 2Welcome back for the second part of The Gilded Ones. Did Paige and Holly predict correctly? What happens with Deka? Will the Deathshrieks be defeated? Also, what is the big news? Listen to find out!Oh yes, and the girls are drinking White Claws in honor of White Hands. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-04-2955 minYA Podcast
YA Podcast134. The Gilded Ones by Namina FornaThis week, Kadi and Bailey review The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. We talk about well-researched fantasy religions, the experience of living under oppressive systems, brilliant visual metaphors, and how dang much we want this incredible book to be made into a movie. Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1hp7nlP5UcH63FEl1kpPgxdO7Qw7iagcCTBfOPfPLuMg/edit?usp=sharing Support us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/yapodcast Merch! https://www.teepublic.com/stores/up-for-discusssion?ref_id=2539 To suggest a book, email theyapodcast@gmail.com or tweet at us @yapodcast Hosted by: Teffer Adjemian: @tefferbear Bailey: @thebailzasaurus Kadi Diop...
2021-04-2741 minBook Lit
Book LitThe Gilded Ones by Namina FornaHolly is back!!! Paige is mixing drinks. Everything is right with the world. For April the girls are discussing The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. This episode covers the girls thoughts on chapters 1-18, and their predictions for the second half of the book. The candle shop mentioned is HopBrookLane on Etsy. The candles smell amazing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-04-091h 04Touch Your Shelf
Touch Your Shelf34 - GRL PWR (emotional)We are so excited to share this episode of The Gilded Ones by Namina Forna. This book embodies feminist power and we are HERE FOR IT. Battle and fighting and cute boys, what more could you ask for in a Young Adult novel? This book is by far one of our favorite YA novels to date and we can't wait for you to enjoy this episode! Let's be friends!! Instagram  Twitter
2021-03-1755 minWhat You Should Read
What You Should ReadYou Should Read: Black Speculative Fiction (with Stephanie Henderson!)Send us a textHi, Should-Heads and welcome to one of our more expensive episodes. Our friend Stephanie Henderson joined us to discuss Black speculative fiction, and she's got a lot of great recommendations. You'll definitely want to get every one you don't already have. It's a really fun conversation and there are so many great books out; we're very lucky. Links mentioned in this episode: Leah Johnson book deal: https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/book-deals/article/85794-book-deals-week-of-march-15-2021.html"Please Stop Talking About the `Rise' of Af...
2021-03-1659 minTryperion
TryperionEpisodio 19 - Sangre, señales y naves - Peter F. HamiltonNuevo programa de Tryperion y lo hacemos manteniendo la línea de noticias y recomendaciones como las que habitualmente traemos. Aderezamos la propuesta con una entrevista a Peter F. Hamilton, uno de los máximos exponentes de la ciencia ficción y la space opera de las últimas décadas. Con el anuncio de la publicación de 'Salvation' en castellano por parte de Orok Editorial nos ponemos en contacto con él para que nos cuente todos los detalles sobre esta obra, sus métodos de escritura y todos los proyectos que tiene entre manos. Noticias: Joe Abercrombie confirma que está esc...
2021-03-112h 22Timothy Hodge Show
Timothy Hodge ShowNamina FornaNamina Forna stops by the show to promote her new book The Gilded One
2021-03-0833 minChellaston Academy Reading
Chellaston Academy ReadingThe Gilded Ones by Namina Forna (suitable for Year 9+)Sixteen-year-old Deka lives in Otera, where a woman's worth is tied to her purity.  When Deka bleeds gold - the colour of impurity, of a demon - she faces eternal torture.  She is saved by a mysterious woman who reveals the truth - Deka is an Alaki, a near-immortal with exceptional gifts.  Her choice: fight for the Emperor with her kin, or be destroyed. This is a fast-paced fantasy adventure with some scenes of violence, injury and death which some readers may find distressing.  However, it is also the story of discovery and...
2021-03-0204 minWe\'d Rather Be Reading
We'd Rather Be ReadingSide story - The Gilded OnesIn honor of black history month, we chose to read The Gilded Ones by an amazing black female author Namina Forna with a badass black female MC Deka! Let the swooning begin! Jerrica and Lia discuss, praise, contemplate and almost kind of cry in this months special episode.Picture of the cover on our Instagram feed @wedratherbereadingTheme Music: "For The Penguins" Written and performed by David AllredFrom the album The TransitionCourtesy of Erased Tapeswww.erasedtapes.comListen on SpotifyBuy the albumTwitter @w...
2021-02-2537 minWhat You Should Read
What You Should ReadYou Should Read: Romances by Black authors!Send us a textHappy Valentine's Day, Should-Heads! In today's episode, we talk about love--and specifically love stories by Black authors. We also discuss that Slate article and the Netflix documentary we can't stop thinking about.Want to read some amazing books before most people can? Sign up for Book of the Month and use our promo code WHATYOUSHOULDREAD at checkout to get your first box for just $9.99. Check out their February selections:     https://www.bookofthemonth.com/the-best-new-books Book news: Slate article on Bridgerton novels (it'll just make you mad): https://slate...
2021-02-1651 minEngineered Unicorns
Engineered UnicornsExtraordinarily MoodyIn the 12th episode of Engineered Unicorns our local Bookdragon SandyJ not only recommends an extraordinary audiobook version of the YA fantasy novel „The Extraordinaries“ by T.J. Klune. She also talks about her experiences with her book subscription and the book club she joined in January.Music theme by Erwin SchmidtBook Recommendation:T.J. Klune „The Extraordinaries“ (2020) https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/52380340-the-extraordinariesOther Stuff Mentioned:Akane Tamura „A Side Characters Love Story“ https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/51099729-a-side-character-s-love-story-vol-1Becky Chambers „Th...
2021-02-1518 minBooklicious Podcast
Booklicious PodcastThe Gilded Ones: Book by Namina Forna - Book Review PodcastThe Gilded Ones: Book by Namina Forna "A dark feminist tale spun with blood and gold, The Gilded Ones lifts the veil of violent patriarchy and burns the idea of purity to the ground. Must read!" Website : https://gobookmart.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/booklicious/message
2021-02-1302 minBooklicious Podcast
Booklicious PodcastThe Gilded Ones: Book by Namina Forna - Book Review PodcastThe Gilded Ones: Book by Namina Forna "A dark feminist tale spun with blood and gold, The Gilded Ones lifts the veil of violent patriarchy and burns the idea of purity to the ground. Must read!" Website : https://gobookmart.com
2021-02-1302 minBooklicious Podcast
Booklicious PodcastThe Gilded Ones: Book by Namina Forna – Book Review PodcastThe Gilded Ones: Book by Namina Forna “A dark feminist tale spun with blood and gold, The Gilded Ones lifts… The post The Gilded Ones: Book by Namina Forna – Book Review Podcast appeared first on GoBookMart.
2021-02-1300 minKPL Podcast
KPL PodcastKPL Podcast February 2021 Week 2 with Special Guest Namina FornaGet ready for adventure as the KPL Podcast takes a look at YA Fantasy. Our special guest is debut novelist Namina Forna! We chat about her awesome book "The Gilded Ones." Also, Jigisha and Ryan have some great fantasy suggestions you'll want to check out from the library. This and more on an escapade filled KPL Podcast.  Have a topic you'd like us to explore? Comments? Please write to us at podcast@kirkwoodpubliclibrary.orgRecommendations:1. The Black Kids by Christina Hammond Reed2. A Song of Wraiths and Ruins by Roseanne Brown3. Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko
2021-02-1232 minA Galaxy Not So Far Away
A Galaxy Not So Far AwayMysterious Mini 36: Non-Traditional RomanceAnother quick one this week, but we'll be back with a full episode on Thursday! In this episode, Becca is here to guide us through the plethora of events happening in everyone's favorite Galaxy, before sharing some of the books they're most excited for this week.    Events this week: Tuesday, February 9th: Namina Forna in conversation with Kym Whitley  Wednesday, February 10th: Shelley Moore Thomas in conversation with Kim Baker  Thursday, February 11th: Neal Shusterman  Friday, February 12th: David Arnold, in conversation with Adam Silvera  Sunday, February 14th: Romance Book Club  Monday, February 15th: Corey Ann Haydu in conversation with Br...
2021-02-0916 minA Galaxy Not So Far Away
A Galaxy Not So Far AwayMysterious Mini 36: Non-Traditional RomanceAnother quick one this week, but we'll be back with a full episode on Thursday! In this episode, Becca is here to guide us through the plethora of events happening in everyone's favorite Galaxy, before sharing some of the books they're most excited for this week.    Events this week: Tuesday, February 9th: Namina Forna in conversation with Kym Whitley  Wednesday, February 10th: Shelley Moore Thomas in conversation with Kim Baker  Thursday, February 11th: Neal Shusterman  Friday, February 12th: David Arnold, in conversation with Adam Silvera  Sunday...
2021-02-0916 minAll the Books!
All the Books!New Releases and More for February 9, 2021This week, Liberty and Vanessa discuss The Gilded Ones, Kink, The Witch’s Heart, and more great books.Pick up an All the Books! 200th episode commemorative item here.Subscribe to All the Books! using RSS, iTunes, or Spotify and never miss a beat book.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.For a complete list of books discussed in this episode, visit our website....
2021-02-0949 minDive Into Your Ears To A Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook.
Dive Into Your Ears To A Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook.The Gilded Ones by Namina FornaPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/240692to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Gilded Ones Series: The Gilded Ones, Book 1 Author: Namina Forna Narrator: Shayna Small Format: mp3 Length: 12 hrs and 46 mins Release date: 02-09-21 Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 1,987 ratings Genres: Dark Fantasy Publisher's Summary: Sixteen-year-old Deka lives in fear and anticipation of the blood ceremony that will determine whether she will become a member of her village. Already different from everyone else because of her unnatural intuition, Deka prays for red blood so she can finally feel like she belongs. But on the day of the ceremony, her blood...
2021-02-0912h 46Lit Service
Lit Service5.02 Prewriting 101 with Namina Forna Do you ever stumble when you begin a new story? Maybe you're not sure where it should start, or you have a great opening, but stall out once you get to the middle? Namina Forna's got some advice for you :)   Namina Forna is a young adult novelist based in Los Angeles, and the author of the upcoming epic fantasy YA novel The Gilded Ones. Originally from Sierra Leone, West Africa, she moved to the US when she was nine and has been traveling back and forth ever since. Namina loves telling stories with fierce female leads and works as a s...
2021-01-2727 min