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Brazenlee ShadeeIt's Giving....Tropes!Hello Shaders!In this episode, Sharonda and Taima dive into their favorite romance tropes, discussing their appeal. From age gaps to slow burns. They share personal anecdotes and book recommendations, highlighting how these tropes resonate with readers and the emotional journeys they evoke. The conversation is lively, humorous, and insightful, making it a must-listen for romance enthusiasts.👉🏾Sound Bites"I love a good age gap.""Found family is so sentimental.""Tell us your favorite tropes!"👉🏾Follow us on our socials: Instagram and Threads @ Brazenlee Shadee. 👉🏾Brazenlee Shadee P...2025-05-2336 minBrazenlee ShadeeLet People Read In Peace | Black Romance EditionHi Shaders!In this episode, Sharonda and Taima talk about the importance of reader preferences. They discuss the visibility of Black indie authors, accessibility issues, and the evolution of the genre, emphasizing the need for an inclusive reading space that celebrates all forms of Black love stories. The conversation highlights the significance of community and the importance of allowing readers to define their own experiences without judgment.👉🏾Sound Bites:"Read what you want when you want to.""Indie authors are a huge part of that.""You can't tell people what t...2025-05-2049 minBrazenlee ShadeeWhy The Fall Risk is a Must-ReadHi Shaders!In this episode of Brazenlee Shadee, hosts Sharonda and Taima discuss their latest read, The Fall Risk by Abby Jimenez. They share their excitement about the book, highlighting its engaging characters, particularly Seth and Charlotte, and the themes of empowerment and friendship. The conversation delves into the dynamics of stalking and how the characters navigate their challenges while building a sweet romance. This episode is a lively and insightful review of a charming romance novel.👉🏾Sound Bites"This book was it.""I read this in one sitting.""...2025-05-1443 minBrazenlee ShadeeIn Conversation with NOËL STARK | Love, Camera, ActionHi ShadersIn this episode, we sit down with debut author Noel Stark to discuss her first release Love, Camera, Action. Per usual, we do things the Brazenlee Shadee way, and our conversation goes deeper. Tap In! Love, Camera, Action is released today April 22nd. Check out your local and national booksellers to purchase. *Follow us on our socials: Instagram and Threads @ Brazenlee Shadee. *Intro/Outro🎵 Music by FASSounds from PixabaySeason 8.Episode 42025-04-2258 minBrazenlee ShadeeState of the Black Romance Union with Katrina JacksonHello Shaders! Today, Sharonda and Taima speak with Katrina Jackson, romance author, and historian, on the history of Black romance: its past, present, and future. 👉🏾You can find Katrina at the following links below.👉🏾Katrina and Steve's Podcast: Black Romance Has A History👉🏾Katrina's Author Website👉🏾Follow us on our socials: Instagram and Threads @ Brazenlee Shadee. 👉🏾Intro/Outro🎵 Music by FASSounds from PixabaySeason 8.Episode 32025-02-071h 12Brazenlee ShadeeMeant To Be Yours: A ReviewIn today’s episode, Tamia and Sharonda discuss "Meant to Be Yours" by Cyn. They carefully examine the connections between characters, bringing attention to plot holes and issues in character development within the narrative. The discussion also addresses themes of identity and relationships, emphasizing the focus on human emotions and experiences. Furthermore, they explore the important representation of mental health, highlighting its significance within the story.* Have you read Meant to Be Yours yet? Leave a comment and let us know your thoughts as well.*Be sure to follow us on our so...2025-01-3132 minBrazenlee ShadeeBack for the First TimeHi Shaders! Welcome back to Brazenlee Shadee! We're back and ready to start with the shenanigans….again. *We start off briefly explaining a bit why we were on hiatus. *Let's start the New Year off with a banger! We're talking Sir by Ayelle Burke. You can find the book on Amazon for purchase or Kindle Unlimited. * Have you read Sir yet? Leave a 🍆 (comment) and let us know!*Be sure to follow us on our socials: Instagram and Threads @ Brazenlee Shadee. 🎵 Music by FASSounds from Pixabay2025-01-1541 minBrazenlee ShadeeBetter With You🗒️ Hi Shaders!
We are discussing Better with You by Tina Mechelle. Shaders, we tried but we couldn't enjoy this book. You can tap into the show for more.
If you're so interested, you can find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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🎵 intro/outro music credit: For Her Chill Upbeat by Lidérc from Pixabay2024-05-1555 minBrazenlee ShadeeMartin Brothers | Books 1-2🗒️ Hi Shaders!
Tap in as we discuss the first two books in the Martin Brother series by Nina High. We also have another book n bullshit conversation with the latest community tea.
Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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🎵 intro/outro music credit: For Her Chill Upbeat by Lidérc from Pixabay2024-05-061h 03Brazenlee ShadeeOvertake🗒️ Hi Shaders!
Tap in as we talk about our latest read, Overtake by Lucille Lillian. We're talking about a Black formula One driver...
Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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🎵 intro/outro music credit: For Her Chill Upbeat by Lidérc from Pixabay2024-04-2440 minBrazenlee ShadeeMy Curvy Rival: A Spicy NovellaShow Notes 🗒️:
Hi Shaders!
Tap In as we talk about our latest read. If you're a fan of hockey players (former) and big girl representation, then listen in. Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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Hi Shaders! We are fixated on Fixation by Nicole Whitfield. This is a psychological thriller that had us gagged. Find the book on Amazon via KU and it's available for purchase.
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0:00-0:36 into
0:40-28:54 Shon (📖)
28:55-47:01: ai and other book talk
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🎶 music credit (Intro/Outro): Abstract World by A...2024-03-1447 minBrazenlee ShadeeRomancing the Blogger | A Conversation with OhNelReadsWelcome to 2024 shaders! It's another episode of Romancing The Blogger. This is where we spotlight readers in the bookish space. During this episode, we speak with Nel from OhNelReads. Tap In!
📖Book discussion picks up at 55:00; Reverie by J. Chary.
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🎶 music credit (Intro/Outro): Abstract World by Alexi Action from Pixabay (This track on Spotify: https://open.spotif...2024-02-211h 14Brazenlee ShadeeTake it Off: A NovellaWelcome to Season 7 of Brazenlee Shadee Podcast. Its another year of talking books, random singing and of course, shenanigans.
During this episode, we are discussing author Ashley Nicole's newest release, Take it Off.
Tap In! 🎧
**This book is available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited & for purchase.
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🎶 music credit (Intro/Outro): Abstract World by Alexi Action from Pixabay (This track on Spotify: https...2024-02-0750 minBrazenlee ShadeeHoliday HookUps | Sinnamon & GoldsHi! Hello!
Welcome to another episode of Brazenlee Shadee. We are discussing a couple of Thanksgiving inspired stories along with one Veteran's day book, sorry we late.
2:01 to 35:41 Eats for Free & A Perfect Stuffing
35:42 to 56:37 Sinnamons & Gold
**All books are available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited & for purchase.
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🎶 music credit (Intro/Outro): Abstract World by Alexi Action from Pixabay (This track on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5P9qYVx560dYQWLZz4...2023-12-041h 05Brazenlee ShadeeRomancing The Blogger | A Conversation with The Well Read PharmacistWelcome to another episode of Romancing The Blogger. Where we spotlight readers in the bookish space that we feel are deserving of recogoniztion for the specatuclar work they continue to put out into the world. During this episode, we speak with Aniya from The Well Read Pharmacist. Tap In!
Book discussion picks up at 51:40; Appointment Only by Tacarra
👉🏾 You can find AND follow The Well Read Pharmacist via Instagram, Twitter and her Blog.
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👉🏾 You...2023-11-031h 08Brazenlee ShadeeRomancing The Blogger | A Conversation with Facts_From_FictionHello! Hi!
Welcome to our new series, Romancing The Blogger. We will be spotlighting romance readers/reviewers/content creators in the bookish space who are deserving of recognition for the spectacular work they continue to put out into the community. The Keith Lee’s been here 😉. During this episode, we speak with Marlanna from @Facts_From_Fiction . Tap In!
📚Book discussion picks up at 41:00. I'd Rather Be With You by Kay Shanee.
👉🏾 You can find AND follow Facts_from_Fiction via Instagram.
👉🏾 Follow the podcast via our socials: Ins...2023-10-111h 11Brazenlee ShadeeWhat Exactly IS soft Black RomanceThere has been a rise of the term soft black romance in the Black reading space of late and yeah, what is it exactly? Taima and Sharonda have thoughts...per usual lols. Is this term another way of talking down on Urban romance and other aspects of Blackness or are the book girlies really trying to come up with another sub genre of romance? Well, we discuss it here.
👉🏾 Katrina Jackson newsletter post: The annoying hypocrisy of "struggle love"
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👉🏾 Your can leave a r...2023-09-2155 minBrazenlee Shadee91’ Olivia | Sex and RescueHi! Hello!
Welcome to another episode of Brazenlee Shadee. This week, we discuss 91 by Alicia Weathers-Grey followed by Sex and Rescue by A. Blossom.
3:20 to 25:19 91
25:33 to 44:40 Sex and Rescue
**Both books are available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited & for purchase.
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🎶 music credit (I...2023-09-1447 minBrazenlee ShadeeThe B in BIPOC is Always SilentIn Episode 7, we discuss BIPOC-ness, diversity and inclusion in the bookish space. After a recent book con, SteamyLit; there have been rumblings of folk not being as committed to "diversity" even though they are making their platforms the face of it. We also discuss the recent opening of The Ripped Bodice and their lack of Black romances in their new Brooklyn NY store.
We want to send a shout out to Fumni and The WellreadPharmacist for their tweets and Bookish AfroLatina on Instagram.
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2023-08-3051 minBrazenlee ShadeeUnhand Me | Porsha's WolfHi! Hello!
During this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss Unhand Me by Grey Huffingon followed by Porsha's Wolf by Dria Andersen. And you know there is always bookish drama to be discussed.
1:35:22 Unhand Me
19:44:72 Porsha's Wolf
34:15:79 EssenceFest Looking a lil Shady in the Light
41:03:00 Let's Get The facts First
**Both Unhand Me and Porsha's Wolf are available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited & for purchase.
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...2023-07-0552 minBrazenlee ShadeeMr Play for Keeps | BaecationHi! Hello!
During this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss Mr. Play for Keeps by Kimmie Farrell and Baecation by Tacarra.
2:26 Mr. Play for Keeps
21:08 Baecation
31:31 Facebook Groups
35:44 Niggas Writing Niggas That Ain't Never Write Niggas Before
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**Both Mr. Play for Keeps and Baecation are available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited.
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During this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss Somebody's Forever by Robbie Renee. Where there are books, there shall be bulls**t. What would the community be without it, we talk about it all. Tap In! *Note: Sharonda’s mic echoes for a minute or so at the beginning; 2:55 to 3:59.
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**Somebody's Forever is available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited.
...2023-06-1357 minBrazenlee ShadeeEntanglementsHi! Hello!
During this bonus episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss Entanglements by K.L. Hall. Of course, where there are books, there shall be bulls**t. What would the community be without drama, we talk about it. Tap In!
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Entanglements is available via Amazon Kindle Unlimited.
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During this bonus episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss Hostile Takeover by Christina C Jones. First in the Blackwood Billions series, CCJ gave us a story we didn't know we needed. Tap In!
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During this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss The Build Up by Tati Richardson and King's Town Series by Shon. Of course, there will be book community tea. We ask and discuss are we down with Black content creators doing the bare minimum? Tap In!
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Brazenlee ShadeeBack Like We Never LeftHi! Hello!
During this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss...well; our return, latest book reads and of course book community tea. Tamia also has a lipstick recommendation for ya'll. Tap In!
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2023-03-1758 minBrazenlee ShadeeIssa Wrap 2022During this episode, Sharonda and Tamia are winding down and wrapping up 2022.
We want to thank everyone who listened in as we discuss books and so much more. We hope to hear/see you all in 2023.
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Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee.2022-12-311h 53Brazenlee ShadeeBefore I Let GoDuring this episode, Sharonda and Tamia along with special guests, Annette and Candie discuss Before I Let Go by Kennedy Ryan.
We had a lot to talk about with what seems to be the most popular book in romance right now. Tap in for more!
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Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee.2022-11-252h 03Brazenlee ShadeeSomebody's WifeDuring this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss Somebody's Wife by Robbie Renee. Dr. Jemma Holiday and her husband are HBCU royalty, life is good or is it? Dr. Jemma would probably not agree and then walking in on campus is Dr. Ezekial Green and then Jemma's world really tilts. Tap into more as we discuss this highly recommended book.
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Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee.2022-11-1938 minBrazenlee ShadeeWhat's Up Witches! The Kastleton SistersDuring this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss The Kastleton Sisters by Kyeate. This is a witchy Halloween novella. It's released today 10/20/22. Tap in for more!
We would also like to thank the author for providing us with an ARC and the opportunity to read. Thank you for trusting us with your work.
There is no bulls**t (book community tea) during this show.
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Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee.2022-10-2041 minBrazenlee ShadeeDemon's DreamDuring this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuss the book that has the Black book community in a chokehold....literally. Demon's Dream is a book you need to be reading expeditiously! Tap in for our latest and of course, the shenanigans!
There is no bulls**t (book community tea) during this show.
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Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee.2022-09-281h 50Brazenlee ShadeeLuca | HotBoxDuring this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuess Luca by Grey Huffington and Hotbox by Ashley Nicole.
Hotbox picks up at 24:00:806. There is no bulls**t (book community tea) during this show.
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Follow the podcast via our socials: Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee.2022-09-1248 minBrazenlee ShadeeCaptivated by DangerDuring this episode, Sharonda and Tamia discuess Captivated By Danger by Endyia Carter.
Book discussion ends at 1:02:00 and this is were the Bulls**t (book community tea) picks up.
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2022-08-291h 20Brazenlee ShadeeReady | Double or NothingDuring this episode Sharonda and Taima discuss Ready by Alicia Weathers-Grey and Double or Nothing: A Souls Ties Short by Thee Tasha Marie.
Book discussion ends at and this is were the bulls**t (book community tea) picks up.
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2022-08-221h 04Brazenlee ShadeeWe Could've BeenHello listeners! oh today do we have a episode for you. We are joined by Annette (@ThatGirllShaun) and Candy (@tennei) as we discusss We Could've Been by Ladii Neesha. And of course, you know we could not end the episode without our bulls**t and Taima has something to get off her chest.
note: This episode is 2 hrs in length. The bulls**t part starts at 1:15:22.
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Follow the podcast via our socials; Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee.2022-07-272h 00Brazenlee ShadeeLet's Catch Up, June Wrap UpDuring this episode, Sharonda and Taima are just shooting the s**t and wrapping up the month of June which was somewhat of a hiatus for us. Tap in and catch up on what we read. Taima tells us about her first bookish event; IndieLove 2022. And of course, a little bit of book community tea.
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Brazenlee ShadeeA Liberated Group ProjectDuring this episode, Sharonda and Taima discuss two books! two ya'll. Those books are Liberated by Kimberly Brown and Group Project by Honesty Price.
*As always what we may or may not have enjoyed, we will always encourage readers to pick up books read/recommended on this podcast.
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2022-06-0850 minBrazenlee ShadeeTo Her RescueDuring this episode Sharonda and Taima discuss To Her Rescue by Dria Andersen, a paranormal shifter romance.
Tap In!
*Sharonda was having mic issues. Please excuse the echo/garbled sound.
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Follow the podcast via our socials; Instagram and Twitter @brazenleeshadee2022-05-2053 min
Brazenlee ShadeeBeing a Black Romance ReviewerDuring this episode Sharonda, Taima and their special guest Annette discuss being a Black romance reviewer in the book community. We dicuss the struggles of maintaining a thriving space as a critical book reviewer.
You can find Annette via Goodreads.
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Brazenlee ShadeeI'll Come Back to You | PersonalDuring this episode, we're discussing:
I'll come back for You by Charish Reid, a spooky paranoramal read with romantic hook up between old friends.
Personal by Alexandria House, the third book in this authors St Louis Cyclones series.
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Brazenlee ShadeeThe ReplacementsDuring this episode, we have guests! Join us as we discus Shae Sanders The Replacements, a book release January 0f 2022. This is a grumpy boss Black romance that has great topics of discussion and discuss we did. Tap In!
Find our guests via Instagram: @facts_from_fiction | @ariesreadtoo | @icandi27
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Follow the podcast via our socials, Instagram and Twitter: @brazenleeshadee2022-03-251h 17Brazenlee ShadeeWe're Back!Season five of Brazenlee Shadee has arrived Baby! Sharonda and Taima are happy to be back to talk Books n Bullshit.
In this episode, we are simply catching you guys up on the happenings during our hiatus. We are talking: the books we read and...didn't, Black booktokers in February 2022 and a host of other mess. Tap in ya'll!
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Brazenlee ShadeeAuthor Interview | Alexandria HouseShow Notes:
During this episode, we talk to multi talented author Alexandria House: Website
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It's time for Christmas romances!
Book 1: Bad Santa by Kiru Taye (1:37 to 22:47)
Available: Amazon | Barnes&Noble
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Book 2: Pre-Teen Wolf by Lucy Eden (22:49 to 36:32)
Available: Amazon | Barnes&Noble
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During this episode, Sharonda and Taima discuss the latest internet book community drama.
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This episode kicks off our Thanksgiving reads for the year. With this Holiday comes family and dinner....then the drama.
The Books: Pumpkin by Megan Wade | Come To Dinner by Author Aseera
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The Books: Trapped by Shae Sanders | Deja Boo by Kyeate | JACK: Halloween Monster Erotica by Layla Fae
The Bullshit: Hmmmm.....
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The Books: Boo'ed Up by Danielle Allen | A Halloween Night Affair by Della Rae Britton | Fear & Other Love Languages by Aveda Vice
The Bullshit: So *some authors are still tagging their books under incorrect tags on Amazon.
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Brazenlee ShadeeAuthor Interview | Brenda JacksonShow Notes:
There is really nothing to say but tap in and listen to iconic romance author Brenda Jackson speak on her writing career, publishing and some of her most popular romance books and series.
The Books: Madaris series, The Westmorelands, The Outlaws and more.
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Romance in ColourSeason 3. Episode 3: The Golden Age of Black Rom-ComsWhere did all the black rom-coms go? The Golden Age of the Black Rom Com of the late 90s/early 00s seems to have come and gone. In this episode, we talk about the rise and fall of the Black Rom-Com, some of our faves, and what it would take for Black rom-coms to have a Renaissance. In Hot Topics in Romance, Yakini talks about Lori and MBJ, Will Smith confirming our suspicions and BowWow and Diddy having a man-to-man over his ex. In Listening to Romance, we shout out the Brazen Babes Podcast with Sharonda and Taima (https...2021-10-0157 minBrazenlee ShadeeThe Perfect Flame | Sips Of HerShow Notes:
The Books: The Perfect Flame by Indigio and Sips of Her by Karmen Lee
The Bullshit: When do you DNF an Author? and Name Dropping fellow readers in negative reviews (32:27)
*correction: character's name is West, not Miller.
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2021-09-1849 min
Brazenlee ShadeeAuthor Interview | Shae SandersShow Notes:
Author Shae Sanders talks her writing journey, her newest release Brand New which is part of her On the Clock series.
Find Shae via her Website
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Brazenlee ShadeeFree to SurrenderHey Listeners! This episode is another... random bookish discussion. We also talk a bit about the latest book community drama and how we are both kind of feeling a disconnect to said book community. Click on the audio to see what we got into this time!
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Books Discussed:
Free Game by Kema B.
Hunger by Nicole Falls
Surrender by Rilzy Adams
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Brazenlee ShadeeShe Said He's Just FriendHey Listeners! This episode is....random. Oh we are still talking books but decided not to hold ourselves to a theme this month. Click on the audio to see what we got into this time!
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Books Discussed:
A Time to Love by Ivy Laika
Someone to Call my Lover by Bree Wright
Just A Friend by Ashley Nicole
2021-08-0658 min
Brazenlee ShadeeYou Caught Us Fumbling?Hey Listeners! We're back with not just another sports romance bookish discussion. We also talk some random conversations (still bookish related) as well. Click on the audio for more details.
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Books in this episode (no particular order):
Loved Scammed by Rilzy Adams
Here Comes The Sun by Bella Jay
Sand To the Beach by Shae Sanders
Holiday Hook Up series by Danielle Allen
The Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose...2021-07-301h 17
Brazenlee ShadeeCan't Catch Me FumblingHey Listeners! Join Sharonda and Taima as they talk Sports Romance this month. Click on the audio for more details. Books mentioned in this episode are linked below.
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Can't Catch Me By Alexandra Warren | Fumble Recovery by Rae Shawn
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Brazenlee ShadeeUndeniableHey Listeners! Its another month. Join Sharonda and Taima as they discuss books on June's topic: interracial romance.
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The Books: Undeniable by Delaney Diamond | Being Cordial by Meka James | Reminiscing by Tierra Cox
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Brazenlee ShadeeAuthor Interview | Mariah KingsleyHey Ya'll! It's our first author interview here at the podcast and during this episode we talk to author Mariah Kingsley. Click on the listen now button to here more.
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The Book: I Wish You Were
The Author: Mariah Kingsley - Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Amazon
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Where to find Us: Instagram | Twitter | Website | contact us: brazenleeshadee@yahoo.com2021-05-2052 min
Brazenlee ShadeeAva Freeman's After Hour SeriesHey Ya'll! In todays episode we are discussing our first set of books for this months theme of Queer romance. Ava Freeman has several series available that are lesbian romance, check her out. Click the listen button to here our discussion.
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The books: After Hour Series
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2021-05-071h 01
Brazenlee ShadeeJust Say Yes | Best Friends Twice The BenefitsHey Ya'll! In this episode we discuss more poly romances. In this episode, we felt like one of the books wasn't exactly poly but click the play button to hear more.
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The books:
Just Say Yes
Best Friends With Twice the Benefits
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2021-04-2150 min
Between The Pages24. Brazenlee Shadee (with Brazen Babe Reviews Podcast)Get ready for a laugh-filled episode! Caitlin welcomes Sharonda Isadora and Taima from the Brazen Babe Review podcast to talk all about Black romance novels, the importance of nuanced stories of Black love, and some of their steamiest recommendations. _________________________Show NotesBooks mentionedTonight and Forever by Brenda JacksonEquivalent Exchange by Christina C. JonesThe Cask by Danielle Allen (full series)The Gift by Rilzy Adams (Falling Like a Johnson series)Birthday Shot by Rilzy AdamsThe Time Shared by Endiya CarterHis Weekend Special by Endiya CarterHeld In Contempt by Eva SherieShift Change by...2021-04-0848 min
Brazenlee ShadeeFrom Scratch | The NannyHey Ya'll! In this episode we discuss From Scratch and The Nanny. Both are polyamory romances which will be this months focus. Click the play button to hear more.
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The Books:
From Scratch
The Nanny
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Brazenlee ShadeeOlder Women Enjoying Younger MenHey Ya'll! Taima & Sharonda discuss more age gap romances. This time, we're talking more on older Black women enjoying their p*ssies! with who? younger men! Join in on the conversation.
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The Books:
F*ck Around and Find Out by Nicole Falls (book 1)
If She Says Yes by Tasha L. Harrison (book 2)
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Brazenlee ShadeeAge Is No BotherHey Listeners! On this episode of Brazenlee Shadee, Tamia and Sharonda discuss the first and second books in Emem Bassey's Age Is No Bother series. This series is African romance and the books are age gap.
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The Books:
Fine Wine (book 1)
Fine Maple (book 2)
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2021-03-101h 21
Brazenlee ShadeeBig Dick EnergySharonda & Taima talk The Red Room by India Norfleet and BigDickEnergy.com by Genesis Woods. We also briefly discuss how we felt about BHM this year. We want a refund.
Book talk first, then BHM.
(Apologies): At 1:18:13, Sharonda's dog starts briefly barking.
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contact us: brazenleeshadee@yahoo.com2021-02-241h 42Brazenlee ShadeeCruising To LoveJoin us as we discuss the Luminous Cruise Chronicles, an eight book series which covers love & quarantine....on a cruise ship.
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The Series:
Love on The Luminous by Chenica C Higgins
Love on Deck by Ashley Nicole
Love Overboard by D. Rose
Love on Cruise Control by T. Key
Love Unexpected by Turtleberry
Love's False Start by Diana W.
Love Lessons by Honesty Price
Love Under Quarantine by Nicole Falls
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I...2021-02-101h 08Brazenlee ShadeeExotic Love | No FraternizingJoin us as we talk Exotic Love & No Fraternizing. As usual, we have our ups and downs with both books. Both books had the presence of a strong female lead (which we love to death) but somewhere along the line some "things" changed... Tap in Ya'll!
*correction on name of instagram @ around 1:10:10 when we are discussing bookish award nominations, should be Black Girls Who Write.
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Book Links:
Exotic Love
No Fraternizing
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Brazenlee ShadeeLet Us Reintroduce OurselvesHey Ya'll! Welcome to a new season! We have some thangs planned...but...before we get into all of that, we would like to formally introduce ourselves and talk about a couple of New Years books we read. Tap in Ya'll!
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Books Discussed:
Midnight Stroke by Te' Russ
A Fake Girlfriend for Chinese New Year by Jackie Lau
Brand New by Rilzy Adams
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#readwhatyougot task (via Instagram)
The Swoon Awards (Amber, Lynell, Ari & Nick)
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2021-01-0659 min
Brazenlee ShadeeYa Filthy Animals, Christmas ReadsThis episode isn't as "wild" as our usual but....
Christmas is over, here's what we read, the year 2020 was a complete and utter f**king dread!
This is our last episode of the year! we appreciate ya'll. Talk to ya in 2021!
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Books Discussed:
Jackie Lau A Second Chance Road Trip for Christmas
J Shanee Byers Flirtatiously
Shae Sanders Santa’s Helper
D. Rose My One Christmas List
Bonus Book:
K. Sterling Stuffed
Shanel Treasured Holiday
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Brazenlee ShadeeWhen the Loving is GoodOh hey Babes! In this episode of Moaning Mondays, Sharonda & Taima are always talking shit but when the loving is good in these books! we sing our praises. Tap in!
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Books Discussed:
The Love Galore Mixtape by Alexandria House
Held In Contempt by Eva Sherie (erotic pen name for Shay Davis)
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Tamia | https://www.instagram.com/shadesnpages/
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Brazenlee ShadeeErotica??? We Were ConfusionShow #1: Taima and Sharonda talk a couple of books that were erotic in nature...but we had some issues. Listen in!
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Tamia | https://www.instagram.com/shadesnpages/
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Books discussed:
Nasty by Lakisha Nicole
Quarantine Chronicles: Erotique Noire by Zahara
Sa'id by L'Amour Coulture
If She Says Yes by Tasha L. Harrison2020-12-161h 15Brazenlee ShadeeA Halloween Round UpSharonda and Taima discuss our spooky and not so spooky reads for 2020.
And of course, other discussions as well.
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Books mentioned:
Trick & Treat by Shae Sanders
Boos & Booz Series by various authors
A Masked Murder by Necole Ryse
Honorable Mentions:
Mating The Huntress by Talia Hibbert
The Tenant by Katrina Ja...2020-11-101h 27Brazenlee ShadeeSeasoned Romance, We Would Like to See MoreHey Babes! Myself and Taima from ShadenPages have another conversation during this episode on seasoned romance. We discuss the sub-genre and what we would like to see more of from a readers perspective.
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Books discussed:
Set by Alexandria House
Monica Walters:
Until I Met You
When You Touch Me
Sheryl Lister:
Do Me
Closer to You
Madaris Family Saga by B...2020-10-201h 08
Brazenlee ShadeeWhat's Sitting In Your Reading LibrariesDuring this episode, I'm talking culling your reading libraries (digital and physical).
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brazen-babe-reviews/support2020-10-1400 minBrazenlee ShadeeNaughty GirlIn this episode of Moaning Mondays, Taima from shadenpages joins in on the conversation. We will discuss the first book in Deep's Kya Chronicles.
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Book discussed: Naughty Girl on Amazon
Deep's Author Page
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Contact Me: brazenabereviews@gmail.com2020-09-211h 01Brazenlee ShadeeQuitting Time | TeaseI'm discussing two erotic shorts:
Quitting Time by Ashley Nicole
Tease (Sweet Spot Shorts) by Aja
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2020-08-2524 minBrazenlee ShadeeThe Roommate | Birthday SexRomance books with "bite".
Books talked about in this episode:
The Roommate by Brandy Bush
Birthday Sex: A Sexy Short by Te Russ
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Contact Me: brazenbabereviews@gmail.com2020-07-1426 minBrazenlee ShadeeEpisode 28. Talking Books and A Movie | Beautiful & Dirty by Katrina Jackson & The LovebirdsDouble the conversation. I'm discussing Katrina Jackson latest release in a new series and the Netflix movie The Lovebirds.
*Note this review was previously published on my YouTube channel.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brazen-babe-reviews/support2020-04-1845 minBrazenlee ShadeeJust Talking | Whats Going On?How are ya'll been doing with the CoronaVirus going on around you? Let's talk.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brazen-babe-reviews/support2020-04-0236 minBrazenlee ShadeeInevitable ConclusionsSo about those friends to lovers reads.....I'm talking book 1 in Christina C. Jones Inevitable series.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/brazen-babe-reviews/support2020-03-1600 minBrazenlee ShadeeThem Boys SeriesHey Babes!
In today's show, I'm talking Them Boys series by Alexandria House. Set, Jah and Shu. Overall, a likable series but we must discuss the themes of traumas in romance at times not be fully fleshed out and resolved.
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Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brazenleeshadee/message2020-02-1047 minBrazenlee ShadeeBlack Romance Classic RetellingsHey Babes! In today's show, we're talking retellings and romance. Ever wondered how black romance would go if it it was told from a classic romance POV? Well, I'm taking two books today that does that. Annabelle and Lee by Danielle Allen (a take on Edgar Allen Poe's Annabele Lee) & Thickerella by Tanzania Glover (a take on Cinderella).
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