Lit Vibes Only

Join Amanda and Kelsey as they celebrate Black History Month by recommending impactful books that highlight Black stories and authors. They dive into four great books, including fiction and non-fiction, that explore complex narratives and experiences within the Black community. Don’t forget to let us know your recommendations for Black authors and stories!

00:00 Welcome to Lit Vibes Only!

00:22 Engage with Us on Social Media

01:51 All About Black History Month

07:02 ‘The Autobiography of Malcolm X’ by Malcom X and Alex Haley

15:58 ‘The Underground Railroad’ by Colson Whitehead

26:45 ‘Somebody's Daughter’ by Ashley C. Ford

30:40 ‘Caucasia’ by Danzy Senna

39:10 Final Thoughts and Book Recap

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Join Kelsey and Amanda as they explore the tumultuous relationship of Yasmin and Josiah in Kennedy Ryan's romance novel 'Before I Let Go’. They delve into its themes of love, therapy in the Black community, and second chances. Expect heartfelt insights, some humorous rants, and, of course heated debates. Did Kelsey get a Lit It from Amanda for this book? Tune in to find out!

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Join Kelsey and Amanda in a fun Q&A as they reveal just what kind of readers they are. Which of them never rereads books? Which of them absolutely judges a book by its cover? Which of them has DNF’d more books? Tune in to find out and then don’t forget to hop on our socials to tell us what kind of reader YOU are!

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Join Kelsey and Amanda as they passionately debate Freda McFadden's 'The Inmate,' where plot holes and fickle romance left Kelsey fuming and Amanda entertained. Get ready for a wildly entertaining and brutally honest discussion about the strengths and weaknesses of this gripping thriller.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:36 Social Media and Community Engagement

01:52 Chit Chat w/ Amanda & Kelsey

11:15 Book Discussion: The Inmate by Freda McFadden

43:40 Final Recommendations

45:45 LITerally the Best and LITerally the Worst

01:01:40 Wrap-Up and Social Media Plugs

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Join Amanda and Kelsey as they explore Muslim American Heritage Month through a series of inspiring book recommendations. They delve into the rich cultural narratives produced by Muslim American authors. Tune in to discover books like 'All My Rage' by Sabaa Tahir, 'This Woven Kingdom' by Tahira Mafi, and more. Don’t forget to comment and let us know your recommendations for Muslim American authors and stories!

00:00 Welcome and Social Media Plugs

01:20 Chit Chat w/ Amanda & Kelsey

10:29 January Lit Recs: Celebrating Muslim American Heritage Month

18:14 'Courting Samira' by Amal Awad

19:31 ‘All My Rage' by Sabaa Tahir

27:28 'This Woven Kingdom' by Tahira Maafi

31:31 'Unashamed' by Leah Vernon

37:16 Recap and Final Thoughts

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Join Kelsey and Amanda as they kick off the New Year dissecting the romantasy hit Fourth Wing, diving headfirst into dragon mayhem, sizzling romance, and no-holds-barred critiques. They discuss everything from the book's world-building and characters to its intense romance and smut. They also touch on fan theories and speculate on what might come in the next installment!

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In this final episode of Lit Vibes Only for 2024, Kelsey and Amanda look back on a year filled with great reads and book discussions. They share their top five books of the year, insights on upcoming reads for 2025, answer questions about their 2024 reading journey, and reflect on their favorite moments of the podcast so far. Don't miss their rapid-fire Q&A session and plans for the year to come!

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Join Amanda and Kelsey as they tackle the world of audiobooks and debate whether listening to an audiobook counts as reading, share the struggles and benefits of each format, and recommend their favorite audiobooks. Tune in to hear their take on multitasking with audiobooks, the impact of narrators, and the intriguing new trend of immersive reading!

00:00 Welcome to Lit Vibes Only

00:23 Engage with Us on Social Media

00:47 Chit Chat w/ Amanda & Kelsey

09:20 Is Listening to an Audiobook Reading?

22:12 Personal Preferences: Audiobooks vs. Reading

25:03 The Struggles of Listening to Audiobooks with ADHD

26:58 Benefits of Audiobooks

28:24 Narrator Impact on Audiobook Experience

30:24 Audiobook Recommendations and Platforms

38:20 Challenges and Limitations of Audiobooks

44:21 Immersive Reading Trend

46:21 Final Thoughts and Social Media Plugs

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Join Kelsey and Amanda as they dive into a detailed discussion of 'Yellowface' by R.F. Kuang. They explore various themes such as race, privilege, and ethics in the publishing industry, while sharing their opinions on the book and characters. Tune in for an insightful conversation about identity and the complexities that come with storytelling.

00:00 Introduction and Social Media Plugs

01:31 Chit Chat w/ Amanda & Kelsey

02:51 Casting Speculations for Verity Movie

12:32 Book Discussion

43:03 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

46:41 Literally the Best and Literally the Worst 

57:46 Social Media and Contact Information

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Join Amanda and Kelsey as they dive into their book recommendations for the month of December which celebrate immigrant stories. Prepare for thought-provoking book discussions as they unpack these impactful stories, their thoughts on them, and the continued importance of highlighting diverse authors and stories. 

00:00 Welcome to Lit Vibes Only

00:33 Social Media and Sticker Giveaway

03:23 Chit Chat w/ Amanda & Kelsey

10:51 Why We Chose Immigrant Stories

12:51 Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkerson

18:49 A Woman Is No Man by Etaf Rum

24:11 The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini

31:03 Dear America: Notes of An Undocumented Citizen  by Jose Antonia Vargas

41:02 Social Media Plug and Giveaway Reminder

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