In this podcast episode, we discuss the book "Ace of Spades" with author Faridah bk-ymd. The book follows two Black students, Devon and Chiamaka, in their senior year at a prestigious private school. They must come together to stop an anonymous entity from spreading their secrets. The host and special guest discuss techniques for setting the mood while reading the book, such as watching early 2000s media, listening to piano music, and imagining pastel visuals. We also suggest the Nigerian beverage Super Malt as a companion and the aroma of sage to enhance the reading experience. The host and special guest then reimagine a scene from the book, showcasing the characters' fashion choices and interactions. The episode concludes with the author encouraging readers to question societal systems and mentioning her upcoming book.

You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:

https://booksenvogue.com/2023/10/03/season-1-episode-8/

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Author, Gail-Agnes Musikavanhu is here to discuss debut novel Ride Or Die . Gail-Agnes shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/26/season-1-episode-7/

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Debut author, Ehigbor Okosun is here to discuss Forged by Blood. Ehigbor shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/19/season-1-episode-6/.

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Fellow reader & podcaster, Seanathan Polidore is here to discuss the upcoming novel-to-tv series, The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila Harris. Seanathan shares tips for setting the reading mood and even reenacted a favorite scene from the book with me.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/12/season-1-episode-5

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Author, Brittany N. Williams is here to discuss her historical fantasy YA novel, That Self-Same Metal. This book is perfect for fans of the Orisha, William Shakespeare, fairies, and historical fantasy. Brittany shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.

You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website: https://booksenvogue.com/2023/09/05/season-1-episode-4/.

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Fellow reader, Jacques Hunter is here to discuss the classic novel, The Comet by W. E. B. Du Bois. This book is perfect for fans of Afrofuturism. Jacques shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.

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https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/29/season-1-episode-3/.

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Author Erin E. Adams is here to discuss her debut novel, Jackal. This book is perfect for spooky season. Erin shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.

You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website: https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/20/season-1-episode-2/.

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Author Kelis Rowe is here to discuss her debut novel, Finding Jupiter. This summer romance is set in Memphis, Tennessee. Kelis shares tips for setting the reading mood and reenacts a favorite scene from the book.

You can find this episodes transcript on the Books en Vogue website:

https://booksenvogue.com/2023/08/15/season-1-episode-1/

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