S3Pp17: 6 Black Romantasy Books to Add to Your TBR

Summary

In this episode of the Pouring Over Books podcast, LaShawn discusses her love for the Romantasy genre, particularly Black Romantasy books since it is Black History Month. She critiques the derogatory term ‘fairy smut’ and addresses the elitism surrounding literature, emphasizing the importance of escapism in reading. LaShawn highlights the lack of diversity in Romantasy literature and shares her favorite book recommendations by Black authors. She also touches on her current reads

Books and Articles Mentioned in this Podcast

Lore of the Wilds by Analeigh Sbrana

Our Vicious Oaths By NE Davenport

The Book of Azriel by Amber Nicole

Vicious Bonds by Shanora Williams

Son of the Morning  By Akwaeke Emezi 

The Last One (Vallendor Book 1) Rachel Howzell Hall 

Kin by Tayari Jones

Sula By Toni Morrison

Brimestone By Callie Hart

If I ruled the World By Amy Dubois Barnett

Daggermouth by H.M. Wolfe

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