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  • Ep. 37: The Fat Kat Chronicles
    May 3 2026

    Welcome back to The Lit Library! May the spirit of literacy bloom in your life!

    Your favorite literary baddies are back and ready to talk books! That’s right–we are bringing you Tati Richardson’s second book in the boss chick series, Struck Speechless. This romantic comedy centers around Jackie Miles, sports agent to the stars and Antonio Steel, retired NFL player turned sports agent. Jackie and Antonio have some unfinished business but can they get beyond the looming obstacles to finish what they started. It’s not as easy as it seems, especially when Jackie has to overcome chakras that zip her lips. This is a creatively cute second chance romance, sure to make you swoon. Make sure you have your copy ordered, NOW!

    Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson will leave you wondering where the hell is Carol.

    Panel

    Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG/Threads)

    Jaleesa - @JaleesaReads (X) | @JaleesaReads (TikTok) | @JaleesaReads (IG/Threads)

    Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)

    Fancy - @authordhrenfroe (TikTok) | @authordhrenfroe (IG/Threads)

    Diamond - @foreveradime (Tik Tok) | @bookmarksnbrunches (IG)

    Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary.

    Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!

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    49 min
  • Ep. 36: The Art of Her Loving Us More Than You
    Apr 10 2026

    Welcome back to The Lit Library! April showers bring highly anticipated releases!

    Your favorite literary baddies are back with a special guest! That’s right–we have another amazing guest. THEE Natasha Bishop stops by to discuss her upcoming release, The Art of Love You. As we wait for April 14th, we ask Natasha to introduce readers to Dani and Micah and their game of tug-o-war. This is a beautiful story of healing, grief, and shared loss. Make sure you have your copy ordered, NOW!

    Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson will leave you wondering where the hell is Carol.

    Panel

    Natasha - @natashabishopwrites (IG/Threads) | @natashabishopwrites (TikTok)

    Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG/Threads)

    Jaleesa - @JaleesaReads (X) | @JaleesaReads (TikTok) | @JaleesaReads (IG/Threads)

    Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)

    Fancy - @authordhrenfroe (TikTok) | @authordhrenfroe (IG/Threads)

    Diamond - @foreveradime (Tik Tok) | @bookmarksnbrunches (IG)

    Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary.

    Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!

    Share this podcast with a friend, a loved one, a coworker, or even a stranger!

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    51 min
  • Ep. 35: Don’t Be A Dick Cuz Pussies Is Strong
    Apr 3 2026

    Welcome back to The Lit Library! Your favorite literary baddies are ready to get back to our #BOTM routine and this month we’re discussing We Don’t Talk About Carol. The debut novel from Kristen L. Berry. Imagine finding out one day you had an aunt who went “missing” and nobody bothered to look for her. And when you did go digging you were always met with resistance and lies. That’s what happens when Sydney makes the journey back to North Carolina after the passing of her grandmother. Buckle up for this suspenseful ride!

    Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson will leave you wondering where the hell is Carol.

    Panel

    Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG/Threads)

    Jaleesa - @JaleesaReads (X) | @JaleesaReads (TikTok) | @JaleesaReads (IG/Threads)

    Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)

    Fancy - @authordhrenfroe (TikTok) | @authordhrenfroe (IG/Threads)

    Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary.

    Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!

    Share this podcast with a friend, a loved one, a coworker, or even a stranger!

    Contact

    Twitter: @Th3LitLibrary

    Instagram/Threads: ItsTheLitLibrary

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    Facebook: It's The Lit Library

    Email: ItsTheLitLibrary@gmail.com

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    1 h et 21 min
  • Ep. 34: Can I Give You Some Skittles Feat. Frederick Smith
    Mar 10 2026
    Welcome back to The Lit Library! Our Legendary February hits its final stop on the #RoadtoBRBF26. This week we are joined by the brilliant Frederick Smith. Your favorite literary baddies are so excited to chat with Frederick as he is one of the emerging queer voices in Black Romance. Frederick drops knowledge on sharpening your pen. The legends who inspire him and reading outside of your genre. We also talk about his upcoming release Love Is A Contact Sport and revisit One and Done. We share all the laughs as we keep trucking on the road to #BRBF26.Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson will elevate you.Panel Frederick Smith - Frederick Smith Website | @fsmith827 (IG/Threads/Twitter)Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG/Threads)Diamond - @foreveradime (Tik Tok) | @bookmarksnbrunches (IG/Threads)Jaleesa - @JaleesaReads (X) | @JaleesaReads (TikTok) | @JaleesaReads (IG/Threads) Bri - @bookbaebri (IG) | @bookbaebri (Threads) Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary. Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!Share this podcast with a friend, a loved one, a coworker, or even a stranger!ContactTwitter: @Th3LitLibrary Instagram/Threads: ItsTheLitLibrary Tik Tok: @ItsTheLitLibraryFacebook: It's The Lit LibraryEmail: ItsTheLitLibrary@gmail.com
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    1 h et 26 min
  • Ep. 33: We Are Best Friends…Despite Scamming Feat. Brenda Jackson
    Mar 2 2026

    Welcome back to The Lit Library! Our Legendary February hits its final stop on the #RoadtoBRBF26. This week we are joined by yet another Black Romance Legend, Brenda Jackson.

    Your favorite literary baddies are excited and in awe to have the opportunity to sit down with Miss Brenda Jackson who has penned over 150 novels. She is the first Black Romance author to be a NY Times and USA Today Best Selling author. With over 30 years of longevity in the literary world, Miss Brenda still made time and space to come and educate us and pour into The Lit Library. Brenda Jackson is a true Legend and plans to continue writing as she gives us details on her 2026 releases and her journey to #BRBF26.

    Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson will elevate you.

    Panel

    Brenda Jackson - Brenda Jackson Website | @author_brendajackson (IG)

    Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG)

    Fancy - @authordhrenfroe (TikTok) | @authordhrenfroe (IG/Threads)

    Jaleesa - @JaleesaReads (X) | @JaleesaReads (TikTok) | @JaleesaReads (IG)

    Bri - @Bri.Kristen (IG)

    Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)

    Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary.

    Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!

    Share this podcast with a friend, a loved one, a coworker, or even a stranger!

    Contact

    Twitter: @Th3LitLibrary

    Instagram/Threads: ItsTheLitLibrary

    Tik Tok: @ItsTheLitLibrary

    Facebook: It's The Lit Library

    Email: ItsTheLitLibrary@gmail.com


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    2 h et 20 min
  • Ep. 32: Why Are Y’all Stuck In The 90’s?! Feat. Donna Hill
    Feb 22 2026

    Welcome back to The Lit Library! Our Legendary February series continues as we keep on down the #RoadtoBRBF26 journey. This week we are joined by yet another Black Romance pioneer and legend, Donna Hill.

    Your favorite literary baddies are honored and in awe to have the opportunity to sit down with Miss Donna who has maintained 35 years of longevity in the literary world. Not only does she share knowledge and history pertaining to penning black romance, she wants to know “Why Are Y’all Stuck In The 90’s?” as we discuss her debut novel, Rooms of The Heart. Donna Hill maintains her staying power as she gives us details on her 2026 releases and her journey to #BRBF26.

    Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson will elevate you.

    Panel

    Donna Hill - Donna Hill Website | @brooklyngirl737 (IG)

    Diamond - @foreveradime (Tik Tok) | @bookmarksnbrunches (IG)

    Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG)

    Fancy - @authordhrenfroe (TikTok) | @authordhrenfroe (IG/Threads)

    Jaleesa - @JaleesaReads (X) | @JaleesaReads (TikTok) | @JaleesaReads (IG)

    Bri - @Bri.Kristen (IG)

    Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)

    Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary.

    Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!

    Share this podcast with a friend, a loved one, a coworker, or even a stranger!

    Contact

    Twitter: @Th3LitLibrary

    Instagram/Threads: ItsTheLitLibrary

    Tik Tok: @ItsTheLitLibrary

    Facebook: It's The Lit Library

    Email: ItsTheLitLibrary@gmail.com


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    1 h et 16 min
  • Ep. 31: The Spoiling is Generational Feat. Beverly Jenkins
    Feb 8 2026

    Welcome back to The Lit Library! This episode kicks off our Legendary February series as part of our #RoadtoBRBF26 . Who better to usher in the series than THEE legend herself, Miss Beverly Jenkins.

    Your favorite literary baddies are honored and in awe to have the opportunity to sit down with Miss Beverly and talk all things Black Romance! We discuss Miss Beverly’s first published book, Night Song, a historical fiction romance following Cara and Chase’s love story in a post-Civil War era. We also take the opportunity to sit and listen as Miss Beverly shares a wealth of knowledge, wisdom, and history as it pertains to the Black Romance.

    Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson will elevate you.

    Panel

    Beverly Jenkins - Beverly Jenkins Website | @authorMsBev (X)

    Diamond - @foreveradime (Tik Tok) | @bookmarksnbrunches (IG)

    Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG)

    Fancy - @authordhrenfroe (TikTok) | @authordhrenfroe (IG/Threads)

    Jaleesa - @JaleesaReads (X) | @JaleesaReads (TikTok) | @JaleesaReads (IG)

    Bri - @Bri.Kristen (IG)

    Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)

    Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary.

    Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!

    Share this podcast with a friend, a loved one, a coworker, or even a stranger!

    Contact

    Twitter: @Th3LitLibrary

    Instagram/Threads: ItsTheLitLibrary

    Tik Tok: @ItsTheLitLibrary

    Facebook: It's The Lit Library

    Email: ItsTheLitLibrary@gmail.com


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    1 h et 36 min
  • Ep. 30: Shoop, Shoop, Shoop...Finally Exhaling
    Jan 30 2026

    Welcome back to The Lit Library! This episode we’re back and ready to discuss our #BOTM–Waiting To Exhale.

    Your favorite literary baddies sit down and examine the Terry McMillan classic with a 30+ perspective. We slide down memory lane as we talk Savannah, Gloria, Robin and Bernadine. This book and the movie certainly hits different when you’re in a more mature phase of your womanhood.

    Welcome to The Lit Library, where the books are Black, the discussions are bold, and this week’s lesson might just save you.

    Panel

    Diamond - @foreveradime (Tik Tok) | @bookmarksnbrunches (IG)

    Shawndra - @Elle_Monique (X) | @Poppin_Pages (Tik Tok) | @Poppin_Pages (IG)

    Fancy - @authordhrenfroe (TikTok) | @authordhrenfroe (IG/Threads)

    Bri - @Bri.Kristen (IG)

    Candice - @TheWriteBarnes (X) | @TheWriteBarnes (TikTok) | @TheWriteBarnes (IG)

    Enjoy! We appreciate you taking a chance on us and welcome all feedback and commentary.

    Use the hashtag #TheLitLibrary on social media when live listening and posting about the show!

    Share this podcast with a friend, a loved one, a coworker, or even a stranger!

    Contact

    Twitter: @Th3LitLibrary

    Instagram: ItsTheLitLibrary

    Tik Tok: @ItsTheLitLibrary

    Facebook: It's The Lit Library

    Email: ItsTheLitLibrary@gmail.com

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    49 min