Feminist Book Club is the premier online hub for intersectional readers and anyone who wants to infuse their bookshelves with social justice. We encourage resistance through reading with our blog, podcast, events, and our signature monthly subscription box.
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The Marketplace is a weekly podcast posted every Sunday and hosted by Priest Willis, Sr. The podcast is created with you in mind and talks with a variety of industries such as education, business, sports, comedy, entrepreneurship and more!
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The Product Biz Made Easy Podcast helps entrepreneurs scale their product-based businesses. Each week we share sales strategies, marketing advice, or inspiring interviews. We chat all about wholesale, eCommerce, Amazon, Etsy, private label, trade shows, sales reps, manufacturing, and all things product-based business.
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Makers Gonna Sell: A Podcast for Creative Entrepreneurs with Cheryl Ham and Nicky Avery
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We're bringing you behind the scenes of our handmade businesses, so you can see what it takes to turn that side hustle into a full time income. Get ready to dive in, because we're sharing our very best tips and strategies to launch, grow, and scale your creative business.
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We’re not sure what this episode says about us as a team, but we like gross shit and we look up to rebels. In the first segment, listen in as Rah and Mariquita tell one another about some books they love that just gave them the ick. Then stick around for Sam’s review of Rebel Girl by Kathleen Hanna. Somehow Kathy Acker is name dropped twice in this…
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Sometimes our contributors just want to tell you about the delightful books they’ve read recently, so tune in for four book reviews on some recent releases. What’s in this episode: The Backtrack by Erin LaRosa, reviewed by Mariquita (0:21) Loud: Accept Nothing Less Than the Life You Deserve by Drew Afualo, reviewed by Renee (3:25) Creation Lake by …
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Renee shares some of her favorite mental health memoirs and Mariquita interviews author Anamely Salgado Reyes, all in a search for the answer to an age-old question: Are we mad or is it just trauma? Renee’s Reading Corner: Mental Health Memoirs (0:21) Instead of a longer review of one book, Renee shares six mental health memoirs that made a last im…
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Reclaiming Our Narratives: Crisis in the Philippines and Love in Indian Country
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The phrase “own voices” gets tossed around the bookish internet a lot, but have you ever paused to think about why it truly matters? Today’s podcast sheds light on the importance of reading stories told by the people within those communities. From the political crisis in the Philippines from an intrepid Filipino journalist to the first traditionall…
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Media That Makes Us: Judy Blume, The Bachelor, and Reality TV
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Get your TBRs ready because we’re discussing three books you won’t want to miss! Jordy reviews Made For You by Jenna Satterthwaite, Renee reviews All This and More by Peng Shepherd, and Mariquita sits down with Rachelle Bergstein to chat about her book The Genius of Judy: How Judy Blume Rewrote Childhood for All of Us. This episode will have you th…
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The Myth of Making It with Samhita Mukhopadhyay
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After trying – and failing – to lean in and girlboss our way to success, what comes next? Ashley and Sally chat with Samhita Mukhopadhyay (former executive editor for Teen Vogue) about what we can take away from those movements, how community is key to a workplace revolution, and insights from her book The Myth of Making It. Books and Resources Men…
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Move over non-fiction, we’ve got three novels that tackle big social issues in today’s episode! From violence against women in Murder After the Night Before, racist property laws in What You Leave Behind, and climate change in Troubled Waters, today’s episode proves that fiction can teach us and inspire us just as well, if not better, than non-fict…
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Pride Month may be over for 2024, but we’ll never stop reading and recommending queer lit! Especially when the books are as good as the two in this episode. First up, tune into Rah fanboi-ing all over TJ Alexander as they interview the author about their new book Triple Sec. Then join Mariquita and Sam in a discussion of Housemates by Emma Copley E…
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We love supporting women’s righteous anger… and let’s be real, it feels really good to be angry from time to time. In this episode, join Kenesma as she speaks with Defne Suman about her new book Summer Heat and the themes of anger, reconciliation, and family during Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus. Then stay tuned to hear Ashley and Rah thoughtfully dis…
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Sapphic Romances + Separating Art from Artist
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Pride Month is here and we've got our queerly beloveds on our minds. In this double header, you'll first hear Rah and Jordy discuss their favorite sapphic romances and why they love a good WLW love story. Then, Ashley and Mhairie tackle the question of whether we can ever separate a piece of art (such as a certain nostalgic magical series) from the…
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Dickie Had it Comin’ - The Talented Mr. Ripley and Its Adaptations
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We’re truly in the golden age of book adaptations but move over, Reese Witherspoon, Patricia Highsmith is the reigning queen. Tune in to listen to Renee, Ashley, and Mariquita thoughtfully and hilariously discuss the 1955 novel The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith, as well as the 1999 film, and the new Netflix series. They compare and cont…
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The Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction Short List
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When Sally mentioned in our team Slack that she was considering reading the six books on the short list for the Women’s Prize for Non-Fiction, Renee chimed in that she’d already read two of them. Like the true feminist nerds they are, they teamed up to read three each. In this podcast episode, Sally and Renee rank the six books and make a predictio…
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Beach read season is upon us! There are lots of definitions of beach reads out there but to us, a good beach read is something that is smart, sexy, funny, and full of heart. Tune in to hear Jordy and Mariquita discuss This Summer Will Be Different by Carley Fortune and then stick around for Renee’s review of The Husbands by Holly Gramazio. This Sum…
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Today’s episode features two seemingly disparate segments with a lot in common. Alternate titles included Wisdom from the Windy City, Voices of Chicago Youth and Elders, Notes on Compassion, or something about absurdism and groundedness. Mariquita, Rah, and Renee discuss the new book Kittentits by Holly Wilson, then Ashley interviews Chaz Ebert abo…
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Is anyone else just generally Going Through It? Here at Feminist Book Club, we all kind of feel like life is a lot at the moment. So today we’re here with some feminist brain candy to keep you company when the going gets rough. Renee shares some books she’s read recently, then Ashley and Rah discuss the new film Challengers. What to Read When Every…
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We love to celebrate women who defy gender roles and today we’re celebrating two groups of fascinating women. First, Ashley gives an update on all the exciting happenings in women’s sports around the country. Then, Renee chats with Laura Carroll about her book A Special Sisterhood, a collection of profiles on women in history who chose not to have …
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Here at FBC, we wanna diversify your bookshelf in all sorts of ways and we’re here to remind you that reading Black stories doesn’t just mean reading literary fiction about pain or suffering. Genre fiction, or popular fiction that falls into certain predictable categories, is full of incredible Black women writing at the tops of their games. In thi…
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We believe good books help us feel a little less alone, whether that’s a book that reassures us that we’re not the only ones falling for logical fallacies or it’s a picturesque audiobook experience that complements the landscape around us. Join Renee for a review of The Age of Magical Overthinking by Amanda Montell then stick around to hear Jordy d…
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We’re big fans of getting uncomfortable with your reading life, whether that be reading about a topic that has been misunderstood for most of history or reading translated literature in a whole new format. In this episode, our contributors share two ways to get a little outside your comfort zone when it comes to reading. Reframing and Reclaiming: U…
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If there’s one thing Feminist Book Club does well, it’s demonstrating how beautifully complex and multifaceted feminists are. In this episode, you’ll hear Ashley and Tayler’s thoughts on the juggernaut that is Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter (is it a country album?) and then you’ll learn a thing or two about how the government collects demographic data wit…
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We're not saying Feminist Book Club is as culturally important to the Western world as The Golden Girls, but we're also not not saying that. In this episode, you’ll hear FBC founder Renee chat with Executive DIrector Sally about some of the struggles selecting our books of the month. Then you’ll hear Ashley review a little known Golden Girls spinof…
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We Want to Feel a Part of Something Bigger
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Today’s episode is all about feeling a part of something, whether that’s a family lineage or a community of gamers. We all want to feel like we belong to something more, and our contributors today take that feeling in two totally different (but somehow complementary?) directions. Intuition and Lineage with Chanel Cleeton (0:17) Ashley speaks with C…
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A Couple of Books that Disappointed and Delighted Us
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Not every book is a slam dunk, but we’re going to discuss them anyways. However, when a book is good, it’s really good. In this two-part episode, you’ll hear Jordy, Mariquita, and Nox discuss a book that wasn’t quite their cup of tea as well as a glowing review from Renee of a recent release. Do Your Worst by Rosie Danan mini book club discussion (…
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Two New Releases That Resonated with Mariquita & Nox
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In this double feature, we’re sharing a moving author interview as well as a review of an important non-fiction book. Family Dynamics, Women’s Rage, and Korean-American Womanhood with Gina Chung (01:54) First up, Mariquita interviews author Gina Chung about her new collection of short stories, Green Frog. Along the way they discuss how women’s rage…
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Do you love books? Do you love movies? Do you love to celebrate and/or complain about book-to-movie adaptations? This is the episode for you! In anticipation of the 96th Academy Awards, Sally watched all of the nominees for Best Adapted Screenplay… and then read all the books they were adapted from. She’ll never get those 60+ hours of her life back…
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Four Graphic Novels for 2024 (0:22) Looking for a graphic novel to pick up? In this segment Rah shares four graphic novels that are making their way onto shelves in 2024. Recommended in this segment: Freshman Year by Sarah Mai Tender by Beth Hetland Full of Myself by Siobhán Gallagher Mothballs by Sole Otero Black Feminists Who Helped Me Unlearn My…
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How to Live Free in a Dangerous World with Shayla Lawson
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Tayler (she/her) sits down with Shayla Lawson (they/them), author of the new book How to Live Free in a Dangerous World: A Decolonial Memoir. Tune in as Shayla talks about Blackness as nonbinary, shares an argument for lowercasing the b in Black, and so much more on the African Diaspora. Get a copy of How to Live Free in a Dangerous World: A Decolo…
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Tune in to this episode where Renee and Rah take a moment to reflect on a couple of reads that took them by surprise and earned a 5-star rating. Books Mentioned by Renee: Psyche and Eros by Luna McNamara The Wishing Pool and Other Stories by Tananarive Due The Last Animal by Ramona Ausubel Books Mentioned by Rah: Moby Dyke: An Obsessive Quest To Hu…
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The Woman in Me: A Mini Book Club Discussion
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Get ready to dive into the fascinating world of one of the biggest pop stars of our time. In this episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, Renee, Sally, and Rah gather around to share their thoughts on the newly released memoir, 'The Woman in Me' by none other than Britney Spears! For those of us who grew up in the '90s, Britney Spears was an ic…
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Renee shares a quick update on where our podcast has been, what's to come the next couple weeks, what to expect in the future. Contribute to our Co-Op Transition Fund here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/feministbookclub Beyond the Box: Our weekly round-up of blog and podcast content delivered directly to your inbox every Friday Check out our online co…
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Vampires of El Norte & the Horrors of History
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Join Mariquita, Mhairie, and Sam for a discussion about Isabel Cañas's genre-defying new release, Vampires of El Norte. Cañas's work seamlessly blends the chilling elements of horror, the tender allure of romance, and the rich tapestry of historical fiction into a single captivating narrative. In this episode, our hosts take a deep dive into this l…
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In this episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, Jordy sits down with Ali Hazelwood – romance author, Ph.D in neuroscience holder, and former professor to discuss women in STEM. Ali shares some of her trials and triumphs in the field and in academia and how that has influenced the women she writes about in her novels. Curious to find out what ST…
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Parenthood, Science, and Feminist Football Fans
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Welcome to another exciting episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast! In this thought-provoking installment, we're delving into two dynamic segments starting with a book review of The Quickening by Elizabeth Rush. Then stay tuned to listen in as Renee and Ashley ask themselves, “Can I be a feminist football fan?”. The Quickening: A Review (00:21)…
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Cozy Mysteries and Deadly Dames: An Author interview & discussion
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In this episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, we have two segments that will have your TBR list flourishing with cozy mysteries and empowered women. First Renee chats with Mia P. Manasala about her recently released cozy mystery, Murder and Mamon. Then Ashley, Rah, and Mariquita sit down for a mini-book club discussion revolving around Killer…
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Welcome to Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, where we explore media through a feminist lens. In this episode, we're diving into two diverse segments that promise an overview of Safe and Sound by Mercury Stardust and an analysis of the film Oppenheimer. A Renters-Friendly Guide to home repair: An Enthusiastic Overview Mhairie introduces you to a rent…
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Family Sagas & Feminist Conversations: Books to add to your TBR
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This episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast will have you adding to your TBR. This episode is back to back author interviews sharing their insights on storytelling and feminist perspectives. The Trifecta of Family Stories with Zelda Lockhart (00:21) Ashley engages in a conversation with acclaimed author Zelda Lockhart, the creative force behind…
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Romance, Spice, & The Gamification of Reading
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Welcome to Feminist Book Club: The Podcast. In this episode we curated two bookish discussions that promise to expand your reading list and evoke some delightful nostalgia for those beloved 90s reading challenges. Romance, Spice, and Everything Nice: How Sex has Evolved in the Romance Genre (01:51) Join Jordy and Thien-Kim sit down to discuss the e…
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The Art of Scandal & Birding for a Better World: A dual discovery
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Welcome to this episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast. This episode includes diving into two great recently released books. First you’ll hear from Ashley as she interviews Regina Black about her book The Art of Scandal. Then stick around as Renee geeks out about birds with Molly and Sydney, co-authors of Birding for a Better World. What Reader…
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Romance through Time + Reading Resilience
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Join us for another episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, where we journey through the intricate evolution of romance literature and explore the transformative power of reading as a form of healing. From tracing the arc of romantic narratives to navigating the delicate terrain of reading through trauma, this episode promises engaging conversa…
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Cultural Preservation & Literary Con Artists
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Join us as we delve into two distinct yet enthralling segments that celebrate cultural heritage and explore the fascinating world of literary con-artists. From the preservation of Pakistani culture to the allure of charming tricksters, this episode promises insights, reflections, and a dash of intrigue. The Preservation of Pakistani Culture with Ni…
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Welcome to Feminist Book Club: The Podcast! In this insightful episode, Nox and Caroline share their personal experiences as educators, discussing the books that have profoundly impacted their teaching journeys. As a new and seasoned educator, they exchange ideas and insights while examining the flaws within our education system. Books mentioned: P…
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Impact to Intimacy: Diving into Influencing and Platonic Soulmates
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Join us in this another episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast as we delve into the intricacies of human connections. From the pitfalls of influencing to the significance of platonic soulmates, we explore the various aspects that shape our relationships. Tune in for an author interview with Noelle Crooks about her novel Under the Influence and …
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Diverse Discussions: Swift's Lyric Change, WNBA's Momentum, and Feminist Romance
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Welcome to a captivating episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, where we dive into thought-provoking topics across the spectrum. Get ready for an engaging exploration of Taylor Swift's lyric controversy, the WNBA's dynamic developments, and the feminist nuances within the romance genre. Taylor Swift's Lyric Change: A Deeper Dive (01:34) It has…
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From Sentimental Garbage to Hollywood Dreams
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In this episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, we go on a literary journey that celebrates the intricacies of adulthood, embraces the power of joy, and envisions beloved books on the big screen. Our two segments dive into a conversation with Caroline O’Donoghue about her book The Rachel Incident and share some Mariquita and Niba’s favorite boo…
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Celebrating Disability Pride & Challenging Censorship
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Join us in this empowering episode of our podcast as we celebrate Disability Pride, explore books that champion disability representation, and engage in an important discussion about censorship in Mississippi. Disability Pride Wrap Up (00:22) Let’s embrace diversity and inclusivity through literature. Renee recommends a curated list of books that s…
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Exploring Dimensions of Desire: Author Interviews with Yael Goldstein-Love and Hannah Sloane
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The Possibilities with Yael Goldstein-Love (00:22) Join Mariquita in an enlightening conversation with Yael Goldstein-Love, the talented author of “The Possibilities”. Delve into the depths of tragedy, maternal anxiety, and sacrifice, as the multiverse unfolds in this thought-provoking novel. Get a copy of The Possibilities by Yael Goldstein-Love h…
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Beyond the Bookshelves: Own Your Own Bookstore & The Swifts
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Join us for an exciting episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, where we explore the diverse realms of bookish journeys and captivating stories. Another Swift to be Obsessed With (0:22) Who says Junior Fiction is just for kids? Jordy takes us on a journey to the fictional world of the Swift family, an eclectic crew of scoundrels who are given d…
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Swipe Right for Medusa: Online Dating & Medusa’s Retelling
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In this episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast, we dive into two segments that explore the complexities of modern dating and challenge traditional mythic narratives. Join us as Tayler interviews Paula Rogers about her webcomic, Blind Data and for a mini-book club discussion about Stone Blind by Natalie Haynes. Before the two segments Renee tell…
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Witches, Wonders, and the Women’s World Cup
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Welcome to another episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast! Get ready for a riveting lineup of thought-provoking segments that will ignite your passion for literature and social issues. First, you'll hear a book review of Weyward Witches by Emilia Hart, then Sally recommends a few audiobooks. After that, Mariquita reviews When We Were Mothers by…
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Adventures in Fantasy: Exploring Fourth Wing and the Shadow Sister
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Welcome to another episode of Feminist Book Club: The Podcast. Get ready to dive into two stories that will leave you inspired and engaged. You’ll hear an interview with the author of The Shadow Sister, Lily Meade and a mini-book club discussion about the Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. There is No Such Thing as a perfect victim with Lily Meade (00:…
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