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Back to EpisodesLet Me Distract You: 6 Books and a Rant
Description
In this episode of Pouring Over Books, LaShawn is sharing six books to distract you from the real world this week and a rant at the water cooler. The conversation touches on the debate surrounding warning labels on romance novels and the societal perceptions of the genre. LaShawn encourages listeners to embrace their reading choices and highlights the significance of civic engagement, particularly in the context of voting.
00:00
Welcome and Introduction to the Podcast
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02:03
6 Book Recommendations for Escaping Reality
The Love Song for Ricki Wilde By Tia Williams
The Gunslinger By Stephen King
The Unmaking Of June Farrow By Adrienne Young
The Meaning Of Mariah Carey
Atomic Habits James Clear
The Small and the Mighty by Sharon McMahon
15:08
The Watercooler: The Debate on Warning Labels for Romance Books ( ie enjoy your Smut without being judged for it)
21:18
Current Obsessions and Thoughts This Week
You can find the show notes and a complete list of books talked about today here on Pouringoverbooks.com
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