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If you are passionate about books, storytelling, and the celebration of diverse literary voices, then The SC BookGal & Friends Chat Podcast is a platform you need to know about. Airing live every Tuesday at 8:00 PM EST on the DA CREW Podcast Network, this dynamic literary broadcast has become a powerful space for authors, readers, and book lovers to connect through meaningful conversation, book reviews, and engaging author interviews.Hosted by Patrice Grimball, affectionately known as the “Literary Queen,” the podcast is dedicated to amplifying the voices of Black, Brown, and independent authors. With every episode, listeners are introduced to fresh talent, compelling stories, and the people behind the pages.Meet the Host: Patrice Grimball, The Literary QueenPatrice Grimball is more than a podcast host—she is a passionate literary advocate and respected community leader. A veteran librarian with over 20 years of experience, Patrice currently serves in Adult Services at the Cynthia Graham Hurd/St. Andrews Library within the Charleston County Public Library system.Her work in the literary world extends far beyond the library. Patrice is also:

• Director of Book Reviews for Aspiring Authors Magazine
• Founder of the SC BookGal & Friends platform
• Award-winning literary advocate and community leader based in Charleston, South Carolina

Through SC BookGal & Friends, Patrice has created a vibrant and inclusive space designed to give visibility to diverse, aspiring, and independent authors whose voices deserve to be heard.About the PodcastThe SC BookGal & Friends Chat Podcast offers listeners intimate author interviews, honest book reviews, and candid discussions covering a wide range of genres, including:

• Urban Fiction
• Romance
• Thrillers
• Poetry
• Paranormal and Supernatural Fiction
• Contemporary Literature

Live episodes air EVERY Tuesday, and listeners can catch replays on major platforms such as:

• Spotify
• YouTube Music
• iHeartRadio
• Spreaker

Readers and authors can also stay connected through the official SC BookGal & Friends website and on social media at @SCBookGal843.


Special Guest for April 21, 2026: Vera T. BrownThe April 21, 2026 episode promises to be an exciting and unforgettable conversation as SC BookGal & Friends welcomes special guest Vera T. Brown.Vera T. Brown is a Southern Black author and U.S. Navy veteran known for writing contemporary and paranormal romance filled with emotional intensity, supernatural intrigue, and unforgettable worlds. Her work beautifully blends magic, mythology, romance, and deep emotional stakes, creating stories that resonate with readers who love both passion and power in their fiction.Her writing is often described as carrying a “storm and starlight” energy—a fitting reflection of her bold storytelling style and richly layered supernatural worlds.About Vera T. Brown’s WorkVera T. Brown has developed a captivating body of work centered around blood-sealed alliances, ancient supernatural laws, powerful female leads, and mystical beings. Her stories draw readers into immersive worlds where love, destiny, and power collide.Quick Facts About Vera T. Brown

• Genre: Paranormal Romance, Supernatural Fiction
• Known For: Emotionally rich stories with magic and supernatural lore
• Background: Southern writer and U.S. Navy veteran
• Recognition: Bindings of the Fated was nominated for the 2026 Aspiring Authors Award for Best Romance Book

Major Works by Vera T. BrownB.O.S.S.: Blood of the Stone SovereignA gripping paranormal novel centered on Chanti, a ruler in a hidden supernatura