On this episode, I talk about why Toni Morrison's Beloved is my favourite book of all time, despite it being the most heart-breaking story I've ever read.

Episode 15 - Recitatif (Author: Toni Morrison)

May 1st, 2023 24m 28s

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Episode 14 - Tar Baby (Author: Toni Morrison)

Mar 29th, 2023 55m 28s

Episode 14 - Tar Baby (Author: Toni Morrison) by Heaven Smells Like Books

Episode 13 - Sula (Author: Toni Morrison)

Feb 22nd, 2023 1h

Episode 13 - Sula (Author: Toni Morrison) by Heaven Smells Like Books

Episode 12 - Nervous Conditions (Author: Tsitsi Dangaremgba)

May 29th, 2022 25m 54s

Episode 12 - Nervous Conditions (Author: Tsitsi Dangaremgba) by Heaven Smells Like Books

Episode 11 - Under The Udala Trees (Author: Chinelo Okparanta)

Mar 17th, 2022 44m 56s

Heyyyyyy, I'm back with another review! Let me know your thoughts on the book on Instagram (@heavensmellslikebooks) or on Twitter (@stillsombre). Enjoy!

Episode 10 - His Only Wife (Author: Peace Adzo Medie)

Dec 2nd, 2021 1h 44m

I'm back! And my guest and I talk about "His Only Wife", a book that took us on a rollercoaster of an emotional journey.Don't forget to subscribe to, like and share the podcast. You can also let me know your thoughts on the book and the podca

Episode 9 - Stay With Me (Author: Ayobami Adebayo)

Jul 28th, 2021 1h 15m

I have my second guest in this episode! We talked about all the weird and crazy things that happened in Ayobami Adebayo's Stay With Me.Don't forget to subscribe to, like and share the podcast. You can also let me know your thoughts on the boo

Episode 8 - The Shadow King (Author: Maaza Mengiste)

Jun 6th, 2021 43m 2s

In this episode, I talk about all the intense things that happened in Maaza Mengiste's war novel, The Shadow King.Don't forget to subscribe to, like and share the podcast. You can also let me know your thoughts on the book and the podcast, on

Episode 7 - Love In Colour (Author: Bolu Babalola)

Apr 6th, 2021 17m 11s

In this episode, I talk about some of my favourite stories from Bolu Babalola's collection of short stories.Don't forget to subscribe to, like and share the podcast. You can also let me know your thoughts on the book and the podcast on Instag

Episode 6 - We That Are Young (Author: Preti Taneja)

Mar 5th, 2021 29m 12s

In this episode, I review the book that took me 3 months to finish...Let me know your thoughts on the episode and the book by messaging me on Instagram. If you read a book I review, tag me on Instagram @heavensmellslikebooks.Support a black

Episode 5 - The Vanishing Half (Author: Brit Bennett)

Feb 5th, 2021 38m 23s

In this episode, I talk about Brit Bennett’s The Vanishing Half. I was particularly intriogued by Stella's ability to keep such a secret for decades.Let me know your thoughts on the episode and the book by tweeting at me @StillSombre. If you

Episode 4- The Girl With The Louding Voice (Author: Abi Dare)

Dec 4th, 2020 1h 25m

In this episode, I review Abi Dare's The Girl with The Louding Voice. I also have a guest on this episode, how exciting?!My guest and I also talk about what our reading plans for 2021 are.Let me know what you think by tweeting @ me (@StillS

Episode 3- Their Eyes Were Watching God (Author: Zora Neale Hurston)

Oct 30th, 2020 46m 39s

In this episode, I talk about Their Eyes Were Watching God, and why I would have stayed with Janie's first husband instead of running off with a gorgeous stranger. Spoiler: it's because I don't like risky things.Let me know your thoughts on t

Episode 2- The Bluest Eye (Author: Toni Morrison)

Oct 2nd, 2020 44m 23s

In this episode, I talk about The Bluest Eye by the legend, Toni Morrison.If you've read the book, let me know your thoughts. Tweet at me @StillSombre and follow the podcast on Instagram @HeavenSmellsLikeBooks.Support black owned businesses

Episode 1- Queenie (Author: Candice Carty-Williams)

Sep 4th, 2020 42m 34s

In this episode, I talk about the Sunday Times Bestselling book; Queenie by Candice Carty-Williams.I talk about my key take away from the book, which includes importance of therapy, safe sex, and good friends.I hope you enjoy the episode.If