Urban Whispers: The Lacie Knight Chronicles

In this episode of Urban Whispers: LaCie Knight Chronicles, LaCie and Sloane are talking audiobooks, book festivals, Black romance, and the books that have been keeping them busy.LaCie shares her experience at the Bronx Book Festival during Juneteenth weekend, including seeing S.A. Cosby, Kennedy Ryan, Tiffany D. Jackson, Natasha Bishop, and other authors in a space that felt deeply rooted in New York's literary community. She also reflects on why supporting Black authors, local bookstores, libraries, and reader-centered spaces matters.Sloane breaks down her return to audiobook life after dealing with Kindle app issues, WhisperSync problems, narrator preferences, and the great audiobook speed debate. From there, the episode turns into a full reader chat covering mafia romance, hockey romance, second-chance love, toxic but entertaining men, secret baby tropes, fated mates, and paranormal romance.Books and authors discussed include elle kayson, Alexandria House, Nek Mills, Asia Monique, Tatum James, Tiffany Patterson, Shai August, Jaquel J., Kami Holt, and more.The episode also includes updates on the podcast's upcoming summer schedule, plans to bring in more library-centered conversations, and a reminder to support the bookish spaces doing real work in the community.Books & Series Discussed Asia Monique"Mafia Misfits" series (the whole run)"Wyatt" (the side book)Alexandria House"Goal," "Holding," and "Assist" (the St. Louis Sires series)"Let Me Love You""Lilith" and "Memphis" (the Three Kings books)Nek Mills"Cuffed by a Certified Maniac," "Loved by a Certified Maniac," "Desired by a Maniac"Tatum James"To Have and Hold: Faking Love"Jaquel J."Demon's Dream""Crack Money Cocaine Dreams""Rich and Rotten"elle kayson"Real Love" and "Reclaiming Love" (the Emancipation, Louisiana series)Tiffany Patterson"Chosen," "Wanted," "Forsaken," and "Taken" (the Nightwolf Pack series)Shai August"The Shifter Bachelor" (The Rare and The Unknown series)

Did you miss us?!! Life was life'ing y'all... but we are back with some new heat and an amazing conversation with the dope paranormal author, Auriella Skye!

Chile... in this week's episode, LaCie ingeniously brings her amusing Aunt Tootsie onto the show, setting up the first few minutes with an entertaining ruse (also a couple of audio issues, but it is fixed minute 5. Skip ahead to the 6:15 mark if you want to miss the familial interlude). Dive into an engaging discussion on multicultural romance from the perspective of a passionate reader. Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and decide for yourself: are you Team LaCie or Team Aunt Tootsie? Tune in for some genuine, hilarious and delightful insights.

Join LaCie as she provides her thoughts on the whole "Who TF Did I Marry?" story that has the internet in a chokehold and she gets Esha to delve in the soft side of urban literature.

Happy Mardi Gras to all who celebrate! LaCie has returned to Louisiana, bringing you along for the journey. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, there’s a surprising twist in this episode—a lover's nap, but not taken by LaCie! We’re discussing “The Art of Hood Love: Savvy” by Antoinette Sherell, the captivating first installment in her “The Art of Hood Love” series. Additionally, LaCie shares her affection for Keta Kendric’s “Chaos” series, highlighting brotherly love as its core, with romantic ties as a delightful extra!

Throughout the episode, LaCie and Esha explore several topics, including the challenges and joys of attending romance expos, the nuances of interracial romance novels, and the importance of trigger warnings and respectful discourse in the realm of dark romance. They candidly share their reading preferences, transitioning from discussing authors like Lorraine Allen, known for her dark and controversial themes, to lighter, humorous works by authors various authors. This episode is peppered with personal anecdotes, recommendations for both urban and interracial romance reads, and a candid discussion on the evolving landscape of the genre.

In Episode 3, join LaCie Knight as she chats with award winning author, D.A. Young. They delve into the compelling themes of character development, redemption, and the emotional journey in literature. LaCie and D.A. Young offer their insights into how complex characters, especially in contexts of friendship and betrayal, shape the narrative and resonate with readers. They explore intricate stories of characters grappling with past mistakes but walking the path towards redemption, and delve into the depth and authenticity of the love stories.The conversation also ventures into personal experiences, reflecting on fertility issues and how these deeply personal stories influence their writing. They both discuss the emotional impact of books, their shared love for soap operas, and how these passions mold their reading preferences. This episode is an exploration into the soul of storytelling, examining the struggles, the paths to redemption, and the rich emotional landscape that makes urban romance a genre that touches so many hearts.