Dishing on Books With Alexis Reliford

Interview with Alexis Relliford, writer and creator of the Substack newsletter Feeling My Shelf. We talk about her reading journey from YA to romance to horror, why messy characters in fiction make us look at ourselves differently, her summer reading list including Love You to Death and The Best Man, her fall TBR, her junk journaling practice, and why two Libras should never date each other.Chapters: (00:00) Introduction to Alexis and Her Newsletter(03:02) Beyoncé Favorites and Their Impact(05:59) The Birth of a Newsletter(08:56) Reading Preferences and Genres(11:59) Recommendations for Horror and Romance(15:03) Balancing Reading with Life(18:03) The Complexity of Messy Characters(21:02) Reflections on Personal Growth Through Literature(23:54) Book Recommendations and Summer Reads(27:12) Discussion on 'The Best Man' Series(29:47) Final Thoughts and Future Reading Plans(39:32) Audiobook vs Print: A Unique Experience(40:55) Character Analysis: Zuri's Complexity(43:44) Cultural Context: Southern Dynamics in Storytelling(45:13) Character Connections: Dez and Maverick(48:15) TBR Lists and Reading Goals(51:54) Journaling Practices: A Personal Reflection(56:19) Crafting Memories: The Art of Junk Journaling(01:00:04) Astrology and Relationships: A Lighthearted Discussion