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THE BOOK LOVHERS CLUB

The Book Lovhers Club is a podcast and book club celebrating Black sapphic love stories and romance beyond the page. Hosted by Joy, a married Black lesbian and lifelong book lover, each episode dives into sapphic romance novels, their tropes, and the real-life lessons they hold about love, relationships, and queer joy.

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  1. 42

    What You Did

    This week I'm yapping about the latest book drama and sharing my final thoughts on our August book picks. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

  2. 41

    MOOD 4 EVA

    Join me for a special bonus episode with Author Avery Irons. We talked about her Black sapphic historical fiction novel, Belonging to the Air, and her writing journey. This interview is one you don't wanna miss!

  3. 40

    Okayyy

    In this week's episode I share a list of Black sapphic books available on audiobook and discuss my initial impressions of A Queen's Paradise by Tee Unique.

  4. 39

    Spend Dat

    This week I'm yapping about the fight to secure tickets to Black Romance Book Fest and my love for audiobook narrators with accents.

  5. 38

    Bigger Than Big

    This week I'm reflecting on my podcasting journey and introducing our August book picks. In true Joy fashion, I went on a few tangents and talked about a few of my recent reads and the Book Lovhers Fest.

  6. 37

    Sweet Life

    Author Jessica Lewis joined me in the studio to talk about her new book, Hallie's Rules For a Recovering Romantic, and the importance of Black sapphic representation in the YA genre.

  7. 36

    Feelin' It

    Join me for my final discussion of our July book picks: Leather, Lace, and Locs by Anne Shade and Off Script by Ava Freeman. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

  8. 35

    Make a Movie

    This week I'm yapping about Off Script by Ava Freeman, struggle love narratives in romantic comedy movies, and the need for more Black sapphic representation in film.

  9. 34

    No More Drama

    In this week's episode I introduce our July book picks, list several books you can add to your TBR including some July new releases, and yap about the latest internet book drama.

  10. 33

    Special

    This week, author Chencia C. Higgins joins me in the studio to talk about her writing journey and plans for the future.

  11. 32

    Lovin' It

    Join me for my final discussion of our June book picks, Summer Breakdown by J.S. Jasper and Summer Official by Rebekah Weatherspoon. In true Joy fashion, I went on a few tangents and yapped about some of my recent reads including Score by Kennedy Ryan. Proceed with caution. This episode contains lots of spoilers.

  12. 31

    Sorry

    This week I'm yapping about the Five Languages of Apology by Gary Chapman and Jennifer Thomas and how it relates to our June book pick, Summer Breakdown by J.S. Jasper.

  13. 30

    Good as Hell

    Happy Pride! Join me as I recap our May book club meeting, unpack my experience at Black Romance Book Fest, and introduce our June book picks.

  14. 29

    F.U.B.U.

    Join me and Author Monique Goode as we discuss her writing journey and plans for the future.

  15. 28

    Plot Twist

    Join me and surprise guest, Author Joi Miner, for the final discussion of our May book picks. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.Our May book picks are Love and Sportsball by Meka James and She Got Hops by Joi Miner.

  16. 27

    So Good

    This week I'm yapping about book POVs, my recent reads, and She Got Hops by Joi Miner.

  17. 26

    I Got Questions

    In this week's episode, I talk about Love and Sportsball by Meka James, my growing audiobook addiction, and the connection between the workplace romance and forced proximity tropes. This episode includes lots of book recs and workplace romance stats & facts. Tune in!

  18. 25

    Flava in Ya Ear

    Join me as I yap about my budding audiobook addiction and introduce our May book picks. I wouldn't be me if I don't go on a few tangents.

  19. 24

    Phenomenal

    Join me for a special episode with bestselling author, Jessica Cage. We discuss her new sapphic fantasy, I Accidentally Locked Down a Witch, and her journey as an indie author. This is a conversation you don't wanna miss!

  20. 23

    Entanglements

    This week I'm yapping about book events and my final thoughts on our April book picks, The Sweet Fall by Melody Lynch and What Happens At Sea by D.O. Robinson. Proceed with caution because this episode contains spoilers.

  21. 22

    CATFISH

    This week I'm reflecting on the initial announcement of The Book Lovhers Fest, book tropes I'd like to read, and book covers that catfish you.

  22. 21

    Let Her Cook

    In this week's episode, I introduce our April book picks, give my review of L.M. Bennett's new book and share some really GOOD news!

  23. 20

    Q.U.E.E.N.

    Join me for a conversation with Author D.O. Robinson as we talk about her writing journey and plans for the future.

  24. 19

    IKYFL

    Join me for the final book discussion of our March book picks: Where There's Smoke by Aricka Alexander and Mine, Yours, & Ours by Karmen Lee. Proceed with caution. This episode contains spoilers.

  25. 18

    Why Don't We Fall In Love

    This week I'm discussing, Where There's Smoke by Aricka Alexander, the latest internet drama with Choyce Brown and Auntie Nae, the insta-love trope and how it relates to the Knapp's Staircase Model and the Investment Model of Commitment theories.

  26. 17

    Take Me Thru Dere

    In this week's episode, I introduce our March book picks, drop some books you should add to your TBR, and yap about my experience at the Maggie Grey book signing event.

  27. 16

    Take Care

    Join me for a conversation with Author Aricka Alexander as we discuss her newest book, The Rhythm of Raine at Dawn, and her writing journey. This episode touches on topics of mental health and anxiety.

  28. 15

    What An Experience

    Join me as I discuss and rate our February book picks and recap my trip to the Olympic Peninsula. This episode is filled with spoilers so proceed with caution.The February book picks are A Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C. Higgins and Peaches and Honey by Karmen Lee.

  29. 14

    Forever Be Mine

    Happy Valentine's Day! In this episode, I reflect on my first year of marriage and share some love lessons from the page.This episode highlights the following Black sapphic books:D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding by Chencia C. HigginsThis Poison Heart by Kalynn BayronFlirting Lessons by Jasmine GuilloryThe Chef's Christmas Charade by L.M. BennettAin't Too Old to Grind by Aunt Georgia LeeBliss by Fiona ZeddeA Little Kissing Between Friends by Chencia C. HigginsPeaches and Honey by Karmen LeeNo worries. This episode is spoiler free.

  30. 13

    Go Girl

    Happy Black History Month! Join me as I share some good news and introduce our February book picks.

  31. 12

    Vibes Don't Lie

    Join me for a conversation with Author Karmen Lee as we discuss her new dark sapphic romance, Mine Yours & Ours. In this episode, we yap about her popular Peach Blossom book series, her writing process and what readers can expect from her in the future. The laughter was endless. Tune in to catch these good vibes!

  32. 11

    Lipstick Lover

    Join me as I discuss and rate our January book picks. This month's reads were filled with lots of messy WLW drama and spicy lipstick loving. This episode is filled with spoilers so proceed with caution. The January book picks are Ain't Too Old to Grind by Aunt Georgia Lee and Bliss by Fiona Zedde.

  33. 10

    thank u, next

    Join me as I recap my birthday trip to Arizona and yap about Bliss by Fiona Zedde and messy lesbian breakups.

  34. 9

    Nothing But a Number

    It's my Birthday! Join me as I discuss the power of manifestation, getting older, the age gap trope, and self-expansion theory.

  35. 8

    girl, get up.

    Happy New Year! In this week's episode, I reflect on the initial success of my podcast, my goals for 2026, the January book picks, and our December book club meeting. I guess it's "new year, old me" because I definitely went on a few tangents and yapped about DNF's, book ratings, and more. Tune in!

  36. 7

    Electric Lady

    Join me for a special episode with Author Aunt Georgia Lee. We talk about her new grown & sexy, age gap romance, Ain't Too Old to Grind. During our conversation she talks about ageism, mental health, and shares behind-the-scenes insights into her writing process. Come hear from one of our OGs in this Black sapphic book space!

  37. 6

    Wrap Me Up

    It's time to wrap up a few things before the holiday season ends and Capricorn season begins. Join me in my final discussion of Boom Town by Nic Stone, The Chef's Christmas Charade by L.M. Bennett, and my top Black sapphic reads of 2025.

  38. 5

    Thinkin Bout You

    In this week's episode I share my initial thoughts on our December book pick, Boom Town by Nic Stone, and the importance of showing up and keeping in touch with those you love. If you're looking for some Christmas book recs, I also yap about my recent reads and why I enjoyed them.

  39. 4

    Wit It This Christmas

    In this week's episode I recap our November book club meeting and introduce the December book picks. Of course I went on a few tangents and talked about my love for Christmas romance books, the fake dating trope and the science behind it. Tune in!

  40. 3

    Santa Baby

    Join me for a special holiday episode with one of my favorite authors, L.M. Bennett. We talk about her new sapphic holiday romance, The Chef’s Christmas Charade. During our conversation she shares behind-the-scenes insights into her writing process and what readers can expect from her in the future.

  41. 2

    Schoolin' Life

    My bestie's back for our final discussion of Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory and This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron. This episode contains spoilers.

  42. 1

    Free Mind

    Grab your copy of This Wicked Fate by Kalynn Bayron and join me in a discussion about mental health, self-care, family tradition and choosing yourself this holiday season.

  43. 0

    Come & Talk to Me

    This week I’m celebrating another milestone and pulling lessons from our November book pick, Flirting Lessons by Jasmine Guillory, to help strengthen our communication skills so we can meet new people, form better connections, and make new friends.

  44. -1

    Lover Girl

    In this week's episode I celebrate my 10th episode, recap our October book club meeting, introduce the November book picks, and yap about Megan Thee Stallion, artistic expression, and the fear of being perceived. Tune in!

  45. -2

    Superpower

    My bestie's back for our final discussion of This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. In true San and Joy fashion, the tangents were tangent-ing and the vibes are high. Grab your book and tune in!This episode contains spoilers.

  46. -3

    Trust Issues

    This week I'm talking about entrepreneurship, self-disclosure and the risks of over sharing. I also introduce Social Penetration Theory and Uncertainty Reduction Theory as it relates to our October book pick, This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Tune in!

  47. -4

    Is You Coo

    This week I’m talking about social learning theory, cultivation theory, and why representation matters in books. I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t go on a few tangents though. The October book pick is This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Grab your copy and tune in! 

  48. -5

    Good Vibrations

    This week's episode talks about the importance of community and the true price of "free." Our October book pick is This Poison Heart by Kalynn Bayron. Grab your copy and Tune in!

  49. -6

    ErrTime

    This week my bestie and fellow cohost of Lesbi Real Boo podcast joined me for our final discussion of D'Vaughn & Kris Plan a Wedding. In true San and Joy fashion, we went on a few tangents and yapped about audiobook narrators, aging, Cardi B, and more. Prepare to laugh because it's a party ErrTime we link up! This episode contains spoilers.

  50. -7

    A Couple of Forevers

    This week me and wifey are yapping about our wedding experience, the stress of wedding planning, and our September book pick. Tune in!

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The Book Lovhers Club is a podcast and book club celebrating Black sapphic love stories and romance beyond the page. Hosted by Joy, a married Black lesbian and lifelong book lover, each episode dives into sapphic romance novels, their tropes, and the real-life lessons they hold about love, relationships, and queer joy.

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The Book Lovhers Club is a podcast and book club celebrating Black sapphic love stories and romance beyond the page. Hosted by Joy, a married Black lesbian and lifelong book lover, each episode dives into sapphic romance novels, their tropes, and the real-life lessons they hold about love,...

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