Shelf Centered Podcast
A space for book lovers who take stories seriously—but not themselves. We dive into character arcs, messy themes, and plot-twist chaos with equal parts insight and side-eye. If you like your analysis with a dash of sarcasm and loads of witty banter, then welcome.
Shelf Centered Podcast
Episode 1: Legendborn
In this episode, we dive into Tracy Deonn’s Legendborn, unpacking how Arthurian legend is reimagined through Southern Black girl magic and generational trauma. We explore Bree Matthews’ journey at UNC Chapel Hill, where secret societies, buried memories, and latent powers collide. Our discussion blends literary analysis with personal reflections (and plenty of laughter), spotlighting themes of ancestral legacy and the pain of truth. Whether you're here for the Hot Boys, haunting magic or literary games, this episode invites you to rethink what it means to be a legend.