Book Rant

What Fantasy Should Be

February 27, 2020 Book Rant Episode 11
Book Rant
What Fantasy Should Be
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In this episode, Jess and Vee celebrate two talented black authors for Black History Month!

Jess talks about Pride by Ibi Zoboi, a modern black and latinx retelling of one of her favourite books, Pride & Prejudice. Of note: Jess listened to the Pride audiobook, narrated by Elizabeth Acevedo!

Vee gushes over the power that is Marlon James' Black Leopard, Red Wolf (The Dark Star #1), a reimagining of what fantasy should feel like. Because fantasy should feel more diverse - and feel more magical. 

We also ramble on about magic systems, audiobook listening, drinking like Gilmore Girls, reading chairs (yes, we're still talking about that), and a whole lot more that you'll find out if you actually listen to the episode. So, go ahead and listen. Stop reading this. 

Pride by Ibi Zoboi
Black Leopard, Red Wolf by Marlon James
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