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...But Make It Books

...But Make It Books

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Join Niccara as she talk about the ups and downs of the world and work through them, bookishly. Every episode, you’ll hear about amazing books and why you should read them, receive a peek into her musings with her guests where folks can find a safe space to process life. We cover topics ranging from love, ambition, plants, love…but we always make it books. Keep bookishly healing through life.Copyright 2023 All rights reserved. Art Hygiene & Healthy Living Literary History & Criticism Psychology Psychology & Mental Health Social Sciences
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  • Second Chances & Redemption...(w/Tanvier Peart)
    Aug 14 2025

    Join Niccara as she welcomes Tanvier Peart, social advocate by day and giving us the feels at night! We talk about her newest release, Tender Offer and explore second chances, redemption, growth, social advocacy layered in romances, and cinnamon role main characters.

    You won't regret listening to this conversation. Make sure you pick up "Tender Offer" from where you get your books!

    Follow us at: @butmakeitbookspod @thebookishhottie

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    Use my Mahogany Books link here using code BMIB.

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    49 mins
  • Romance as Medicine...(w/ Black Romance Book Festival)
    Jul 31 2025

    Join Niccara as she welcomes the masterminds behind one of the biggest Black book festivals, the Black Romance Book Festival. We talk about how this amazing event sold out in 30 minutes (30 MINUTES?!), why Black romance, the healing power of community and love and so much more.

    Lock in to this amazing conversation. Come for the vibes but stay for the healing. Remember tickets go on sale on August 15th.

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    Follow & Find Black Romance Book Festival: instagram & website

    Use my Mahogany Books link here using code BMIB.

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    53 mins
  • Writing the Books We Needed...(w/ Author Kristina Forest)
    Jul 17 2025

    Join Niccara as she welcomes USA Today bestselling author Kristina Forest, whose mission centers on writing the books she wished she had as a young Black teenager. In this powerful conversation, we explore how Black romance serves as a source of healing and affirmation for readers across both YA and adult genres. Kristina opens up about her journey of crafting stories that intentionally showcase Black joy, healthy family dynamics, and the transformative power of love through works like her Greene Sisters series, "The Neighbor Favor," "The Partner Plot," and her latest YA novel "Heartsick."

    Whether you're seeking books that affirm and transforms, this conversation offers healing romance and coming-of-age stories, this is an episode for you!

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    Follow & Find Kristina Forest: instagram & website

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    42 mins
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