Oh My Lit!

Tanuja and Rosa

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OhMyLit is a podcast about BIPOC authors and their books. Two best friends from the publishing industry, Tanuja Shelar and Rosa Gomez talk about their latest reads, discuss their publishing careers and update each other on their latest life drama. Each episode explores a broader theme relating to their life experiences and their reading lists. @OhMyLitPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

02/05/2023

the three of us

In this final episode of season 2, cohosts Tanuja and Rosa speak to debut author of 'The Three of US', Ore Agbaje-Williams about her shady, fun and petty characters in the book, her publishing journey as an editor and writer as well as her future projects! It's a celebration of female friendships, petty behaviour and lots and lots of wine... You can order Ore's book here: The Three Of Us If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: G4VSTJI6PLYJMG3O Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

49 min
04/04/2023

S2E9: Andy Africa

In this episode, Tanuja and Rosa chat with the incredible Stephen Buoro, author of The Five Sorrowful Mysteries of Andy Africa about writing a book on his blackberry, Nigerian culture and slang, maths and poetry and his amazing journey to getting published. You can find The Five Sorrowful Mysteries of Andy Africa in your local bookshop. If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: 3TISLNSKOHJUYORP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

44 min
28/03/2023

Publishing Friends

In this episode, Tanuja speaks to her friends and publishing professionals, Maleeha Mir and Khadija Hassan about their roles in publishing, tips on networking and freelancing, diversity in publishing and of course, lots of book recommendations (mostly fantasy)! You can subscribe to Maleeha's SFF newsletter, The Other Worlds here - https://theotherworlds.substack.com/ Book Recommendations Within These Wicked Walls by Lauren BlackwoodRestore Me by J.L. Seegars (Series)An Ember in the Ashes by Sabaa Tahir (Series)Babel by R.F. KuangThe Poppy War by R.F Kuang (Trilogy)Yellowface by R.F. KuangJade City by Fonda Lee (Series)Mismatch by Sarah JafariYou Think You Know Me by Ayaan MuhamodThe Final Strife by Saara El-Arifi If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: ECJLYJXAOW6VRYDT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

49 min
21/03/2023

The Travelling Reader

In this episode, hosts Tanuja and Rosa talk about traveling near and far, future destinations and dream trips. All aboard! Tune in for their fantastic book recommendations and travel horror stories. Book Recommendations Kinky Gazpacho by Lori L. Tharps Gazpacho Agridulce by Quan Zhou WuAround the World in 80 Trains by Monisha RajeshAmericanah by Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieThe Vanishing Half by Brit BennettHoney Girl by Morgan RogersClap When You Land by Elizabeth Acevedo Movie Recommendation: Zindagi Na Milegi DobaraSo My Grandma's a Lesbian! If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Disclaimer: If you buy a book from our provided link, we may earn a commission from bookshop.org. All earned commission will be invested in our podcast to improve our audio quality. Thank you for supporting local bookshops! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: FC3X9KYCDHD3CK1Q Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

38 min
20/03/2023

ROOTLESS

In this episode, co hosts Tanuja and Rosa interview the Krystle Zara Appiah, the author of 'Rootless'. Krystle speaks to us about her childhood and inspiration for the book and we quiz her about her the various themes in 'Rootless'. Krystle Zara Appiah is a Ghanaian writer and screenwriter, born and raised in London. She has a degree in literature and creative writing from the University of Kent. In 2020, she was one of forty writers selected for the London Library's Emerging Writers Programme. She also works as a children's books editor. CW: Postnatal depression, mental health, childbirth. You can buy Krystle's debut novel here: Rootless. You can check out Krystle's book recommendations here. If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Disclaimer: If you buy a book from our provided link, we may earn a commission from bookshop.org. All earned commission will be invested in our podcast to improve our audio quality. Thank you for supporting local bookshops! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: UUDKBSPAZLP66UQT Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

30 min
06/03/2023

Bandit Queens

In this episode, cohosts Tanuja and Rosa chat with author of 'The Bandit Queens', Parini Shroff. Tune in to hear Parini talk to us about rural india, female friendship and how to bring your novel to life. You can buy Parini's debut novel here: The Bandit Queens If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Disclaimer: If you buy a book from our provided link, we may earn a commission from bookshop.org. All earned commission will be invested in our podcast to improve our audio quality. Thank you for supporting local bookshops! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: RM6EAGGZQ2JJVAZS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

36 min
28/02/2023

Miss Aldridge Regrets

In this episode, cohosts Tanuja and Rosa chat with author of 'Miss Aldridge Regrets', Louise Hare. Tune in to hear Louise speak about writing a 1920s murder mystery, researching fashion and writing in first person. You can buy Louise's debut novel here: Miss Aldridge Regrets. You can check out other books from Louise Hare here. If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Disclaimer: If you buy a book from our provided link, we may earn a commission from bookshop.org. All earned commission will be invested in our podcast to improve our audio quality. Thank you for supporting local bookshops! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: 5HJRFXM4MLVILSCR Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

37 min
21/02/2023

Queen of Romance

Enjoy the love hangover with this very special episode of Oh My Lit, where we interview the incredible Soraya Bouazzaoui, queen of the romance recommendations. You can subscribe to her amazing romance newsletter here! Book Recommendations: On the hustle by Adriana HerreraThe Singles Table by Sara DesaiDating dr Dil by Nisha SharmaOn Rotation by Shirlene ObuobiHoney and Spice by Bolu BabalolaThe View Was Exhausting by Onjuli Data and Mikaella ClementeCupid Calling by Viano OniomohJasmine the Unexpected by Sookh KaurGame of Courtship with the Earl by Paulia Belgado If you have any questions about this episode or wish to recommend us some books, then drop us a line at: ohmylitpod@gmail.com Twitter: @OhMyLitPod Instagram: @OhMyLitPod Disclaimer: If you buy a book from our provided link, we may earn a commission from bookshop.org. All earned commission will be invested in our podcast to improve our audio quality. Thank you for supporting local bookshops! Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/jonny-boyle/bright-life License code: WZRD605KF6ZWHSAK Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

53 min

OhMyLit is a podcast about BIPOC authors and their books. Two best friends from the publishing industry, Tanuja Shelar and Rosa Gomez talk about their latest reads, discuss their publishing careers and update each other on their latest life drama. Each episode explores a broader theme relating to their life experiences and their reading lists. @OhMyLitPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Creator

Tanuja and Rosa
Years Active

2022 - 2023
Episodes

20
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© Tanuja and Rosa 2022
Show Website

Oh My Lit!