Urban Whispers: The Lacie Knight Chronicles

LaCie Knight
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Welcome to "Urban Whispers: The LaCie Knight Chronicles", where the reality and nuances of street love and interracial love meet the power of storytelling. Host LaCie Knight takes you straight to the heart of things, where romance isn’t just a fairytale but a vital part of life’s struggles and triumphs. We’re more than just a podcast; we’re a community diving into deep conversations with authors who portray the essence of love, engaging with readers who’ve lived these realities, and delivering honest reviews of the most compelling content. Each story we share is a blend of passionate romance, the real deal of ghetto love, and the intricate dynamics of interracial relationships. This is about real people, genuine emotions, and the resilience to face life head-on. For those who crave authenticity and a diverse narrative, "Urban Whispers" is your destination. Join us for an unfiltered journey into the depths of love, desire, and the strength to overcome the toughest odds.

  1. 2d ago

    You Didn't Buy That Book. You Bought a License.

    We close out this season welcoming Morgan back who was in Vegas for the AKA Boule and is deep in a reading slump. Sloane's been covering for half her office and DNF'd her latest read. And LaCie finally finished The Huntsman by Naima Simone Then we got into it. A federal judge is letting a lawsuit against Audible move forward because when you click "Buy Now," you may not actually be buying that book. You're buying a license that can potentially be revoked. We talk about what that means for your Kindle library, why PlayStation's move to all-digital is part of the same conversation, and how publishers have quietly updated books readers already purchased. Pretty Little Liars now references TikTok...even though TikTok didn't exist when the book was originally published. We also discuss DRM-free books, why Kobo Plus and Libro.fm deserve a look, how piracy hurts Kindle Unlimited authors, and the growing number of BookTok creators posting paid promotions without clearly disclosing them. Books mentioned: The Huntsman and Ember: A Mafia Romance by Naima Simone Call Me Mrs. Taylor and Mr. & Mrs. TaylorOur Vicious Oaths by N.E. Davenport Count on Me by Leigh Carron I Love You Too Much by Jessica N. Watkins The Parlour WifeKing's GambitSanta's Little Pleasers by Ladii Nesha Wish Upon a Star and Last Christmas in NOLA by Cion Lee  The Dillinger series and Where Secrets Find Solace by Kimberly Brown Crescent City Connections by Donald Charles We're taking August off, but we'll be back in September. If you're in the Atlanta area, don't miss the Shop the Bookworms Festival, September 18-20. It's free! Until then, tell us what you're reading...and please give Morgan something that'll finally get her out of this reading slump.

  2. Jul 21

    "You Could Have All Five-Star Books If You Put the Book Down"

    It is hot as hell in Washington, DC, Sloane is back, and this week’s reading list ranges from fae kingdoms and mafia families to emotionally heavy historical fiction and one of the most unhinged toxic couples we have encountered in a minute. LaCie and Sloane break down their very different reading habits, when it is finally time to DNF a book, and why LaCie’s 3.75-star rating might still be somebody else’s five-star read. Because three stars does not mean a book was bad, and somebody else’s rating should never decide what you pick up. Sloane shares her thoughts on Mind of a Maniac, A Love That Melted a Capo’s Cold Heart, A Halo Like a Frisbee, The Don, and Dolore. She also explains why she put down Desired by a Maniac and finally gave up on Anything Necessary for Her. Meanwhile, both LaCie and Sloane enter the Black fantasy world of Our Vicious Oaths, complete with rival kingdoms, violent prophecies, fae politics, and fine men with grills. LaCie takes us through the complicated family at the center of Daniel Black’s Perfect Peace, followed by the betrayals, crime-family drama, and unfinished love story in Masterpiece’s A Don’s Love and A Capo’s Love. Then things get completely out of hand with Shae Sanders’ Call Me Mrs. Taylor and Mr. and Mrs. Taylor, featuring an obsessive stalker, a man who learns to appreciate her particular brand of crazy, and a relationship so toxic that retaliation might as well be their love language. The conversation also touches on Katrina Jackson’s Beautiful and Dirty, Shvonne Latrice’s Applying Pressure, and Chenell Parker’s Can’t Let Go and My Little Secret while LaCie and Sloane compare some of their favorite possessive, messy, and deeply questionable fictional relationships. Then the conversation turns to Children of Blood and Bone. We get into Tomi Adeyemi distancing herself from the film adaptation, the controversy surrounding Amandla Stenberg’s casting, colorism in Hollywood, Nigerian representation, and how much control an author actually has once the rights to their work have been sold. Spoiler warning: This episode includes plot details from several books, particularly Our Vicious Oaths, A Don’s Love, A Capo’s Love, Call Me Mrs. Taylor, and Mr. and Mrs. Taylor. Follow the conversation everywhere at @urbanwhisperspodcast and follow Sloane at @Sloane_Bueller.

  3. Jul 14

    “You Don’t Have to Earn Permission to Take Up Space” ft. Tiffany Alston, the Chief Librarian

    Libraries are about so much more than books, and Tiffany Alston, also known as the Chief Librarian, joins Urban Whispers to talk about why. In this episode, LaCie and Morgan sit down with Tiffany to discuss her 31-year career in librarianship, from shelving books as a teenager in Harlem to becoming a leader, mentor, coach, and advocate. Together, they explore the evolving role of libraries, book access, representation, community, banned books, leadership, and why everyone deserves spaces where they feel seen and valued. Tiffany also shares the inspiration behind her company, Excellence Established, her podcast What's Next with the Chief Librarian, and the powerful reminder that inspired this episode's title: you don't have to earn permission to take up space. Whether you're an avid reader, a lifelong library lover, or someone looking for encouragement to embrace your own voice, this conversation has something for you. Connect with Tiffany Alston📚 Instagram: @thechieflibrarian🎵 TikTok: @thechieflibrarian🐦 X (Twitter): @BooksAndBusy📘 Facebook: Tiffany Alston💼 LinkedIn: Tiffany Alston / The Chief Librarian 🎙️ Listen to What's Next with the Chief Librarian wherever you get your podcasts.

  4. Jul 7

    You Can Too: Britt W. on Black Love, Healing, and Open For Business

    We’re back with another episode of Urban Whispers, and this week LaCie Knight and Sloane are joined by DMV romance author Britt W., author of Open For Business. This conversation is all about Black love, healing, forgiveness, friendship, community, and the craft behind writing characters who feel real. Britt shares how writing became her outlet, why she takes storytelling seriously, and how she built the fictional town of Rubiel into more than just a setting. It is a whole community with history, tension, joy, mess, and room for more stories. We get into Demi and Lyle, that opening betrayal, the emotional weight behind forgiveness, why Ruevielle matters, and what makes Britt’s books feel like “therapy sessions” for readers. Britt also gives a little peek at what is coming next in the Rubiel universe, including interconnected stories, more familiar faces, and a future novella. Spoiler warning: We talk openly about Open For Business, so read the book first if you want to avoid spoilers. Follow Urban Whispers: @urbanwhisperspodcastFollow Sloane: @sloan_buellerFollow Britt W.: @brittwonthepage / @nonelikebrittw Website: BritWAuthor.com  #BrittW #OpenForBusiness #BlackRomance #BlackLove #RomanceBooks #BookTube #BookPodcast #AuthorInterview #BlackWomenAuthors #ContemporaryRomance

  5. Jun 30

    Inflation Is High, But It Ain’t That Damn High

    @morgstaysbookd returns after a packed few weeks, and we jump right back into books, life, reading slumps, and why some of these book festival prices are starting to feel like a car note. @Sloane_Bueller is listening to a K.C. Mills secret-baby football romance and already has Enigma by C.M. Barnes and Our Vicious Oaths by N.E. Davenport lined up next. We also take a quick detour into Kennedy Ryan’s pseudonym getting mentioned on the Today Show and why so many romance authors write under pen names in the first place. LaCie cannot stop talking about N.E. Davenport’s Our Vicious Oaths, a salacious, rivals-to-lovers Black fae fantasy with enough tension, betrayal, and fine men with grills to keep her locked in. She also talks Nek Mills, Daniel Black’s Perfect Peace, Chenell Parker, and why some authors make you stop what you’re doing and read the whole damn backlist. @morgstaysbookd has been in her YA feels with Nic Stone’s Dasia, plus a gaslighting thriller that had her questioning everybody. She also has Britt W.’s newly released audiobook on deck for an immersive read. Then we get into the real conversation: the 2027 Black Romance Book Festival prices. With @morgstaysbookd bringing her event-planning perspective, we talk sponsorships, hotel blocks, what is actually included, what is not included, and whether the math is really mathing. We also compare the experience to events like Apollycon, the Bronx Book Festival, Alexandria House’s house party, local bookstore signings, and library events. Bottom line: we love Black romance, Black authors, and a good bookish experience. But if the dollar does not make sense, do not force it. What we’re reading: @Sloane_Bueller "Only For Me" by K.C. MillsUp next: "Enigma" by C.M. BarnesUp next: "Our Vicious Oaths" by N.E. DavenportLaCie Knight "Our Vicious Oaths" by N.E. Davenport"Desired by a Maniac" by Nek Mills"Perfect Peace" by Daniel BlackBacklist love: Chenell Parker, Kami, and Beverly Jenkins@morgstaysbookd "Dasia" by Nic StoneOn deck: Britt W.’s newly released audiobook, "Open for Business: A Ruevielle Romance"📚 Books, links, and shout-outs are in the show notes.📧 Reach us: urbanwhisperspodcast@gmail.com Follow us everywhere, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review.

  6. Jun 23

    WhisperSync, Book Fest & Men Who Need Therapy

    In this episode of Urban Whispers: LaCie Knight Chronicles, LaCie and Sloane are talking audiobooks, book festivals, Black romance, and the books that have been keeping them busy. LaCie shares her experience at the Bronx Book Festival during Juneteenth weekend, including seeing S.A. Cosby, Kennedy Ryan, Tiffany D. Jackson, Natasha Bishop, and other authors in a space that felt deeply rooted in New York's literary community. She also reflects on why supporting Black authors, local bookstores, libraries, and reader-centered spaces matters. Sloane breaks down her return to audiobook life after dealing with Kindle app issues, WhisperSync problems, narrator preferences, and the great audiobook speed debate. From there, the episode turns into a full reader chat covering mafia romance, hockey romance, second-chance love, toxic but entertaining men, secret baby tropes, fated mates, and paranormal romance. Books and authors discussed include elle kayson, Alexandria House, Nek Mills, Asia Monique, Tatum James, Tiffany Patterson, Shai August, Jaquel J., Kami Holt, and more. The episode also includes updates on the podcast's upcoming summer schedule, plans to bring in more library-centered conversations, and a reminder to support the bookish spaces doing real work in the community. Books & Series Discussed  Asia Monique "Mafia Misfits" series (the whole run)"Wyatt" (the side book)Alexandria House "Goal," "Holding," and "Assist" (the St. Louis Sires series)"Let Me Love You""Lilith" and "Memphis" (the Three Kings books)Nek Mills "Cuffed by a Certified Maniac," "Loved by a Certified Maniac," "Desired by a Maniac"Tatum James "To Have and Hold: Faking Love"Jaquel J. "Demon's Dream""Crack Money Cocaine Dreams""Rich and Rotten"elle kayson "Real Love" and "Reclaiming Love" (the Emancipation, Louisiana series)Tiffany Patterson "Chosen," "Wanted," "Forsaken," and "Taken" (the Nightwolf Pack series)Shai August "The Shifter Bachelor" (The Rare and The Unknown series)

  7. Jun 9

    Black Romance Book Fest Had Us Outside, "Rah" Had Us Mad & The Dillinger Family Had Us Hooked

    This week on Urban Whispers, LaCie and Sloan are back with a packed episode full of books, mess, romance, and Black bookish joy. LaCie recaps her experience at the Black Romance Book Festival, from the author panels and signed canvases to the crowds, the chaos, the R&B kickback, and the beautiful reminder that Black women readers are going to show up and show out for the authors they love. Then we get into the reads. LaCie talks about "Rah" by Jessica N. Watkins and why Rah may be one of the most trifling characters ever put on a page. Sloan finishes The Dillinger Chronicles by Kimberly Brown and breaks down the family drama, favorite characters, kidnapping chaos, and why Mia had everybody stressed. We also talk paranormal romance, IR romance, old-school urban fiction, fake dating books, and authors you may want to add to your TBR. Books and series discussed in this episode: Rah by Jessica N. WatkinsSecrets of a Side Bitch by Jessica N. WatkinsThe Dillinger Chronicles by Kimberly BrownDeuce by Kimberly BrownBeyond Measures by Kimberly BrownWhere Secrets Find Solace by Kimberly BrownAs Luck Would Have It by Drea AndersonThe DeLuca Brothers Saga by TakaraToo Many One Nights by TakaraJuke by TakaraTreacherous Twins series by Natasha RainerCarried Away by Natasha RainerJustice by Natasha RainerBig Bad Wolf by Mel DauS.O.L. / Save Our Love by Kami Love Script by Tiffany AshleyNight Wolf Pack series by Tiffany PattersonTownsend series by Tiffany PattersonDrama Queen Saga by LaJill HuntG-Spot by NoireThe Coldest Winter Ever by Sister SouljahRide With Me duology by Joy Deja KingCan’t Block My Love by Xavier NealThe Hockey Gods series by Xavier NealTiny Truths by Tara Lynn MitchellRosa Oaks series by Tara Lynn MitchellStolen Love by Aubrey J.Heat Seekers by ZaneAuthors also mentioned: Zane, K.C. Mills, Kennedy Ryan, Jahquel J., Evelyn Latrice, Alexandria House, Masterpiece, Kami Hope, Brenda Jackson, Wahida Clark, Ashley Antoinette, Keisha Ervin, T-Styles, Noire, LaJill Hunt, Chanel Parker, Monroe Writes, and Shelf Addiction. Full old school author list:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/12QpRBgtPZ-vXoCnU3tuDUOjgDSZyMKMjwsP6XebEwv0/edit?gid=0#gid=0 Want more Black romance and bookish goodies?Check out ReadHer Book Box using LaCie’s referral link: https://readherbookbox.com/?ref=LaCieKnight Don’t forget to like, comment, subscribe, and tell us which character had you ready to throw the book across the room.

  8. May 27

    Books, Beef, and Black Romance Festival Countdown

    LaCie and Sloane hop on live to test out StreamYard, but of course the conversation turns into a full bookish breakdown. With Black Romance Book Festival less than a week away, they talk through what they’re currently reading, the chaos of Kindle WhisperSync, Kimberly Brown’s "Dillinger Family" series, reckless heroines, complicated men, toxic relationship dynamics, and the books that have stayed with them over time. From Beverly Jenkins’ "Indigo" to D.A. Young’s "Sweet Obsession", Brenda Jackson’s connected family worlds, Chenell Parker’s "When It Comes Back Around", and Keisha Irvin’s "Torn", this episode is part reading update, part book club debate, and part love letter to Black women authors who know how to write unforgettable romance.

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Welcome to "Urban Whispers: The LaCie Knight Chronicles", where the reality and nuances of street love and interracial love meet the power of storytelling. Host LaCie Knight takes you straight to the heart of things, where romance isn’t just a fairytale but a vital part of life’s struggles and triumphs. We’re more than just a podcast; we’re a community diving into deep conversations with authors who portray the essence of love, engaging with readers who’ve lived these realities, and delivering honest reviews of the most compelling content. Each story we share is a blend of passionate romance, the real deal of ghetto love, and the intricate dynamics of interracial relationships. This is about real people, genuine emotions, and the resilience to face life head-on. For those who crave authenticity and a diverse narrative, "Urban Whispers" is your destination. Join us for an unfiltered journey into the depths of love, desire, and the strength to overcome the toughest odds.

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  • Creator
    LaCie Knight
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 LaCie Knight