Book Therapy With E.L.Winston

E.L. Winston
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Welcome to Book Therapy the podcast where books are medicine. Hosted by me your favorite dyslexic book nerd, this is a literary clinic prescribing Black and Brown queer sci-fi, fantasy, romance and thrillers to cure whatever mood you're stuck in. Burned out? Lonely? Need to feel alive? We have a prescription for that. Every rec comes with a Dyslexic Dosage pacing, format, and audiobook tips for neurodivergent readers. Audiobooks are reading. Graphic novels are literature. The clinic is open. Take your meds.

Episodes

  1. Jul 23

    Love, Lies & Identity

    What happens when love collides with secrets and the search for identity? Join E.L. Winston as we unpack The Lovers, Liars, and Me by De'Andra Davis and The Disillusionment of Nick and Jay by Ryan Douglass in a conversation about authenticity, relationships, and finding the courage to be yourself.

    Love, Lies & Identity

  2. Jul 16

    Surviving Systems

    What does it take to survive a system that was never designed for you? In Season 1, Episode 9 of the Book Therapy Podcast, E.L. explores "Surviving Systems" through two powerful works of speculative fiction: An Unkindness of Ghosts by Rivers Solomon and Bones at the Crossroads by LaDarrion Williams. This conversation examines power, identity, resistance, belonging, and the ways people protect their humanity while navigating oppressive institutions. These are two phenomenal books by two phenomenal authors and an episode you will not want to miss. Listen now, then continue the conversation on the Book Therapy Substack: https://substack.com/@cervusvesica770595?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=8kfeoy

    Surviving Systems

  3. Jul 9

    Body Autonomy & Freedom

    Welcome back to the couch! This week on Book Therapy we're getting into mind bending stories that tackle one of the most important themes out there: the fight for body autonomy and the true cost of freedom. First up, we dive into the dark, haunting woods of Sorrowland by Rivers Solomon. We talk about Vern's escape from a strict religious compound, the shocking changes happening to her own body and what this gothic masterpiece has to say about history, power, and reclaiming yourself. Then, we shift gears into the visionary, Afrofuturist world of The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories Of Dirty Computer by Janelle Monae. In a society where memories can be erased and identities are strictly controlled, what does it mean to hold onto who you are?  The Clinic Is Open come join us!

    Body Autonomy & Freedom

  4. Jul 2

    Ambition Vs Sacrifice

    Join me as we discuss the rich, dark fantasy setting, the complex characters navigating a supernatural underworld, and the thrilling choices they're forced to make. What would you build, and what would you burn to get there? We're talking about the sacrifices we make for our desires, the allure of power, and the lengths we go to protect those we love. Whether you're a fan of historical fantasy, queer romance, or just love a story with high stakes and even higher fashion, this episode is for you. Tune in to unravel the threads of fate and descent with us!

    Ambition Vs Sacrifice

  5. Jun 25

    Healing Family Wounds & Generational Trauma

    Welcome back to the cliinc! I'm Your Favorite Dyslexic Book Nerd E.L. Winston, and today's prescription delves into the complex,often painful, but ultimately transformative journey of Healing Family Wounds & Generational Trauma. The clinic is offical open!

    Healing Family Wounds & Generational Trauma

  6. Jun 18

    Anxiety Vs Reading Slump

    Welcome Back to the clinic! Today's prescription is all about breaking free from the grip of anxiety and the dreaded reading slump  In this episode we're diving into two thrilling reads that are guaranteed to reignite your passion for books and pull you out of any literary rut

    Anxiety Vs Reading Slump

  7. Jun 11

    ANGER Vs NOSTALGIA

    Anger and nostalgia often travel together. This week E.L. uses Iron Widow and The Monsters We Defy to explore rage, longing, healing and the stories we carry from the past. Because sometimes moving forward means finally cofronting what we're holiding onto.

  8. Jun 4

    Loneliness vs Imposter Syndrome

    Thc Clinic Is Open. This Week, Book Therapy prescribes Black Sun And LegendBorn to help diagnose loneliness, challenge imposter syndrome and remind you that becoming is part of healing!

  9. May 28

    Burnout & Brain Fog vs Feeling Trapped

    Welcome to Book Therapy. This week we're tackling  Burnout & Brain Fog Vs. Feeling Trapped if you're exhausted I prescribe The Very Secert Society Of Irregular Witches by Sangu Mandanna a cozy, found family fantasy that cures the soul. If you're feeling stuck, take a dose of  The Space Between Worlds By Micaiah Johnson. A brilliant multiverse sci-fi about surviving systems built against you.Both come with a Dyslexic Dosage rating to help you navigate the text or choose the audiobook. Audiobooks are reading Graphic Novels are literature. The Clinic is open! Take your meds.

  10. May 21

    Episode 1: "When You Need to Feel Alive (And When You Just Need to Heal)"

    Today's clinic is open for two very different moods. First. we're treating the "Lethargy Cure" You know that feeling when you're just... stuck? The days are blurring together, you're in a reading slump, and you just need something to wake your brain up and make your heart beat a little faster? I've got two prescriptions for that. But then for the second half of the show.  But for the second half of the show. we're going to pivot. We're going to talk about the " Healing Ache" That mood where you have some heavy emotions to process maybe some grief. maybe some family stuff and you need a book to hold your hand while you cry it out. The Clinic is offically open come on in!

    Episode 1: "When You Need to Feel Alive (And When You Just Need to Heal)"
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Welcome to Book Therapy the podcast where books are medicine. Hosted by me your favorite dyslexic book nerd, this is a literary clinic prescribing Black and Brown queer sci-fi, fantasy, romance and thrillers to cure whatever mood you're stuck in. Burned out? Lonely? Need to feel alive? We have a prescription for that. Every rec comes with a Dyslexic Dosage pacing, format, and audiobook tips for neurodivergent readers. Audiobooks are reading. Graphic novels are literature. The clinic is open. Take your meds.

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