The Lit Round Table

14/08/2024

Here's the reading schedule for Read Along #12!
Make sure to read Part 1 of Tress of the Emerald Sea before August 21!

14/08/2024

Our new Read Along starts August 21, 2024! Join us in reading Tress of the Emerald Sea by Brandon Sanderson!

06/08/2024

A large portion of this conversation talks about the importance of challenging the centering of whiteness and the default being white. We know that this can be an uncomfortable conversation, but we believe that it is critical in our own growth.

https://youtu.be/zppMwIF5Sg4

06/08/2024

Inspired by recent book bans and challenges, Anna shares what she’s learned about diversity in library collections from her classes.

https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/episode-6-lets-talk-about-why-we-need-diverse-books

04/08/2024

This section ended with both Essun and Nassun moving forward on new-found resolute paths—if they had any doubts, they don’t anymore.

Creep factors were high.

Audio: https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/part-5-the-stone-sky
YouTube: https://youtu.be/gti-pFZZW7U

02/08/2024

It’s so fascinating to see Nassun experience this place that was so different from anything she’s ever known—and strikingly similar to our world in some ways. (Cable management, anyone?)

Audio: https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/part-4-the-stone-sky
YouTube: https://youtu.be/L6zCKaKCnws

31/07/2024

Much has happened in Lord of the Rings news since we last talked about all things Middle Earth! Josef leads us through a list of the things to look forward to.

https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/episode-5-middle-earth-round-up

31/07/2024

The SibNerds speculate about what may happen in the upcoming Middle Earth projects, and the hype is real!

Which new Lord of the Rings project are you the most excited about?

https://youtu.be/ci9TcBW0vGw

29/07/2024

When Essun comes face-to-face with her husband’s remains, she is also forced to see the harm she also caused to Nassun.

Disturbed and engaged forever, dear listeners!

Audio: https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/part-3-the-stone-sky
YouTube: https://youtu.be/1Y9AVbW7ATU

27/07/2024

We’re digging these explorations into Hoa’s past—even if we are super confused by most of it. (We trust Jemisin to lead us through this story, and we know it will all make sense eventually.)

Audio: https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/part-2-the-stone-sky
YouTube: https://youtu.be/kXM18KE61cc

25/07/2024

We’re diving right back in and starting with a Hoa Prologue. It’s not a long prologue, but we talk about it for quite a while because there are so many truths that N.K. Jemisin is revealing. We got goosebumps!

Audio: https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/part-1-the-stone-sky
YouTube: https://youtu.be/GQiR_wNg0fg

24/07/2024

Anna reveals how she got into the Extended Universe books. Josef talks about the General Grievous timeline.

Don't forget to subscribe to us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!

https://youtu.be/yjghfnsHlHc

24/07/2024

In honor of Star Wars Day, we’re talking all about our first-ever fandom!

PS. This episode was available where ever you get your pods in May, but we're behind on the social meds. Make sure you're subscribed on Spotify or Apple!

https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/episode-4-may-the-4th-be-with-you

03/07/2024

Last part!

The pacing of this book is so perfect. The climax hit us with high stakes and the falling action gave us just enough buffer to get us ready for the next book—and we are very excited about that next book!

Audio: https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/part-8-the-obelisk-gate
YouTube: https://youtu.be/IE_65HQhpeM

02/05/2024

Make sure you're ready to join us on May 15!

02/05/2024

We're reading the third book in the Broken Earth series for our next Read Along! Make sure you're ready to read The Stone Sky with us, starting on May 15!

01/05/2024

We’ve finally gotten the Hoa lore reveal to Essun that we’ve been waiting for!

And the juxtaposition of Nassun and Essun’s meltdowns? Woah.

Audio: https://thelitroundtable.libsyn.com/part-7-the-obelisk-gate
YouTube: https://youtu.be/nHvHMZwU_dQ

30/04/2024

We’re learning about something new today—Hopecore! Join the Sibnerds as we dive into a new aesthetic in storytelling. We also go on a philosophical tangent to discuss the human condition—and what it means for us as storytellers and readers.

We’re learning about something new today—Hopecore! Join the Sibnerds as we dive into a new aesthetic in storytelling. We also go on a philosophical tangent t...