OUR OWN THANG PODCAST IS THE PLATFORM URBAN FICTION AUTHORS & READERS CALL HOME. In-depth conversations with AUTHORS about the art form, future endeavors, experiences as an author, and their latest novel. Also, we touch on sports, music, and current events.
OUR OWN THANG
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95 episodes
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YouTube76
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OUR OWN THANG PODCAST IS THE PLATFORM URBAN FICTION AUTHORS & READERS CALL HOME. In-depth conversations with AUTHORS about the art form, future endeavors, experiences as an author, and their latest novel. Also, we touch on sports, music, and current events.
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Publishing Since
4/18/2023
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Recent Episodes
June 7, 2026
What Makes A Great Urban Fiction Book? | OUR OWN THANG EP. 96 w/ COCO VEGAN SOUL
<p>In this episode of <strong>OUR OWN THANG PODCAST</strong>, book reviewer <strong>COCO VEGAN SOUL</strong> joined us as she breaks down what makes a great urban fiction story, the books readers can't stop talking about, and the authors you need on your radar.We briefly cover real experiences, such as what separates good urban fiction from great urban fiction, unforgettable characters, and must-read books.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How she became a book reviewer— Her unfiltered take on today's hottest urban fiction books and authors.— Favorite authors of the genre— The inspiration behind penning her first book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Do urban fiction readers prefer an author follow the trends or authenticity?CONTACT: ourownthang1@gmail.comSOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#OurOwnThangPodcast #BookReview #CocoVeganSoul #UrbanLit #BookTube #PodcastCommunity #UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFictionAuthor #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #LetsBuild</p>
May 3, 2026
A HIATUS DIDN'T END HER STORY… IT SHARPENED IT | OUR OWN THANG EP. 95 W/ AUTHORESS SHAYLEA
<p>In this episode of OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, we sit down with Authoress Shaylea to discuss her latest novel, "IN THE ARMS OF A MADE MAN." Also, she tells what inspired her to write the book. Since 2016, she's been a published author, eventually taking a five-year hiatus... We briefly cover real experiences, such as how having a great soundtrack helps her develop her stories, how she uses real people to stay as authentic as possible, and her definition of literary success.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How she got started writing— Deciding to self-publish— Favorite authors of the genre— The inspiration behind this book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Do urban fiction readers prefer an author follow the trends or authenticity?CONTACT: ourownthang1@gmail.comSOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #InTheArmsOfAMadeMan #AuthoressShaylea #LetsBuild</p>
April 26, 2026
OUR OWN THANG EP. 94 W/ A. RACKSTRAW
<p>In this episode of <strong>OUR OWN THANG PODCAST, </strong>we sit down with author <strong>A. RACKSTRAW</strong> to discuss his debut book, <strong>"MY MAN YOUR WOMAN."</strong> Also, he talks about what inspired him to publish this book: being a single father and an advocate for mental health.We briefly cover real experiences, such as having a great support system, his daughter motivating him to complete the publishing process, and his definition of literary success.📚 In this episode, we discuss:— How A. Rackstraw got started writing— A love of poetry— Favorite authors of the genre— The inspiration behind his most popular book— Advice for new and aspiring urban fiction authorsThis episode is a must-watch for:✔ Urban fiction readers✔ Aspiring and indie authors✔ Writers interested in film adaptations✔ Fans are a part of the culture🎧 Subscribe to OUR OWN THANG PODCAST for weekly conversations with urban fiction authors👍🏾 Like the episode if you support the culture💬 Comment: Do I look like Leon from the 5 Heartbeats?CONTACT: ourownthang1@gmail.comSOCIAL MEDIA: Facebook/facebook.com/@ourownthangpodcast Instagram/instagram.com/@ourownthangpodcast X/x.com/@ourownthangpodcast TikTok/@ourownthangpodcast#UrbanFictionPodcast #UrbanFiction #StreetLit #UrbanFiction #BlackAuthors #BlackWriters #SelfPublish #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #MyManYourWoman #ARackstraw #LetsBuild</p>
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