Novel Finds

Author Interview! Join us today for a short but absolutely brilliant and lovely conversation with Jamie Brenner. Jamie is known for her incredible books that focus on the complex relationships between women, romance, and family. We talked about her newest release, Gilt, which focuses on the women involved in the Pavlin jewelry dynasty and the rare pink diamond. I couldn't put this book down!  It was so much to chat with Jamie about her inspiration, female characters, and her personal favorite book.  As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend.

For more information on Jamie follow the link below: 
https://www.jamiebrenner.com/

Or, follow her on Instagram @jamiebrennerwrites

Jamie's books can be found wherever books are sold. However, if you're looking for a signed copy and to support a small, local business, follow the link:
https://provincetownbookshop.com/

For the jewelry that inspired it all:
https://www.lulufrost.com/

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Happy Episode Day! Today Maggie and Julia discuss the New York Times Bestseller and Bookstagram famous novel 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.' Join us as we discuss the incredible book about old Hollywood, relationships, and the bisexual icon that is Evelyn. Between discussing the complex characters and relationships we also obsess over the outfits and Laura Dern. Oh, and current revelation...can we talk about how PERFECT Ana De Armas would be in the film adaptation of Evelyn Hugo? Just saying. 
We also recommend sticking to the end of this episode for a special surprise of an outro. 

As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend.

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It's Indie Bookshop Week here in Edinburgh and I had the lovely opportunity to chat with a few of my favorites in the city! Join me as I chat about the first bookstore I went to when I moved to the city, the bookstore across the street from my flat, and the shop that is rumored to be Tom Hanks' favorite bookstore in Scotland. Not only that but...board game nights? Independent publishing? Zines???  I had a blast and hope you guys check them out if you're in the area!

Typewronger Books: @typewronger
Portobello Bookshop: @portybooks
https://theportobellobookshop.com/events/
https://portybypost.com/
Argonaut Books: @argonautbooks

As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend. Independent Bookshop Week will continue as I chat with McNaughton's Bookshop (a rare and old books shop in Edinburgh). This lovely chat will be posted on our Patreon and available for all to enjoy!

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It's an Author Interview! Julia chats with Amy Bernstein about her novel 'The Nighthawkers.' The book is an archeological romance meets swashbuckling adventure! The Mummy meets the Lost City! Julia and Amy had a blast chatting all about adventure, love, writing, and time (is it a construct?). How does Amy organize her books? As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend! 

For more information on Amy - from her plays, novels, and her Non-Fiction writing assistance - check out her website: https://amywrites.live/

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Today's episode is all about those unlikeable protagonists. The antihero. The villain. The bad guy that also might be a good guy. The complicated, morally grey character. Maggie brings "My Year of Rest and Relaxation" and Julia brings "Vicious" to today's episode! What makes these characters bad? Are they redeemable? Tune in to hear Maggie spend 30 minutes saying "but she's going through a hard time!!!" and find out Julia's opinion on this villainous VE Schwab book. As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend.


TW: Books deal with mental health, self harm, and suicide. 

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Author Episode! In today's episode Maggie sits down with author Marie Wishert to talk about her book - Ignite! Marie Wishert has written a raw and honest story about a very complex woman and it is absolutely stunning. I'm excited to pick up the sequel in the trilogy, Wildfire. I loved, loved, LOVED getting to chat with her. Marie is so funny and (truly!!) so cool. I hope you enjoy this little episode. If you want more from Marie check her out on Instagram! You can also purchase her book on Amazon or Barnes and Noble, for our UK listeners, her book is available online at Waterstones. 

As always, thanks for being a Novel Friend!

Instagram:  @maries_world_of_writing

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Ignite-Marie-Wishert/dp/1636495680

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Guest episode! We are once again joined by the brilliant and lovely Dr. Shelby VanRossum to talk about all things faeries, Feyre, and fantasy. The sequel book to ACOTAR, we believe that ACOMAF is the best in the series. We delve into the relationships, character arcs, and emotional journeys that Feyre has along the way! We also attempt to cast the Inner Circle AND we take a quiz to find out which character would be our mate. This is such a fun episode that really reflects our love and enjoyment of the series! 

Julia would like to comment that after recording she thought of the perfect actor to play Amren: Meng'er Zhang. Both Maggie and Shelby support this casting. 

As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend. We hope you enjoy!

TW: We chat quite a lot about emotional trauma and PTSD in this episode. 

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Today's episode is all about the novel She Who Became the Sun. A book that has lived on bestselling lists and has been shortlisted for multiple book awards, SWBTS is a re-imagining of of the rise to power of the Hongwu Emperor in 14th century China. 
We loved reading this book and, as you'll find out, we have many, many opinions on it. We hope you enjoy! 

As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend.

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Let's go back to a time when people were loyal to Team Edward or Team Jacob. Vampire vs. Werewolf. Mortality vs. Immortality. Well, the time has come, young Novel Friends....we're here to finally do a deep dive into the world of Twilight (and New Moon and Eclipse and Breaking Dawn). Tune in for ALL thoughts on Renesmee, Alice, Stephenie Meyer, and Charlie. Today's special guest episode with the brilliant Emma Kiel is one you don't want to miss! 

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Hey hey hey! In today's episode Maggie and Julia talk all about the bestselling novel 'Mexican Gothic.' This book has made a home on the New York Times and Sunday Times bestselling lists and we wanted to find out why. A creepy and haunting story that shadows the genre most well known in novels such as Wuthering Heights and Rebecca, Mexican Gothic is a ghost story you don't want to miss! And, even though Maggie says she doesn't want to spoil it...there are many spoilers. But you will be warned ahead of time! Enjoy this short episode with multiple tangents including Maggie's dog, actors that play teens even when they are 30, and Kelly Rippa's potentially handsome husband. 

As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend! 

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