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  • Episode 52 - Lights, Camera, Nightmare: Paul Tremblay's Horror Movie

    Episode 52 - Lights, Camera, Nightmare: Paul Tremblay's Horror Movie
    2026/10/27
    Sometimes the scariest part of a horror story isn't what happens on screen. It's what happens when the cameras stop rolling. In this solo episode of Novel Escapes, Janessa is diving into the novel Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay! Join in and help explore the novel's unsettling mystery, its characters, the line between fiction and reality, and the questions that linger long after the final page. With a breakdown of the story section by section, I share my thoughts and theories and discuss the ending and my final verdict. **Spoiler warning:** This episode discusses the entire book, including the ending. Read it first if you want to avoid spoilers! Grab a snack, turn down the lights, and let's escape into horror! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    1 時間 22 分
  • Episode 51 - Something Wicked This Way Cackles

    Episode 51 - Something Wicked This Way Cackles
    2026/10/13
    In today's episode, there may be a little witchcraft, a little weirdness, and a whole lot to discuss. We're diving deep into the book Cackle by Rachel Harrison! We break down the characters, explore the book's biggest themes, and discuss what makes this witchy, darkly atmospheric story so interesting. From friendship and independence to the things that make us question what's really going on, we've got plenty of thoughts to share! And this episode comes with something special... It's our FIRST VIDEO EPISODE! We're so excited to bring you along for the conversation in a whole new way. So grab your favorite spooky-season drink, settle in, and join us as we unpack Cackle. Have you read it? We'd love to hear what you thought! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    57 分
  • Episode 50 - The Turning of the Wheel and It's Many Pages

    Episode 50 - The Turning of the Wheel and It's Many Pages
    2026/09/29
    In this solo episode, Shaylee gives a brief overview of the beginning of the well known fantasy series, The Wheel of Time. Only having read up to book 4, they discuss how this series came to be, it's many inspirations, some of the characters, and a general description of the plot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    40 分
  • Episode 49 - Reddit or Not, This is the Library!

    Episode 49 - Reddit or Not, This is the Library!
    2026/09/15
    In today's episode, we are diving into the threads of Reddit to share stories from other librarians. Prepare yourself for the good, the bad, the ugly, and the many fecal experiences of these traumatized book nerds. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    52 分
  • Episode 48 - The Unhoneymooners: Lies, Luck & Love in Maui

    Episode 48 - The Unhoneymooners: Lies, Luck & Love in Maui
    2026/09/03
    In this episode of Novel Escapes, Janessa is breaking down Christina Lauren’s The Unhoneymooners, where Olive’s terrible luck lands her on her twin sister’s honeymoon with the one man she can’t stand. We’re diving into the fake marriage, enemies-to-lovers romance, family drama, and the secrets that turn Olive’s world upside down. Plus, we’ll track Olive’s Bad Luck Meter and ask whether she’s really as unlucky as she thinks she is. The music for our podcast was created by Worlds Connect. Books Discussed in Today’s Episode: The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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    43 分
  • Episode 47: Episode 47 - Sister Book Swap; I'll Read Yours, You Read Mine

    Episode 47: Episode 47 - Sister Book Swap; I'll Read Yours, You Read Mine
    2026/08/18

    We know each other pretty well… but do we know each other’s reading tastes? This time on Novel Escapes, we put that to the test with a sister book swap! Janessa chose Wrong Place, Wrong Time by Gillian McAllister, while Shaylee picked The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab.

    We’re diving into both books, discussing what made us choose them for each other, and finding out whether these picks were brilliant, disastrous, or somewhere in between. Because apparently sibling love means forcing each other to read books.

    Worlds Connect created the music for our podcast⁠.

    Books Discussed in Today’s Episode:
    ⁠The Secret Life of Addie LaRue by V.E. Schwab⁠
    ⁠Wrong Place Wrong Time by Gillian McCallister ⁠


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    1 時間 13 分
  • Episode 46 - "You confused your father with God"

    Episode 46 - "You confused your father with God"
    2026/08/04

    In the second half of this two-part episode, we will be discussing the classic novel: Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee. We dive into the story's characters, quotes, and themes, as well as the differences between this book and To Kill a Mockingbird.

    The music for our podcast was created by ⁠Worlds Connect⁠.

    Book Discussed in Today’s Episode:
    ⁠Go Set a Watchman⁠


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    54 分
  • Episode 45 - "It's a Sin to Kill a Mockingbird"

    Episode 45 - "It's a Sin to Kill a Mockingbird"
    2026/07/21

    In this two-part episode, we discuss a nostalgic classic: To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. We dive into the story's characters, quotes, thematic messaging, and historical significance. In the upcoming episode, join us next time when we will be discussing the prequel/sequel: Go Set a Watchman.

    The music for our podcast was created by ⁠Worlds Connect⁠.

    Books Discussed In Today's Episode:
    ⁠To Kill a Mockingbird⁠


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    53 分