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The Unbearable Weight of Wanting with Alicia Thompson
Jun 21, 2026
Unknown duration
A New Anansi Story with Ama Ofosua Lieb
Jun 7, 2026
26m 54s
To Sleep, Perchance to Dream with Cindy Pham
May 17, 2026
44m 33s
Pop the Bubble with Silvia Park
May 3, 2026
33m 45s
We Need Three Day Weekends with Shelly Page
Apr 19, 2026
23m 03s
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/21/26 | The Unbearable Weight of Wanting with Alicia Thompson | In this episode, Novel Finds host Julia chats with popular romance author, Alicia Thompson, about her upcoming novel: In Every Possible Way (order now!) You may remember Alicia from her episode with Julia back in 2022 about her debut novel, Love In the Time of Serial Killers, but if not, it's definitely worth a listen. Alicia says her new book is different from her others, lacking the usual cynicism and ramping up the hope that comes with second chances. If this is something that you want to read (and we highly recommend it), why not order her book from her favorite independent bookstores: Tombolo Books (personalized copies and swag available, while supplies last),Also, check out Alicia's favorite books and authors: Klara and the Sun and Never Let Me Go by Kazuo Ishiguro, I've Got Your Number by Sophie Kinsella, and The Prospects by KT Hoffman, as well as any book by Regina Black, Kate Claiborne, and Anita KellyFollow Alicia on IG and subscribe to her newsletter!As always, thank you for being a Novel Friend. See y'all next time! Host: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/7/26 | A New Anansi Story with Ama Ofosua Lieb✨ | afro-futurismliterature+3 | Ama Ofosua Lieb | Marcus BooksBook Passage+8 | — | afro-futuristicGoldenborn+3 | — | 26m 54s | |
| 5/17/26 | To Sleep, Perchance to Dream with Cindy Pham✨ | mental healthdepression+4 | Cindy Pham | Yu & Me BooksBooks Are Magic+5 | — | Cindy PhamThe Secret World of Briar Rose+6 | — | 44m 33s | |
| 5/3/26 | Pop the Bubble with Silvia Park✨ | science fictionrobots+4 | Silvia Park | Raven Book StoreLuminous+1 | Lawrence, Kansas | LuminousSilvia Park+6 | — | 33m 45s | |
| 4/19/26 | We Need Three Day Weekends with Shelly Page✨ | literaturequeer representation+3 | Shelly Page | Annabelle's Book ClubGrand Gesture Books+9 | — | Shelly PageBrewed with Love+3 | — | 23m 03s | |
| 4/5/26 | The Perfect Place for Nosy Aunts with Olivia Waite✨ | queer representationbook discussion+3 | Olivia Waite | Ballast BooksThird Place Books+8 | — | Olivia Waitequeer literature+3 | Standout Book Box | 48m 24s | |
| 3/15/26 | Dead Goddess Causes Infrastructure Problems with Hannah Whitten✨ | interviewbook discussion+3 | Hannah Whitten | The Nightshade CrownReliquary+5 | The Book Cellar | Hannah WhittenThe Nightshade Crown+3 | — | 29m 51s | |
| 3/1/26 | A Lady For Season Six with TJ Alexander✨ | historical romanceregency+3 | TJ Alexander | Word Up Community BookshopA Lady For All Seasons+2 | Manhattan, NY | historical romanceTJ Alexander+3 | — | 49m 00s | |
| 11/30/25 | 2025 Year In Review✨ | year in reviewfavorite books+3 | Hannah Latham | Novel FindsUprooted Ink+2 | — | 2025year in review+5 | — | 55m 32s | |
| 11/23/25 | Extra Special Live(ish) Episode✨ | graphic novelscomic creators+3 | Sarah GraleyHamish Steele+1 | Pizza WitchOur Super Adventure+18 | — | graphic novelscomic creators+3 | — | 23m 13s | |
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| 11/16/25 | The Stone Cold Killer with Ayana Gray✨ | mythologyrepresentation+3 | Ayana Gray | WordsWorth BooksPyramid Books+6 | — | mythological novelrepresentation+3 | — | 33m 46s | |
| 11/2/25 | A Court of Swords and Stairs✨ | ACOTAR seriesbook discussion+3 | Dr. Shelby Van Rossum | A Court of Swords and StairsA Court of Thorns and Roses+4 | — | ACOTARA Court of Silver Flames+3 | — | 1h 08m 46s | |
| 10/19/25 | We Fell In Love In An Elevator with Alexandria Bellefleur✨ | paranormal romancequeer dating+3 | Alexandria Bellefleur | Strand BooksThe Ripped Bodice+9 | — | paranormal romancequeer dating+3 | — | 28m 32s | |
| 10/5/25 | There's Magic In Small Things with Julie Leong✨ | cozy fantasymagic+3 | Julie Leong | The Keeper of Magical ThingsDiscworld books+3 | ShpellingNoe Valley Books+1 | cozy fantasyJulie Leong+3 | — | 34m 38s | |
| 9/21/25 | The Allure of Swamp Witches with Miranda Mundt | In this episode, Julia chats with webtoon-creator-turned-graphic-novelist Miranda Mundt about their graphic novel, Muted! In Muted, we follow Camille Severin, orphaned witch of one of the famed witch families of New Orleans. Camille struggles with her magic and when her coming-of-age ritual goes awry, she's suddenly given the gift of time to discover herself. Volume 1 is available now, and Volume 2 is coming October 14th, 2025. Grab them from some of Miranda's favorite bookstores: Elliott Bay Book Company, Outsider Comics, and Charlie's Queer BooksMuted Family Quiz (Julia got the Dupree Family!)Death By TBR (Miranda's Fave Books): Witch Hat AtelierFollow Miranda on socials: Instagram, Website, Twitter, YouTube, Patreon, WebtoonHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 9/7/25 | Desperate Housewives Meets The Craft with Juno Dawson | In this episode, Julia chats with bestselling author (and Doctor Who writer and newly established Bratz doll collector) Juno Dawson, about her seriously magical series (and series finale) Her Majesty's Royal Coven! The epic conclusion to the series, Human Rites, is out now and you can find it at Juno's fave bookshops: Anderson's Bookshop, Gibson's Bookstore, An Unlikely Story, Queer Lit, Gays the Word, The Book Nook, and City BooksDeath by TBR (Juno's favorite books): The Transgender Issue: Trans Justice Is Justice for All by Shon Faye, Boy Parts, Penance, and She's Always Hungry by Eliza Clark, Stag Dance by Torrey Peters, Julia Armfield, Alison Rumfitt, Bonjour Tristesse by Françoise Sagan, My Husband by Maud Ventura, Heatwave by Victor Jestin, Convenience Store Woman, and Earthlings by Sayaka MurataFollow Juno on socials: personal Instagram and Bratz InstagramHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/24/25 | And They Were LAB PARTNERS with Sara Raasch | CW: not graphic, brief mention of SA and torture when discussing OutlanderIn this episode, Julia chats with bestselling author Sara Raasch about her newest Dnd-inspired book, The Entanglement of Rival Wizards! A Magic-Meets-STEM fantasy university set in Philadelphia with two hot bisexual messes who hate each other so much that they kiss (naturally). Pre-order Sara's book now from her fave indie bookshops: The Fallen Acorn Bookshop, SeeWhich Books, Novel Grounds, and Fountain BooksDeath by TBR (Sara's favorite books): The Twelve Houses series by Sharon ShinnDonate to Transanta CharityFollow Sara on her website, Instagram, TikTok, and BlueskyIG: Gregory_Paperback Lesaria University Hoodie!Host: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 8/10/25 | Looking To Our Queer Future with Lee Mandelo | In this episode, Julia chats with author, editor, and scholar Lee Mandelo, about his anthology Amplitudes: Stories of Queer and Trans Futurity, in which he compiled and editied 22 short stories from prominent and emerging LGBTQIA+ voices! The book is out now, so find it at your favorite local indie, or order it from one of Lee's faves: Carmichael's, Charis Books & More, Loyalty Books, Books Are Magic, or UnabridgedDeath By TBR (Lee's favorite books): Labyrinth by Kate Mosse, The Practice, the Horizon, and the Chain by Sofia Samatar, The Long Run: A Creative Inquiry by Stacey D'Erasmo, Blackouts by Justin Torres, The Dove in the Belly by Jim Grimsley, and The Saint of Bright Doors by Vajra ChandrasekeraFollow Lee on Bluesky, IG, and his websiteWatch lgbt+ positive shows on GagaOOLalaHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 7/27/25 | Welcome to Malevolent Manor with Hannah Nicole Maehrer | In this episode, Julia chats with bestselling author Hannah Nicole Maehrer (pronounced May-er) about her Assistant to the Villain series and it's newest installment, Accomplice to the Villain! Coming out August 5th, 2025.Death By TBR (Hannah's favorite books): A Forbidden Alchemy by Hannah's Best Friend Forever, Stacey McEwan, The Book of Azrael by Amber Nicole, and A Forbidden Fate by Kaven HirningFind Hannah's books at her fave indie bookstores: Reads & Company, Looker Books, The Ripped Bodice (both locations!), and The New RomanticsFollow Hannah on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTubeHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 7/13/25 | Byrd Is The Word with Lindsey Byrd | In this episode, Julia chats with debut author Lindsey Byrd about the first book in her new duology The Sun Blessed Prince (out now!) In this three POV narrative, we follow Elician, Giver and Prince of Soleb, Cat, Reaper of Allelune, and Fenlia, Elician's younger sister who also happens to be a Giver. Their fates are woven intricately together in this fantasy, and begs the question: are we really that different from one another?Death By TBR (Lindsey's Favorite Books): Doctor Sleep by Stephen King, Inkheart by Cornelia Funke, Sistersong by Lucy Holland, Le Fay by Sophie Keetch, (Sophie's Novel Finds Episode), Shades of Magic series by V.E. Schwab, Dark Heir series by C.S. PacatFind Lindsey's book at a bookstore in Ann Arbor, or order it from the Novel Finds Author Chat Booklist on Bookshop.org!Follow Lindsey on Instagram, Tumblr, her website, and listen to her podcast Writing Is Hard! with Lindsey Byrd (new episodes on Mondays)Host: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/29/25 | Invoking Lord Byron with TJ Alexander | In this episode, Julia chats with queer romance author, TJ Alexander, about their newest novel: A Gentleman's Gentleman! A trans regency novel with hijinks, an epic carriage chase, and many moments of queer joy. A Gentleman's Gentleman is available now, and if you want a signed copy, grab it from TJ's fave local bookstore: Word Up Bookshop in Manhattan.Here's the Spotify playlist created for A Gentleman's GentlemanWhile you await the sequel to A Gentleman's Gentleman, TJ recommends you check out these books and authors: A Shore Thing by Joanna Lowell, I Shall Never Fall In Love: A Graphic Novel by Hari Conner, Sherlock Holmes, P.G. Wodehouse, and Malinda LoFollow TJ on social media: Bluesky, Instagram, Tumblr, and their website (newsletter)Host: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/15/25 | Eff It, Let's Try Coffee with Rebecca Thorne | CW: After the Patreon ad, Rebecca and I discuss the NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) scandal involving a child predator, among other things that happened. If you would like to skip this section, it starts at 42:00 and wraps up around 55:32. If you or someone you know was affected by this predator, please reach out to your trusted adults for help and guidance.Additionally, this episode is full of spoilers, so if you haven't read the first three books and want to, come back to this episode later! If you don't mind spoilers or have read the books, listen on!Rebecca's favorite book in her Tomes & Tea series is Alchemy and a Cup of Tea (who says you can't pick favorites??), which comes out August, so pre-order it now from Laura of Literally, A Bookshop, Rebecca's fave place! Her favorite Tome in general right now is Murderbot and it goes perfect with a Coconut Chai TeaFollow Rebecca on: Instagram, TikTok, Threads, Bluesky, and her websiteHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 6/1/25 | No One Said Feminism was Pretty with Xiran Jay Zhao | In this episode, Julia chats with Bestselling author & #1 NYT-disqualified & Hugo Award-disqualified, but Alfie Award winner (And Hugo Award winner) Xiran Jay Zhao! Author of the Iron Widow series (Iron Widow & Heavenly Tyrant) and Zachary Ying and the Dragon Emperor. Find Xiran's books through Books of Wonder, Mysterious Galaxy Bookstore, or IndieBound!Want more than just Xiran's books? Their favorite and impressionable books: Heavenbreaker, The First Sister, The Sunbearer Trials, Slay, and And I DarkenMessage for Indie Bookstores: Xiran will sign and send book plates to you free of charge! Message them here (assistant info at bottom of page)Soapbox Moment: Help the people, families, and pets in Gaza as they try to survive this massive and ongoing humanitarian crisis and famine by donating. Xiran's Linktree & direct link to the animal shelterSocial Media: Website, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, TikTok, Bluesky, TumblrPeggy Hill AmendmentHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/18/25 | Fairies, and Armor, and Magic, Oh My! with the Purpah | In this episode, Julia chats with popular Webtoon creator, artist, and author the Purpah about her newest volume of Suitor Armor! Purpah reveals how she became a Webtoon creator, the benefits of using the fantasy genre to tell hard stories, and her deep love of fairies. Find Suitor Armor Volume Two from her fave indie bookstores: The King's English Bookshop, Barnes and Noble, and Black Cat Comics on May 20th, or pre-order now!Read Purpah's favorite books: Princess Academy, Six of Crows duology, Caraval, An Enchantment of Ravens, If We Were Villains, and Legends and LattesFollow Purpah on her Webtoon, Twitter, Bluesky, Tiktok, Facebook, Instagram, and her websiteHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
| 5/4/25 | The Trung Sisters Like Never Before with Aimee Phan | In this episode, Julia chats with author (and professor) Aimee Phan about her first young adult novel, The Lost Queen. The first in the duology, The Lost Queen is a beautiful story following Jolie as she takes on the challenges of high school and reincarnated siblings. Pre-order her book now from her favorite indie bookstores: Mrs. Dalloway's, and East Bay Booksellers or find it in stores on May 6th, 2025!Read Aimee's favorite books: Farewell to Manzanar, The Woman Warrior, The Joy Luck Club, East of Eden, and No-No BoyFollow Aimee on social media: Instagram, TikTok, and her websiteHost: Julia Steudle (she/her)Editor & Artwork: Jonah Kensett (he/him)Music: Brady Dunn (they/them)Content Development: Hannah Latham (she/her)Instagram | PatreonSupport indie bookstores through Bookshop.org & Libro.fmNovel Finds is an affiliate of Bookshop.org & Libro.fm Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | — | ||||||
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