Jun 3, 20251h 6m
For our final episode of Novel Pairings, we opened up the mailbag to answer your thoughtful listener questions. From reflections on our favorite classics to behind-the-scenes stories, we're sharing a lot today! And...
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Welcome to Novel Pairings, a podcast dedicated to making the classics readable, relevant, and fun. As two nerdy bookworms, we appreciate the role of classic lit, but we but we won't get too academic about it. We'll talk about the books we love and the books we loath, and help stock your TBR pile with old and new reads for every literary taste.
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What is Novel Pairings about?
Welcome to Novel Pairings, a podcast dedicated to making the classics readable, relevant, and fun. As two nerdy bookworms, we appreciate the role of classic lit, but we but we won't get too academic about it.
What has Novel Pairings covered recently?
Recent episodes include "165. Celebrate Novel Pairings with Chelsey and Sara with a Farewell Q&A" (3 June 2025, 66 minutes), "164. Brand New Books with Backlist Pairings: Summer 2025 Edition" (20 May 2025, 62 minutes), and "163. Reflections on Emma and 250 years of Jane Austen" (6 May 2025, 56 minutes).
How often does Novel Pairings publish?
Novel Pairings publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 63 minutes across 171 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Novel Pairings?
Booking probability for Novel Pairings is 35%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Novel Pairings requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Novel Pairings's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Novel Pairings?
The strongest fits for Novel Pairings are News, Magazine & Book Publishing. Novel Pairings has an arts audience.
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- May 20, 20251h 2m
Get ready to load your summer totes with compelling reads, both new and old! We're sharing our anticipated summer releases on today's episode, carefully curated from a long list of captivating titles to shake up your...
- May 6, 202556 min
We're wrapping up our Emma readalong with final reflections on rereading, standout themes, and Austen's legacy. We also chat about how we're marking the momentous occasion of Jane Austen's 250th anniversary and the ways...
- Apr 15, 20251h 22m
In this episode, we reach the culmination of Jane Austen's Emma, where secrets are revealed, relationships evolve, and characters face pivotal choices that will shape their futures. We discuss shifting affections...
- Apr 8, 20251h 9m
In this episode, we're unpacking so many juicy moments—from Frank Churchill's restless return to Highbury and the long-awaited ball at the Crown Inn to Harriet's shocking misadventure and Mr. Knightley's heroic turn on...
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- Apr 1, 20251h 4m
In this episode, we're savoring the drama and intrigue of Emma, Volume Two, Chapters 9 through 18. The aftermath of the Cole's party has Emma rehashing every social triumph and misstep, from her jealousy over Jane...
- Mar 25, 202558 min
In this recap, we're discussing Volume Two, Chapters 1-8 of Emma by Jane Austen. In this episode, we'll explore the arrival of some intriguing new characters to Highbury that shake up Emma's carefully curated social...
- Mar 18, 20251h 8m
In this recap, we're diving into Emma by Jane Austen — covering Volume One, Chapters 10–18. Join us on Patreon for bonus content. Emma Woodhouse is back at it — charming, meddling, and trying to navigate Highbury's...
- Mar 11, 20251h 13m
In this recap episode, we're discussing Volume One, Chapters 1-9 of Jane Austen's Emma. We take a deep dive into Emma Woodhouse's world, examining her relationships with key figures like Miss Taylor, Mr. Woodhouse, and...
Episode #156
156. Introducing Emma by Jane Austen
Mar 4, 202538 minWelcome to our Spring Season! We're reading Emma by Jane Austen as a community, and we hope you will join us. Listen to today's introduction to hear why we love this novel, how we approach readalongs and recaps, and...
Episode #155
155. Notable books of 2024: our bookish superlatives, reading life updates, and a little Jane Austen
Jan 14, 20251h 7mWe're back and kicking off 2025 with our annual Superlatives episode. Today, we're excited to highlight stand-out books from 2024. We've got eight superlatives lined up that highlight our favorites, least favorites and...
- Sep 17, 202457 min
We're excited to be back in your podcast feeds to pair highly anticipated fall book releases with beloved backlist favorites. Prepare to overload your TBR pile as we dive into an exciting fall publishing season filled...
- Sep 3, 20241h 8m
As the summer reading season comes to a close, we're turning our eyes to fall. With Chelsey on maternity leave, we've made some thoughtful adjustments to our plans and structure here at Novel Pairings. Our goal is to...
Episode #152
152. The Custom of the Country Book One Recap
Jun 11, 20241h 15mIn today's recap episode, we discuss Book One of The Custom of the Country (that's chapters 1-10 if your book is not divided into books). This episode includes detailed discussion of the plot and characters introduced...
- Jun 11, 202444 min
Today's episode is a special one! Twice a year, we choose a big bucket list classic to read together as a community. For every big book we read, Chelsey and Sara dust off their English teacher skills to break down plot...
- Jun 4, 202441 min
We're taking it back to the classroom in today's episode! Chelsey and Sara reflect on their experience with high school summer reading as both students and teachers: the good, the great, and the hot takes. While we...
Episode #149
149. On Beauty by Zadie Smith
May 28, 20241h 15mToday, we're wrapping up our spring season with Zadie Smith's On Beauty, a theme-driven novel that recreates the social world of an elite liberal arts college, exploring issues through nuanced satire on race, class, and...
- May 21, 20241h 1m
Get ready for your summer TBR to pile high as we share our most anticipated titles releasing this summer! Plus, each new release that we preview in today's episode is perfectly paired with a backlist book or two, giving...
- May 14, 202455 min
On today's Modern Readers episode, we're placing "A Modest Proposal" by Jonathan Swift in context with pieces of contemporary political satire. We'll explore how satire is being used today to comment on politics and...
- Apr 30, 20241h 13m
In today's episode, we're discussing The Importance of Being Earnest by the ever-delightful Oscar Wilde. A classic example of British theater, this play is known for its biting social satire and brilliant comedic...
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