This week, we’re celebrating our 50th podcast episode! Join us for a retrospective into the inception of Novel Feelings, as we celebrate what we’ve achieved in four years, highlight some of our favourite memories, and revisit some of our best (and worst) books we’ve covered on the podcast. Plus, you’re invited to join our newContinue reading “Celebrating 50 episodes (+ would you like to join our Facebook community?)”
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Danielle Binks on writing middle grade, school refusal, and the power of sad stories | Author interview
We were thrilled to sit down with Danielle Binks to talk all about her latest novel, Six Summers of Tash and Leopold: a big, hopeful, coming-of-age middle-grade book that features complicated families and life-changing summers. The novel follows the titular characters as they deal with difficult life transitions and school can’t (a.k.a. school refusal). DanielleContinue reading “Danielle Binks on writing middle grade, school refusal, and the power of sad stories | Author interview”
Nina Kenwood on life stability, 30s anxieties, and wedding drama | Author interview
In this interview, we welcome author Nina Kenwood back to the show, where we discuss her new book – and her first book for adults – The Wedding Forecast. Topics include starting over after a long-term relationship, anxieties around parenthood and aging, and stability versus taking a leap. Content notes for the episode: anxiety and overthinking;Continue reading “Nina Kenwood on life stability, 30s anxieties, and wedding drama | Author interview”
Emma Lord: Grief, Trauma, and the Apocalypse l Author Interview
Priscilla and Elise sit down with Emma Lord to discuss her debut novel, Anomaly. The novel follows teenager Piper Manning, who wakes up after an apocalyptic pandemic alone – and with an uncontrollable power. We talk about the depiction of grief and PTSD, Piper’s isolating experience in the aftermath of a pandemic, Anomaly‘s cast ofContinue reading “Emma Lord: Grief, Trauma, and the Apocalypse l Author Interview”
Alice Robinson: Grief, Parenting and an Uncertain Future | Author Interview
Author Alice Robinson joins Elise and Priscilla for an insightful interview about her new release, If You Go. The novel follows protagonist Esther, who must piece together a timeline between her past and the highly confusing present. We chat about a non-linear experience of grief, the relationship between feminism and motherhood, and speculate about theContinue reading “Alice Robinson: Grief, Parenting and an Uncertain Future | Author Interview”
Ariane Beeston: Overcoming Mental Illness in Motherhood | Author Interview
Elise and Priscilla chat to author Ariane Beeston on her memoir, Because I’m Not Myself, You See, which traces her experience with motherhood and mental illness. Discussion topics include perinatal and postnatal depression and anxiety, postpartum psychosis, inpatient treatment, and stigma. Show Notes About Because I’m Not Myself, You See Ariane Beeston is a childContinue reading “Ariane Beeston: Overcoming Mental Illness in Motherhood | Author Interview”
Interview with Sarah Sasson on Tidelines (+ Novel Feelings Announcements)
In this episode, Priscilla interviews author Dr Sarah Sasson about the newly released Tidelines, a tender coming-of-age novel about growing up in the face of unimaginable loss. Tidelines examines the stories we subconsciously write for ourselves, and what remains later, when we have the courage to tear them apart. Discussion topics include substance use, ambiguousContinue reading “Interview with Sarah Sasson on Tidelines (+ Novel Feelings Announcements)”
Interview: Sara Shepard on the Penny Draws series
The “Penny Draws” series revolves around fifth-grader Penny Lowry, who navigates a challenging emotional landscape amid the trials of school life. The story deals with themes such as mental health and anxiety, exploring Penny’s struggle with her ever-changing friendships. We chat with author Sara Shepard, who is also the author of “Pretty Little Liars” series.
S3E6. Girl in Pieces Review
How do you pick up the pieces after life has served you enough trauma for a lifetime? Charlotte, aged 17, is trying to recover in a world that owes her nothing, but has taken so much. In our season 3 finale, we dive into Girl in Pieces‘ representations of self-harm, hospitalisation, and unhealthy relationships, andContinue reading “S3E6. Girl in Pieces Review”
Interview: Megan Williams on Let’s Never Speak of This Again
Let’s Never Speak of This Again follows Abby as she navigates a changing dynamic with her best friend, particularly when tragedy strikes. What does being best friends really mean? How do you support a grieving friend while managing your own feelings? In this podcast interview, we speak in-depth with author Megan Williams about how sheContinue reading “Interview: Megan Williams on Let’s Never Speak of This Again”
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