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Paperback Friends

This podcast is my dream, and a space to celebrate the wonder of books. I find inspiration, comfort, and awe in the pages of a great story. Books have a unique power, and I’m here to share it with you. Through book reviews and lively discussions; we’ll dive into stories that inspire, challenge, and teach us about life and how to become better writers. My "why", is for this podcast to be what books have always been for me: your escapism, your hope, and a friend you can always count on.

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Episode: 33 – [Writing 101] Mass Effect; Revelation

Paperback Friends ·

2025/04/18

What was originally supposed to be a review episode got turned into this less traditional review.My first recording turned out poorly. I know this isn't the best podcast in the world, but I do hold myself to a certain standard at least; believe it or not. So, this is sort of a review, but not quite – I still wanted to talk about the book though, so I took a step back and tried again. We got something okay this time at least ^^Type: Writing 101 | Book: Mass Effect; Revelation | Writer: Drew

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00:30:52

Episode: 32 – [Review] The Great Gatsby

Paperback Friends ·

2025/04/11

Glad I read it, but man does it not live up to the hype. I don't get it with this one. This is the opposite of 1984 for me where 1984 manages to live up to the hype and the expectations, but this? Very much does not.But let's get into why I don't love this one, and where I do think there are some good parts.Type: Review| Book: The Great Gatsby | Writer: F. Scott Fitzgerald

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00:41:26

Episode: 31 – [Interview] Emily Ringborg Stockholm's...

Paperback Friends ·

2025/04/04

I have my first, real interview on the podcast with the kind and knowledgeable librarian, Emily Ringborg.This was such a fun episode to record, and I hope you guys have great time listening to it as well. The focus of the episode is mostly on Emily’s book tips, but we also talk about some other stuff in-between.Here are all the tips in case you missed one while listening:Emile Zola - Thérèse RaquinMary Doria Russell - The SparrowElan Mastai - All Our Wrong TodaysUrsula K. Le Guin - The Ones Who Walk

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00:33:15

Episode: 30 – [Review] A Closed and Common Orbit

Paperback Friends ·

2025/03/28

Becky Chambers hits something special in her second novel in the semi-standalone Wayfarer Series. Chamber’s writing has this aimlessness to it that is hard to master, but very enjoyable when it’s done right.Owl and Jane23, that’s all I’ll say about why I think this is special.While this will not be for everyone, if you like a novel that isn’t in a rush, and feels lived in – then this might just be for you.Type: Review | Book: A Closed and Common Orbit | Writer: Becky Chambers

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00:22:45

Episode: 29 – [Writing 101] Five Good Things Even Bad...

Paperback Friends ·

2025/03/21

This time we do a tiny bit of reminiscing as we recall some of the “bad” novel that I have reviewed on the show. However, not to make fun of them, or belittle them more; rather I try to show some regard by highlighting things that are good with what to me was some bad reading experiences.The point is, even the bad ones have something good in them =)Type: Writing 101 | Book: N/A | Writer: N/A

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00:24:37

Episode: 28 – [Philosophy] AI and Writing

Paperback Friends ·

2025/03/14

I had one of these episodes a few weeks ago. I thought it was so bad; I had to scrap it. This one is not much better xDStill, after a verbose intro I do get to some interesting points. As I’ve said, there are going to have to be a few episodes like these in-between reviews.Hopefully, I can fill space with more interviews and better content as we trod along this podcast road. For now, consider this a bump of many in that road =)Type: Philosophy | Book: N/A | Philosopher: Sam

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Episode: 27 – [Writing 101] Corrupted Evil Is Stupid

Paperback Friends ·

2025/03/07

Your favorite crazy person is back at it, and this time I’m yelling about “corrupted evil” in novels.Look, evil is not a flu, it’s not a disease, or something that just “happens.” Being a jerk, is pretty much always a choice. Framing that choice is what makes for a good or bad villain.A guaranteed way to make a bad villain is to have someone be evil because they read a book or touched an “ancient artifact.” That is always going to suck.There are ways you can make corruption, as in the distortion of

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00:39:08

Episode: 26 – [Review] A Face Like Glass

Paperback Friends ·

2025/02/28

I had a weird, good feeling about this one, and boy did it pay off. I love this novel, and I love the way Hardinge makes all this happen.The intricate world of Caverna is not like any place I've ever "seen" in fantasy, but that's not why this is so good; it's in how all of it comes together, and how well-thought out interesting all the characters are.It's balanced, in its oddities, and Hardinge never goes overboard with the eccentricities. A Face Like Glass, is just as

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00:38:18

Episode: 25 – [Review] 1984

Paperback Friends ·

2025/02/21

What do we say about this one? Orwell is freaking cracked! If Homage to Catalonia is anywhere near as good as his other stuff; it has to be read – pronto!As for 1984, what can I say honestly? It lives up to expectations. Dark, uncompromising and to the point (manifest parts excluded) this is simply amazing work.Orwell is not for everyone, and if you had to read this for school it might lessen how you feel about it today. Although, if you like a piece of fiction with some meaning to it; look no

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00:30:51

Episode: 24 – [Review] ”Allt är för bra nu”

Paperback Friends ·

2025/02/14

Veronica Maggio is a Swedish superstar. Her modern pop songs come swinging with a self-awareness that is both bleak and hopeful at the same time.In, ”Allt är för bra nu”, Maggio shares some of her stories about how her songs came to be, and how Maggio came to be a household sledge hammer in the Swedish music scene.Although, most of the episode I just talk about her music – this being no-fiction and all.Type: Review | Book: ”Allt är för bra nu”| Writer: Veronica Maggio

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00:46:34

Episode: 23 – [Review] Animal Farm

Paperback Friends ·

2025/02/07

My god, this one – Orwell you magnificent bastard I read you buuuuk!If you wanted me to rant and yell about how overrated this one is; I’m sorry to disappoint. I love what Orwell did in this one, and what he did in general in his writing (of what I’ve read anyway). Join me as we review Animal Farm, George Orwell’s brilliant novella. Type: Review | Book: Animal Farm | Writer: George Orwell

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00:38:27

Episode: 22 – [Writing 101] What Is Suspension of...

Paperback Friends ·

2025/01/31

The old wind-bag Sam Ögren is at it again. Today I yell about why I get so angry at certain types of fiction. So, like every other episode then, huh?Jokes aside though, I try to discerning what I think suspension of disbelief is as well as attempt to describe what I mean when I say "world credibility." It comes up a lot in my reviews, so high time I really take the time to explain it. It’s up to you if I did a remotely good job, let’s hit it! Type: Writing 101 | Book: N/A | Writer: N/A

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00:37:10

Episode: 21 – [Review] The People on Platform 5

Paperback Friends ·

2025/01/24

Honestly, one of my better episodes; much closer to the quality that I want. Anyway, enough about me, so we are taking a peek at Clare Pooley’s The People on Platform 5. What does Pooley have in store for us?Something quite heartfelt, but a bit too jolly at times. While this novel is neat, and works as a solid feel-good-story; the world could use a bit for edge to give it some bite. What’s there is not bad, except for Sanjay. The novel is a bit longer than it needs to be, but Pooley does a

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00:38:13

Episode: 20 – [Review] Dark Space Universe - The Last...

Paperback Friends ·

2025/01/17

Alright, so less roofies in this one (it's a silly way to pronounce "rough"), but it’s still borders on the line of crimes against humanity. I pretty convinced Jasper T Scott is going on trial for that. He’s five after a few dictators and genocide.I kid, but man this series to a turn. Dark Space Universe - The Last Stand is the third and final book in this trilogy. While it is marginally better than the prequel, the prequel might be some of the least appealing literature I’ve ever read in my free

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00:39:45

Episode: 19 – [Review] Dark Space Universe - The...

Paperback Friends ·

2025/01/10

My god this one is roofies. It’s really, really rough.It’s such a shame too because I thought, despite its many flaws, that the first book was not without merit. The action was better than most other novels I've read which is no small feat. Scott really had something going, but then it went terribly wrong… Let’s see if we can figure out what went wrong with this one, together. Type: Review | Book: Dark Space Universe (book 2) | Writer: Jasper T Scott

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Episode: 18 – [Review] Nothing but the Night

Paperback Friends ·

2025/01/03

The more I think about it the less I dislike it, but the fact still remains; I don’t like this one very much. Despite this being from the same author who penned Stoner. Stoner, one of my absolute favorite books. A book that has become a staple for my podcast.Nothing but the Night, has some interesting ideas, and at times Williams exceptional writing shines through the thick, sticky “phantasmagoria” that is the style of this novella. It begs to be interpreted instead of telling us an interesting

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Episode: 17 – [Writing 101 ] Mind Control

Paperback Friends ·

2024/12/27

In today’s episode we take a look at “mind control.” I truly hate this “plot device” for the lazy, hack writing that it is 99% of the time.I yell in intricate detail about why I think this is stupid with examples for how it hurts a narrative, but also how I think you can get smelly mind control to actually work if it’s something you really want to use. I’m not quite as coherent as I thought when I recorded this xD I make the point come across at least, but I’m putting extra effort into cutting

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00:05:31

[Update] – Happy holidays and new year!

Paperback Friends ·

2024/12/23

This is how we'll do updates from now on =)Not much to say, thanks for 2024 and I'm excited for what's to come for the podcast. And really, thank you, for gifting your time to this old fool. Happy holidays!

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00:40:38

Episode: 16 – [Review] Blood Song - [part 2]

Paperback Friends ·

2024/12/20

This is part two of my very long review of Anthony Ryan's Blood Song. In part two, I go in the nitty gritty, and explain why I think this is a pretty damn good novel. Yet, also why I think there is a massive fumble at the end. Join me for the final part of Blood Song. Type: Review | Book: Blood Song | Writer: Anthony Ryan

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00:45:31

Episode: 16 – [Review] Blood Song - [part 1]

Paperback Friends ·

2024/12/13

In this episode we take a look at the quite epic fantasy novel: Blood Song. Written by Anthony Ryan.In many ways this novel is absolutely fantastic. In some ways, there a tough pill or two to swallow. How much does that hurt the novel, and what is so good about it, and what is so bad that it makes me doubt this otherwise amazing fantasy novel? We'll find out together! Since this book was very long, and I had a lot to say, so I decided to try splitting it in to two parts. This is part one, part

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