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Novel Finds

A podcast where we interview queer and female-identifying authors about their upcoming novel! Hear about what made their book come to life, the ups and downs of writing and the publishing industry, and plain ole silly tangents in comfortable conversation that feels like it could be happening between friends at your local book club or from your couch. Hosted by long-time booklover and mid-time podcaster, Julia Steudle, Novel Finds is a place to celebrate diverse voices and read good books. New

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33:46

The Stone Cold Killer with Ayana Gray

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2025/11/16

In this episode, Julia chats with bestselling author Ayana Gray about her newest mythological novel, I, Medusa. They discuss the importance of representation, historical accuracy, and...spiders? Find Ayana's books in her favorite bookstores: WordsWorth Books, Pyramid Books, and Paper Heart Books Death By TBR (Ayana's favorite books): Little Thieves by Margaret Owen, Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson, and anything by Toni Morrison (Sula and The Bluest Eye)Follow Ayana on Instagram and her

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A Court of Swords and Stairs

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2025/11/02

WARNING: If you have not read the ACOTAR series, this episode is not for you as it contains spoilers, and also doesn't make sense for those who have not read the books.In this episode, Julia chats with longtime friend and ACOTAR correspondant, Dr. Shelby Van Rossum! Shelby is the one who introduced Novel Finds to the A Court of Thorns and Roses books (and the rest of the Maasverse) and has appeared each season for a special episode chatting about the next book in the series. This time we take on A

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28:32

We Fell In Love In An Elevator with Alexandria...

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2025/10/19

In this episode, Julia chats with bestselling and award-winning author Alexandria Bellefleur about her latest novel, which just happens to be a paranormal romance called The Devil She Knows! We chat about late-in-life queer dating, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and even get a bit philosophical about what a soul is.Pre-order her book now, or find it from her fave independent bookstores like Strand Books, The Ripped Bodice, Meet Cute Bookshop, Third Place Books, The Book & Cover, and Steamy Lit on

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34:38

There's Magic In Small Things with Julie Leong

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2025/10/05

In this episode, Julia chats with bestselling author, Julie Leong, about her upcoming cozy fantasy The Keeper of Magical Things! Brief Summary: Certainty Bulrush is a mage-in-training and just wants to be useful...unfortunately, she isn't very good at magic. What she *is* good at is connecting with magical inanimate objects, so when she is sent on a too-good-to-be-true assignment to the remote town of Shpelling, it seems everything is going to go exactly as intended. Until, well, it doesn't

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39:36

The Allure of Swamp Witches with Miranda Mundt

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2025/09/21

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

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41:55

Desperate Housewives Meets The Craft with Juno Dawson

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2025/09/07

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

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27:23

And They Were LAB PARTNERS with Sara Raasch

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2025/08/24

In 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

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39:12

Looking To Our Queer Future with Lee Mandelo

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2025/08/10

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

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31:53

Welcome to Malevolent Manor with Hannah Nicole Maehrer

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2025/07/27

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

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46:41

Byrd Is The Word with Lindsey Byrd

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2025/07/13

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,

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41:52

Invoking Lord Byron with TJ Alexander

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2025/06/29

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

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1:02:18

Eff It, Let's Try Coffee with Rebecca Thorne

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2025/06/15

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

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44:30

The Iron Widow series with Xiran Jay Zhao

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2025/06/01

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,

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37:25

Suitor Armor with the Purpah

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2025/05/18

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,

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27:51

The Lost Queen with Aimee Phan

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2025/05/04

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

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40:27

When the Tides Held the Moon with Venessa Vida Kelley

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2025/04/20

In this episode, Julia chats with the wonderful author & illustrator Venessa Vida Kelley about their upcoming novel, When the Tides Held the Moon. This beautifully crafted book is full of two-toned illustrations and a story of love and found family in the most surprising of places. It isn't one you'll want to miss! Pre-order it now from one of (or all of) Venessa's favorite indie bookstores: Meet Cute Bookshop (San Diego, CA), Blue Willow Bookshop (Houston, TX), Loyalty Bookstore (Washington

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25:29

Death and Other Occupational Hazards with Veronika...

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2025/04/06

In this short and sweet episode, Julia chats with debut author Veronika Dapunt about her upcoming book, Death and Other Occupational Hazards! Available in the UK on April 10th, and in the US on January 6th, 2026! She'll be having a release event at her favorite independent bookstore: Queens Park Books (named Independent Bookshop of the Year!)Read Veronika's favorite books: The Neverending Story and Momo, both by Michael EndeFollow Veronika Instagram to see what she's up to next!---Thanks for being a

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33:44

Lies on the Serpent's Tongue with Kate Pearsall

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2025/03/23

In this episode, Julia chats with Kate Pearsall, author of Bittersweet in the Hollow and Lies on the Serpent's Tongue. This episode is full of folklore, local legends, cryptids, magic, and more! Find both her books at her fave indie bookstores: Schuler Books, Sidetrack Bookshop, or Between the CoversWant to read some of Kate's formative books? Check out the works of Jane Austen, the Brontë Sisters, Louisa May Alcott's Gothic short stories, Barbara Kingsolver's Prodigal Summer, and Alice Hoffman's

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28:21

The Anatomy of Magic with J.C. Cervantes

Novel Finds ·

2025/03/09

In this episode, Julia sits down with New York Times bestselling author J.C. Cervantes to chat about her upcoming companion novel to The Enchanted Hacienda, The Anatomy of Magic (in stores March 11th)!Love writing? J.C. recommends Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert for inspirational tips!J.C.'s Favorite Books and Authors: C.S. Lewis' Narnia series, Little Witch by Anna Bennett, Roald Dahl, Judy Blume, Sharon Creech, Pam Muñoz Ryan, and Rick Riordan to name a fewFind signed (and personalized) copies of

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26:40

The Otherwhere Post with Emily J. Taylor

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2025/02/23

Welcome to season 5 of Novel Finds! This season is full of amazing authors, and I'm so excited to kick it off with Emily J. Taylor author of Hotel Magnifique and upcoming novel, The Otherwhere Post! In this episode, Emily and Julia chat about crafting magic systems, historical quills and ink, Holly Black, and more!Read Emily's favorite books/authors: Rebecca by Daphne Du Morier, Victoria Holt, Twilight by Stephenie Meyer, Holly Black's Tithe series, Daughter of the Forest by Juliet Marillier,

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