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Novel Ideas

The Novel Ideas Podcast

"Within every book, lies a novel idea." Passionate about books to the point of alienation, join me every week for a particular topic through what we/I consider "classic" novels. From sci-fi to romance, it"s the most wonderful time for bad jokes, book recommendations and possible lessons to be learned overall.

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00:59:42

It's About Games, Games, Games!: D.J. MacHale's "The...

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2026/04/02

Welcome to Quillan, a land of grey landscapes, tall buildings, and average citizens wagering their lives against bets in the hopes of improving their station. Kinda sounds like betting for the PowerBall, doesn't? Saint Dane's looking to prove himself, Mark and Courtney are trying to find a way through their own tragedy, and it's apparently been three years since Bobby went through that flume. Let's hope Bobby finds him way through sadistic games and another loss that's seemingly

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01:42:23

It's About The Privileges of Water: D.J. MacHale's...

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2026/03/28

Water is a privilege for our world and many fictional lands and nations lucky to not have to deal with its general absence. So when Loor's home, XhaXhu, has found its riverbeds, reservoirs, and fountains bone dry, tensions naturally rise to such a crisis in the desert lands of Zadaa. And with the Rokador, the underground dwellers of XhaXhu who control the flow and access to this resource missing, the Batu on the surface must find a way to ensure their survival. It's a conversation about

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00:58:04

It's About a New World and Bigger Problems: D.J....

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2026/03/19

Eelong, here we come! Veelox was a loss. Saint Dane stayed around to give the final deathblow to the soul sucking entrapment perfect fantasies offer; now Eelong is caught between differing ideas of evolution, particularly the one who a species is decimated from chemical warfare or legal consumption. There is such a thing as right and wrong, after all. The grey reminds there's multiple ways towards your desired outcome. Choose wisely! BYYEEE!!!!

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00:47:24

It's About The Reality Versus The Truth: D.J....

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2026/03/19

Fight against the truth and see a reality reflected back that fails to account for a world in dire need of change and rehabiliation. Aja and Bobby are seeking to defend Veelox form the machinations of Saint Dane, but what is doing the right thing? Bobby has questions about courage, sacrifice, discernment, and the ultimate regret for not knowing where your actions lead you or others to. Enjoy the journey and happy flaming! BYYEEE!!!!

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01:28:07

It's About What We Can't Change: D.J. MacHale's "The...

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2026/03/06

It's 1937 in New York City on First Earth and Saint Dane's back for another round of causing chaos and havoc while Bobby learns how to navigate his Traveler duties after the unfortunate death of Uncle Press. The Hindenburg is pulling up and the thought of allowing history to play out seems to contradict the duties of making sure tragedies don't happen that could be prevented; the plot thickens for the complexity of what is and isn't supposed to happen and its effect on our existence

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01:24:26

It's About Life, Death, the Universe, and Everything...

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2026/03/01

To say my appreciation for this poetry collection limitless, I'll let the episode say everything I want or need to. Enjoy this critical review of the book and don't forget to tune in to our next episode this Wednesday and Happy Life Filled With Black History! BYYEEE!!!!

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01:31:14

It's About Life Where You Stand: Tracy K. Smith's...

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2026/03/01

Enjoy a reading of the poetry collection as Part 1 of our last episode for Black History Month.

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01:16:33

It's About Manufactured Drama: D.J. MacHale's "The...

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2026/02/27

Turns out I was so annoyed with Uncle Press and his secrecy in the second book, I didn't even give the song that best fits the book. Cloral is a land of water and unforeseen consequence as Bobby attempts to follow in the footsteps of his uncle with few tips on how to best be the Traveler that the territories will eventually. But it's a part of the plan, apparently, not that I'm convinced. Bobby's doing what he can; better than what I could say for myself. See why Press would be tired

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00:55:21

It's About Conversations on Race: Mashama Bailey and...

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2026/02/24

By building a new restaurant in Savannah with Mashama Bailey, Johno Moriano embarks on a journey of introspection that challenges his notions on Blackness, racism, and the historical intersection his and Mashama'a restaurant lays on. The Grey is the incumbent space in which to experience food and its living history as we continue to live and find ways to better ourselves in the communities we build. Please enjoy today's episode and tune in tomorrow for tomorrow's continuation of the

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01:18:35

It's About Holding The Right People Accountable: D.J....

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2026/02/19

Bobby Pendragon discovers he's a "traveler" and embarks on a journey upholding the balance of Halla as Saint Dane, our primary antagonist, seeks to upend that balance. But amongst the conversation of imperialism, colonialism, and enslavement lies a truth about complicity in systems that maintain the status quo and not always preparing the next generation to handle such immense responsibilities when concerning the fate of others' lives. Enjoy the commentary and keep a watch out for

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01:04:49

It's About Keeping A Record of History: Kamala...

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2026/02/17

"107 Days" is a short time relative to our perspective of work and commitment. There's a range of seconds and minutes detailing doubts and dedications without much to account for the endings of things. There is future behind any timeframe where desires propel us forward amidst the strife and change of life. And what could stand such a test except a bid for presidency in such a time of great tumult as these? Please enjoy this episode as we are entering the third week of Black History Month!

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01:24:48

It's About Choosing The Relationship of Your Dreams:...

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2026/02/16

Shane and Ilya are in the throes of their relationship and it's disgusting! Love-dovey kisses, heart-wrenching proclamations, declarations of passions? Check, check, check! Ignore my jealousy; it isn't all guns and roses. Relationships take work and we must decide how we are going to move into the next stages of life and commitment. Shane and Ilya are exclusive, Ilya's going through major changes, and Shane's finding happiness in his career while maintaining the secrecy of their

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01:31:51

It's About Getting That Recap on "Heated Rivalry"...

Novel Ideas ·

2026/02/11

Enjoy a light-hearted recap where I revisit Season 1 and remind you of the most important details before tomorrow's episode! BYYEEE!!!!

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00:58:16

It's About The History of a Life: Bob the Drag...

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2026/02/09

Who knew Bob the Drag Queen writing in the voice of Harriet Tubman was everything I needed? Bringing a historical figure to life is a great undertaking, greater with a legacy that has redefined the lengths one has taken to ensure freedom is weighted for all its worth. We live in our expression and this book stands to offer history in a way textbooks should aspire to. Enjoy this episode as much as I did! BYYEEE!!!!

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01:17:21

It's About Doing What You Believe Is Right: Rachel...

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2026/02/05

Troy is having issues confronting the recent loss of his ex-boyfriend, ex-teammates, and ex-best friend in the span of a week. Throw in a trade to what is considered one of the worst teams in the Hockey League, there isn't much in the world that could distract him from what feels to be the worst time of his life except for the cute redhead with a smile and cheerful disposition that’s hard to ignore. Enjoy another episode in the series asking us whose love matters most and what’s worth standing

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01:02:41

It's About Not Letting Your 40s Get In The Way:...

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2026/01/30

Apparently, your 30s are the new 20s and when you hit 40, you're basically dead. I hope my knees make it out of this transition okay, maybe even better than Eric Bennet, a 41-year old soon-to-be retiree, and Kyle Swift, a 25- year old grad student, who end up falling in love with each other. If only mutual interests in just about everything else made the characters realize how good they are for each other, the book wouldn't be as long. But then I wouldn't have a podcast anymore

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01:03:28

It's About Not Needing Permission To Change Your...

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2026/01/22

With this third installment of the "Game Changer" series, the Toronto Guardians' defenseman, Ryan Price, carries the weight of conflict externally on the ice, and internally in his heart, as he questions whether hockey's truly meant for him. Pair that with a recent anxiety diagnosis, an unfurnished apartment, and 12 year-old crush that reignites after walking into a drugstore, Ryan has a lot of decisions to make. Some things change, others stay the same, and we have to ask

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01:17:25

It's About Getting What You Want In Love: Rachel...

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2026/01/15

Who knew love could be so healing in a world that seeks to define and restrict its access to those it considers delinquent? Being gay, or queer, shouldn't be sentencing for isolation and abstinence; a culling of the mind and body for what is possible for us all, if that is what we desire. Shane and Ilya are in love, with the sport that has defined their drive and passion to live a life constituted of fulfillment and acknowledgment of that which matters most, what we want in life and how

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01:24:36

It's About Being Gay Still Being Revolutionary:...

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2026/01/10

In what I lovingly describe as Challengers if Art and Patrick actually ended up in a relationship, both surprisingly come psychosexual drama, complicated feelings about championship prizes, and an impact that leaves me considering the nature of humanity and its fixation on romance. Love and desire are wonderful things, if you so happen to choose it for the better. Enjoy the episode and don't forget to tune in this Wednesday for our second book of the series, Heated Rivalry! BYYEEE!!!!

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01:38:36

It's About Romance At The End of the Year: Nathan...

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2026/01/01

Who knew I needed the love story between two great men to instill a greater love for life and the many ways it can surprise and teach and remind us that romance for life brings love and enjoyment to us. Hopefully you'll like the story of Silas and Dino, love the name, as much as I do! Happy New Year! Enjoy the episode! BYYEEE!!!!

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