Novel Ideas
Claim This Podcastby Chris Mallinger & Elincia Talvi
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<p>Join Chris and Elsa as they have genuine conversations about books that were received badly, considered problematic or have mixed public opinions to figure out if they belong in our Library of Cursed Books or if they might have been judged a bit harshly.</p>
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1/6/2024
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Recent Episodes
November 9, 2025
Relaunch Incoming!
<p>You might be wondering if the Library of Cursed books has closed its doors to the world and if Chris and Elsa have fallen off the face of the Earth.</p><p></p><p>Well, we’ve got great news for those who have missed us.</p><p></p><p>((Also, pay attention to the first few seconds of the video announcement for Easter Eggs!))</p><p></p><p><strong>📖 Support Novel Ideas 📖</strong></p><p>Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and tomfoolery: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/TheLibraryofCursedBooks">https://www.patreon.com/TheLibraryofCursedBooks</a></p><p>Support the Library of Cursed Books by buying a “cursed book” via Ko-Fi: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/novelideaspod">https://ko-fi.com/novelideaspod</a></p><p>Check out our merch: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://my-store-eee38b.creator-spring.com/">https://my-store-eee38b.creator-spring.com/</a></p><p>Host Us on Your Podcast!: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/eAhPjNofem4HPYtS7">https://forms.gle/eAhPjNofem4HPYtS7</a></p><p>Business Inquiries: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:novelideaspod@gmail.com">novelideaspod@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p><strong>📖 Affiliate Links 📖</strong></p><p>Pango Books: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pangobooks.com/ELSAROCHELLE">https://pangobooks.com/ELSAROCHELLE</a></p><p>New users can save $5 off their first order of $10+ by using code ELSAROCHELLE at checkout ♡</p><p></p><p><strong>📖 Get Social with Us! 📖</strong></p><p>Twitch: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.twitch.tv/novelideas">https://www.twitch.tv/novelideas</a></p><p>Elsa’s Twitch: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.twitch.tv/elsarochelle">https://www.twitch.tv/elsarochelle</a></p><p>Bluesky: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/novelideas.bsky.social">https://bsky.app/profile/novelideas.bsky.social</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/novelideaspod/">https://www.instagram.com/novelideaspod/</a></p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/novelideas_pod">https://x.com/novelideas_pod</a></p><p>Tumblr: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.tumblr.com/novelideaspod">https://www.tumblr.com/novelideaspod</a></p><p>Linktree: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/novelideaspod">https://linktr.ee/novelideaspod</a></p><p>Elsa's GoodReads: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.goodreads.com/elsarochelle">http://www.goodreads.com/elsarochelle</a></p><p>Elsa’s Linktree: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/lacunathelost">https://linktr.ee/lacunathelost</a></p><p>Chris’s GoodReads: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/162528952-c-mallinger">https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/162528952-c-mallinger</a></p><p>Chris’s Linktree: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/teerexington">https://linktr.ee/teerexington</a></p>
July 10, 2025
Shadows, Moonlight and Desperation
<p>In today's installment of Nightbane, Isla continues to attempt to seduce Oro (she is so desperate it's kind of sad) while also proposing a public demonstration of her powers via a traditional Wildling feast.</p><p>Shadow Daddy broadcasts a warning to all of Lightlark declaring war and offering an ultimatum: leave Lightlark or die with the island.</p><p>Fearing the worst, Isla makes an appeal to Cleo to stay on Lightlark.</p><p></p><p>We also witness the final version of Chris's version of Isla's musical voice. 😅</p><p></p><p><strong>📖 Support Novel Ideas 📖</strong></p><p></p><p>Join us on Patreon for bonus episodes and tomfoolery: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.patreon.com/TheLibraryofCursedBooks">https://www.patreon.com/TheLibraryofCursedBooks</a></p><p>Support the Library of Cursed Books by buying a “cursed book” via Ko-Fi: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/novelideaspod">https://ko-fi.com/novelideaspod</a></p><p>Check out our merch: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://my-store-eee38b.creator-spring.com/">https://my-store-eee38b.creator-spring.com/</a></p><p>Collab with Us: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://forms.gle/eAhPjNofem4HPYtS7">https://forms.gle/eAhPjNofem4HPYtS7</a></p><p>Business Inquiries: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="mailto:novelideaspod@gmail.com">novelideaspod@gmail.com</a></p><p></p><p><strong>📖 Affiliate Links 📖</strong></p><p></p><p>Pango Books: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pangobooks.com/ELSAROCHELLE">https://pangobooks.com/ELSAROCHELLE</a></p><p>New users can save $5 off their first order of $10+ by using code ELSAROCHELLE at checkout ♡</p><p></p><p><strong>📖 Get Social with Novel Ideas! 📖</strong></p><p></p><p>Novel Ideas Twitch: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.twitch.tv/novelideas">https://www.twitch.tv/novelideas</a></p><p>Elsa’s Twitch: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.twitch.tv/elsarochelle">https://www.twitch.tv/elsarochelle</a></p><p>Bluesky: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://bsky.app/profile/novelideas.bsky.social">https://bsky.app/profile/novelideas.bsky.social</a></p><p>Instagram: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/novelideaspod/">https://www.instagram.com/novelideaspod/</a></p><p>Twitter: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://x.com/novelideas_pod">https://x.com/novelideas_pod</a></p><p>Linktree: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/novelideaspod">https://linktr.ee/novelideaspod</a></p><p>Elsa's GoodReads: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.goodreads.com/elsarochelle">http://www.goodreads.com/elsarochelle</a></p><p>Elsa’s Linktree: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/lacunathelost">https://linktr.ee/lacunathelost</a></p><p>Chris’s GoodReads: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/162528952-c-mallinger">https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/162528952-c-mallinger</a></p><p>Chris’s Linktree: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://linktr.ee/teerexington">https://linktr.ee/teerexington</a></p><p></p><p><strong>📖 Sources 📖</strong></p><p></p><p>Nightbane, Alex Aster</p>
June 12, 2025
A Leopard by Any Other Name
Hosts ELSA ROCHELLE and CHRIS MALLINGER discuss Isla's search for an animal companion and the developing tension between Isla and Grim through dreams and memories in this episode.
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- What is Novel Ideas?
<p>Join Chris and Elsa as they have genuine conversations about books that were received badly, considered problematic or have mixed public opinions to figure out if they belong in our Library of Cursed Books or if they might have been judged a bit harshly.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates bi-weekly.
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This podcast is available on 8 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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