by Novel Pairings
Welcome to Novel Pairings, a podcast dedicated to making the classics readable, relevant, and fun. As two nerdy bookworms, we appreciate the role of classic lit, but we but we won’t get too academic about it. We’ll talk about the books we love and the books we loath, and help stock your TBR pile with old and new reads for every literary taste.
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April 15, 2025
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, we reach the culmination of Jane Austen's Emma, where secrets are revealed, relationships evolve, and characters face pivotal choices that will shape their futures. We discuss shifting affections, unexpected engagements, and the web of emotions that bind the residents of Highbury together. We will conclude our Emma series with a finale reflection episode in a few weeks to give you a chance to catch up on recaps. </p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>This is our final season with Novel Pairings, but we are saving all of our episodes right here for you to return to, plus we’re opening a shop for our exclusive classes and recap series. Stay tuned. </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>To learn when our shop opens up and to get all new announcements, make sure you are following <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/novelpairingspod/">@novelpairingspod</a> on Instagram and subscribed to <a href= "http://novelpairings.substack.com">novelpairings.substack.com</a>.</strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Find Chelsey and Sara on Substack, too! </strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Chelsey: The Eclectic Reader @ <a href= "http://chelsey.substack.com">chelsey.substack.com</a></strong></p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Sara: Fiction Matters @ <a href= "http://fictionmatters.substack.com">fictionmatters.substack.com</a></strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Books Mentioned</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://bookshop.org/a/1300/9782382740866">Jane Austen, Her Life and Letters</a> by William Austen-Leigh</p> <p dir="ltr">Also Mentioned</p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.patreon.com/collection/414265?view=expanded">Novel Pairings Odyssey Readalong</a></p> <p dir="ltr"><a href= "https://www.patreon.com/collection/503310?view=expanded">Novel Pairings Les Miserables Readalong</a></p> <p> </p>
April 8, 2025
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, we’re unpacking so many juicy moments—from Frank Churchill’s restless return to Highbury and the long-awaited ball at the Crown Inn to Harriet’s shocking misadventure and Mr. Knightley’s heroic turn on the dance floor. We’ll explore Emma’s ever-active imagination, Mrs. Elton’s relentless meddling, and some subtle but oh-so-important moments between Emma and Mr. Knightley. </p> <p dir="ltr">Plus, we’ll chat about strawberry-picking at Donwell Abbey, and all the little details that make this part of the novel so rich and entertaining. </p> <p dir="ltr">As a reminder, we’ve historically shared these “big book readalong” recap series in our patreon community, but to celebrate five years of podcasting, we’re sharing it on the public feed! We’re so excited to have all of you reading with us. To grab our reading schedule, go to our instagram page @novelpairingspod for our pinned post or subscribe to our free weekly substack newsletter where you’ll get reminders and announcements at novelpairings.substack.com.</p> <p dir="ltr">This is our final season with Novel Pairings, but we are saving all of our episodes right here for you to return to, plus we’re opening a shop for our exclusive classes and recap series. Stay tuned.</p> <p> </p>
April 1, 2025
<p dir="ltr">In this episode, we’re savoring the drama and intrigue of Emma, Volume Two, Chapters 9 through 18. The aftermath of the Cole’s party has Emma rehashing every social triumph and misstep, from her jealousy over Jane Fairfax’s piano skills to her playful gossip with Frank Churchill about the mysterious pianoforte. </p> <p dir="ltr">Meanwhile, Mrs. Elton makes her grand entrance into Highbury society, leaving Emma unimpressed but the rest of the town charmed. Between witty banter, romantic musings, and subtle moments of humor (looking at you, Mr. Knightley), these chapters are packed with Austen’s signature blend of sharp social commentary and entertaining drama. </p> <p dir="ltr">As a reminder, we’ve historically shared these “big book readalong” recap series in our patreon community, but to celebrate five years of podcasting, we’re sharing it on the public feed! We’re so excited to have all of you reading with us. To grab our reading schedule, go to our instagram page @novelpairingspod for our pinned post or subscribe to our free weekly substack newsletter where you’ll get reminders and announcements.</p> <p> </p>
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