Numbers, Novellas, and a Touch of Holiday Cheer
Andrea and Elizabeth delve into the world of novellas, discussing the defining characteristics of a novella and the blurry line where it becomes a novel. They share their favorite short reads of the past month, including Automatic Noodle, The Outsiders, and Amsterdam. The episode also highlights Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, exploring its cultural impact, the accuracy of its numerous adaptations, and its enduring significance as a holiday classic.
00:00 Introduction to Novellas
00:46 Defining a Novella
04:39 Novella Stats
06:24 Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz
10:45 The Outsiders by SE Hinton
13:06 Amsterdam by Ian McEwan
15:02 A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
24:27 The Fantasy Elements in A Christmas Carol
28:18 Recommending a Classic
30:25 Wrapping Up
Books mentioned in this episode:
I’m a Fan by Sheena Patel
The Outsiders by SE Hinton
Amsterdam by Ian McEwan
Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens
Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao - Our December Book Pick
SFWA Nebula Award Criteria
Hugo Award Criteria
A Christmas Carol Audiobook - Narrated by Patrick Stewart
A Christmas Carol at Grand Stree Theatre, Helena, MT
Michael Caine Loves The Muppet Christmas Carol as Much as You Do
By Lauren Larson, December 15, 2016
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