Hey, listeners!
Today we’re discussing There is Confusion by Jessie Redmon Fauset. We loved this Austen-like Harlem Renaissance novel, and we kept this episode spoiler free in the hopes that it’ll encourage you to pick it up! Plus, as always, we’re recommending six contemporary books to pair with our classic, with a mix of historical fiction and satire.
Some links to browse after listening…
If you’re in the mood for a little JSTOR adventure, check out “Where Confusion Is: Transnationalism in the Fiction of Jessie Redmon Fauset.”
A poem by Jessie Redmon Fauset, and another one.
Reminiscent of 84 Charing Cross Road: a reading list for bookstore lovers.
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Coming up:
Next week, we’re talking about fairytale retellings in anticipation of our discussion on The Bloody Chamber by Angela Carter. You still have plenty of time to read along, and we won’t be spoiling anything! Subscribe to NP in your favorite podcast app so that each episode automatically drops into your feed on Tuesdays.
Mark your calendars: we’re announcing our spring line-up on February 9th via Instagram live. We’ll post the time and reminders @novelpairingspod.
In Recent News:
Sara posted her January reading wrap-up. See any favorites?
Chelsey continues to check out way too many books from the library.
Where to find us:
Download episodes of Novel Pairings wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter. Check out our blog for bonus pairings, reading tips, and book recommendations. Find Chelsey at @chelseyreads or @hereadsheread. Find Sara at @fictionmatters and my newsletter. We love hearing what you’re reading, so tag us in your #bookstagram posts!
We declare after all, there is no enjoyment like reading! How much sooner one tires of any thing than of a book!
-Sara and Chelsey