In this episode of Novel Liquors, Alex and James log into the OASIS and strap in for Ready Player One, a book so packed with 80s nostalgia it practically comes with a mullet. But before diving into Wade Watts’ pixelated adventure, Alex shakes up the Pac-Man cocktail—because what better way to honor a book obsessed with old-school gaming than with a drink named after the hungriest circle in history?

From the high-speed treasure hunt to Wade’s questionable life choices, we break down the best and worst parts of Cline’s geek-fueled dystopia. Jouist? James would rather Top Gear. The villain? A corporate cliché, but maybe it was Ogg who was the real villain? And of course, we couldn’t ignore those sneaky little plot holes lurking in the code.

So grab your joysticks (and your drinks), and join us for a deep dive into a book that’s either a love letter to retro gaming or an overly long Wikipedia binge—depending on how much you like references... Total love letter!

onus Episode! Mid Month - Ready Player One - Ernest ClineNext Month - Dungeon Crawler Carl - The Dungeon Anarchists Cookbook

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In this episode of Novel Liquors, Alex and James dive headfirst into the absolute chaos of Dungeon Crawler Carl: Carl’s Doomsday Scenario (book two). This time, Carl and Donut stumble into the world’s worst circus—think less “funhouse” and more “mold-infested death trap.” There are killer clowns, questionable carnival snacks, and one very, very bad day involving a bomb that leaves Carl completely naked. Alex marvels at the sheer insanity of it all, while James debates his race selection process—because let’s be honest, picking the wrong one in this dungeon could get you turned into a flesh piñata. Grab your Jaeger Bombs (fitting, really) , Hobgolin and prepare for a hilariously unhinged deep dive into Carl’s latest disaster!

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Join Alex and James as we dive headfirst into the artful world of Andrzej Sapkowski's The Witcher: Blood of Elves. With quality Liquor and plenty to say, we unpack the author's masterful subtlety—how a single sentence can unveil the soul of a character. From clueless Witchers to Yennefer’s surprising choice of the word “ugly,” we explore what makes this book a brilliant foundation for the beloved series. Raise a stein and celebrate the magic, mystery, and medieval vibes of the Continent. Cheers!

Next Month - Dungeon Crawler Carl | Carl's Doomsday Scenario - Matt Dinniman

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