Robert Bannon sits down with filmmaker, producer, and now novelist Lovell Holder to discuss his gripping debut novel, The Book of Luke. The fast-paced, emotionally charged story follows Luke Griffin, a former reality TV champion whose carefully constructed life begins to unravel after a political scandal rocks his marriage and family. Forced back into the cutthroat competition show that first made him famous, Luke must confront old wounds, buried secrets, and the cost of reinvention in the public eye.

Described as a mix of Survivor, The Challenge, and a deeply personal queer character study, The Book of Luke has quickly become a standout literary debut, earning praise from outlets including PEOPLE and Marie Claire. Holder brings audiences behind the curtain of fame, politics, and reality television while exploring identity, parenthood, ambition, and what happens when your past refuses to stay buried. ()

Known for his acclaimed work as a filmmaker and producer on projects including Lavender Men and Peak Season, Holder now brings his cinematic storytelling voice to the literary world in a major way. On The Roundtable, he opens up about crafting the world of The Book of Luke, the inspiration behind the story, queer representation in modern fiction, and why reality television continues to fascinate us all. ()

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