Greg Cox: Identity Theft.

Pavel Chekov is a reminder that some Star Trek characters do their most interesting growing just outside the spotlight. Known for his youthful enthusiasm, sharp wit, and loyalty to the Enterprise, much of Chekov’s development is implied rather than shown on screen. That makes tie-in novels an ideal space to explore characters like him in greater depth, filling in the moments between episodes and missions.

In this episode of Literary Treks, hosts Casey Pettitt and Jonathan Koan are joined once again by author Greg Cox to discuss his new Original Series novel, Identity Theft. Mostly taking place in the movie-era, we finally get Chekov in the spotlight. We discuss Chekov's identity crisis, getting off the bridge, how this is absolutely not a sequel, and much more!

In the news segment we discuss a new book announcement as well as some Lower Decks comics from IDW.

New Book Announcement (03:28)

Lower Decks Comics (09:45)

Greg's Star Trek (18:49)

About the Cover (23:20)

Strange Unfamiliar Aliens (26:09)

Pretending to Be Chekov (31:00)

Chekov's Love Interest (34:02)

Writing Chekov Played by a Different Character (36:49)

Getting Off the Bridge (39:33)

Breezier and Funnier (42:18)

The Exiles (49:14)

The Audiobook (56:21)

Sulu (59:25)

Not a Sequel (1:02:47)

Remembering Margaret (1:09:57)

What's Next for Greg? (1:13:25)

Closing (1:19:01)

Casey Pettitt and Jonathan Koan

Greg Cox

Matthew Rushing (Editor and Producer) C Bryan Jones (Executive Producer) Greg Rozier (Associate Producer) Casey Pettitt (Associate Producer)