Best Michael David Wilson And Bob Pastorella Podcasts (2025)

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TIH 620: Jon Bassoff on The Memory Ward, The Drive-Thru Crematorium, and Becoming a Writer 1:13:41

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In this podcast, Jon Bassoff talks about The Memory Ward, The Drive-Thru Crematorium, and becoming a writer. About Jon Bassoff Jon Bassoff is the author of ten novels. His mountain gothic novel, Corrosion, has been translated in French and German and was nominated for the Grand Prix de Litterature Policiere, France’s biggest crime fiction award. … …

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TIH 619: Jason Pargin on Writing Pop Culture References in Film and Fiction 1:41:20

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In this podcast, Jason Pargin talks about writing pop culture references in film and fiction, and much more. About Jason Pargin Jason Pargin is the New York Times bestselling author of John Dies at the End and the Zoey Ashe series. He is the former editor of Cracked.com. He’s just released his new book I’m Starting … Continue reading…

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TIH 618: Brian Asman on Writing Fiction Fearlessly 1:27:48

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In this podcast, Brian Asman talks about writing fiction fearlessly, and much more. About Brian Asman Brian Asman is a writer, actor, director, and producer from San Diego, CA. He’s the author of Good Dogs, Man, F*ck this House, I’m Not Even Supposed to Be Here Today from Eraserhead Press, Neo Arcana, Nunchuck City and … Continue reading…

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TIH 617: Jasper Bark on Dark Comedy, Horror Comedy, and The Origins of Gallows Humour 1:42:47

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In this podcast, Jasper Bark talks about dark comedy, horror comedy, the origins of gallows humour, and much more. About Jasper Bark Jasper Bark is an award-winning novelist, children’s author and comic book writer. Famed for his imaginative storytelling he’s published four novels, twelve children’s books and countless comics and graphic novels. Hi…

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TIH 616: David Moody on Hard Left Turns in Film and Fiction 1:46:24

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In this podcast, David Moody talks about hard left turns in film and fiction, and much more. About David Moody David Moody first self-published Hater in 2006, and without an agent, succeeded in selling the film rights for the novel to Mark Johnson (producer, Breaking Bad) and Guillermo Del Toro (director, The Shape of Water, … Continue reading…

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TIH 615: Danger Slater on Absurd Films and Books, Getting Weird with Your Writing, and Difficulties Marketing Bizarre Books 1:33:13

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In this podcast, Danger Slater talks about absurd films and books, getting weird with your writing, difficulties marketing bizarre books, and much more. About Danger Slater Danger Slater is the world’s most flammable writer! He is the Wonderland Award-winning author of I Will Rot Without You, Puppet Skin, and He Digs A Hole! Show notes … Continue r…

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TIH 614: Michael David Wilson on Daddy’s Boy (with Jasper Bark, Dan Howarth, and Bob Pastorella) 1:29:34

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In this podcast, Michael David Wilson talks about his brand new dark comedy novel, Daddy’s Boy, with hosts Jasper Bark, Dan Howarth, and Bob Pastorella. About Michael David Wilson Michael David Wilson is the founder of the popular UK horror website, podcast, and publisher, This Is Horror. He is the author of The Girl in the … Continue reading…

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TIH 613: Sofia Ajram on Coup de Grâce, Titan Books, and Fear of Man-Made Machinery Under Water 1:33:19

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In this podcast, Sofia Ajram talks about Coup de Grâce, Titan Books, their fear of man-made machinery under water, and much more. About Sofia Ajram Sofia Ajram is a metalsmith, novelist and editor of queer and speculative stories. They are the Canadian Arts and Fashion Award–winning designer, founder and metalsmith of Sofia Zakia jewelry as … Conti…

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TIH 612: Sofia Ajram on Editing Bury Your Gays, Balancing Writing and Metalsmithing, and Tragic Queer Horror 1:13:50

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In this podcast, Sofia Ajram talks about editing Bury Your Gays, balancing writing and metalsmithing, tragic queer horror, and much more. About Sofia Ajram Sofia Ajram is a metalsmith, novelist and editor of queer and speculative stories. They are the Canadian Arts and Fashion Award–winning designer, founder and metalsmith of Sofia Zakia jewelry as…

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TIH 611: Lena Valencia on Mystery Lights, David Lynch Influence, and Writing Routine 1:32:27

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In this podcast, Lena Valencia talks about Mystery Lights, David Lynch influence, writing routine, and much more. About Lena Valencia Lena Valencia is the author of the short story collection Mystery Lights. Her fiction has appeared in BOMB, Electric Literature, Ninth Letter, Epiphany, the anthology Tiny Nightmares, and elsewhere. She is the recip…

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TIH 610: Clay McLeod Chapman on Kill Your Darling, Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, and Writing vs. Marketing 1:48:55

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In this podcast, Clay McLeod Chapman talks about Kill Your Darling, Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, writing vs. marketing, and much more. About Clay McLeod Chapman Clay McLeod Chapman is the author of the novels What Kind of Mother, Ghost Eaters, Whisper Down the Lane, The Remaking, and Miss Corpus. Show notes Click the … Continue reading…

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TIH 609: Clay McLeod Chapman on Imperfection in Art, Anxiety and Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, and The Highlights and Lowlights of 2024 1:07:45

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In this podcast, Clay McLeod Chapman talks about imperfection in art, anxiety and Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, the highlights and lowlights of the past year, and much more. About Clay McLeod Chapman Clay McLeod Chapman is the author of the novels What Kind of Mother, Ghost Eaters, Whisper Down the Lane, The Remaking, … Continue reading…

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TIH 608: Max Booth III on I Believe in Mister Bones, Forthcoming Ghoulish Books Releases, and Fruit Pies 1:24:24

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In this podcast, Max Booth III talks about I Believe in Mister Bones, forthcoming Ghoulish Books, fruit pies, and much more. About Max Booth III Max Booth III is an author, screenwriter, and publisher best known for their work in the horror field. Their books include I Believe in Mister Bones, We Need to Do Something, Abnormal … Continue reading…

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TIH 607: Max Booth III on I Believe in Mister Bones and Ghoulish 1:07:14

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In this podcast, Max Booth III talks about their latest book, I Believe in Mister Bones, Ghoulish, and much more. About Max Booth III Max Booth III is an author, screenwriter, and publisher best known for their work in the horror field. Their books include I Believe in Mister Bones, We Need to Do Something, Abnormal Statistics, and The … Continue r…

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TIH 606: Nat Cassidy on Early Life Lessons, Creative Journey, and Writing Routine 1:18:03

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In this podcast, Nat Cassidy talks about his early life lessons, creative journey, and beginnings as a writer. About Nat Cassidy Nat Cassidy writes horror for the page, stage, and screen. His books include Mary: An Awakening of Terror, Nestlings, and Rest Stop. His award-winning horror plays have been produced throughout New York City and … Continu…

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TIH 605: Wesley Southard on One for the Road, Closing Costs, and Trevor Henderson Art 1:20:32

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In this podcast, Wesley Southard talks about One for the Road, Closing Costs, Trevor Henderson art, and much more. About Wesley Southard Wesley Southard is the two-time Splatterpunk Award-Winning and Imadjinn Award-Winning author of The Betrayed, Closing Costs, One for the Road, Resisting Madness, Slaves to Gravity, Cruel Summer, Where the Devil Wa…

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TIH 604: Wesley Southard on The Better to Eat You With, Threesome, and Meeting Brian Keene 1:13:29

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In this podcast, Wesley Southard talks about his brand new book, The Better to Eat You With, Threesome, meeting Brian Keene, and much more. About Wesley Southard Wesley Southard is the two-time Splatterpunk Award-Winning and Imadjinn Award-Winning author of The Betrayed, Closing Costs, One for the Road, Resisting Madness, Slaves to Gravity, Cruel S…

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TIH 603: Eric LaRocca on At Dark, I Become Loathsome, Experiences with Grief, and Forbidden Kinks 1:13:36

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In this podcast, Eric LaRocca dives deeper into his incredible new book, At Dark, I Become Loathsome, and talks about experiences with grief, forbidden kinks, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is a 2x Bram Stoker Award finalist and Splatterpunk Award winner. Named by Esquire as one of the “Writers Shaping Horror’s Next … Continue readi…

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TIH 602: Eric LaRocca on At Dark, I Become Loathsome, Norman Reedus, and Queer Representation in Horror 1:04:11

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In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about his brand new book, At Dark, I Become Loathsome, Norman Reedus, queer representation in horror, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is a 2x Bram Stoker Award finalist and Splatterpunk Award winner. Named by Esquire as one of the “Writers Shaping Horror’s Next Golden Age” and … Continue reading…

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TIH 601: Dan Howarth on Last Night of Freedom, Territory, and Survival Horror 1:52:39

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In this podcast, Dan Howarth talks about his debut novel, Last Night of Freedom, Territory, survival horror, and much more. About Dan Howarth Dan Howarth is a writer from the North of England. His work has been published both in print and online, most notably at The Other Stories podcast, where his stories have been … Continue reading…

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TIH 600: Chuck Palahniuk Dissects His Infamous Short Story Guts 1:15:03

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In this podcast, Chuck Palahniuk dissects his infamous short story ‘Guts’. About Chuck Palahniuk Chuck Palahniuk is the author of many bestselling books including Fight Club, Invisible Monsters, Choke, Lullaby, The Invention of Sound, Consider This, and Haunted. His latest novel, Shock Induction, is available now. Show notes Click the timestamps to…

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TIH 599: L. P. Hernandez on In the Valley of the Headless Men, Expanding The Last of Our Kind, and Story Planning 1:10:05

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In this podcast, L. P. Hernandez talks about In the Valley of the Headless Men, expanding The Last of Our Kind, story planning, and much more. About L. P. Hernandez L.P. Hernandez is an author of horror and speculative fiction. His stories have been featured in anthologies from Cemetery Dance, Dark Matter Ink, and the … Continue reading…

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TIH 598: L. P. Hernandez on No Gods, Only Chaos, Early Life Lessons, and Military Service 1:06:10

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In this podcast, L. P. Hernandez talks about No Gods, Only Chaos, early life lessons, military service, and much more. About L. P. Hernandez L.P. Hernandez is an author of horror and speculative fiction. His stories have been featured in anthologies from Cemetery Dance, Dark Matter Ink, and the Howl Society among others. His books … Continue readin…

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TIH 597: David Moody on Atheists Writing the Supernatural, Serialising a Novel, and Selective Mutism 1:13:16

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In this podcast, David Moody talks about atheists writing the supernatural, serialising a novel, selective mutism, and much more. About David Moody David Moody first self-published Hater in 2006, and without an agent, succeeded in selling the film rights for the novel to Mark Johnson (producer, Breaking Bad) and Guillermo Del Toro (director, The Sh…

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TIH 596: David Moody on Shadowlocked, Beta Reader Feedback, and Character Dynamics 1:10:36

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In this podcast, David Moody talks about Shadowlocked, beta reader feedback, character dynamics, and much more. About David Moody David Moody first self-published Hater in 2006, and without an agent, succeeded in selling the film rights for the novel to Mark Johnson (producer, Breaking Bad) and Guillermo Del Toro (director, The Shape of Water, Pan’…

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TIH 595: Danger Slater on The Structure of Starlet, Kit Kats, and The Danger Slater Origin Story 1:14:02

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In this podcast, Danger Slater talks about the structure of Starlet, Kit Kats, the Danger Slater origin story, and much more. About Danger Slater Danger Slater is the world’s most flammable writer! He is the Wonderland Award-winning author of a variety of books including Starlet, House of Rot, I Will Rot Without You, Puppet Skin, and He Digs A … Co…

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TIH 594: Danger Slater on Starlet, Writing During the Pandemic, and the Dark Side of Celebrity 1:09:19

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In this podcast, Danger Slater talks about Starlet, writing during the pandemic, the dark side of celebrity, and much more. About Danger Slater Danger Slater is the world’s most flammable writer! He is the Wonderland Award-winning author of a variety of books including Starlet, House of Rot, I Will Rot Without You, Puppet Skin, and He Digs A Hole. …

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TIH 593: David Dastmalchian on Knights vs. Samurai, Count Crowley, and Embracing Horror 1:09:07

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In this podcast, David Dastmalchian talks about Knights vs. Samurai, Count Crowley, embracing horror, and much more. About David Dastmalchian David Dastmalchian is an American actor, writer, and producer. He has had supporting roles in a number of superhero franchises: he portrayed Thomas Schiff in The Dark Knight, Kurt and Veb in the Ant-Man franc…

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TIH 592: Brian Asman on Exploring Family in Good Dogs, Writing Engaging Action Scenes, and Writing Routine 1:08:29

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In this podcast, Brian Asman talks about exploring family in Good Dogs, writing engaging action scenes, writing routine, and much more. About Brian Asman Brian Asman is a writer, actor, director, and producer from San Diego, CA. He’s the author of Good Dogs, Man, Fuck this House, I’m Not Even Supposed to Be Here Today … Continue reading…

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TIH 591: Brian Asman on Good Dogs, Werewolves and Slashers, and Hybrid Publishing 1:10:21

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In this podcast, Brian Asman talks about Good Dogs, werewolves and slashers, hybrid publishing, and much more. About Brian Asman Brian Asman is a writer, actor, director, and producer from San Diego, CA. He’s the author of Good Dogs, Man, Fuck this House, I’m Not Even Supposed to Be Here Today from Eraserhead Press, Neo Arcana, … Continue reading…

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TIH 590: Chuck Palahniuk on Shock Induction, Psychedelics, and Avocado 1:32:04

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In this podcast, Chuck Palahniuk talks about Shock Induction, psychedelics, avocado, and much more. About Chuck Palahniuk Chuck Palahniuk is the author of many bestselling books including Fight Club, Invisible Monsters, Choke, Lullaby, The Invention of Sound, Consider This, and Haunted. His latest novel, Shock Induction, is available now. Show note…

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TIH 589: Dean Koontz on The Forest of Lost Souls 1:12:37

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In this podcast, Dean Koontz talks about The Forest of Lost Souls and much more. About Dean Koontz Acknowledged as “America’s most popular suspense novelist” (Rolling Stone) and as one of today’s most celebrated and successful writers, Dean Ray Koontz has earned the devotion of millions of readers around the world and the praise of … Continue readi…

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TIH 588: Robert P. Ottone on The Vile Thing We Created, There’s Something Sinister in Center Field, and Middle Grade Books 1:32:07

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In this podcast, Robert P. Ottone talks about The Vile Thing We Created, There’s Something Sinister in Center Field, Middle Grade Books, and much more. About Robert P. Ottone Robert P. Ottone is the Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The Triangle and is also the best-selling author of Curse of the Cob Man, The Sleepy … Continue reading…

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TIH 587: Robert P. Ottone on Approaching Life Fearlessly, The Triangle, and Early Life Lessons 1:22:18

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In this podcast, Robert P. Ottone talks about approaching life fearlessly, The Triangle, early life lessons, and much more. About Robert P. Ottone Robert P. Ottone is the Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The Triangle and is also the best-selling author of Curse of the Cob Man, The Sleepy Hollow Gang, The Vile Thing We … Continue reading…

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TIH 586: Thersa Matsuura on The Carp-Faced Boy, Podcasting in Japan, and Space for Creativity 1:32:41

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In this podcast, Thersa Matsuura talks about The Carp-Faced Boy, podcasting in Japan, carving out space for personal creativity, and much more. About Thersa Matsuura Thersa Matsuura is an author and podcaster who has been living in Japan for thirty plus years. She’s a graduate of the Clarion West (2015) workshop, a recipient of the … Continue readi…

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TIH 585: Thersa Matsuura on The Book of Japanese Folklore, the Uncanny Japan Podcast, and Living in Japan 1:06:25

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In this conversation, Thersa Matsuura talks about The Book of Japanese Folklore, living in Japan, the Uncanny Japan Podcast, and much more. About Thersa Matsuura Thersa Matsuura is an author and podcaster who has been living in Japan for thirty plus years. She’s a graduate of the Clarion West (2015) workshop, a recipient of the … Continue reading…

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TIH 584: Jason Pargin on Time Writing vs. Time Promoting, The Black Box of Doom Metaphors, and Guns and Road Trips 1:28:14

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In this podcast, Jason Pargin talks about time writing vs. time promoting, The Black Box of Doom metaphors, guns and road trips, and much more. About Jason Pargin Jason Pargin is the New York Times bestselling author of John Dies at the End and the Zoey Ashe series. He is the former editor of Cracked.com. … Continue reading…

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TIH 583: Jason Pargin on I’m Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom, Writing a Standalone Novel, and Negativity in the Media 1:14:12

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In this podcast, Jason Pargin talks about I’m Starting to Worry About This Black Box of Doom, writing a standalone novel, negativity in the media, and more. About Jason Pargin Jason Pargin is the New York Times bestselling author of John Dies at the End and the Zoey Ashe series. He is the former editor … Continue reading…

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TIH 582: Todd Keisling on Gethsemane, Solve for X, and The Smile Factory 1:10:47

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In this podcast, Todd Keisling talks about Gethsemane, Solve for X, The Smile Factory, and much more. About Todd Keisling Todd Keisling is a writer and designer of the horrific and strange. His books include Scanlines, The Final Reconciliation, The Monochrome Trilogy, and Devil’s Creek, a 2020 Bram Stoker Award finalist for Superior Achievement in …

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TIH 581: Todd Keisling on After Birth, Annie’s Heart is a Haunted House, and Forthcoming Books 1:01:12

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In this podcast, Todd Keisling talks about After Birth, Annie’s Heart is a Haunted House, his forthcoming books, and much more. Todd Keisling Todd Keisling is a writer and designer of the horrific and strange. His books include Scanlines, The Final Reconciliation, The Monochrome Trilogy, and Devil’s Creek, a 2020 Bram Stoker Award finalist for Supe…

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TIH 580: Sandy King Carpenter on Storm King Comics, John Carpenter’s They Live, and Film Production 1:33:54

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In this podcast, Sandy King Carpenter talks about Storm King Comics, John Carpenter’s They Live, film production, and much more. About Sandy King Carpenter Sandra Ann King is an American film producer and businesswoman who is known for In the Mouth of Madness, Village of the Damned, Vampires, and Ghosts of Mars, all of which … Continue reading…

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TIH 579: Joshua Millican on Becoming a Parent, Richard Elfman, and Writing Routine 1:11:07

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In this podcast, Joshua Millican talks about becoming a parent, Richard Elfman, writing routine, and much more. About Joshua Millican Over the past decade-plus, Millican has proven himself to be a horror expert of the highest caliber. After establishing a personal blog in 2011, Millican quickly became one of the genre’s premiere journalists, contri…

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TIH 578: Joshua Millican on Teleportasm, Cannabis Culture, and Dread Central 1:15:56

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In this podcast, Joshua Millican talks about his brand new book, Teleportasm, cannabis culture, early life lessons, and much more. About Joshua Millican Over the past decade-plus, Millican has proven himself to be a horror expert of the highest caliber. After establishing a personal blog in 2011, Millican quickly became one of the genre’s premiere …

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TIH 577: Josh Malerman on Writing Documentary, Trusting the Publisher, and Staying in Motion 1:35:08

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In this podcast, Josh Malerman talks about making a writing documentary, trusting his publisher, staying in motion when writing, and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is an American novelist, short story writer, film producer, and one of two singer/songwriters for the rock band The High Strung. He is best known for writing horror … Conti…

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TIH 576: You Like It Darker by Stephen King (with Neil McRobert, Talking Scared) 2:24:06

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In this podcast, we discuss You Like It Darker by Stephen King with Neil McRobert of Talking Scared Podcast. About You Like It Darker by Stephen King From legendary storyteller and master of short fiction Stephen King comes an extraordinary new collection of twelve short stories, many never-before-published, and some of his best EVER. Show … Contin…

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TIH 575: Todd Keisling on Liminal Spaces, Trigger Warnings, and Imposter Syndrome 1:12:30

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In this podcast, Todd Keisling talks further about his collection Cold, Black, and Infinite, liminal spaces, trigger warnings, imposter syndrome, and much more. About Todd Keisling Todd Keisling is a writer and designer of the horrific and strange. His books include Scanlines, The Final Reconciliation, The Monochrome Trilogy, and Devil’s Creek, a 2…

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TIH 574: Todd Keisling on Cold, Black, and Infinite, Meeting Becky LeJeune, and Spite as a Motivator

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In this podcast, Todd Keisling talks about Cold, Black, and Infinite, meeting Becky LeJeune, using spite as a motivator, and much more. About Todd Keisling Todd Keisling is a writer and designer of the horrific and strange. His books include Scanlines, The Final Reconciliation, The Monochrome Trilogy, and Devil’s Creek, a 2020 Bram Stoker Award fin…

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TIH 573: Josh Malerman on Incidents Around the House

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In this podcast, Josh Malerman talks about Incidents Around the House and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of many books including Bird Box, Malorie, and A House at the Bottom of a Lake, and the singer/songwriter for the band The High Strung. His brand new book, Incidents Around the House is out now. Show … Continue readin…

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TIH 572: Paul Tremblay on Horror Movie and Masks, Metallica, and Defining Success

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In this podcast, Paul Tremblay talks about Horror Movie and masks, Metallica, defining success, and much more. About Paul Tremblay Paul Tremblay has won the Bram Stoker, British Fantasy, and Massachusetts Book awards and is the author of Horror Movie, The Pallbearers Club, Survivor Song, The Cabin at the End of the World, Disappearance at … Continu…

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TIH 571: Paul Tremblay on Horror Movie, Knock at the Cabin, and Writing Across Genres

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In this podcast, Paul Tremblay talks about Horror Movie, Knock at the Cabin, writing across genres, and much more. About Paul Tremblay Paul Tremblay has won the Bram Stoker, British Fantasy, and Massachusetts Book awards and is the author of Horror Movie, The Pallbearers Club, Survivor Song, The Cabin at the End of the … Continue reading…