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Ep 563TIH 563: Adam Nevill on Lost Girl, Pandemic Life, and Samuel Araya Art and Book Covers

In this podcast, Adam Nevill talks about Lost Girl, pandemic life, Samuel Araya Art and Book Covers, and much more. About Adam Nevill Adam Nevill was born in Birmingham, England, in 1969 and grew up in England and New Zealand. He is an author of horror fiction. Of his novels, The Ritual, Last Days, No … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-563-adam-nevill-on-lost-girl-pandemic-life-and-samuel-araya-art-and-book-covers/">Continue reading</a>

Apr 30, 202453 min

Ep 562TIH 562: Samantha Allen on Patricia Wants to Cuddle, Sasquatches, and Lilly Wachowski

In this podcast, Samantha Allen talks about Patricia Wants to Cuddle, sasquatches, Lilly Wachowski, and much more. About Samantha Allen Samantha Allen is the author of the horror comedy Patricia Wants to Cuddle (Zando, 2022), the forthcoming romance novel Roland Rogers Isn’t Dead Yet (Zando, 2024), and the Lambda Literary Award finalist Real Queer America: LGBT … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-562-samantha-allen-on-patricia-wants-to-cuddle-sasquatches-and-lilly-wachowski/">Continue reading</a>

Apr 22, 20241h 21m

Ep 561TIH 561: Samantha Allen on M to (WT)F, Dark Humour, and Women’s Restrooms

In this podcast, Samantha Allen talks about M to (WT)F, dark humour, women’s restrooms, and much more. About Samantha Allen Samantha Allen is the author of the horror comedy Patricia Wants to Cuddle (Zando, 2022), the forthcoming romance novel Roland Rogers Isn’t Dead Yet (Zando, 2024), and the Lambda Literary Award finalist Real Queer America: LGBT … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-561-samantha-allen-on-m-to-wtf-dark-humour-and-womens-restrooms/">Continue reading</a>

Apr 15, 20241h 14m

Ep 560TIH 560: Eric LaRocca on This Skin Was Once Mine and Other Disturbances

In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about This Skin Was Once Mine and Other Disturbances, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of several works of horror and dark fiction including the viral sensation Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. Show notes Click the timestamps to jump … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-560-eric-larocca-on-this-skin-was-once-mine-and-other-disturbances/">Continue reading</a>

Apr 2, 20241h 15m

Ep 559TIH 559: Eric LaRocca on Commercial vs. Artistic Considerations when Writing, When To Listen and When To Talk, and Revisiting Everything The Darkness Eats

In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about commercial vs. artistic considerations when writing, when to listen and when to talk, revisiting Everything The Darkness Eats, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of several works of horror and dark fiction including the viral sensation Things Have Gotten Worse Since … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-559-eric-larocca-on-commercial-vs-artistic-considerations-when-writing-when-to-listen-and-when-to-talk-and-revisiting-everything-the-darkness-eats/">Continue reading</a>

Mar 28, 20241h 6m

Ep 558TIH 558: Adam Godfrey on Narcissus, ADHD, and Supernatural Experiences

In this podcast, Adam Godfrey talks about Narcissus, ADHD, supernatural experiences, and much more. About Adam Godfrey Adam Godfrey hails from Chesapeake, Virginia, where he lives with his wife and three daughters. He holds over twenty years of experience working for the United States Department of Defense in information technology and cybersecurity risk management. He … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-558-adam-godfrey-on-narcissus-adhd-and-supernatural-experiences/">Continue reading</a>

Mar 21, 20241h 11m

Ep 557TIH 557: Adam Godfrey on Writing Routine, Literary Agents, and Artificial Intelligence

In this podcast, Adam Godfrey talks about writing routine, literary agents, AI, and much more. About Adam Godfrey Adam Godfrey hails from Chesapeake, Virginia, where he lives with his wife and three daughters. He holds over twenty years of experience working for the United States Department of Defense in information technology and cybersecurity risk management. … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-557-adam-godfrey-on-writing-routine-literary-agents-and-artificial-intelligence/">Continue reading</a>

Mar 14, 20241h 8m

Ep 556TIH 556: Tananarive Due on The Reformatory, Black Horror, and Jordan Peele

In this podcast, Tananarive Due talks about The Reformatory, black horror, Jordan Peele, and much more. About Tananarive Due Tananarive Due is an award-winning author who teaches Black Horror and Afrofuturism at UCLA. She is an executive producer on Shudder’s groundbreaking documentary Horror Noire: A History of Black Horror. She and her husband/collaborator, Steven Barnes, … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-556-tananarive-due-on-the-reformatory-black-horror-and-jordan-peele/">Continue reading</a>

Mar 4, 20241h 10m

Ep 555TIH 555: Dean Koontz on The Bad Weather Friend, Tragedy and Comedy, and Craggles

In this podcast, Dean Koontz talks about The Bad Weather Friend, tragedy and comedy, cradles, 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 … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-555-dean-koontz-on-the-bad-weather-friend-tragedy-and-comedy-and-craggles/">Continue reading</a>

Feb 26, 20241h 8m

Ep 554TIH 554: Brian Keene on The Labyrinth Book Series, The Stand Stephen King Anthology, and Vortex Books

In this podcast, Brian Keene talks about The Labyrinth book series, The Stand Stephen King anthology, Vortex Books, and much more. About Brian Keene Brian Keene writes novels, comic books, short fiction, and occasional journalism for money. He is the author of over forty books, mostly in the horror, crime, and dark fantasy genres. Keene’s … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-554-brian-keene-on-the-labyrinth-book-series-the-stand-stephen-king-anthology-and-vortex-books/">Continue reading</a>

Feb 21, 20241h 9m

Ep 553TIH 553: Brian Keene on Vortex Books and Comics, Biggest Changes in the Last Five Years, and the Popularity of Horror Fiction Now

In this podcast, Brian Keene talks about Vortex Books and Comics, the biggest changes in the last five years personally and professionally, the popularity of horror fiction, and much more. About Brian Keene Brian Keene writes novels, comic books, short fiction, and occasional journalism for money. He is the author of over forty books, mostly … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-553-brian-keene-on-vortex-books-and-comics-biggest-changes-in-the-last-five-years-and-the-popularity-of-horror-fiction-now/">Continue reading</a>

Feb 16, 20241h 4m

Ep 552TIH 552: Gwendolyn Kiste on Looking Forward to The Haunting of Velkwood

In this podcast, Gwendolyn Kiste talks about The Haunting of Velkwood in a special book preview episode. About Gwendolyn Kiste Gwendolyn Kiste is the three-time Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The Rust Maidens, Reluctant Immortals, And Her Smile Will Untether the Universe, Pretty Marys All in a Row, The Invention of Ghosts, and Boneset & … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-552-gwendolyn-kiste-on-looking-forward-to-the-haunting-of-velkwood/">Continue reading</a>

Feb 11, 20241h 10m

Ep 551TIH 551: Gwendolyn Kiste on the Wide Definition of Horror, From Indy to Traditional Publishers, and Writing Persistence

In this podcast, Gwendolyn Kiste talks about the wide definition of horror, indy vs. traditional publishers, writing persistence, and much more. About Gwendolyn Kiste Gwendolyn Kiste is the three-time Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The Rust Maidens, Reluctant Immortals, And Her Smile Will Untether the Universe, Pretty Marys All in a Row, The Invention of … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-551-gwendolyn-kiste-on-the-wide-definition-of-horror-from-indy-to-traditional-publishers-and-writing-persistence/">Continue reading</a>

Feb 6, 20241h 17m

Ep 550TIH 550: Stephen J. Golds on Living in Japan, Writing Journey, and Early Life Lessons

In this podcast, Stephen J. Golds talks about living in Japan, his writing journey, early life lessons, and much more. About Stephen J. Golds Stephen J. Golds is the author of 3 novels: Say Goodbye When I’m Gone, I’ll Pray When I’m Dying, Always the Dead, one poetry collection and Poems for Ghosts in Empty … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-550-stephen-j-golds-on-living-in-japan-writing-journey-and-early-life-lessons/">Continue reading</a>

Jan 28, 20241h 22m

Ep 549TIH 549: Gemma Amor on The Folly, True Crime, and Spirituality and Creativity

In this podcast, Gemma Amor speaks about The Folly, true crime, spirituality and creativity, and much more. About Gemma Amor Gemma Amor is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of The Folly, Dear Laura, Full Immersion, White Pines, and many other books. She is also a podcaster, illustrator, and voice actor, and is based in Bristol, … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-549-gemma-amor-on-the-folly-true-crime-and-spirituality-and-creativity/">Continue reading</a>

Jan 23, 20241h 14m

Ep 548TIH 548: Gemma Amor on Neurodiversity, The Power of Words, and Writing Challenges

In this podcast, Gemma Amor speaks about neurodiversity, the power of words, writing challenges, and much more. About Gemma Amor Gemma Amor is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of The Folly, Dear Laura, Full Immersion, White Pines, and many other books. She is also a podcaster, illustrator, and voice actor, and is based in Bristol, … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-548-gemma-amor-on-neurodiversity-the-power-of-words-and-writing-challenges/">Continue reading</a>

Jan 18, 20241h 9m

Ep 547TIH 547: Analysing Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King with Laurel Hightower, Part II

In this podcast, we give Stephen King’s Mr. Mercedes the Story Unboxed treatment and begin to dissect and discuss this wonderful novel. This is the second part of our unboxing of Mr. Mercedes. Check out episode 526 for part one. About Mr. Mercedes The stolen Mercedes emerges from the pre-dawn fog and plows through a … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-547-analysing-mr-mercedes-by-stephen-king-with-laurel-hightower-part-ii/">Continue reading</a>

Jan 11, 20241h 38m

Ep 546TIH 546: Clay McLeod Chapman on What Kind of Mother, The Art of Writing Horror, and Navigating Social Media

In this podcast, Clay McLeod Chapman talks about What Kind of Mother, the art of writing horror, navigating social media, 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 Thanks for … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-546-clay-mcleod-chapman-on-what-kind-of-mother-the-art-of-writing-horror-and-navigating-social-media/">Continue reading</a>

Jan 9, 20241h 30m

Ep 545TIH 545: Clay McLeod Chapman on Short Stories and Hollywood, Raymond Carver, and Ambiguity in Fiction

In this podcast, Clay McLeod Chapman talks about short stories and Hollywood, Raymond Carver, ambiguity in fiction, 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, short story collections nothing untoward, commencement and … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-545-clay-mcleod-chapman-on-short-stories-and-hollywood-raymond-carver-and-ambiguity-in-fiction/">Continue reading</a>

Jan 2, 20241h 13m

Ep 544TIH 544: Rachel Harrison on Black Sheep, Religions vs. Cults, and Writing Routine

In this podcast, Rachel Harrison talks about Black Sheep, religion vs. cults, writing routine, and much more. About Rachel Harrison Rachel Harrison is the National Bestselling author of BLACK SHEEP, SUCH SHARP TEETH, CACKLE, and THE RETURN, which was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. Her short fiction … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-544-rachel-harrison-on-black-sheep-religions-vs-cults-and-writing-routine/">Continue reading</a>

Dec 23, 20231h 10m

Ep 543TIH 543: Rachel Harrison on Writing Horror Stories, Weddings, and Goblin

In this podcast, Rachel Harrison talks about writing horror stories, weddings, Goblin, and much more. About Rachel Harrison Rachel Harrison is the National Bestselling author of BLACK SHEEP, SUCH SHARP TEETH, CACKLE, and THE RETURN, which was nominated for a Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in a First Novel. Her short fiction has appeared … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-543-rachel-harrison-on-writing-horror-stories-weddings-and-goblin/">Continue reading</a>

Dec 20, 20231h 16m

Ep 542TIH 542: R. A. Busby on Corporate Body, Supernatural Experiences, and The Joy of Redrafting

In this podcast, R. A. Busby talks about Corporate Body, supernatural experiences, the joy of redrafting, and much more. About R. A. Busby R. A. Busby is the 2021 Shirley Jackson Award-winning author of the creepy hit “Not the Man I Married” (Black Petals Issue #93) and the author of Corporate Body, out now via Cemetery … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-542-r-a-busby-on-corporate-body-supernatural-experiences-and-the-joy-of-redrafting/">Continue reading</a>

Dec 17, 20231h 21m

Ep 541TIH 541: R. A. Busby on Early Life Lessons, First Stories, and Horror Fiction

In this podcast, R. A. Busby talks about early life lessons, first stories, horror fiction, and much more. About R. A. Busby R. A. Busby is the 2021 Shirley Jackson Award-winning author of the creepy hit “Not the Man I Married” (Black Petals Issue #93) and the author of Corporate Body, out now via Cemetery Gates … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-541-r-a-busby-on-early-life-lessons-first-stories-and-horror-fiction/">Continue reading</a>

Dec 11, 20231h 7m

Ep 540TIH 540: Jason Pargin on Zoey Is Too Drunk for this Dystopia, Writing a Book Series, and TikTok Creation Strategies

In this podcast, Jason Pargin talks about Zoey Is Too Drunk for this Dystopia, writing a book series, TikTok creation strategies, 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 … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-540-jason-pargin-on-zoey-is-too-drunk-for-this-dystopia-writing-a-book-series-and-tiktok-creation-strategies/">Continue reading</a>

Dec 5, 20231h 40m

Ep 539TIH 539: Jason Pargin on Becoming a TikTok Influencer, Is AI a Threat to Creativity, and Conspiracy Theories

In this podcast, Jason Pargin talks about becoming a TikTok influencer, AI and creativity, conspiracy theories, 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 … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-539-jason-pargin-on-becoming-a-tiktok-influencer-is-ai-a-threat-to-creativity-and-conspiracy-theories/">Continue reading</a>

Nov 30, 20231h 25m

Ep 538TIH 538: Aubrey Parsons on Voice Acting, Audiobooks, and Narration

In this podcast, Aubrey Parsons talks about voice acting, audiobooks, narration, and much more. About Aubrey Parsons Aubrey Parsons is a professional voiceover, artist, and singer. Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: Support This Is Horror on Patreon Listen to This Is Horror Podcast on Apple Podcasts Listen to This Is Horror … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-538-aubrey-parsons-on-voice-acting-audiobooks-and-narration/">Continue reading</a>

Nov 26, 20231h 45m

Ep 537TIH 537: Unboxing Michael Haneke’s Funny Games (1997) with Mackenzie Kiera

In this podcast, we unbox and analyse Michael Haneke’s cult classic, Funny Games, with special guest, Mackenzie Kiera. This podcast was recorded as part of the House of Bad Memories weekend. About Funny Games Funny Games is a 1997 Austrian psychological horror film written and directed by Michael Haneke, and starring Susanne Lothar, Ulrich Mühe, … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-537-unboxing-michael-hanekes-funny-games-1997-with-mackenzie-kiera/">Continue reading</a>

Nov 20, 20231h 43m

Ep 536TIH 536: Chuck Palahniuk on Not Forever, But For Now, Writing on Substack, and The Legacy of Fight Club

In this podcast, Chuck Palahniuk talks about Not Forever, But For Now, writing on Substack, the legacy of Fight Club, 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, Not Forever, But For Now, is available … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-536-chuck-palahniuk-on-not-forever-but-for-now-writing-on-substack-and-the-legacy-of-fight-club/">Continue reading</a>

Nov 10, 20231h 58m

Ep 535TIH 535: David Moody and Dan Howarth on The Writing Life, Current Routine, and Surviving a Heart Attack

In this podcast, David Moody, Dan Howarth, and Michael David Wilson have a round table discussion about their current writing routine and life, and David Moody talks about surviving a heart attack amongst other topics. About David Moody David Moody first self-published Hater in 2006, and without an agent, succeeded in selling the film rights for … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-535-david-moody-and-dan-howarth-on-the-writing-life-current-routine-and-surviving-a-heart-attack/">Continue reading</a>

Nov 6, 20231h 57m

Ep 534TIH 534: Alan Baxter on Sallow Bend, The Gulp, and Australian Horror Fiction

In this podcast, Alan Baxter talks about Sallow Bend, The Gulp, Australian horror fiction, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter is a multi-award-winning author of horror, supernatural thrillers and dark fantasy liberally mixed with crime, mystery and noir. This Is Horror podcast (hey, that’s us) calls him “Australia’s master of literary darkness” and the … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-534-alan-baxter-on-sallow-bend-the-gulp-and-australian-horror-fiction/">Continue reading</a>

Oct 31, 20231h 58m

Ep 533TIH 533: Joe Sullivan on Cemetery Gates Media and Publishing

In this podcast, Joe Sullivan talks about Cemetery Gates Media, publishing, and much more. About Cemetery Gates Media Cemetery Gates Media is a publisher of horror and supernatural fiction from Binghamton, New York, founded by longtime friends John Brhel and Joe Sullivan in the summer of 2015. Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help out the … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-533-joe-sullivan-on-cemetery-gates-media-and-publishing/">Continue reading</a>

Oct 28, 20231h 50m

Ep 532TIH 532: House of Bad Memories and Silent Key, Live Book Launch with Michael David Wilson, Laurel Hightower, and Bob Pastorella

In this podcast, Michael David Wilson launches his debut novel, House of Bad Memories, and Laurel Hightower launches her new book, Silent Key. 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 Video, They’re Watching (with … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-532-house-of-bad-memories-and-silent-key-live-book-launch-with-michael-david-wilson-laurel-hightower-and-bob-pastorella/">Continue reading</a>

Oct 25, 20232h 4m

Ep 531TIH 531: Tim Waggoner on Early Life Lessons, Becoming a Writer, and First Stories

In this podcast, Tim Waggoner talks about early life lessons, becoming a writer, first stories, and much more. About Tim Waggoner Tim Waggoner’s first novel came out in 2001, and since then he’s published over fifty novels and seven collections of short stories. He writes original dark fantasy and horror, as well as media tie-ins. … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-531-tim-waggoner-on-early-life-lessons-becoming-a-writer-and-first-stories/">Continue reading</a>

Oct 20, 20231h 30m

Ep 530TIH 530: Max Booth III and Michael David Wilson on The Last Haunt and House of Bad Memories

In this podcast, Max Booth III and Michael David Wilson talk about their brand new books, The Last Haunt (Max Booth III) and House of Bad Memories (Michael David Wilson), and much more in this special This Is Horror/Ghoulish Podcast collaboration. About Max Booth III Max Booth III is an author, screenwriter, and publisher best … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-530-max-booth-iii-and-michael-david-wilson-on-the-last-haunt-and-house-of-bad-memories/">Continue reading</a>

Oct 18, 20231h 23m

Ep 529TIH 529: Daniel Kraus on Whales, Secret Writing Projects, and Grave Robbery

In this podcast, Daniel Kraus talks about Whalefall, touring, book publicity, and much more. About Daniel Kraus Daniel Kraus is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels and graphic novels. He coauthored The Living Dead with legendary filmmaker George A. Romero. With Guillermo del Toro, he coauthored The Shape of Water, based on the same … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-529-daniel-kraus-on-whales-secret-writing-projects-and-grave-robbery/">Continue reading</a>

Oct 11, 20231h 8m

Ep 528TIH 528: Daniel Kraus on Whalefall, Touring, and Book Publicity

In this podcast, Daniel Kraus talks about Whalefall, touring, book publicity, and much more. About Daniel Kraus Daniel Kraus is the New York Times bestselling author of more than a dozen novels and graphic novels. He coauthored The Living Dead with legendary filmmaker George A. Romero. With Guillermo del Toro, he coauthored The Shape of Water, based on the same … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-528-daniel-kraus-on-whalefall-touring-and-book-publicity/">Continue reading</a>

Oct 3, 202359 min

Session 9 with Neil McRobert (Talking Scared Podcast) [Story Unboxed 017 Preview]

In this podcast we preview episode seventeen of Story Unboxed in which we unbox and analyse Session 9 with Neil McRobert of the Talking Scared Podcast. Listen to the full Story Unboxed Podcast on Something in the Dirt Show notes Click the timestamps to jump straight to the audio. Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/session-9-with-neil-mcrobert-talking-scared-podcast-story-unboxed-017-preview/">Continue reading</a>

Sep 27, 202352 min

Ep 527TIH 527: Richard Chizmar on Becoming The Boogeyman, Writing Characters Based on Real People, and Future Writing Projects

In this podcast, Richard Chizmar talks about Becoming The Boogeyman, writing characters based on real people, future writing projects, and much more. About Richard Chizmar Richard Chizmar is a New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post, Amazon, and Publishers Weekly bestselling author. He is the co-author (with Stephen King) of the bestselling … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-527-richard-chizmar-on-becoming-the-boogeyman-writing-characters-based-on-real-people-and-future-writing-projects/">Continue reading</a>

Sep 24, 20231h 35m

Ep 526TIH 526: Analysing Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King with Laurel Hightower, Part I

In this podcast, we give Stephen King’s Mr. Mercedes the Story Unboxed treatment and begin to dissect and discuss this wonderful novel. This is the first part of our unboxing of Mr. Mercedes and it’s the first in a special Holly Gibney series of episodes. About Mr. Mercedes The stolen Mercedes emerges from the pre-dawn … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-526-analysing-mr-mercedes-by-stephen-king-with-laurel-hightower-part-i/">Continue reading</a>

Sep 19, 20231h 23m

Ep 525TIH 525: Josh Malerman on The High Strung, Writing an All-Time Horror Novel, and Stories From The Road

In this podcast, Josh Malerman talks about The High Strung, writing an all-time horror novel, stories from the road, 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. … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-525-josh-malerman-on-the-high-strung-writing-an-all-time-horror-novel-and-stories-from-the-road/">Continue reading</a>

Sep 15, 20231h 23m

Ep 524TIH 524: Josh Malerman on The Early Years on The Road, Living Off $10 Per Day, The High Strung, and The Hall of Fame Van Story

In this podcast, Josh Malerman talks about the early years on the road, living off $10 per day, The High Strung, the Hall of Fame van story, 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 … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-524-josh-malerman-on-the-early-years-on-the-road-living-off-10-per-day-the-high-strung-and-the-hall-of-fame-van-story/">Continue reading</a>

Sep 10, 20231h 7m

Ep 523TIH 523: Keith Rosson on Fever House, Writing Violence, and Writing Routine

In this podcast, Keith Rosson talks about Fever House, writing violence, his writing routine, and much more. About Keith Rosson Keith Rosson is the author of four novels and a story collection, the most recent being the literary horror/crime novel Fever House (Random House, 2023). Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: Support … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-523-keith-rosson-on-fever-house-writing-violence-and-writing-routine/">Continue reading</a>

Sep 6, 20231h 14m

Ep 522TIH 522: Sadie Hartmann on The Last 20 Years of Horror Fiction, Ghosts, and Chapter Lengths

In this podcast, Sadie Hartmann talks about the last 20 years of horror fiction, ghosts, chapter lengths, and much more. About Sadie Hartmann Sadie Hartmann is an active member of the Horror Writers Association and a co-owner of Nightworms, a popular horror fiction subscription company. Sadie also reviews horror fiction for Cemetery Dance Online and … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-522-sadie-hartmann-on-the-last-20-years-of-horror-fiction-ghosts-and-chapter-lengths/">Continue reading</a>

Aug 30, 202353 min

Ep 521TIH 521: Sadie Hartmann ‘Mother Horror’ on 101 Horror Books to Read Before You’re Murdered, Future Projects, and Horror Fiction Subgenres

In this podcast, Sadie Hartmann talks about 101 Horror Books to Read Before You’re Murdered, future projects, horror fiction subgenres, and much more. About Sadie Hartmann Sadie Hartmann is an active member of the Horror Writers Association and a co-owner of Nightworms, a popular horror fiction subscription company. Sadie also reviews horror fiction for Cemetery … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-521-sadie-hartmann-mother-horror-on-101-horror-books-to-read-before-youre-murdered-future-projects-and-horror-fiction-subgenres/">Continue reading</a>

Aug 28, 20231h 24m

Ep 520TIH 520: Stephanie Parent on The Briars, Working in a Haunted Dungeon, and Haunted Houses

In this podcast, Stephanie Parent talks about The Briars, working in a haunted dungeon, haunted houses, and much more. About Stephanie Parent Stephanie Parent is a graduate of the Master of Professional Writing program at the University of Southern California as well as a professional submissive and switch. Her first poetry collection, Every Poem a … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-520-stephanie-parent-on-the-briars-working-in-a-haunted-dungeon-and-haunted-houses/">Continue reading</a>

Aug 19, 20231h 21m

Ep 519TIH 519: Stephanie Parent on First Experiences with Stories, Pantsing vs. Plotting, and Early Life Lessons

In this podcast, Stephanie Parent talks about first experiences with stories, pantsing vs. plotting, early life lessons, and much more. About Stephanie Parent Stephanie Parent is a graduate of the Master of Professional Writing program at the University of Southern California as well as a professional submissive and switch. Her first poetry collection, Every Poem … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-519-stephanie-parent-on-first-experiences-with-stories-pantsing-vs-plotting-and-early-life-lessons/">Continue reading</a>

Aug 16, 202359 min

Ep 518TIH 518 This Is Horror Awards 2021 with Stephen Graham Jones, Eric LaRocca, Gemma Files, Ellen Datlow, Wendy Wagner, Jon Padgett, Cam Collins, Steve Shell, and Neil McRobert

In this podcast, we chat with Stephen Graham Jones, Eric LaRocca, Gemma Files, Ellen Datlow, Wendy Wagner, Jon Padgett, Cam Collins, Steve Shell, and Neil McRobert about their This Is Horror Award wins in 2021. Show notes Novel of the Year Winner: My Heart Is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham Jones Runner-up: This Thing Between … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-518-this-is-horror-awards-2021-with-stephen-graham-jones-eric-larocca-gemma-files-ellen-datlow-wendy-wagner-jon-padgett-cam-collins-steve-shell-and-neil-mcrobert/">Continue reading</a>

Aug 10, 20236h 1m

Ep 517TIH 517: Nick Cutter and Andrew F. Sullivan on The Handyman Method, Successful Collaborations, and Story Pacing

In this podcast, Nick Cutter and Andrew F. Sullivan talk about The Handyman Method, successful collaborations, story pacing, and much more. About Nick Cutter Nick Cutter is the author of the critically acclaimed national bestseller The Troop (which is currently being developed for film with producer James Wan), as well as The Deep and Little … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-517-nick-cutter-and-andrew-f-sullivan-on-the-handyman-method-successful-collaborations-and-story-pacing/">Continue reading</a>

Aug 7, 20231h 21m

Ep 516TIH 516: Eric LaRocca on Why He Wrote Everything the Darkness Eats, Split Narratives, and Controversial Scenes

In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about why he wrote Everything the Darkness Eats, split narratives, controversial scenes, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of several works of horror and dark fiction including the viral sensation Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. Show notes Thanks for … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-516-eric-larocca-on-why-he-wrote-everything-the-darkness-eats-split-narratives-and-controversial-scenes/">Continue reading</a>

Aug 2, 20231h 23m

Ep 515TIH 515: Eric LaRocca on Everything the Darkness Eats, Writing Authentically, and Managing Writing Expectations

In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about Everything the Darkness Eats, writing authentically, managing writing expectations, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of several works of horror and dark fiction including the viral sensation Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help … </p><p><a class="more-link btn" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-515-eric-larocca-on-everything-the-darkness-eats-writing-authentically-and-managing-writing-expectations/">Continue reading</a>

Jul 29, 20231h 12m