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This Is Horror Podcast

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Ep 555

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

Episode | 69 min | Feb 26, 2024
In this podcast, Dean Koontz talks about The Bad Weather Friend, tragedy and comedy, cradles, and much more. [3:19] The Bad Weather Friend. [7:20] Balancing being a nice person but not being a pushover. [11:40] Breaking the fourth wall. [15:20] Writing in different genres. [20:10] Power and class division. [25:00] William Goldman. [27:10] Defining a craggle. [33:10] What type of craggle does Dean want. [35:40] The Better Kind. [39:30] Looking back at tragedy and seeing comedy. [53:30] Jumping between different time periods. [57:45] Brandon, via Patreon, asks about advice for authors starting out. [1:03:00] Traci, via Patreon, asks about introducing characters. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-555-dean-koontz-on-the-bad-weather-friend-tragedy-and-comedy-and-craggles Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 554

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

Episode | 69 min | Feb 21, 2024
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. [3:34] Current stresses and sleep problems. [10:30] The Labyrinth series. [16:20] Patreon. [30:10] The Stephen King anthology with Christopher Golden. [35:50] Stephen King anthology guidelines. [45:40] Traci Kenworth, via Patreon, wants to know how opening the bookstore will affect Brian and Mary’s writing and other creative pursuits. [53:30] Events at the bookstore. [1:01:30] The GoFundMe for the bookstore. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-554-brian-keene-on-the-labyrinth-book-series-the-stand-stephen-king-anthology-and-vortex-books Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 553

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

Episode | 65 min | Feb 16, 2024
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. [1:30] Conversation start. Biggest changes for Brian in the last five years. [6:43] Why is horror fiction popular right now? [10:27] Preparing for a crash in horror fiction’s popularity. [21:00] Brian’s experience with professors. [25:05] The conversation that led to Vortex Books & Comics. [33:22] Protecting mental health. [44:33] Not voicing an opinion on everything. [51:57] Choosing Patreon and Substack for promotional purposes. Full podcast show notes are available here: 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 Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 552

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

Episode | 71 min | Feb 11, 2024
In this podcast, Gwendolyn Kiste talks about The Haunting of Velkwood in a special book preview episode. [3:15] The Haunting of Velkwood. [6:50] Story genesis. [12:00] David Lynch. [23:15] Social media. [37:30] Coming out. [1:06:35] Final thoughts. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-552-gwendolyn-kiste-on-looking-forward-to-the-haunting-of-velkwood Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 551

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

Episode | 77 min | Feb 6, 2024
In this podcast, Gwendolyn Kiste talks about the wide definition of horror, indy vs. traditional publishers, writing persistence, and much more. [2:33] Conversation start. Biggest changes personally and professionally for Gwendolyn. [7:00] Balancing short stories and novels. [14:59] Navigating social media as a writer. [28:14] New Year reflections and goals. [32:33] Defining horror. [40:27] Publishing with an indy vs. traditional publisher. [45:19] Persistence, grit, and writing. [59:32] The Process of writing a novel. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-551-gwendolyn-kiste-on-the-wide-definition-of-horror-from-indy-to-traditional-publishers-and-writing-persistence Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 550

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

Episode | 82 min | Jan 28, 2024
In this podcast, Stephen J. Golds talks about living in Japan, his writing journey, early life lessons, and much more. [2:59] Stephen J. Golds Conversation start. [3:43] Early Life Lessons and Writing Philosophy. [6:38] Japan. [28:32] Learning Japanese. [44:10] Adapting to living in Japan. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-550-stephen-j-golds-on-living-in-japan-writing-journey-and-early-life-lessons Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 549

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

Episode | 75 min | Jan 23, 2024
In this podcast, Gemma Amor speaks about The Folly, true crime, spirituality and creativity, and much more. [2:54] The origin of The Folly. [5:15] The inspiration behind The Folly. [10:38] The impact of the pandemic on The Folly. [40:05] True crime and courts. [45:46] Victim-centred narratives. [48:20] The supernatural in fiction. [53:14] Spirituality and creativity. [58:01] Cover art creation. [1:01:40] Upcoming projects. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-549-gemma-amor-on-the-folly-true-crime-and-spirituality-and-creativity Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 548

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

Episode | 70 min | Jan 18, 2024
In this podcast, Gemma Amor speaks about neurodiversity, the power of words, writing challenges, and much more. [2:24] Conversation start. [4:30] Personal changes. [8:44] Understanding Neurodiversity. [25:40] Living Authentically. [36:31] The Power of Words. [38:47] Executive Dysfunction. [43:40] The Impact of ADHD on Writing. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-548-gemma-amor-on-neurodiversity-the-power-of-words-and-writing-challenges Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 547

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

Episode | 98 min | Jan 11, 2024
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. [1:55] Jerome. [7:46] Holly. [37:13] The Climax: Concert Scene. [45:00] Epilogue and Reflections. [50:13] Stephen King's Genre Versatility. [53:39] King's Foray into Crime Genre. [1:00:47] Recommendations for Fans of Mr. Mercedes. [1:14:42] Personal Writing Progress. [1:22:06] Exploring TikTok as a Platform for Writers. [1:36:39] Final Thoughts and Recommendations. Full podcast show notes and a transcript are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-547-analysing-mr-mercedes-by-stephen-king-with-laurel-hightower-part-ii Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror
Ep 546

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

Episode | 90 min | Jan 9, 2024
In this podcast, Clay McLeod Chapman talks about What Kind of Mother, the art of writing horror, navigating social media, and much more. [2:30] What Kind of Mother? [5:25] Parenthood. [9:40] The inevitability of making mistakes. [18:30] Writing horror fiction. [28:00] Transcending genres. [37:00] Social media. [41:30] Struggles of being authentic online. [52:00] Authentic connection in writing. [1:15:00] Final thoughts. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-546-clay-mcleod-chapman-on-what-kind-of-mother-the-art-of-writing-horror-and-navigating-social-media Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

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