On this episode I have another great conversation with author JC Vande Zande, who returns to talk about his newest novel: "Blood on the Witness Tree," a sequel to "The Dance of Rotten Sticks." It's a great conversation that gets into book promotion, how Van writes, the new book, and his advice for someone interested in writing.
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Information about and teasers of my books.
A Year In Review – 2025
The Madness of Frankenstein
The tale of "Frankenstein," penned by Mary Shelley, transcends its origins and is now a cultural symbol often recognized during Halloween. Various adaptations have emerged, each reflecting contemporary values. Guillermo del Toro's recent film adds a unique interpretation, exploring themes of humanity and monstrosity, yet it leaves room for the original’s enduring legacy.
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The Spooky Chris Podcast – A Conversation with Author John R. Carlos
The Fallen God Has Risen- The Fallen God of Opal Bay (a new book from Chris Ringler)
The forgotten neighborhood of Opal Bay is where dreams go to die. Among those homes, though, something is waking; something ancient and angry. God has returned, but it's not the one that was promised. "The Fallen God of Opal Bay" is a horror thriller that features Jane, an outcast who is just discovering her true… Continue reading The Fallen God Has Risen- The Fallen God of Opal Bay (a new book from Chris Ringler)
The Spooky Chris Podcast – A Conversation with Author Paul G. Vecchiet
A Conversation with author Paul G. Vecchiet about his new book The Disclosure Paradox 2: Salvation. During our conversation we discuss his Disclosure Paradox series, the bridging of faith and science, how Disclosure Paradox 2 came about, and more. For more about Paul, and his books head to: https://thedisclosureparadox.com/
Books That Inspired Me
While I have certainly slowed down as life has gotten fuller, I have been a book lover since I was a kiddo. From the weird board books I fell in love with to the Encyclopedia Brown mysteries I tore through before I started reading more adult books, I loved to read. Heck, I still think… Continue reading Books That Inspired Me
The Spooky Chris Podcast – A New Liberty
New for April 1!
You Can’t Ban the Imagination
I think a lot of people have been surprised at how quickly the Trump regime has gone from a clown-show to a full-blown fascist regime. A lot of people supported him and his views and ideals, it’s true, but many never took him seriously enough. Too caught up in their own lives and escapes to… Continue reading You Can’t Ban the Imagination
NEW BOOK RELEASE! – A New Liberty
After the election of Donald Trump to the presidency in 2016, I didn't know what to do with myself. I was angry, frustrated, and felt powerless. I wanted to do something, so I turned to what I do: writing. I reached out to other writer friends, and together, we agreed to put something out into… Continue reading NEW BOOK RELEASE! – A New Liberty
Are You A Monster?
Are you a monster? We all have a bit of the beast in us. Some more than others. ARE WE MONSTERS is a collection of short stories about monsters, mostly beyond imagination but some too real to want to believe. It's available in paperback and on Kindle. Cover photo and design was by me. https://www.amazon.com/Are-We-Monsters-Chris-Ringler/dp/B09JVKDJPJ








