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When making a list of movies you love, you tend to feel as if you are parsing through your children to decide which is the best. I have a bunch of movies I love and a few that I utterly adore, but of all of them, the one I love most is the 1982 remake… Continue reading The Many Things Lurking in the Dark
In this podcast episode, author J. Luke Bennecke discusses his background as a master civil engineer and how it influences his thrilling novels. His latest book, "Blackout: A Jake Bendel Thriller," is set for release on October 6 and is available for pre-order on his website.
In this episode, indie author Alex Grass discusses his writing journey, inspirations, and his upcoming book, "Infernal Tramps," a collection of short stories set to release on July 15. For additional information, visit http://www.infernaltramps.com.
The small town of Munsonville has served as the heart of many of my stories. A place of dark history, full of bloody secrets, and dangerous people. It is a place of monsters, both human and otherwise. While the place has appeared many times, in many ways, the heart of this cursed small town is held in the following three books. This is the arc of a man named Tilling Diem, and his connection to the doom of Munsonville. The first two books, “Road Kill” and “RoadKillers” are a connected narrative about love, loss, cursed history, and revenge. The third book, “In Roots of Ash,” is the story of the woods and the things that live there. Tilling’s story wraps up in this book, though he is not a main character.
The author highlights five horror books that promise to captivate and disturb readers. "Things We Found" explores personal horrors, while "Heedless Reflection" delves into loss and revenge. "Red Dreams" offers unsettling tales, "This Beautiful Darkness" reveals inner turmoil, and "Cemetery Earth" showcases a post-apocalyptic love story amidst chaos.
In this episode, author Beau L'Amour discusses his childhood, his experiences in illustration and entertainment, and his new book "Skyring Water," co-authored with his father, Louis L'Amour. The book is set to be released by Bantam on June 2, 2026. More information is available at http://www.skyringwater.com.
"The Fallen God of Opal Bay" is a 2025 novel about a young outcast desperate to be invisible in a place that is unseen by most. It started with the two dead girls lying at the bottom of an abandoned construction project, but they weren't the last bodies she would find. And soon, even Death itself would find her, but death is far from the most dangerous thing in Opal Bay, as she is about to find out.
In this podcast episode, host interviews Mark Benson, author of "Isaac and the Sky." The story follows a young boy whose worst day leads to fame after discovering a ninth planet. The discussion covers the book, the Artemis II mission, and Benson's role as a NASA/JPL ambassador.
"Things We Found" is a new book of short stories inspired by found footage horror, exploring haunting echoes from the darkness. One excerpt, titled "Stickman," follows a father and son driving home, where the son excitedly points out a mysterious figure in the trees, hinting at something unsettling just beyond their perception.
The author expresses a profound love for campfire tales and found footage stories, emphasizing their immersive horror experience. In "Things We Found," a collection of dark and visceral tales, protagonists face terrifying discoveries in an unsettling world. The collection, released in Kindle and paperback, marks the author's return to short stories after several years.
In this episode, the host interviews author Monte Crabbs, who discusses his short story collection "The Drum Tech and Other Stories." A retired librarian and drummer, Crabbs offers a distinctive viewpoint on his eerie and unusual narratives. For more details, visit http://www.montecrabbs.com.
Author JD Barker discusses the release of the first book in a prequel trilogy to his popular 4MK series. The conversation covers his writing process, book promotion strategies, and his work with parents of autistic children. Listeners can find more information about JD Barker at jdbarker.com.
In this episode, Michigan author Peggy Christie discusses her experiences as a writer and movie reviewer. A member of the Great Lakes Association of Horror Writers, Christie shares insights about her craft, and her work can be found at themonkeyisin.com.