The Blog Of Doom

Goodbye to a Good Boy

I find that in thinking about what to write for this blog, what to say about the best dog I could imagine, my mind goes to the end. His end. My mind goes to the idea that we offer pets a dignity that humans are not afforded - an end to the suffering. An end… Continue reading Goodbye to a Good Boy

The Spooky Chris Podcast – An Interview with Dr. Scott Bonn, PhD

On this episode I was able to speak with criminologist Dr. Scott Bonn, PhD about his study of serial killers and the upcoming lecture he'll be giving in Flint on Oct. 19 at the FIM Capitol Theatre. Serial Killers October 19, 2024 Capitol Theatre Serial Killers Dr Scott Bonn Oct 19, 2024 Capitol Theatre

CHILDREN OF THE PINES – movie review

One of the most powerful things about horror movies is their ability to examine heavy topics in a way that distracts you from the topic. It isn’t that they don’t want you to know what they are saying but that the filmmakers are wise enough to know that the best way to examine something, something… Continue reading CHILDREN OF THE PINES – movie review

‘SALEM’S LOT (2024)

As a fan of Stephen King, ‘Salem’s Lot has always been one of my two favorite books of his, along with The Shining. I love most of his books that I have read but those two always felt like two of the very scariest. As such, I am a fan of the films made of… Continue reading ‘SALEM’S LOT (2024)

NAME THE DEMON – found footage review

The supernatural is a tried and true topic for found footage films and horror movies, and with reason. It is our fear of not just our physical selves but our metaphysical selves that keeps many of us awake at night. The fear that not only could something happen to our body, but also to our… Continue reading NAME THE DEMON – found footage review

The Spooky Chris Podcast – Talking with Filmmaker Geno McGahee

In this episode, indie filmmaker Geno McGahee discusses his work, including the RISE OF THE SCARECROWS series and SCARY TALES: Dark Walker. A self-taught director, he has attracted millions of views for his films, exemplifying the journey of a working filmmaker. More about him can be found on various platforms.

The Spooky Chris Podcast – Keep Getting Physical – Horror and Physical Media

Spooky Chris discusses modern horror films, emphasizing the genre's versatility and his passion for physical media. He invites listeners to enjoy the conversation while exploring his other podcasts, reviews, blogs, and books available at spookychris.com, encouraging a deeper engagement with the horror community.

HIMALAYA – found footage review

It's been interesting over the years to note how "found footage" has infiltrated so many different types of media. To a degree, it was already there with ghost hunter shows, but with the growth of survialist television shows and monster hunting shows you saw more and more of the techniques of found footage and mockumentaries… Continue reading HIMALAYA – found footage review

The Call is Coming From Within the House

In a time when everything has become weaponized.  Everything is politicized.  It feels dangerous to love.  Oh, sure, we can do it, be bold, and loud, and love to spite those that hate, but loving is dangerous in times like these.  My wife and I are IVF parents.  The journey was hard, expensive, and dangerous… Continue reading The Call is Coming From Within the House

The Spooky Chris Podcast – Talking About “Catherine the Ghost” With Author Kathe Koja

Author Kathe Koja discusses her latest novel, Catherine the Ghost, which serves as a spiritual continuation of the classic Wuthering Heights. The conversation explores themes and connections between the two works, providing insights into Koja's creative process and perspective on her new literary endeavor.

Seeing is Believing – I Have Videos!

I sometimes forget that I have a YouTube page. It's true!I have short films on there, story readings, teasers for some of my books, and an event I did with some other authors to talk about writing. Check it out! https://www.youtube.com/@grimringler

SCARY TALES – Dark Walker – review

Full transparency, I know director Geno McGahee. I met him in a terribly embarrassing way. I reviewed a film of Geno’s years and years ago called RISE OF THE SCARECROWS and I slagged it in a really petty, mean-spirited way. He was good enough to reach out to me after to thank me for the… Continue reading SCARY TALES – Dark Walker – review

The Spooky Chris Podcast – Talking about “The Returned”, A Book of Ghost Stories

On this episode of the podcast I talk with fellow author and partner Paul Counelis about the newest release from our imprint Goblin Holler. The book is called "The Returned - Tales of the Haunted" and features several ghost stories that will surprise and shock the reader. Theme by Ross Grimson.