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This Is Horror Podcast

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The This Is Horror Podcast is a weekly show for readers, writers, and creators hosted by Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella. We interview writers, artists, publishers, editors, and creatives every week. We have interviewed over the 300 creatives including Chuck Palahniuk, Dean Koontz, Joe Hill,… read more

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

March 14th, 2024

1:08:00
In this podcast, Adam Godfrey talks about writing routine, literary agents, AI, and much more.  About Adam Godfrey Adam Godfrey hails from …

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

March 4th, 2024

1:10:09
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. …

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

February 26th, 2024

1:08:30
In this podcast, Dean Koontz talks about The Bad Weather Friend, tragedy and comedy, cradles, and much more. About Dean Koontz Acknowledged as …

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

February 21st, 2024

1:09:00
In this podcast, Brian Keene talks about The Labyrinth book series, The Stand Stephen King anthology, Vortex Books, and much more. About Brian Keene …

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

February 16th, 2024

1:04:57
In this podcast, Brian Keene talks about Vortex Books and Comics, the biggest changes in the last five years personally and professionally, the …

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

February 11th, 2024

1:10:54
In this podcast, Gwendolyn Kiste talks about The Haunting of Velkwood in a special book preview episode. About Gwendolyn Kiste Gwendolyn Kiste is the …

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

February 6th, 2024

1:17:15
In this podcast, Gwendolyn Kiste talks about the wide definition of horror, indy vs. traditional publishers, writing persistence, and much more. …

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

January 28th, 2024

1:22:14
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 …

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

January 23rd, 2024

1:14:52
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 …

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

January 18th, 2024

1:09:33
In this podcast, Gemma Amor speaks about neurodiversity, the power of words, writing challenges, and much more. About Gemma Amor Gemma Amor is the …

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

January 11th, 2024

1:38:24
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 …

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

January 9th, 2024

1:30:12
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 …

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

January 2nd, 2024

1:13:35
In this podcast, Clay McLeod Chapman talks about short stories and Hollywood, Raymond Carver, ambiguity in fiction, and much more. About Clay McLeod …

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

December 23rd, 2023

1:10:09
In this podcast, Rachel Harrison talks about Black Sheep, religion vs. cults, writing routine, and much more. About Rachel Harrison Rachel Harrison …

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

December 20th, 2023

1:16:20
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, …

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

December 17th, 2023

1:21:16
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 …

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

December 11th, 2023

1:07:38
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 …

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

December 5th, 2023

1:40:00
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 …

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

November 30th, 2023

1:25:24
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 …

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

November 26th, 2023

1:45:48
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 …

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

November 20th, 2023

1:43:41
In this podcast, we unbox and analyse Michael Haneke’s cult classic, Funny Games, with special guest, Mackenzie Kiera. This podcast was recorded as …

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

November 10th, 2023

1:58:50
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 …

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

November 6th, 2023

1:57:40
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. …

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

October 31st, 2023

1:58:01
In this podcast, Alan Baxter talks about Sallow Bend, The Gulp, Australian horror fiction, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter is a …

TIH 533: Joe Sullivan on Cemetery Gates Media and Publishing

October 28th, 2023

1:50:52
In this podcast, Joe Sullivan talks about Cemetery Gates Media, publishing, and much more. About Cemetery Gates Media Cemetery Gates Media is a …

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

October 25th, 2023

2:04:08
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 …

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

October 20th, 2023

1:30:04
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 …

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

October 18th, 2023

1:23:00
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 …

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

October 11th, 2023

1:08:05
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 …

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

October 3rd, 2023

59:39
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 …

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

September 27th, 2023

52:30
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 …

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

September 24th, 2023

1:35:28
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, …

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

September 19th, 2023

1:23:35
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 …

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

September 15th, 2023

1:23:39
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, …

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

September 10th, 2023

1:07:21
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 …

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

September 6th, 2023

1:14:15
In this podcast, Keith Rosson talks about Fever House, writing violence, his writing routine, and much more. About Keith Rosson Keith Rosson is the …

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

August 30th, 2023

53:15
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 …

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

August 28th, 2023

1:24:28
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 …

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

August 19th, 2023

1:21:49
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 …

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

August 16th, 2023

59:57
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 …

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

August 10th, 2023

6:01:50
In this podcast, we chat with Stephen Graham Jones, Eric LaRocca, Gemma Files, Ellen Datlow, Wendy Wagner, Jon Padgett, Cam Collins, Steve Shell, and …

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

August 7th, 2023

1:21:38
In this podcast, Nick Cutter and Andrew F. Sullivan talk about The Handyman Method, successful collaborations, story pacing, and much more. About …

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

August 2nd, 2023

1:23:24
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 …

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

July 29th, 2023

1:12:49
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 …

TIH 514: Dean Koontz on After Death, Suspense, Horror, and Science Fiction Labels, and His Unique Writing Voice

July 26th, 2023

1:14:57
In this podcast, Dean Koontz talks about his new book After Death, suspense, horror, and science fiction labels, Dean’s unique writing voice, and …

TIH 513: Josh Malerman on Egorov, Doug and Judy Buy the House Washer, and The Jupiter Drop

July 22nd, 2023

1:32:51
In this podcast, Josh Malerman talks about Egorov, Doug and Judy Buy the House Washer, The Jupiter Drop, and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of many books including Bird Box, Malorie, and A …

TIH 512: Josh Malerman on Half The House is Haunted, Argyle, and Samhattan

July 17th, 2023

1:06:06
In this podcast, Josh Malerman talks about Half The House is Haunted, Argyle, Samhattan, and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of many books including Bird Box, Malorie, and A House at the …

TIH 511: Josh Malerman on Writing Routine, Writing A Novel Documentary, and A Ben Evans Film

July 12th, 2023

1:10:33
In this podcast, Josh Malerman talks about writing routine, writing a novel documentary, A Ben Evans Film, and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of many books including Bird Box, Malorie, and A …

TIH 510: Ai Jiang on Linghun, I Am AI, and What Makes Us Human

July 7th, 2023

1:25:34
In this podcast, Ai Jiang talks about Linghun, I Am AI, what makes us human, and much more. About Ai Jiang Ai Jiang is a Chinese-Canadian writer of …

TIH 509: Ai Jiang on Early Life Lessons, Defining Success and Failure, and Being Chinese-Canadian

July 4th, 2023

1:14:04
In this podcast, Ai Jiang talks about early life lessons, defining success and failure, being Chinese-Canadian, and much more. About Ai Jiang Ai …

[Preview] SU 016 Something in the Dirt with Gemma Files

June 29th, 2023

39:01
In this podcast we preview episode sixteen of Story Unboxed in which we unbox and analyse Something in the Dirt. Listen to the full Story Unboxed …

TIH 508: Craig Clevenger on The Aftermath of Violence, Transgressive Fiction, and Post-Pandemic Book Releases

June 27th, 2023

1:09:28
In this podcast, Craig Clevenger talks about writing about the aftermath of violence, transgressive fiction, post-pandemic book releases, and much …

TIH 507: Craig Clevenger on Mother Howl, Writing in the Third Person, and Writing Dialogue

June 21st, 2023

1:03:13
In this podcast, Craig Clevenger talks about Mother Howl, writing in the third person, writing dialogue, and much more. About Craig Clevenger Craig Clevenger is an American author of contemporary fiction. Born 1964 in …

TIH 506: Glen Mazzara on The Shield, LA, and WGA Strike Action

June 13th, 2023

2:04:47
In this podcast, Glen Mazzara talks about The Shield, LA, the WGA strike action, and much more. About Glen Mazzara Glen Mazzara is an American television producer and writer. He is most well known for his work on The …

TIH 505: Glen Mazzara on The Walking Dead, Storytelling, and The Writers’ Room

June 9th, 2023

1:01:37
In this podcast, Glen Mazzara talks about The Walking Dead, storytelling, the writers’ room, and much more. About Glen Mazzara Glen Mazzara is an American television producer and writer. He is most well known for his …

TIH 504: Joe R. Lansdale on The Donut Legion, Jane Goes North, and Conspiracy Theories

May 31st, 2023

1:40:29
In this podcast, Joe R. Lansdale talks about The Donut Legion, Jane Goes North, conspiracy theories, and much more. About Joe R. Lansdale Champion Mojo Storyteller Joe R. Lansdale is the author of over forty novels and …

TIH 503: Suzanne Young on In Nightfall, Vampires, and Co-writing a book with Tom DeLonge

May 25th, 2023

1:11:53
In this podcast, Suzanne Young talks about In Nightfall, vampires, co-writing a book with Tom DeLonge, and much more. About Suzanne Young Suzanne Young is the New York Times bestselling author of The Program series. …

TIH 502: Suzanne Young on The Program Series, Writing Routine, and Writing About Mental Health

May 22nd, 2023

1:07:28
In this podcast, Suzanne Young talks about The Program series, writing about mental health, her writing routine, and much more. About Suzanne Young Suzanne Young is the New York Times bestselling author of The Program …

TIH 501: Grady Hendrix on How to Sell a Haunted House, Puppets, and Japanese Horror

May 15th, 2023

1:12:51
In this podcast, Grady Hendrix talks about How to Sell a Haunted House, puppets, Japanese horror, and much more. About Grady Hendrix Grady Hendrix is an American author, journalist, public speaker, and screenwriter …

TIH 500: Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella on 500 Episodes and 10 Years of This Is Horror Podcast, hosted by Lisa Quigley (Ladies of the Fright) and Robb Olson (The ARC Party)

May 11th, 2023

2:44:03
In this podcast, Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella celebrate 500 episodes and 10 years of This Is Horror Podcast. Hosted by Lisa Quigley (Ladies of the Fright) and Robb Olson (The ARC Party). Show notes Thanks for …

TIH 499: Fiction Podcast and Nonfiction Podcast of the Year, This Is Horror Awards 2021

May 5th, 2023

1:48:49
In this podcast, we announce and speak with the winners of the Fiction Podcast and Nonfiction Podcast of the Year in the This Is Horror Awards 2021. Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: Support This Is …

TIH 498: Caroline Kepnes on For You and Only You, Scabies for Breakfast, and Finding The Right Way To Tell Your Story

April 28th, 2023

1:09:33
In this podcast, Caroline Kepnes talks about her brand new Joe Goldberg novel, For You and Only You, Scabies for Breakfast, finding the right way to …

TIH 497: Caroline Kepnes on The Origin of Joe Goldberg, Writing Short Stories, and Kidnapping Barbies

April 24th, 2023

1:11:22
In this podcast, Caroline Kepnes talks about the origin of Joe Goldberg, writing short stories, kidnapping Barbies, and much more. About Caroline …

TIH 496: Max Booth III on Abnormal Statistics, Indiana Death Song, and 3 Eggs (with Robb Olson, The ARC Party)

April 19th, 2023

2:25:49
In this podcast, Max Booth III talks about Abnormal Statistics, Indiana Death Song, 3 Eggs, and much more. About Max Booth III Max Booth III is an author, screenwriter, and publisher best known for his work in the …

TIH 495: Fiction Magazine and Publisher of the Year, This Is Horror Awards 2021

April 12th, 2023

1:24:55
In this podcast, we announce and speak with the winners of the Fiction Magazine and Publisher of the Year in the This Is Horror Awards 2021. Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: Support This Is Horror on …

TIH 494: Carson Winter on Society’s Obsession with Violence, The Tide, and Fear of Dying

April 6th, 2023

1:22:06
In this podcast, Carson Winter talks about society’s obsession with violence, the Tide, his fear of dying, and much more. About Carson Winter Carson …

TIH 493: Carson Winter on Soft Targets, Discovering Stories, and Zero Boundaries Podcast

April 2nd, 2023

1:07:29
In this podcast, Carson Winter talks about Soft Targets, discovering stories,  Zero Boundaries Podcast: Episode 182, and much more. About Carson Winter Carson Winter is an author, punker, and raw nerve. His fiction has …

TIH 492: Short Story Collection and Anthology of the Year, This Is Horror Awards 2021

March 27th, 2023

1:48:48
In this podcast we announce and speak with the winners of the Short Story Collection and Anthology of the Year in the This Is Horror Awards 2021. …

TIH 491: Max Booth III on Abnormal Statistics, Fish, and Live Readings (with Robb Olson, The ARC Party)

March 23rd, 2023

1:15:59
In this podcast, Max Booth III talks about Abnormal Statistics, Fish, live readings, and much more. With guest co-host Robb Olson for an ARC Party crossover episode. About Max Booth III Max Booth III is an author, …

TIH 490: Novel and Novella of the Year, This Is Horror Awards 2021

March 18th, 2023

1:15:29
In this podcast we announce and speak with the winners of the Novel and Novella of the Year in the This Is Horror Awards 2021. Show notes Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: Support This Is Horror on Patreon Listen …

TIH 489: Jordan Harper on Everybody Knows, James Ellroy, and Black-Bag PR

March 12th, 2023

1:19:22
In this podcast, Jordan Harper talks about Everybody Knows, James Ellroy, Black-Bag PR, and much more. About Jordan Harper Jordan Harper was born and educated in Missouri. He now lives in Los Angeles where he works as a …

TIH 488: Eric LaRocca on The Trees Grew Because I Bled There

March 8th, 2023

1:56:46
In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about his brand new collection, The Trees Grew Because I Bled There. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram …

TIH 487: Jordan Harper on Working in Hollywood, The Young Brothers Massacre, and Petscop

March 1st, 2023

1:36:05
In this podcast, Jordan Harper talks about working in Hollywood, the Young Brothers Massacre, Petscop, and much more. About Jordan Harper Jordan …

TIH 486: Eric LaRocca on Authenticity, Titan Books, and Writing Routine

February 25th, 2023

1:11:56
In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about authenticity, Titan Books, his writing routine, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of several works of horror and dark …

TIH 485: Christopher Landon on We Have a Ghost, Freaky, and Happy Death Day

February 21st, 2023

1:05:24
In this podcast, Christopher Landon talks about We Have a Ghost, Freaky, Happy Death Day, and much more. About Christopher Landon Christopher Landon is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter best known …

TIH 484: Stephen Graham Jones on Don’t Fear the Reaper, My Heart is a Chainsaw, and The Only Good Indians

February 13th, 2023

1:22:12
In this podcast, Stephen Graham Jones talks about Don’t Fear the Reaper, My Heart is a Chainsaw, The Only Good Indians, and much more. About Stephen Graham Jones Stephen Graham Jones is a Blackfoot Native American …

TIH 483: Cynthia Pelayo on Thomas & Mercer, Loteria, and Fairy Tales

February 11th, 2023

1:02:14
In this podcast, Cynthia Pelayo talks about Thomas & Mercer, Loteria, Fairy Tales, and much more. About Cynthia Pelayo Cynthia “Cina” Pelayo is a three-time Bram Stoker Awards nominated poet and author. She is the …

TIH 482: Cynthia Pelayo on The Shoemaker’s Magician, Crime Scene, and Prose Poetry

February 8th, 2023

1:00:03
In this podcast, Cynthia Pelayo talks about The Shoemaker’s Magician, Crime Scene, prose poetry, and much more. About Cynthia Pelayo Cynthia “Cina” Pelayo is a three-time Bram Stoker Awards nominated poet and author. …

TIH 481: Dean Koontz on The House at the End of the World, Odd Thomas, and Spiritual Experiences

January 27th, 2023

1:36:24
In this podcast, Dean Koontz talks about The House at the End of the World, Odd Thomas, spiritual experiences, and much more. About Dean Koontz …

TIH 480: Andy Mitton on Screenwriting, Writing Routine, and The Dark Half by Stephen King

January 24th, 2023

1:18:24
In this podcast, Andy Mitton talks about screenwriting, his writing routine, The Dark Half by Stephen King, and much more. About Andy Mitton Originally from the Boston area and a resident of Los Angeles since 2001, Andy …

TIH 479: Andy Mitton on The Harbinger, Sleep Paralysis, and Composing Film Scores

January 19th, 2023

1:11:05
In this podcast, Andy Mitton talks about The Harbinger, sleep paralysis, composing film scores, and much more. About Andy Mitton Originally from the Boston area and a resident of Los Angeles since 2001, Andy Mitton is a …

TIH 478: David J. Schow on The Crow, Splatterpunk, and Robert Bloch

January 12th, 2023

1:34:03
In this podcast, David J. Schow talks about The Crow, splatterpunk, Robert Bloch, and much more. About David J. Schow David J. Schow is an American author of horror novels, short stories, and screenplays. His credits …

TIH 477: David J. Schow on The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III, The Twilight Zone Magazine, and Screenwriting

January 9th, 2023

1:13:01
In this podcast, David J. Schow talks about The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III, The Twilight Zone Magazine, screenwriting, and much more. About David J. Schow David J. Schow is an American author of horror novels, short …

TIH 476: John Niven on Kill Your Friends, The Trip, and The F*ck-it List

December 30th, 2022

1:13:32
In this podcast, John Niven talks about Kill Your Friends, The Trip, The F*ck-it List, and much more. About John Niven John Niven is a Scottish author and screenwriter. His books include Kill Your Friends, The Amateurs, …

TIH 475: Brian Asman on Return of the Living Elves, Unusual Writing Locations, and Juggalos

December 23rd, 2022

1:11:48
In this podcast, Brian Asman talks about Return of the Living Elves, unusual writing locations, Juggalos, and much more. About Brian Asman Brian Asman is a writer, actor, director, and producer from San Diego, CA. He’s …

TIH 474: Brian Asman on Man, Fuck This House, Blackstone Audio, and Pranks

December 22nd, 2022

1:18:39
In this podcast, Brian Asman talks about Man, Fuck This House, Blackstone Audio, Pranks, and much more. About Brian Asman Brian Asman is a writer, actor, director, and producer from San Diego, CA. He’s the author of the …

TIH 473: Jonathan Janz on The Dismembered, Marla, and Method Writing

December 18th, 2022

1:45:16
In this podcast, Jonathan Janz talks about The Dismembered, Marla, method writing, and much more. About Jonathan Janz Jonathan Janz is the author of more than a dozen novels and numerous short stories. His books include …

TIH 472: Jonathan Janz on Literary Agents, Editing, and Screenwriting

December 11th, 2022

1:17:19
In this podcast, Jonathan Janz talks about literary agents, editing, screenwriting, and much more. About Jonathan Janz Jonathan Janz is the author of more than a dozen novels and numerous short stories. His books …

TIH 471: Jonathan Janz on Forgiveness, Children, and Biggest Personal and Professional Changes

December 6th, 2022

1:31:47
In this podcast, Jonathan Janz talks about forgiveness, children, his biggest personal and professional changes in the last four years, and much more. About Jonathan Janz Jonathan Janz is the author of more than a dozen …

TIH 470: Will Carver on God Complexes, DoTrue, and Writing For Yourself

November 24th, 2022

1:12:27
In this podcast, Will Carver talks about God complexes, DoTrue, writing for himself, and much more. About Will Carver Will Carver is the author of books such as Suicide Thursday, Good Samaritans, Nothing Important …

TIH 469: Will Carver on Suicide Thursday, The Daves Next Door, and Crop Circle Theories

November 20th, 2022

1:08:59
In this podcast, Will Carver talks about Suicide Thursday, The Daves Next Door, crop circle theories, and much more. About Will Carver Will Carver is the author of books such as Suicide Thursday, Good …

TIH 468: Paul Tremblay on Unreliable Narrators, Writing Without Outlining, and Anxiety in Fiction

November 13th, 2022

1:11:12
In this podcast, Paul Tremblay talks about unreliable narrators, writing without an outline, anxiety in fiction, and much more. About Paul Tremblay …

TIH 467: Paul Tremblay on The Pallbearers Club, Knock At The Cabin, and The Legend of Mercy Brown

November 8th, 2022

1:06:28
In this podcast, Paul Tremblay talks about The Pallbearers Club, Knock At The Cabin, the legend of Mercy Brown, and much more. About Paul Tremblay …

TIH 466: Matthew Holness on Garth Marenghi’s TerrorTome, Darkplace, and Possum

October 31st, 2022

1:28:04
In this podcast, Matthew Holness talks about Garth Marenghi’s TerrorTome, Darkplace, Possum, and much more.  About Matthew Holness Matthew Holness is …

TIH 465: Jason Pargin on If This Book Exists, You’re in the Wrong Universe, Crazy Technology, and Experimental Writing

October 24th, 2022

1:30:13
In this podcast, Jason Pargin talks about If This Book Exists, You’re in the Wrong Universe, crazy technology, experimental writing, and much more.  …

TIH 464: Jason Pargin on TikTok, Pargin vs. Wong, and Curating Social Media Posts

October 19th, 2022

1:29:52
In this podcast, Jason Pargin talks about TikTok, Pargin vs. Wong, curating social media posts, and much more.  About Jason Pargin Jason Pargin is the New York Times bestselling author of John Dies at the End and the …

TIH 463: Tyler Jones on Criterium, Burn The Plans, and Portraying Addiction

October 15th, 2022

1:01:57
In this podcast, Tyler Jones talks about Criterium, Burn The Plans, portraying addiction, and much more.  About Tyler Jones Tyler Jones is the author of Criterium, The Dark Side of the Room, Almost Ruth, and Burn the …

TIH 462: Tyler Jones on Beautiful Writing, Patrick deWitt, and Literary Agents

October 11th, 2022

1:01:45
In this podcast, Tyler Jones talks about beautiful writing, Patrick deWitt, literary agents, and much more. About Tyler Jones Tyler Jones is the …

TIH 461: Tyler Jones on Early Life Lessons, Mark Rylance, and Collecting Books

October 7th, 2022

1:23:08
In this podcast, Tyler Jones talks about early life lessons, Mark Rylance, collecting books, and much more. About Tyler Jones Tyler Jones is the …

TIH 460: Gemma Amor on Angry Robot, Artificial Intelligence, and Dear Laura Adaptations

October 4th, 2022

1:16:48
In this podcast, Gemma Amor talks about Angry Robot, artificial intelligence, Dear Laura adaptations, and much more.  About Gemma Amor Gemma Amor is …

TIH 459: Gemma Amor on Full Immersion, Turning Forty, and Setting Boundaries

September 29th, 2022

1:22:42
In this podcast, Gemma Amor talks about Full Immersion, turning forty, setting boundaries, and much more.  About Gemma Amor Gemma Amor is the Bram …

TIH 458: Ronald Kelly on Fear, Zebra Books, and Storytelling Lessons

September 21st, 2022

1:19:54
In this podcast Ronald Kelly talks about Fear, Zebra Books, storytelling lessons, and much more.  About Ronald Kelly Ronald Kelly is best known as a …

TIH 457: Ronald Kelly on Southern Fried and Horrified, Jack Logan Western Stories, and Writing Horror

September 17th, 2022

1:33:29
In this podcast Ronald Kelly talks about Southern Fried and Horrified, Jack Logan Western Stories, writing horror, and much more.    About Ronald …

TIH 456: Michael J. Seidlinger on My Pet Serial Killer, The Cecil Hotel, and Literary Agents

September 10th, 2022

1:11:17
In this podcast Michael J. Seidlinger talks about My Pet Serial Killer, The Cecil Hotel, literary agents, and much more.  About Michael J. Seidlinger Michael J. Seidlinger is a Filipino American author of Anybody Home? …

TIH 455: Michael J. Seidlinger on Anybody Home?, Likeable Characters, and Performing Selves vs. True Selves

September 7th, 2022

1:03:17
In this podcast Michael J. Seidlinger talks about Anybody Home?, why people want likeable characters, performing vs. being our true selves, and much more. About Michael J. Seidlinger Michael J. Seidlinger is a Filipino …

TIH 454: Michael J. Seidlinger on Transgressive Fiction, Horror Video Games, and Replay Value with Books

August 31st, 2022

1:16:51
In this podcast Michael J. Seidlinger talks about transgressive fiction, horror video games, replay value with books, and much more.  About Michael J. Seidlinger Michael J. Seidlinger is a Filipino American author of …

TIH 453: Clay McLeod Chapman on Screenwriting, Whisper Down The Lane, and Satanic Panic

August 30th, 2022

1:05:29
In this podcast Clay McLeod Chapman talks about screenwriting, Whisper Down the Lane, Satanic panic, and much more. About Clay McLeod Chapman Clay McLeod Chapman is the author of the novels Whisper Down the Lane, The …

TIH 452: Clay McLeod Chapman on Ghost Eaters, What Is A Ghost, and Why Horror

August 28th, 2022

1:16:06
In this podcast Clay McLeod Chapman talks about Ghost Eaters, what a ghost is, why he likes horror, and much more. About Clay McLeod Chapman Clay McLeod Chapman is the author of the novels Whisper Down the Lane, The …

TIH 451: Clay McLeod Chapman on Performative Reading, The Pumpkin Pie Show, and Early Life Lessons

August 26th, 2022

1:03:10
In this podcast Clay McLeod Chapman talks about performative reading, The Pumpkin Pie Show, early life lessons, and much more.  About Clay McLeod Chapman Clay McLeod Chapman is the author of the novels Whisper Down the …

TIH 450: Kevin Lucia on Clifton Heights, Charles L. Grant, and Cemetery Dance

August 24th, 2022

1:13:06
In this podcast, Kevin Lucia talks about Clifton Heights, Charles L. Grant, Cemetery Dance, and much more.  About Kevin Lucia Kevin Lucia is the ebook and trade paperback editor at Cemetery Dance Publications. His first …

TIH 449: Kevin Lucia on Writing Lessons, Faith and Horror, and Desperation by Stephen King

August 21st, 2022

1:03:37
In this podcast, Kevin Lucia talks about writing lessons, faith and horror, Desperation by Stephen King, and much more.  About Kevin Lucia Kevin Lucia is the ebook and trade paperback editor at Cemetery Dance …

TIH 448: Conner Habib on Hawk Mountain, Against Everyone, and Occultists

August 15th, 2022

1:12:39
In this podcast Conner Habib talks about Hawk Mountain, Against Everyone with Conner Habib, occultists, and much more.  About Conner Habib Conner …

TIH 447: Conner Habib on Stigma Against Horror, Clive Barker, and Transferrable Writing Lessons from Working as an Adult Performer

August 10th, 2022

1:13:30
In this podcast Conner Habib talks about the stigma against horror, Clive Barker, and transferrable writing lessons from working as an adult …

TIH 446: Matt Wesolowski on Beast, Folklore, and Found Footage Movies

August 3rd, 2022

1:07:55
In this podcast Matt Wesolowski talks about Beast, folklore, found footage movies, and much more. About Matt Wesolowski Matt Wesolowski is an author …

TIH 445: Matt Wesolowski on Six Stories, Scott King, and Writing in a Podcast Format

July 29th, 2022

1:00:05
In this podcast Matt Wesolowski talks about Six Stories, Scott King, writing in a podcast format, and much more. About Matt Wesolowski Matt …

TIH 444: Catriona Ward on The Last House on Needless Street, The Girl from Rawblood, and Sundial

July 17th, 2022

1:09:29
In this podcast Catriona Ward talks about The Last House on Needless Street, The Girl from Rawblood, Sundial, and much more. About Catriona Ward Catriona Ward was born in Washington, DC, and grew up in the United …

TIH 443: Jason Pargin on Pointless Waste of Time, Film Adaptations, and Optimism

July 6th, 2022

1:03:35
In this podcast Jason Pargin talks about Pointless Waste of Time, film adaptations, optimism, and much more.  About Jason Pargin Jason Pargin is the New York Times bestselling author of John Dies at the End and the Zoey …

TIH 442: Jason Pargin on John Dies at the End, If This Book Exists You’re in the Wrong Universe, and Not Taking Success For Granted

June 25th, 2022

58:52
In this podcast Jason Pargin talks about John Dies at the End, If This Book Exists You’re in the Wrong Universe, not taking success for granted, and much more. About Jason Pargin Jason Pargin is the New York Times …

TIH 441: Jason Pargin on David Wong pseudonym, Zoey Ashe series, and Anonymity Online

June 20th, 2022

1:11:39
In this podcast Jason Pargin talks about his David Wong pseudonym, the Zoey Ashe series, anonymity online, and much more.  About Jason Pargin Jason Pargin is the New York Times bestselling author of John Dies at the End …

TIH 440: Max Booth III on Maggots Screaming!, Ghoulish Book Fest, and What To Do When Bombing

June 10th, 2022

1:13:21
In this podcast Max Booth III talks about Maggots Screaming!, Ghoulish Book Fest, what to do when bombing, and much more. About Max Booth III Max …

TIH 439: Max Booth III on Screenwriting, We Need To Do Something, and Ghoulish Podcast

June 2nd, 2022

1:05:07
In this podcast Max Booth III talks about screenwriting, We Need To Do Something, Ghoulish Podcast, and much more. About Max Booth III Max Booth III …

TIH 438: Brandon Boone on Writing Music for Video Games and Podcasts, Aspirations, and Daily Habits

May 22nd, 2022

1:07:00
In this podcast Brandon Boone talks about writing music for video games and podcasts, aspirations, daily habits, and much more. About Brandon Boone Brandon Boone is an award-winning media composer from Cincinnati, Ohio. …

TIH 437: Brandon Boone on The NoSleep Podcast, Making Electronic Music, and Goosebumps

May 15th, 2022

58:01
In this podcast Brandon Boone talks about The NoSleep Podcast, making electronic music, Goosebumps, and much more. About Brandon Boone Brandon Boone is an award-winning media composer from Cincinnati, Ohio. He …

[Preview] SU 011 The Night Cyclist by Stephen Graham Jones

May 8th, 2022

1:02:39
In this podcast we preview episode eleven of Story Unboxed in which we unbox and analyse ‘The Night Cyclist’ by Stephen Graham Jones. Listen to the …

TIH 436: Keith Rosson on Fever House with Random House, Smoke City, and Portland

April 30th, 2022

1:08:19
In this podcast Keith Rosson talks about his Fever House book deal with Random House, Smoke City, Portland, and much more. About Keith Rosson Keith Rosson is an author of books such as The Mercy of the Tide, Smoke City, …

TIH 435: Keith Rosson on The Mercy of the Tide, Being Legally Blind, and Becoming a Foster Parent

April 25th, 2022

1:01:00
In this podcast Keith Rosson talks about The Mercy of the Tide, being legally blind, becoming a foster parent, and much more. About Keith Rosson Keith Rosson is an author of books such as The Mercy of the Tide, Smoke …

TIH 434: Daniel Willcocks on Hawk & Cleaver’s The Other Stories Podcast, Collaborations, and Plotting vs. Pantsing

April 18th, 2022

1:08:24
In this podcast Daniel Willcocks talks about Hawk & Cleaver’s The Other Stories Podcast, collaborations, plotting vs. pantsing, and much more.  …

TIH 433: Daniel Willcocks on Activated Authors, Healthy Writing Life, and Stopping Ghostwriting

April 11th, 2022

58:01
In this podcast Daniel Willcocks talks about Activated Authors, maintaining a healthy writing life, stopping ghostwriting, and much more.  About Daniel Willcocks Daniel Willcocks is an international bestselling author …

[Preview] SU 009 each thing I show you is a piece of my death by Stephen J. Barringer and Gemma Files

March 31st, 2022

1:03:03
In this podcast we preview episode nine of Story Unboxed in which we unbox and analyse ‘each thing I show you is a piece of my death’ by Stephen J. …

TIH 432: Eric LaRocca on The Strange Thing We Become, Henley’s Edge, and We Can Never Leave This Place

March 24th, 2022

1:06:53
In this podcast Eric LaRocca talks about The Strange Thing We Become, Henley’s Edge, We Can Never Leave This Place, and much more. About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the author of several works of horror and dark …

TIH 431: Eric LaRocca on Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke, Going Viral, and Playwriting

March 18th, 2022

1:04:13
In this podcast Eric LaRocca talks about Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke, going viral, playwriting, and much more.  About Eric LaRocca Eric LaRocca is the author of several works of horror and dark fiction …

TIH 430: Will Carver on Psycopaths Anonymous, Weird Neighbours, and Good Samaritans

March 13th, 2022

1:00:37
In this podcast Will Carver talks about Psycopaths Anonymous, weird neighbours, Good Samaritans, and much more.  About Will Carver Will Carver is the author of books such as Good Samaritans, Nothing Important Happened …

TIH 429: Will Carver on Nothing Important Happened Today, Hinton Hollow Death Trip, and The Beresford

March 4th, 2022

1:11:22
In this podcast Will Carver talks about Nothing Important Happened Today, Hinton Hollow Death Trip, The Beresford, and much more. About Will Carver …

[Preview] SU 008 Night They Missed The Horror Show by Joe R. Lansdale

February 28th, 2022

59:30
In this podcast we preview episode eight of Story Unboxed in which we unbox and analyse Night They Missed The Horror Show by Joe R. Lansdale. Listen …

TIH 428: Keith Cooper on Screenwriting Tips, Grief Horror, and Writing Advice

February 24th, 2022

1:03:53
In this podcast Keith Cooper talks about screenwriting, grief horror, writing advice, and much more.  About Keith Cooper Keith Cooper is the screenwriter of Anything for Jackson, a director, musician, and animator. Show …

TIH 427: Keith Cooper on Anything for Jackson, Silent Hill, and Pitching Movies

February 20th, 2022

58:32
In this conversation Keith Cooper talks about Anything for Jackson, Silent Hill, pitching movies, and much more.  About Keith Cooper Keith Cooper is the screenwriter of Anything for Jackson, a director, musician, and …

TIH 426: Toby Harvard on Bullshit Artists, Shooting Film, and Humour in Horror

February 6th, 2022

1:08:00
In this conversation Toby Harvard talks about bullshit artists, shooting film, humour in horror, and much more. About Toby Harvard Toby Harvard is …

TIH 425: Toby Harvard on The Greasy Strangler, Come To Daddy, and Paprika Ridge Chips

January 25th, 2022

1:09:23
In this podcast Toby Harvard talks about The Greasy Strangler, Come To Daddy, paprika ridge chips, and much more. About Toby Harvard Toby Harvard is the screenwriter of The Greasy Strangler, Come To Daddy, and Tropical …

TIH 424: Catherine Baab-Muguira on Edgar Allan Poe, Life Lessons, and Marketing Advice

January 10th, 2022

1:44:41
In this podcast Catherine Baab-Muguira talks about Edgar Allan Poe, life lessons, marketing advice, and much more. About Catherine Baab-Muguira Catherine Baab-Muguira is a writer and journalist who has contributed to, …

TIH 423: Jarod Barbee on Death’s Head Press, And Hell Followed, and Stygian Sky Media

December 30th, 2021

1:51:39
In this podcast Jarod Barbee talks about Death’s Head Press, And Hell Followed, Stygian Sky Media, and much more.  About Jarod Barbee Jarod Barbee is …

TIH 422: Richard Kadrey on Comic Book Writing, Coop Heist Novels, and Angel Scene

December 18th, 2021

1:00:02
In this podcast Richard Kadrey talks about comic book writing, the Coop Heist novels, Angel Scene, and much more. About Richard Kadrey Richard Kadrey has written fifteen novels, including The New York Times Best Seller …

TIH 421: Richard Kadrey on Sandman Slim, Story Ideas, and Fighting Horses

December 9th, 2021

59:26
In this podcast Richard Kadrey talks about Sandman Slim, story ideas, fighting horses, and much more.  About Richard Kadrey Richard Kadrey has written fifteen novels, including The New York Times Best Seller list, Devil …

TIH 420: Sonora Taylor on Horror Misconceptions, Film, and Being Kind to Yourself

November 30th, 2021

1:09:06
In this podcast Sonora Taylor talks about horror misconceptions, film, being kind to yourself, and much more.  About Sonora Taylor Sonora Taylor is the award-winning author of Little Paranoias: Stories, Without …

TIH 419: Sonora Taylor on Someone to Share My Nightmares, We Are Wolves, and Uncanny Experiences

November 21st, 2021

1:06:45
In this podcast Sonora Taylor talks about Someone to Share My Nightmares, We Are Wolves, uncanny experiences, and much more. About Sonora Taylor …

TIH 418: Mike Thorn on Peel Back and See, Depression, and Writing Horror in Academia

November 12th, 2021

1:08:00
In this podcast Mike Thorn talks about Peel Back and See, depression, writing horror in academia, and much more. About Mike Thorn Mike Thorn is the author of Shelter for the Damned, Darkest Hours, and Peel Back and See. …

TIH 417: Mike Thorn on Shelter for the Damned, Heavy Metal and Horror, and Journalstone

November 2nd, 2021

1:05:25
In this podcast Mike Thorn talks about Shelter for the Damned, heavy metal and horror, Journalstone, and much more.  About Mike Thorn Mike Thorn is the author of Shelter for the Damned, Darkest Hours, and Peel Back and …

TIH 416: Cassandra Khaw on Nothing But Blackened Teeth, The All-Consuming World, and Travelling Around The World

October 20th, 2021

1:05:20
In this podcast Cassandra Khaw talks about Nothing But Blackened Teeth, The All-Consuming World, travelling around the world, and much more. About Cassandra Khaw Cassandra Khaw is an award-winning game writer, whose …

TIH 415: Catherynne M. Valente on Comfort Me with Apples, The Past is Red, and Fairyland

October 14th, 2021

1:03:13
In this podcast Catherynne M. Valente talks about Comfort Me with Apples, The Past is Red, Fairyland, and much more.  About Catherynne M. Valente Catherynne M. Valente is the New York Times bestselling author of over …

TIH 414: Catherynne M. Valente on Space Opera, Peaks Island, and Musical Performances

October 5th, 2021

1:06:51
In this podcast Catherynne M. Valente talks about Space Opera, Peaks Island, musical performances, and  much more. About Catherynne M. Valente Catherynne M. Valente is the New York Times bestselling author of over two …

TIH 413: Cynthia Pelayo on Children of Chicago, Blending Genres, and Into The Forest And All The Way Through

September 22nd, 2021

1:11:50
In this podcast Cynthia Pelayo talks about Children of Chicago, blending genres, Into The Forest And All The Way Through, and much more.  About Cynthia Pelayo Cynthia “Cina” Pelayo is a two-time Bram Stoker Awards …

TIH 412: Cynthia Pelayo on Chicago, Writing About Villains, and Feeling Like You Don’t Belong

September 9th, 2021

1:11:03
In this podcast Cynthia Pelayo talks about Chicago, people who feel like they don’t belong, writing about villains, and much more. About Cynthia Pelayo Cynthia “Cina” Pelayo is a two-time Bram Stoker Awards nominated …

TIH 411: This Is Horror Awards 2020

September 6th, 2021

3:00:26
In this podcast we announce and speak with the winners of the This Is Horror Awards 2020. Show notes Click the timestamps to jump straight to the audio. Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: Support This Is Horror on …

TIH 410: Hailey Piper on Queen of Teeth, Post-Pandemic Horror Writing, and Unfortunate Elements of My Anatomy

August 30th, 2021

1:06:05
In this podcast Hailey Piper talks about Queen of Teeth, Unfortunate Elements of My Anatomy, post-pandemic horror writing, and much more.  About Hailey Piper Hailey Piper is the author of horror books The Worm and His …

TIH 409: Hailey Piper on The Possession of Natalie Glasgow, Benny Rose, the Cannibal King, and Making Horror Gay AF

August 27th, 2021

1:06:34
In this podcast Hailey Piper talks about The Possession of Natalie Glasgow, Benny Rose, the Cannibal King, making horror gay as fuck, and much more.  About Hailey Piper Hailey Piper is the author of horror books The …

TIH 408: Kev Harrison on Below, Fear of Horses, and The Importance of Travel

August 20th, 2021

1:18:10
In this podcast Kev Harrison talks about Below, his fear of horses, the importance of travel, and much more.  About Kev Harrison Kev Harrison is a writer of dark fiction and English language teacher from England, living …

TIH 407: Kev Harrison on The Balance, Moving Abroad, and Writing Lessons

August 17th, 2021

1:02:58
In this podcast Kev Harrison talks about The Balance, moving abroad, writing lessons, and much more. About Kev Harrison Kev Harrison is a writer of dark fiction and English language teacher from England, living and …

TIH 406: Jennifer Trudrung on The Nest, Here There Be Tygers, and Writing and Acting

August 10th, 2021

1:13:56
In this podcast Jennifer Trudrung talks about The Nest, Here There Be Tygers, writing and acting, and much more.  About Jennifer Trudrung Jennifer Trudrung is an actress and writer of horror, horror-comedy, and thriller …

TIH 405: Laurel Hightower on Crossroads, Hill House vs. Hell House, and Classic Horror Literature

August 6th, 2021

1:14:25
In this podcast Laurel Hightower talks about Crossroads, Hill House vs. Hell House, Classic Horror Literature, and much more.  About Laurel Hightower Laurel Hightower grew up in Kentucky. She is the author …

TIH 404: Laurel Hightower on Whispers in the Dark, Shirley Jackson, and Growing Up in Kentucky

August 2nd, 2021

1:11:29
In this podcast Laurel Hightower talks about Whispers in the Dark, Shirley Jackson, growing up in Kentucky, and much more.  About Laurel Hightower Laurel Hightower grew up in Kentucky. She is the author …

TIH 403: Antony Johnston on Resident Evil Village, Writing Horror Video Games, and Genre Tropes in The Fuse

July 25th, 2021

1:14:16
In this podcast Antony Johnston talks about Resident Evil Village, writing horror video games, genre tropes in The Fuse, and much more. About Antony Johnston Antony Johnston is a British writer of comics, video games, …

TIH 402: Craig Clevenger on his Fourth Novel, Writing Each Story as if it’s Your Last, and Advice to Eighteen-Year-Old Self

July 16th, 2021

1:26:51
In this podcast Craig Clevenger talks about his fourth novel, writing each story as if it’s your last, advice to eighteen-year-old self, and much …

TIH 401: Craig Clevenger on The Contortionist’s Handbook, Writing Dialogue, and Dermaphoria

July 1st, 2021

1:17:28
In this podcast Craig Clevenger talks about The Contortionist’s Handbook, writing dialogue, Dermaphoria, and much more.  About Craig Clevenger Craig Clevenger is an American author of contemporary fiction. Born 1964 in …

TIH 400: Jeffrey Reddick on Final Destination, Don’t Look Back, and Social Commentary in Movies

June 20th, 2021

2:51:10
In this podcast Jeffrey Reddick talks about Final Destination, Don’t Look Back, social commentary in movies, and much more. About Jeffrey Reddick Jeffrey Reddick is an American screenwriter and film director, best known …

TIH 399: Gwendolyn Kiste on Boneset & Feathers, Witches, and Optimism Winning

June 5th, 2021

2:02:46
In this podcast Gwendolyn Kiste talks about Boneset & Feathers, witches, optimism winning, and much more. About Gwendolyn Kiste Gwendolyn Kiste …

TIH 398: Cullen Bunn on Shadow Man, Harrow County, and The World’s Youngest Hypnotist

May 24th, 2021

1:12:22
In this podcast Cullen Bunn talks about Shadow Man, Harrow County, being the world’s youngest hypnotist, and much more. About Cullen Bunn Cullen Bunn …

TIH 397: Cullen Bunn on The Damned, Marvel Comics, and Do’s and Don’ts for Comic Book Writers

May 14th, 2021

1:04:21
In this podcast Cullen Bunn talks about The Damned, Marvel Comics, do’s and don’ts for comic book writers, and much more. About Cullen Bunn Cullen …

TIH 396: Eden Royce on Spooklights, Young Adult vs. Middle-Grade Fiction, and Writing Two Novels at Once

May 6th, 2021

1:05:38
In this podcast Eden Royce talks about Spooklights, young adult vs. middle-grade fiction, writing two novels at once, and much more. About Eden Royce …

TIH 395: Eden Royce on Root Magic, Southern Gothic Horror, and the Gullah-Geechee Nation

April 29th, 2021

59:00
In this podcast Eden Royce talks about Root Magic, southern gothic horror, the Gullah-Geechee nation, and much more. About Eden Royce Eden Royce is …

TIH 394: Sarah Pinborough on Behind Her Eyes, Dead to Her, and Selling Books for TV Adaptations

April 21st, 2021

1:21:03
In this podcast Sarah Pinborough talks about Behind Her Eyes, Dead to Her, selling books for TV adaptations, and much more. About Sarah Pinborough …

TIH 393: Wrath James White on Succulent Prey, Sex Addiction, and Collaborating with Edward Lee

April 13th, 2021

1:12:16
In this podcast Wrath James White talks about Succulent Prey, sex addiction, collaborating with Edward Lee, and much more. About Wrath James White …

TIH 392: Wrath James White on Extreme Horror, Uncomfortable Writing, and The Resurrectionist

April 7th, 2021

1:12:36
In this podcast Wrath James White talks about extreme horror, uncomfortable writing, The Resurrectionist, and much more. About Wrath James White Wrath James White is a former World Class Heavyweight Kickboxer, a …

TIH 391: Richard Chizmar on Chasing The Boogeyman, Third Collaboration with Stephen King, and Gwendy

March 29th, 2021

1:06:04
In this podcast Richard Chizmar talks about Chasing The Boogeyman, his third collaboration with Stephen King, Gwendy, and much more. About Richard …

TIH 390: Sarah Langan on Witchcraft Horror, Writing Advice, and the Best Horror of the Last Ten Years

March 21st, 2021

1:08:08
In this podcast Sarah Langan talks about witchcraft horror, writing advice, the best horror of the last ten years, and much more. About Sarah Langan Sarah Langan is the author of books such as The Missing, Audrey’s …

TIH 389: Sarah Langan on Good Neighbors, You Have the Prettiest Mask, and Promoting Books During COVID-19 Pandemic

March 13th, 2021

1:11:46
In this podcast Sarah Langan talks about Good Neighbors, ‘You Have the Prettiest Mask’, promoting books during the COVID-19 pandemic, and much more. About Sarah Langan Sarah Langan is the author of books such as The …

TIH 388: Gemma Amor on Calling Darkness, Haunted Pubs, and Being Kind To Yourself

March 7th, 2021

1:21:15
In this podcast Gemma Amor talks about Calling Darkness, haunted pubs, being kind to yourself, and much more. About Gemma Amor Gemma Amor is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of Dear Laura, Cruel Works of …

TIH 387: Gemma Amor on Cruel Works of Nature, Mental Health and Creativity, and Writing for Audio

February 23rd, 2021

1:14:09
In this podcast Gemma Amor talks about Cruel Works of Nature, mental health and creativity, writing for audio, and much more. About Gemma Amor Gemma Amor is the Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of Dear Laura, Cruel …

TIH 386: Sara Tantlinger on Not All Monsters, Lessons Learned Compiling an Anthology, and Eroticism and Horror

February 15th, 2021

1:06:03
In this podcast Sara Tantlinger talks about Not All Monsters, lessons learned from compiling an anthology, balancing eroticism and horror, and much …

TIH 385: Sara Tantlinger on Cradleland of Parasites, Discovering Horror, and the Pittsburgh HWA Chapter

February 10th, 2021

1:11:31
In this podcast Sara Tantlinger talks about Cradleland of Parasites, discovering horror, the Pittsburgh HWA Chapter, and much more. About Sara Tantlinger Sara Tantlinger is the Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The …

TIH 384: Rena Mason on The Evolutionist, Swimming with Sharks, and Working in the Operating Theatre

February 3rd, 2021

1:27:47
In this podcast Rena Mason talks about The Evolutionist, swimming with sharks, working in the operating theatre, and much more. About Rena Mason Rena …

TIH 383: Rena Mason on Where the Wild Things Are, Uncanny Experiences, and Life Lessons

January 23rd, 2021

1:21:35
In this podcast Rena Mason talks about Where the Wild Things Are, uncanny experiences, life lessons, and much more. About Rena Mason Rena Mason is an American author of Thai-Chinese descent, and the Bram Stoker …

TIH 382: Jeff Strand on Autumn Bleeds into Winter, Self Promotion, and Publishing

January 7th, 2021

1:32:12
In this podcast Jeff Strand talks about Autumn Bleeds into Winter, self-promotion, publishing, and much more. About Jeff Strand Jeff Strand is the four-time Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of 50+ books, including …

TIH 381: Jeff Strand on Andrew Mayhem, Getting into Genre, and Comedic Writing

December 31st, 2020

1:16:33
In this podcast Jeff Strand talks about the Andrew Mayhem series, getting into genre, comedic writing, and much more. About Jeff Strand Jeff Strand is the four-time Bram Stoker Award-nominated author of 50+ books, …

TIH 380: Angel Luis Colón on Blacky Jaguar, Hell Chose Me, and Latinx Authors

December 24th, 2020

1:17:10
In this podcast Angel Luis Colón talks about Blacky Jaguar, Hell Chose Me, Latinx authors, and much more. About Angel Luis Colón Angel Luis Colón is …

TIH 379: Angel Luis Colón on Crime Fiction, Cancel Culture, and Literary Agents

December 14th, 2020

1:18:26
In this podcast Angel Luis Colón talks about crime fiction, cancel culture, literary agents, and much more. About Angel Luis Colón Angel Luis Colón …

TIH 378: They’re Watching Live Event with Michael David Wilson, Bob Pastorella, Josh Malerman, and Laurel Hightower

December 7th, 2020

2:07:25
In this podcast Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella celebrate the release of their novel They’re Watching alongside friends of the podcast and accomplished authors, Josh Malerman and Laurel Hightower. Show notes …

TIH 377: Sarah Read on Out of Water, Editing, and the One Story Per Week Challenge

December 3rd, 2020

1:01:19
In this podcast Sarah Read talks about Out of Water, editing, the one story per week challenge, and much more. About Sarah Read Sarah Read is a dark fiction writer in the frozen north of Wisconsin. Her short stories can …

TIH 376: Sarah Read on Supernatural Experiences, The Bone Weaver’s Orchard, and Zero Drafting

November 28th, 2020

1:02:02
In this podcast Sarah Read talks about supernatural experiences, The Bone Weaver’s Orchard, zero drafting, and much more. About Sarah Read Sarah Read is a dark fiction writer in the frozen north of Wisconsin. Her short …

TIH 375: Sarah Read on Living in a Haunted House, Working in a Library, and Getting into Horror

November 19th, 2020

1:17:05
In this podcast Sarah Read talks about living in a haunted house, working in a library, getting into horror, and much more. About Sarah Read Sarah Read is a dark fiction writer in the frozen north of Wisconsin. Her …

TIH 374: Adam Cesare on Clown in A Cornfield, YA fiction, and YouTube

November 16th, 2020

1:34:02
In this podcast Adam Cesare talks about his latest novel Clown in A Cornfield, YA fiction, running a successful YouTube, and much more. About Adam …

TIH 373: Adam Cesare on Halloween Every Day, Writing Seriously, and First Reading Experiences

November 12th, 2020

1:14:23
In this podcast Adam Cesare talks about being a Halloween every day kid, writing seriously, his first reading experiences, and much more. About Adam Cesare Adam Cesare is a New Yorker who lives in Philadelphia. He …

TIH 372: David Cummings on NoSleep Podcast Live Events, Voice Training, and Tips For Narrating

November 5th, 2020

1:21:42
In this podcast David Cummings talks about NoSleep Podcast live events, voice training, tips for narrating, and much more. About David Cummings David Cummings—musician, voice actor, raconteur. Born and raised in …

TIH 371: David Cummings on The NoSleep Podcast, Local Ghost Stories, and Coping Mechanisms for Low Self-Confidence

October 30th, 2020

1:18:16
In this podcast David Cummings talks about The NoSleep Podcast, local ghost stories, coping mechanisms for low self confidence, and much more. About David Cummings David Cummings—musician, voice actor, raconteur. Born …

TIH 370: They’re Watching, Booked. Podcast, and Halloween with Michael David Wilson, Bob Pastorella, Robb Olson, and Livius Nedin

October 22nd, 2020

2:32:36
In this podcast Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella team up with Booked. Podcast, Robb Olson and Livius Nedin, to celebrate the release of They’re Watching, chat about Halloween, and much more. About Booked. Podcast …

TIH 369: John Hornor Jacobs on A Lush and Seething Hell, Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, and Getting a Literary Agent

October 12th, 2020

1:20:51
In this podcast John Hornor Jacobs talks about A Lush and Seething Hell, performing with the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, getting a literary agent, and much more. About John Hornor Jacobs John Hornor Jacobs, is an …

TIH 368: John Hornor Jacobs on Southern Gods, Video Games, and Journalstone

September 30th, 2020

1:13:12
In this podcast John Hornor Jacobs talks about Southern Gods, video games, Journalstone, and much more. About John Hornor Jacobs John Hornor Jacobs, …

TIH 367: Daniel Kraus on The Living Dead, George A. Romero, and Guillermo del Toro

September 23rd, 2020

1:37:39
In this podcast Daniel Kraus talks about The Living Dead, George A. Romero, Guillermo del Toro, and much more. About Daniel Kraus Daniel Kraus is a New York Times bestselling author. With Guillermo del Toro, he …

TIH 366: Daniel Kraus on Young Adult vs. Adult Fiction, Rotters, and Chicago

September 16th, 2020

1:12:39
In this podcast Daniel Kraus talks about young adult vs. adult fiction, Rotters, Chicago, and much more. About Daniel Kraus Daniel Kraus is a New …

TIH 365: Chuck Palahniuk on The Invention of Sound, Fight Club, and Commodifying Human Experience

September 3rd, 2020

1:30:34
In this podcast Chuck Palahniuk talks about The Invention of Sound, Fight Club, commodifying human experience, and much more. About Chuck Palahniuk Chuck Palahniuk is the author of many bestselling books including Fight …

TIH 364: Mackenzie Kiera on Ladies of the Fright, Beta Reading, and Writing Professionally

August 31st, 2020

1:10:06
In this podcast Mackenzie Kiera talks about Ladies of the Fright, beta reading, writing professionally, and much more. About Mackenzie Kiera Mackenzie Kiera is the author of All You Need is Love and a Strong Electric …

TIH 363: Mackenzie Kiera on All You Need is Love and a Strong Electric Current, Slasher Movies, and Childhood Memories

August 28th, 2020

1:01:39
In this podcast Mackenzie Kiera talks about All You Need is Love and a Strong Electric Current, slasher movies, childhood memories, and much more. About Mackenzie Kiera Mackenzie Kiera is the author of All You Need is …

TIH 362: This Is Horror Awards 2019

August 20th, 2020

2:03:40
In this podcast we announce and speak with the winners of the This Is Horror Awards 2019. Show notes Click the timestamps to jump straight to the audio. Thanks for Listening! Help out the show: Support This Is Horror on …

TIH 361: Josh Malerman on Writing Habits, Writing Process, and Film Production Company

August 14th, 2020

54:09
In this podcast Josh Malerman talks about his writing habits, writing process, and film production company. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of many books including Bird Box, Malorie, and A House at the …

TIH 360: Josh Malerman on Malorie, Returning to Bird Box World, and Carpenter’s Farm

August 10th, 2020

1:08:02
In this podcast Josh Malerman talks about Malorie, returning to the Bird Box world, Carpenter’s Farm, and much more.  About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of many books including Bird Box, Malorie, and A …

TIH 359: Josh Malerman on Spin A Black Yarn, Making It, and Film and TV Adaptations

August 4th, 2020

1:12:50
In this podcast Josh Malerman talks about Spin A Black Yarn, making it, film and TV adaptations, and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of many books including Bird Box, Malorie, and A House at …

TIH 358: Paul Tremblay on Writing Tips for Teachers, Great Editors, and Release Time Excitement

July 31st, 2020

1:17:41
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about writing tips for teachers, great editors, release time excitement, and much more. About Paul Tremblay Paul …

TIH 357: Paul Tremblay on Survivor Song, Pandemics, and Film Adaptations

July 28th, 2020

1:05:35
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about Survivor Song, pandemics, film adaptations, and much more. About Paul Tremblay Paul Tremblay has won the …

TIH 356: Todd Keisling on the Influence of Albert Camus, Hobbyist to Professional Writer Mindset, and Fan Connection in COVID-19 Climate

July 23rd, 2020

1:17:37
In this podcast Todd Keisling talks about the influence of Albert Camus, switching your mindset from hobbyist to professional writer, connecting with fans in the age of COVID-19, and much more. About Todd Keisling Todd …

TIH 355: Todd Keisling on Devil’s Creek, Growing up in South Eastern Kentucky, and Religion

July 20th, 2020

1:21:08
In this podcast Todd Keisling talks about Devil’s Creek, growing up in South Eastern Kentucky, religion, and much more. About Todd Keisling Todd Keisling is a writer and designer of the horrific and strange. He is an …

TIH 354: Danielle Trussoni on Fiction vs. Nonfiction, Writing Routine, and Horror Writing Tips

July 16th, 2020

1:00:38
In this podcast Danielle Trussoni talks about the differences between writing fiction and nonfiction, her writing routine, horror writing tips, and much more.  About Danielle Trussoni Danielle Anne Trussoni is a New …

TIH 353: Danielle Trussoni on The Ancestor, Exploring Tunnels in Vietnam, and Releasing a Book During Lockdown

July 8th, 2020

1:25:30
In this podcast Danielle Trussoni talks about her latest novel The Ancestor, exploring tunnels in Vietnam, releasing a book during lockdown, and much more. About Danielle Trussoni Danielle Anne Trussoni is a New York …

TIH 352: Lawrence Block on Dead Girl Blues, Film Adaptations, and Matthew Scudder

June 30th, 2020

1:29:26
In this podcast Lawrence Block talks about his latest novel Dead Girl Blues, film adaptations, Matthew Scudder, and much more.  About Lawrence Block Lawrence Block has been writing crime, mystery and suspense fiction …

TIH 351: Eric J. Guignard on Dark Moon Books, Reading Slush, and Growing as a Writer

June 24th, 2020

1:24:52
In this podcast Eric J. Guignard talks about Dark Moon Books, reading slush, growing as a writer, and much more. About Eric J. Guignard Eric J. …

TIH 350: Eric J. Guignard on Early Creations, Life After Life, and Lifetime Goals

June 18th, 2020

1:26:14
In this podcast Eric J. Guignard talks about his early creations and stories, life after life, lifetime goals, and much more. About Eric J. Guignard …

TIH 349: Lisa Quigley on Hell’s Bells, Ladies of the Fright, and Guilty Pleasures

June 9th, 2020

1:10:54
In this podcast Lisa Quigley talks about Hell’s Bells, Ladies of the Fright, guilty pleasures, and much more. About Lisa Quigley Lisa Quigley is the author of Hell’s Bells. She is a writer, mother, wife, and irreverent …

TIH 348: Lisa Quigley on Being A Witch, Spiritual Beliefs, and Rituals

June 4th, 2020

1:06:49
In this podcast Lisa Quigley talks about being a witch, spiritual beliefs, rituals, and much more. About Lisa Quigley Lisa Quigley is the author of Hell’s Bells. She is a writer, mother, wife, and irreverent witch …

TIH 347: Lisa Quigley on Early Life Lessons, Escaping a Cult, and Travelling Christian Bands

May 26th, 2020

1:09:44
In this podcast Lisa Quigley talks about early life lessons, escaping a cult, performing in a travelling Christian band, and much more. About Lisa …

TIH 346: The Girl in the Video Live Launch Event with Michael David Wilson, Bob Pastorella, Lisa Quigley, and Mackenzie Kiera

May 20th, 2020

1:57:41
In this podcast Michael David Wilson, Bob Pastorella, Lisa Quigley, and Mackenzie Kiera launch The Girl in the Video in a special live event with readings, conversation, and even book giveaways. Show notes Click the …

TIH 345: Richard Thomas on Storyville Studio, Early Life Lessons, and Story Structures

May 12th, 2020

1:47:19
In this podcast Richard Thomas talks about Storyville Studio, early life lessons, story structures, and much more. About Richard Thomas Richard Thomas is the award-winning author of seven books: three …

TIH 344: Richard Thomas on Teachers Presenting Themselves, Time Management, and Writing About The Occult

May 5th, 2020

1:19:42
In this podcast Richard Thomas talks about teachers presenting themselves, time management, writing about the occult, and much more. About Richard …

TIH 343: Michael David Wilson on The Girl in the Video, Horror Fiction in Japan, and Dealing with Self-Doubt

April 27th, 2020

2:00:03
In this podcast Michael David Wilson talks about the release of his debut novella, The Girl in the Video, horror fiction in Japan, dealing with self-doubt, and much more. About Michael David Wilson Michael David Wilson …

TIH 342: J.R. Park on Film Adaptations, Mad Dog, and Publisher Writer Balance

April 25th, 2020

1:21:46
In this podcast J.R. Park talks about film adaptations, Mad Dog, balancing duties between publishing and writing, and much more. About J.R. Park J R Park is a co-founder of the Sinister Horror Company. He is the author …

TIH 341: J.R. Park on 5 Years of the Sinister Horror Company, Conventions, and Health Issues

April 21st, 2020

1:37:52
In this podcast J.R. Park talks about five years of the Sinister Horror Company, conventions, health issues, and much more. Note: this was recorded before the COVID-19 so unfortunately  many of the conventions …

TIH 340: Sadie Hartmann ‘Mother Horror’ on Night Worms, Conventions, and Reviewing Books

April 13th, 2020

56:33
In this podcast Sadie Hartmann ‘Mother Horror’ talks about Night Worms, conventions, reviewing books, and much more. About Sadie Hartmann Sadie Hartmann is the co-owner of Night Worms, a Bookstagram influencer, and a …

TIH 339: Sadie Hartmann ‘Mother Horror’ on Bookstagram, Movie Triggers, and Social Media

April 6th, 2020

1:31:19
In this podcast Sadie Hartmann ‘Mother Horror’ talks about bookstagram, movie triggers, social media, and much more. About Sadie Hartmann Sadie Hartmann is the co-owner of Night Worms, a Bookstagram influencer, and a …

TIH 338: David James Keaton on Fruit Sauce, Bananas Are Like The Platypuses of Fruit, and Pizza Horror

March 30th, 2020

2:05:50
In this podcast David James Keaton talks about pizza horror, fruit sauce, why bananas are the platypuses of fruit, and much more. About David James …

TIH 337: Alan Baxter on The Roo, Kangaroos Terrorising Towns, and Things That Kill You in Australia

March 23rd, 2020

1:25:18
In this podcast Alan Baxter talks about The Roo, kangaroos terrorising towns, things that kill you in Australia, and much more. About Alan Baxter …

TIH 336: Alan Baxter on Served Cold, Profanity, and Short Story Collections

March 16th, 2020

1:25:58
In this podcast Alan Baxter talks about Served Cold, profanity, short story collections, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter is a …

TIH 335: Adam Nevill on The Reddening, Extreme Horror Influences, and Real Life Folk Horror

March 9th, 2020

1:26:28
In this podcast Adam Nevill talks about The Reddening, extreme horror, real life folk horror, and much more. About Adam Nevill Adam L.G. Nevill is …

TIH 334: Adam Nevill on Early Novels, Amazon, and The Publishing Industry

March 3rd, 2020

1:30:49
In this podcast Adam Nevill talks about his first ten novels, how Amazon may have saved horror, and the publishing industry. About Adam Nevill Adam L.G. Nevill is the author of the horror novels: Banquet for the Damned, …

TIH 333: Christopher Golden on Pre-release Nerves, Writing Routine, and Toughest Times in Career

February 28th, 2020

1:12:19
In this podcast Christopher Golden talks about pre-release nerves, his writing routine, the toughest times in his writing career, and much more. …

TIH 332: Christopher Golden on Of Saints and Shadows, Collaborative Writing, and Breaking Insomnia

February 24th, 2020

1:09:15
In this podcast Christopher Golden talks about Of Saints and Shadows, collaborative writing, breaking the insomnia cycle, and much more. About …

TIH 331: Kelly Dunn on Famous Monsters of Filmland, Professional Horror Writing, and Teaching Communications

February 21st, 2020

1:13:46
In this podcast Kelly Dunn talks about Famous Monsters of Filmland, professional horror writing, teaching communications, and much more. About Kelly Dunn Kelly Dunn is a freelance journalist, short-story writer, and …

TIH 330: Kelly Dunn on Frankenstein, What Makes A Poem Good, and Writing Horror and Dark Fiction

February 19th, 2020

1:06:55
In this podcast Kelly Dunn talks about Frankenstein, what makes a poem good, writing horror and dark fiction, and much more. About Kelly Dunn Kelly Dunn is a freelance journalist, short-story writer, and novelist. Her …

TIH 329: David Moody on Chokehold, The Bleed, and The Last Big Thing

February 14th, 2020

1:16:56
In this podcast David Moody talks about Chokehold, The Bleed, The Last Big Thing, and much more. About David Moody David Moody first self-published …

TIH 328: David Moody on Professional and Personal Changes, Running and Inspiration, and The Human Race Destroying Itself

February 11th, 2020

1:13:03
In this podcast David Moody talks about biggest professional and personal changes in the last three years, running and inspiration, the human race destroying itself, and much more. About David Moody David Moody first …

TIH 327: Laura Mauro on Sing Your Sadness Deep, Naming The Bones, and Living with Anxiety and OCD

February 7th, 2020

1:39:00
In this podcast Laura Mauro talks about Sing Your Sadness Deep, Naming The Bones, living with anxiety and OCD, and much more. About Laura Mauro Laura Mauro started writing short fiction in 2012 and hasn’t stopped since. …

TIH 326: Laura Mauro on Early Writing Experiences, Life Lessons, and Putting Yourself First

February 4th, 2020

1:10:29
In this podcast Laura Mauro talks about early writing experiences, life lessons, putting yourself first, and much more. About Laura Mauro Laura Mauro started writing short fiction in 2012 and hasn’t stopped since. Born …

TIH 325: Doug Murano and Michael Bailey on Miscreations, Creating Anthologies, and Targeted Advertising

January 31st, 2020

1:37:12
In this podcast Miscreations anthology special, Doug Murano and Michael Bailey talk about Miscreations, creating anthologies, targeted …

TIH 324: T.E. Grau on I Am The River, Operation Wandering Soul, and Future Projects

January 28th, 2020

1:18:41
In this podcast T.E. Grau talks about I Am The River, Operation Wandering Soul, future projects, and much more. About T.E. Grau T.E. Grau is a …

TIH 323: Jonathan Oliver on The Language of Beasts, Masters in Science Fiction, and Anthologies

January 24th, 2020

1:11:42
In this podcast Jonathan Oliver talks about early life lessons, publishing, reading genre fiction, and much more. About Jonathan Oliver Jonathan …

TIH 322: Jonathan Oliver on Early Life Lessons, Publishing, and Reading Genre Fiction

January 21st, 2020

1:07:58
In this podcast Jonathan Oliver talks about early life lessons, publishing, reading genre fiction, and much more. About Jonathan Oliver Jonathan …

TIH 321: Damien Angelica Walters on Advice for New Writers, Poetical Prose, and Foreshadowing

January 17th, 2020

1:16:50
In this podcast Damien Angelica Walters talks about The Dead Girls Club, Crooked Lane Books, Bookstagram and much more. About Damien Angelica Walters Damien Angelica Walters is the author of the supernatural thriller, …

TIH 320: Damien Angelica Walters on The Dead Girls Club, Crooked Lane Books, and Bookstagram

January 14th, 2020

1:11:37
In this podcast Damien Angelica Walters talks about The Dead Girls Club, Crooked Lane Books, Bookstagram and much more. About Damien Angelica Walters Damien Angelica Walters is the author of the supernatural thriller, …

TIH 319: Mary SanGiovanni on Cosmic Shenanigans, Becoming a Professional Writer, and Repetitive Imagery

January 10th, 2020

1:24:49
In this podcast Mary SanGiovanni talks about Cosmic Shenanigans, becoming a professional writer, repetitive imagery, and much more. About Mary SanGiovanni Mary SanGiovanni is an award-winning American horror and …

TIH 318: Mary SanGiovanni on Cosmic Horror, Life Lessons, and Human Kindness

January 6th, 2020

1:07:59
In this podcast Mary SanGiovanni talks about cosmic horror, life lessons, human kindness, and much more. About Mary SanGiovanni Mary SanGiovanni is an award-winning American horror and thriller writer of over a dozen …

TIH 317: Matthew M. Bartlett on Overcoming Struggles, Collaborative Writing, and Universal Monsters

December 31st, 2019

1:12:40
In this podcast Matthew M. Bartlett talks about overcoming struggles, collaborative writing, universal monsters, and much more. About Matthew M. …

TIH 316: Matthew M. Bartlett on WXXT Leeds, The Stay Awake Men, and Self Publishing

December 23rd, 2019

1:11:24
In this podcast Matthew M. Bartlett talks about WXXT Leeds, The Stay Awake Men, self-publishing, and much more. About Matthew M. Bartlett Matthew M. Bartlett is the author of Gateways to Abomination, Creeping Waves, The …

TIH 315: Daniel Braum on The Serpent’s Shadow, Clarion Writers’ Workshop, and Night Time Logic

December 18th, 2019

1:14:29
In this podcast Daniel Braum talks about The Serpent’s Shadow, Clarion Writers’ Workshop, Night Time Logic, and much more. About Daniel Braum Daniel Braum’s fiction has been classified as fantasy, science fiction, and …

TIH 314: Daniel Braum on Monster Movies, Frightening Encounters with Nature, and Consuming Horror

December 9th, 2019

1:03:53
In this podcast Daniel Braum talks about monster movies, frightening encounters with nature, consuming horror, and much more. About Daniel Braum Daniel Braum’s fiction has been classified as fantasy, science fiction, …

TIH 313: David Moody and Chad Lutzke on Self Publishing

December 3rd, 2019

2:55:24
In this podcast David Moody and Chad Lutzke talk about self-publishing. About David Moody David Moody first self-published Hater in 2006, and without an agent, succeeded in selling the film rights for the novel to Mark …

TIH 312: Scott Thomas on Kill Creek, Violet, and Inkshares

November 25th, 2019

1:11:35
In this podcast Scott Thomas talks about Kill Creek, Violet, Inkshares, and much more. About Scott Thomas Scott Thomas is the Stoker-nominated author …

TIH 311: Scott Thomas on First-Grade Stories, Horror and Humour, and Defining Art and Craft

November 20th, 2019

1:09:42
In this podcast we talk to Scott Thomas about first-grade stories, horror and humour, defining art and craft, and much more. About Scott Thomas Scott Thomas is the Stoker-nominated author of Kill Creek, which was …

TIH 310: Nicole Cushing on 500 Stories in 500 Nights, Horror Writing Class, and Fanaticism

November 13th, 2019

1:27:58
In this podcast we talk to Nicole Cushing about reading 500 stories in 500 nights, her Patreon horror writing class, fanaticism, and much more. About …

TIH 309: Nicole Cushing on A Sick Gray Laugh, The Half Freaks, and Witold Gombrowicz

November 5th, 2019

1:13:30
In this podcast we talk to Nicole Cushing about A Sick Gray Laugh, The Half Freaks, Witold Gombrowicz, and much more. About Nicole Cushing Nicole …

TIH 308: Danger Slater on Impossible James, He Digs A Hole, and Bizarro

October 29th, 2019

1:18:51
In this podcast we talk to Danger Slater about Impossible James, He Digs A Hole, bizarro, and much more. About Danger Slater Danger Slater is the …

TIH 307: Danger Slater on The Guinness Book of World Records, Kurt Vonnegut, and The World’s Most Flammable Writer

October 23rd, 2019

59:27
In this podcast we talk to Danger Slater about the Guinness Book of World Records, Kurt Vonnegut, being the world’s most flammable writer, and much more. About Danger Slater Danger Slater is the world’s most flammable …

TIH 306: Josh Malerman on Post Bird Box Success, Life Stages, and Horror Trends

October 17th, 2019

1:09:14
In this podcast we talk to Josh Malerman about post Bird Box Success, life stages, horror trends, and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of Bird Box and A House at the Bottom of a Lake and the …

TIH 305: Josh Malerman on Malorie: A Bird Box Novel, Writing Movies and Adaptations, and Selling Rough Drafts

October 15th, 2019

1:00:00
In this podcast Josh Malerman talks about Malorie: A Bird Box Movie, writing movies and adaptations, selling rough drafts, and much more. About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of Bird Box and A House at the …

TIH 304: Nik Korpon on Wear Your Home Like A Scar, Old Ghosts, and Working in a Tattoo Shop

October 11th, 2019

1:09:02
In this podcast Nik Korpon talks about Wear Your Home Like A Scar, Old Ghosts, working in a tattoo shop, and much more. About Nik Korpon Nik Korpon …

TIH 303: Nik Korpon on Genre Hopping, Literary Agents, and 500 Rejections

October 7th, 2019

1:12:35
In this podcast Nik Korpon talks about genre hopping, literary agents, 500 rejections, and much more. About Nik Korpon Nik Korpon is the author of …

TIH 302: Joseph D’Lacey on Phasmid, Wim Hof Breathing Method and Meditation, and MEAT

October 1st, 2019

1:17:40
In this podcast Joseph D’Lacey talks about Phasmid, Wim Hof Breathing Method and Meditation, MEAT, and much more. About Joseph D’Lacey Joseph D’Lacey writes horror, SF & fantasy, often with environmental themes, and …

TIH 301: Joseph D’Lacey on Self Publishing, Presentness, and Turning Fifty

September 24th, 2019

1:14:29
In this podcast Joseph D’Lacey talks about self publishing, presentness, turning fifty, and much more. About Joseph D’Lacey Joseph D’Lacey writes horror, SF & fantasy, often with environmental themes, and is best …

TIH 300: Adam Nevill, Joe R. Lansdale, Josh Malerman, Alma Katsu, Damien Angelica Walters, Stephen Graham Jones, Jon Padgett, and Kathe Koja

September 16th, 2019

4:14:36
In this podcast we chat with Adam Nevill about self-publishing, Joe R. Lansdale about genre-hopping, Josh Malerman about the impact of Bird Box‘s film adaptation, Alma Katsu on historical research, Damien Angelica …

TIH 299: This Is Horror Origins, Podcasting, and Why We Love Horror with Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella

September 12th, 2019

1:42:30
In this podcast Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella are interviewed by Kelly Dunn of Famous Monsters of Film Land fame. We talk about the origins of This Is Horror, podcasting, why we love horror, and much more. …

TIH 298: Chad Lutzke on Of Foster Homes and Flies, The Neon Owl, and Collaborating

September 10th, 2019

1:34:46
In this podcast Chad Lutzke talks about Of Foster Homes and Flies, The Neon Owl, collaborating, and much more. About Chad Lutzke Chad lives in Battle …

TIH 297: Chad Lutzke on Writing Seriously, First Story Sale, and Punk and Metal Music

September 4th, 2019

1:25:23
In this podcast Chad Lutzke talks about writing seriously, his first story sale, punk and metal music, and much more. About Chad Lutzke Chad lives in Battle Creek, MI. with his wife and children. For over two decades, …

TIH 296: Brian Keene on The Horror Show Podcast, Retiring, and Leaving Facebook

August 26th, 2019

1:28:32
In this podcast Brian Keene talks about The Horror Show podcast, retiring, leaving Facebook, and much more. About Brian Keene Brian Keene writes novels, comic books, short fiction, and occasional journalism for money. …

TIH 295: Brian Keene on Writing For Market, Public vs. Private Persona, and Last Year’s Burn Accident

August 19th, 2019

1:18:19
In this podcast Brian Keene talks about writing for market, public vs. private persona, last year’s burn accident, and much more. About Brian Keene Brian Keene writes novels, comic books, short fiction, and occasional …

TIH 294: Gemma Files on Spectral Evidence, Mortality, and Structuring Short Story Collections

August 12th, 2019

1:28:04
In this podcast Gemma Files talks about Spectral Evidence, mortality, structuring short story collections, and much more. About Gemma Files Born …

TIH 293: Gemma Files on Professional and Personal Changes, Found Footage, and LitReactor

August 5th, 2019

1:17:08
In this podcast Gemma Files talks about professional and personal changes, found footage, LitReactor, and much more. About Gemma Files Born April 4, 1968, in London, England, Gemma Files is the child of two actors (Elva …

TIH 292: Kealan Patrick Burke on We Live Inside Your Eyes, Creating Cover Art, and Whether to Abandon a Story

August 1st, 2019

1:00:15
In this podcast Kealan Patrick Burke talks about We Live Inside Your Eyes, creating cover art, whether to abandon a story, and much more. About Kealan Patrick Burke Kealan Patrick Burke’s works include the novels Kin, …

TIH 291: Kealan Patrick Burke on Self vs. Traditional Publishing, Life Lessons, and Stories

July 29th, 2019

1:24:08
In this podcast Kealan Patrick Burke talks about self vs. traditional publishing, life lessons, stories, and much more. About Kealan Patrick Burke …

TIH 290: Paul Tremblay on Creating Emotional Impact, Drafting Novels, and Humour

July 24th, 2019

1:07:31
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about creating emotional impact, drafting novels, humour,  and much more. About Paul Tremblay Paul Tremblay is …

TIH 289: Paul Tremblay on Growing Things, Short Story Writing, and Short vs. Long Stories

July 17th, 2019

1:09:42
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about Growing Things, short story writing, short vs. long stories, and much more. About Paul Tremblay Paul …

TIH 288: John F.D. Taff on The Fearing, Pitching Projects to Publishers, and LitReactor Course Creation

July 11th, 2019

1:25:37
In this podcast John F.D. Taff talks about The Fearing, pitching projects to publishers, LitReactor course creation, and much more. About John F.D. Taff John F.D. Taff is a Bram Stoker Award-Nominated author with more …

TIH 287: John F.D. Taff on His Childhood Haunted House, Ghost Stories, and The Supernatural

July 8th, 2019

1:15:18
In this podcast John F.D. Taff talks about his childhood haunted house, ghost stories, the supernatural, and much more. About John F.D. Taff John F.D. Taff is a Bram Stoker Award-Nominated author with more than 30 years …

TIH 286: Doug Murano on Anthologies, Fair Pay, and Co-Editing

July 2nd, 2019

1:01:34
In this podcast Doug Murano talks about anthologies, fair pay, co-editing, and much more. About Doug Murano Doug Murano lives somewhere between Mount …

TIH 285: Doug Murano on Empathy First, Getting Rid of Smartphone, and Doing Less, Living More

June 26th, 2019

1:01:01
In this podcast Doug Murano talks about putting empathy first, getting rid of his smartphone, doing less and living more, and much more. About Doug Murano Doug Murano lives somewhere between Mount Rushmore and the …

TIH 284: Lauren Beukes on Crime and Horror Fiction, South Africa, and Creative Writing MA

June 21st, 2019

1:07:52
In this podcast Lauren Beukes talks about crime and horror fiction, South Africa, her Creative Writing MA, and much more. About Lauren Beukes Lauren Beukes is a novelist, TV scriptwriter, documentary maker, comics …

TIH 283: Brian Asman on I’m Not Even Supposed To Be Here Today, Kevin Smith, and Bizarro

June 18th, 2019

1:38:39
In this podcast Brian Asman talks about I’m Not Even Supposed To Be Here Today, Kevin Smith, bizarro, and much more. Brian Asman Brian Asman is the author of I’m Not Even Supposed To Be Here Today published via …

TIH 282: Brian Asman on Supernatural Experiences, Life Lessons, and Getting Banned from the Bar

June 12th, 2019

1:01:53
In this podcast Brian Asman talks about supernatural experiences, life lessons, getting banned from the bar, and much more. Brian Asman Brian Asman is the author of I’m Not Even Supposed To Be Here Today published via …

TIH 281: Robert S. Wilson on Weird Fiction, Charitable Chapbooks, and Caribbean Cabal

June 7th, 2019

1:12:04
In this podcast Robert S. Wilson talks about weird fiction, charitable chapbooks, the Caribbean Cabal, and much more. Robert S. Wilson Robert S. Wilson is the author of The Quiet, the Empire of Blood dystopian vampire …

TIH 280: Robert S. Wilson on Charitable Anthologies, Navigating Childhood Trauma, and Trigger Warnings

June 3rd, 2019

1:10:11
In this podcast Robert S. Wilson talks about charitable anthologies, navigating childhood trauma, trigger warnings, and much more. Trigger warning! …

TIH 279: M.R. Carey on The Girl with All the Gifts, Someone Like Me, and Writing Comics

May 30th, 2019

1:13:38
In this podcast M.R. Carey talks about The Girl with All the Gifts, Someone Like Me, writing comics, and much more. M.R. Carey M. R. Carey has been making up stories for most of his life. His novel The Girl With All the …

TIH 278: Brian Kirk on Will Haunt You, Momo, and Strange Experiences

May 27th, 2019

1:18:47
In this podcast Brian Kirk talks about Will Haunt You, Momo, strange experiences, and much more. Brian Kirk Brian Kirk is an author of dark thrillers …

TIH 277: Brian Kirk on We Are Monsters, Psychedelics, and Coping With Anxiety

May 21st, 2019

1:16:30
In this podcast Brian Kirk talks about We Are Monsters, psychedelics, coping with anxiety, and much more. Brian Kirk Brian Kirk is an author of dark …

TIH 276: Caitlin Starling on First Round Edits, Sci-Fi Horror, and A Human Project

May 13th, 2019

1:19:44
In this podcast Caitlin Starling talks about first round edits, sci-fi horror, A Human Project, and much more. Caitlin Starling Caitlin Starling is a …

TIH 275: Caitlin Starling on The Luminous Dead, Early Life Lessons, and Forthcoming Projects

May 8th, 2019

1:09:57
In this podcast Caitlin Starling talks about The Luminous Dead, early life lessons, forthcoming projects, and much more. Caitlin Starling Caitlin …

TIH 274: Elizabeth Hand on Secret Knowledge, Wylding Hall, and PS Publishing

May 3rd, 2019

1:31:54
In this podcast Elizabeth Hand talks about secret knowledge, Wylding Hall, PS Publishing, and much more. Elizabeth Hand A New York Times notable and …

TIH 273: Elizabeth Hand on Creative Writing, Life Lessons, and the Seventies Punk Scene

April 26th, 2019

1:10:38
In this podcast Elizabeth Hand talks about creative writing, life lessons, the seventies punk scene, and much more. Elizabeth Hand A New York Times …

TIH 272: [Interlude] Health Update, This Is Horror Awards, and Story News with Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella

April 23rd, 2019

1:20:55
In this podcast Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella sit down for an interlude episode. Michael explains a little bit about his recent hospital visits, before we jump into the This Is Horror Awards, story news, and …

TIH 271: Eddie Generous on Unnerving Magazine, Radio Run, and Podcasting

April 15th, 2019

1:26:14
In this podcast Eddie Generous talks about Unnerving Magazine, Radio Run, podcasting, and much more. Eddie Generous Eddie Generous is the author of Radio Run (novel, Severed Press 2018), Dead is Dead, but Not Always …

TIH 270: Eddie Generous on First Experiences Writing, Dropping Out, and Studying Journalism

April 9th, 2019

1:22:28
In this podcast Eddie Generous talks about his first experiences writing, dropping out of school, studying journalism, and much more. Eddie Generous …

TIH 269: Gabino Iglesias on Coyote Songs, Religion, and Funny Editorial Conversations

April 3rd, 2019

1:23:59
In this podcast Gabino Iglesias talks about Coyote Songs, religion, funny editorial conversations, and much more. Gabino Iglesias Gabino Iglesias is a writer, editor, journalist, and book reviewer living in Austin, …

TIH 268: Gabino Iglesias on Puerto Rico, Personal Training, and Writing Stories

March 29th, 2019

1:16:08
In this podcast Gabino talks about Puerto Rico, personal training, writing stories, and much more. Gabino Iglesias Gabino Iglesias is a writer, editor, journalist, and book reviewer living in Austin, Texas. He is the …

TIH 267: Ray Cluley on Early Life Lessons, Radio Plays, and Biggest Creative Struggles

March 25th, 2019

1:19:48
In this podcast Ray Cluley talks about early life lessons, radio plays, biggest creative struggles, and much more. Stick around for the Water For …

TIH 266: Ray Cluley on Water For Drowning, Audiobooks, and Movie Sharks

March 19th, 2019

1:08:34
In this podcast Ray Cluley talks about Water For Drowning, audiobooks, movie sharks, and much more. About Ray Cluley Ray Cluley is a British Fantasy …

TIH 265: Sarah Langan on The Keeper, Audrey’s Door, and Creativity

March 13th, 2019

1:52:50
In this podcast Sarah Langan talks about The Keeper, Audrey’s Door, creativity, and much more. About Sarah Langan Sarah Langan is an American horror author and three-time Bram Stoker Award winner. Langan was also one of …

TIH 264: Max Booth III on Carnivorous Lunar Activities, Horseplay, and Werewolves

March 5th, 2019

2:41:05
In this podcast Max Booth III talks about Carnivorous Lunar Activities, horseplay, werewolves, and much more. About Max Booth III Raised in Northern …

TIH 263: Adam Howe on Wrestle Maniacs, Scapegoat, and Collaborative Writing

March 1st, 2019

1:11:18
In this podcast Adam Howe talks about Wrestle Maniacs, Scapegoat, collaborative writing, and much more. About Adam Howe Adam Howe writes the twisted …

TIH 262: Adam Howe on Stephen King’s On Writing, Screenwriting, and Alcoholism

February 25th, 2019

1:01:49
In this podcast Adam Howe talks about Stephen King’s On Writing, screenwriting, alcoholism, and much more. About Adam Howe Adam Howe writes the …

TIH 261: Steve Rasnic Tem on Figures Unseen, the Art and Practice of Writing, and The Man on the Ceiling

February 19th, 2019

1:10:20
In this podcast Steve Rasnic Tem talks about Figures Unseen, the art and practice of writing, The Man on the Ceiling, and much more. About Steve …

TIH 260: Steve Rasnic Tem on Secret Realities, City Fishing, and Early Life Lessons

February 15th, 2019

1:06:01
In this podcast Steve Rasnic Tem talks about secret realities, ‘City Fishing’, early life lessons, and much more. About Steve Rasnic Tem Steve Rasnic …

TIH 259: Ramsey Campbell on Creatures of the Pool, The Grin of the Dark, and Demons by Daylight

February 11th, 2019

1:05:06
In this podcast Ramsey Campbell talks about Creatures of the Pool, The Grin of the Dark, Demons by Daylight, and much more. About Ramsey Campbell The …

TIH 258: Anya Martin on Sleeping with the Monster, Weird Fiction, and Lethe Press

February 5th, 2019

1:05:28
In this podcast Anya Martin talks about Sleeping with the Monster, weird fiction, Lethe Press, and much more. About Anya Martin Anya Martin is a fiction writer based in Atlanta. Sleeping with the Monster, her debut …

TIH 257: Anya Martin on A Stuffed Bunny in Doll-Land, Lessons Growing Up, and First Experiences with Horror

February 1st, 2019

1:28:00
In this podcast Anya Martin talks about A Stuffed Bunny in Doll-Land, lessons growing up, first experiences with horror, and much more. About Anya …

TIH 256: Charlaine Harris on Sookie Stackhouse and True Blood, Sex Scenes, and Midnight Texas

January 28th, 2019

1:07:45
In this podcast Charlaine Harris talks about Sookie Stackhouse and True Blood, sex scenes, Midnight Texas, and much more. About Charlaine Harris Charlaine Harris is an American New York Times bestselling author who has …

TIH 255: Joe Mynhardt on Crystal Lake 2.0, Starting a Small Press, and Novellas

January 22nd, 2019

1:12:28
In this podcast Joe Mynhardt talks about Crystal Lake 2.0, starting a small press, novellas, and much more. About Joe Mynhardt Joe Mynhardt is a South African horror writer and the owner and operator of Crystal Lake …

TIH 254: Joe Mynhardt on South Africa, Running Crystal Lake Publishing, and Crowdfunding

January 18th, 2019

1:12:45
In this podcast Joe Mynhardt talks about South Africa, running Crystal Lake Publishing, crowdfunding, and much more. About Joe Mynhardt Joe Mynhardt is a South African horror writer and the owner and operator of Crystal …

TIH 253: Gwendolyn Kiste on The Rust Maidens, Second-Person Point of View, and New Year Goals

January 14th, 2019

1:51:36
In this podcast Gwendolyn Kiste talks about The Rust Maidens, second-person point of view, new year goals, and much more. About Gwendolyn Kiste …

TIH 252: Gwendolyn Kiste on Identity Issues, The Abandoned Horse Farm, and The Supernatural

January 8th, 2019

1:13:35
In this podcast Gwendolyn Kiste talks about identity issues, the abandoned horse farm, the supernatural, and much more. About Gwendolyn Kiste …

TIH 251: Grady Hendrix on Heavy Metal, Christmas Stories and Movies, and Supernatural Experiences

December 24th, 2018

1:48:48
In this podcast Grady Hendrix talks about heavy metal, Christmas stories and movies, supernatural experiences, and much more. About Grady Hendrix Grady Hendrix is a novelist and screenwriter based in New York City. His …

TIH 250: Richard Chizmar on Cemetery Dance, Writing Gwendy’s Button Box with Stephen King, and Widow’s Point

December 21st, 2018

1:35:12
In this podcast Richard Chizmar talks about Cemetery Dance, writing Gwendy’s Button Box with Stephen King, Widow’s Point, and much more. About Richard Chizmar Richard Chizmar is a New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street …

TIH 249: Stephen Kozeniewski on George A. Romero, Killercon’s Gross Out, and Billy And The Cloneasaurus

December 18th, 2018

1:23:31
In this podcast Stephen Kozeniewski talks about George A. Romero, Killercon’s gross out contest, Billy and the Cloneasaurus, and much more. About Stephen Kozeniewski Stephen Kozeniewski lives in Pennsylvania, the …

TIH 248: Stephen Kozeniewski on Lessons from the Army, Getting Published, and Silverwood: The Door

December 14th, 2018

1:11:12
In this podcast Stephen Kozeniewski talks about lessons from the army, getting published, Silverwood: The Door, and much more. About Stephen Kozeniewski Stephen Kozeniewski lives in Pennsylvania, the birthplace of the …

TIH 247: Alan Baxter on Horror as a Dirty Word, The Master of Dark Fantasy, and the Supernatural

December 11th, 2018

1:28:08
In this podcast Alan Baxter talks about horror as a dirty word, being the master of dark fantasy, the supernatural, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter is an author of supernatural thrillers and urban horror. …

TIH 246: Alan Baxter on Devouring Dark, the Worst Flight Ever, and Releasing Four Books in One Year

December 7th, 2018

1:20:19
In this podcast Alan Baxter talks about Devouring Dark, the worst flight ever, releasing books four in one year, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter is an author of supernatural thrillers and urban horror. …

TIH 245: Ramsey Campbell on Life Lessons Growing Up, August Derleth, and Liverpool

December 3rd, 2018

1:27:59
In this podcast Ramsey Campbell talks about life lessons growing up, August Derleth, Liverpool, and much more. About Ramsey Campbell The Oxford …

TIH 244: John F.D. Taff on Little Black Spots, Supernatural Fiction, and Personal Philosophies

November 26th, 2018

56:53
In this podcast John F.D. Taff talks about Little Black Spots, supernatural fiction, personal philosophies, and much more. About John F.D. Taff John F.D. Taff is a Bram Stoker Award-Nominated author with more than 30 …

TIH 243: John F.D. Taff on Short vs Long Fiction, The Bell Witch, and Blending Fact with Fiction

November 20th, 2018

57:32
In this podcast John F.D. Taff talks abo short vs. long fiction, The Bell Witch, blending fact with fiction, and much more. About John F.D. Taff John F.D. Taff is a Bram Stoker Award-Nominated author with more than 30 …

TIH 242: John F.D. Taff on Creating Your Own Opportunities, The Haunting of Hill House, and Living in a Golden Age of Horror

November 16th, 2018

1:19:27
In this podcast John F.D. Taff talks about creating your own opportunities, The Haunting of Hill House, living in a golden age of horror, and much …

TIH 241: Grady Hendrix on Writing With Restrictions, Reading Six Books Daily, and My Best Friend’s Exorcism

November 12th, 2018

1:28:11
In this podcast Grady Hendrix talks about writing with restrictions, reading six books daily, My Best Friend’s Exorcism, and much more. About Grady Hendrix Grady Hendrix is a novelist and screenwriter based in New York …

TIH 240: Preston Fassel on Our Lady of the Inferno, Fangoria, and Working in a Police Department Evidence Room

November 5th, 2018

1:32:56
In this podcast Preston Fassel talks about Our Lady of the Inferno, Fangoria, working in a police department evidence room, and much more. About …

[Preview] SU 006: Not From Around Here by David J. Schow

November 2nd, 2018

1:05:31
In this podcast we preview episode six of Story Unboxed: The Horror Podcast on the Craft of Writing in which we unbox and analyse Not From Around …

TIH 239: Halloween Interlude Horror Film and Book Recommendations with Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella

October 30th, 2018

1:33:49
In this special Halloween episode, Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella recommend horror films and books. This Is Horror Podcast patrons at $10 can also check out the videocast. Show notes [06:00] Hereditary [17:30] …

TIH 238: Alma Katsu on The Hunger, The Donner Party, and Writing as Escapism

October 26th, 2018

1:37:56
In this podcast Alma Katsu talks about The Hunger, the Donner Party, writing as escapism, and much more. About Alma Katsu Alma Katsu is the author of The Hunger, a reimagining of the story of the Donner Party with a …

TIH 237: J.R. Park and Tracy Fahey on Anthologies, Story Obstacles, and Collaborations

October 23rd, 2018

1:13:28
In this podcast Justin Park and Tracy Fahey talk about anthologies, story obstacles, collaborations, and much more. About J.R. Park J. R. Park is a …

TIH 236: J.R. Park and Tracy Fahey on The Black Room Manuscripts, Irish Folklore, and Real Life Horror

October 19th, 2018

1:21:52
In this podcast Justin Park and Tracy Fahey talk about The Black Room Manuscripts, Irish folklore, real-life horror, and much more. About J.R. Park …

[Preview] SU 010 The Lottery by Shirley Jackson (with Ladies of the Fright, Lisa Quigley and Mackenzie Kiera)

October 16th, 2018

1:10:00
In this podcast we preview episode ten of Story Unboxed: The Horror Podcast on the Craft of Writing in which we unbox and analyse The Lottery by Shirley Jackson, with special guests Ladies of the Fright, Lisa Quigley …

TIH 235: Simon Strantzas on The Horror Market, Mentors, and Growing as a Writer

October 12th, 2018

1:08:59
In this podcast Simon Strantzas talks about the horror market, mentors, growing as a writer, and much more. About Simon Strantzas Simon Strantzas is the author of Nothing is Everything (Undertow Publications, …

TIH 234: Simon Strantzas on Nothing is Everything, Short Story Collections, and Abhorrent Artists

October 9th, 2018

57:36
In this podcast Simon Strantzas talks about Nothing is Everything, short story collections, abhorrent artists, and much more. About Simon Strantzas …

TIH 233: Max Booth III and Lori Michelle on Fangoria, Pizza Horror, and Clowns

October 5th, 2018

1:20:55
In this podcast Max Booth III and Lori Michelle talk about Fangoria, pizza horror, clowns, and much more. About Max Booth III and Lori Michelle Max Booth III is the Editor-in-Chief of Perpetual Motion Machine, the …

TIH 232: Max Booth III and Lori Michelle on Dark Moon Digest, Upcoming Perpetual Motion Machine Publishing Releases, and Trigger Warnings

October 2nd, 2018

1:20:26
In this podcast Max Booth III and Lori Michelle talk about Dark Moon Digest, upcoming Perpetual Motion Machine Publishing releases, trigger warnings, and much more. About Max Booth III and Lori Michelle Max Booth III is …

TIH 231: Max Booth III and Lori Michelle on Lost Films, Faces of Death, and Bizarre Films

September 27th, 2018

1:08:21
In this podcast Max Booth III and Lori Michelle talk about Lost Films, Faces of Death, bizarre films, and much more. About Max Booth III and Lori Michelle Max Booth III is the Editor-in-Chief of Perpetual Motion …

[Preview] SU 005: Raw (2016)

September 24th, 2018

1:07:40
In this podcast we preview episode five of Story Unboxed in which we dissect Julia Ducournau’s Raw (2016). Listen to the full Story Unboxed Podcast …

TIH 230: Peng Shepherd on The Book of M, Identity and Culture, and Lessons from her Creative Writing MFA

September 21st, 2018

1:09:58
In this podcast Peng Shepherd talks about The Book of M, identity and culture, lessons learnt from her Creative Writing MFA, and much more. About …

[Preview] SU 004: Day of the Dead (1985)

September 17th, 2018

1:04:09
In this podcast we preview episode four of Story Unboxed in which we dissect Day of the Dead (1985). Listen to the full Story Unboxed Podcast on Day …

TIH 229: Jonathan Janz on It’s Good Because … , Diversity and Privilege, and Putting Love First

September 14th, 2018

1:28:29
In this podcast Jonathan talks about ‘it’s good because …’, diversity and privilege, putting love first, and much more. About Jonathan Janz Jonathan Janz is the author of more than a dozen novels and numerous short …

TIH 228: Jonathan Janz on Overcoming Fear, Being Your Authentic Self, and The Siren and the Specter

September 10th, 2018

1:16:15
In this podcast Jonathan Janz talks about overcoming fear, being your authentic self, The Siren and the Specter, and much more. About Jonathan Janz Jonathan Janz is the author of more than a dozen novels and numerous …

[Preview] SU 003: The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman (1892)

September 7th, 2018

1:33:11
In this podcast we preview the third episode of Story Unboxed: The Horror Podcast on the Craft of Writing on The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins Gilman. After we talk about getting removed by Apple Podcasts and …

TIH 227: Jonathan Janz on Gravitating Towards Do, Dealing with Rejection, and Permission To Suck

September 4th, 2018

1:11:05
In this podcast Jonathan Janz talks about gravitating towards do, dealing with rejection, permission to suck, and much more. About Jonathan Janz Jonathan Janz is the author of more than a dozen novels and numerous short …

TIH 226: Kurt Fawver on The Dissolution of Small Worlds, Thomas Ligotti’s Work as Conspiracy, and Special Collections

August 30th, 2018

1:19:16
In this podcast Kurt Fawver talks about The Dissolution of Small Worlds, Thomas Ligotti’s work as conspiracy, Special Collections, and much more. …

TIH 225: Kurt Fawver on The Known vs. The Unknown, Cultural Anxieties, and The Paranormal

August 27th, 2018

1:08:59
In this podcast Kurt Fawver talks about the known vs the unknown, cultural anxiety, the paranormal, and much more. About Kurt Fawver A Shirley …

TIH 224: Joshua Chaplinsky on LitReactor, Chuck Palahniuk, and Juicy Hollywood Rumours

August 24th, 2018

1:10:49
In this podcast Joshua Chaplinsky talks about LitReactor, Chuck Palahniuk, juicy Hollywood rumours, and much more. About Joshua Chaplinsky Joshua …

TIH 223: Joshua Chaplinsky on Kanye West Reanimator, H.P. Lovecraft, and Lessons from Writing Screenplays

August 21st, 2018

1:08:39
In this podcast Joshua Chaplinsky talks about Kanye West Reanimator, H.P. Lovecraft, lessons from writing screenplays, and much more. About Joshua Chaplinsky Joshua Chaplinsky is the Managing Editor of LitReactor.com. …

TIH 222: Tade Thompson on The Murders of Molly Southbourne, Rosewater, and Nigeria

August 16th, 2018

1:38:52
In this podcast Tade Thompson talks about The Murders of Molly Southbourne, Rosewater, Nigeria, and much more. About Tade Thompson Tade Thompson is …

TIH 221: Tade Thompson on Growing Up in South London, Editors, and Writing Lessons from Martial Arts

August 13th, 2018

1:21:51
In this podcast Tade Thompson talks about growing up in South London, editors, writing lessons learnt from martial arts, and much more. About Tade Thompson Tade Thompson is the author of the sci-fi novel Rosewater, a …

TIH 220: Patrick Lacey on We Came Back, Collaborations, and Worst Writing Advice

August 6th, 2018

1:00:36
In this podcast Patrick Lacey talks about We Came Back, collaborations, worst writing advice, and much more. About Patrick Lacey Writer of Bone Saw, …

TIH 219: Patrick Lacey on Growing Up in a Haunted House, Bone Saw, and Sleep Paralysis

July 30th, 2018

1:10:55
In this podcast Patrick Lacey talks about  growing up in a haunted house, Bone Saw, sleep paralysis, and much more. About Patrick Lacey Writer of …

TIH 218: Craig Davidson on Pseudonyms: Craig Davidson vs. Nick Cutter, The Saturday Night Ghost Club, and Writing Supernatural and Human Villains

July 26th, 2018

1:16:33
In this podcast Craig Davidson talks about pseudonyms: Craig Davidson vs. Nick Cutter, The Saturday Night Ghost Club, writing supernatural and human villains, and much more. About Craig Davidson Craig Davidson is a …

TIH 217: Craig Davidson on Nick Cutter, Mid-Career Writers, and Creative Burnout

July 23rd, 2018

59:41
In this podcast Craig Davidson talks about Nick Cutter, mid-career writers, creative burnout, and much more. About Craig Davidson Craig Davidson is a Canadian author of short stories and novels, who has published work …

TIH 216: C.V. Hunt on Ritualistic Human Sacrifice, Cockblock, and Grindhouse Press

July 19th, 2018

1:26:15
In this podcast C.V. Hunt talks about Ritualistic Human Sacrifice, Cockblock, Grindhouse Press, and much more. About C.V. Hunt C.V. Hunt lives in …

TIH 215: C.V. Hunt on The Sociopath Next Door, Bentley Little, and Deciding to Write

July 17th, 2018

1:05:05
In this podcast C.V. Hunt talks about the sociopath next door, Bentley Little, deciding to write, and much more. About C.V. Hunt C.V. Hunt lives in …

TIH 214: Paul Tremblay on Shirley Jackson, Supernatural Turn-Offs, and Ambiguity in Horror Fiction

July 12th, 2018

1:07:57
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about Shirley Jackson, supernatural turn-offs, ambiguity in horror fiction, and much more. About Paul Tremblay …

TIH 213: Paul Tremblay on The Cabin at the End of the World, Home Invasion Movies, and Anxiety in Horror

July 10th, 2018

1:13:26
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about The Cabin at the End of the World, Home Invasion Movies, Anxiety in Horror, and much more. About Paul …

TIH 212: Michael Griffin on The Human Alchemy, The Lure of Devouring Light, and the Revision Process

July 4th, 2018

1:31:45
In this podcast Michael Griffin talks about The Human Alchemy, The Lure of Devouring Light, the revision process, and much more. About Michael Griffin Michael Griffin has released a novel, Hieroglyphs of Blood and Bone …

TIH 211: Michael Griffin on Compiling Short Story Collections, Writing and Music, and Writing Advice Ignored

June 25th, 2018

1:08:43
In this podcast Michael Griffin talks about Compiling Short Story Collections, Writing and Music, Writing Advice Ignored, and much more. About …

TIHR 001: Jennifer Lynch on Chained, Vincent D’Onofrio, and Broken Humans

June 21st, 2018

39:31
In this remastered and re-edited This Is Horror Podcast conversation Jennifer Lynch talks about Chained, Vincent D’Onofrio, broken humans, and much more. The original podcast aired on 4 February 2013. About Jennifer …

TIH 210: Paul Michael Anderson on Bones are Made to be Broken, Harlan Ellison, and Short Story Notes

June 18th, 2018

1:05:16
In this podcast Paul Michael Anderson talks about Bones are Made to be Broken, Harlan Ellison, Short Story Notes, and much more. About Paul Michael …

TIH 209: Paul Michael Anderson on Redrafting, Submitting Stories, and Writing Without Rules

June 12th, 2018

1:27:20
In this podcast Paul Michael Anderson talks about Redrafting, Submitting Stories, Writing Without Rules, and much more. About Paul Michael Anderson …

TIH 208: Laird Barron on Crafting Sentences, Alibi Construction and Evidence Disposal, and Supernatural Short Stories

June 4th, 2018

1:15:42
In this podcast Laird Barron talks about Crafting Sentences, Alibi Construction and Evidence Disposal, Supernatural Short Stories, and much more. About Laird Barron Laird Barron, an ex-pat Alaskan, is the author of …

TIH 207: Laird Barron on Blood Standard, Crime Fiction, and Toning Down The Weird

May 28th, 2018

1:33:26
In this podcast Laird Barron talks about Blood Standard, Crime Fiction, Toning Down The Weird, and much more. About Laird Barron Laird Barron, an ex-pat Alaskan, is the author of several books, including The Imago …

TIH 206: Michelle Garza on Serial Box with Brian Keene, Collaborations, and Writing Heavy Metal Lyrics

May 21st, 2018

1:12:11
In this podcast Michelle Garza talks about Serial Box with Brian Keene, collaborations, writing heavy metal lyrics, and much more. About Michelle …

TIH 205: Michelle Garza on Collaborative Writing, Kingdom of Teeth, and Writing Realistic Violence

May 16th, 2018

1:10:50
In this podcast Michelle Garza talks about collaborative writing, Kingdom of Teeth, writing realistic violence  and much more. About Michelle …

TIH 204: Mike Davis on Daily Routine, Writing, and Belief and Evidence

May 7th, 2018

1:22:24
In this podcast Mike Davis talks about daily routine, wriitng, belief and evidence, and much more. About Mike Davis Mike Davis is a Dad, husband, editor, publisher, podcaster, and reader. He is the chief cook and bottle …

TIH 203: Mike Davis on The Lovecraft eZine, Living with Fibromyalgia, and Patreon

April 30th, 2018

1:06:12
In this podcast Mike Davis talks about The Lovecraft eZine, Living with Fibromyalgia, Patreon, and much more. About Mike Davis Mike Davis is a Dad, husband, editor, publisher, podcaster, and reader. He is the chief cook …

TIH 202: Kristi DeMeester on Julia Cameron’s Morning Pages, Success vs. Anxiety, and Diversity

April 23rd, 2018

1:04:43
In this podcast Kristi DeMeester talks about Julia Cameron’s Morning Pages, Success vs. Anxiety, Diversity, and much more. About Kristi DeMeester …

TIH 201: Kristi DeMeester on Growing Up, Important Life Lessons, and MFAs

April 16th, 2018

1:24:53
In this podcast Kristi DeMeester talks about growing up in a fundamentalist religious household, important life lessons growing up, and MFAs. About …

TIH 200: Celebrating 5 Years and 200 Episodes of the This Is Horror Podcast with Michael David Wilson, Bob Pastorella, and Dan Howarth

April 10th, 2018

2:42:03
In this podcast Michael David Wilson, Bob Pastorella, and Dan Howarth celebrate five years and 200 episodes of the This Is Horror Podcast. Show notes [02:40] Israel Finn message [10:00] Episode one with Jennifer Lynch …

TIH 199: Josh Finney on Casefile Arkham, Dark Life Lessons, and Graphic Novel Writing

April 5th, 2018

2:00:30
In this podcast Josh Finney talks about Casefile Arkham, Dark Life Lessons, Graphic Novel Writing, and much more. About Josh Finney Josh Finney is an author of horror, gritty sci-fi, and neo-noir. He is 5’6”, weighs 155 …

TIH 198: Chris Kelso on Life Lessons, Hybrid Stories, and Worst Writing Advice

March 31st, 2018

1:00:28
In this podcast Chris Kelso talks about early life lessons, hybrid stories, the worst writing advice, and much more. About Chris Kelso Chris Kelso is an award-winning genre writer, editor, and illustrator from Scotland. …

TIH 197: Chris Kelso on Writing From The Wound, Turning 30, and Confusing The Art with the Artist

March 27th, 2018

1:02:42
In this podcast Chris Kelso talks about writing from the wound, turning thirty, confusing the art with the artist, and much more. About Chris Kelso Chris Kelso is an award-winning genre writer, editor, and illustrator …

TIH 196: Michael David Wilson and Dan Howarth on How To Start Podcasting, Growing Up, and Parenthood

March 19th, 2018

1:58:04
In this podcast Michael David Wilson and Dan Howarth talk about How To Start Podcasting, Growing Up, Parenthood, and much more. About Michael David Wilson and Dan Howarth Michael David Wilson is the founder of This Is …

TIH 195: Nick Mamatas on Japanese Fiction, Self-Defining Politics, and Creative Writing MFAs

March 13th, 2018

1:24:30
In this podcast Nick Mamatas talks about Japanese Fiction, Self-Defining Politics, Creative Writing MFAs, and much more. About Nick Mamatas Nick …

TIH 194: Nick Mamatas on Editing Clarkesworld, Common Story Mistakes, and Writing a Novel in Eight Weeks

March 6th, 2018

1:21:23
In this podcast Nick Mamatas talks about Editing Clarkesworld, Common Story Mistakes, Writing a Novel in Eight Weeks, and much more. About Nick Mamatas Nick Mamatas is the author of a number of novels: Move Under …

TIH 193: Jon Padgett and Matt Cardin on Vastarien Literary Journal, Thomas Ligotti, and The Creative Self

February 28th, 2018

1:32:41
In this podcast Jon Padgett and Matt Cardin talk about Vastarien, Thomas Ligotti, The Creative Self, and much more. About Vastarien Vastarien is a source of critical study and creative response to the corpus of Thomas …

Story Unboxed 007: The Box by Jack Ketchum (Feat. Guest Co-host Castle Rock Radio’s Max Booth III)

February 24th, 2018

2:43:07
In this very special episode of the This Is Horror Podcast we present the seventh instalment of Story Unboxed: The Horror Podcast on the Craft of Writing. Story Unboxed is usually a podcast reserved for This Is Horror …

TIH 192: Antony Johnston on Dead Space, Atomic Blonde, Writing Video Games, and The Exphoria Code

February 20th, 2018

1:05:17
In this podcast Antony Johnston talks about Dead Space, Atomic Blonde, Writing Video Games, The Exphoria Code, and much more. About Antony Johnston Antony Johnston is a New York Times bestselling graphic novelist, …

TIH 191: Antony Johnston on Life Lessons, Creativity, and Social Media Discipline

February 13th, 2018

1:04:57
In this podcast Antony Johnston talks about early life lessons, creativity, social media, and much more. About Antony Johnston Antony Johnston is a New York Times bestselling graphic novelist, author, and games writer …

TIH 190 Laird Barron on Almost Dying in Alaska Twice, The Origin of Ideas, and Goals for 2018

February 6th, 2018

1:22:43
In this podcast Laird Barron talks about his forthcoming novel Blood Standard, the connection between horror and crime fiction, violence in horror, …

TIH 189: Laird Barron on Blood Standard, Crime and Horror Fiction, and Violence in Horror

January 30th, 2018

1:12:53
In this podcast Laird Barron talks about his forthcoming novel Blood Standard, the connection between horror and crime fiction, violence in horror, …

TIH 188: Laird Barron on Growing Up in Alaska, Applying Life Lessons to Writing, and Dealing with Despair

January 24th, 2018

1:14:02
In this podcast Laird Barron talks about growing up in Alaska, applying life lessons to writing, dealing with despair, and much more. Original photo credit: Ellen Datlow About Laird Barron Laird Barron, an ex-pat …

TIH 187: Orrin Grey on Lessons from Old School Monster Movies, Making Believable Monsters, and Tips for Freelance Writers

January 17th, 2018

1:11:06
In this podcast Orrin Grey talks about old school monster movies, how to make and write about believable monsters, tips for freelance writers, and …

TIH 186: Orrin Grey on Never Bet The Devil, Classic Horror Monsters, and Finding Your Writing Voice

January 11th, 2018

1:06:09
In this podcast Orrin Grey talks about Never Bet The Devil, classic horror monsters, finding your writing voice, and much more. About Orrin Grey …

TIH 185: The Ten Most Popular This Is Horror Podcast Episodes of 2017

December 30th, 2017

1:28:38
Stop reading if you don’t want to know the top 10 order before listening  In this podcast we count down the ten most popular This Is Horror Podcast …

TIH 184: Jasper Bark on Quiet Places, The Way of the Barefoot Zombie, and Cosmic vs Folk Horror

December 27th, 2017

1:36:47
In this podcast Jasper Bark talks about Quiet Places, The Way of the Barefoot Zombie, Cosmic vs Folk Horror, and much more. About Jasper Bark Jasper …

TIH 183: Jasper Bark on Horror Publishing Landscape, Crafting Characters, Distraction Free Lives, and Social Media Breaks

December 20th, 2017

1:28:14
In this podcast Jasper Bark talks about the Horror Publishing Landscape, Crafting Characters, Distraction Free Lives, Social Media Breaks and much more. About Jasper Bark Jasper Bark is an award-winning novelist, …

TIH 182: Kathe Koja on The Cipher, Christopher Marlowe, and Strangest Story Ever Written

December 14th, 2017

1:50:23
In this podcast Kathe Koja talks about The Cipher, Christopher Marlowe, the strangest story she’s ever written, and much more. About Kathe Koja Kathe Koja is a writer, performer, director and independent producer. Her …

TIH 181: S.P. Miskowski on I Wish I Was Like You, Writing Advice, and Weird Fiction Syllabus

December 8th, 2017

1:10:38
In this podcast S.P. Miskowski talks about I Wish I Was Like You, writing advice, her ideal weird fiction syllabus, and much more. About S. P. Miskowski S.P. Miskowski is a three-time Shirley Jackson Award nominee and …

TIH 180: S.P. Miskowski on Knock Knock, Plays vs. Short Stories vs. Novels, and the Shirley Jackson Award

December 6th, 2017

50:22
In this podcast S.P. Miskowski talks about Knock Knock, plays vs. short stories vs. novels, and the Shirley Jackson Award. About S. P. Miskowski S.P. Miskowski is a three-time Shirley Jackson Award nominee and is the …

TIH 179: S.P. Miskowski on Life Lessons Growing Up, Writing Objectives, and Anxiety

November 30th, 2017

1:25:05
In this podcast S.P. Miskowski talks about her life lessons growing up, writing objectives, anxiety, and much more. About S. P. Miskowski S.P. Miskowski is a three-time Shirley Jackson Award nominee, and is the …

TIH 178: Matt Cardin on Horror Literature Encyclopedia, Social Media Addiction, and A Course in Demonic Creativity

November 22nd, 2017

1:17:24
In this podcast Matt Cardin talks about Horror Literature through History: An Encyclopedia of the Stories That Speak to Our Deepest Fears, social media addiction, demonic creativity, and much more. About Matt Cardin …

TIH 177: Matt Cardin on Horror and Spirituality, Thomas Ligotti, and Alan Watts

November 16th, 2017

1:22:38
In this podcast Matt Cardin talks about horror and spirituality, Thomas Ligotti, Alan Watts, and much more. About Matt Cardin Matt Cardin is a …

TIH 176: Alan Baxter on Relocating to Australia, Writing Fight Scenes, and Martial Arts

November 8th, 2017

1:00:50
In this podcast Alan Baxter talks about relocating to Australia, writing fight scenes, martial arts, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter is …

TIH 175: Alan Baxter on Writing for Video Games, The Book Club, and Crow Shine

November 1st, 2017

1:05:17
In this podcast Alan Baxter talks about writing for video games, The Book Club, Crow Shine, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter is a …

TIH 174: Alan Baxter on Confronting Mortality, Starting Out Writing, and Early Life Lessons

October 26th, 2017

1:17:31
In this podcast Alan Baxter talks about confronting mortality, starting out writing, early life lessons, and much more. About Alan Baxter Alan Baxter …

TIH 173: Nadia Bulkin on Unpacking Tropes, Japanese Horror, and Writing About Topical Themes

October 20th, 2017

In this podcast Nadia Bulkin talks about unpacking tropes, Japanese horror, writing about topical themes, and much more. About Nadia Bulkin Born in …

TIH 172: Nadia Bulkin on Growing Up in Indonesia, Demon Myths, and Socio-Political Horror

October 11th, 2017

1:09:18
In this podcast Nadia Bulkin talks about growing up in Indonesia, demon myths, socio-political horror, and much more. About Nadia Bulkin Born in …

TIH 171: Constructive Criticism, Time Management, and Indie Publishing with Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella

October 3rd, 2017

1:28:46
In this podcast we provide you with some of the best clips from the patrons only Q&A sessions with Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella. About Michael David Wilson and Bob Pastorella Michael David Wilson and Bob …

TIH 170: Nicole Cushing on The Sadist’s Bible, Mr. Suicide, and the Bram Stoker Award

September 29th, 2017

1:14:20
In this podcast Nicole Cushing talks about The Sadist’s Bible, Mr. Suicide, winning the Bram Stoker Award, and much more. About Nicole Cushing Nicole …

TIH 169: Nicole Cushing on Writer’s Block, Depicting Sexual Violence, and Transgressive Fiction

September 27th, 2017

1:16:41
In this podcast Nicole Cushing talks about writer’s block, depicting sexual violence, transgressive fiction, and much more. About Nicole Cushing …

TIH 168: Livia Llewellyn on Long vs Short Fiction, Bad Writing Advice, and Horror Misconceptions

September 20th, 2017

53:24
In this podcast Livia Llewellyn talks about long vs short fiction, bad writing advice, horror misconceptions, and much more. About Livia Llewellyn Livia Llewellyn is an award-winning writer of horror, dark fantasy and …

TIH 167: Livia Llewellyn on Furnace, Childhood Dreams, and Managing Distractions

September 13th, 2017

1:01:57
In this podcast Livia Llewellyn talks about Furnace, childhood dreams, managing distractions, and much more. About Livia Llewellyn Livia Llewellyn is an award-winning writer of horror, dark fantasy and erotica, whose …

TIH 166: Joe R. Lansdale on Hap and Leonard, Growing Up in East Texas, and Bubba and the Cosmic Blood-Suckers

September 6th, 2017

2:29:42
In this podcast Joe R. Lansdale talks about Hap and Leonard, Growing Up in East Texas, Bubba and the Cosmic Blood-Suckers, and much more. About Joe R. Lansdale Champion Mojo Storyteller Joe R. Lansdale is the author of …

TIH 165: Gemma Files on Story Ideas, Dealing with Depression, and Each Thing I Show You is a Piece of My Death

August 31st, 2017

1:00:22
In this podcast Gemma Files talks about story ideas, dealing with depression, and much more. About Gemma Files Born April 4, 1968, in London, England, Gemma Files is the child of two actors (Elva Mai Hoover and Gary …

TIH 164: Gemma Files on Films and Fiction, Planning Stories, and Memory Work

August 29th, 2017

1:13:23
In this podcast Gemma Files talks about films and fiction, planning stories, memory work, and much more. About Gemma Files Born April 4, 1968, in London, England, Gemma Files is the child of two actors (Elva Mai Hoover …

TIH 163: Gemma Files on Experimental Film, Autism, and Story Lessons

August 24th, 2017

1:23:43
In this podcast Gemma Files talks about Experimental Film, autism, story lessons, and much more. About Gemma Files Born April 4, 1968, in London, England, Gemma Files is the child of two actors (Elva Mai Hoover and Gary …

TIH 162: Benjamin Percy on The Dark Net, Thrill Me: Essays on Fiction, and Comic Book Writing

August 16th, 2017

1:36:11
In this podcast Benjamin Percy talks about his new novel The Dark Net, his non-fiction book Thrill Me, writing comic books, and much more. About Benjamin Percy Benjamin Percy is the author of four novels, the most …

TIH 161: Victor LaValle on The Ballad of Black Tom, H. P. Lovecraft, and Mastering F-bombs in Fiction

August 9th, 2017

1:35:53
In this podcast Victor LaValle talks about The Ballad of Black Tom, H. P. Lovecraft, f-bombs in fiction, and much more. About Victor LaValle Victor …

TIH 160: John Langan on House of Windows, Best Places to Submit Horror Fiction, and Red Line Technique

August 4th, 2017

1:19:27
In this podcast John Langan talks about the re-release of House of Windows, the best places to submit horror fiction, and the red line technique. About John Langan John Langan is the author of two novels, The Fisherman …

TIH 159: John Langan on The Fisherman, Training Your Mind For Good Ideas, and Creative Writing

August 2nd, 2017

1:25:23
In this podcast John Langan talks about The Fisherman, training your mind for good ideas, and Creative Writing. About John Langan John Langan is the author of two novels, The Fisherman (Word Horde 2016) and House of …

TIH 158: Andy Davidson on Vampires in Fiction, Daily Habits, and Best Writing Advice

July 28th, 2017

1:20:15
In this podcast Andy Davidson talks about vampires in fiction, daily habits, and his best writing advice. About Andy Davidson Born and raised in Arkansas, Andy Davidson graduated from the University of Mississippi in …

TIH 157: Andy Davidson on In the Valley of the Sun, Childhood Memories, and Writing Motivation

July 26th, 2017

1:31:04
In this podcast Andy Davidson talks about his new novel In the Valley of the Sun, childhood memories, writing motivation, and much more. About Andy Davidson Born and raised in Arkansas, Andy Davidson graduated from the …

TIH 156: Tony McMillen on Heavy Metal and Horror, Best Failure, and Nefarious Twit

July 14th, 2017

1:22:35
In this podcast Tony McMillen talks about horror and heavy metal, his best failure, Nefarious Twit, and much more. About Tony McMillen Tony McMillen is the author of the novels An Augmented Fourth and Nefarious Twit, …

[Preview] SU 002: Rosemary’s Baby (1968)

July 12th, 2017

41:44
Our latest episode of Story Unboxed: The Horror Podcast on the Craft of Writing unboxes and analyses Rosemary’s Baby. You can get full access to the …

TIH 155: Tony McMillen on An Augmented Fourth, Black Sabbath, and Word Horde

July 7th, 2017

1:12:16
In this podcast Tony McMillen talks about An Augmented Fourth, Black Sabbath, Word Horde, and much more. About Tony McMillen Tony McMillen is the author of the novels An Augmented Fourth and Nefarious Twit, and the …

TIH 154: Nick Gucker on Advice for Artists, Yokai, and Conventions

June 30th, 2017

1:14:20
In this podcast Nick Gucker talks about yokai, conventions, and gives advice to artists. About Nick Gucker Nick Gucker’s art has appeared on the covers and the innards of numerous Lovecraftian, horror, and weird fiction …

TIH 153: Nick Gucker on Art and Illustration, Weird Fiction, and Monster Magnet

June 28th, 2017

1:15:01
In this podcast Nick Gucker talks about art, weird fiction, Monster Magnet, and much more. About Nick Gucker Nick Gucker’s art has appeared on the covers and the innards of numerous Lovecraftian, horror, and weird …

TIH 152: Philip Fracassi on Writing Quickly, The Lovecraft eZine, and Best Writing Advice

June 21st, 2017

1:07:45
In this podcast Philip Fracassi talks about writing quickly, The Lovecraft eZine, and his best writing advice. About Philip Fracassi Philip Fracassi, an author and screenwriter, lives in Los Angeles. His brand-new …

TIH 151: Philip Fracassi on Horror as Escapism, Hollywood Screenwriting, and Literary vs. Genre Fiction

June 15th, 2017

1:07:04
In this podcast Philip Fracassi talks about horror as escapism, Hollywood screenwriting, literary fiction, and much more. About Philip Fracassi …

TIH 150: Philip Fracassi on Biggest Fears, Story Structure, and Screenwriting

June 7th, 2017

1:43:11
In this podcast Philip Fracassi talks about his biggest fears, story structure, screenwriting, and much more. About Philip Fracassi Philip Fracassi, an author and screenwriter, lives in Los Angeles. His brand-new …

TIH 149: Jon Padgett on The Secret of Ventriloquism, Weird Fiction, and Eckhart Tolle

June 1st, 2017

59:08
In this podcast Jon Padgett talks about The Secret of Ventriloquism, weird fiction, Eckhart Tolle, and much more. About Jon Padgett Jon Padgett is a …

TIH 148: Jon Padgett on Thomas Ligotti, Writing Lessons, and Impostor Syndrome

May 24th, 2017

1:03:42
In this podcast Jon Padgett talks about Thomas Ligotti, writing lessons, impostor syndrome and much more. About Jon Padgett Jon Padgett is a professional—though lapsed—ventriloquist who lives in New Orleans with his …

TIH 147: Bracken MacLeod on Creating Characters, Toxic Masculinity, and Albert Camus

May 17th, 2017

1:04:27
In this podcast Bracken MacLeod talks about creating characters, masculinity, Albert Camus, and much more. About Bracken MacLeod Bracken MacLeod is …

TIH 146: Bracken MacLeod on Stranded, Horror Movies, and Writing Influences

May 11th, 2017

1:01:31
In this podcast Bracken MacLeod talks about his first experiences with horror, his novel Stranded, and much more. About Bracken MacLeod Bracken MacLeod is the author of the novels Stranded and Mountain Home, a short …

TIH 145: J.S. Breukelaar on Aletheia, Crystal Lake Publishing, and Teaching Creative Writing

May 3rd, 2017

1:10:28
In this podcast J.S. Breukelaar talks about her brand new novel Aletheia, working with Crystal Lake Publishing, teaching Creative Writing, and much more. About J.S. Breukelaar JS Breukelaar is the author of Aletheia …

[Preview] SU 001: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)

May 2nd, 2017

37:31
We recently released the first episode of our brand new podcast, Story Unboxed: The Horror Podcast on the Craft of Writing for all patrons pledging at $3 and above. But perhaps you’re on the edge about pledging at $3 or …

TIH 144: J.S. Breukelaar on Ghosts, American Monster, and Story Mistakes

April 27th, 2017

1:12:13
In this podcast J.S. Breukelaar talks about ghosts as memories, her first novel American Monster, learning from and identifying story mistakes, and much more. About J.S. Breukelaar JS Breukelaar is the author of …

TIH 143: Alasdair Stuart on Writing Audio Stories, Pseudopod Podcast, and Best Writing Advice

April 19th, 2017

1:04:19
In this podcast Alasdair Stuart talks about writing audio stories, Pseudopod Podcast, his best writing advice, and much more. About Alasdair Stuart Alasdair Stuart is the owner of Escape Artists, Inc., as well as host …

TIH 142: Alasdair Stuart on Pseudopod, Comics, and Audio Stories

April 12th, 2017

59:33
In this podcast Alasdair Stuart talks about Pseudopod, audio stories, comics, and much more. About Alasdair Stuart Alasdair Stuart is the owner of Escape Artists, Inc., as well as host of PseudoPod and co-host of Escape …

TIH 141: Betty Rocksteady on Weird Fiction, Research, and Outlining

April 5th, 2017

1:14:51
In this podcast Betty Rocksteady talks about weird fiction, research, outlining, and much more. About Betty Rocksteady Betty Rocksteady is your everyday Canadian weirdo with a leaning towards the macabre and grotesque. …

TIH 140: Betty Rocksteady on Like Jagged Teeth, Bizarro, and Arachnophile

March 31st, 2017

53:11
In this podcast Betty Rocksteady talks about her forthcoming novella Like Jagged Teeth, the bizarro fiction genre, Arachnophile, and much more. About Betty Rocksteady Betty Rocksteady is your everyday Canadian weirdo …

TIH 139: Adam Nevill on Haunted House Stories, Online Book Launches, and Book Signings

March 22nd, 2017

58:55
In this podcast Adam Nevill talks about his favourite haunted house stories, book signings, online book launches, and much more. About Adam Nevill Adam L.G. Nevill was born in Birmingham, England, in 1969 and grew up in …

TIH 138: Adam Nevill on The Ritual, Writing Process, and Facebook Advertising

March 15th, 2017

56:28
In this podcast Adam Nevill talks about the film adaption of The Ritual, his writing process, Facebook advertising, and much more. About Adam Nevill Adam L.G. Nevill was born in Birmingham, England, in 1969 and grew up …

TIH 137: Adam Nevill on Under A Watchful Eye, Ritual Limited, and Creative Writing

March 9th, 2017

1:13:32
In this podcast Adam Nevill talks about his latest novel Under A Watchful Eye, his independent publishing house Ritual Limited, and Creative Writing …

TIH 136: Ania Ahlborn on The Devil Crept In, Story Research, and Daily Habits

February 28th, 2017

1:01:38
In this podcast Ania Ahlborn talks about her new novel The Devil Crept In, research for stories, morning rituals, advice to her eighteen-year-old …

TIH 135: Ania Ahlborn on Making A Monster, Self Publishing Seed, and Families in Horror

February 22nd, 2017

1:08:05
In this podcast Ania Ahlborn talks about self publishing her first novel Seed, her LitReactor course ‘Making A Monster’, writing about families in …

TIH 134: Stephen Volk on The Parts We Play, Filmmaking, and Writing Short Stories

February 15th, 2017

1:23:34
In this podcast Stephen Volk talks about his latest short story collection The Parts We Play, filmmaking, writing short stories, and much more. About …

TIH 133: David Bowles on Chupacabra Vengeance, Kaiju, and Lords of the Earth

February 6th, 2017

1:33:35
In this podcast David Bowles talks about Chupacabra Vengeance, kaiju, Lords of the Earth, and much more. About David Bowles David Bowles is a Mexican-American author, poet and translator from South Texas, where he …

TIH 132: David Bowles on Mexican-American Folklore, Southern Gothic, and Story Ideas

January 30th, 2017

1:28:46
In this podcast David Bowles talks about Mexican-American folklore, southern gothic, story ideas, and much more. About David Bowles David Bowles is a …

TIH 131: Simon Kurt Unsworth on The Devil’s Evidence, Diseases of the Teeth, and Audiobooks

January 24th, 2017

1:39:16
In this podcast Simon Kurt Unsworth talks about his latest books, The Devil’s Evidence and Diseases of the Teeth, audiobooks, and much more. About Simon Kurt Unsworth Simon Kurt Unsworth was born in Manchester and lives …

TIH 130: Max Booth III on The Nightly Disease, Working The Hotel Night Shift, and Perpetual Motion Machine Publishing

January 16th, 2017

1:31:49
In this podcast Max Booth III talks about his new novel The Nightly Disease, working the night shift at the hotel, Perpetual Motion Machine Publishing, and much more. About Max Booth III Max Booth III is the author of …

TIH 129: Diversity, Rejections and Gamut Magazine with Richard Thomas, Hillary Dodge and Heather Foster

January 9th, 2017

59:40
In this podcast Richard Thomas, Hillary Dodge and Heather Foster talk about Gamut Magazine, diversity, rejections and much more. About Gamut Magazine …

TIH 128: Gamut Magazine, Fiction, Poetry and Non-Fiction with Richard Thomas, Hillary Dodge and Heather Foster

January 3rd, 2017

1:13:59
In this podcast Richard Thomas, Hillary Dodge and Heather Foster talk about Gamut Magazine. About Gamut Magazine Gamut is an online magazine of …

TIH 127: J Daniel Stone on Blood Kiss, Writing Mechanics and Planning Stories

December 30th, 2016

1:21:14
In this podcast J. Daniel Stone talks about Blood Kiss, writing mechanics, planning stories and much more. About J. Daniel Stone J. Daniel Stone is the pseudonym for a hotheaded Italian kid from New York City. He has …

TIH 126: J. Daniel Stone on Living in New York, Preparing Bodies for the Morgue and I Can Taste The Blood

December 26th, 2016

1:09:39
In this podcast J. Daniel Stone talks about living in New York, preparing bodies for the morgue, editorial lessons and more. About J. Daniel Stone J. Daniel Stone is the pseudonym for a hotheaded Italian kid from New …

TIH 125: Ray Cluley on Writing Suspenseful Scenes, Antarctic Horror and Writing to Music

December 20th, 2016

1:00:29
In this podcast Ray Cluley talks about writing suspenseful scenes, antarctic horror, music to write to and much more. About Ray Cluley Ray Cluley has …

TIH 124: Ray Cluley on Authentic Storytelling, Researching Locations and Short Story Writing

December 14th, 2016

1:14:11
In this podcast Ray Cluley talks about full-time and part-time writing, authentic storytelling, research for stories and much more. About Ray Cluley …

TIH 123: Writers’ Craft Talk: Writing Suspenseful Scenes with 16 Writers

December 6th, 2016

1:09:34
In this podcast sixteen writers discuss techniques for writing suspenseful scenes. Contributions from Stephen Volk, Maura McHugh, Melissa Lason and …

TIH 122: Luna E Volk by Mercedes M. Yardley

November 30th, 2016

18:30
In this podcast Mercedes M. Yardley narrates her short story ‘Luna E Volk’. About Mercedes M. Yardley Mercedes M. Yardley is a dark fantasist who …

TIH 121: T.E. Grau on They Don’t Come Home Anymore, Professional Mindset and Novellas

November 21st, 2016

1:22:43
In this podcast T.E. Grau talks about his forthcoming This Is Horror novella They Don’t Come Home Anymore, how to have a professional mindset, the novella form and self-evaluating writing. About T.E. Grau T.E. Grau is …

TIH 120: Mercedes M. Yardley on Gamut Magazine, Rejections and Fairy Tales

November 15th, 2016

1:28:15
In this podcast Mercedes M. Yardley talks about Gamut Magazine, rejections, fairy tales and much more. About Mercedes M. Yardley Mercedes M. Yardley is a dark fantasist who wears stilettos and poisonous flowers in her …

TIH 119: Mercedes M. Yardley on NaNoWriMo, the Poetry of Language and Beautiful Horror

November 10th, 2016

1:18:15
In this podcast Mercedes M. Yardley talks about NaNoWriMo, the poetry of language, working in fifteen-minute increments, beautiful horror and much …

TIH 118: Josh Malerman on A House at the Bottom of a Lake, Halloween and Water in Horror

October 31st, 2016

2:41:25
In this special Halloween podcast Josh Malerman talks about Halloween, A House at the Bottom of a Lake, water in horror and much more. A House at the Bottom of a Lake is out today— Don’t forget to claim your free …

TIH 117: J. David Osborne and Michael David Wilson on Turning 30, Failing in Public and Minimum Effective Dose Misconceptions

October 27th, 2016

1:26:32
In this podcast J. David Osborne and Michael David Wilson talk about turning thirty, failing in public and the misconception surrounding minimum effective dose. About J. David Osborne J. David Osborne is the Portland, …

TIH 116: J. David Osborne and Michael David Wilson on Podcasting, Authenticity, Vulnerability and Nutrition

October 24th, 2016

1:06:26
In this podcast J. David Osborne and Michael David Wilson interview each other simultaneously. They talk about podcasting, authenticity, the beauty …

TIH 115: John F.D. Taff on Dialogue, Full-time Writing and Emotional Horror

October 17th, 2016

1:19:14
In this podcast John F.D. Taff talks about dialogue, writing full-time, emotional horror and much more. About John F.D. Taff John F.D. Taff is a Bram …

TIH 114: John F.D. Taff on Good and Bad Editors, I Can Taste The Blood and Grey Matter Press

October 12th, 2016

1:01:00
In this podcast John F.D. Taff talks about good and bad editors, I Can Taste The Blood, working with Grey Matter Press and much more. About John F.D. Taff John F.D. Taff is a Bram Stoker Award-Nominated author with …

TIH 113: Jon Grilz on Audio Drama Podcasts, Small Town Horror and Flawed Protagonists

October 3rd, 2016

1:04:02
In this podcast Jon Grilz talks about his favourite audio drama podcasts, the inspiration for Small Town Horror, writing a flawed protagonist and much more. About Jon Grilz Writer and podcaster Jon Grilz is Minnesotan, …

TIH 112: Jon Grilz on Small Town Horror Podcast, Crazytown and Audio Drama Production

September 27th, 2016

1:33:55
In this podcast Jon Grilz talks about the Small Town Horror podcast, his Crazytown series, audio drama production and much more. About Jon Grilz Writer and podcaster Jon Grilz is Minnesotan, born and bred. He has an …

TIH 111: Jessica McHugh on Creative Writing, Working as a Stripper and Bizarro

September 20th, 2016

1:41:18
In this podcast Jessica McHugh talks about lessons learned teaching Creative Writing, the myth of writer’s block, working as a stripper at nineteen, bizarro and much more. About Jessica McHugh Jessica McHugh is a …

TIH 110: Jessica McHugh on The Train Derails in Boston, Writing 57 Stories in One Year and Writing by Hand

September 14th, 2016

1:21:38
In this podcast Jessica McHugh talks about her new novel The Train Derails in Boston, writing fifty-seven stories in one year, writing by hand, her love for the horror genre and much more. About Jessica McHugh Jessica …

TIH 109: Writers’ Craft Talk: Best Writing Advice with 20 Writers

September 6th, 2016

1:05:52
In this podcast twenty writers discuss the best writing advice they’ve received. Contributions from Stephen Graham Jones, Mercedes M. Yardley, Helen …

TIH 108: Michaelbrent Collings on Outlining, Stoker Awards and Story Ideas

August 29th, 2016

52:07
In this podcast Michaelbrent Collings talks about outlining stories, story ideas, the Stoker Awards and much more. About Michaelbrent Collings …

TIH 107: Michaelbrent Collings on Self Publishing, Social Media and Writing Commercially

August 22nd, 2016

54:49
In this podcast Michaelbrent Collings talks about self publishing, social media, writing commercially and much more. About Michaelbrent Collings …

TIH 106: Tim Lebbon on Pay The Ghost, The Silence and Self-Doubt

August 15th, 2016

54:35
In this podcast Tim Lebbon talks about the film adaptation of ‘Pay The Ghost’, managing self-doubt, The Silence and much more. About Tim Lebbon Tim Lebbon is the New York Times bestselling author of the movie …

TIH 105: Tim Lebbon on The Family Man, Adaptations and Endurance Sports

August 8th, 2016

1:02:01
In this podcast Tim Lebbon talks about his new novel The Family Man, adaptations, endurance sports and much more. About Tim Lebbon Tim Lebbon is the New York Times bestselling author of the movie novelizations of 30 …

TIH 104: John Skipp on Fight Scenes, Bizarro and Zombies

August 1st, 2016

1:00:45
In this podcast John Skipp talks about Fight Scenes, Bizarro and Zombies. About John Skipp John Skipp is a New York Times bestselling author, editor, …

TIH 103: Aaron Sterns on Screen vs Page, Plotting Stories, and Gothic and Subversive Fiction

July 25th, 2016

1:00:25
In this podcast Aaron Sterns talks about the difference between writing for the screen and writing fiction, plotting stories and lecturing in Gothic and Subversive Fiction. About Aaron Sterns Aaron Sterns is the …

TIH 102: Aaron Sterns on Wolf Creek, Screenwriting and Existential Nightmares

July 19th, 2016

1:06:57
In this podcast Aaron Sterns talks about the Wolf Creek series, existential nightmares and screenwriting. About Aaron Sterns Aaron Sterns is the …

TIH 101: Angela Slatter on Vigil, Fairy Tales and Jo Fletcher Books

July 12th, 2016

1:13:34
In this podcast Angela Slatter talks about her brand new novel Vigil, working with Jo Fletcher, fairy tales and much more. About Angela Slatter Specialising in dark fantasy and horror, Angela Slatter is the author of …

TIH 100: David Moody on the Hater Adaptation, Wattpad and Dealing with Depression

July 5th, 2016

2:00:42
Happy 100th episode to us! In this podcast David Moody talks about the Hater adaptation, brand new Hater trilogy, Wattpad, dealing with depression and much more. About David Moody David Moody grew up on a diet of trashy …

TIH 099: Paul Tremblay on 500 Words per Day, Self-doubt and Inspiration

June 27th, 2016

51:43
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about writing 500 words daily, self-doubt and the inspiration behind A Head Full of Ghosts. About Paul Tremblay …

TIH 098: Paul Tremblay on Disappearance at Devil’s Rock, A Head Full of Ghosts and Story Ideas

June 20th, 2016

52:26
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about his new novel Disappearance at Devil’s Rock, A Head Full of Ghosts and story ideas. About Paul Tremblay …

TIH 097: John C. Foster on Fear of the Dark, Writing Novels and Hardboiled Crime

June 13th, 2016

57:07
In this podcast John C. Foster talks about his fear of the dark, writing novels and hardboiled crime.  About John C. Foster John C. Foster was born …

TIH 096: John Skipp on Fungasm Press, The Art of Horrible People and Clowns

June 6th, 2016

1:01:00
In this podcast John Skipp talks about Fungasm Press, his short story collection The Art of Horrible People and clowns. About John Skipp John Skipp …

TIH 095: John C. Foster on Mister White, Grey Matter Press and Writing Action Scenes

May 30th, 2016

1:15:03
In this podcast John C. Foster talks about his latest novel Mister White, Grey Matter Press, Writing Action Scenes and much more.  About John C. …

TIH 094: Stephen Graham Jones on Story Revisions, Endings and Audio vs. Print Books

May 23rd, 2016

1:06:20
In this podcast Stephen Graham Jones talks about his new novel, Mongrels, story revisions, endings, audio vs. print books and much more. About Stephen Graham Jones Stephen Graham Jones is the author of fifteen novels …

TIH 093: Scott Nicolay on The Outer Dark Podcast, Weird Fiction and Daily Habits

May 16th, 2016

1:03:20
In this podcast Scott Nicolay talks about weird fiction and its various forms, The Outer Dark Podcast, his daily habits and much more. About Scott …

TIH 092: Stephen Graham Jones on Werewolves, Mongrels and Common Writing Mistakes

May 9th, 2016

1:14:30
In this podcast Stephen Graham Jones talks about his brand new werewolf novel, Mongrels, common writing mistakes, self-doubt and much more. About …

TIH 091: Iain Rob Wright on CreateSpace, Self Publishing Costs and Collaborations

May 2nd, 2016

49:49
In this podcast Iain Rob Wright talks about CreateSpace, Self Publishing Costs and Collaborations. About Iain Rob Wright Iain Rob Wright is from the …

TIH 090: Scott Nicolay on Weird-Noir Connection, Story Length and Monsters, Rebuilt

April 26th, 2016

1:12:19
In this podcast Scott Nicolay talks about the connection between weird fiction and noir, first experiences with stories, the forthcoming anthology …

TIH 089: Iain Rob Wright on Self Publishing, Writing Full Time and Editing

April 18th, 2016

52:10
In this podcast Iain Rob Wright talks about his self publishing journey and success, full time writing, editing, working with Infected Books and much …

TIH 088: Kristin Nelson on Choosing a Literary Agent, Writing a Query Letter and the Nelson Literary Agency

April 12th, 2016

49:49
In this podcast Kristin Nelson talks about the Nelson Literary Agency, how to choose the right literary agent, writing a query letter and much more. About Kristin Nelson Kristin Nelson is President and owner of Nelson …

TIH 087: Vincenzo Bilof on the Effect of Satire, the Horror Writers Association and The Violators

April 4th, 2016

54:46
In this podcast Vincenzo Bilof talks about the effect of satire, George R. R. Martin, The Violators, the HWA and much more. About Vincenzo Bilof From …

TIH 086: Vincenzo Bilof on Remaking Classic Movies, Writing Experiences and The Violators

March 30th, 2016

1:07:01
In this podcast Vincenzo Bilof talks about his first memories and passions outside of writing, movies and remakes, first experiences writing and his …

TIH 085: Rebecca Jones-Howe on Writing Struggles, Working In Retail and Regional Stereotypes

March 21st, 2016

1:01:02
In this podcast Rebecca Jones-Howe talks about her writing struggles, working in retail, literary regional stereotypes and much more. About Rebecca …

TIH 084: Damien Angelica Walters on Sing Me Your Scars, Short Story Writing and Unusual Influences

March 14th, 2016

56:28
In this podcast Damien Angelica Walters talks about her award-winning collection Sing Me Your Scars, short story writing, unusual influences and much …

TIH 083: Damien Angelica Walters on Paper Tigers, 100,000 Words in 30 Days and Dealing With Criticism

March 7th, 2016

59:04
In this podcast Damien Angelica Walters talks about her new novel Paper Tigers, writing 100,000 words in 30 days, responding to criticism and much more. About Damien Angelica Walters Damien Angelica Walters is the …

TIH 082: Rebecca Jones-Howe on Vile Men and Online vs. College Writing Communities

February 29th, 2016

1:06:03
In this podcast Rebecca Jones-Howe talks about Vile Men and Online vs. College Writing Communities. About Rebecca Jones-Howe Rebecca went to college …

TIH 081: V. H. Leslie on Skein and Bone, the Novelist as Moral Philosopher and the Writing Process

February 22nd, 2016

33:28
In this podcast V. H. Leslie talks us through her early career and first professional sale, her debut collection Skein and Bone, her forthcoming …

TIH 080: V. H. Leslie on Writing Residencies, The Benefits of Writers’ Retreats and Writing Routine

February 18th, 2016

51:25
In this podcast V. H. Leslie talks about writing retreats, gender, writing routine and much more.  About V. H. Leslie V. H. Leslie’s first book, …

TIH 079: Brian Evenson on A Collapse of Horses, Working With Rob Zombie, Writing Video Game Adaptations and Foreign Translations

February 13th, 2016

1:12:24
In this podcast Brian Evenson talks about working with Rob Zombie, his new book A Collapse of Horses, writing video game adaptations, foreign …

TIH 078: Richard Thomas on Gamut Magazine, Kickstarter Do’s and Don’ts, and Short Story Mechanics

February 3rd, 2016

1:00:14
In this podcast Richard Thomas talks about his brand new venture Gamut Magazine, Do’s and Don’ts of Kickstarter and Short Story Mechanics.  About Richard Thomas Richard Thomas is the author of seven books: Three novels, …

TIH 077: Richard Thomas on Breaker, Gamut Magazine and Kickstarter Fundraising

January 25th, 2016

1:01:42
In this podcast Richard Thomas talks about his new novel, Breaker, his exciting new venture, Gamut Magazine, and the ins and outs of Kickstarter …

TIH 076: Simon Strantzas on Best Weird Fiction, The Secret to a Good Life and British Horror

January 18th, 2016

42:57
In this podcast Simon Strantzas talks about The Year’s Best Weird Fiction, Vol. 3, the secret to a good life and the British horror scene.  About …

TIH 075: James Everington and Dan Howarth on Hotel Horror and The Hyde Hotel

January 13th, 2016

1:08:26
In this podcast James Everington and Dan Howarth talk about their new anthology, The Hyde Hotel, and talk about the appeal of hotel horror.  …

TIH 074: Simon Strantzas on Weird vs. Strange Fiction, Writing Routine and Thinking Horror

January 4th, 2016

46:38
In this podcast Simon Strantzas talks about the distinction between weird and strange fiction, his writing routine, the new journal Thinking Horror, his current works-in-progress and much more.  About Simon Strantzas …

TIH 073: Jasper Bark on How To Deal With Negativity, Successful Writers and Social Concerns

December 28th, 2015

45:11
In this podcast Jasper Bark talks about how to deal with negativity, successful writers, social concerns, sex, politics, religion and much more.  …

TIH 072: Jasper Bark on The Art of Asking, Facebook Advertising and Social Media

December 21st, 2015

1:01:15
In this podcast Jasper Bark talks about the art of asking, permission marketing, facebook advertising, social media and much more.  About Jasper Bark Jasper Bark finds writing author biographies and talking about …

TIH 071: Jasper Bark on Beyond Lovecraft, Crowdfunding and Graphic Novels

December 14th, 2015

1:01:14
In this podcast Jasper Bark talks about Beyond Lovecraft, Crowdfunding and Graphic Novels.  About Jasper Bark Jasper Bark finds writing author biographies and talking about himself in the third person faintly …

TIH 070: Bob Pastorella on Mojo Rising, World Fantasy Award, HP Lovecraft and Borderlands 6

December 7th, 2015

49:16
In this podcast Bob Pastorella talks about his latest projects including his first novella, Mojo Rising, and his inclusion in Borderlands 6. About Bob Pastorella Bob Pastorella lives in Southeast Texas. He’s the author …

TIH 069: And I’ll Scratch Yours by David James Keaton (A Live Reading)

November 30th, 2015

39:15
  In this podcast we present a special live recording of David James Keaton reading ‘And I’ll Scratch Yours’ from Tony Baloney’s Pan Galactic Shit Show in downtown Jersey. Special thanks to Tony for recording the audio, …

TIH 068: T.E. Grau on The Nameless Dark, Dark Fiction and Technology

November 23rd, 2015

1:07:44
In this podcast T.E. Grau talks about The Nameless Dark, screenwriting, technology, dark fiction and much more.  About T.E. Grau T.E. Grau is an …

TIH 067: When Susurrus Stirs, written and narrated by Jeremy Robert Johnson

November 16th, 2015

15:41
  In this podcast Jeremy Robert Johnson narrates his short story ‘When Susurrus Stirs’.  About Jeremy Robert Johnson Jeremy Robert Johnson is the …

TIH 066: Barbie Wilde on Being The Female Cenobite in Hellraiser, The Voices of the Damned and Horror and Erotica

November 9th, 2015

1:07:12
In this podcast Barbie Wilde talks about her success as the female cenobite in Hellraiser, her novel The Venus Complex, her collection The Voices of …

TIH 065: Alison Littlewood on A Cold Silence, Writing and Horror

November 2nd, 2015

49:10
In this podcast Alison Littlewood talks about A Cold Silence, learning the writing craft and the horror genre.  About Alison Littlewood Alison …

TIH 064: Alison Littlewood on A Cold Season, Jo Fletcher Books and Zombie Apocalypse

October 26th, 2015

47:44
In this podcast Alison Littlewood talks about A Cold Season, Jo Fletcher Books and Zombie Apocalypse.  About Alison Littlewood Alison Littlewood was …

TIH 063: Helen Marshall on Gifts for the One Who Comes After and Medieval Research

October 19th, 2015

56:38
In this podcast Helen Marshall talks about Gifts for the One Who Comes After and Medieval Research.  About Helen Marshall Helen Marshall is an award-winning author, editor, and bibliophile. Her poetry and fiction have …

TIH 062: Helen Marshall on Fantasy Genre Misconceptions, Clarion West Writers Workshop and Rules of Writing

October 12th, 2015

1:00:36
In this podcast Helen Marshall talks about Fantasy genre misconceptions, Clarion West Writers Workshop and rules of writing.  About Helen Marshall …

TIH 061: Ellen Datlow on The Best Horror of the Year, The Golden Age of Horror and Good vs. Great Stories

October 5th, 2015

47:40
In this podcast Ellen Datlow talks about the golden age of horror, the best horror of the year and much more.  About Ellen Datlow Ellen Datlow has …

TIH 060: Ellen Datlow on Editing Misconceptions, Reading and Themed Anthologies

September 28th, 2015

1:01:31
In this podcast Ellen Datlow talks about editing misconceptions, reading and themed anthologies. About Ellen Datlow Ellen Datlow has been editing …

TIH 059: John C. Foster on Marketing, Becoming A Novelist and Social Media Engagement

September 18th, 2015

1:15:27
In this podcast John C. Foster talks about his journey from screenwriter to novelist, marketing and how to engage with others on social media.  …

TIH 058: John C. Foster on The Rules of Writing, Writer’s Block and Full-Time Writing

September 9th, 2015

1:04:28
In this podcast John C. Foster talks about the rules of writing, writer’s block and full-time writing.  About John C. Foster John C. Foster was born …

TIH 057: Max Booth III on Running A Small Press and Pushing The Boundaries in Horror Fiction

September 2nd, 2015

54:10
In this podcast Max Booth III talks about running a small press, pushing the boundaries in horror fiction and writer’s block. With special guest co-host Bob Pastorella. Check out the first part of this interview with …

TIH 056: Max Booth III on Writing A Novel In Two Weeks and Reviewing Books You Haven’t Finished Reading

August 30th, 2015

1:00:44
In this podcast Max Booth III talks about writing a novel in two weeks, how to successfully kidnap strangers and when it’s okay to review books you …

TIH 055: Jeremy Robert Johnson on Skullcrack City, The Mars Volta and What To Read

August 19th, 2015

37:11
In this podcast Jeremy Robert Johnson talks about Skullcrack City, The Mars Volta and selecting reading material.  About Jeremy Robert Johnson Jeremy …

TIH 054: Jeremy Robert Johnson on Skullcrack City, the FBI and Style Over Substance

August 11th, 2015

48:45
In this podcast Jeremy Robert Johnson talks about Skullcrack City, Visits from the FBI and Style over Substance in Stories. About Jeremy Robert …

TIH 053: Rich Hawkins on The Last Plague, Zombies and The British Fantasy Awards

August 5th, 2015

1:19:19
In this podcast Rich Hawkins talks about his British Fantasy Award nominated novel The Last Plague, his recent novella Black Star, Black Sun, writing zombie fiction and much more.  About Rich Hawkins Rich Hawkins hails …

TIH 052: Bob Pastorella on Rejected Stories, Disturbing Content and Story Planning

July 28th, 2015

1:09:24
In this podcast Bob Pastorella talks about rejected stories, disturbing content, planning and much more.  About Bob Pastorella Bob Pastorella lives in Southeast Texas. He’s the author of ‘To Watch Is Madness’, and has …

TIH 051: By Invisible Hands Written and Narrated by Simon Strantzas

July 20th, 2015

34:25
In this podcast Simon Strantzas reads his short story ‘By Invisible Hands’. About Simon Strantzas Simon Strantzas is the author of Burnt Black Suns (Hippocampus Press, 2014), Nightingale Songs (Dark Regions Press, …

TIH 050: Paul Tremblay on The Horror of Consequence and A Head Full of Ghosts

July 13th, 2015

50:13
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about the horror of consequence, A Head Full of Ghosts, short stories, basketball and much more. About Paul …

TIH 049: In The Year of Omens Written and Narrated by Helen Marshall

July 6th, 2015

34:45
In this podcast Helen Marshall reads her short story ‘In The Year of Omens’. About Helen Marshall Helen Marshall is a critically acclaimed Canadian …

TIH 048: Shaun Hutson on Monolith, Slugs, Defining Horror and 80s Horror

June 22nd, 2015

1:08:20
In this podcast we speak with Shaun Hutson about his latest novel, Monolith, the 80s horror scene, the definition of horror and more. About Shaun …

TIH 047: Paul Tremblay on A Head Full of Ghosts, Classic Horror and The Exorcist

June 8th, 2015

1:01:32
In this podcast Paul Tremblay talks about his latest novel A Head Full of Ghosts, classic horror and The Exorcist. About Paul Tremblay Paul Tremblay …

TIH 046: John Joseph Adams on Editing, Heavy Metal and Work-Life Balance

June 1st, 2015

41:22
In this podcast John Joseph Adams talks about editing, work-life balance, heavy metal and much more. Check out our previous podcasts with John Joseph Adams. TIH 042: John Joseph Adams on The Geek’s Guide To The Galaxy, …

TIH 045: Carousel Written and Narrated by Lisa L. Hannett

May 25th, 2015

24:05
In this podcast Lisa L. Hannett reads her short story ‘Carousel’ originally published in Bluegrass Symphony (Ticonderoga Publications, 2011). About Lisa L. Hannett Lisa L. Hannett has had over 60 short stories appear in …

TIH 044: Josh Malerman on Ghastle and Yule, and How To Tackle Self-Doubt and Finish Your Story

May 18th, 2015

44:07
In this podcast we interview Josh Malerman in part three of our interview. Josh talks about Ghastle and Yule, and how to tackle self-doubt and finish …

TIH 043: John Joseph Adams on Best American Science Fiction & Fantasy, Anthologies and Diversity

May 11th, 2015

59:13
In this podcast John Joseph Adams talks about putting together anthologies, Best American Science Fiction & Fantasy, ensuring diversity within …

TIH 042: John Joseph Adams on The Geek’s Guide To The Galaxy, Podcasts and Free Fiction

May 4th, 2015

56:57
In this podcast John Joseph Adams talks about The Geek’s Guide To The Galaxy, Podcasts, Free Fiction, Kickstarter and much more. About John Joseph Adams John Joseph Adams is the series editor of Best American Science …

TIH 041: Geoff Brown on Military Horror, Ghosts, Haunted Creative Retreats and Resident Evil

April 27th, 2015

1:16:17
In this podcast Geoff Brown talks about military horror, ghosts, haunted creative retreats, Resident Evil and more. About Geoff Brown Geoff Brown is an Australian writer and twice Australian Shadows Award …

TIH 040: A Pound of Flesh Written and Narrated by Fred Venturini

April 20th, 2015

44:17
In this podcast Fred Venturini reads his short story ‘A Pound of Flesh’ taken from the This Is Horror 2013 Anthology of the Year The Booked …

TIH 039: Bob Pastorella on Weird Crime, Writing Groups and Great Storytelling

April 13th, 2015

1:04:54
In this podcast Bob Pastorella talks about weird crime, writing critique groups and great storytelling. About Bob Pastorella Bob Pastorella lives in Southeast Texas. He’s the author of ‘To Watch Is Madness’, and has …

TIH 038: Andrew Pyper on Being A New York Times Bestseller, The Damned and Researching Sociopaths

April 6th, 2015

1:05:18
In this podcast Andrew Pyper talks about his success as a New York Times Bestselling Author, his brand new novel The Damned, researching sociopaths, and much more.  About Andrew Pyper Born in Stratford, Ontario, Andrew …

TIH 037: Josh Malerman on The Film Adaptation of Bird Box, Story Ideas and Intimidating Writers

March 25th, 2015

56:30
In this podcast Josh Malerman talks about Universal Studios and the film adaptation of Bird Box, his novella Ghastle and Yule and writers that …

TIH 036: Nathan Ballingrud on The Visible Filth, His Second Collection and What Writers Should and Shouldn’t Do

March 20th, 2015

58:32
In this podcast Nathan Ballingrud talks about The Visible Filth, His Second Collection, Winning The Shirley Jackson Award and What Writers Should and …

TIH 035: Josh Malerman on Bird Box, The ‘Horror’ Label and Overnight Success

March 17th, 2015

1:13:56
In this podcast Josh Malerman talks about Bird Box, the Horror label, overnight success, music, comedy, horror soundtracks, live readings and so much more!  About Josh Malerman Josh Malerman is the author of the novel …

TIH 034: Nathan Ballingrud on The Visible Filth, Stephen King Novels and Story Endings

March 10th, 2015

1:01:38
In this podcast Nathan Ballingrud talks about his forthcoming This Is Horror novella The Visible Filth, Stephen King Novels, Story Endings and why he doesn’t like writers writing stories about writers.  About Nathan …

TIH 033: To Watch Is Madness by Bob Pastorella

March 3rd, 2015

33:56
In this podcast This Is Horror present an audio recording of the short story ‘To Watch Is Madness’, written and narrated by Bob Pastorella. About Bob Pastorella Bob Pastorella lives in Southeast Texas. He’s the author …

TIH 032: Richard Thomas on Editing, Narrative Point of View and Literary Agents

February 24th, 2015

41:13
In this podcast Richard Thomas talks about editing, narrative point of view and literary agents.  About Richard Thomas Richard Thomas is the author of six books—Disintegration and The Breaker (Random House …

TIH 031: Richard Thomas on Writing Disintegration, Short Stories and Narrative Voice

February 17th, 2015

56:55
In this podcast Richard Thomas talks about writing his forthcoming novel Disintegration, crafting short stories, narrative voice and his short story ‘Asking For Forgiveness’.  About Richard Thomas Richard Thomas is the …

TIH 030: Asking For Forgiveness by Richard Thomas

February 10th, 2015

10:03
In this podcast This Is Horror present an audio recording of ‘Asking For Forgiveness’ written and narrated by Richard Thomas. ‘Asking For Forgiveness’ first appeared on the Menacing Hedge website. You can read it here. …

TIH 029: Stephen Graham Jones on Writing Fiction, Dialogue and Personal Development

February 4th, 2015

1:17:18
In this podcast Stephen Graham Jones talks about dialogue, what to and what not to do when writing, creating vs editing mode, daily habits and how fitness helps facilitate the creative process. You can listen to Stephen …

TIH 028: Thirteen by Stephen Graham Jones

January 27th, 2015

18:25
In this podcast This Is Horror present an audio recording of ‘Thirteen’ written and narrated by Stephen Graham Jones. ‘Thirteen’ is the opening story …

TIH 027: J David Osborne on Publishing, Daily Rituals and Making Reading Sexy

January 20th, 2015

1:00:05
In this podcast J David Osborne talks about the year ahead for Broken River Books, daily rituals and the reading resurgence. This is part two of our two part interview with J David Osborne. Please download TIH 026: J …

TIH 026: J David Osborne on Kickstarting An Indy Press

January 13th, 2015

1:08:00
In this podcast J David Osborne talks about kickstarting Broken River Books, a day in the life of a publisher, outsourcing, redefining genre and much more. This is part one of a two-part interview. The second part will …

TIH 025: Richard Thomas on The Do’s and Don’ts of Short Story Writing

January 6th, 2015

1:07:07
In this podcast Richard Thomas talks about horror writing in Transylvania, sending our horror fiction and what you should and shouldn’t do when …

TIH 024: Joe & Me Written and Narrated by David Moody

December 23rd, 2014

1:02:26
In this podcast This Is Horror and Infected Books proudly present Joe & Me written and narrated by David Moody.  Joe & Me Synopsis Joe is …

TIH 023: Adam Millard on Bizarro, Splatterpunk, The Human Santapede and Christmas Horror

December 16th, 2014

2:14:04
In this podcast Adam Millard discusses his christmas release, The Human Santapede, the evolution of his publishing house Crowded Quarantine, the …

TIH 022: Horror and Comedy with Jasper Bark and David James Keaton

November 28th, 2014

1:48:37
In this podcast we sit down with two award-winning authors, Jasper Bark and David James Keaton, to discuss horror, comedy and the link between the two. Topics [02:22] Interview starts and participants de-robe (yes, you …

TIH 021: David Moody and Wayne Simmons Interview

September 17th, 2014

1:30:19
In this podcast we sit down with David Moody and Wayne Simmons to talk about all things genre and much more. Topics [03:25] Interview start [04:20] How David and Wayne first met [07:57] The initial draft of Drop Dead …

TIH 020: Simon Bestwick on Writing Serials, Joel Lane and Plotting

August 20th, 2014

1:03:40
In this podcast we interview Simon Bestwick, author of The Faceless. We talk about Simon’s Black Mountain serial from Spectral Press, the writing …

TIH 019: Looking back at Hannibal Season Two with Booked

July 1st, 2014

1:40:30
In this podcast we sit down with Robb Olson and Livius Nedin from the Booked Podcast and discuss Hannibal Season Two. If you head over to the This Is Horror website you’ll also see a slideshow of Mads Mikkelsen’s suits …

TIH 018: Ray Cluley on Water For Drowning, What Makes A Good Short Story and The Joy Of Writing

June 20th, 2014

1:11:09
In this podcast we talk to the award-winning author Ray Cluley about his forthcoming This Is Horror release, Water For Drowning, the award-winning …

TIH 017: Stephen Graham Jones on What You Can and Can’t Learn From Creative Writing, Slasher Movies and Self-Doubt

May 6th, 2014

1:12:01
In this podcast we interview the award-winning author Stephen Graham Jones. We talk about his latest novel Not For Nothing, his This Is Horror …

TIH 016: Wayne Simmons on David Moody, Writing What You Know and Juggling Multiple Projects

April 11th, 2014

1:35:38
In this podcast we interview Wayne Simmons, the author of Plastic Jesus and a plethora of zombie novels. Wayne talks about writing, zombies, tattoos and much more. Topics [00:49] Wayne Simmons’ start in fiction writing …

TIH 015: Only God Forgives Review

February 18th, 2014

1:13:11
In this podcast we review Only God Forgives, written and directed by Nicolas Winding Refn and starring Ryan Gosling. Before we review Only God …

TIH 014: Simon Kurt Unsworth on Moving From A Small Press To Large Publishing House

January 23rd, 2014

1:05:16
In this podcast Dan Howarth interviews Simon Kurt Unsworth, the author of Quiet Houses and the forthcoming horror novel The Sorrowful. Simon talks …

TIH 013: The Booked. Anthology Review and Interview with Robb Olson and Livius Nedin

January 17th, 2014

1:17:40
In this podcast we review The Booked. Anthology whilst also interviewing the anthologists Livius Nedin and Robb Olson. Topics [01:30] Origins of the …

TIH 012: The Best British Fantasy 2013 and House of Small Shadows by Adam Nevill Book Reviews

October 7th, 2013

1:55:34
In this podcast we review The Best British Fantasy 2013 and House of Small Shadows by Adam Nevill, discuss the state of horror reviews and talk about what on earth we’re going to watch now that Breaking Bad has come to …

TIH 011: Paul Hyett on The Seasoning House and The Importance of Tension

September 24th, 2013

44:41
In this podcast we interview Paul Hyett, the writer and director of The Seasoning House. Topics [01:00] Paul Hyett interview and introduction to The …

TIH 010: Stephen McGeagh on Habit, Manchester and Creative Writing

July 26th, 2013

37:59
In this podcast we interview Stephen McGeagh, the author of Habit, a brand new horror novel from Salt Publishing. Topics [3:02] The genesis of Habit …

TIH 009: Joe Hill on NOS4A2, Family and Writing Novels

June 2nd, 2013

34:14
In this podcast Dan Howarth interviews Joe Hill in Liverpool Waterstone’s ahead of his NOS4R2/NOS4A2 launch. We then discuss the event in the This Is …

TIH 008: Whitstable by Stephen Volk Book Review

May 30th, 2013

56:03
In this podcast we review Whitstable by Stephen Volk. Whitstable was released by Spectral Press on 26 May to coincide with the centenary of Peter …

TIH 007: The Lords of Salem Review with Booked

April 30th, 2013

1:18:33
In this podcast we review The Lords of Salem with our friends at Booked Podcast, Livius Nedin and Robb Olson. Topics [01:10] Introductions [01:55] Past experiences with Rob Zombie [05:50] The Lords of Salem synopsis …

TIH 006: American Mary Review

April 28th, 2013

55:11
In this podcast we review American Mary directed and written by the Soska Sisters and starring Katharine Isabelle. Topics [0:35] American Mary synopsis [3:05] Previous output from the Soska Sisters and expectations …

TIH 005: The Bay Review and An Interview with Conrad Williams

April 21st, 2013

1:13:29
In this podcast we review Barry Levinson’s found footage horror film The Bay. Following on from this we interview Conrad Williams, award-winning …

TIH 004: Joseph D’Lacey on Splinters, Planning and Recurring Themes

March 11th, 2013

51:29
In this podcast Michael Wilson and John Costello interview Joseph D’Lacey with a particular focus on his short story collection from Timeline …

TIH 003: Splinters by Joseph D’Lacey Book Review and Son Of Porn by Joseph D’Lacey Fiction

March 6th, 2013

1:26:13
In this podcast we review the short story collection Splinters by Joseph D’Lacey. Following on from this Richard Kellum reads ‘Son of Porn’ by Joseph …

TIH 002: Before Dawn Review and An Interview with David Moody

February 18th, 2013

1:19:57
In this podcast we discuss and review Before Dawn, the debut feature-length film of Emmerdale star, Dominic Brunt. Following on from this we …

TIH 001: Chained Review and An Interview with Jennifer Lynch

February 4th, 2013

1:08:58
In this podcast we discuss Chained, directed by Jennifer Lynch and starring Vincent D’Onofrio, Julia Ormond and Eamon Farren. The discussion is …
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