This Is Horror Podcast

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TIH 552: Gwendolyn Kiste on Looking Forward to The Haunting of Velkwood Feb 11, 2024

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

TIH 551: Gwendolyn Kiste on the Wide Definition of Horror, From Indy to Traditional Publishers, and Writing Persistence Feb 06, 2024

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

TIH 550: Stephen J. Golds on Living in Japan, Writing Journey, and Early Life Lessons Jan 28, 2024

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

TIH 549: Gemma Amor on The Folly, True Crime, and Spirituality and Creativity Jan 23, 2024

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

TIH 548: Gemma Amor on Neurodiversity, The Power of Words, and Writing Challenges Jan 18, 2024

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

TIH 547: Analysing Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King with Laurel Hightower, Part II Jan 11, 2024

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In this podcast, we give Stephen King’s Mr. Mercedes the Story Unboxed treatment and begin to dissect and discuss this wonderful novel. This is the second part of our unboxing of Mr. Mercedes. Check out episode 526 for part one. [1:55] Jerome. [7:46] Holly. [37:13] The Climax: Concert Scene. [45:00] Epilogue and Reflections. [50:13] Stephen King's Genre Versatility. [53:39] King's Foray into Crime Genre. [1:00:47] Recommendations for Fans of Mr. Mercedes. [1:14:42] Personal Writing Progress. [1:22:06] Exploring TikTok as a Platform for Writers. [1:36:39] Final Thoughts and Recommendations. Full podcast show notes and a transcript are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-547-analysing-mr-mercedes-by-stephen-king-with-laurel-hightower-part-ii Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 546: Clay McLeod Chapman on What Kind of Mother, The Art of Writing Horror, and Navigating Social Media Jan 09, 2024

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

TIH 545: Clay McLeod Chapman on Short Stories and Hollywood, Raymond Carver, and Ambiguity in Fiction Jan 02, 2024

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In this podcast, Clay McLeod Chapman talks about short stories and Hollywood, Raymond Carver, ambiguity in fiction, and much more. [3:26] Conversation start. [12:50] Perfection within imperfection. [25:27] Short stories are seeds for features in Hollywood. [27:53] Writing process. [37:18] Praising editors. [39:49] Raymond Carver. [47:48] Donnie Darko: The Director’s Cut. [54:04] Paul Tremblay and ambiguity in fiction. [58:35] Blade Runner. [1:01:52] Reader/viewer expectations: Us and The Big Lebowski. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-545-clay-mcleod-chapman-on-short-stories-and-hollywood-raymond-carver-and-ambiguity-in-fiction Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 544: Rachel Harrison on Black Sheep, Religions vs. Cults, and Writing Routine Dec 23, 2023

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In this podcast, Rachel Harrison talks about Black Sheep, religion vs. cults, writing routine, and much more. [4:05] Religion vs. Cult. [10:27] Supernatural experience. [26:02] Writing Black Sheep. [34:03] Satanism in Black Sheep. [49:54] A typical working day [56:30] Future projects. [1:01:39] What should Rachel be kinder to herself about? [1:03:55] Connect with Rachel. [1:04:19] Final thoughts. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-544-rachel-harrison-on-black-sheep-religions-vs-cults-and-writing-routine Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 543: Rachel Harrison on Writing Horror Stories, Weddings, and Goblin Dec 20, 2023

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In this podcast, Rachel Harrison talks about writing horror stories, weddings, Goblin, and much more. [4:11] Early life lessons growing up. [9:11] Telling her mother stories. [13:59] Story taste growing up. [20:47] Jump-scares. [25:58] Working in TV. [35:41] Wedding culture. [40:03] Getting married. [47:21] Goblin and diet culture. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-543-rachel-harrison-on-writing-horror-stories-weddings-and-goblin Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

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