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TIH 016: Wayne Simmons on David Moody, Writing What You Know and Juggling Multiple Projects Apr 11, 2014

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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 [04:20] The influence of and friendship with David Moody [07:30] The filmic quality of Plastic Jesus [10:30] Screenwriting and film options [15:40] …

TIH 015: Only God Forgives Review Feb 18, 2014

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In this podcast we review Only God Forgives, written and directed by Nicolas Winding Refn and starring Ryan Gosling. Before we review Only God Forgives we recommend TV, films and books with Livius Nedin and Robb Olson from the Booked. Podcast. Topics [02:10] TV and film recommendations with Livius Nedin and Robb Olson (including Pump Up The Volume, …

TIH 014: Simon Kurt Unsworth on Moving From A Small Press To Large Publishing House Jan 23, 2014

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In this podcast Dan Howarth interviews Simon Kurt Unsworth, the author of Quiet Houses and the forthcoming horror novel The Sorrowful. Simon talks about writing, the editorial process, literary agents, small and large presses, film adaptations and his career to-date. Topics [01:25] Simon Kurt Unsworth’s back catalogue [04:46] The Sorrowful [08:45] Having a literary agent’s input [13:10] Moving …

TIH 013: The Booked. Anthology Review and Interview with Robb Olson and Livius Nedin Jan 17, 2014

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In this podcast we review The Booked. Anthology whilst also interviewing the anthologists Livius Nedin and Robb Olson. Topics [01:30] Origins of the Booked Anthology [04:00] A mix of genres within the anthology [14:22] The editorial process [16:30] LitReactor [19:45] Favourite Booked Anthology stories [32:35] Compiling the stories [39:05] A few good British anthologies [42:00] …

TIH 012: The Best British Fantasy 2013 and House of Small Shadows by Adam Nevill Book Reviews Oct 07, 2013

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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 a close. Joining us is special guest Livius Nedin from the Booked Podcast. Topics …

TIH 011: Paul Hyett on The Seasoning House and The Importance of Tension Sep 24, 2013

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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 Seasoning House [03:26] Keeping the subject matter sincere and authentic [05:12] Releasing The Seasoning House uncut [06:36] The challenge of a relative silent first half [08:05] Paul E. Francis’ soundtrack [10:19] …

TIH 010: Stephen McGeagh on Habit, Manchester and Creative Writing Jul 26, 2013

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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 [5:00] Working with Nicholas Royle [5:44] Sense of place and Manchester in Habit [7:20] Critical response and praise from contemporaries [9:19] Twisted Tales event [11:20] The blurring of genres within Habit …

TIH 009: Joe Hill on NOS4A2, Family and Writing Novels Jun 02, 2013

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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 Horror studio. Topics [1:30] Joe Hill interview [2:00] Weather banter [2:48] Intention and expectations when writing a novel [8:05] Christmas and the macabre [10:34] Inspiration and the vampire mythology [14:10] …

TIH 008: Whitstable by Stephen Volk Book Review May 30, 2013

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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 Cushing. Topics [1:50] Initial thoughts [9:40] Favourite and key scenes [10:12] The confrontation between Peter Cushing and Les Gledhill [18:55] The tearoom scene [21:05] Research into Whitstable [26:05] How does …

TIH 007: The Lords of Salem Review with Booked Apr 30, 2013

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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 [08:48] Revisiting the past/the witch trials [11:30] Expectations going into the film [13:30] Rob Zombie and originality [16:32] Music video …

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