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TIH 602: Eric LaRocca on At Dark, I Become Loathsome, Norman Reedus, and Queer Representation in Horror Feb 19, 2025

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In this podcast, Eric LaRocca talks about his brand new book, At Dark, I Become Loathsome, Norman Reedus, queer representation in horror, and much more. [3:20] Eric LaRocca’s highlights of 2024. [8:15] Working with multiple publishers and scheduling releases. [25:55] At Dark, I Become Loathsome journey to publication. [33:50] Norman Reedus. [40:14] Marketing for At Dark, I Become Loathsome. [42:30] Unabashedly queer horror and queer representation in horror. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-602-eric-larocca-on-at-dark-i-become-loathsome-norman-reedus-and-queer-representation-in-horror Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 601: Dan Howarth on Last Night of Freedom, Territory, and Survival Horror Feb 11, 2025

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In this podcast, Dan Howarth talks about his debut novel, Last Night of Freedom, Territory, survival horror, and much more. [4:22] Biggest changes for Dan in the last year. [9:07] Writing locations. [28:28] The genesis of Last Night of Freedom. [1:03:40] Writing from multiple perspectives. [1:14:25] Territory and thematic parallels with Last Night of Freedom. [1:28:31] Book release routine. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-601-dan-howarth-on-last-night-of-freedom-territory-and-survival-horror Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 600: Chuck Palahniuk Dissects His Infamous Short Story Guts Feb 03, 2025

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In this podcast, Chuck Palahniuk dissects his infamous short story 'Guts'. [2:38] Conversation with Chuck begins. [9:38] The twentieth anniversary of Guts. [15:09] Did Chuck expect people to faint. [20:18] The invisible carrot. [32:30] Submerging the I. [1:07:09] Writing effectively in the second person. [1:08:36] Final thoughts. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-600-chuck-palahniuk-dissects-his-infamous-short-story-guts Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 599: L. P. Hernandez on In the Valley of the Headless Men, Expanding The Last of Our Kind, and Story Planning Jan 30, 2025

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In this podcast, L. P. Hernandez talks about In the Valley of the Headless Men, expanding The Last of Our Kind, story planning, and much more. [3:20] From the Red Dirt. [9:00] Planning stories. [24:08] Offerings to an Old God. [29:05] Expanding The Last of Our Kind. [39:05] In The Valley of the Headless Men. [53:48] Advice to eighteen-year-old self. [54:35] Future writing plans. [1:01:28] Connect with L. P. and final thoughts. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-599-l-p-hernandez-on-in-the-valley-of-the-headless-men-expanding-the-last-of-our-kind-and-story-planning Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 598: L. P. Hernandez on No Gods, Only Chaos, Early Life Lessons, and Military Service Jan 21, 2025

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In this podcast, L. P. Hernandez talks about No Gods, Only Chaos, early life lessons, military service, and much more. [3:20] Early life lessons. [9:50] Books read in the early years. [16:20] Parental influence and early writing. [22:20] Paranormal experiences in Guam. [34:25] Military service and writing career. [45:30] Sobelo Books. [58:25] No Gods, Only Chaos. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-598-l-p-hernandez-on-no-gods-only-chaos-early-life-lessons-and-military-service Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 597: David Moody on Atheists Writing the Supernatural, Serialising a Novel, and Selective Mutism Jan 15, 2025

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In this podcast, David Moody talks about atheists writing the supernatural, serialising a novel, selective mutism, and much more. [3:50] Writing about ghosts as an atheist. [11:05] Forthcoming book, Dirty Day. [16:00] Marketing and publishing challenges. [22:00] Hybrid publishing. [26:20] Setting stories in London. [29:00] Forthcoming London-based trilogy. [32:30] Selective mutism. [49:15] Serialising a novel. [1:07:30] Connect with David. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-597-david-moody-on-atheists-writing-the-supernatural-serialising-a-novel-and-selective-mutism Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 596: David Moody on Shadowlocked, Beta Reader Feedback, and Character Dynamics Jan 08, 2025

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In this podcast, David Moody talks about Shadowlocked, beta reader feedback, character dynamics, and much more. [3:05] Conversation start. [12:45] Shadowlocked. [19:00] Character dynamics and reader engagement. [25:15] Beta readers and feedback. [35:20] Impact of personal experiences on writing. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-596-david-moody-on-shadowlocked-beta-reader-feedback-and-character-dynamics Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 595: Danger Slater on The Structure of Starlet, Kit Kats, and The Danger Slater Origin Story Dec 31, 2024

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In this podcast, Danger Slater talks about the structure of Starlet, Kit Kats, the Danger Slater origin story, and much more. [3:40] Starlet structure, imagining it as a movie, and the dark side of Hollywood. [25:12] Kit Kats. [38:30] Current work in progress. [53:41] The origin of the Danger Slater pen name. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-595-danger-slater-on-the-structure-of-starlet-kit-kats-and-the-danger-slater-origin-story Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 594: Danger Slater on Starlet, Writing During the Pandemic, and the Dark Side of Celebrity Dec 16, 2024

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In this podcast, Danger Slater talks about Starlet, writing during the pandemic, the dark side of celebrity, and much more. [4:05] Writing during the pandemic. [6:05] House of Rot. [24:35] Writing, financial responsibilities, and side hustles. [35:50] Starlet and the dark side of Hollywood. [47:30] Blending humour and horror. [57:30] Writing and planning process. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-594-danger-slater-on-starlet-writing-during-the-pandemic-and-the-dark-side-of-celebrity Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

TIH 593: David Dastmalchian on Knights vs. Samurai, Count Crowley, and Embracing Horror Dec 04, 2024

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In this podcast, David Dastmalchian talks about Knights vs. Samurai, Count Crowley, embracing horror, and much more. [4:10] David Dastmalchian growing up in a religious household and discovering his love for horror. [12:55] Horror hosts and Bible stories. [17:10] David's struggles with identity, addiction, and embracing his passion for horror. [33:05] The creation and themes of David's graphic novel. [53:45] The inspiration and cultural influences behind. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-593-david-dastmalchian-on-knights-vs-samurai-count-crowley-and-embracing-horror Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror

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