E110: Jess Armstrong and THE CURSE OF PENRYTH HALL

Today, I chat with Jess Armstrong about her delightful gothic novel, THE CURSE OF PENRYTH HALL. It’s a historical mystery romp much like the Veronica Speedwell novels we love from Deanna Reybourn, but Jess puts a gothic spin on this story and adds witches and folklore. It’s a lot of fun and you can find it in my online bookshop if you want to support both the podcast as well as independent bookstores nationwide. Link below. Thank you for listening!

E109: The Beautiful Horror Novels of Constance Sayers

 

Today, I chat with Constance Sayers about her beautiful gothic novels, including her newest one, THE STAR AND THE STRANGE MOON. It’s a book about an obscure French horror film, and the actress who disappeared into it. It’s a gorgeous book, like all of her other horror novels,  which you can find in my online bookshop if you want to support both the podcast as well as independent bookstores nationwide. Links below. Thank you for listening!

E108: Jessica McHugh and THE QUIET WAYS I DESTROY YOU

 

Today, I chat with Jessica McHugh about her new Black Out Poetry book, THE QUIET WAYS I DESTROY YOU, which was inspired by the beloved classic, LITTLE WOMEN. We discussed her process, female rage, and her previous collections inspired by THE SECRET GARDEN and FRANKENSTEIN. You can find Jessica’s books in my online bookshop if you want to support both the podcast as well as independent bookstores nationwide. 

E107: CANDY CAIN KILLS and Christmas Slasher Movies with Brian McAuley

 

Today, I chat (and laugh a lot) with Brian McAuley about the bloodier side of Holiday Horror. We discuss new book, CANDY CAIN KILLS, which is part of the VHS series from Shortwave Books. I was surprised at how much heart was in this slasher, and I think this book will appeal to a wide range of readers. You can find CANDY CAIN KILLS in my online bookshop if you want to support both the podcast as well as independent bookstores nationwide. 

E106: Holiday Horror with Sadie Hartmann

 

Today, I chat with ⁠Sadie Hartmann⁠ about Holiday Horror. We discuss what makes this time of year perfect for horror and gothic, and we give both movie and book recommendations to help you settle into these cold nights with the sort of spookiness that almost feels cozy. You can find our book recommendations in my online bookshop if you want to support both the podcast as well as independent bookstores nationwide. I've made a list with the books we discuss in the episode, as well as the books discussed in my previous Holiday Horror episode with PN Hinton. I've also added any of the Seth's "Ghost Story for Christmas" books that are still in print. Please let me know if there is something you think I should add! Thanks for joining me today!