Podcasts about dark fiction

Guest: Stephen Jay Schwartz, Website | https://www.stephenjayschwartz.com/_____________________________Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals PodcastWebsite: https://www.marcociappelli.com_____________________________Episode Title: The Rhythm of Storytelling: From Screenwriting to Novels with Stephen Jay SchwartzGuest: Stephen Jay SchwartzShort Intro: How does storytelling change across books, movies, and music? Stephen Jay Schwartz joins Marco to discuss the art of crafting stories that resonate across mediums.Show Notes:Storytelling is more than words on a page—it's rhythm, structure, and emotion. In this episode of Audio Signals, Marco Ciappelli welcomes back Stephen Jay Schwartz, a novelist, screenwriter, and former director of development in Hollywood. Their conversation explores the differences between writing novels and screenplays, the challenge of adapting stories across mediums, and the musicality of language in writing.What happens when a book becomes a movie? Many argue the book is always better, but is that really the case? Schwartz, having worked closely with directors and screenwriters, explains how the transition from text to film is often a process of distillation—finding the essence of a story and reshaping it to fit a new format. He shares insights from his experience in Hollywood, where screenplays often change hands and visions evolve. Does this creative transformation enhance the original work, or does it strip away its soul?The discussion then shifts to a more fundamental aspect of storytelling: rhythm. Drawing from his musical background, Schwartz describes how writing, much like composing music, involves an inherent cadence. Sentences have beats, paragraphs flow with momentum, and dialogue needs a natural tempo. Whether consciously or not, every good writer crafts their prose with a certain musicality that enhances readability and engagement.Marco and Stephen also touch on the way different minds visualize stories. Not everyone ‘sees' scenes play out in their head while reading—some need visual prompts, while others experience narrative through an auditory lens. How does this affect the way we consume stories? With attention spans shrinking, are we losing the patience for immersive storytelling in books, gravitating instead toward visually driven media?Before wrapping up, they pose a philosophical question: When is a story truly finished? Da Vinci reportedly never considered the Mona Lisa complete, and writers often feel similarly about their work. Does a story ever really end, or does it just reach a stopping point?For anyone fascinated by the intersection of storytelling, film, and music, this episode offers thought-provoking insights. Tune in for a conversation that challenges assumptions about creative processes and the evolving landscape of narrative arts._____________________________ResourcesBio, books, and more: https://www.stephenjayschwartz.com/_____________________________For more podcast stories from Audio Signals: https://www.itspmagazine.com/audio-signalsWatch the video version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllQvnJ8eHUlVX8AuyhehtexAAre you interested in advertising your brand on ITSPmagazine?

Guest: Stephen Jay Schwartz, Website | https://www.stephenjayschwartz.com/_____________________________Host: Marco Ciappelli, Co-Founder at ITSPmagazine [@ITSPmagazine] and Host of Redefining Society Podcast & Audio Signals PodcastWebsite: https://www.marcociappelli.com_____________________________Episode Title: The Rhythm of Storytelling: From Screenwriting to Novels with Stephen Jay SchwartzGuest: Stephen Jay SchwartzShort Intro: How does storytelling change across books, movies, and music? Stephen Jay Schwartz joins Marco to discuss the art of crafting stories that resonate across mediums.Show Notes:Storytelling is more than words on a page—it's rhythm, structure, and emotion. In this episode of Audio Signals, Marco Ciappelli welcomes back Stephen Jay Schwartz, a novelist, screenwriter, and former director of development in Hollywood. Their conversation explores the differences between writing novels and screenplays, the challenge of adapting stories across mediums, and the musicality of language in writing.What happens when a book becomes a movie? Many argue the book is always better, but is that really the case? Schwartz, having worked closely with directors and screenwriters, explains how the transition from text to film is often a process of distillation—finding the essence of a story and reshaping it to fit a new format. He shares insights from his experience in Hollywood, where screenplays often change hands and visions evolve. Does this creative transformation enhance the original work, or does it strip away its soul?The discussion then shifts to a more fundamental aspect of storytelling: rhythm. Drawing from his musical background, Schwartz describes how writing, much like composing music, involves an inherent cadence. Sentences have beats, paragraphs flow with momentum, and dialogue needs a natural tempo. Whether consciously or not, every good writer crafts their prose with a certain musicality that enhances readability and engagement.Marco and Stephen also touch on the way different minds visualize stories. Not everyone ‘sees' scenes play out in their head while reading—some need visual prompts, while others experience narrative through an auditory lens. How does this affect the way we consume stories? With attention spans shrinking, are we losing the patience for immersive storytelling in books, gravitating instead toward visually driven media?Before wrapping up, they pose a philosophical question: When is a story truly finished? Da Vinci reportedly never considered the Mona Lisa complete, and writers often feel similarly about their work. Does a story ever really end, or does it just reach a stopping point?For anyone fascinated by the intersection of storytelling, film, and music, this episode offers thought-provoking insights. Tune in for a conversation that challenges assumptions about creative processes and the evolving landscape of narrative arts._____________________________ResourcesBio, books, and more: https://www.stephenjayschwartz.com/_____________________________For more podcast stories from Audio Signals: https://www.itspmagazine.com/audio-signalsWatch the video version on-demand on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLnYu0psdcllQvnJ8eHUlVX8AuyhehtexAAre you interested in advertising your brand on ITSPmagazine?

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a text Ep 567: In Scarlet's House, Chapter 4, Dark Fantasy Erotica, A Dark Fantasy Fiction Series. Written by Ruan Willow, Narrated by Ruan Willow and David MyersStory Blurb:Scarlet had become a powerful witch. She also had beauty and brains, but what she was missing was a grand house and some wealth to her name, so she sought George. He blubbered his way through their marriage until he was as annoying as a bug, or an overripe houseguest. That didn't take long. She had plans for him though, big plans.  When Scarlet invited Arianna, her secret love, over to her new husband George's mansion, the girl's night she had promised turned out to be quite decadent indeed. It was complete with a much-needed reconnection for the women, a barely clothed muscle clad chef to ogle, and enough servants, with the promise of extra benefits, to satiate even Cleopatra.  But it turns out having everything doesn't sit well with a dominant witch, until she's truly satisfied with everyone where she wants them.  Tropes: Femdom dark fantasy & sci fi, forced proximity, shrinking and growing woman, magic, HEA, humiliation, degradation, explicit scenes and language, LGTBQ, elements of horror.Stay tuned for more of Mallory and Derek's story, and the next installment of "In Scarlet's House" as well!Subscription Process:Join now for access to all the padlocked episodes! Many people have reached out to me about how to access the padlocked episodes once they've signed up, unfortunately I can't respond to fan mail, but I can put some information here.  After subscribing, you should have received an email with your Personal RSS Feed. Then take that RSS Feed and subscribe to it through your favorite listening app. Check out this article for those steps .If you have troubles, you can also email support@buzzsprout.com for further assistance.Subscribe for exclusive episodes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/subscribeSign up for Ruan's newsletters: https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillowhttps://linktr.ee/RuanWillowI Dare You book https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/idareyouthesaturdaysexchallenge

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a textEp 565: In Scarlet's House, Chapter 3, Dark Fantasy Erotica, A Dark Fantasy Fiction Series. Written by Ruan Willow, Narrated by Ruan Willow and David MyersStory Blurb:Scarlet had become a powerful witch. She also had beauty and brains, but what she was missing was a grand house and some wealth to her name, so she sought George. He blubbered his way through their marriage until he was as annoying as a bug, or an overripe houseguest. That didn't take long. She had plans for him though, big plans.  When Scarlet invited Arianna, her secret love, over to her new husband George's mansion, the girl's night she had promised turned out to be quite decadent indeed. It was complete with a much-needed reconnection for the women, a barely clothed muscle clad chef to ogle, and enough servants, with the promise of extra benefits, to satiate even Cleopatra.  But it turns out having everything doesn't sit well with a dominant witch, until she's truly satisfied with everyone where she wants them.  Tropes: Femdom dark fantasy & sci fi, forced proximity, shrinking and growing woman, magic, HEA, humiliation, degradation, explicit scenes and language, LGTBQ, elements of horror.Stay tuned for more of Mallory and Derek's story, and the next installment of "In Scarlet's House" as well!Subscription Process:Join now for access to all the padlocked episodes! Many people have reached out to me about how to access the padlocked episodes once they've signed up, unfortunately I can't respond to fan mail, but I can put some information here.  After subscribing, you should have received an email with your Personal RSS Feed. Then take that RSS Feed and subscribe to it through your favorite listening app. Check out this article for those steps .If you have troubles, you can also email support@buzzsprout.com for further assistance.Subscribe for exclusive episodes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/subscribeSign up for Ruan's newsletters: https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillowhttps://linktr.ee/RuanWillowI Dare You book https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/idareyouthesaturdaysexchallenge

Subscriber-only episodeSend us a textEpisode 562: In Scarlet's House, Chapter 2, Dark Fantasy Erotica, A Dark Fantasy Fiction Series. Written by Ruan Willow, Narrated by Ruan Willow and David MyersStory Blurb:Scarlet had become a powerful witch. She also had beauty and brains, but what she was missing was a grand house and some wealth to her name, so she sought George. He blubbered his way through their marriage until he was as annoying as a bug, or an overripe houseguest. That didn't take long. She had plans for him though, big plans.  When Scarlet invited Arianna, her secret love, over to her new husband George's mansion, the girl's night she had promised turned out to be quite decadent indeed. It was complete with a much-needed reconnection for the women, a barely clothed muscle clad chef to ogle, and enough servants, with the promise of extra benefits, to satiate even Cleopatra.  But it turns out having everything doesn't sit well with a dominant witch, until she's truly satisfied with everyone where she wants them.  Tropes: Femdom dark fantasy & sci fi, forced proximity, shrinking and growing woman, magic, HEA, humiliation, degradation, explicit scenes and language, LGTBQ, elements of horror.Stay tuned for more of Mallory and Derek's story, and the next installment of "In Scarlet's House" as well!Subscription Process:Join now for access to all the padlocked episodes! Many people have reached out to me about how to access the padlocked episodes once they've signed up, unfortunately I can't respond to fan mail, but I can put some information here.  After subscribing, you should have received an email with your Personal RSS Feed. Then take that RSS Feed and subscribe to it through your favorite listening app. Check out this article for those steps .If you have troubles, you can also email support@buzzsprout.com for further assistance.Subscribe for exclusive episodes: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1599808/subscribeSign up for Ruan's newsletters: https://subscribepage.io/ruanwillowhttps://linktr.ee/RuanWillowI Dare You book https://books.ruanwillowauthor.com/idareyouthesaturdaysexchallenge

Hey Horror Fans!!!This week on Mostly Horror, Steve and Sean dig into some intriguing horror headlines! They discuss rumors of Robert Eggers possibly directing a Labyrinth sequel with the Jim Henson Company, Bret Easton Ellis casting doubt on the legitimacy of Austin Butler playing Patrick Bateman in a new American Psycho project, and some surprising CGI updates to Alien: Romulus for its physical release.Then, they sit down with the incredible Eric LaRocca to discuss his chilling new novella At Dark I Become Loathsome. Eric opens up about the catharsis of horror, how long-held fears like cancer and mortality evolve into recurring themes in his work, and why he's fascinated by the monstrous things humans do to one another. They also dive into his influences, from Clive Barker to Universal Monsters, and the delicate balance between beauty and depravity in his storytelling.Finally, Eric takes on the Spook'em Scare'em Starter Kit with some delightfully twisted prompts inspired by giallo, monsters, and more!This episode is incredibly insightful, unsettling, and a whole lot of fun so...COME HANG OUT!!!Follow Us on Social Media:Instagram & Threads: @mostlyhorrorpodTikTok & Twitter/X: @mostlyhorrorSteve: @stevenisaverage on all socialsSean: @hypocrite.ink on IG/TikTok, @hypocriteink on Twitter/XEnjoy this episode? Don't forget to subscribe, rate and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform! For early Access and ad-free episodes, subscribe on Wondery+.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Send us a textTo the Kickstarter!With art by Tyrone Le Roux-Atterbury, Filipe Pagliuso, Rune Hrafnagaldur, Anthony Ventura, and Alicja Tereszczenko, a Mörk Borg Campaign & more!Pilgrim is an epic tale of medieval horror set in 12th century Jerusalem. Inspired by a rich blend of Arabic, Christian, and pre-Islamic traditions, Pilgrim's pages are filled with blaspheming pagans, the djinn they worship, idolatrous zealots, blood-thirsty crusader kings, and mad old gods… to say nothing of the monsters that stalk the hills of Old Samaria and beyond. This limited edition includes 12 full-page illustrations by artist Tyrone Le Roux-Atterbury, 9 character illustrations by Filipe Pagliuso, full-colour book ends by Alicja Tereszczenko, an illustrated slipcase by Anthony Ventura, custom interior design, medieval chapter drop caps, metallic rose gold on the front, spine and rear, gold edged pages, ribbon bookmark. Pilgrim: The Deluxe Illustrated Limited Edition. by Sentinel Creatives — KickstarterSupport the show

Our story tonight is called The Secret Stair, and it's a story about a costume party on Halloween night at the Inn. It's also about the bonfire down by the lake, a whiskered face at the window, a mystery waiting in the library and a reminder of what is sacred and worth your attention and what is not. We give to a different charity each week, and this week, we are giving to Greater Good on the ground in Florida and North Carolina, delivering emergency relief in the devastating aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Learn more in our show notes. Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for the NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or follow the link below nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription.  Listen to our new show, Stories from the Village of Nothing Much, on your favorite podcast app.  Join us tomorrow morning for a meditation at nothingmuchhappens.com/first-this. Save over $100 on Kathryn's hand-selected wind-down favorites with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box. A collection of products from our amazing partners: Eversio Wellness: Chill Now Vellabox: Lavender Silk Candle Alice Mushrooms Nightcap Nutrachamps Tart Cherry Gummies A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book NuStrips Sleep Strips Woolzies Lavender Roll-On Purchase Our Book: https://bit.ly/Nothing-Much-HappensSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our stories today take us into the warm Curios Shop on a chilly day, out to the Inn to investigate a dark knot in a tall tree in the side yard, and through the iron gate at the graveyard to read the names on the stones. We'll sip tea, consider our dreams, find friends, and mend what is broken in Sycamore and the Gravestones parts 1, 2, & 3. Scary Stuff HappensBegin Again meditation on First This.Follow us on Instagram! Save over $100 on Kathryn's hand-selected wind-down favorites with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box. A collection of products from our amazing partners: • Eversio Wellness: Chill Now• Vellabox: Lavender Silk Candle• Alice Mushrooms Nightcap• Nutrachamps Tart Cherry Gummies• A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book• NuStrips Sleep Strips• Woolzies Lavender Roll-On Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or follow the link below nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription  Visit nothingmuchhappens.com for more Village fun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our stories today take us into the warm Curios Shop on a chilly day, out to the Inn to investigate a dark knot in a tall tree in the side yard, and through the iron gate at the graveyard to read the names on the stones. We'll sip tea, consider our dreams, find friends, and mend what is broken in Sycamore and the Gravestones parts 1, 2, & 3. Scary Stuff HappensBegin Again meditation on First This.Follow us on Instagram! Save over $100 on Kathryn's hand-selected wind-down favorites with the Nothing Much Happens Wind-Down Box. A collection of products from our amazing partners: • Eversio Wellness: Chill Now• Vellabox: Lavender Silk Candle• Alice Mushrooms Nightcap• Nutrachamps Tart Cherry Gummies• A Brighter Year Mini Coloring Book• NuStrips Sleep Strips• Woolzies Lavender Roll-On Subscribe for ad-free, bonus, and extra-long episodes now, as well as ad-free and early episodes of Stories from the Village of Nothing Much! Search for NMH Premium channel on Apple Podcasts or follow the link below nothingmuchhappens.com/premium-subscription  Visit nothingmuchhappens.com for more Village fun.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join hosts Christine Daigle, Kevin Tumlinson, and Jena Brown as they discuss the week's entertainment news, including Lauren Sánchez, Honey & Wax, Banned Books Week, and Kindle Vella. Then, stick around for a chat with Michelle Chouinard! Michelle Chouinard is the USA Today, Publishers Weekly, and Amazon Charts bestselling author behind The Serial-Killer Guide to San Francisco (coming soon), The Vacation and the Detective Jo Fournier series (featuring The Dancing Girls, Taken to the Grave, Her Daughter's Cry, and The Other Mothers). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/writersink/support

In this edition we chat with author Lyndsey Croal about her new and acclaimed short fiction collection “Limelight”,  We are also joined by Limelight's publisher Alan Lastufka from Shortwave Publishing for a conversation about the topics covered in the collection, Lyndsey's writing and inspiration and the world of indie publishing.  The podcast includes excerpts from Limelight.  If you would like to learn more about Lyndsey Croal you can visit her website https://lyndseycroal.co.uk/   Here you can order copies of Lyndsey's books and subscribe to her newsletter  You can also follow Lyndsey on social media https://twitter.com/writerlyndshttps://www.instagram.com/lyndseycroal/ To find out more about Shortwave Publishing and their work visit their website here https://shortwavepublishing.com/ You can follow Shortwave on social media https://x.com/ShortwaveBookshttps://www.instagram.com/shortwavebooks/ The stories featured in today's podcast are copyright Lyndsey Croal and may not be reproduced in whole or part without the author's permission. The dramatised version of “A Ring Around” starred Tiffany Clare as Elara + Dina and Emily Inkpen as Sage.  It was co-directed and recorded by Tiffany and Emily with sound design and music by Chris Gregory.The readings were by Chris Gregory and Lyndsey Croal If you would like to find out more about Alternative Stories and our work you can visit our website here https://alternativestories.com/ Or contact us via office@alternativestories.com  And if you would like to find out more about and support The Dex Legacy Season 3 Kickstarter please go to https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/emilyinkpen/the-dex-legacy-science-fiction-audio-drama-season-3 Join us next time for an interview with the writer of the Dex Legacy Emily Inkpen. Support the show

Scotty talks to Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson Award-winning author, editor, anthologist, and publisher Eric J. Guignard about growing up in sunny southern California, how his early interest in "Hardy Boys" adventure novels combined with his fascination with the short horror tale to craft his own unique sensibility, and how--after the 2008 financial crash--he finally decided to pursue his dreams of becoming a writer. Scotty and Eric then do a deep dive into Eric's award-winning collection ""That Which Grows Wild: 16 Tales of Dark Fiction" (2018, Cemetary Dance), and discuss Eric's Stoker-nominated novel "Doorways to the Deadeye" (2019, Journalstone) Eric also talks about taking over and operating the horror press Dark Moon Books, his passion for publishing quality fiction anthologies, and what it's like editing legendary authors like Joe R. Lansdale and Bentley Little. And, of course, they spend a few minutes at the end talking about a movie. This time the film in question is the underrated direct-to-video prequel "From Dusk Till Dawn 3: The Hangman's Daughter"--a surprisingly effective mashup of the Spaghetti Western and the B-vampire flick. You can find Eric online at http://www.ericjguignard.com You can find Dark Moon Books at http://www.darkmoonbooks.com You can get your copy of "That Which Grows Wild: 16 Tales of Dark Fiction" here: https://www.amazon.com/That-Which-Grows-Wild-Fiction/dp/1949491005 You can get your copy of "Doorways to the Deadeye" here: https://www.amazon.com/Doorways-Deadeye-Eric-J-Guignard-ebook/dp/B07VF7S58B/ You can find "+Horror Library Volume 7+" (including Scotty's story "Giant and Child: A Fugue" at http://www.darkmoonbooks.com/Horror_Library_7.html You can find "Professor Charlatan Bardot's Travel Anthology to the Most (Fictional) Haunted Buildings in the Weird, Wild World" at http://www.darkmoonbooks.com/travel_anthology.html You can find "After Death..." (featuring Alvaro Rodriguez' "Boy, 7") at https://www.amazon.com/After-Death-John-Langan-ebook/dp/B074TTRHJK/ Be sure to tune in to Daniel Braum's YouTube series "Night Time Logic." The series focuses on the strange, weird, and wonderful side of dark fiction through readings and discussions with diverse authors from around the world. You can tune in on Daniel's You Tube Channel, which is his name DanielBraum or @danielbraum7838. Author Paul Tremblay will appear live on August 29 at 7 p.m., EST: https://www.facebook.com/events/797113355174358 This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Pilgrim: A Medieval Horror is now available from Amazon and Audible. You can listen to the full story there! Chapter 1-4 is available here. Written by Mitchell LüthiPerformed by Alan TurtonSet in 12th-century Jerusalem, Pilgrim follows the treacherous journey of a German knight and his companions as they return home after seven arduous years battling for God in the Holy Land. Within this sprawling tale lies a tapestry of medieval horror, intertwining history and folklore, encompassing both a metaphysical and literal odyssey.Inspired by a rich blend of Arabic, Christian, and pre-Islamic traditions, Pilgrim delivers a pulse-pounding story of action, adventure, and bone-chilling horror.Support the Show.

You can listen to the full audiobook on Audible! Available now!Written by Mitchell LüthiPerformed by Alan TurtonSet in 12th-century Jerusalem, Pilgrim follows the treacherous journey of a German knight and his companions as they return home after seven arduous years battling for God in the Holy Land. Within this sprawling tale lies a tapestry of medieval horror, intertwining history and folklore, encompassing both a metaphysical and literal odyssey.Inspired by a rich blend of Arabic, Christian, and pre-Islamic traditions, Pilgrim delivers a pulse-pounding story of action, adventure, and bone-chilling horror.Support the Show.

Karl and I are at it again with another action-packed episode of Darkness Weaves, our exploration of Karl Edwar Wagner's Dark Fiction and Fantasy writing.  This week we discuss the short story Misericorde, originally published back in 1983 in Sorcerer's Apprentice.   Intro:    “All the Dark Things / Darkness Weaves” – Mike Hill Outro:  “Craven” - Atrament

Molly talks with Chandler Morrison about his book, "American Narcissus".   ABOUT "AMERICAN NARCISSUS" The American dream is dead, and Los Angeles is burning. Stoned and porn-addicted surfer Baxter Kent is terrified of women and anxious to make things work with a sex robot. Acid junkie Arden Coover has a useless philosophy degree and a doomed relationship he believes might save him. His younger sister Tess is considering, or resisting, a convenient but loveless marriage to a wealthy, narcissistic novelist. Ryland Richter, an alcoholic insurance executive with too much money and too few scruples, is seeking toxic solace in the arms of a dangerously unhinged subordinate. As wildfires rage, this lost and hopeless cast makes their way through the embers of Los Angeles and beyond in a desperate search for meaning and connection in a world without a future. Chandler Morrison's latest satire explores our search for love in all the wrong places, and what happens when we think we find it.   ABOUT CHANDLER MORRISON Chandler Morrison is the author of eight books, including Dead Inside and #thighgap. His short fiction has appeared in numerous anthologies and literary journals. He lives in Los Angeles.   _______________________________________________________________ One easy way to support this show is to rate and review Read Between the Lines wherever you listen to our podcast.  Those ratings really help us and help others find our show. Read Between the Lines is hosted by Molly Southgate and is produced/edited by Rob Southgate for Southgate Media Group.    Follow this show on Facebook @ReadBetweentheLinesPod Follow our parent network on Twitter at @SMGPods Make sure to follow SMG on Facebook too at @SouthgateMediaGroup Learn more, subscribe, or contact Southgate Media Group at www.southgatemediagroup.com.   Check out our webpage at southgatemediagroup.com  

Dark Side of the Library Minisode #115: "Zone One: A Novel" by Colson Whitehead  (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you)   Zone One: A Novel  https://amzn.to/3wq2ukl   Colson Whitehead: https://www.colsonwhitehead.com/ https://www.instagram.com/colsonwhitehead/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colson_Whitehead     Dark Side of the Library Amazon Live Channel: https://www.amazon.com/live/darksideofthelibrary/ Dark Side of the Library Podcast:  https://www.darksideofthelibrary.com/ Dark Side of the Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darksideofthelibrary Dark Side of the Library on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/darksideofthelibrary

On episode #59 of Josh's Worst Nightmare Oddcast, host Josh Schlossberg gets scientific with Haldane B. Doyle, author of OUR VITREOUS WOMB, as they dissect the portrayal of biology in horror and sci-fi fiction.

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #167: Dark Adult Fiction Coming Out January 2024 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) Anna O, by Matthew Blake (Jan 2) https://amzn.to/4aUDAZV   The Atlas Complex, by Olivie Blake (Jan 9) https://amzn.to/49izNog   The City of Stardust, by Georgia Summers (Jan 30) https://amzn.to/3QRZIw1   The Djinn Waits a Hundred Years: A Novel, by Shubnum Khan (January 9) https://amzn.to/47AGK2g   Eye of a Little God, by A.J. Steiger (Jan 2) https://amzn.to/40mFZaC   Exordia, by Seth Dickinson (January 23) https://amzn.to/414xMIH   The Fury, by Alex Michaelides (January 16) https://amzn.to/3TPc8Xp   Gothikana by RuNyx (Jan 23) https://amzn.to/3seZHbV   The Heiress, by Rachel Hawkins (Jan 9) https://amzn.to/3tYVYj4   The House of Last Resort, by Christopher Golden (Jan 30) https://amzn.to/47bhOPj   The Last Immortal, by Natalie Gibson (Jan 23) https://amzn.to/3SqBk5E   Maude Horton's Glorious Revenge, by Lizzie Pook (Jan 16) https://amzn.to/3Smvylp   Midnight on Beacon Street: A Novel, by Emily Ruth Verona (January 30) https://amzn.to/476IK1x   The Mysterious Case of the Alperton Angels, by Janice Hallett (Jan 23) https://amzn.to/3u6kcYD   The Parliament, by Aimee Pokwatka (Jan 16) https://amzn.to/49hZ4Po   Rosemary's Baby (Reprint, with Chuck Palahniuk foreword), by Ira Levin (Jan 9)  https://amzn.to/40otxHj   Sanctuary of the Shadow, by Aurora Ascher (January 9) https://amzn.to/3TwKE8s   Sons of Darkness, by Gourav Mohanty (January 9) https://amzn.to/47cy1m9   Where You End, by Abbott Kahler (Jan 16) https://amzn.to/45X2t3a   Wild Magic, by Alexandra Ivy (Jan 2) https://amzn.to/3tuk6dL   Womb City, by Tlotlo Tsamaase (Jan 23) https://amzn.to/46W7bzE   Dark Side of the Library Amazon Live Channel:  https://www.amazon.com/live/darksideofthelibrary/ Dark Side of the Library Podcast: https://www.darksideofthelibrary.com/ Dark Side of the Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darksideofthelibrary Dark Side of the Library on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darksideofthelibrary

Welcome to the first of two spine-tingling compilation episodes! Balance out the season's cheer with three of Stranger's most chilling dark fiction stories, written and narrated by Anodyne Von. This special episode has a trifecta of terror including whispering shadow people, hungry changelings, and blood-thirsty entities. These stories are bound to transport you to worlds far from the one that you know where the dark things in the shadows aren't always the monster. Perfect for fans of horror, suspense, and the supernatural.Thank you for supporting Drops of Darkness! We're a small indie-production duo and we create every episode ourselves. This means that each week, we write Stranger's fiction and hand-pick Someone's true scary stories in order to give you the best show we possibly can. If you like what we do, please tell your friends! We have big plans for Drops of Darkness and you can help us offer more content by subscribing, rating, and submitting your own stories. You can also follow us on TikTok @dropsofdarkness!Until next time, Dear One.EXPLICIT CONTENT: Stories featured on this show contain content intended for mature audiences.TRIGGER WARNINGS: Language | Blood | Death | SA | Disturbing ImageryDo you have a true scary story you'd like to hear on the show? Email it to: submissions@dropsofdarkness.com or through the form on dropsofdarkness.comLearn more about this month's nonprofit at wwww.anera.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wherein we learn the value of blood.  Drop us an e-missive: gwritersanon@gmail.com  Stir our Facebook page with your thoughts (Ghost Writers, Anonymous).  

Twenty-six indigenous writers from the U.S. and Canada -- including one from Maryland--poured stories into a new anthology of dark fiction. Some tales call on the supernatural, some on horrors lived in the real world. It's called "Never Whistle at Night."   Our guests: Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. co-edited the collection “Never Whistle at Night: An Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology"Dani Trujillo is an author and one of the project's contributorsDo you have a question or comment about a show or a story idea to pitch? Contact On the Record at: Senior Supervising Producer, Maureen Harvie she/her/hers mharvie@wypr.org 410-235-1903 Senior Producer, Melissa Gerr she/her/hers mgerr@wypr.org 410-235-1157 Producer Sam Bermas-Dawes he/him/his sbdawes@wypr.org 410-235-1472

Dark Side of the Library Minisode #109: "The Handyman Method: A Story of Terror" by Nick Cutter + Andrew F. Sullivan (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) The Handyman Method: A Story of Terror https://amzn.to/3SqhGGX   Nick Cutter: https://www.instagram.com/cdavidson56/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Craig_Davidson http://www.craigdavidson.net/nickcutter/index.html    Andrew F. Sullivan  https://www.andrewfsullivan.com/ https://www.instagram.com/afsulli/   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel!   Dark Side of the Library Amazon Live Channel: https://www.amazon.com/live/darksideofthelibrary/ Dark Side of the Library Podcast:  https://www.darksideofthelibrary.com/ Dark Side of the Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darksideofthelibrary Dark Side of the Library on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/darksideofthelibrary

In this engaging interview, Mark Stinson explores the world of creativity with author Martin Tracey. They begin by discussing Martin's roots in Birmingham, UK, and how his upbringing and surroundings influence his storytelling. Martin's genre, which includes paranormal and fantasy elements, often draws from his working-class background, creating relatable and authentic characters and settings.Martin shares insights into his writing process, emphasizing the importance of writing from the heart and mixing facts with fiction to keep stories engaging and original. He uses a loose framework rather than a strict outline, allowing room for creative inspiration along the way. They also touch on the challenge of juggling multiple projects, including the development of books five and six in his Judd Stone series.Martin highlights the significance of engaging with the writing community and readers. He attends multi-author events and bookstores, connecting with fellow authors and building his profile. This sense of camaraderie and support within the book community resonates with Martin.The interview concludes with a thrilling excerpt from Martin's latest work, "Double Fantasy," setting the scene for a suspenseful tale. Martin invites listeners to explore his website, social media profiles, and upcoming projects, including a collaboration with the '80s band Fuzzbox on their biography.Throughout the conversation, Martin Tracy's passion for storytelling and his dedication to connecting with readers and fellow authors shine through, offering valuable insights for aspiring writers and avid readers alike.@martinofmolineux-author on Instagram If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe and leave a review. And remember, your creativity has the power to change the world. So, until next time, I'm Mark Stinson. Keep unlocking your world of creativity.Thanks to the folks at HEADFONE for their support. On HEADFONE, you can listen to Premium Audio dramas - like Romance, Thriller, and Horror. For a 10% discount, use coupon code - MARKCREATIVITY10Go to - https://headfone.page.link/MARKCREATIVITY10

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #151: Dark Adult Fiction Coming Out October 2023 Part 1 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you)   After the Forest, by Kell Woods (October 3) https://amzn.to/3JWps6d   Becoming the Boogeyman, by Richard Chizmar (Oct 10) https://amzn.to/48CL02H   Bloom, by Delilah S. Dawson (October 3) https://amzn.to/46FLJiu   Bluebeard's Castle, by Anna Biller (Oct 10) https://amzn.to/45jkPv3   Christmas and Other Horrors: An Anthology of Solstice Horror (October 24) https://amzn.to/467K4BH   The Christmas Guest, by Peter Swanson (Oct 17) https://amzn.to/45iQbll   Cthulhu Casebooks - Sherlock Holmes and the Highgate Horrors, by James Lovegrove (Oct 10) https://amzn.to/3MbLCmr   Curses and Other Buried Things, by Caroline George (Oct 10) https://amzn.to/3Pc87Ik   Dark Moon, Shallow Sea (The Gods of Night and Day Series), by David R. Slayton (Oct 31) https://amzn.to/3PKeDpX   The Dead Take the A Train (Carrion City, 1), by Richard Kadrey (Author), Cassandra Khaw (October 3) https://amzn.to/3JWMlqu   Edenville, by Sam Rebelein (October 3) https://amzn.to/3PTY0Kg Edith Holler, by Edward Carey (Oct 31) https://amzn.to/3MbLwez   Frankenstein: Collector's Special Edition (Deluxe Illustrated Classics), by Mary Shelley (Oct 10) https://amzn.to/46BrLER   The Glutton, by A.K. Blakemore (Oct 31) https://amzn.to/488Bx2C   A Haunting on the Hill, by Elizabeth Hand (Oct 3) https://amzn.to/3Nfu9Ju   Hazardous Spirits, by Anbara Salem (Oct 17) https://amzn.to/3rGr6Dm   The Hurricane Wars, by Thea Guanzon (Oct 3) https://amzn.to/486oGxV   I Died Too, But They Haven't Buried Me Yet, by Ross Jeffery (October 10) https://amzn.to/3KIFOzY   Julia, by Sandra Newman (Oct 24) https://amzn.to/3PLcTga   Last to Leave the Room: A Novel, by Caitlin Starling (October 10) https://amzn.to/3NJo8Vy   A Light Most Hateful, by Hailey Piper (Oct 10) https://amzn.to/45jcuas   Dark Side of the Library Amazon Live Channel:  https://www.amazon.com/live/darksideofthelibrary/ Dark Side of the Library Podcast: https://www.darksideofthelibrary.com/ Dark Side of the Library on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/darksideofthelibrary Dark Side of the Library on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darksideofthelibrary

Join Henrique and horror book mega-fan Cameron Chaney of Library Macabre on YouTube for a chat about the love of scary books and what you should put on your reading list this October!We also talk about his latest novel Autumncrow High: Fresh Hell, available now on Amazon!Contact Ustwitter.com/WeeklySpookyfacebook.com/WeeklySpookyWeeklySpooky@gmail.comThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5621141/advertisement

Visit the Kickstarer pre-launch page here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/artofscs/the-devil-take-you-14-tales-of-medieval-horrorThe Devil Take You is an anthology of medieval horror comprising 14 tales set in the world Rome left behind. Join us in the plague-infested streets of London and the howling expanse of the Carpathian Steppes. Explore the once-hallowed halls of fortified monasteries and bear witness to the sacrilegious Vikings who would plunder them. From the macabre corpse collectors of Al-Waset to vicious highwaymen and their blasphemous secrets, The Devil Take You offers a delicious glimpse into the hellish world of the Middle Ages. Within these pages, life is fleeting, but death is never slow. Featuring tales by C.L. Werner, Coy Hall, Anya Leigh Josephs, Benedict Anning, Phil Keeling, Brent Salish, Amanda M. Blake, Stephanie Ellis, R. T.  Wenzel, Morgan Melhuish, Gerald Jensen, Justin Fillmore, D. Thomas Minton, and Brian Crenshaw.Launching 21 August.Support the show

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #133: Dark Adult Fiction Books Released in June 2023 Part 2 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) The Memory of Animals, by Claire Fuller (june 6) https://amzn.to/3Uwdjcj   My Men, by Victoria Kielland (June 27) https://amzn.to/3C1S89v   Night's Edge, by Liz Kerin (June 20) https://amzn.to/3OHXzCa   The Only One Left, by Riley Sager (June 20) https://amzn.to/3Ut5xzQ   The Other Side of Mrs. Wood, by Lucy Barker (June 27) https://amzn.to/41k2YCw   The Puzzle Master, by Danielle Trussoni (June 13) https://amzn.to/3OHl1ja   The Quiet Tenant, by Clemence Michallon (Jun 20) https://amzn.to/3XilXNd   Relentless Melt, by Jeremy P. Bushnell (June 6) https://amzn.to/3JiJl6k   She Started It, by Sian Gilbert  (June 13) https://amzn.to/3WBdh4b Dark Side of the Library Amazon Live Channel: https://www.amazon.com/live/darksideofthelibrary/ Dark Side of the Library Podcast:  https://www.darksideofthelibrary.com/

Nathan D. Ludwig is an American screenwriter, author, and the founder of GenreBlast Film Festival. His latest book is The Comfy-Cozy Nihilist: A Handbook of Dark Fiction. Find more out about GenreBlast at https://www.genreblast.com/

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #114: Dark Adult Fiction Book Releases March 2023 Part 2 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you)   The Human Origins of Beatrice Porter and Other Essential Ghosts: A Novel, by Soraya Palmer (March 28) https://amzn.to/3KC71oC The London Seance Society, by Sarah Penner (March 21) https://amzn.to/3CDyVMr Lone Women: A Novel, by Victor LaValle (March 28) https://amzn.to/3IQOQdM Mothered, by Zoje Stage (March 1) https://amzn.to/3ixA6FR Mr. & Mrs. Witch, by Gwenda Bond (Mar 7) https://amzn.to/3CCG3s4 Old Babes in the Wood, by Margaret Atwood (March 7) https://amzn.to/3WFLoqA Piñata: A Novel, by Leopoldo Gout  (March 14) https://amzn.to/3WQ0fOV Smolder, by Laurell K. Hamilton (Anita Blake #29) (Mar 21) ( I'm assuming because this is the final book?) https://amzn.to/3Cj1yy1   So Close, by Sylvia Day (Mar 28) https://amzn.to/3vw854E The Trees Grew Because I Bled There: Collected Stories, by Eric LaRocca (March 7) https://amzn.to/3xLqBqU Walking Practice, by Dolki Min (Mar 14) https://amzn.to/3Zm2prM A Witch's Guide to Fake Dating a Demon, by Sarah Hawley (Mar 7) https://amzn.to/3Z2SmYs   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website

Devlin Wylde & Burn Moor: Bad Ass Storyteller Interview"A Blatant Beard Production" You knew it would be good when they worked together on the Brain Drips Yellow and created a truly unique audiobook experience. It got even better when they joined forces once more on Beyond the Veil. But now for the first time, two of the most noticeable characters in Dark Fiction meet over a god-damned latte and a mic.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/5520412/advertisement

Arthur Slade writes slightly dark middle grade and YA fiction. How dark? We ask him.

Written by, and copyright Nathan D. Ludwig. This was my audition for the audiobook. For whatever reason I decided to mashup Pennywise and Joker. Nathan really enjoyed it and I was on the shortlist for the project.

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #101: Dark + Horror Adult Books Coming Out January 2023 Part 1 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you)   All the Dangerous Things, by Stacy Willingham (January 10) https://amzn.to/3Z4j1nz   All Hallows, by Christopher Golden (Jan 24)  https://amzn.to/3VIwZJA   Bad Cree, by Jessica Johns (Jan 10) https://amzn.to/3umH6rE   The Blackhouse, by Carole Johnston (Jan 3) https://amzn.to/3g0Gmo5   The Deluge, by Stephen Markley (Jan 10) https://amzn.to/3ARUcB6   The Drift, by C.J. Tudor (Jan 21) https://amzn.to/3GdAzW1   Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries, by Heather Fawcett (Jan 10) https://amzn.to/3XVTX1M   Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone, by Benjamin Stevenson (Jan 17) https://amzn.to/3H3B4nD   Hell Bent (Alex Stern 2), by Leigh Bardugo  (January 10) https://amzn.to/3VrScre   The House at the End of the World, by Dean Koontz (Jan 24) https://amzn.to/3UpoNwC   The House in the Pines, by Ana Reyes (Jan 3) https://amzn.to/3H2YkBU   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website

Dark Side of the Library Minisode #75: "The Witch In The Well" by Camilla Bruce (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) The Witch In The Well: https://amzn.to/3VJ5HTM   Camilla Bruce: https://camillabruce.com/ https://www.instagram.com/camillabruce_writing/   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website

Twitter - https://twitter.com/kabauthor Amazon UK - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Keith-Anthony-Baird/e/B078TQD1J2 Amazon US - https://www.amazon.com/Keith-Anthony-Baird/e/B078TQD1J2 Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16771035.Keith_Anthony_Baird

Dr. Henry David Wells has succeeded in protecting himself from the invisible world of devils and genies with which he once sought to make sinister supernatural deals. Even more frightening is that he wants to try one more time to make a Faustian bargain for eternal life and eternal fame. In The Wager of Sin, the final book in the series that started with Dark Fiction and continued with Damned Fiction, Dr. Wells will face the music —perhaps for the last time.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/houseofmysteryradio. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/houseofmysteryradio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello, this is Tyler Bell, host, writer, and creator of the Westside Fairytales Horror and Dark Fiction podcast, where we have a horror story for everyone. And yes, that includes you friend. What you're about to hear is episode five, Shootout, from our ongoing long-form story Sin Carriers, an action horror western following a collection of outlaw strangers fleeing east from California on a train full of nightmares. In this episode, our travelers find themselves waylaid by an ambush of Pinkerton mercenaries trying to steal the train's cursed cargo. Every sound effect, song, voice, and word you're about to hear were created by just one person. I hope you enjoy, and remember, Stay Safe Out There. Transcript available upon request. https://westsidefairytales.com/ Twitter: @wsfairytales

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #77: Dark Adult Fiction Coming Out September 2022 Part 2 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you)   The Golden Enclaves (The Scholomance book 3) by Naomi Novik (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3BBuXE3   His Dark Materials: The Collectors, by Philip Pullman (Sep 20) https://www.amazon.com/His-Dark-Materials-Philip-Pullman/dp/0593378342/   In the Shadow Garden, by Liz Parker (Sep 13) https://amzn.to/3Q2oZRg   Killers of a Certain Age, by Deanna Raybourn (Sep 6) https://www.amazon.com/Killers-Certain-Age-Deanna-Raybourn/dp/0593200683/   The Killing Code, by Ellie Marnie (Sep 20) https://www.amazon.com/Killing-Code-Ellie-Marney/dp/031633958X/   Ghost Eaters, by Clay Chapman (Sep 20) https://www.amazon.com/Ghost-Eaters-Novel-Clay-Chapman/dp/1683692179/   House of Hunger, by Alexis Henderson (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3PCINdk   Ledge: The Glacian Trilogy, Book 1, by Stacey McEwan (Sep 13) https://www.amazon.com/Ledge-Glacian-Trilogy-Book-I/dp/1915202167/   Leech, by Hiron Ennes (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3yvekqK   Luda: A Novel, by Grant Morrison  (Author) (Sep 6) https://amzn.to/3ocyXmv   O Caledonia (reprint), by Elspeth Barker (Sep 22) https://www.amazon.com/Caledonia-Novel-Elspeth-Barker/dp/1668004615/ Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website Playing with Fire https://amzn.to/3as2GEv   Reluctant Immortals, by Gwendolyn Kiste ( August 23) https://amzn.to/3c8fLnP   Steeped to Death (A Witches' Brew Mystery), by Gretchen Rue (Sep 6) https://www.amazon.com/Steeped-Death-Witches-Brew-Mystery/dp/1639101640   The Tale of the Tailor and the Three Dead Kings, by Dan Jones (Sep 1) https://www.amazon.com/Tale-Tailor-Three-Dead-Kings/dp/1801101299/   Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke And Other Misfortunes, by Eric LaRocca (Sep 6) https://amzn.to/3Pmnpcz   Valley of Shadows, by Rudy Ruiz (Sep 20) https://www.amazon.com/Valley-Shadows-Novel-Rudy-Ruiz/dp/1982604646/   We Spread, by Iain Reid (Sep 27) https://amzn.to/3Qg0krZ   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website

Martin shares the genesis of his Sheperd.com article, The Best Dark Fiction Books that Explore the Hidden Shadows of Humanity. He also reads from the article, offering some insights into his favorite dark fiction books.

Weeeeeeeeeee're baaaaaaaaaaack!!!!  What a way to come back with the annual GenreBlast episode.  Joe and Mike aka Cookie Lips welcome aboard Nathan Ludwig, Chad Farmer and Raygan Ketterer to get everyone stoked up for the festivities beginning on Thursday September 1 at 4 PM.  Some of the films are previewed including Justin Seaman's "The Barn2" and Jonathan Straiton's "Johnny Z".  As always the Indie Infestation podcast "Goes There" as Chad discusses his upcoming book "Earth Truckers are Easy" with subject matter that will make Justin proud,  Nate discusses his Love Potion and Handbook of Dark Fiction, Raygan talks about her haunted house, Mike asks you to Please Not Tap on the Glass and Joe signs his guitar picks for a special GenreBlast give away. 

Dark Side of the Library Podcast Episode #70: Dark Adult Fiction Coming Out August 2022    Babel: Or the Necessity of Violence: An Arcane History of the Oxford Translators' Revolution, by R. F Kuang (August 23) https://amzn.to/3aKQnnv   Babysitter, by Joyce Carol Oates (Aug 23) https://amzn.to/3aXEgmH   The Book Eaters, by Sunyi Dean (Aug 2) https://amzn.to/3xItI3G   Daisy Darker: A Novel, Alice Feeney (Author)  - August 30, 2022 https://amzn.to/3ImaC76   Dwellers: A Novel: Winner of the Philippine National Book Award - August 16, 2022 https://amzn.to/3NQ1ety   Haunted Tales: Classic Stories of Ghosts and the Supernatural, by Lisa Morton and Leslie S. Klinger https://amzn.to/3xhPKtV   Kismet: A Thriller by Amina Akhtar (Author) – August 1, 2022 https://amzn.to/3RmdYLI   Scarecrow Has a Gun, by Michael Paul Kozlowsky (August 2) https://amzn.to/3xoZDG1   Shutter, by Ramona Emerson (August 2) https://amzn.to/3x6uHct   Small Angels, by Lauren Owen (Aug 2) https://amzn.to/3xkaSj2   Witches, a Novel, by Brenda Lozano (August 16)  https://amzn.to/3Q1RiQ0   The Witches of Moonshyne Manor, by Bianca Marais (Aug 23) https://amzn.to/3Nr7fgY   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website

Dark Side of the Library Minisode #59: "The Daughter of Doctor Moreau" by Silvia Moreno-Garcia (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) The Daughter of Doctor Moreau https://amzn.to/3Q1ypf4   Silvia Moreno-Garcia: https://silviamoreno-garcia.com/ https://www.instagram.com/silviamg.author/   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! And our Amazon Live Channel! Dark Side of the Library Website

One of the greatest and world famous writers of Dark Fiction, or Weird Fiction, or whatever the genre may be called across the planet, Richard Gavin, returns to the show. But while we talked exactly about that type of literature he writes, about his life and backround back then in Episode 9 of Season 5, this time the subject is his non-fiction writing, where he excells just as much - a rarity among writers. "The Benigthed Path" was his first highly acclaimed publication with Theion Publishing a few years ago. Now, literally a couple of weeks ago (yes, this podcast tries to be as close to the authors and publishers as possible) another book by Richard was published by Theion: "The Infernal Masque". It is kind of a sequel without really claiming to be just that. And by the way, "The Benighted Path" has also now just been republished in a second edition and will come out as an Auric Edition shortly. Enjoy a great talk with an intelligent man after which you will see that the Left Hand Path and Ceremonial Magic are finally not far apart in their ideas, more in their means. From the author of The Benighted Path comes this long-awaited new book that delves further into the nocturnal art. The Infernal Masque explores the vital interplay between primordial darkness and infernal fire. It is the dynamic tension between these two elements that creates the sublime frisson within the flesh and soul of the Initiate, immersing them in the ecstatic tempest of daemonic reality. So awakened, one may consult the legions of the Dead, commune with spirits and eventually participate in the grand danse macabre that is the Infernal Masque itself. Incorporating the ancient magical principles of the Eidolon, sciomancy, and Theia mania (“divine madness”), along with more contemporary themes such as estrangement and the uncanny as modes of spiritual transformation, this work is a visionary exposition of the numinous powers that vitalize the phenomenal realm from the Netherworld below. Complete with suggestions for practice and ritual, The Infernal Masque is a powerful doorway into strange and seductive realms of true magical power and experience. (c) Theion Publishing Richard Gavin's website The Infernal Masque on Theion Publishing The Benighted Path (2nd edition)  on Theion Publishing Richard Gavin (mostly fiction) on Amazon.com Music played in this episode What would be a better fit for our subject in this episode than a selection of tracks from that great number of Dark Ambient music that is available out there! The choice fell on Cryo Chamber from Oregon, and three wonderful tracks by them. Here is their Bandcamp page. 1) RUINS, by Void Stasis - Cryo Chamber (Track starts at 6:46) 2) DESIDERII MARGINIS - THE FACELESS BRINGERS OF PAIN, by Cryo Chamber  (Track starts at 58:15) 3) THE SLOW MARCH OF EXTINCTION, by Dronny Darko & G M Slater - Cryo Chamber (Track starts at 1:41:32) Intro and Outro Musicespecially written and recorded for the Thoth-Hermes Podcast by Chris Roberts

Dark Side of the Library Minisode #58: "Dark Stars: New Tales of Darkest Horror" by John F.D. Taff and Others (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) Dark Stars: New Tales of Darkest Horror https://amzn.to/3IWG6RC     Tor Catalog: https://tornightfire.com/catalog/dark-stars-12-terrifying-tales-of-horror-john-f-d-taff/   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! Dark Side of the Library Website

Dark Side of the Library Minisode #55: More Dark Books from Spring 2022 (Disclosure: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links. This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, we will receive an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you) And Then I Woke Up, by Malcolm Devlin https://amzn.to/3aIuq86   The Book of Perilous Dishes, by Doina Rusti (March 3) https://amzn.to/3H0ph7u Her Majesty's Royal Coven, by Juno Dawson (May 31) https://amzn.to/3at76eu   Monstrous Youth: Transgressing the Boundaries of Childhood in the United States, by Sara Austin (May 19) https://amzn.to/3zwSfdc   Trinity, Trinity, Trinity, by Erika Kobayashi (June 28) https://amzn.to/3x5W6vb   Kids: Monsters Love Cupcakes, by Mike Austin https://amzn.to/398lVCJ   Follow Dark Side of the Library on Facebook and on Instagram! Dark Side of the Library Website

Aesthetic Press is a Full-Service Digital-First Independent #Publisher of commercial fiction Novels, Novelettes, & Anthologies. We specialize in Thrillers, Mysteries, Dark Fiction, and #books with Dark Humor, Anti-Heroes, & Compelling/Gritty Themes!7 of their #authors will join me for this week's discussion show. We will discuss what it is like to work for such a company. We will talk writing, author life, life and much more. Throw some questions our way during the live show and we could talk about that. Below is a list of Aesthetic Press authors who will be joining us. Aditya Gautam (debut author of Surreal Psychological Thriller, A DREAM OF DUPLICITY released 3/22/22): His short stories and poems have been published in India, Singapore, the USA, and the UK. One of his speculative short stories was included in the Best Asian Fiction Anthology, 2018 by Kitaab, Singapore. A.D. Graves: She is from Carmel, New York, a small lakeside town. She loves to sit by the water on sunny days and type herself into fictitious worlds. She has her associate degree in Psychology, which helps when it comes to creating characters. This story holds elements of life that teenagers endure in the shadows, she values the importance of not feeling alone.Rebecca Frost (Academic author of Psychological Thriller NOT YOUR MARY SUE releasing 6/7/22): She is a published academic who researches and writes about serial killers. Her dissertation was about the history of written true crime in the United States. She is the author of three books published through McFarland on Jack the Ripper, H.H. Holmes, and Making a Murderer, and she is currently under contract for two books about the works of Stephen King, one through McFarland and one through Lexington. Simon Maltman (author of Crime Noir THE WOLF IS AT YOUR DOOR releasing 8/23/22): Simon Maltman is the author of novels, novellas and short stories, released with various publishers. An Amazon Bestseller from Northern Ireland he writes a range of crime fiction thrillers. A regular guest at festivals and events, he is the tour guide for Belfast Noir, and also a well known book reviewer for the likes of ITV and online journals. An established ‘Ulster Noir' author, he also writes American-set high concept thrillers.A.G. Chacon (debut author of New Adult Dark Fantasy Saga THE IRON FISTS releasing 12/12/22): She is a bisexual Mexican college student majoring in English at the University of Chihuahua. Writing has always been her passion, for it helps calm her mind and erase her insecurities. Nothing gives me more pleasure than writing a good series of dialogues and creating new characters. She believes everyone has a role to play in this life, and that she can transmit hope through writing stories. When she is not writing or reading, she plays video games, watches anime, and does yoga every afternoon. Brendan Hayes (debut author of YA Horror Thriller EXPECTATIONS releasing TBA): For the past seventeen years he has been a high school English teacher in the Chicago suburbs. Without exception, his favorite class to teach has been Creative Writing, which affords him a steady flow of reading material. A couple of years ago, some students challenged him to write an example of an assignment; and, as he was writing it, he remembered how much he enjoyed the writing process (that story, heavily edited, was published on the Ultrarunning Magazine website). Ell Priya (author of Crime Thriller SHAMELESS IN STILETTOS releasing 1/13/23): Her writing career began in August, 2014 when she became an integral part of the Write Club, Bangalore. An avid reader and writer since childhood, she rediscovered her calling in writing fiction. Over the years she has been published in over fifteen publications by Women's Web, Write Club magazine and anthologies by The Hive, along with her stand alone horror book - The Door.If you want to sponsor CJ Aggett on The Frontline 100k Walk, please visit here: https://events.soldierscharity.org/fundraisers/christopheraggettFOLLOW US► Our website - https://www.thewritingcommunitychatshow.com► Universal link - https://linktr.ee/TheWCCS► Buy the show a coffee - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TheWCCS► Use hashtag #TheWritingCommunityChatShow or #TheWCCS on social media to keep us current. This show will only succeed with your support!► Support us through #Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/WCCS?fan_landing=true► For our #FIVERR affiliate link click here (we will earn a little from you signing up through our link and more if you use the service. We back this service and have used it with great results! - https://fvrr.co/32SB6cs► For our PRO #WRITING AID affiliate link click here - https://prowritingaid.com/?afid=15286