Podcast appearances and mentions of Grady Hendrix

In this episode of the Fully-Booked literary podcast, we're back in the room with Meaghan, Shirin, and Arthur, though Arthur gets plenty of playful shade right out of the gate. The energy is chaotic in the best way, and we all seem to embrace it.This time around, we're not doing a structured game or typical author discussion. Instead, we've decided to have a casual roundtable where we toss out book recommendations based on popular titles.Think of it as a “if you liked this, try this” style chat, the kind of stuff you might scroll through on BookTok, but with more tangents, more laughs, and a whole lot more coffee shop banter.So, yes, it's a podcast version of one of those aesthetic recommendation reels, but longer and full of personality. We're hoping it helps listeners find their next favorite read, whether they're winding down for bed or commuting with earbuds in. Along the way, we make plenty of jokes, toss in personal stories, and keep things as relatable as ever.Cozy Fantasy And Twisty YA PicksMeaghan kicks things off with Legends and Lattes by Travis Baldree. It's a standout in cozy fantasy, a genre that's all about lower stakes and high charm. This one's about a retired assassin who just wants to run a coffee shop. We love it because it's charming without the constant doom that high fantasy sometimes leans into. If you're tired of watching your favorite characters die dramatically, this is your safe space.From there, we get three recommendations to follow that cozy vibe:This Will Be Fun by E.B. Asher offers more of an epic twist, following four heroes who reunite years after saving the world to stop another evil. It's got humor, sarcasm, and a nostalgic team-up energy.Forged by Magic by Jenna Wolfhart includes orcs, elves, and romance, much like Legends and Lattes, but kicks the fantasy world-building up a notch.Dreadful by Caitlin Rosakus is quirky and a bit chaotic. A man wakes up in an evil wizard's lair and slowly realizes… he's the wizard. It's got dark magic with a comedic undertone that keeps things from getting too heavy.Next, Shirin brings up We Were Liars by E. Lockhart, a twisty, emotional YA mystery that clearly divides readers. Some of us saw the ending a mile away. Others (hi, Shirin) were shocked. Either way, it sparks strong reactions. From there, the recommended reads are:One of Us is Lying by Karen McManus, a classic high school murder mystery.A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson, which begins as a school project but morphs into a full-on whodunit.Both offer those unreliable narrators and layers of secrets that make for great binge reads (and binge-worthy shows, too).Sci-Fi Sarcasm and Robots with FeelingsArthur (yes, we're letting him talk now) shifts us into sci-fi territory. He spotlights The Murderbot Diaries by Martha Wells, which is being adapted into a TV show. The series centers around a sarcastic AI bot who's pretending not to be sentient while dealing with messy human feelings. It's funny, sharp, and dives into questions about identity and autonomy.The companion picks for Murderbot are:Neuromancer by William Gibson, the cyberpunk classic full of noir and hacking vibes.Autonomous by Annalee Newitz, a gritty, emotional dive into freedom and biotech ethics.Ancillary Justice by Ann Leckie features a starship AI stuck in a single human body, trying to cope and also seek revenge.This whole section sparks a thoughtful conversation about how sci-fi is evolving to focus more on questions of self, ethics, and AI rights, especially as real-world conversations about artificial intelligence ramp up.From Gothic to Gruesome: Creepy Houses and Haunting PastsMeaghan circles back with another strong pick: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier. This gothic classic inspires a group of haunting and eerie recommendations:The September House by Carissa Orlando, where every September, the house goes full horror mode with blood on the walls and something lurking in the basement.The Only One Left by Riley Sager, another gothic mystery involving a secluded cliffside mansion and a historical murder case.We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson delivers that same psychological tension and sense of dread found in Rebecca.We also detour briefly into House of Leaves territory, a book so bizarre in structure it's basically unreadable in audiobook form. Everyone agrees it's an experience, not just a novel.Court of Thorns, Shadow Daddies, and Fae RomanceThen we dive into a big one: A Court of Thorns and Roses (or ACOTAR, because who has time for long titles) by Sarah J. Maas. This fantasy romance gets a lot of love and some side-eye, depending on who you ask. It starts like Beauty and the Beast but quickly turns into something much more plot-heavy and twisty.Meaghan recommends:Quicksilver by Callie Hart, where the heroine gets dragged into the fae realm after trying to save her family. It's rich in world-building and dramatic romantic tension.Kingdom of the Wicked by Kerri Maniscalco, a witchy, demon-summoning fantasy with Italian vibes, mouthwatering food descriptions, and yes—another shadowy love interest.We joke a lot about the term shadow daddy, which is hilarious and weirdly accurate for some of these characters. The group shares a good laugh about imagining their dads lurking in shadows. Totally normal podcast behavior...One-Person Sci-Fi Adventures (and Existential Crisis Fuel)Back in sci-fi land, Arthur brings us to Project Hail Mary by Andy Weir, which is getting a film adaptation with Ryan Gosling. The book features a lone scientist in space trying to save Earth, accompanied only by an alien rock creature named Rocky. The humor and heart between the human and the alien make it surprisingly emotional.The suggested read-alikes:The Martian, also by Weir. Obviously.Beacon 23 by Hugh Howey has that isolated, losing-your-sanity-in-space vibe.Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke, a classic of alien exploration and big questions.We get into the emotional toll of reading too much sci-fi. Some of us find it uplifting and full of imagination. Others (Shirin) find it deeply depressing. Fair enough.Vampires, Book Clubs, and Dark HumorShirin wraps things up with The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix. It's part horror, part comedy, and all about strong women who take matters into their own hands. Think housewives turned vampire hunters. The book doesn't shy away from gruesome details, especially involving rats and face tentacles. But it's also heartfelt and hilarious.Similar reads include:The Honeys by Ryan La Sala, a genre-bending YA horror story about identity, loss, and hive-mind weirdness.So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison, another vampire tale that's more about the women fighting their way through chaos than the monsters themselves.We end with another surprise: Arthur picks something non-sci-fi for once. Catabasis by R.F. Kuang gets mentioned as a dark academia fantasy with two rival scholars traveling to hell. Yep. Hell. To save a professor. Talk about dedication.Recommendations here include:The Atlas Six by Olivie BlakeThe Secret History by Donna TarttIf We Were Villains by M.L. RioThey all explore dark magic, academic rivalries, and blurred lines between performance and reality. By the end, our TBR piles are towering, and we're all a little overwhelmed in the best way.Wrapping UpWe went through a ton of books in this episode: cozy fantasies, murder mysteries, sci-fi sagas, dark academia, and good old-fashioned horror. Some are funny. Some are terrifying. Some make you question your life choices. And some just make you feel seen as a reader who wants something a little different.We hope at least one of these picks piqued your interest or gave you something new to add to your list. And if your TBR just grew five feet taller, well… same. Until next time, keep on reading. We'll be here, figuring out how to read all of these before next week.

We began this episode of the Fully-Booked: Literary podcast with just the two of us, Meaghan and Shirin. Arthur wasn't with us this time, and it felt like a return to our original format.We joked about possibly rotating the lineup again soon, but encouraged listeners to speak up if they preferred the two-host dynamic. We even said they could let Arthur know in the loudest way possible. The tone was lighthearted as we poked fun at our evolving chemistry, especially how Shirin and Arthur now seem to share a kind of sibling energy. That dynamic, we agreed, might eventually lead to Meaghan getting pushed out of the mix entirely.This conversation took us down memory lane, where we recalled a trip where Dan (Shirin's husband) couldn't come along. Meaghan was sure she'd feel like the third wheel, but it was the other way around. Shirin and Arthur bickered like siblings the entire day, leaving Meaghan feeling like an outsider.That moment, among others, reminded us how long we've all known each other and how naturally our dynamic has evolved. Meaghan and Shirin have been friends for nearly fifteen years. Shirin has been with Arthur for eleven years. This long-standing familiarity shapes how we collaborate on the podcast, creating a casual and comfortable space for experimentation and banter.Bringing Back the Game: Plot Guesses and Literary CurveballsWe leaned into a game we first played earlier in the year with Arthur. This time, Shirin joined in for her first round.The game is simple.One host reads a short passage from a book the other hasn't read, and then the other person tries to guess what the book is about. We made it clear that the goal isn't to identify the book title but to predict its plot based solely on a few opening lines. It's a mix of deduction and humor, and we had a great time with it.We started with The Boyfriend by Freida McFadden. Shirin read a monologue from the prologue, and Meaghan quickly assumed the narrator, Tom, was a stalker. She picked up on clues like his obsessive love for Daisy since childhood.Meaghan predicted a story where he either kills her or becomes possessive and dangerous. Shirin revealed that the book has split perspectives and time jumps. The real plot follows a woman named Sydney who begins to suspect her boyfriend may be involved in a murder. Meaghan was given a five out of ten for capturing the general vibe, even though she missed key elements.Next was The House in the Cerulean Sea by T.J. Klune. Shirin hadn't read the book, but she guessed it involved people with psychic or magical abilities living in a mysterious house. Meaghan confirmed the premise and explained that Linus, a lonely social worker, is sent to assess magical children in a secluded home.One of those children is the Antichrist. The book is both whimsical and heartwarming, and Linus undergoes major personal growth. The mood of the book reminded us of a gentler, more humorous version of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children.MLMs, Murder Mysteries, and Magical MishapsWe continued with Death in the Downline by Maria Abrams. Meaghan read the opening lines, which didn't give much away. However, Shirin picked up on subtle clues in the setting and the tone.She correctly guessed it had something to do with MLMs and maybe a darker twist. Meaghan revealed that the main character, Drew, joins a shady MLM out of desperation after being laid off and moving back in with her dad. She is lured in by a glowing ex-friend, and things quickly spiral into something much more disturbing. Meaghan praised the book's comedic edge and its criticism of exploitative business models. Shirin earned a high score for that guess.Then came The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue by V. E. Schwab. Shirin had vague memories of the book and correctly guessed that Addie is immortal. Meaghan explained the twist.Addie lives forever after making a deal with the devil, but everyone she meets forgets her instantly. That changes when she meets someone who remembers her. The story is more character-driven than plot-heavy, which made it a hit for some and slow for others. Still, Meaghan enjoyed its emotional weight and gave Shirin a seven out of ten for her solid instincts.Apartments, Vampires, and Fantasy FeastsLock Every Door by Riley Sager came next. The scene Meaghan read involved a character waking up disoriented in a hospital. Shirin guessed it was about someone attacked in their own home. That guess was partially right.The story follows Jules, a woman hired to apartment-sit in a posh, historic New York building. She starts noticing strange behavior and uncovers a chilling mystery when another sitter goes missing. The thriller turns out to be less supernatural than expected, which surprised Meaghan in a good way. Shirin received a five out of ten for a reasonable but misdirected prediction.Shirin brought out Quicksilver by Callie Hart, and Meaghan made some strong assumptions based on the cover and fantasy tropes. She guessed the protagonist had magical abilities and ended up in an enemies-to-lovers arc involving a mysterious man. She was right about most of it.Seres, the main character, discovers she can manipulate metal, especially silver. This catches the attention of Kingfisher, a fae ruler searching for someone like her. He whisks her away to the fae realm, where a larger vampire war is underway. Shirin said she'd have to reread the book for all the details, but confirmed Meaghan's guess was impressively close.Next up was So Thirsty by Rachel Harrison. Meaghan guessed correctly that the story involved female friendship and vampires.The main character, Sloane, is trapped in an unhappy marriage and joins her best friend Naomi for a birthday trip. They meet a suspicious group of people, and things take a dark, supernatural turn. The book blends horror and feminist themes, exploring messy yet meaningful female bonds. Meaghan shared how much she enjoys Harrison's storytelling style, which centers female protagonists in paranormal scenarios.Secret Libraries, Teenage Witches, and Shadowy WorldsShirin read from The Atlas Six by Olivie Blake. The book opens with musings about the Library of Alexandria, and Meaghan admitted she had no idea what the actual plot was. Still, she correctly identified it as dark academia involving magic and a mysterious institution.Shirin confirmed that six talented individuals are recruited by Atlas to protect ancient magical knowledge, and each character brings a unique power. The book is about power, secrets, and alliances within this elite group.Meaghan introduced Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix. Shirin guessed it was about a rebellious teen forced into a new environment, possibly where witchcraft becomes involved. That was pretty close.The story follows a pregnant teenager in the 1970s who is sent to a home for unwed mothers. There, she bonds with other girls, and they begin exploring witchcraft through a mysterious librarian's book. While the story slows in the middle, Meaghan praised Hendrix's ability to create compelling female characters and write satisfying endings.To finish, Shirin brought out House of Earth and Blood from the Crescent City series by Sarah J. Maas. Meaghan didn't know much about it beyond the genre but guessed it had fae and epic fantasy elements.Shirin explained that the emotional core of the book centers on a strong female friendship. When Bryce's best friend is murdered, the plot becomes a murder mystery wrapped in a modern fantasy world. Shirin prefers this series to ACOTAR for its stronger emotional resonance and more grounded character development.Wrapping It Up: Books Swapped and Fun HadAs we wrapped up, we laughed about the growing pile of books sitting beside us. Meaghan ended up borrowing a few of Shirin's picks, while Shirin promised to give some of Meaghan's thrillers a shot.We agreed this guessing game would be something to revisit. It not only highlights our reading differences but also reinforces how well we understand each other's tastes. Whether you're into fantasy epics or fast-paced mysteries, there's always something worth discovering.

This week Kelly and Katai read WITCHCRAFT FOR WAYWARD GIRLS by Grady Hendrix, the story of a group of unwed teenage girls who are sent to a maternity home in Florida in 1970 and the ways they attempt to take control over their own lives and pregnancies (witchcraft, etc). They cry, despair over the plight of these characters and the real girls who went through this, get angry, cry, fawn over Grady Hendrix, get angry, cry, and more!SUBSCRIBE TO OUR PATREON for ad free and video episodes, bonus episodes, and more:⁠https://www.patreon.com/teencreeps⁠ CONNECT:⁠https://discord.com/invite/FYp4QNhruE⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/teencreepspod⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/teencreepspod⁠ MERCH:⁠https://www.teepublic.com/stores/teen-creeps⁠ TEEN CREEPS IS AN INDEPENDENT PODCAST. *All creepy opinions expressed are those of the hosts and guests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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We kicked off the episode with a bit of weather banter, lamenting the lingering cold despite the arrival of spring. This lighthearted opening tied directly into our episode's focus on "tricks" as we wrapped up our literary podcast April's “Tricksters” theme. We reflected on the heavier topics from previous episodes, like the intense themes in Shutter Island, and decided to end the month on a lighter, playful note with a game.As always, we reminded listeners about the related content available on our website, Fully-Booked.ca, including recent articles like the intriguing investigation into how a book with only 444 ratings managed to top Amazon's bestseller list.Explaining the Game: “Trick Each Other Into Reading It”To close out the theme of tricks and foolery, we introduced a game where we each selected a handful of books. The goal was to describe these books vaguely enough to spark interest without revealing the title. The twist? If one of us successfully "enticed "tricked" the other into saying they'd read the book, that person would have to actually read it before the end of the year.The rules were:Describe the book's plot enticingly but vaguely.The other host guesses if they'd want to read it.Only after their decision is the book's identity revealed.If one of us is “tricked,” we're committing to reading the book.Play along with us and try to guess on your own! To reveal the book name, click on the arrow beside "Book reveal".The Game: Guess the Book and Decide to ReadRound 1Arthur: MeaghanDescribes: A brutal coming-of-age story set in a savage wasteland. Lone warrior fights terrifying beasts and deadly enemies to claim leadership. Gladiator vibes, betrayal, survival against the odds.Meaghan's Guess/Reaction: Doesn't sound appealing due to gladiator associations. Declines to read.Book revealRhino: The Rise of a Warrior by Nicholas Sansbury Smith.Round 2Host: MeaghanDescribes: A doctor and a circus performer (who jumps through flaming hoops) team up. Mischievous raccoon sidekick. Somebody loses an eye.Arthur's Guess/Reaction: Curious about the adventure; likes the misfit vibe. Says yes to reading.Book revealSyphon Sparrow by Brynn Weaver (third in the Ruinous Love trilogy). Dark romance twist - Arthur is now on the hook for reading the whole series.Round 3Host: ArthurDescribes: Locked-room murder mystery at a strange outpost where the suspects aren't human. Amateur sleuth repeatedly finds themselves surrounded by death. Witty, quirky, Miss Marple in space energy.Meaghan's Guess/Reaction: Sounds fun, suspects it's Station Eternity - and guesses correctly.Book revealStation Eternity by Mur Lafferty.Round 4Host: MeaghanDescribes: Narrated by a child. "The house isn't haunted—the family is." Closets are unsafe spaces. Nonlinear storytelling reflecting a child's mind.Arthur's Guess/Reaction: Interested; thinks it's a book they've talked about but guesses incorrectly.Book revealIncidents Around the House by Josh Malerman. Horror novel from the author of Bird Box.Round 5Host: ArthurDescribes: An Orphan child taken to a fortress where others are trained in secret knowledge. Creatures, riddles, betrayal, and danger beneath the surface.Meaghan's Guess/Reaction: Might be interested, but unsure what the book is.Book revealIt's Harry Potter. Trick round—no reread required!Round 6Host: MeaghanDescribes: Inspired by Lizzie Borden, set in a Maine mansion where a decades-old murder took place. Current-day caretaker tries to solve the mystery with a mute woman as the key witness.Arthur's Guess/Reaction: Sounds intriguing; hesitant but interested.Book revealThe Only One Left by Riley SagerRound 7Host: ArthurDescribes: Haunted luxury cruiser, salvage crew finds dead passengers who aren't at rest. Ghosts, creepy visions, something watching from the shadows.Meaghan's Guess/Reaction: Initially confused it with Six Wakes or Paradise One, but is interested.Book revealDead Silence by S.A. Barnes.Round 8Host: MeaghanDescribes: Siblings return to childhood home after parents' death, tensions rise. The trauma isn't what you expect—it's the house. Features the creepiest puppet ever.Arthur's Guess/Reaction: Intrigued, especially by the horror elements. Says yes.Book revealHow to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix.Round 9Host: ArthurDescribes: A Deadly puzzle in an ancient fortress. Necromancers, sword fighters, skeletons, betrayal. Gothic horror meets dark fantasy.Meaghan's Guess/Reaction: Sounds compelling; admits he might read it.Book revealGideon the Ninth by Tamsyn Muir.Round 10Host: MeaghanDescribes: Surprise murder at a B&B run by a family of witches, each with distinct powers. Cozy mystery that also tackles grief, loss, and healing.Arthur's Guess/Reaction: Hesitant but interested.Book revealIn the Company of Witches by Arleigh Wallace.Closing Thoughts and Episode Wrap-UpWe concluded the game, reflecting on how successful each of us had been at tricking the other. The result was a tie, with each of us winding up with about two or three books we're now committed to reading. Arthur, in particular, will be tackling Butcher and Blackbird - a fact Meaghan was especially excited about.Finally, we previewed what's coming next month: a more flexible, experimental approach to May's episodes. We encouraged listeners to explore the podcast backlog and check out all the additional content on our site.

Before Roe v. Wade, when a young, unmarried girl got pregnant, she was often sent away – to a place called a maternity home. There, she would give birth in secret, surrender her baby, and return to her life as if nothing had happened. That shadowed history is the setting of Grady Hendrix's latest horror novel, Witchcraft for Wayward Girls. Today on The Sunday Story from Up First, Ayesha Rascoe talks with Hendrix about the truth that inspired his timely fiction — and what happens when people with little choice, discover a new kind of power.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

April/May 2025 | Hosts Holly Browning and Dylan Posa talk to Madi Staggs about the Summer Reading Program, and recommend: 'Dead Money' by Jakob Kerr 'Bomb' by Steve Sheinkin 'Witchcraft For Wayward Girls' by Grady Hendrix and 'Once Upon a Wardrobe' by Patti Callahan Henry

Jake talks about a work of historical horror from Grady Hendrix that breaks from the author's usual comedic tone: Witchcraft for Wayward Girls. 

We opened the episode with a continuation of our Villains Month coverage, diving into the more nuanced territory of morally gray characters. In this third week, we shifted from examining outright villains to exploring the blurred lines between villains and antiheroes.While often confusing, this distinction can help deepen our understanding of literary characters and narrative structure. We discussed how selfish motives and chaotic actions typically define villains, whereas antiheroes may lack traditional heroic qualities but are still driven by noble or relatable goals.What Is On Our NightstandsBefore diving into the main theme, we shared what's currently on our nightstands. Arthur has just finished Transmentation | Transcience by Darkly Lem, a multi-universe sci-fi thriller recently released by Blackstone Publishing. He's moving on to Rhino: The Rise of a Warrior by Nicholas Sainsbury Smith, which is being described as a Conan-meets-Mad-Max-style story set in the Hell Divers universe. A book review will be published soon.Meaghan, on the other hand, is juggling a few books. She's reading an advanced copy of When She Was Gone by Sarah Foster, a psychological thriller that explores family estrangement and disappearance through multiple POVs.She's also in the early chapters of Grady Hendrix's Witchcraft for Wayward Girls, which touches on the dark history of homes for “troubled” girls, wrapped in Hendrix's signature dark humor. Additionally, she's reading Scythe and Sparrow by Brynn Weaver on her subway commutes - the final installment in the Ruinous Love trilogy, known for its dark romance and black comedy. The first book, Butcher and Blackbird, is even getting a film adaptation.Defining Villains vs. AntiheroesOur main discussion centered around defining the differences between villains and antiheroes. We agreed that villains are typically characterized by outright selfishness, chaos, and harm with little to no regard for others. They oppose the protagonist and often revel in destruction or dominance.Antiheroes, in contrast, may lack traditional heroic qualities - like moral clarity, compassion, or honor - but are usually driven by a personal code or a higher, sometimes noble, purpose. Their actions might be questionable, but their motives often aim toward the greater good. For example, they may take morally ambiguous paths to achieve just ends.We used Patrick Bateman from American Psycho and Joe Goldberg from You to illustrate this line. While both offer internal justifications for their actions, we agree that their intentions and outcomes mark them more as villains than antiheroes. They may rationalize what they do, but ultimately their actions are self-serving and destructive.Another great example we discussed was Zayden from Fourth Wing. Though initially perceived as a villain by the protagonist, Violet, his motivations are revealed to be much more layered, shifting his status into antihero territory. Similar shifts occur in characters like Rhysand from ACOTAR, who is misunderstood early on but ultimately acts with benevolent intentions.The Complexity of Character Roles in Narrative StructureWe examined how literary structure, especially multiple POV storytelling, can alter our perceptions of characters. With multiple viewpoints, we often gain deeper insight into the inner motivations of a character who might otherwise appear villainous from another perspective.Meaghan made the point that antiheroes don't need to be the main character. In stories with multiple perspectives, an antihero can be a supporting or secondary character whose actions significantly impact the narrative, even if they're not the protagonist.We discussed characters like Captain Ahab from Moby Dick, Jay Gatsby, and Shakespearean figures like Macbeth and Hamlet. These figures blur the lines between heroism and villainy by embodying both admirable and damning traits. Captain Ahab is fueled by vengeance but is also driven by deeper human emotions, while Gatsby's immoral actions are motivated by love and longing.We touched on how world-building can influence a character's perceived morality. In tightly defined universes, a single action might shift a character from hero to villain or vice versa. The broader and more complex the setting, the easier it becomes to justify or criticize those actions.Modern Obsession with Antiheroes and Reader RelatabilityA recurring theme in our talk was the rising popularity of antiheroes, especially in BookTok communities and modern literature. Meaghan emphasized how modern readers are drawn to nuanced characters who reflect the gray morality of real life. Straightforward good-versus-evil narratives feel outdated to many readers who want complexity and inner conflict in their characters.Romance novels, particularly dark romance, often play with this dynamic. Characters like Zade Meadows from Haunting Adeline or those in Lights Out by Navetta Allen operate with morally questionable methods but are driven by well-intentioned motives, making them compelling and controversial at the same time.We also reflected on Joe Goldberg's character arc and how the show's clever use of internal narration makes viewers uncomfortably sympathetic toward someone who is clearly a villain. This blurring creates tension and complicates our engagement with the story, prompting us to question our moral compass.Characters like Tyrion Lannister in Game of Thrones were also mentioned. While initially self-serving, he evolves over the series into someone with more noble intentions, even if he doesn't fit the typical heroic mold. He shifts from a villain to a morally gray character and eventually a reluctant hero in some people's eyes.Genre Examples and Pop Culture InfluenceWe highlighted how genres like comic books and dark fantasy frequently feature antiheroes. Characters like Deadpool, Daredevil, The Punisher, and Batman exemplify this model. These characters challenge traditional morality, often operating outside the law but still striving to uphold a personal sense of justice. Meaghan noted that even characters like Geralt from The Witcher are often misclassified as antiheroes when they may just be grumpy or reluctant heroes.Arthur brought up the Murderbot Diaries as another upcoming example - an android that hacks its programming to gain autonomy while also occasionally killing humans. It's complex, emotionally resonant, and set to become an Apple TV series.We also briefly touched on Silo's Juliet, who represents a reluctant hero more than an antihero. Her role highlights how characters are shaped by the world around them and are often pulled into heroism unwillingly.We examined situations where antiheroes may shift into villain territory, such as Tamlin from ACOTAR, whose descent into darker behavior between books one and two sparked significant conversation among readers. While some hope for redemption, others see the character's trajectory as complete.Finally, we discussed how some stories allow villains or antiheroes to win. Meaghan noted that this feels more realistic because, in life, good doesn't always triumph. These narratives, while less conventional, often leave a more lasting impact on readers.Final Thoughts and What's NextWe wrapped up by affirming our shared preference for morally complex characters over one-dimensional heroes or villains. Antiheroes, with their flaws, motivations, and layered choices, make for more engaging narratives. Readers want characters that mirror real-life complexity, and antiheroes offer that depth in spades.In the closing segment, we teased our next episode, where we'll focus on different portrayals of a famously adapted villain character across books, films, and shows. We plan to compare portrayals, potentially do a ranking, and analyze how this character has changed across time and mediums.In the meantime, we encouraged listeners to check out our latest reviews and ARCs on our website, FullyBooked.ca, and subscribe to the Bookish newsletter to stay up to date with all our content.

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Brea and Mallory celebrate 400 EPISODES with a list of their favorite books of all time, and questions from Glassers!  Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com!Reading Glasses MerchRecommendations StoreLinks -Reading Glasses Facebook GroupReading Glasses Goodreads GroupAmazon Wish ListNewsletterLibro.fmTo join our Slack channel, email us proof of your Reading-Glasses-supporting Maximum Fun membership!Mallory's Book Events!Books Mentioned -A Kiss Before Dying by Ira LevinBlob by Maggie SuParable of the Sower by Octavia ButlerPriestdaddy by Patricia LockwoodRoadside Picnic by Arkady StrugatksyWe Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley JacksonPeople's History of the United States by Howard ZinnPeaces by Helen OyeyemiX-Factor by Peter DavidWild at Heart by Barry GiffordGod Country by Donny CatesA Headful of Ghosts by Paul TremblayEvery Heart a Doorway by Seanan McGuireAbandon Me by Melissa FebosCabin at the End of the World by Paul TremblayHow to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix

We are back for 2025! We took a hiatus during the second half of 2024 due to our lives becoming that much busier. But loving what we have built with the show over the almost 10 years we've been running (!) we wanted to find a way to continue with BtGS. To that end, we're […] The post Women on trial – with Grady Hendrix first appeared on Breaking the Glass Slipper.

Our favorite horror writer is back at it again! This week we read Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix, a truly harrowing mixture of pregnancy horror, social horror, and eels. In this episode, as you can probably imagine, we talk a lot about abortion rights, fucked up pregnancy stuff, and infanticide. Like honestly probably way too much discussion of infanticide, oopsie, sorry about that. Proceed with caution accordingly. More pregnancy/motherhood/baby horror recs: Nestlings by Nat CassidyImmaculate (2024)The First Omen (2024)Huesera: The Bone Woman (2022) (Note from Cyrus: I forgot to mention this one on the episode but IT'S SO GOOD PLEASE WATCH IT. One of the rare movies that actually made me scream aloud)And lastly, if you want to read/listen to Cyrus's story mentioned at the end of this episode, it's not about pregnancy but it is very much horror: Hemorrhage on Pseudopod.org (not .com as we say on the podcast, I'm a fool)Support the show

IMPORTANT NOTE: This episode contains spoilers for Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix.Author's website: https://www.gradyhendrix.com/Jules IG: https://www.instagram.com/julesbooksandthings/Sav's IG: https://www.instagram.com/riveting.reads/Join Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/talkbookishpodcastBuy merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/talkbookishpodcast/

Hi Witches Join me for a chat with the Mandi Em, author of Witchcraft Therapy, Feral Self-Care, Happy Witch and Shadow Work for Hot Messes. We talk ayahuasca, mushrooms and the fae, shadow work and self care. This episode also includes a book review on the book Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix. TRIGGER WARNING - this book review discusses adoption, rape and sexual abuse. Find Mandi here - https://www.healingforhotmesses.com/about-mandi https://www.instagram.com/healingforhotmesses?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== https://youtube.com/@healingforhotmesses?si=co4etM2Z3-srpyE_ For my book club The Literary Witches Coven and extra witchy content find my witchy Patreon here   - The Witches Institute | creating Podcast episodes, Online Workshops, Grimoire Sheets | Patreon  The book we are reading for The Literary Witches Coven in February and March is Morgan is my Name - Sophie Keetch. My website - The White Witch Podcast  Find my witchy zines here - https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheWhiteWitchCompany The White Witch's Book of Healing: The White Witch's Book of Healing: Weaving Magickal Rituals throughout your Craft for Sacred Healing and Reclamation of the Wild Witch Within: Amazon.co.uk: Rose, Carly: 9781914447266: Books  Lots of witchy love - Carly xx    

Martene McCaffrey of Unity Books Auckland reviews Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix published by Tor Nightfire; "Teenage Fern is sent to a maternity home for young, unwed mothers in the summer of 1970.

It's our first "game club" episode of 2025, and we played Oxenfree, a spooky narrative-choice game featuring a group of teens lost on an island with nothing but a radio and each other. Discussion begins at ~21:26. But before we get into our combined five playthroughs of Oxenfree, we catch up on some of the stuff we've been reading, playing, watching, and thinking about recently.Reading:'The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires' by Grady Hendrix'Cuckoo' by Gretchen Felker-MartinPlaying:The Rise of the Golden Idol (Netflix/iPad)Watching:'I Saw the TV Glow' (Max)RuPaul's Drag Race, Seasons 16 & 17 (Paramount+ & MTV)The Traitors US, Season 3 (Peacock)Thinking About:Chappell Roan & Beyoncé at the GrammysFind us on BlueSky or Instagram: @NovelGamingPodSend us an e-mail: novelgamingpodcast@gmail.comLogo by: Katie!Theme song: "Bit Bossa" by Azureflux 

If you like Grady Hendrix, maybe skip this episode.

Returning guests and two of our favorite authors, Grady Hendrix and Clay McLeod Chapman, join us to talk about The Craft. We talk about our experience with the film and try to dissect what it's really saying about witches. Then we have a spoiler-free chat with Grady and Clay about their newest books, Witchcraft for Wayward Girls and Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, respectively. Read along for our next Bookpisode on Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman on February 18th. Then go see The Monkey for our next Othersode on March 4th!TOC:30 – WELCOME to Clay and Grady! 9:16 – Movie intro12:00 – Previous experience with the film23:22 – What is this movie trying to say about witches? What's any story trying to say about witches1:07:00 – Interview with Clay and Grady about their new books1:54:00 – What's up next?Emily's The Craft: Legacy Blog: https://www.booksquadgoals.com/blog/10-weeks-of-spooktober-the-craft-legacy-week-10-of-10

Grady Hendrix is one of the biggest names in horror fiction today. He's published 11 horror novels and won a Bram Stoker Award for his non-fiction book on the history of horror fiction. In this episode, we revisit a 2021 conversation between Hendrix and former NPR host Audie Cornish about his book Final Girl Support Group with a discussion on society's obsession with violence and its perpetrators, rather than the victims. Then, we hear Hendrix speak with NPR's Ayesha Rascoe about his latest novel, Witchcraft for Wayward Girls, and some of the real life horrors faced by women in history.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

I talk to Grady Hendrix all about his new book “Witchcraft for Wayward Girls”Grady's 3 book recommendations are:The Tulip Touch by Anne Fine, and you might know it's called fromLolly Willowes by Sylvia Townsend WarnerI Await the Devil's Coming by Mary Maclane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back, friends! This week, Michelle and I are recording from the beautiful (and snowy) Orange Beach, Alabama, during our first annual (hopefully) women's retreat. It's been an incredible mix of relaxation, brainstorming, and… well, some adventures we didn't quite plan for. Who knew sticky notes and snow could be so memorable (you'll have to watch/listen to hear THAT story!

Grady Hendrix is back in the house and we are talking about all them witches. We also discuss: which beloved show could have been improved by making the main duo witches? Which Taylor Swift song is giving witchy energy?  Books Mentioned:  Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix How to Become a Sensuous Witch by Aragail, Valaria Undead Girl Gang by Lily Anderson (episode with BJ Colangelo) Witch by Christopher Pike Conjuring the Witch by Jessica Leonard Rosemary's Baby by Ira Levin Conjure Wife by Fritz Lieber Cackle by Rachel Harrison We Ride Upon Sticks by Quan Barry Lolly Willowes: Or the Loving Huntsman by Sylvia Townsend Warner Shownotes: https://booksinthefreezer.com 

Welcome Horror Author, Grady Hendrix to TYOUSK! In this TYOUSK Constant Reader Interview, Grady Hendrix & I Discuss: -We LOVE Firestarter-Standing against Ace Merrill -Amorphous Villains & Creatures -Tommyknocker Redemption? -There is No One Like Stephen KingMore from Grady Hendrix: GradyHendrix.com & "The Great Stephen King Re-Read!" Insta: @gradyhendrixPlease Give the Show Some Love and Post a 5-Star Rating on your Favorite Podcast Outlet! End Credits: (Keys of Moon) SoundcloudX: @UnderratedSKPodInsta: @UnderratedSKPodcastBlueSky:UnderratedSKPod.bsky.social Patreon: patreon.com/dansewithkimcKim C. will Return with The Stand!

Yeah, we are still venting a bit over political crap, However, our taste in reading will help you find something to read in our newborn dystopia. Yearbook by Seth Rogan, Grave Talk by Nick Spaulding, and Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix are all reviewed this week!

Come with us to a utopian (?) community as we discuss One of Our Kind by Nicola Yoon. We talk about the responses to the book from POC readers (our standard disclaimer: we are white ladies), the book's ending, class and characters, and comparisons to similar stories. Tune in on February 4 for a special Othersode on The Craft, featuring guests Grady Hendrix and Clay McLeod Chapman. We'll also talk to them about their newest books, Witchcraft for Wayward Girls and Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, respectively. Then read along for our next Bookpisode about Incidents Around the House by Josh Malerman on February 18. There's still time to enter our giveaway to win three signed books and an audiobook! Visit our Instagram and see pinned post for details!TOC:30–hello and welcome!13:42–book description15:21–what Black readers said24:00–what's the ending?44:25–class56:23– characters1:01:16–comparisons to other similar stories1:06:52–ratings1:13:52–feedback!1:23:18–what's up next?

Today I welcome Grady Hendrix back to the show to discuss his new book, WITCHCRAFT FOR WAYWARD GIRLS, a story about the homes for pregnant teenage girls that were largely used in the years before Roe v Wade. We chat about everything from the inspiration of this story, to the food, and the human monsters in the book. The story has a lot of depth and I enjoyed breaking down even the small details with Grady, so I hope you enjoy it. Links and shownotes at sheworeblackpodcast.com

In this special edition release of The Folklore Podcast, we chat with the New York Times Bestselling horror author Grady Hendrix about his fiction and non-fiction writing, and about his new book 'Witchcraft for Wayward Girls' which is released on the same day as this episode - January 14th, 2025.Support The Folklore Podcast on Patreon and get extra exclusive content at www.patreon.com/thefolklorepodcast

We have something special for you while we're on our top of year break. Friend of the show and bestselling author Grady Hendrix is releasing a new book this week (available as of 1/14) called Witchcraft for Wayward Girls. It's set in the 1970s and follows a series of young teens who are expectant mothers and get sent to a maternity home to await their deliveries. While there, they soon stumble upon an old book detailing spells and witchy rituals. When they try it out, complications ensue...The book is not only a page-turning dramatic thriller, it's also a layered exploration of power struggles, motherhood, systemic control structures, and the cost that comes with exercising power -- or showing mercy. Grady sat down to talk with Reed about his new book, as well as a history of cultural views on witches and witchcraft through the decades. We hope you'll enjoy this interview, and we hope you'll check out Grady's new book!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Step into the eerie aisles of Horrorstör as the Haunted Hosts of Earth Station Boo are joined by special guest Rebecca Perry to review Grady Hendrix’s chilling and hilarious take on a haunted IKEA-like store. Subscribe now to Earth Station Boo where we talk all things horror. Let’s Get Spooky! LinksListen to older episodes of […] The post ORSK: A Home, Forever! | Earth Station Boo appeared first on The ESO Network.

This week we are joined by the award-winning American author and journalist, Grady Hendrix. Grady is the author of the best-selling novel Horrorstör and has written for numerous publications as well as penning the 2019 comedy-horror film Satanic Panic. His new novel Witchcraft For Wayward Girls is released on the 14th of January 2025.Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.Follow us on socials:Andy Bush - Twitter / InstagramScarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / InstagramProduction Company - Lock It In StudioProducer - Dane Smith Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textHere we go! Jen and Kim give a very thorough review of this book.The Southern Book Club' Guide to Slaying VampiresFrom Amazon Description:Steel Magnolias meets Dracula in this New York Times best-selling horror novel about a women's book club that must do battle with a mysterious newcomer to their small Southern town.Patricia Campbell's life has never felt smaller. Her husband is a workaholic, her teenage kids have their own lives, her senile mother-in-law needs constant care, and she's always a step behind on her endless to-do list. The only thing keeping her sane is her book club, a close-knit group of Charleston women united by their love of true crime. At these meetings they're as likely to talk about the Manson family as they are about their own families.One evening after book club, Patricia is viciously attacked by an elderly neighbor, bringing the neighbor's handsome nephew, James Harris, into her life. James is well traveled and well read, and he makes Patricia feel things she hasn't felt in years. But when children on the other side of town go missing, their deaths written off by local police, Patricia has reason to believe James Harris is more of a Bundy than a Brad Pitt. The real problem? James is a monster of a different kind—and Patricia has already invited him in.  Little by little, James will insinuate himself into Patricia's life and try to take everything she took for granted—including the book club—but she won't surrender without a fight in this blood-soaked tale of neighborly kindness gone wrong.Twisted Teachers Podcast wants to hear from you!Leave us a voice message! https://www.speakpipe.com/TwistedTeachersLINKTREE :https://linktr.ee/twistedteacherContact us via email: Twistedteachers2@gmail.comInstagram: @twisted__teacher; @inked_educator68; @escaping_educationTik Tok: @inkededucator @escape_educationFacebook: @TwistedTeacherLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifersquireroberts

On this week's episode of 'Writer's Routine', the show that takes a look inside an author's working day, we're chatting to horror writer, Grady Hendrix. Grady is the bestselling author of "The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires", "Horrorstör", and "My Best Friend's Exorcism". He blends horror and humour with incredibly inventive plots and creative ways of creating terror.His new novel is 'Witchcraft for Wayward Girls'. It tells the story of a home for unwed expecting mothers, who can have their baby in secret whilst their family figures out what to do next, and how to forget the whole thing. Every moment of the girls' waking day is controlled by adults who "know what's best for them", that's until the girl Fern finds a book of the occult, all about witchcraft... suddenly the power is in the girls' hands.We discuss how it was partly inspired by his family history and why he sat on the idea for more than 4 years. You can hear what he thought about when he finally decided to write it, and how he managed to plot and plan such a character-heavy story.Grady reveals what he remembers to make horror fiction scary, who inspires him, and what a day in the life of his novel-writing looks like.Support the show -patreon.com/writersroutineko-fi.com/writersroutineGet a copy of the book - https://uk.bookshop.org/shop/writersroutineThis episode is sponsored by Faber Academy's 'Writing a Novel' course. Find out more - https://faberacademy.com/writing-a-novel@writerspodwritersroutine.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

welcome back to another season of the podcast! season 9 is starting stronger than any season before. THE horror author- the first author I ever discussed on the podcast- Grady Hendrix joins us to talk his newest horror novel Witchcraft for Wayward Girls. ⁠Support Palestine⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Guest Form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠| ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitte⁠r⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠|⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠20% OFF FANGORIA⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

An In-Depth Conversation with Grady Hendrix on Witchcraft in Literature and FilmIn this episode of BLOOD, GUTS, & PAPER CUTS, hosts Sean and Shannon welcome New York Times Bestselling Author Grady Hendricks to discuss Grady's upcoming novel 'Witchcraft for Wayward Girls,' set for release in January 2025. The conversation delves into various aspects of witchcraft in literature and film, exploring different portrayals and the extensive research involved in creating Grady's latest work. They discuss key influences, including 90s cinema, classic witch movies, and the evolution of witchcraft narratives. The episode also touches on the societal implications of witchcraft and the complex dynamics of teenage development, reflecting on how these themes are represented in Hendricks' writing. Enjoy this fun, fascinating look at the world of witches and witchcraft with the phenomenal Grady Hendrix.00:00 Welcome to Blood, Guts, & Paper Cuts with Grady Hendricks00:30 Embarrassing Stories and Emotional Moments02:20 The Evolution of Horror: Beyond Just Scary03:05 Upcoming Novel: Witchcraft for Wayward Girls03:33 Research and Inspiration Behind the Novel07:22 Challenges and Revisions in Writing14:55 The Role of Research in Writing15:46 Creating Authentic Witch Characters23:46 Influences and Inspirations from Cinema38:08 Diving into the 70s: A Nostalgic Journey38:28 Nigel Neal's Creeping Dread41:15 The Witchcraft Debate: Eggers' The Witch42:43 Suspiria: A New Direction in Witchcraft Cinema46:31 The Witchcraft Evolution: From Practical Magic to Modern Takes01:09:19 The Blair Witch Project: A Cultural Phenomenon01:12:50 Wrapping Up: Grady Hendrix's Upcoming ProjectsSHOW NOTES:https://www.gradyhendrix.com/PLEASE FOLLOW US AND REVIEW!!:Please subscribe to us on YouTube: / @BLOODGUTSANDPAPERCUTSPlease find us on INSTAGRAM: @seanoc32Please find us on THREADS: @seanoc32Please find us on BLUESKY: @bgpcpodcast.bsky.socialPlease find us on Spotify: spotify.link/ncvbbRYDmDbPlease find us on Apple Music: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Co-Host: Shannon Bushmann - Montalbano (Instagram: @shannonvonbushmann)Co-Host: Sean O'Connor (Instagram: @seanoc32)Producer: Sean O'Connor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I interview Dan Malikin about “The Wreckage of Us”I also review “Witchcraft for Wayward Girls” by Grady Hendrix, “How to Tell a Haunted House” by Grady Hendrix, “House of Frank” by Kay Sinclair“The Proof of My Innocence” by Jonathan Coe.Dan Malakin recommends:Why Don't You Love Me? by Paul B RaineySelfie by Will Storr, All The Little Liars by Victoria Selman LINKS:Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533022350711635/Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/quickbookreviews.bsky.socialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/quick_book_reviewsThreads: @quick_book_reviewsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@quickbookreviewsTwitter: https://x.com/quickbookrevie3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Jenny Kiefer's This Wretched Valley, there is a bad place just off a highway in a secluded forest in Kentucky. When a small group made up of geology grad students and rock climbers set up camp there to document a previously unknown rock wall, they find more than they bargained for. The place is old. And it isn't always what it seems.       Recommended in this episode: Grady Hendrix's Witchcraft for Wayward Girls NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.  More info about the Canadian museum exhibit here: https://www.orillia.ca/en/visiting/exhibits.aspx?_mid_=28224 (Opening October 5 until December 20, 2024 - Temporary Exhibit)   UP NEXT: The holiday season is approaching, and we are going to take full advantage. So the podcast will be on hiatus for the remainder of 2024.  We will run a few of our favorite holiday episodes from years past. We will be back in 2025 with a brand new episode.   Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.   

On this episode, Annette LaPlaca, a self-proclaimed church lady who loves mysteries and thrillers, discusses her career in editing, how she developed a love of reading in her children, and why it's ok to have a lot of books. We also discuss the moral and empathetic benefits of a murder book and why people shouldn't shy away from them.    Books mentioned in this episode:    What Betsy's reading:  Dearest by Jacqui Walters  Ghostroots by ‘Pemi Aguda  Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro  How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix    Books Highlighted by Annette: Cry the Beloved Country by Alan Paton  A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith  Gaudy Night by Dorothy L. Sayers  Okay for Now by Gary D. Schmidt  The Franchise Affair by Josephine Tey The Schwa Was Here by Neal Shusterman  The Storied Life A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin The Unconsoled by Kazuo Ishiguro   All books available on my Bookshop.org episode page.   Other books mentioned in this episode: The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis  Matilda by Roald Dahl 1984 by George Orwell  One Day in the Life of Ivan Denisovich by Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn  Leap Over a Wall by Eugene H. Peterson  The Kingdom, the Power and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism by Tim Alberta  Puritan Pleasures of the Detective Story by Erik Routley Nancy Drew: The Secret of the Old Clock by Carolyn Keene Eight Cousins by Louisa May Alcott  Peace Like a River by Leif Enger  I Cheerfully Refuse by Leif Enger  Case Histories by Kate Atkinson  The Man Who Was Thursday: A Nightmare by G.K. Chesterton  Little Women by Louisa May Alcott  The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster  A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle  Many Waters by Madeleine L'Engle  Freaky Deaky by Elmore Leonard  The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan Haidt  Around the World in 80 Days by Jules Verne  The Cat Who Could Read Backwards by Lilian Jackson Braun  Moby-Dick by Herman Mellville  Trust by Hernan Diaz  The Chosen by Chaim Potok  Life After Life by Kate Atkinson  The Wednesday Wars by Gary D. Schmidt  Life of Pi by Yann Martel  Brat Farrar by Josephine Tey  Miss Pym Disposes by Josephine Tey  The Schwa Was Here by Neal Shusterman  Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin  Silas Marner by George Eliot  Middlemarch by George Eliot  Emma by Jane Austen  The Keeper of Lost Causes: The First Department Q Novel by Jussi Adler-Olsen  The Troubled Man by Henning Mankell  Father Brown: The Essential Tales by G.K. Chesterton  Mindhunter: Inside the FBI's Elite Serial Crime Unit by John E. Douglas & Mark Olshaker  The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro  Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro  An Artist of the Floating World by Kazuo Ishiguro

For Toil and Trouble, our book, we did a deep dive into research of the witch. And since the witch is a mainstay of this time of year, we thought it would be fun to do a little bit of a different episode today. We watched the first two episodes of Disney Plus's Agatha All Along.  NEWS: We have a Bookshop.org shop now! Find all of our favorite books at our shop–and help out small businesses.    More info about the Canadian museum exhibit here: https://www.orillia.ca/en/visiting/exhibits.aspx?_mid_=28224 (Opening October 5 until December 20, 2024 - Temporary Exhibit)   Recommended in this episode: We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer and Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix (available for preorder)   UP NEXT: An interview with Jenny Keifer. Her new book This Wretched Valley is available on our Bookshop!   Buy our books here, including our newest Toil and Trouble.   

Book Besties Season 7 Episode 9: How to Sell a Haunted HouseWrapping up spooky season, the Besties take on the horror novel How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix. Join them as they talk about creepy ass puppets, ghosts vs. demons, and family secrets. Things talked about in this episode:Taylor Swift Style: Fashion Through the Eras: https://bit.ly/4ho8fC0 Geo's Tiktok: https://bit.ly/3UlOVLSGrady Hendrix: https://www.gradyhendrix.com/Are You Afraid of the Dark The Tale of the Frozen Ghost: https://bit.ly/3YfjVhC Katzenjammer episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/411124/ Mexican Gothic episode: https://rss.com/podcasts/bookbesties/293493/ Meet Molly and April, they bonded over books and became Book Besties. So, what do you do when you find your book bestie? Start a podcast of course. Hang out with April and Molly as they talk about everything they love and hate about books.

WAPL librarians Desirae and Sarah are joined by Jenn from Brown Deer Public Library for a discussion on why they love audiobooks. They talk about some of their favorites, including ones featuring terrific solo narrators as well as those with a full cast. Works mentioned: The Wedding People by Alison Espach; The Storyteller by Dave Grohl; From Cradle to Stage by Virginia Hanlon Grohl; Surrender by Bono; Me by Elton John; the movie Rocketman; The Teacher, Never Lie, The Inmate and Ward D by Freida McFadden; The Southern Book Club's Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix; The Final Revival of Opal & Nev by Dawnie Walton; the Lily Adler mysteries by Katharine Schellman; And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie; The Guest List by Lucy Foley; King of Wrath and the Twisted series by Ana Huang; Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt; the Whatever After and Wings of Fire series; and the Inspector Gamache series by Louise Penny. Check out books, TV shows and movies at countycat.mcfls.org, wplc.overdrive.com, hoopladigital.com and kanopy.com/en/westallis. For more about WAPL, visit westallislibrary.org. Music: Tim Moor via Pixabay

On this edition of The Arts Section, host Gary Zidek catches up with Oscar-winning animator Adam Elliot to talk about his new film MEMOIR OF A SNAIL. The Dueling Critics, Kelly Kleiman and Jonathan Abarbanel, join Gary to review the world premiere EVIL PERFECT. Later in the show, Gary checks in with acclaimed theater director Lili-Anne Brown to look back at her career and chat about an award she recently won. And we'll hear from best-selling horror author Grady Hendrix.

Belle and Jenny chat all things spooooooky in this weeks episode. Belle is on a mission to read a really scary book (spoiler - we're struggling to find one!) We share our spookiest book recs along with some (not all that spooky) movie recommendations.We'd love to know the scariest book you've ever, drop us a comment over on Instagram.Books mentionedWe Solve Murder by Richard OsmondChildren of Paradise by Camilla GrudovaOur Wives Under the Sea and Salt Slow by Julia ArmfieldThe Little Stranger by Sarah WatersVerity by Colleen HooverThe Whistling by Rebecca NetleyThin Air and Dark Matter by Michelle PaverSharp Objects andThe Grown Up by Gillian FlynnThe Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins GilmanDark Tales andThe Haunting of Hill House by Shirley JacksonThings We Lost in the Fire by Marianna EnriquezThe Last House on Needless Street by Catriona WardCursed Bunny by Bora ChungThings We Say in the Dark by Kirsty LoganSomething Wicked This Way Comes by Ray BradburyCarmilla by Joseph Sheridan Le FanuRachel Harrison and Grady Hendrix's booksMovies & TV mentionedHereditary Black ChristmasAnna and the ApocalypseOne Cut of the DeadThe ShiningThe Blair Witch ProjectThe VoicesMr Mercedes (TV)Get in touchInstagram | TikTok | Voice message | Substack | Patreon | Ko-fiSupport The Bookcast ClubYou can support the podcast on Patreon. Our tiers start at £2 a month. Rewards include early access to the podcast, 'close friends' feed on Instagram, monthly bonus episodes, tailored book recommendations and books in the post. You can now try our Patreon FREE for 7 days. If you would like to make a one-off donation you can do so on Ko-fi. A free way to show your support is to mention us on social media, rate us on Spotify or review us on Apple Podcasts.NewsletterSign up to our monthly newsletter on Substack for more book recommendations, reviews, new releases, podcast recommendations and the latest podcast news. Come and chat to us in the comments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's spooky season, and that means a Grady Hendrix discussion is much needed for both spooks and laughter- scattered, smothered, covered, and capped. Join us as we dissect How to Sell A Haunted House (trigger warning for murderous puppets and dolls). The girls also discuss the latest adaptation news and their recent reads and acquisitions.    Books mentioned this episode:  How to Sell a Haunted House by Grady Hendrix The Southern Book Club Guide to Slaying Vampires by Grady Hendrix Slewfoot by Brom We Used to Live Here by Marcus Kliewer The Halloween Tree by Ray Bradbury Goosebumps by R.L. Stein The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allen Poe Dracula by Bram Stoker Coraline by Neil Gaiman Interview with a vampire by Ann Rice The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein by Kiersten White Dreadful by Caitlin Rozakis  Piranesi by Susanna Clarke Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow by King, Evvely, and Lopes The Year of the Witching by Alexis Henderson A Drop of Fortune by Danielle Garrett  Saturday Night Ghost Club by Craig Davidson

Music is undeniably a huge part of what makes video games special, both individually and on an industry-wide level. Not only is no gaming award show complete without a gong for the year's best soundtrack, but even the Proms have started acknowledging that video game scores have come a long way since the 8-bit days (without throwing any shade on chiptune, a legitimate genre in and of itself with some stone-cold classics). That's probably why, from huge AAAs to smaller indies, music can account for a significant chunk of any game's budget — and it's definitely worth the investment. For this episode, the Indieventure trio have pooled our vinyl collection to talk about some of our personal favourite indie game music highlights. I know you guys say you love long show notes but there's seriously no way I'm going to be able to list every track we talk about here — which is why we've put together [a YouTube playlist] that should cover everything instead! A quick overview, though, sees us talking about the music from games including Balatro, Bombrush Cyberfunk, Braid, Celeste, Crypt of the Necrodancer, Dear Esther, Death's Door, Dicey Dungeons, Disco Elysium, Everybody's Gone to the Rapture, Fields of Mistria, Firewatch, Hades, Hades II, Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice, Hollow Knight, Hotline Miami, Hypnospace Outlaw, Journey, Kentucky Route Zero, Monster Prom 2: Monster Camp, Minecraft, No Straight Roads, Paradise Killer, Pizza Tower, Pyre, Return of the Obra Dinn, Stardew Valley, A Tower Full of Cats, Trombone Champ, Undertale, Unravel, and We Happy Few. If you'd like to hear every track we discuss in this episode in its entirety, we've added them all to a convenient YouTube playlist that you can find here. During the course of this chat we also promise you a couple of specific links, so go here for Bombrush Cyberfunk soundtrack memes, and here for one of the Ace Attorney x Danganronpa musical mashup channels on YouTube that Rebecca (and now Rachel too) is so very fond of.   Finally, as ever, are our current hyperfixations! Rebecca has discovered an accidentally awesome double-bill of horror novels with a timely social message in Chuck Tingle's Bury Your Gays and Grady Hendrix's The Final Girl Support Group; Liam's been having a whimsical time in recently-released indie platformer The Plucky Squire; and Rachel is having a moment with girly pop in general, and Chappell Roan and Sabrina Carpenter in particular, thanks to the recent VMAs award show.   Our music, meanwhile, was written and performed by Ollie Newbury! Find him on Instagram at @newbsmusic. Meanwhile, you can find us at indieventurepodcast.co.uk or wherever you listen to podcasts.  

Weirdos!! It's our second SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE brought to YOU by our friends at Audible! Today we're joined by one of our besties, Sabrina from 2 Girls 1 Ghost to chat about Grady Hendrix's, “My Best Friends Exorcism”! Join the “Weirdos' Audiobook Club' AND the conversation as we talk about our favorite characters, themes, and scenes! Haven't listened yet? Don't worry about it, friend! Go to Audible.com/weirdos for YOUR free trial! And don't forget to click the episode post on Instagram to comment YOUR favorite part of the book, and discuss with other Weirdos who enjoyed the title, as well!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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In this episode, Steve and Tananarive talk to New York Times bestselling horror writer Grady Hendrix (My Best Friend's Exorcism, How to Sell a Haunted House) about how he started his career, why and how he writes so many women characters, and the role of grief in his storytelling. Also, hints about his upcoming new novel, Witchcraft for Wayward Girls.  LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL at https://www.speakpipe.com/LifewritingPodcast (We might play your message!) Join Tananarive's mailing list at https://tananarivelist.com Join Steve's mailing list at https://stevenbarneslist.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This month marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of Stephen King's first novel, “Carrie.” In the decades since, King has experimented with length, genre and style, but has always maintained his position as one of America's most famous writers.On this week's episode, host Gilbert Cruz talks to the novelist Grady Hendrix, who read and re-read many of King's books over several years, writing an essay on each as well as King superfan Damon Lindelof, the TV showrunner behind shows such as “Lost” and “The Leftovers.”Some of the books discussed in this episode: "Carrie," "Cujo," "Duma Key," "From a Buick 8," "The Tommyknockers," "The Stand," and "The Long Walk."Some of the articles referenced:Grady Hendrix's Stephen King essaysWhen Damon Lindelof, Carlton Cuse and J.J. Abrams met Stephen KingStephen King reviews Tom Perrotta's "The Leftovers"