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Feb 3, 2026 1 hr 2 min

Episode #193: Dead First with Johnny Compton

from The Dead Tree Society Podcast

Johnny Compton, Bram Stoker award-winning author of The Spite House and Devils Kill Devils, visits the show to talk about his new book Dead First, available February 10, 2026 from Putnam. Alongside host Trevor, he talks about Texas lore, about private investigators and code-switching, about the need for cultural literacy, and a whole lot more. You can catch more from Johnny at his website, johnnycompton.com. Dead First is available for pre-order or for purchase from your favorite book retailer, or you can request a copy at your local library.

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