Joe Scipione

Joe Scipione is a storyteller at heart, having authored Mr. Nightmare, Decay, Zoo: Eight Tales of Animal Horror, and Perhaps She Will Die. A proud member of the Horror Writers Association, he also contributes as a Senior Contributor and horror book reviewer for Horrorbound.net. In this episode, Joe joins Vince to discuss his latest novel, The Gods Among Them, which delves into complex themes such as addiction, homelessness, and the human condition. The conversation explores the dynamic relationship between Philip and Lloyd, the atmospheric Chicago setting that amplifies the horror elements, and the moral complexities of the antagonist, Michael. Scipione reflects on the challenges of writing vivid sensory experiences and the emotional struggles faced by the protagonist, weaving curiosity and dread into his storytelling. Joe also shares insights into his writing journey, including the influence of quantum physics in fiction, the importance of reader feedback, and the creative process behind The Gods Among Them. He discusses his writing routine, the significance of book cover design, and how he navigates reader reviews. Finally, he reflects on the joy of connecting with readers and balancing his writing career with family life. Website: https://www.joescipione.com/ Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joe-Scipione/author/B08V3CR352?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Joe-Scipione-Author-100087319013756/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@joescipione0 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joescipione0/ #joescipione #thegodsamongthem #speculativefiction #scifihorror #addiction #homelessness #characterdynamics #chicago #humanmonsters #quantumphysics #writingprocess #readerreviews #creativity