Monsters, Metaphors & the Midwest: An Interview with Minnesota Author Patrick W. Marsh

This week on Total Conundrum, we sit down with Minnesota author Patrick W. Marsh, creator of The Greenland Diaries series and a master of monsters both real and symbolic. We dive into: • How Patrick builds terrifying (and emotional) creatures • Using monsters as metaphors for mental health • His writing process and creative rituals • Minnesota’s unique horror identity • His upcoming projects and evolving story worlds If you love dark fantasy, indie authors, or the weird, wild mysteries of the Midwest… this one’s for you, Conundrum Crew. Enjoyed the episode? Show us some love! Like, comment, and share with your weirdest friend. And if you’ve got your own strange tale or haunting experience — we want to hear it! Submit a story at https://www.totalconundrum.com/contact Watch & Listen Everywhere: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TotalConundrum Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TotalConundrum1 Merch: https://www.bonfire.com/store/total-conundrum/ Follow Us for More Creepy Content: Website: https://totalconundrum.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/total_conundrum/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/Total_Conundrum Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TotalConundrum TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@totalconundrum Connect with us here: bio.link/totalconundrum Contact: [email protected] Want to be featured as a sponsor? Email: [email protected] Special Guest: Patrick W. Marsh — Minnesota Author & Creator of The Greenland Diaries Website: https://patrickwmarshauthor.wordpress.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PatrickWMarshAuthor Twitter: https://twitter.com/eastbankmarsh Books: Available on Amazon & Kindle under Patrick W. Marsh Be sure to check out Patrick’s incredible monster-filled worlds and his ongoing book series!