Travelling to the birthplace of Interview with the Vampire

Vampires not only don’t die, they never seem to go away. From ancient myths to modern stories, books and movies, the vampire sucks our attention. On a recent visit to New Orleans, Antonio Michael Downing saw the home of Anne Rice and immersed himself in her life and work. He dives into the classic with vampire novel aficionado Bridget Raymundo, who also recommends a more recent vampire read she loved. Plus, Juno-nominee Sacha recommends a book that stokes her creativity.Books discussed on this week's show include:Pay as You Go by David Eskor JohnsonHow Much of These Hills is Gold by C. Pam ZhangJulius, Julius by Aurora Steward de PenaYield by Jaime ForsytheCheck us out on Instagram @cbcbooks and TikTok @cbcbooks