Horror Humor Hunger

In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning author and actor Joey Powell! His recent published work includes Squirming All the Way Up and Night Games, co-authored with his twin Josh Powell. He’s also an incredible illustrator and book designer, and he’s the owner and operator of indie press Mad Axe Media. Join us as we discuss horror as art, what it’s like to operate a small press, what we wish we saw more of in the horror world, and more!Keep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Nat Cassidy is an award-winning actor, playwright, director, and the author of the acclaimed novels When the Wolf Comes Home, Mary: An Awakening of Terror, Nestlings, and Rest Stop. Esquire has named him one of the "writers shaping horror’s next golden age.” His newest collection, I Know a Place, drops TODAY, May 5!Join us as we discuss the structure of writing horror, subversion, suspense, character-driven, compulsively readable stories, and the current golden age of horror we’re lucky enough to find ourselves in!Connect with Nat: http://www.natcassidy.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Stephanie Rose is a bookseller, publisher, editor, and author--a true Renaissance woman of horror. Join us as we discuss the best background media for writing (horror movies on mute!), why horror matters, weekly writing goals, handling reviews, and her style: cinematic, comedic, and cozy (we love an alliteration over here!).Connect with Stephanie: https://stephanierosewriter.comOrder from Death by TBR Books: https://deathbytbrbooks.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Who better to discuss medical and body horror than an emergency medicine physician with a flair for the macabre? N.J. Gallegos is an absolute powerhouse--her novella Just Desserts won an American Legacy Book Award in the Psychological Horror category in 2024, and in 2022 and 2025, she won first place in Alien Buddha Press' Horror Showdown. In 2025, she was nominated for two Pushcart Prizes. She’s also published 2 novels--The Broken Heart and The Fatal Mind, and her latest publications are a fabulous novella called Eat Your Heart Out and a collection called Time of Death (coming May 26, 2026). Join us as we discuss the gnarliest things she’s seen as a physician, how to balance work and writing, the best ways to decompress (hello, reality TV and writing horror!), and our favorite pathogens!Connect with N.J.: https://njgallegos.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Ever wondered what’s living in your walls? Or what lurks inside of that abandoned mall? Or what might happen to a terrorized neighborhood on Halloween? If so, you’ve got to check out horror author Ben Farthing. Join Ben and me as we discuss the horror of liminal spaces, full-time horror author-ing, what the horror book world needs more of, and more!Connect with Ben: https://thedreadfarthing.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

“Horror is the liver of the literary body. You need the liver to process all your toxins.”How gorgeous and insightful, am I right? And that’s only a tiny taste of what award-winning author Dawn Kurtagich has to offer in this fascinating, fun, and frightening interview. Join us as we discuss everything from the purpose of horror to the importance of writing rituals (I, too, wish I could cozy up on the side of a mountain at sunset!).Connect with Dawn: https://www.dawnkurtagich.comFind Dawn on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnkurtagich/Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

If you’re anything like me, then you’re not immune to the widespread recent interest in Mormon culture (anybody else love The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives?). Enter Linda Hamilton, an ex-Mormon and the author of The Fourth Wife, a deliciously chilling, historical gothic horror with a feminist slant where a young Mormon woman is haunted by a malevolent presence in the decrepit Salt Lake City mansion she shares with her new husband and his other wives. Join us as we discuss how history and personal experience can inspire horror, religious trauma in horror, gothic novels, and how to manage the writing life.Linda Hamilton is an author and historian who is currently completing her Master’s in history at Sam Houston State University with a thesis on Mormon women in polygamy. Her debut novel The Fourth Wife (publishing March 31, 2026) is rooted in the real lives of women from her own family history and religious heritage.Connect with Linda: https://www.readlindahamilton.comFind Linda on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindahamiltonwriter/?hl=enConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

In this episode, I have the great pleasure of speaking with A. Rae Dunlap, author of The Resurrectionist and The Dreadfuls (which is absolutely fantastic!). Join us as we discuss the fascinating nature of cemeteries, how to create the right atmosphere for historical narratives, Jack the Ripper, the history of our obsession with true crime, and more!Connect with A. Rae Dunlap: https://araedunlap.comFind A. Rae Dunlap on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/araewrites/Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

What do you get when you combine an intelligence analyst, a technology futurist, and a horror novelist? You get the one and only Alma Katsu! In this episode, we discuss everything from the looming threat of generative AI to exploring history through a horror lens.Alma is a New York Times bestselling author, and her books have been nominated for and won multiple prestigious awards including the Stoker, Goodreads Readers Choice, and International Thriller Writers, and appeared on numerous Best Books lists. Her book THE HUNGER, which is a reimagining of the story of the Donner Party (and it’s also the book I read on my honeymoon), was named one of NPR’s 100 favorite horror stories. As if that weren’t enough, she also has over 30 years of experience as an intelligence professional at CIA and NSA.Connect with Alma and sign up for her Substack: https://almakatsubooks.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

I couldn’t let a Friday the 13th go uncelebrated, so here’s a super special bonus episode featuring my friend and fellow horror author, R. Jacob Honeybrook! In addition to being an author, R. Jacob Honeybrook is one of the hosts of the fabulous, award-winning Midnight Terrors podcast. A former journalist, he also pens the weekly horror column “The Honeycut” for TBM Horror. His newest collection, BOOKS FOR THE BROKEN, will be out on March 30! Join us as we discuss his newest work, marketing as an indie author, dealing with rejection, and paving our own paths in publishing.Connect with RJH: https://www.instagram.com/author_honeybrook/Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

In this episode, I’m joined by the queen of Gothic suspense, Paulette Kennedy! She’s the bestselling author of The Devil and Mrs. Davenport, as well as many other fabulous novels. Join us as we discuss the power of historical settings, the Gothic genre, and her newest release, The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael!Connect with Paulette: https://paulettekennedy.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Today, I’m joined by Michael Harbron, bestselling horror author of the Interview with the Devil series. He’s also the author of the official Fright Night prequel novel, called Fright Night: Hellbound. Join us as we discuss reviving cult classics, building a horror universe, and our favorite horror novels!Connect with Michael: https://michaelharbron.comFind Michael on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelharbron/Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Women in Horror Month is almost here!! Multiple award-winning author Gwendolyn Kiste joins me to discuss the importance of recognizing women in horror, the month’s theme of resilience, and her work. Come celebrate with us!Connect with Gwendolyn: https://www.gwendolynkiste.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Prolific horror author Jack Finn is no stranger to research--his books are layered with historical facts that make the narrative that much more terrifying. Join us as we discuss what horror has to offer readers, why history is an excellent inspiration for horror, and what we wish we saw more of in the horror world.Connect with Jack: https://therealjackfinn.comConnect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Pod favorite and seasoned clinical psychologist Dr. Camille Holiner joins me again for a fascinating discussion of the history of lobotomy, the evolution of the treatment of mental illness over the past few decades, toxic family dynamics, and more!Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Often, we don’t have to look further than our own history for horrifying inspiration. Maria Tureaud, author of the Great Hunger-inspired This House Will Feed, joins me for an illuminating discussion of how we can use horror fiction to explore and provide catharsis for historic tragedy.Maria Tureaud is the author of one of my new favorite novels, This House Will Feed, which is set at the height of the Irish Famine in the author’s own County Clare. Amidst the devastation of Ireland’s Great Hunger, a young woman is salvaged from certain death when offered a mysterious position at a remote manor house in this chillingly evocative historical horror novel. Maria hails from the Wild Atlantic Way on the west coast of Ireland, and she is a seasoned Developmental Editor of fourteen years as well as an acclaimed author of middle grade and adult fiction.Connect with Maria: https://authormariatureaud.com/books/Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

In the season 8 premiere, my wonderful friend Katherine flips the script and interviews me all about my newest novel, A Veritable Household Pet. Join us as we discuss the history of lobotomy, the writing process, getting into the mind of a character, and the evolution of narrative voice.Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Season 8 is coming soon! Mark your calendars for the premiere episode on January 27, and add A Veritable Household Pet to your TBR today (or you can always preorder!).Connect with Viggy: https://viggyhampton.comPurchase A Veritable Household Pet along with Viggy’s other books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B082DC79CG/allbooks?ingress=0&lp_context_query=viggy+parr+hampton&visitId=de1e27e5-1287-480a-b6e5-8e57fcd3f214&ref_=ap_rdr&ccs_id=d71bd3f1-0606-455c-b57f-3eb3635a30d1Sound effects courtesy of Pixabay and AppleKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

If you’ve made it this far, you’re probably just as hungry as I am. Let’s get ready to ROT with this season’s The Rotting Room-inspired recipe…Bring Your Own Bucket Devil’s Food Cake!Bring Your Own Bucket Devil’s Food CakeCake3 cups almond flour3/4 cup cocoa powder4 1/2 tsp baking powder1 tsp salt2/3 cup milk or almond milk6 eggs2/3 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar3 tsp pure vanilla extractCookies3 cups almond flour4 Tbsp softened coconut oil1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp maple syrup or honey1/4 tsp salt1/2 tsp baking soda1/4 tsp almond extractMelted chocolate for decoratingPudding1 package pistachio instant pudding mix2 cups cold milkFrosting1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk1 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened1 1/4 – 2 cups powdered sugar, siftedDecorationSprinklesCrumbled OreosChopped nutsInstructionsCake: Preheat oven to 350F. Butter two 9” cake pans. Mix all ingredients together until batter is smooth. Divide batter into two pans. Bake cakes for 14-16 minutes. Let the cakes cool completely.Cookies: Preheat oven to 350F. Grease a square 9x9” pan with butter. Combine all cookie ingredients until batter is smooth. Press into prepared pan. Bake for 20-22 minutes, until cookies are golden. When cool, cut into 18 uniform rectangles. Melt a bit of chocolate and pipe two lines along the cookies, one a half inch from the bottom and one a half inch from the top. Let set.Pudding: Prepare pistachio pudding according to package instructions. Set aside in the fridge.Frosting: Add almond milk to a glass mixing bowl and microwave for 1 minute, then add chocolate to warm milk. Cover with a towel and let sit for 2 minutes. When ready, stir with a wooden spoon. Incorporate softened butter and cover again. Let rest for 10 minutes. Next, use an electric mixer to combine everything. Add 1 1/2 cups sifted powdered sugar and mix again. Put frosting in the fridge to set for 1-2 hours. When you’re ready to frost, beat the frosting again. Add more powdered sugar if needed.Note: If you want to make this a bit easier, you can use store-bought devil’s food cake mix, store-bought frosting, and/or premade cookie dough for this cake! Assembly: On a cake plate, set the first cake layer onto a bit of frosting. In the center of the cake, dig a small-ish hole to accommodate the pudding, but don’t press through to the bottom of the cake (we don’t want any leakage). Frost the top of the layer (but not the hole). Carefully cut a hole through the second layer, but keep the cake you remove. Cut that in half lengthwise. Put the second layer on top of the first. Fill the cavity with pistachio pudding, then plug with the cake circle. Cover the entire cake in frosting. Press the cookies around the cake. Finally, decorate the top of your cake with whatever looks the most rotten to you--sprinkles, raspberries, chopped nuts, crumbled cookies--be creative!Slice the cake, enjoy the ooze, and pair with a glass of green juice!Order THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Yes, horror movies and books are immersive, but have you ever wanted to be the main character in your own horror story (without the danger)? If so, you’ve got to check out Eerie Games. These are tabletop role-playing games that put YOU in the driver’s seat of the horrifying action. Join me and Eerie Games designer Scott Falzone as we explore the ins and outs of horror games--from inhabiting the role as a kind of therapy to using these games to build foundations of genuine connection with others!Connect with Eerie Games: https://www.instagram.com/eeriegamesdev/Play Eerie Games and join their Discord: https://www.eeriegames.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

In this episode, I’m joined by not one, but TWO incredibly interesting, intelligent, and insightful guests--Briana Cox and Kailee Pedersen. Briana is a horror screenwriter and author, and her novel Indigent will be published next spring (it’s already received glowing praise!). Kailee is the author of Sacrificial Animals, which is a Libby Books Award finalist for horror and an Otherwise Award long-listed book.Join us as we discuss rage in writing, Own Voices, BIPOC and queer horror, representation, marginalized voices in publishing, and even opera! Trust me, you won’t want to miss this nuanced, lively conversation!Connect with Briana: https://www.instagram.com/pedroparo2/Connect with Kailee: https://www.instagram.com/kailee_pedersen/Kailee’s website: https://kaileepedersen.com/Order Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Do you believe in ghosts? What about communicating with the dead through space and time? Whether you think it’s all very real or an elaborate hoax, the idea of contacting the dead has a long and storied history, especially through the Spiritualism movement. Join me and author Kathleen Kaufman as we discuss spirits, mesmerism, Gothic tales, and the history behind her wonderful novel, The Entirely True Story of the Fantastical Mesmerist Nora Grey.Connect with Kathleen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathleen.kaufman/Connect with Kathleen on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorkathleenkaufman/Order Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

I’ve got an incredible guest for this episode: the very cool, very talented, and very fun CJ Leede! CJ is a horror writer, hiker, Trekkie, and all-around very interesting person. Her debut novel, Maeve Fly, won the Golden Poppy Octavia E. Butler Award, the Splatterpunk Award for best novel, and was a Bram Stoker Award nominee as well as an Indie Next pick. Her second and most recent novel, American Rapture, was also an Indie Next pick. Join me and CJ as we discuss religious horror, crafting characters that feel like real people, finding catharsis through writing, and incorporating Place (with a capital P) in stories. You won’t want to miss this one!Connect with CJ on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ceejthemoment/CJ’s website: https://cjleede.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Who doesn’t love a good monster? Author and podcaster Brad Ricks is a monster connoisseur with a special penchant for vampires. Join Brad and me as we discuss creepy creatures, the craft of writing horror, and the best parts of podcasting!Keep up with Brad: https://www.bradricks.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Horror isn’t always dark and terrifying--it can also be hilarious and just plain fun. Nobody knows that better than Sean McDonough, author of many gleefully gruesome books. Join Sean and me as we discuss the most fun horror era ever: the 1980s!Connect with Sean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/houseoftheboogeyman/Connect with Sean on TikTok: @‌seanmcdhorrorOrder Sean’s books: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07SJWGX6M?ccs_id=5848f8c8-a09f-4c94-b59e-6f21d3813a87Order Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Caitlin Starling, nationally bestselling author of The Starving Saints (2025), The Death of Jane Lawrence (2021), Last to Leave the Room (2023), and the Bram Stoker-nominated The Luminous Dead (2019), as well as the forthcoming The Graceview Patient (which will publish October 14 of this year), knows how to scare readers. Join Caitlin and me as we discuss the meaning of horror, its various subgenres (Religious! Claustrophobic! Medical! Psychological! Moist!), and the research involved in crafting a rich fictional world.Connect with Caitlin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorcstarling/Caitlin’s website: https://www.caitlinstarling.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Why are we drawn not just to horror, but to horror that makes us laugh? If you’ve ever wondered why you’re guffawing during a chase scene or chuckling when the monster shows up, then you’ve got to hear what author and screenwriter Eric Miller has to say!Keep up with Eric: https://www.ericmillerwrites.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Okay folks, this episode goes DEEP. Special guest Jenny Lea, who is a medium, channel, empath, and psychic, joins me to take us on a brief but absolutely fascinating tour of the spirit realm. We discuss all the helpful and hopeful pieces, from angels to spirit guides, but we also get a little darker, of course--think demons, unquiet ghosts, and dark energies.Connect with Jenny Lea: https://mediumjennylea.wordpress.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Horror is an incredibly diverse genre, and it’s able to carry the weight of both unbelievable fear and incredible catharsis. Through horror, we can explore what makes us uncomfortable in a safe, secure way. Join me and USA Today Bestselling author Rachel Harrison as we dissect the power of horror, her fantastic books, and even her novel-inspired sense of style!Connect with Rachel: Rachel HarrisonRachel’s Instagram: Rachel Harrison (@rachelharrisonsghost)Rachel’s Penguin author page: Rachel Harrison | Penguin Random HouseOrder Viggy’s books today: HomeOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: The Rotting Room: A Historical Horror NovelSound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Horror doesn’t just have to scare you--horror can also make you laugh. Nobody knows that better than Denise Guay, who writes under the name D.M. Guay. Her fantastic series, 24/7 Demon Mart, combines monsters, talking insects, demons, and hilariously hapless characters. Join us as we discuss the weird, wonderful world of horror comedy.D.M. Guay’s website: https://dmguay.wordpress.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Chances are, when you think of indie religious horror (which I hope you do!), you can’t help but think of Nick Roberts. He’s the internationally bestselling author of The Exorcist’s House, which won the 2023 Books of Horror Indie Book Brawl, Mean Spirited, Anathema, and many other horrifying novels, along with two story collections, It Haunts the Mindand Nocturnal by Nature. In this episode, Nick and I discuss everything from the power of religious horror in particular to what it’s like to be a full-time author. You won’t want to miss this one!Connect with Nick and order his books: https://www.nickrobertsauthor.comFind Nick on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpookyWVFollow Nick on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spookywv/Order Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

What is your horror origin story? For author Haley Newlin, her love of horror began with oldies horror films. Think Vincent Price, William Castle, and all the gimmicky tricks. Join Haley and me as we discuss the fabulous world of oldies horror, how fear transcends the decades, and her upcoming third novel, THE FILM YOU ARE ABOUT TO SEE (which publishes October 14, 2025)!Connect with Haley on Instagram and TikTok: @‌haleynewlin_authorHaley’s website: https://www.haleynewlinauthor.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

From ghosts to medical mysteries to creepy cryptids, local legends bring a lot of flavor to a place. Join me and special guest Wes Verde as we discuss some of the legends surrounding his home state of New Jersey--including the Jersey Devil and the sad history of the Radium Girls.Keep up with Wes: wesverde.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Horror is one of the most flexible, immersive, experimental, and expansive genres. Nobody knows that better than Gabino Iglesias, the Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson Award-winning author of THE DEVIL TAKES YOU HOME, HOUSE OF BONE AND RAIN, ZERO SAINTS, and COYOTE SONGS. Join Gabino and me as we discuss everything from the power of horror to the best way to deal with impostor syndrome (hint: it’s not what you think!).Keep up with Gabino on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, TwitterOrder his books today: Bookshop.orgOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

There are few things cooler than a horror Renaissance man, and today’s guest, Dr. Corey J. Trahan, is definitely one of those. Between his horror films, his spooky band The Immortalz, and his haunted theme parks, Corey is fully immersed in the horror world. Join us as we discuss the fascinating facets of his eerie empire!Corey’s production company with features trailers: www.horrorweb.comCorey’s director info: https://www.coreyjtrahan.com/Corey’s films:https://vimeo.com/878057931/e293f26dcehttps://vimeo.com/992497926/c60bd1e9e3What's next for Corey: https://www.horrorweb.com/demoncodeCorey’s band, The Immortalz: https://www.theimmortalz.com/Corey’s theme parks:https://www.batcityscaregrounds.com/https://nightmareon19thstreet.com/Order Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Most people assume you consume horror to lose your faith… but what if horror could actually help you find your faith, while shedding light on the human condition in a very profound way? That may sound like a heavy weight to carry, but trust me, the horror genre is up for the challenge. Join me and Reverend Joe Haward as we discuss the deep significance and importance of the horror genre to both religion and the world at large.Learn more about Joe: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B09TNBMC6D?ccs_id=03a7a0ce-7032-4680-b6de-1220143a38c8Order Joe’s book about horror and faith: https://www.amazon.com/Be-Afraid-Horror-Faith-Change-ebook/dp/B07MWS2BG2?ref_=ast_author_dp_rw&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9._FMnzTM9C4R0YHImT32VbA0haaArFiQ8WgV9EmJihCDv8elmGnxXE5GrbuY5NqvHLaUNoD8HaG-rnpL8Nq7Xvw.4NYmmU7CVxBwVi1Gd7IOsGJZnEFPXqEusIOpYjTvbQQ&dib_tag=AUTHOROrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM here: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Horror is way more than gore and slashers--there’s nuance, there’s angst, and there’s even… pink horror? That’s right! Author Wendy Dalrymple joins me to discuss pink horror, the Gothic genre, and her newest novel, Credenza.https://wendydalrymple.com/IG: @‌wendydalrymplewritesOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Adapting a book for film is one thing, but what about adapting a film into a… recipe?The imaginative and highly creative Richard Sargent, an award-winning actor, director, producer, playwright, and filmmaker, joins me to discuss the tasty side of horror. He’s always had an interest in ‘creative cooking,’ which we at Horror Humor Hunger absolutely love. He’s the author of THE HORROR MOVIE COOKBOOK: 60 DELICIOUSLY DEADLY RECIPES INSPIRED BY ICONIC SLASHERS, ZOMBIE FILMS, PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLERS, SCI-FI SPOOKS, AND MORE, and he’s got some devilishly delicious dishes up his sleeve.Connect with Richard: https://www.instagram.com/horrormovienightcookbook/#Get your own copy of Richard’s cookbook: https://www.amazon.com/Horror-Movie-Night-Cookbook-Psychological/dp/1646044916/ref=asc_df_1646044916?mcid=312aa393b91b3c1e8000196fa8ca0965&hvocijid=1827720246000895381-1646044916-&hvexpln=73&tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=730312820598&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1827720246000895381&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011276&hvtargid=pla-2281435178058&psc=1Order Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM here: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Are you a believer in the supernatural? Do ghosts keep you up at night? Whether you’re a big believer or a seasoned skeptic, Dr. Randy Overbeck, mystery author and ghost specialist, is a fantastic guide to the world of the paranormal. Join us as we discuss everything from hauntings to the symbolism of ghosts to what makes a good ghost story.Find Randy here: https://www.authorrandyoverbeck.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Join author Jeff Vande Zande and I as we discuss horror books, ghosts, screenwriting and filmmaking, and how important it is to leave room for the reader to engage with the story.Jeff’s website: https://authorjeffvandezande.blogspot.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM here: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Savannah is the most haunted city on earth, so it’s only fitting that it would be home to a brand new paranormal museum. Join me and special guests Chris Soucy and Megan Jones as they discuss their brand-new Savannah Paranormal Museum. I can’t wait to visit!The Savannah Paranormal Museum: https://savannahparanormalmuseum.com/Learn more about Chris: https://soucywrites.comThe Most Haunted City on Earth podcast: https://www.hauntedcitypodcast.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Screenwriter, actress, and producer Sophia Louisa joins me to discuss all things horror movies. What scares us onscreen versus in a book? How do we translate horror from one medium to another? How do you really scare someone with a film?You won’t want to miss this fascinating conversation!Connect with Sophia Louisa: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5167823/https://www.instagram.com/sophialouisalee/#Order Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Horror helps you connect with the full range of human experience…. and that’s just one of the topics I cover with author Emma E. Murray. Join us as we break down religion in horror, what makes a story transgressive, how feeling uncomfortable and unsettled can help us take full advantage of our humanity, and more!Connect with Emma and find her books: https://emmaemurray.comOrder Viggy’s books today: https://viggyhampton.comOrder THE ROTTING ROOM: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

If you’re into Gothic vibes, body horror, and creepy nuns, then you’re ready to enter…. THE ROTTING ROOM. My third novel, THE ROTTING ROOM, will publish on 4/23. Season 7 of Horror Humor Hunger will be chock-full of incredible guests discussing everything from religious fanaticism to screenwriting to recipe development. Trust me, this season has something for everyone!Preorder THE ROTTING ROOM here: https://www.amazon.com/Rotting-Room-Historical-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DZD9B67S/Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Celebrate 1000 books sold with me by enjoying this season’s featured recipe, the Vulgar Alligator cocktail!Recipe: The Vulgar Alligator1.5 oz Blanco tequila1 oz Cointreau0.5 oz Amaretto0.5 oz Midori1 oz fresh lime juiceYou can check out A COLD NIGHT FOR ALLIGATORS and MUCH TOO VULGAR anywhere books are sold: https://www.amazon.com/Much-Too-Vulgar-Horror-Novel-ebook/dp/B0DGQHCDT4/ref=pd_ci_mcx_mh_mcx_views_1_image?pd_rd_w=AKevI&content-id=amzn1.sym.bb21fc54-1dd8-448e-92bb-2ddce187f4ac%3Aamzn1.symc.40e6a10e-cbc4-4fa5-81e3-4435ff64d03b&pf_rd_p=bb21fc54-1dd8-448e-92bb-2ddce187f4ac&pf_rd_r=GG9B8EEQ9SRFKJABY1CJ&pd_rd_wg=kehy4&pd_rd_r=874c2429-dde1-4fb7-b2e6-45e6ddf10f6b&pd_rd_i=B0DGQHCDT4Check out the DreadPop Magazine Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/DreadPopMagazineSound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Besides authors and readers, there’s a very important cornerstone of the book world: booksellers! In this episode, I’m joined by the founder of High Strangeness Books, Jessica Ennenbach. High Strangeness is an e-commerce online bookstore dedicated to horror and dark romance that offers curated monthly book boxes (which sound so insanely awesome). From the current horror renaissance to the importance of collective third spaces for community building, Jessica and I cover a lot of fascinating ground!Connect with High Strangeness Books on Instagram: @‌highstrangenessbooksOrder from High Strangeness Books: https://www.highstrangenessbooks.comOrder your High Strangeness Books Adult Horror Book Club Box: https://www.highstrangenessbooks.com/shop/p/adult-horror-book-club-boxOrder your High Strangeness Books Dark Romance Book Club Box: https://www.highstrangenessbooks.com/shop/p/dark-romance-book-club-boxHigh Strangeness Books on Bookshop.org: https://bookshop.org/shop/highstrangenessbooksSound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Mona Kabbani is a powerhouse in the indie horror world, with several acclaimed novellas and novels under her belt (The Bell Chime, Vanilla, For You, The Color of Blood) and more on the way. She’s also a strong voice for horror scholarship, consistently delving into what horror means, what it can do for us, and why it matters. Join us as for a fascinating, enlightening, and funny conversation about why horror is so important.Connect with Mona at her website: https://www.moralityinhorror.comFind her on Instagram and TikTok: @‌moralityinhorrorSound effects courtesy of PixabayConnect with me and find my books here: https://viggyhampton.comKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Aaaaaaand we're back, after a brief holiday hiatus! Let's start the new year off right with a discussion of a very disturbed individual 😈 My newest horror novel, Much Too Vulgar, is about a disturbed pre-med student named Keely who will do anything she can to get into med school… even if it means eliminating her competition. Join me and clinical psychologist Dr. Camille Holiner as we unpack just how ‘disturbed’ a character like Keely truly is. We also touch on trigger warnings, sociopathy, and perfectionism.Get your copy of Much Too Vulgar: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGQHCDT4?ref_=pe_93986420_775043100Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

Today, I’m joined by writer and producer Barry Levy, whose most recent project, Me, is out now on Apple TV +. His big break came from his original screenplay Vantage Point, and he has since worked with Steven Spielberg and Tom Clancy. In this episode, Barry gives us a behind-the-scenes view of filmmaking as we talk about book-to-big screen adaptations, writing for readers vs. writing for viewers, his advice for budding filmmakers, and more!Get your copy of Much Too Vulgar: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGQHCDT4?ref_=pe_93986420_775043100Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com

I don’t cry often when I read books--especially horror--but IN THE TALL TREES by Angel Van Atta had me sobbing and gasping for air. In this episode, I’m lucky enough to be joined by Angel herself. In addition to being a super talented writer, she’s a wonderful human being. Join us as we discuss writing trauma and grief, horror as catharsis, and what it’s like to be an indie author.Connect with Angel on TikTok and Instagram @‌angelwriteshorror and find her books on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B0B57FDMPYGet your copy of Much Too Vulgar: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DGQHCDT4?ref_=pe_93986420_775043100Sound effects courtesy of PixabayKeep up with Horror Humor Hunger:- Instagram: @horrorhumorhungerpodcast- Viggy's Instagram: @viggyparrhampton- Twitter: @HHHPodwithViggy- Sign up for Viggy's monthly newsletter at www.viggyhampton.com