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Sley House Presents

Sley House Publishing is a book publisher focusing on the best in horror, sci-fi, fantasy, mysteries, and thrillers. In this podcast, our hosts talk with authors, filmmakers, and creators who both exemplify genre work and contribute unique perspectives to contemporary art. The Sley House mission is to feature outstanding writers and artists in their respective fields and their perspectives on human art. Occasionally, Sley House Presents produces audio fiction from contemporary and classical authors alike. For more information, follow Sley House Presents on social media and at sleyhouse.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #236: Misery's Wife with Joan Tierney

    Author Joan Tierney visits to talk about her debut novel, Misery's Wife, available July 14, 2026 from Flatiron Books. She talks about the book's origins as a Portuguese folk tale, about bringing the folk tale to the 21st century, about finding family and the role of luck in our success and our happiness, and a whole lot more as pertains to the book and our own meaning-making.You can find more about Joan Tierney on Instagram @space.selkie, and you can get Misery's Wife at your local library or your favorite book retailer on July 14! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #235: Mister Magic with Kiersten White

    Award-winning and best-selling author Kiersten White visits the show to talk about Mister Magic, her 2023 novel that has recently been adapted as a graphic novel through Ten Speed Graphic with Scott Peterson. She talks about the magic of adaptation, but also about the book's way of dealing with nostalgia, toxicity in structures of belief, and coming to know oneself in adulthood. For more information about Kiersten White and her work, you can find her at www.kierstenwhite.com and you can get Mister Magic and its graphic novel at your local library or your favorite book retailer today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #234: Dead Weight with Hildur Knútsdóttir

    Award-winning author Hildur Knútsdóttir visits the show to talk about her latest translated novella, Dead Weight, available in the U.S. through Tor Nightfire. She talks about hiding bodies, writing about contemporary issues in Icelandic (and world) culture, and about the need for stories of women doing what needs to be done as a form of cathartic justice.You can find more about Hildur Knútsdóttir by visiting her website, www.hildurknutsdottir.is, and you can get Dead Weight and her other novella, The Night Guest, from Tor Nightfire at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #233: Abyss with Nicholas Binge

    Bestselling author Nicholas Binge is back to talk about his latest book, Abyss, now available from Tor Nightfire. He breaks down some of the book's allusions, its central conceits and their relationship to our feelings about the world and Capital, and a lot more. You can find Nicholas Binge at his website, nicholasbinge.com, and you can get Abyss now from your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #232: Moss'd in Space with Rebecca Thorne

    Rebecca Thorne is back to celebrate the release of her latest novel, Moss'd in Space, available June 30, 2026 from Bramble. She joins Trevor and Amelia in a conversation about the book, about neurodiverse characters and representation in the book, about the cozy sci-fi genre and its budding promise in the publishing industry, and a whole lot more about what she loved in crafting one of our favorite books of the year.You can find Rebecca Thorne at rebeccathorne.net and you can get Moss'd in Space at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #231: Slasher Summer with E.L. Chen

    Author E.L. Chen joins the show to talk about her newest novel, Slasher Summer, available on June 23, 2026 from Crown. She talks about her origin story with slashers, how the book takes on familiar tropes, and how she uses the slasher to explore issues of identity-making, and a whole lot more.You can find more about E.L. Chen at her website, elainechen.com, and you can get Slasher Summer at your local library or your favorite book retailer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #230: Make Me Better with Sarah Gailey

    Best-selling author Sarah Gailey joins the show to talk about their latest novel Make Me Better, now available from Tor Books. They talk with Trevor about high-control groups, about the shape and scope of human hurt and how that relates to decisions and power, about facing flaws and hurts and finding grace, and a whole lot more.For more from Sarah Gailey, you can find them at sarahgailey.com, and you can get Make Me Better at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #229: An Impossibility of Crows with Kirsten Kaschock

    Award-winning author and poet Kirsten Kaschock joins the show to talk about her latest novel, An Impossibility of Crows, which is available now from University of Massachusetts Press. She talks about the book's Gothic concepts, about monstrous motherhood and other griefs, and about the space and function of poetry and fiction in her life.You can find more about Kirsten Kaschock at her website, www.kirstenkaschock.com, and you can get An Impossibility of Crows now by ordering it from University of Massachusetts Press, special ordering from your local bookstore, or asking for it from your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #228: Summer of Sci-Fi and Fantasy Panel feat. the Murder Cabin Writing Group

    In this episode of Sley House Presents' Summer of Sci-Fi and Fantasy, Trevor welcomes best-selling and award-winning authors Megan O'Keefe, Andrea Stewart, Marina Lostetter, Thomas K. Carpenter, Anthea Sharp, Annie Bellet, Jamie Thornton, and Jacquie Bartel for a panel on what sci-fi and fantasy means to them. Together, they break down the importance of genre literature in their own literary upbringing, what it means to them as adults and artists, and how stories reflect for them both internal conflicts and external politics of the world they live in, and more!If you're interested in getting to know any of these authors, you can find them at their respective websites:Megan O'Keefe: www.meganokeefe.comAndrea Stewart: www.andreagstewart.comMarina Lostetter: lostetter.wordpress.comThomas K. Carpenter: thomaskcarpenter.comAnthea Sharp: antheasharp.comAnnie Bellet: anniebellet.comJamie Thornton: jamiethornton.comJacqueline Bartel: dailysciencefiction.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #227: Dhampira with Amy Pennza

    Author Amy Pennza joins host Amelia to talk about her upcoming novel, Dhampira, releasing June 16, 2026, from Ace Books. She discusses her love for crafting complex characters and all things romantasy, as well as shares her experience switching careers to become a full time writer and how she encourages aspiring authors to do the same.You can find more about Amy Pennza at www.amypennza.com, and you can get Dhampira on June 16 at your local library or preorder it from your favorite book retailer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #226: Backstabbers with Eliza Jabore

    Author Eliza Jabore is here to talk about her debut novel Backstabbers, now available from Bantam. She talks about the book's slasher roots and true crime backdrop, about how the book deals with messy characters and strained relationships, and more.You can find more about Eliza Jabore at https://kelseykupitz.wixsite.com/authorsite, and you can get Backstabbers today from your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #225: Sublimation with Isabel J. Kim

    Award-winning author Isabel J. Kim visits to talk about her debut novel Sublimation, available June 2, 2026 from Tor. She talks about the book's major concepts, how they apply to the personal act of narrativization, empathy, how nostalgia colors our perceptions and decisions, and how we make better choices about ourselves and our lives.You can find more about Isabel J. Kim at www.isabel.kim and you can get Sublimation at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #224: I'll Watch Your Baby with Neena Viel

    Author Neena Viel visits the show to talk about her latest novel, I'll Watch Your Baby, available now from St. Martin's Griffin. She talks about the book's origins in America's most famous "welfare queen," how the book incorporates social commentary with its scares, the importance of humor in her work, and more.You can find more about Neena Viel at her website www.neenaviel.com, and you can get the book now at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #223: The Ghost in Cabin 13 with J.C. Phillipps

    Author and illustrator J.C. Phillipps is her to talk about her middle grade graphic novel The Ghost in Cabin 13, available now from Penguin Workshop. She talks about visual composition, about developing her own style through composition, about what is too visually spooky for middle graders, and why visual art like graphic novels matter to engagement and literacy with children.You can find more about J.C. Phillipps online at jcphillipps.com, and you can get The Ghost in Cabin 13 today at your favorite book retailer or your local library! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #222: A Spell for Saints and Sinners with Emily Carpenter

    Author Emily Carpenter is here to talk about her latest novel, A Spell for Saints and Sinners, available now from Kensington. She talks about the book's roots in Georgia, about her take on the importance of the Southern Gothic, and about writing characters full of desire, structured around the navigations of class and power. You can find more from Emily Carpenter at emilycarpenterauthor.com and you can find A Spell for Saints and Sinners at your local library or your favorite book retailer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #221: The Last Contract of Isako with Fonda Lee

    Best-selling and award-winning author Fonda Lee joins the show to talk about samurai and her new book The Last Contract of Isako, now available from Orbit Books. She talks samurai, codes of honor, reflecting on why we crave speculative stories, and more.You can find Fonda Lee at her website, www.fondalee.com, and you can get The Last Contract of Isako at your favorite book retailer or your local library today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #220: Indigent with Briana Cox

    Author Briana Cox visits the show to share her debut novel Indigent, currently self-published and available for purchase direct or through most online book retailers. She talks about the book's origins as inspired by problems of medical indigency, about writing authentic characters, how violence is done to minority communities, and more.You can find Briana Cox at their website brianacoxwriter.com, and you can read Indigent today through places like Bookshop.org or Briana's website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #219: The Girl with a Thousand Faces with Sunyi Dean

    Best-selling author Sunyi Dean visits the show to dive into some of the themes and elements of her new book The Girl with a Thousand Faces, now available from Tor. She breaks down some of the book's origins, talks about generational and historic trauma, how we process those traumas, and how we act to move forward from the things in us that hurt and isolate us.You can find more about Sunyi Dean at her website, www.sunyidean.com, and you can get The Girl with a Thousand Faces at your local library or your favorite book retailer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #218: Death's Daughter with S.A. Barnes

    Dying for a good read? You're in luck! S.A. Barnes returns to the show (for the fourth time!) to talk about her latest book, Death's Daughter. She talks about romance, romantic fantasy, the importance of reading romance, how romance engages readers emotionally, and a whole lot more!For more information about S.A. Barnes, you can visit her website at www.staceykade.com, and you can get Death's Daughter from Bramble today at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #217: Sisters of the Lizard with Jackson Ford

    Best-selling author Jackson Ford returns to talk about his latest novel, Sisters of the Lizard, the sequel to The Bone Raiders. He dives into what he thinks as a craftsman, about writing stories with real heart and stakes, and why it matters that a story be bold enough to go deep, look inward, and try on big ideas.You can find more about Jackson Ford at jacksonfordauthor.com, and you can get Sisters of the Lizard on May 5, 2026, from Orbit Books at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #216: The Language of Liars with S.L. Huang

    Award-winning author S.L. Huang visits the show to talk about their new book The Language of Liars, now available from Tordotcom. With host Trevor, Huang breaks down the book's big ideas about language and colonialism, how language is linked to identity for them and the book, its relationship to culture and barriers, and how we deal with these intersections in our own lives.You can find S.L. Huang at slhuang.com, and you can get The Language of Liars on April 28, 2026, from your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #215: Broken Dolls with Ally Malinenko

    Welcoming back Stoker-Award winning author Ally Malinenko, Trevor and Ally break down her latest novel Broken Dolls, now available from all major book retailers. They break down the book's focus on grief, explore their own feelings about grief, about why we don't talk about grief, and the necessary space of it in our lives.You can find more about Ally Malinenko at her website, allymalinenko.com, and you can get the book Broken Dolls today from HarperCollins at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #214: The Photonic Effect with Mike Chen

    Bestselling author Mike Chen is on the show to talk about his latest book The Photonic Effect, now available from Saga Press. He talks about the book's popular media influences in Mass Effect and Star Trek, about writing about hope and deliberation, and about the book's broader message about how we make decisions and what it means to live by them.You can find more about Mike Chen at www.mikechenbooks.com and you can get The Photonic Effect now from Saga Press at your local library or your favorite book retailer.Thanks to the Saga Says Crew program for this episode's reading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #213: Invasive Species with Ellery Adams

    New York Times Bestselling author Ellery Adams visits to talk about her debut horror novel, Invasive Species, now available from Hanover Square Press. She talks about her love for mythology, her interests in horror and transitioning from mystery into horror, and the importance of story in her life, her craft, and our worldviews. You can find more about Ellery Adams at www.elleryadamsbooks.com, and you can get your copy of Invasive Species from your local library or your favorite book retailer today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #212: The Take with Kelly Yang

    Best-selling author and literary superstar Kelly Yang visits to talk about her latest novel The Take, available April 21, 2026, from Berkley. She talks about ageism in industry, about false dichotomies of power and influence, about making room for new voices while respecting industry experience, and a whole lot more pertaining to the book and how it reflects a philosophy of the moment.You can find more about Kelly at www.kellyyang.com and you can find The Take and her other books at your local library or your favorite book retailer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #211: The Haunted Houses She Calls Her Own with Gwendolyn Kiste

    Multiple award-winning author Gwendolyn Kiste comes back to the show to talk about her new collection The Haunted Houses She Calls Her Own, now available from Raw Dog Press. She talks about revisiting her craft, about revisiting historic figures to recontextualize their place in modern issues, and also breaks down issues pertaining to activism and empathy in fiction and reality. You can find more about Gwendolyn Kiste at www.gwendolynkiste.com, and you can get The Haunted Houses She Calls Her Own direct through the Raw Dog Screaming Press website at rawdogscreaming.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #210: Writhe with Abby Vail

    Author Abby Vail is here to talk about her new book Writhe, available now from Sobelo Books. She talks about writing unforgivable characters, acting with compassion, and writing in the dark in order to better understand ourselves.You can find more about Abby Vail at abbyvailauthor.com, and you can get Writhe direct from Sobelo Books at sobelobooks.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #209: Morsel with Carter Keane

    Author Carter Keane comes on to talk about their debut novella Morsel, available April 14, 2026, from Tor Nightfire. With host Trevor, they talk about capitalism, hunger, and catharsis, and a lot more both directly related and tangential to the book's big questions.You can find more about Carter Keane at carterkeane.com, and you can find the book available at your local library or your favorite book retailer on April 14! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #208: Dark Sisters with Kristi DeMeester

    Author Kristi DeMeester visits the show to talk about her latest novel, Dark Sisters, published in winter 2025. She talks about writing problematic characters, how she structured some of her characters' conflicts around questions of authenticity and power, and a whole lot more.You can find more about Kristi DeMeester at www.kristidemeester.com, and you can get Dark Sisters now at your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #207: The Subtle Art of Folding Space with John Chu

    Award-winning author John Chu talks about his new novel The Subtle Art of Folding Space, available April 7, 2026, from Tor. He talks quantum physics (of a sense), the inner workings of his characters' lives, and reflects on what that means in a broader sense beyond art to what we feel about our human lives. It's a deep, sometimes existential, and frequently fun conversation about a book that is all of those things and more.You can find more from John Chu at www.johnchu.net, and you can get The Subtle Art of Folding Space at your favorite book retailer or at your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #206: The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore

    Author Olesya Salnikova Gilmore is back to talk about her new book The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru, now available from Berkley. She talks about the historic roots of the book, about writing about the immigrant experience, and how the book's major themes reflect on our human positionality and cognitive mapping, plus a dialogue about her absolute love of Paris. You can find out more about Olesya Salnikova Gilmore at her website, olesyagilmore.com, and you can get The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru at your local library or your favorite book retailer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #205: Nothing Tastes As Good with Luke Dumas

    Luke Dumas, the author of The Paleontologist, is here to talk about his latest novel Nothing Tastes As Good, out March 31, 2026 from Atria. He talks about the book's unique take on fat-phobic media, dealing with depictions of weight and its relationship to self-esteem, and how we begin to dissect our own sense of self-worth by looking at the systems that feed us for good and bad.You can find more about Luke Dumas at his website, www.lukedumas.com, and you can get Nothing Tastes As Good at your local library or your favorite book retailer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #204: Cold Snap with Angela Sylvaine

    Bram Stoker Award-Nominated author Angela Sylvaine returns to talk about her new novel, Cold Snap, the sequel to Frost Bite now available from Dark Matter Ink. They talk about writing sequels, the economy of storytelling, and dive into the significance of what's real in fiction.You can find more about Angela Sylvaine at her website, angelasylvaine.com, and you can get both novels in the Frost Bite series now direct from Dark Matter Ink or through your favorite online book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #203: Crawlspace with Adam Christopher

    New York Times best-selling author Adam Christopher visits to talk about his new novel Crawlspace, available now from Tor Nightfire. With Trevor, he talks about his origins as a sci-fi writer, the shape of horror in his new novel, and what is compelling to him about dread and the unknown in his fiction.You can find more about Adam Christopher online at www.adamchristopher.me, and you can get Crawlspace at your local library or your favorite book retailer today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #202: Cabaret in Flames with Hache Pueyo

    Disclaimer: This episode does contain conversation about violence of a nature that may not be suitable for all listeners. Discretion is advised.Trevor is joined by award-winning writer Hache Pueyo to talk about her new novella Cabaret in Flames, now available from Tordotcom. They talk about the reason for writing about dark things in fiction, about how violence impacts people and characters alike, and the importance of asking hard questions no matter your ability to answer them.You can find more of Hache Pueyo's work at hachepueyo.com, and you can get her novellas from Tordotcom now at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #201: Nobody's Baby with Olivia Waite

    Award-winning author Olivia Waite joins the show to talk about her latest novella in the Dorothy Gentleman series, Nobody's Baby. She breaks down her brand of cozy sci-fi mystery, gives Trevor some romance reading starting points, and discusses how politics features in her work and the importance of story in civichood. You can find Olivia Waite online at www.oliviawaite.com, and you can get the Dorothy Gentleman series now from Tordotcom wherever you buy your books or at your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #200: The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael with Paulette Kennedy

    Paulette Kennedy, award-winning author, returns to the show to talk about her latest book, The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael, available now from Lake Union Press. She talks with Trevor about the book's setting in Charleston, performative activism and real activism, and the historical relevance of the book's major themes.You can find more about Paulette Kennedy at paulettekennedy.com, and you can find more about her new business, Gothic Dreams, at gothicdreamsbookbox.com. The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael is available March 10, 2026 in your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #199: Between Two Fires with Christopher Buehlman

    Celebrating the rerelease of his hit novel Between Two Fires, Christopher Buehlman joins hosts Trevor and Collin to dive into the book, its major themes like redemption and the place of violence, as well as philosophize about the importance of living an examined life.You can find more about Christopher Buehlman at his website, christopherbuehlmanauthor.com, and you can get the rerelease of Between Two Fires in beautiful hardback from Tor Nightfire on March 3, 2026 at your favorite book retailer or track the book down at your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #198: Night of the Mannequins with Stephen Graham Jones

    Award-winning author and bestseller Stephen Graham Jones joins the show to talk about the rerelease of Night of the Mannequins, his 2020 novella now available from Tor Nightfire. With Trevor, he talks about decentering canons, focusing on the stories and conflicts of working class people in their own epic right, pop art as pulse, fear and love and a lot more.You can find Stephen Graham Jones at www.stephengrahamjones.com and you can find his work at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #197: The Eterna Files and Gothic Histories with Leanna Renee Hieber

    Author and actor Leanna Renee Hieber joins the show for a second time, this time to talk about her novel The Eterna Files and her work as a Gothic historian in America's Most Gothic. She breaks down what is most important to her in her work, how the Gothic shapes our perception of history, and why it's important to remember the spiritual alongside the modern in history and literature both.You can find Leanna at her website www.leannareneehieber.com, and you can get her novels at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #196: The Body with Bethany C. Morrow

    Award-winning author Bethany C. Morrow joins Trevor to talk about her new book The Body. Along the way, they talk about what fiction can address, why it is important to diversify your reading and expose yourself to new perspectives and media, and how media literacy contributes to the way we are able to address wrongs and deprogram away from the corruptive influences that trap us in cycles of violence (plus much, much more).You can find more from Bethany C. Morrow at her website, www.bethanycmorrow.com, and you can find The Body available now from Tor Nightfire at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #195: Trad Wife with Saratoga Schaefer

    Author Saratoga Schaefer is back on the show to talk about their sophomore novel, Trad Wife (now available from Crooked Lane Press in the U.S.). With host Trevor, they talk about the novel, about trad wifing as a social media trend, about cognitive mapping, and how social media contributes or detracts from our happiness.You can find more about Saratoga Schaefer at their website, saratogaschaefer.com, and you can get Trad Wife from Crooked Lane Press on February 10 from your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #194: Everyone in the Group Chat Dies with L.M. Chilton

    In this interview, author L.M. Chilton joins with show host Trevor to talk about his new novel, Everyone in the Group Chat Dies, available now from Gallery/Scout Press. They talk about classical detection novels, about how Everyone in the Group Chat Dies addresses new digital spaces and how they can fit into traditional detective novels, as well as broader issues of how to discern the fidelity of information in a digital world and how novels of detection accentuate our need for a connection to and relationship with the truth.You can find L.M. Chilton at lmchilton.com, and you can get Everyone in the Group Chat Dies and his other work at your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #193: Dead First with Johnny Compton

    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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #192: The Last Witch with C.J. Cooke

    Author C.J. Cooke joins the show to talk about her latest novel, The Last Witch, available now from publisher Berkley. With Trevor, she talks about the origins of her novel in the 15th century, about authenticity in writing fiction, and about how fiction serves to assist us in clarifying the historic record while preserving what remains important to the context of its moment and ours. You can find more about C.J. Cooke online at carolynjesscooke.com, and you can find her novels at your local library or at your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #191: A Box Full of Darkness with Simone St. James

    In this episode, best-selling author Simone St. James comes to talk about her new book, A Box Full of Darkness, available January 20 in the US through publisher Berkley. She talks with Trevor about her Gothic stories, about writing complicated characters, and the effect of trauma on personal relationships.You can find more Simone St. James at simonestjames.com, and you can find A Box Full of Darkness and her other novels at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #190: The Dark Times of Nimble Nottingham with Ryan James Black

    In this episode, author Ryan James Black visits to talk about his book The Dark Times of Nimble Nottingham, which is now available in the U.S. and other countries. Together with Trevor, he talks about the craft of hope in fiction for children, and about the craft of hope as an exercise in looking at the world.You can find more about Ryan James Black at ryanjamesblack.com and you can get his novel at your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #189: Ring Shout with P. Djèlí Clark

    Author P. Djèlí Clark visits to celebrate the paperback release of Ring Shout, now available from Tor Nightfire. He breaks down the importance of the Shout to culture and Black heritage, the evolution and importance of media and its messaging for good and for bad, and the natures of hate and justice.You can find more from P. Djèlí Clark at his website, pdjeliclark.com, and you can find Ring Shout and his other fictions at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Episode #188: Year End Superlatives with Amanda Bernat (Her Infinite Archive)

    Trevor is joined by writer and book reviewer Amanda Bernat, the owner of Her Infinite Archive, to discuss their 2025 superlative fiction.For more information about Amanda Bernat, you can follow her on socials @ohtinybibliophile or at her blog https://herinfinitearchive.blogspot.com/.Our 2025 Superlatives:Most Gripping(Amanda) TILT by Emma Pattee(Trevor) VOLATILE MEMORY by Seth HaddonMost Unique(Amanda) HOW TO FAKE A HAUNTING by Christa Carmen(Trevor) CATHEDRAL OF THE DROWNED by Nathan BallingrudMost Visceral(Amanda) CARRION CROW by Heather Parry(Trevor) THE LIBRARY AT HELLEBORE by Cassandra KhawMost Resonant(Amanda) THE HOUNDING by Xenobe Purvis(Trevor) THE INCANDESCENT by Emily TeshMost Unforgettable(Amanda) THE REDEMPTION OF MORGAN BRIGHT by Chris Panatier(Trevor) DAEDALUS IS DEAD by Seamus SullivanMost Uplifting(Amanda) DEATH OF A CLOWN by Catherine McCarthy(Trevor) LUCKY DAY by Chuck TingleMost Satisfying(Amanda) WHY I LOVE HORROR ed. by Becky Siegel Spratford(Trevor) COLD ETERNITY by S.A. BarnesMost Cathartic(Amanda) ON SUNDAYS SHE PICKED FLOWERS by Yah Yah Scholfield(Trevor) SALTCROP by Yume KitaseiMost Awe-Inspiring(Amanda) YOU DID NOTHING WRONG by CG Drews(Trevor) ANGEL DOWN by Daniel KrausBest Reading Experience(Amanda) NOS4A2 by Joe Hill(Trevor) MYSTERY JAMES DIGS HER OWN GRAVE by Ally Russell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    Sley House Presents Christmas Eve Special: "Fishing for Charlie" by David Corse

    In this exclusive audio production, Sley House presents "Fishing for Charlie," a short ghost story by author David Corse. David Corse is a weird horror and dark fantasy writer from Ohio. You can find more of his work at his website, davidcorseauthor.com, and you can find him on TikTok, Instagram, and Threads @itsmedavidcorse, and on Bluesky @itsmedavidcorse.bsky.social.Today's audio production was narrated and produced by Trevor Williamson through Sley House Presents. Background music was sourced from human creators at Pixabay. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Sley House Publishing is a book publisher focusing on the best in horror, sci-fi, fantasy, mysteries, and thrillers. In this podcast, our hosts talk with authors, filmmakers, and creators who both exemplify genre work and contribute unique perspectives to contemporary art. The Sley House mission is to feature outstanding writers and artists in their respective fields and their perspectives on human art. Occasionally, Sley House Presents produces audio fiction from contemporary and classical authors alike. For more information, follow Sley House Presents on social media and at sleyhouse.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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