Anna Rose Reads - The Podcast

One of the biggest episodes of the year, Nat Cassidy returns to chat about his collection, I Know A Place: Rest Stop and Other Dark Detours. We chat for nearly two hours about how this collection came to be, deep dives on four of the stories included, and so much more. Chatting with Nat is a guaranteed fantastic time, but this conversation in particular was such an honor to have. I am utterly thrilled for both Nat and Shortwave Publishing as this collection hits shelves this week, May 5th! If you’d like to order a copy of I Know A Place or keep up with Nat on social media, check out the links below:* To Order I Know A Place: https://shop.shortwavepublishing.com/products/i-know-a-place-rest-stop-and-other-dark-detours-paperback* Nat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catnassidy/* Nat’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@catnassidy* Nat’s Website: http://www.natcassidy.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

One of my personal favorite interviews that I have recorded, Caroline Bicks joins me to talk about her book, Monsters in the Archives: My Year of Fear with Stephen King. Now, we don’t just talk about the book itself; we cover lots of ground about Caroline’s experience with performing this kind of research, her own relationship with fear, and the reasons that projects like this feel so damn important. I am SO utterly thankful for Caroline’s time, knowledge, and mutual excitement regarding these topics. If you’d like to keep up with Caroline on social media, listen to her Shakespeare podcast, or order a copy of Monsters in the Archives, check out the links below:* Caroline’s Website: https://carolinebicks.com/* Caroline’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinebicks/* To listen to Everyday Shakespeare: https://carolinebicks.com/podcast/* To order Monsters in the Archives: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/771482/monsters-in-the-archives-by-caroline-bicks/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Absolutely delighted to welcome Monika Kim to the show! Following the release of her debut novel The Eyes are the Best Part, Molka is another stunning, impactful read for numerous reasons which we discuss here. We chat about writing about anger, injustice, and the realities of a story such as this plus what Monika is working on next. I am the most grateful for Monika’s time, and if you’d like to keep up with Monika on socials or order a copy of Molka, you can do so at the links below:* Monika’s Website: https://www.monika-kim.com/* Monika’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/monikakimauthor* To Order Molka: https://bookshop.org/p/books/molka-monika-kim/3e2889d78b7345c1?ean=9781645661269&next=t This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Debut novelist Gabrielle Sher joins me to talk about her stunning book, Odessa. We talk about Gabrielle’s academic research that went into the book, narrative psychology, revisiting the horrors of resurrection, and power of a character like Yetta. It was such a lovely timing chatting with Gabrielle, and I am the most grateful for her time! We even fangirl a little over Shirley Jackson at the end of our conversation which always brings a smile to my face. If you’d like to order a copy of Odessa or if you’d like to keep up with Gabrielle on socials, check out the links below:* Gabrielle’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_gabrielle_sher/* Gabrielle’s Website: https://www.gabriellesher.com/* To Order Odessa: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/gabrielle-sher/odessa/9780316595858/?lens=mulholland-books&utm_source=Meta&utm_medium=Digital&utm_campaign=GabrielleSher_Odessa__MulhollandBooks_9780316595858&utm_content=FICTION&utm_term=NA_NA&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGndJS1P7MxypjJHd7syMG4y7WUnfCMlYbDwPNk3cZRs-35IR-L9f3inSaQftM_aem_n7v0hC-s86v5UhoG_4X4pA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Wandering these haunted landscapes, Gwendolyn Kiste joins me to talk about her latest collection, The Haunted Houses She Calls Her Own, which is on shelves TODAY from Raw Dog Screaming Press! This collection is packed with female-centric stories laced with darkness, mystery, poignancy, melancholy, and intrigue, all of which we discuss in great detail. Specifically, we focus on three of the stories in this collection, The Last Video Store on the Left, The Eleven Films of Oona Cashford, and The Haunted Houses She Calls Her Own. Spending time talking to Gwendolyn was such a massive privilege as she is so knowledgeable and enthusiastic both about the genre and her own work. I cannot express my gratitude enough for her time! If you’d like to order a copy of The Haunted Houses She Calls Her Own or keep up with Gwendolyn online, check out these links:* Website: https://www.gwendolynkiste.com/index.htm* Gwendolyn’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gwendolynkiste/* To Order: https://rawdogscreaming.com/book/the_haunted_houses_she_calls_her_own/And now the fun announcement, I launched a Patreon, Anna Rose Reads - Rose from the Dead! While I technically launched it this last Friday, I will be spending the week getting most of its features up and running. If you’re interested in checking out what all I have to offer, check out the link below: https://www.patreon.com/cw/AnnaRoseReadsRosefromtheDeadThank you all so much for listening! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday, listeners! Avery Curran joins me to talk about her stunning debut novel, Spoiled Milk, which hit shelves a few weeks ago. I chat with Avery about her experience in writing this book while completing a PhD program, telling a coming-of-age story from a female perspective, the haunting juxtaposition of beginnings and endings, and the pervasive rot that grows within these pages. This was a truly stellar conversation, and Avery is such phenomenal company. I am so very grateful for the chance to chat, and if you would like to keep up with Avery on social media or order a copy of Spoiled Milk, you can do so at the links below:* Avery’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/averyelisabethcurran/* Avery’s Website: https://averycurran.co.uk/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGndcxPi3A8eEkZfdChf_pdCxXR8ZXkFHNW6TuRPcH-CH3sxSzSSuf3M2EUNyI_aem_UAWmU4yPT9B77XKCE2HmBA* To Order Spoiled Milk: https://bookshop.org/p/books/spoiled-milk-a-novel-avery-curran/8af30cdb0f96be7e?ean=9780385551595&next=t&next=t&affiliate=2186&utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnvKz_8m9CyD-XxZZObTg9L10y6kXLcZwcTirnPgNlNAAnSKk0ZstCO_XzdUI_aem_Q4LYyUdq93DyReatNzhcOA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Bonus Episode Thursday, all! Today’s episode is a mega-discussion with two of my favorite voices in the horror community about two of the most harrowing horror reads I have come across. Stephanie Gagnon (Books in the Freezer) and Kim C. (The Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast) join me to unpack Gerald’s Game and Dolores Claiborne, books that left me with many thoughts and in need of a place to voice them. Thankfully, Stephanie and Kim indulge my need to discuss these novels AT LENGTH, and we chat about what makes these stories so upsetting, how these stories linger, and more. Pulling this episode off may just be one of my personal favorite achievements with this podcast, and again, I hope you all get as much from it as I did. If you’d like to keep up with Stephanie and Kim on their podcasts, check out the links below:* Books in the Freezer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booksinthefreezer/* The Year of Underrated Stephen King Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/underrated_sk_podcast/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Super delighted to be sharing my conversation with the brilliant and super-thoughtful, Luke Dumas on his book, Nothing Tastes as Good which is on shelves TODAY! We talk about all the kinds of horror implemented in these pages, how this writing process felt for Luke, and playing with the idea of “true” perspective. I cannot express how thankful I am for guests like Luke who are so present for interviews like this! If you’d like to keep up with Luke on social media or order your own copy of Nothing Tastes as Good, check out the links below:* Luke’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thenewdumas/* Luke’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@thenewdumas* Luke’s Website: https://www.lukedumas.com/* To Order Nothing Tastes as Good: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Nothing-Tastes-as-Good/Luke-Dumas/9781668068410 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

THRILLED to be sharing this episode with you all today! Eric LaRocca joins me to chat about their most recent release (on shelves today), Wretch. We chat about unlikeable characters, physical vs. psychological horror, and what we look for in what we read. Eric is so brilliant and well versed when it comes to horror in all its forms, and getting to have this conversation was a true pleasure. To keep up with Eric on socials or to order a copy of Wretch, check out the links below:* Eric’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eric_larocca/* Eric’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@eric_larocca* Eric’s Website: https://ericlarocca.com/* To order Wretch: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Wretch/Eric-LaRocca/9781668070093 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Angela Sylvaine is BACK! With Cold Snap (the sequel to Frost Bite) hitting shelves TODAY, we do a deep dive into both books, discussing conspiracies, toxic nostalgia, grief, and so, so much more. Any chance to get to chat with Angela is such an occasion and having this opportunity to really dig into her art is such a privilege. To keep up with Angela on socials or to order copies of Frost Bite or Cold Snap, check out the links below:* Angela’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angela_sylvaine/* Angela’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@angela_sylvaine* Angela’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/angelasylvaine.bsky.social* To order Frost Bite and Cold Snap:* https://darkmattermagazine.shop/products/cold-snap-598559* https://darkmattermagazine.shop/products/frost-bite-598030 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday, friends! Brennan LaFaro joins me today to talk about his latest release, The Denizens, a novel that combines the small town horrors reminiscent of Salem’s Lot with a signature view of zombies. We talk about these small town horrors, grief, writing stories rooted in tradition but are your own, and so much more. It was a truly wonderful time getting to chat with Brennan, and if you’d like to keep up with him on social media or order a copy of The Denizens, you can do so here: * Brennan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brennanlafaro/* Brennan’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@brennanlafaro* Brennan’s Website: https://brennanlafaroauthor.wordpress.com/* To Order The Denizens: https://payhip.com/b/I1rKM This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Friday, friends! I am THRILLED to share this very special episode of Anna Rose Reads with you all where I have not one but TWO guests, Chris Panatier and Mitch Hull! We unpack Chris’ latest book, Daytide, the publishing process for Rapture Publishing, the uniqueness of the novel, and all the creative decisions that went into this work of art. Chris and Mitch are two of my most favorite dudes, and this conversation was a hell of a good time. Links to Rapture Publishing or to order a copy of Daytide are below!* Chris’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrispanatier/* Chris’ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@chrispanatier* Rapture’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rapturepublishing/* Rapture’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@rapturepublishing* Rapture’s Website: https://www.rapturepublishing.com/* To order Daytide: https://www.rapturepublishing.com/product/daytide-by-chris-panatier/C4BBGX6RUZDGI243M5WSBAX7?cs=true&cst=custom This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

A guest I have been DREAMING of chatting with for years, Catriona Ward joins me to chat about her latest, Nowhere Burning. We discuss the book’s inspiration, the combination of themes that stem from Lord of the Flies and Peter Pan, what it’s like to find home in unconventional spaces, and if we ever really grow or change. This was such a lovely conversation, and I am so very fortunate for Catriona and her time. Links to purchase a copy of Nowhere Burning or to keep up with Cat on socials/on tour can be found below:* To order Nowhere Burning: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250860057/nowhereburning/* Cat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catward66/* Cat’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@catward66* Tour Schedule: https://us.macmillan.com/tours/catriona-ward-nowhere-burning/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnhgFbYuenoliSz40XutYhrCU4AxO5rqAG8WVMlvjzUe96zbE15qHod989xlQ_aem_cVyPyXs_OSzMVzhM-cVWQw This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Venturing into the wilderness of girlhood, Rebekah Faubion joins me to unpack her YA horror/thriller novel, Lost Girls of Hollow Lake. We talk about the volatility of girlhood, its various iterations, horror in the wilderness, and loving a dog endlessly. This conversation is so, so joyous as Rebekah and I focus on many feminist topics. Truly, what a treat! A huge thanks to Rebekah for her time, and if you want to keep up with her on socials or order a copy of Lost Girls, check out the links below:* Rebekah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rffaubion/* Rebekah’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@rffaubion* Rebekah’s Website: https://www.rebekahfaubion.com/* To order Lost Girls of Hollow Lake: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/762934/lost-girls-of-hollow-lake-by-rebekah-faubion/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Having this much fun interviewing guests like Johnny Compton feels a little criminal, I can’t lie. While I’ve been a big fan of Johnny’s expertise on the horror genre for a while now, I finally got the chance to chat with him about the genre, his most recent release, Dead First, and all sorts of horror-adjacent topics. We talk about maintaining a sense of humanity in a compelling plot, the reasons Johnny crafted this story in the style he did, and walking the fine line of crafting a successful horror series. Truly, this conversation is what I hope my podcast is all about, and I hope everyone listening has as grand of a time as I did. To order a copy of Dead First or to keep up with Johnny on socials, check out the links below:* Johnny’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comptonwrites* To Order Dead First: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/771888/dead-first-by-johnny-compton/* Johnny’s Website: https://johnnycompton.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

One of the best reading experiences of the year, Saratoga Schaefer’s Trad Wife is a romp through social constructs of today’s modern age. I am SO thankful Saratoga joined me to unpack all that they accomplish in this wonderful novel from the trad wife movement, new spins on demonic babies, the fun of writing this kind of horror, and so much more. If you’re interested in keeping up with Saratoga on socials, ordering a copy of Trad Wife, or looking at upcoming tour dates, check out the links below:* Saratoga’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saratogaishere/* Saratoga’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@saratogaishere* Saratoga’s Website: https://saratogaschaefer.com/* To Order Trad Wife: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/807398/trad-wife-by-saratoga-schaefer/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Debut author Sarah G. Pierce joins me to chat about her novel, For Human Use, one of the more unique and entertaining reads I’ve encountered in recent history. We chat about the nuances of social participation, the horrors of dating in every iteration, the need for deeper conversations around our big problems, and the corpse-shaped AI-dilemma this book confronts. For Human Use is on shelves TODAY, February 10th, from Run For It. If you’d like to keep up with Sarah or order a copy for yourself, check out the links below:* Sarah’s Website: https://www.sarahgpierce.com/* To Order For Human Use: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/sarah-g-pierce/for-human-use/9780316586535/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

To match this year’s freezing start, Rebecca Rowland comes on the show to discuss her latest release, Eminence Front from CLASH Books! We chat about this wintery scene, how such a place creates claustrophobia, the horror and drama that unfolds behind closed doors, and all the violence that spreads in such a horrific storm’s wake. Plus how much we really don’t like teeth-related horrors. Yick. To keep up with Rebecca on socials or to order a copy of Eminence Front, check out the links below! The biggest thanks to Rebecca for such a lovely conversation!* Rebecca’s Website: https://rowlandbooks.com/* To Order Eminence Front: https://bookshop.org/p/books/eminence-front-rebecca-rowland/2fdb0faa7e21bfba?ean=9781960988850&next=t&next=t%2Ct* Rebecca’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Rebecca_Rowland_Books This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Joining me to unpack one of my favorite reads of the year thus far, Yah Yah Scholfield discusses her debut novel, On Sundays She Picked Flowers! We talk about the debut author experience, the Southern Gothic, why denial seems to thrive amongst families, returning home to face your demons, and the conversation being had with Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House. Having Yah Yah as a conversation partner was an absolute dream, and I BEG everyone to grab a copy of On Sundays She Picked Flowers from Saga Press which is on shelves now! Check out the links below: * To Order On Sundays: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/On-Sundays-She-Picked-Flowers/Yah-Yah-Scholfield/9781668091210* Yah Yah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fluoresensitive/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Here to kick off 2026, John Fram joins me in chatting about his two novels, The Bright Lands and The Midnight Knock! We chat about queer small town horror, the places these kinds of stories can take us, and how unique they feel within the landscape of The Bright Lands. We also venture into themes of claustrophobia, the uncanny, and breaking conventional rules when we discuss The Midnight Knock. I absolutely love the places John’s writing goes and the deeper examinations it offers about our own human horrors while still feeling grounded in compelling mystery. To keep up with John or to order a copy of his books, check out these links:* John’s Website: https://www.johnfram.com/* John’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/john.fram* To order The Midnight Knock: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Midnight-Knock/John-Fram/9781668069424* To order The Bright Lands: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-bright-lands-john-fram?variant=39307413454882A very, very big thanks to John once again for his time! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Welcome to the Anna Rose Reads mega-episode of the year! A very good friend, Trevor Williamson of the Sley House Presents Podcast, joins me to unpack 2025 in FULL. This is a big episode folks - we go off on some very fun tangents and talk about our biggest bookish influence these past twelve months. From Stars Wars to splatterpunk, we have lots of thoughts, and I do hope you all enjoy listening as much as I enjoyed having this conversation. Trevor is such a wonderful conversation partner, and I am oh-so thankful he joined me for this episode. To keep up with Trevor, check out the links below that were mentioned during our chat:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sleyhousepresents?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==* Threads: https://www.threads.com/@sleyhousepresents* Website: https://www.sleyhouse.com/sleyhousepresentspodcast* Trevor’s Phenomenal Interview with Chuck Tingle: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

This week, I’m sharing my conversation with Kristi DeMeester, author of Such a Pretty Smile and Dark Sisters which is hitting shelves today. We talk about how the novel came to be, Kristi’s decision to focus on distinct time periods within the novel, the plights her female characters face, and how they feel oh-so cyclical when looking back through history. I absolutely adore this book, and I am so thankful for Kristi’s time. If you’d like to order a copy of Dark Sisters or keep up with Kristi on social media, check out the links below:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristimdemeester/* Website: https://www.kristidemeester.com/* To Order Dark Sisters: https://read.macmillan.com/lp/dark-sisters-9781250286819/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnZ4bSRLg4XhdU1Aw2be-rSmprL9tK8kNPzJt_CvOdcPreVNAhUdlxkY5xOu8_aem_rTiFL1UqiC9mGGtmzwCISw This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

The alpha and omega, Clay McLeod Chapman returns to the podcast to chat about his 2025 releases, Acquired Taste, Shiny Happy People, and more. While we kicked off the year chatting about Wake Up and Open Your Eyes, it’s a real delight to begin to bring this year to a close talking about first loves, tragedy, maintaining self, healing, Dave Matthews, REM, and axolotls. And then some. As always, getting to chat with Clay is a treat, and if you wanna keep up with him on socials/order his books, check out the links below:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/claymcleod/* Threads: https://www.threads.com/@claymcleod* BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/claymcleod.bsky.social* Website: https://www.claymcleodchapman.com/books/* To order Acquired Taste: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/790250/acquired-taste-by-clay-mcleod-chapman/* To order Shiny Happy People: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/769642/shiny-happy-people-by-clay-mcleod-chapman/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Get your movie snacks ready and put the car in park at the drive-in. Haley Newlin joins me to chat about her latest release, The Film You Are About To See, horror in ever era, and where we hope to see the genre grow. Haley has an incredible voice, and I am so stoked I got the chance to talk to her about this story in particular. If you wan to order your own copy of The Film You Are About To See or keep up with Haley on socials, check out the links below:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleynewlin_author/* Threads: https://www.threads.com/@haleynewlin_author* BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/haleynewlin.bsky.social* Haley’s Website: https://www.haleynewlinauthor.com/* To Order The Film You Are About To See: https://madaxemedia.square.site/product/the-film-you-are-about-to-see-paperback-preorder-exclusive-packaging-/IRY2Y5PFMGBTDSQSM47YJZMZ?cs=true&cst=custom This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Friday, friends! Here’s a bonus episode I recorded with a very good friend of mine, Konrad Stump! He co-chairs HWA Libraries, including the Horror Writers Association’s summer reading program Summer Scares, and StokerCon Librarians’ Day, a full day of continuing education that connects authors and librarians and provides both with the necessary tools to engage communities with the horror genre. He also coordinates the Springfield-Greene County (MO) Library’s long-running “Oh, the Horror!” series, an annual celebration of the horror genre. His work has appeared in Library Journal, NoveList, and Booklist, and has been featured in Book Club Reboot: 71 Creative Twists (ALA) and The Readers’ Advisory Guide to Horror, third edition (ALA). We chat about his work with all of these programs, his own relationship with horror, and so much more. I’ve got links for you to check out below as well regarding a few things we mention during our chat! Huge thanks to Konrad for coming on the show!* Follow Konrad on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/konradmstump/* 2026 Summer Scares Press Release: https://raforall.blogspot.com/2025/10/hwa-announces-summer-scares-reading.html* Oh, the Horror! Webpage and Newsletter Sign-Up: https://www.thelibrary.org/event/oh-the-horror* Reach out to HWA Libraries Co-Chairs Konrad Stump and Becky Spratford via email at [email protected] This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Guess who’s back?! Philip Fracassi returns to unpack The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre, a slasher set in a retirement community. We chat about portrayals of age in media and literature, the character work that absolutely makes this novel sing, and so much more. It’s a great hour and some change spent chatting with Phil about this really lovely book, and I hope you all enjoy it! If you want to order your own copy of The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre or keep up with Phil on social media, check out the links below:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pfracassi/?hl=en* Threads: https://www.threads.com/@pfracassi* BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/pfracassi.bsky.social* To Order The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250879066/theautumnspringsretirementhomemassacre/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

2025 has been a year of stunning horror, and one of its major contributors with not one, but two releases is Sam Rebelein! He returns to the pod to chat about his novel, Galloway’s Gospel, unpacking the creativity around this very vibrant story. We also chat about how strange nostalgia can feel, Sam’s stunning characters in this book, and so much more. Getting to chat with Sam will make anyone’s day, and if you want to follow him on social media or order a copy of Galloway’s Gospel, you can do so here:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebelsam94/* Threads: https://www.threads.com/@rebelsam94* BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rebelsam94.bsky.social* To Order Galloway’s Gospel:https://www.harpercollins.com/products/galloways-gospel-sam-rebelein?variant=43711485706274 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

If you think you saw that doll’s head turn a bit when you walked by, you’d probably be correct in the pages of Ally Malinenko’s latest novel, Broken Dolls. And I was fortunate enough to chat with Ally about the inspiration of the book, why dolls are so creepy, grief horror, writing to grab kids’ attention, and so much more. A HUGE thanks to Ally for her time, and if you’d like to pick up a copy of Broken Dolls or keep up with Ally on social media, check out the links below:* Ally’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allymalinenko/* Ally’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@allymalinenko* Ally’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/allymalinenko.bsky.social* To Order Broken Dolls: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/broken-dolls-ally-malinenko?variant=43406930804770 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Thursday, friends! Here’s a bonus episode on one of the most perfect books I have ever had the pleasure of reading, The Haunting of Hill House by Shirley Jackson. While it’s taken me a minute to get around to reading this masterpiece, it is safe to say it’s stolen both my heart and mind. And accompanying me on this journey through the halls of Hill House is my good friend, Charlie Battison, or as you may know him on social media, barebonesbooks. A huge thanks to him for accompanying me on this twisty journey as we chat about both the novel and limited series adaptation by Mike Flanagan. To keep up with Charlie on socials, check out the links below:* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barebonesbooks_/* BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/barebonesbooks.bsky.social This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

In full bloom, Her Wicked Roots by Tanya Pell is a Gothic novel that revels in secrets and learning hard truths. It’s an absolute joy to get to chat with Tanya about this story, its starting point, its mystery, and its intrigue in every form. The biggest thanks to Tanya for her enthusiasm and time chatting about this wicked novel. Her Wicked Roots is on shelves now, and if you’d like to order a copy or keep up with Tanya on social media, check out the links below:* Tanya’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tanya.pell/* Tanya’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@tanya.pell* Tanya’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/tanyapell.bsky.social* Tanya’s Website: https://www.tanyapell.com/* To Order Her Wicked Roots: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Her-Wicked-Roots/Tanya-Pell/9781668087299 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Crawling its way under our skin, Itch! by Gemma Amor is the angry folk horror novel we all need in our TBRs. I chat with her about where this story came from, what it means to write a feminist story, insect horror, and so much more. Itch! is already on shelves in the UK, but US readers will have a chance to get a hard copy in January of 2026. The good news is, I believe you can get the ebook NOW which I have linked below in addition to where to find Gemma on social media! The biggest thanks to Gemma as always for her time!* Gemma’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manylittlewords?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==* Gemma’s BlueSky: https://web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/manylittlewords.bsky.social* Gemma’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@manylittlewords* To Order Itch!: https://www.waterstones.com/book/itch/gemma-amor/9781399745369* To Order Itch! e-Book: https://www.amazon.com/ITCH-darkly-feminist-crawling-Halloween-ebook/dp/B0F9WB2SYN/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday! Thrilled to be sharing my conversation with Neil McRobert, author of his debut novella, Good Boy. Now, you probably know Neil from Talking Scared, but I cannot emphasize how much I adore his fiction, in particular this story. It’s one that pulls on your heart strings in the best way possible, unpacking ideas of social responsibility and standing for what you believe in, even when it’s the hardest option available. I cannot thank Neil enough for coming on the pod to chat about all this and more. This may be a cheesy bit to share, but when I think about learning how to interview people, I recall the countless hours of listening to Talking Scared, listening to Neil unpack the books that are shaping the modern horror landscape. And I could not be more thrilled that his voice is one of them. To keep up with Neil on social media or to pre-order a copy of Good Boy, check out the links below: * Neil’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkscaredpod/?hl=en* Neil’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@talkscaredpod* Neil’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/talkscaredpod.bsky.social* Talking Scared Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingScaredPod/home* To Pre-Order Good Boy: https://www.wildhuntbooks.co.uk/books/p/goodboy/9781068563102 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Did you hear that? Was that a scream? Probably so, as this week, I chat with Eleanor Johnson, author of one of the best non-fiction reads I’ve picked up in some time, Scream With Me. She takes a look at some of horror’s most iconic films across the late 1960s through the 70s and 80s in tandem with our country’s history with feminism. It’s a brilliant examination of key social moments, a look back on how far (or how little) we’ve come, and why we feel the need to scream, all through the lens of horror. We chat about all of these things of course, plus how these ideas make us feel. It’s not an exaggeration for me to say that this feels like one of the most important conversations I’ve fostered around the genre with clear implications in our own lives and realities as women. To order your own copy of Scream With Me (you should) or to keep up with Eleanor through her Substack, check out the links below:* To Order Scream With Me: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Scream-with-Me/Eleanor-Johnson/9781668087633* Eleanor’s Substack: This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

For our last Bonus Episode Thursday, I’m sharing my conversation with Michael Wehunt, author of The October Film Haunt! We, of course, chat about the book, its genesis, the symbolism behind some of the set pieces, what it means to have faith, and all there is to love about horror in all of its explored (and unexplored) forms. A huge, huge thank you to Michael for his time and answering ALL of my deeper questions about the book. To keep up with him on social media or to preorder a copy of The October Film Haunt, check out the links below:* Michael’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelwehuntauthor/?hl=en* Michael’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@michaelwehuntauthor* Michael’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/michaelwehunt.bsky.social* Michael’s Website: https://michaelwehunt.com/* To Pre-Order The October Film Haunt: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250333698/theoctoberfilmhaunt/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday! I am thrilled to have Delilah S. Dawson on the podcast to chat about her most recent release, House of Idyll! We chat about the story’s inspiration, how the pacing of the book impacts its characters, and the choices Delilah’s female characters make that allow them to feel so compelling. To keep up with Delilah on social media or to order a copy of House of Idyll, check out the links below:* Delilah’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delilahsdawson/* Delilah’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@delilahsdawson* Delilah’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/delilahsdawson.bsky.social* Delilah’s Website: https://www.whimsydark.com/* To Order House of Idyll: https://www.whimsydark.com/#/adult/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy bonus episode Thursday! Thrilled to be sharing my chat with Jonathan Janz on his latest release Veil, a novel that is the perfect blend of horror, sci-fi, and heart. We chat about genre distinctions, Janz’s short story featured in The Stand anthology, The End of the World As We Know It, and writing with lots of heart and authenticity. It is such a joy to get to talk to Jonathan, and, of course, this conversation is no exception. If you want to keep up with Jonathan on social media or order a copy of Veil, check out the links below:* Jonathan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jonathan.janz/* Jonathan’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@jonathan.janz* Jonathan’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/jonathanjanz.bsky.social* To Order Veil: https://www.blackstonepublishing.com/products/book-iag9 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Thrilled to be sharing my conversation with Alma Katsu on her novel, Fiend which is on shelves TODAY! We explore the themes of the novel, the horrors of corporate workspaces, infuriating gender expectations, and so much more. We also discuss Alma’s story from The End of the World As We Know It anthology, Make Your Own Way. If I’m being candid, this is one of the interviews I am most proud to be sharing with you all as I feel we share an honest conversation regarding the expectation of female characters in fiction, their perception, and the greater attitudes towards their complexity. If you want to keep up with Alma on social media or order a copy of Fiend for yourself, check out the links below:* Alma’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/almakatsu/* Alma’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@almakatsu* Alma’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/almakatsu.bsky.social* To Order Fiend: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/734363/fiend-by-alma-katsu/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Bonus Episode Thursday! I am thrilled to be sharing my conversation with Catherine Dang, author of one of my favorite novels of the year, What Hunger. This is a book that is the most sublime blend of coming-of-age themes, rage, and well, cannibalism. Cat and I unpack all of these topics plus much more in this conversation which I am immensely grateful for! To follow Cat on socials and to order a copy of What Hunger, check out the links below:* Cat’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangitcat/* Cat’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@dangitcat* Cat’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/dangitcat.bsky.social* To Order What Hunger: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/What-Hunger/Catherine-Dang/9781668065570 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

I welcome Keith Rosson to the podcast to discuss his most recent release, Coffin Moon which is on shelves as of TODAY! We chat about grit, anger, and revenge in the context of the novel with a deep dive on many of the characters, Keith’s not so classic vampirism, and much more. A HUGE thanks to Keith for making the time to chat, and if you’re looking to keep up with him on social media or order a copy of Coffin Moon, check out the links below:* Keith’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rossonkeith/* Keith’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@rossonkeith* Keith’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/keithrosson.bsky.social* To Order Coffin Moon: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/760818/coffin-moon-by-keith-rosson/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

And for your listening pleasure, one of my favorite conversations of the year! Returning for her third time to the pod, Rachel Harrison discusses her upcoming release, Play Nice, which is on shelves from Berkley Publishing on 9/9! We discuss the inspiration behind the story, the fallibility of memory, the narratives others dictate, and much, much more. Play Nice is one of my favorite reads of the year, not just for how entertaining, terrifying, witty, and brilliant it is, but for its truthful examination of humanity, the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also chat about Rachel’s story and essay featured in Saga Press’ anthology, Night and Day, and Becky Spratford’s essay collection, Why I Love Horror. Forever thankful for authors like Rachel for their time and creativity. To keep up with Rachel on social media and to order your copy of Play Nice, Night and Day, or Why I Love Horror, check out the links below:* Rachel’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelharrisonsghost/* Rachel’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@rachelharrisonsghost* Rachel’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/rachelharrison.bsky.social* To Pre-Order Play Nice: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/742649/play-nice-by-rachel-harrison/* To Pre-Order Why I Love Horror: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Why-I-Love-Horror/Becky-Siegel-Spratford/9781668205099* To Order Night and Day: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Night-Day/Ellen-Datlow/Saga-Doubles/9781668080009 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Back for the second time this year, Chris Panatier returns to discuss his novel, Shitshow which is on shelves as of today, September 2nd! It’s a lovely read, and I believe our conversation is just as entertaining and earnest. We discuss Chris’ inspiration for the novel, the heart of the book, and much, much more. To keep up with Chris and order your own copy of Shitshow, check out the links below:* Chris’ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrispanatier/* Chris’ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@chrispanatier* Chris’ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/scribeofhades.bsky.social* To Order Shitshow: https://sobelobooks.com/shop/p/shitshow This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Wait a second, it’s not Tuesday! That’s right, this is the first of my series of bonus episodes that will be releasing the month of September since horror is absolutely popping off this month. And to kick off this bonus venture, I welcome Brian McAuley to the pod to discuss his upcoming release, Breathe In, Bleed Out, from Poisoned Pen Press on September 2nd. As always, it is such a delight to get to chat with Brian about his work, the broader horror context, and so much more. If you want to keep up with Brian on socials or preorder a copy of Breathe In, Bleed Out, check out the links below:* Brian’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brianmcwriter/* Brian’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@brianmcwriter* Brian’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/brianmcwriter.bsky.social* To Pre-Order Breathe In, Bleed Out: https://bookshop.org/p/books/breathe-in-bleed-out-brian-mcauley/22025322?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAac5BWteHjdm9nKfVEwRu-WRtFaLpJ1yZlWklb7nejZL0aaqgwq1RBvyNZWDeA_aem_7WpBWN_ijyBsDOgBXBeWSA This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

You all know the feeling you get when you see those five words across a a horror movie screen right before it starts to play, the bone-chilling, “Based on a true story.” Well, I think we have that very feeling in book form with Joshua Hull’s 8114, a book that is very heavily tied to Joshua’s own experiences as evidenced by this interview. We talk about how it feels to look back on frightening memories, the process of writing such a story, and much, much more about the horror genre. I am immensely grateful for Joshua’s openness in answering all of my questions about this novel, and if you’re looking for a good scare, you should definitely pick 8114 up (on shelves TODAY from CLASH Books!). If you want to keep up with Josh or order a copy of 8114, check out the links below:* Joshua’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshuathehull/* Joshua’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@joshuathehull* Joshua’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/joshuathehull.bsky.social* To Order 8114: https://indiepubs.com/products/8114 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

New week, new episode! Happy to welcome Michael Koryta (aka Scott Carson) to the podcast to talk about his most recent release, Departure 37. We discuss weird science, weird history, and well, just the plain old weird employed in the novel. It’s a really great conversation that feels timely considering the emergence of AI and other worldly debates. We also touch on a few aspects regarding Lost Man’s Lane, one of my favorites books, full stop. To order a copy of Departure 37 or keep up with Michael on socials, check out the links below:* Michael’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelkoryta/* Michael’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@michaelkoryta?xmt=AQF0mpIrGLIfTMxFMn4iHwOidgXqjUsu_FhWgMQmdlQQIQs* To order Departure 37: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Departure-37/Scott-Carson/9781982191481 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday, friends! We’re back in the swing of things around here as I present my conversation with Kailee Pedersen, author of Sacrificial Animals! One of my favorite reads of the year, this is novel that is full of deeper context, layers of unease, and dark psychology. Kailee and I discuss these very things as we dive deep into the book, unpacking all there is to offer in these pages. I am so, so grateful for Kailee’s honest and thought-provoking answers to all of my questions. If you’d like to keep up with her on social media or order a copy of Sacrificial Animals, you can check out the links below:* Kailee’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kailee_pedersen/* Kailee’s Threads: https://www.threads.com/@kailee_pedersen* Kailee’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/kaileepedersen.bsky.social* To order Sacrificial Animals: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250328243/sacrificialanimals/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

And on this week’s very special episode, I welcome Stephanie from Books in the Freezer to discuss our favorite reads of 2025 thus far! This is a really fun hour in which we talk about the books we love, what we’re looking forward to, and just some general fun around horror fiction. I cannot thank Stephanie enough for coming on the podcast to chat about this very topic, and if you want to keep up with Books in the Freezer, check out the links below! I also have provided a list of the books mentioned on the episode.Books we love:* Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee Baker (order here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/bat-eater-and-other-names-for-cora-zeng-kylie-lee-baker?variant=42432011436066)* The Poorly Made and Other Things by Sam Rebelein (order here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-poorly-made-and-other-things-sam-rebelein?variant=42517937029154)* Play Nice by Rachel Harrison (preorder here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/742649/play-nice-by-rachel-harrison/)* Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito (order here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.ca/books/782443/victorian-psycho-by-virginia-feito/9781631498633)* Come Knocking by Mike Bockoven (order here: https://www.skyhorsepublishing.com/9781510783447/come-knocking/)* Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham Jones (order here: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Buffalo-Hunter-Hunter/Stephen-Graham-Jones/9781668075081)* When the Wolf Comes Home by Nat Cassidy (order here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250354341/whenthewolfcomeshome/)* Good Boy by Neil McRobert (preorder here: https://www.wildhuntbooks.co.uk/books/p/goodboy/9781068563102)To keep up with Books in the Freezer: * Website: https://booksinthefreezer.com/* Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/booksinthefreezer/?hl=en* Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/booksinthefreezer* Threads: https://www.threads.com/@booksinthefreezer* BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/booksinthefreezer.bsky.social This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy to be sharing “Another” (hehe, get it?) amazing conversation with you all this week, this time with the king of ambiguity himself, Paul Tremblay! We discuss his middle-grade novel that hits shelves today, Another, a look back at his previous works, and the importance of individuality in today’s day and age. It’s truly a privilege to get to chat with Paul, and I am so, so thankful for his time. If you’re looking to keep up with Paul on socials or order a copy of Another, you can do so at the links below: * Paul’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paulgtremblay/* Paul’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/paultremblay.bsky.social* To Order Another: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/another-paul-tremblay?variant=43671991746594 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday, friends! Over the moon to be sharing my conversation with Stephen Graham Jones, one of the coolest, most intelligent, and genuinely creative folks I’ve talked to. We mostly discuss his latest release (which is on shelves today, July 15th from Saga Press), Killer on the Road and Babysitter Lives. But, of course, I do have a few questions about his other works and other characters. It’s a really lovely chat, one that I look back on fondly, and I hope you all get as much of a kick out of it as I did. If you want to keep up with Stephen on socials or order a copy of Killer on the Road/Babysitter Lives, check out the links below:* Stephen’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephengrahamjones/* Stephen’s BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/sgj.bsky.social* Stephen’s Website: https://www.demontheory.net/* To order Killer on the Road/Babysitter Lives: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Killer-on-the-Road-The-Babysitter-Lives/Stephen-Graham-Jones/Saga-Doubles/9781982167677 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday, all! Stoked to be sharing my conversation with Wendy N. Wagner, author of the upcoming release from Tor Nightfire, Girl in the Creek! We discuss Wendy’s inspiration for the story, her approach to reading and writing quality fiction, the terrors and beauty of nature, small town crime, and much, much more. My hour spent chatting with Wendy was a lovely time, and it’s my hope you all enjoy this convo as much as I did. To keep up with Wendy on social media or to preorder Girl in the Creek which releases on July 15th, check out the links below: * Follow Wendy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wendy.n.wagner/?hl=en* Follow Wendy on Threads: https://www.threads.com/@wendy.n.wagner* Follow Wendy on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/wnwagner.bsky.social* Wendy’s Website: https://winniewoohoo.com/* To preorder Girl in the Creek: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250908643/girlinthecreek/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com

Happy Tuesday, friends! Thrilled to be sharing my conversation with debut author, Kerry Cullen. We talk about her novel, House of Beth, her inspiration for the story, the role of expectations, and unconventional hauntings. It’s a really lovely time, and I cannot thank Kerry enough for her openness and kindness! I am releasing this episode a bit early as House of Beth doesn’t hit shelves until July 15th, but rest assured this is a spoiler-free episode. To keep up with Kerry on social media or to preorder a copy of House of Beth, check out the links below:* Kerry’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kermichele/* Kerry’s Website: https://kerrycullenwrites.com/* To preorder House of Beth: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/House-of-Beth/Kerry-Cullen/9781668074596 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit annarosereadsreviews.substack.com