Blood on the Typewriter: A Podcast About Writing Dark Fiction

61. Tanya Pell Deconstructs This B Just Won't Die

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by the inevitable Tanya Pell to discuss her new slasher novel, THIS B JUST WON’T DIE! We talk about deconstructing slashers, challenging regressive elements in the horror community, when and how to break the rules, the fluid laws of commas, the growth of horror, and why you should always shoot your shot. Tanya is the best, her book is the best, and you should read it!

This B Just Won't Die

Unnamed Bones by Lora Senf

60. Robert Ottone Rips Open Amityville Awakens

Mon, 05 Oct 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by none other than returning champion Robert Ottone to talk about his newest novel, AMITYVILLE AWAKENS! We talk about pacing, building out a cast, influences, coming of age novels, the lineage of Amityville, writing about and around young people, championship belts, craft classes, and social media! Amityville Awakens is a barn-burner of a novel and it is always a joy to talk to Robert!

Amityville Awakens

59. Stephanie Sanders-Jacob Breaks Down Hearsepower

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Stephanie Sanders-Jacob to talk about her new novel, HEARSEPOWER! We talk about funeral homes, hearses, tone, writing teen characters, finding a character’s voice, succeeding due to insanity, and doing something every day to help your career. Hearsepower was a blast to read, and Stephanie was a great guest!

Hearsepower

The Auctioneer by Joan Samson

Revenge Arc by Cat Voleur

58. Alex T Singer Navigates Angel Country

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Alex T Singer to talk about her upcoming novel, ANGEL COUNTRY! We talk about biblically accurate angels, a new cosmicism, cosmic wonder vs cosmic horror, when and how to be cast adrift in mystery, the limits of worldbuilding, writing a female mad scientist, writing a little every day, and escaping burnout. Transportative and immensely imaginative, ANGEL COUNTRY is immediately one of my favorite books of the year, and this conversation was incredible!

Angel Country

Thrall by Rebecca Mahoney

57. Gwendolyn Kiste Roams In These Gilded, Ghostly Hearts

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Gwendolyn Kiste to talk about her new novella, IN THESE GILDED, GHOSTLY HEARTS! We talk about The Great Gatsby, goopy ghosts, recontextualizing works from the canon, when to zoom in and zoom out, knowing who you are as a writer, the horror boom, and much, much more. Gwendolyn is one of the best writers working today and was an incredible guest!

In These Gilded, Ghostly Hearts

Cyanide Constellations by Sara Tantlinger

Cracks by Kristy Park Kulski

Root Magic by Eden Royce

Night's Edge by Liz Kerin

56. Anna Dupre Discusses Darker Times

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Anna Dupre to talk about the new worker-owned horror magazine Darker Times! We talk about why now is the time for Darker Times, the impact of Shirley Jackson, Spongebob, community, realizing the breadth and scope of horror, podcasting, and the query trenches! Anna was a great guest, and Darker Times deserves both your business and your attention!

Darker Times Magazine

Anna Rose Reads

Night's Edge by Liz Kerin

55. Rachel Harrison Relives Kiss Slay Replay

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Rachel Harrison to talk about her new novel KISS SLAY REPLAY! We talk about time loops, grounding a narrative in emotional arcs, deciding how much to explain, how writing is like catfish noodling, why the biggest challenge is often the best next project, and the mental challenge of a tough edit. Rachel is a superstar and is a font of wisdom. KISS SLAY REPLAY needs to be on top of your TBR!

Kiss Slay Replay

House of Hunger by Alexis Henderson

Dark Sisters by Kristi DeMeester

This Thing Between Us by Gus Moreno

The Militia House by John Milas

54. Jo Salazar Wonders If We Survive the Night

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Jo Salazar to talk about her new novel, If We Survive the Night! We talk about zombie tropes, writing characters without empathy, describing action, writing every day, and enjoying your success. Jo was a great guest and If We Survive the Night is action packed, tense, and written for zombie lovers!

If We Survive the Night

Broken World by Kate L Mary

Dead Soil by Sylvester Barzey

Unnamed Bones by Lora Senf

53. Jennifer McMahon Digs Into Stay Buried

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Jennifer McMahon to talk about her newest folk horror novel, STAY BURIED! We talk about monstrous horses, rules for the ghost, discovering a novel, Shirley Jackson, focus frogs, writing rituals, and writing through different versions of yourself. Stay Buried is precise, intricate, and haunting, and is my new favorite of Jennifer’s.

Stay Buried

We Have Always Lived in the Castle by Shirley Jackson

52. Clay McLeod Chapman Reveals the Devil Inside

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Stoker award winning Clay McLeod Chapman to discuss his newest novel, DEVIL INSIDE! We talk about his approach to writing a horrormance, when to let go of a reader’s hand, finding a demon’s voice, where to find a writer’s style, and dealing with reader’s expectations. Clay is as good as it gets, and I was so pleased to talk to him about DEVIL INSIDE!

Devil Inside

Cold Empty Rooms by Andy Marino

On Sundays She Picked Flowers by Yah Yah Scholfield

51. Kassidy VanGundy Records Cursed Images: Channel Surfing

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Kassidy VanGundy to talk about her upcoming collection, Cursed Images: Channel Surfing! We talk about the Dream Phone board game, voyeurism, writing children, loneliness, overediting, the suffering artist stereotype, and writing through self doubt! Don’t be fooled, Channel Surfing’s sheen of 90’s nostalgia has a depth of sorrow and terror, and you don’t want to miss it!

Cursed Images: Channel Surfing

Bunny by Mona Awad

Butter by Asako Yuzuki

Tender is the Flesh by Agustina Bazterrica

50. VS Lawrence Digs Into Just Us, Here

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by VS Lawrence to talk about her brand new novel, Just Us, Here! We talk about the details of mundanity, red herrings, grizzled characters, likable characters being overrated, having the tone in an outline, writing in different places, and belonging as an author. Just Us Here is gripping, fast paced novel that surprised me with its darkness, and you should read it. It was great having V on the podcast!

Just Us, Here

Going to the Six by AC Hessenauer

Bishop by Candace Nola

Bury My Body Somewhere Nice by Kalvin Ellis

When the Reckoning Comes by LaTanya McQueen

49. Frank Reddy Raises the Ghost in the Grove

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Frank Reddy to talk about his new novel, Ghost in the Grove! We talk about when and how to present flashbacks, layers of character performance, belief, being a minimalist writer, discipline, avoiding tropes, and imposter syndrome. Ghost in the Grove is a lean and mean southern gothic which is right up my alley, and it was great talking to Frank about it!

Ghost in the Grove

Wake Up and Open Your Eyes by Clay McLeod Chapman

48. John Collins Worships at Altars in Abandoned Houses

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by John Collins to talk about his new collection, Altars in Abandoned Houses! We talk about abandoned places, mystery, grief, creating atmosphere, experiencing memory, shutting off your phone, and consistently writing. Altars in Abandoned Houses is a fantastic collection mired in grief and monsters, and the monsters grief creates. It was great talking to John about it!

Altars in Abandoned Houses

The Rib from Which I Remake the World by Ed Kurtz

Amityville Awakens by Robert Ottone

Necrology by Meg Ripley

Powder and Poison by Julia Jackson

Six O'Clock House & Other Strange Tales by Rebecca Cuthbert

A Bright and Beautiful Eternal World by James Chambers

Lost in the Dark by John Langan

Black Brane by Michael Cisco

47. RJ Joseph Shows Me My Monsters Ain't Like Yours

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by the Stoker Award winning RJ Joseph to talk about her upcoming collection, My Monsters Ain’t Like Yours! We talk about dialing up violence in a story, finding a character’s voice, using family as theme, discovering wonder, reading to be a better writer, writing like everyone you know is dead, and navigating the mystery of social media. RJ is an incredible writer and was a wonderful guest!

My Monsters Ain't Like Yours

Progeny by Kenya Moss-Dyme

Say Uncle by Ryan C Bradley

Girl by Jamaica Kincaid

46. Marissa Yarrow Takes Me to Island X

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Marissa Yarrow to talk about her upcoming novel, Island X! We talk about social media, unveiling mystery, on both a macro and micro scale, the mindset behind a big tonal shift, writing the book you want, actually sitting down at the keyboard, writing with a typewriter, working through trauma in a story, and using House of Leaves as a comfort book. Island X was a blast and caught me completely off guard, and Marissa was a great guest!

Island X

Followers by Christina Bergling

Perfect Wives, Perfect Lies by Jennifer Anne Gordon

Lethal Dose

45. Timothy King Was Never Really Friends

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Timothy King to talk about his new novel, We Were Never Really Friends. We talk about writing unlikeable characters, choreographing action scenes, heavily plotting a novel, writing on your phone, messed up search histories, the AI bubble, and imposter syndrome. Tim and I had recorded once before and gremlins ate the recording, so I’m very glad we got this one in the can.

We Were Never Really Friends

Devil of the Pines by James Kaine

Gone to See the River Man by Kristopher Triana

44. Joshua Millican Uncovers Dopefoot

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Joshua Millican to discuss his new novel, Dopefoot. We talk about Bigfoot, myth, the great American novel, ego death, perspective, Land of the Lost, writing from the wound, and the desperate struggle to promote your book. Dopefoot knocked me off my feet, and you’re doing yourself a disservice if you don’t read it. This was a great conversation.

Dopefoot

Humboldt Cut by Allison Mick

Moonflow by Bitter Karella

43. AC Hessenauer Finds Going to the Six

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by A.C. Hessenauer to talk about her new novel, Going to the Six! We talk about found footage, death of the author, the cold reality of cosmic horror, writing character at a stark remove, finding a readership, avoiding thinking while you’re writing, and defeating self sabotage. Going to the Six is my new favorite found footage novel, and I had a blast talking to A.C.!

Going to the Six

Fifteen Eyes by Tyler Downs

Air Conditioned Nightmare by David K Slater

Father by Douglass Hoover

Reflections in the Dark by Jason Garman

42. Jessika Grewe Glover Unlocks Bromeliad House

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Jessika Grewe Glover to talk about her new book BROMELIAD HOUSE! We talk about gothic tropes, Florida humidity, rebuilding a haunted house, layering mysteries, man as predator, ignoring your reviews, choosing YOUR favorite vampire novel, and how the hell to market your books. Jessika was a wonderful guest and YOU should read Bromeliad House.

Bromeliad House

Songs of the Wicked by C.A. Farran

The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael by Paulette Kennedy

The Bombshell Devil's Advocate by Nikkita Bell

41. Jackie Sonnenberg Dives Into The Fathoms Below

Mon, 25 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Jackie Sonnenberg to talk about her new novel, The Fathoms Below! We talk about launching Crystal Lake’s YA imprint, the width and depth of worldbuilding, blending genres, making cosplay of your characters, losing pens, and the algorithm. I had a blast talking with Jackie and I can’t wait for you to hear it!

The Fathoms Below

The Woman in Cabin 10 by Ruth Ware

40. Nat Cassidy Knows a Place

Mon, 18 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Nat Cassidy to talk about his new collection, I Know A Place! We talk about writing for different mediums, using formatting to help tell a story, the film Dead Alive, finding value in work you may not like, the different stages of revisions, and the ever-present challenge of finding focus. Nat was a joy to talk to, and I Know A Place is a dynamite collection!

I Know A Place

The Tin Drum by Gunter Grass

39. Laurel Hightower Takes Me to the Crossroads

Mon, 11 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Laurel Hightower to talk about the back-in-print Crossroads! We talk about revisiting past works, how much mystery to leave off the page, how to reframe marketing yourself, using theme as character, writing the same story over and over again, and maintaining excitement in a story. I’m so glad I got to talk to Laurel, and Crossroads will rip your heart out.

Crossroads

Reap, Sow by SH Cooper

My Monsters Ain't Like Yours by RJ Joseph

38. Grace R Reynolds Lights a Neon Moon

Mon, 04 May 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Grace R Reynolds to talk about her new honky-tonk slasher, Neon Moon! We talk about possum content warnings, Texas horror as a sub-genre, subverting slasher tropes, bachelorette parties in Fredericksburg, Texas, breaking your writing in half, the importance of a writing space, and writing with a chronic illness. Grace is a delight and Neon Moon should be on top of your TBR!

Neon Moon

Haunted Hallways by Ravven White

The Fear by Spencer Hamilton

Dysautonomia International

37. AD Aro Captures Baby's Breath

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by AD Aro to talk about his newest book, Baby’s Breath. We talk about the absurdity of giving baby dolls to high schoolers, threads of anti-authoritarianism in Christopher Pike, how to measure pace in your story, the impact of deadlines on efficiency, the changing course of YA horror over the years, and much, much more. I had a blast talking to A.D. and you need to make room for Baby’s Breath in your TBR.

Baby's Breath

Willful Creatures by Amy Bender

Happy People Don't Live Here by Amber Sparks

Very Violent Ghosts by RJ Benetti

A Blackened Heart, A Blackened Soul by John Ward

36. Ellery Adams Exposes an Invasive Species

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Ellery Adams to talk about her first horror novel, Invasive Species. We talk about the definition of cozy horror, genre and sub-genre, generational differences, writing an antagonist, when not to quit, redefining and reinventing yourself as an author, and the fine line between exploration and exploitation. Invasive Species has plenty of teeth, and Ellery was an incredible guest. This was a great conversation!

Invasive Species

Watching You by Helen Fields

35. Philip Fracassi Reveals Sarafina

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Phillip Fracassi to talk about his new novel, Sarafina. We talk about writing morally grey characters, writing with care, choosing when and how to write a sequel, tackling big themes, and persevering as an author. Sarafina is both brutal and beautiful, and this was a great conversation.

Sarafina

The Beautiful Thing That Awaits Us All by Laird Barron

Daytide by Chris Panatier

The Last House on Needless Street by Catriona Ward

34. Tamika Thompson Delves Into The Curse of Hester Gardens

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Tamika Thompson to talk about her debut novel, The Curse of Hester Gardens. We talk about the mother as perspective character, America as curse, cyclical violence, building dread, layering themes, starting a writing practice, watching out for bad contracts, and much more! The Curse of Hester Gardens is a must-read book, and I could have talked to Tamika for hours and hours.

The Curse of Hester Gardens

Lesser Known Monsters of the 21st Century by Kim Fu

Daymares by Kenya Moss-Dyme

Doll Seed by Michele Tracy Berger

We Came to Welcome You by Vincent Tirado

33. Donna Taylor Uncovers Monsters in the Mountains

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Donna Taylor to talk about her new book Monsters in the Mountains! We talk about writing series, the amount of trauma teenagers can endure, not knowing what you don’t know, reviewing other writer’s books, and when to just keep writing. Donna’s books are a blast, and it was great talking to her.

Monsters in the Mountains

Hatchet Girls by Diana Rodriguez Wallach

Camp Lanier by Sylvester Barzey

Ghostly, Ghastly Tales: Frights to Tell at Night by Anastasia Garcia

32. Angela Sylvaine Delivers a Cold Snap

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Angela Sylvaine to talk about her new novel, Cold Snap! We talk about the challenges of writing a sequel, how many references are too many, why deer are so scary, the trick to writing good dialogue, and how comparison is the thief of joy. Angela is such a delightful person and such a good writer, and I had so much fun talking to her.

Cold Snap

With Friends Like These by VS Lawrence

The Film You Are About to See by Haley Newlin

Unholy by JV Gachs

31. Paulette Kennedy Uncovers The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Paulette Kennedy to talk about her new novel, The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael. We talk about masks and disguises, mystery and reveals, when you need a prologue, the power of a routine, and prioritizing writing over social media. Paulette’s writing is intensely polished, which belies how much weight and strength it carries, both in story and theme. This was a great conversation.

The Two Deaths of Lillian Carmichael

Bromeliad House by Jessika Grewe Glover

When the Reckoning Comes by LaTanya McQueen

30. Chris Panatier Unveils Daytide

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Chris Panatier to discuss his new novel, Daytide. We talk about the tether of worldbuilding and mystery, using cultural references, finding the story, when to walk away to maintain momentum, finding the balance of writing hard scenes, and when experience tells you to rewrite a story. Daytide blew me away, and this episode is filled with invaluable insights.

Headcheese by Jess Hagemann

The Unkillable Frank Lightning by Josh Rountree

In the Valley of the Headless Men by LP Hernandez

29. Dawn Kurtagich Unearths The Seventh Sister

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Dawn Kurtagich to discuss her upcoming novel, The Seventh Sister. We talk about texture and tenses, power and control, daring to be yourself, eating fried chicken in the mountains, and how to rehab burnout. Dawn was a wonderful guest, and we had a great conversation.

The Seventh Sister

You Let Me In - Camilla Bruce

The Devouring Light by Kat Ellis

A Veritable Household Pet by Viggy Parr Hampton

Scuttler's Cove by David Barnett

In the House in the Dark of the Woods by Laird Hunt

28. William Sterling Collects Our Beanie Beastie Nightmare

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by William Sterling to discuss his new book, Our Beanie Beastie Nightmare! We talk about 90s nostalgia, sibling relationships, human monsters vs supernatural ones, collector’s items, balancing multiple projects, how to just keep writing, and working in a dangerous political climate. Will is a great writer and a great guest. Don’t miss this one.

Our Beanie Beastie Nightmare

Writhe by Abby Vail

Bed Rot Baby by Wendy Dalrymple

27. Stephanie E Jensen Cooks Up Acetamine

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Stephanie E Jensen to talk about her new novel Acetamine! We talk about Florida changing before our eyes, naming drugs, dorky guitar music, the mental health challenges of writing extreme horror, and claiming ownership over em dashes! Stephanie is the first splatterpunk author on the show, and this chat with her was lovely!

Acetamine

The Bloody Bucket by Douglas Ford

Saint Sadist by Lucas Mangum

Kennel by Garrett Cook

Reception by Kenzie Jennings

The Home by Judith Sonnet

26. Douglas Ford Fills The Bloody Bucket

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Douglas Ford to talk about his upcoming novel, The Bloody Bucket. We talk about Florida, the nature of storytelling AND truth, writing longhand, the marketplace, and Lucio Fulci. The Bloody Bucket is an incredible novel, and I’m not gonna shut up about it. This was a great conversation with Doug, and you don’t want to miss it.

The Bloody Bucket

Perchance to Dream by Charles Beaumont

One of Us by Dan Chaon

Song for the Unraveling of the World by Brian Evenson

The Skeleton Melodies by Clint Smith

25. Viggy Parr Hampton Examines A Veritable Household Pet

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by RETURNING CHAMPION Viggy Parr Hampton to talk about her new novel, A Veritable Household Pet! We talk about research, writing from the perspective of a person with a lobotomy, viewing and defending horror as a broad genre, how frustrating social media is as an author, and non-fiction as horrifying as any horror novel. Viggy has made something truly special with this book, and it was a delight to talk to her again.

A Veritable Household Pet

The Icepick Surgeon by Sam Kean

The Seventh Sister by Dawn Kurtagich

24. Caitlin Starling Operates on The Graceview Patient

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Caitlin Starling to talk about her newest novel, The Graceview Patient. We talk about liminal spaces in hospitals, the connections between gothic, body, and cosmic horror, tricks to keep yourself writing, doing the weird thing, and deciding what kind of writer you are both now and into the future. Caitlin is so, so smart, and this episode is a must-listen.

The Graceview Patient

The Works of Vermin by Hiron Ennes

The Employees by Olga Ravn

23. Emma E Murray Shoots Me in the Face on a Beautiful Day

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Emma E Murray to talk about Shoot Me in the Face on a Beautiful Day. We talk about describing grotesque things in beautiful ways, writing cycles of abuse, how difficult but fun but difficult writing is, living on the precarious edge of challenge, and how to know when something is done. Emma is such a good writer and this is an excellent episode.

Shoot Me in the Face on a Beautiful Day

The Organization is Here to Support You by Charlene Elsby

Enamoured by Shelley Lavigne

The Ghosts of Blaubart Mansion by Ivy Grimes

22. Katherine Silva Shows Me Where the Soul Goes

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Katherine Silva to talk about Where the Soul Goes, her newest novel. We talk about creativity, humanity, AI, the grind of a writing career, ignoring social media, and the dreaded query trenches. Kat is an incredible author, and this was a great talk.

Where the Soul Goes

Katherine's YouTube

Lady of the House by Grace Reynold

This is How a Villain is Made by Amanda Headlee

Buoygeist by Tom Rimer

Ascension by Nicholas Binge

21. Royal Poff Curates Canaries, an Exquisite Corpse

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Royal Poff to talk about Canaries, the 3rd project as part of his Exquisite Corpse series, still available to back on Kickstarter for a few more days. We talk about wrangling authors, semi colons, working in different mediums, Carvel ice cream, and collaboration. Canaries is such an interesting project, and this was a great interview!

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House of Harrow by Cassandra Celia

Pane by Bailey Elizabeth

Along About Midnight by Dorian Sinnott

Steel Machines by Dan Franklin

Everyone is a Moon by Sawney Hatton

Strange Stones by Edward Lee and Mary SanGiovanni

20. Daniel Braum Discovers Phantom Constellations

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Daniel Braum to talk about his newest collection, Phantom Constellations. We talk about writing workshops, using symbols to find a character’s humanity, navigating time in prose, writing stories without regard to genre, becoming comfortable in navigating problems, and when and when not to follow advice. Daniel’s writing is top-notch, and this was a wonderful conversation.

Phantom Constellations by Daniel Braum

Dark Entries by Roger Aickman

The Best of Lucius Shepard

Dreams of Dark and Light by Tanith Lee

Get in Trouble by Kelly Link

19. Jason A Jones Introduces Me to the Pumpkin Pie Man

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Jason A Jones to discuss his first collection, The Pumpkin Pie Man and Other Terrifying Tales ! We talk about vintage horror paperbacks, small town horror, the pulp tradition, Bentley Little, and writing novels for the first time. Jason was one of my first friends on Bookstagram, and seeing his career develop has been a delight!

The Pumpkin Pie Man and Other Terrifying Tales

The Revelation by Bentley Little

18. J.R. Blanes Paints Portraits of Decay

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by JR Blanes to discuss his debut novel, Portraits of Decay! We talk about art, stories about art, love triangles, choosing perspective characters, naming characters, finding a character’s voice, and looking like Charlie Day in front of a corkboard. This was a wonderful discussion, and you don’t want to miss it, or JR’s book.

Portraits of Decay

It Will Just Be Us by Jo Kaplan

The Drowning Machine and Other Obsessions by Emma E Murray

This is How a Villain is Made by Amanda Headlee

The Rotting Room by Viggy Parr Hampton

17. Wendy Dalrymple & Grace Reynolds Feed Me Poisoned Soup

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Wendy Dalrymple and Grace Reynolds, co-editors of the new anthology, Poisoned Soup for the Macabre, Depraved, and Insane, an Anthology of Nostalgic Terrors, available December 16. We talk about finding comfort in horror, horror origin stories, our favorite soups, the importance of following the rules, when to try writing a different genre, and much, much more! This collection is truly special, and it was such a good time talking to Wendy and Grace!

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16. Grace Daly Dissects The Scald-Crow

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Grace Daly to talk about her dynamite debut novel, The Scald Crow! We talk about chronic pain as survival horror, first person present tense, writing comedy in horror, being too much, mean Goodreads reviews, and writing a cast of nuns. I was blown away by The Scald Crow, and Grace was an incredible guest.

The Scald-Crow

The Barre Incidents by by Lauren Bolger

The Nut House by Patrick Barb

There's Something Sinister in Centerfield by Robert Ottone

15. Amanda Casile Leads Me Down a Broken Trail

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Amanda Casile to talk about her upcoming novel, Broken Trail. We talk about scary woods, stabby books, feathering the amount of physical trauma suffered by a character, writing a single word a day, and trying to find some goshdarn time to write. Amanda was a delight to talk to, and you don’t want to miss this episode!

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Wonderland by Zoje Stage

Youth Juice by E.K. Sathue

Moonsick by Tom O'Donnell

14. Michael Wehunt Uncovers The October Film Haunt

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Michael Wehunt to talk about his debut novel, The October Film Haunt! We talk about polyrhythm, form, found footage, using social media in fiction, writing for word count and not time, decompressing, and the challenges of writing for a broader audience. This was an incredible discussion and full of honest insight.

The October Film Haunt

Flowers of the Sea by Reggie Oliver

If You Knew Me by S.P. Miskowski

13. Tanya Pell Digs Into Her Wicked Roots

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Today, I am joined by Tanya Pell to talk about her new novel, Her Wicked Roots. We talk about about how more IS more in Gothicism, about what is and is not “proper violence”, about the dreaded imposter syndrome, and about our preferred every day pen. Tanya is as good as anyone working today, and Her Wicked Roots is a beautiful book.

(Don't) Call Mum - Matt Wesolowski

Jackal - Erin E Adams

The Scammer - Tiffany D. Jackson

12. Rebecca Baum Hatches The Brood

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by Rebecca Baum, author of new insect and body horror novel, The Brood. We talk about body image in horror, how important feedback is in a writing journey, about the constraints of time in a career, and how cicadas are both beautiful and disgusting. The Brood was an incredible read, and I had such a good time talking to Rebecca.

The Brood by Rebecca Baum

Samuel Orr - Return of the Cicadas

Karen Russell

11. Joshua Ginsberg Takes Me to The Dusty Tiger

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I am joined by foremost writer of the weird and curious, Joshua Ginsberg, as we talk about his new collection, Tales from the Dusty Tiger. We talk about consumerism, authenticity, maintaining wonder, finishing your stories, trusting your own ability, and using the word just. Josh is a great friend and a great writer, and this was a wonderful discussion.

Tales from The Dusty Tiger

Daniel Braum

Elaine Pascale

Kurt Fawver

Grass Dancer by Owl Goingback

10. David Washburn Shows Me Where Pop Stars Die

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today, the hits just keep coming, because I’m talking with David Washburn about his new novel, Where Pop Stars Go To Die. We talk about Taylor Swift, if violence is the natural endpoint of power struggles, bad reviews, and writing things before you know the answer. This was a wonderful discussion.

Where Pop Stars Go To Die

Sleeping Celeste by Alana K Drex

A Head Full of Ghosts by Paul Tremblay

9. John Langan Loses Me in the Dark

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I’m talking with the master, the king, John Langan, about his newest collection, Lost in the Dark. We discuss found footage and what makes it authentic, finding the true ending to a story, the sophistication of fans of genre fiction, his approach to cultivating story, and about prioritizing your mental health as a writer. I consider John one of our titans, and it was an honor to speak to him.

Lost in the Dark

Black Brane by Michael Cisco

She Said Destroy by Nadia Bulkin

A Game in Yellow by Hailey Piper

Our Share of Night by Mariana Enriquez

The Clackity by Lora Senf

8. Alma Katsu Reveals a Fiend

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Hello, I’m Robbie Dorman, and it’s time to sit down at the typewriter and bleed. Welcome to Blood on the Typewriter, the podcast about writing dark fiction. Today, I’m talking with the legend Alma Katsu about her blockbuster new novel, Fiend. We discuss writing unlikeable characters, living in an era of male anger, surviving in the chaos of publishing, and the algorithm marketing mortuary gurneys to you. Alma is a master, and one of my dream guests, and this may be my best episode yet.

Just Thieves by Gregory Galloway

7. Viggy Parr Hampton Locks Me in the Rotting Room

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I’m talking with Viggy Parr Hampton about her novel The Rotting Room. We discuss using sound in prose, how rot is necessary, patriarchy and nuns, and about load-bearing thats. Viggy is such a talented writer, and I was so happy to have her on the podcast.

The Rotting by Viggy Parr Hampton

This House Will Feed by Maria Tureaud

6. Cassandra Celia Takes Me to the House of Harrow

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I’m talking with Cassandra Celia about her newest novella, House of Harrow. We talk about writing animals as perspective characters, blending metaphor and story, the death of children characters, rejection of one’s nature, and the vicious cycle and escapability of one’s nature. What a great discussion.

House of Harrow by Cassandra Celia

Royal Poff

Dorian Sinnott

Kill Your Darling by Clay Mcleod Chapman

Coup De Grace by Sofia Ajram

5. Todd Keisling Exhumes the Cosmic Machinery

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today I’m talking to the two-time Stoker award nominated Todd Kiesling about his newest novel, The Sundowner’s Dance. We talk about writing mental illness, navigating the length and form of a story, about the power of doubt in a protagonist, and digging for your next horror read. Todd is a terrific writer, and I feel lucky to have gotten him on the podcast.

The Sundowner's Dance by Todd Keisling

RJ Joseph

Linda Addison

Crossroads by Laurel Hightower

4. Joey Powell Makes Me Squirm

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today, I’m talking to author, editor, and artist Joey Powell about his newest book, Squirming All the Way Up. We talk about propaganda, joining a cult, the word bloated, making time instead of finding it, and writing prose instead of screenplays. Joey is a delight, whip-smart, and multi-talented, and I had a great time talking to him.

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Squirming All the Way Up by Joey Powell

Frost Bite by Angela Sylvaine

You Weren't Meant to Be Human by Andrew Joseph White

3. Wendy Dalrymple Inflicts Her Curse

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today I’m talking to the master of pink horror, Wendy Dalrymple about her newest novel, Credenza. We talk about writing horror as hopeful, generational curses, pink horror, not being bothered by typos, and the biggest trouble with writing today not being anything to do with actual writing! Wendy is my favorite Floridian writer working, and I’m so glad I had her on to talk! Onto the show!

Mosaic by Catherine McCarthy

The Yearling by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings

Swamplandia by Karen Russell

Junie by Erin Crosby Eckstine

2. Haley Newlin Shocks and Terrifies

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Today I’m talking to the incredible Haley Newlin about her upcoming novel The Film You Are About to See. We talk about Vincent Price, placing details, and what using the word catty says about you.

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Sister Funtime by Spencer Hamilton

Ghost Eaters by Clay McLeod Chapman

1. Robert Ottone Tears Me Open

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this, the inaugural episode, I chat with the two-time Stoker award winning Robert Ottone. We talk in depth about his new collection Tear Me Open: Fears Unwrapped, which you should go pick up; the word can’t, and why he hates it; and about the best second acts in all of horror literature.

Tear Me Open: Fears Unwrapped by Robert Ottone

Leeds Point Horror by John Collins

The Scald-Crow by Grace Daly

Rootfingers by S. Alessandro Martinez

An Introduction to Blood on the Typewriter

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

A short introduction to the podcast.