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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.
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This week, we welcome author Marina Lostetter and Kate Williamson (Trevor is her partner) into the studio as we recognize Pride Month. Sley House is proud to consider itself an ally to diverse voices, so we wanted to take a moment to champion those voices and give a platform to the LGBTQ+ community. In this episode, we discuss shifting viewpoints and perceptions not just of the LGBTQ+ community, but also how other minority groups have been impacted and how we can continue to be allies to everyone, promoting inclusivity and equality for all. Join us today for this very special episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this review of the 21/22 movie season, the guys talk about everything from the Foo Fighters to meta slashers to the Prosperity Gospel, they try out a few impressions, and break down what they liked and didn't like in recent new releases. They even throw in a couple of movies that were worth mentioning despite the fact that none of them saw said movie and finally preview some new music from Wayne Howard Studio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this pilot episode of LitBits, Trevor and Jeremy review the new movie, OLD, by M. Night Shyamalan. They also introduce Sley House Publishing to the world, talk about some upcoming projects, and tell you where to find us online. Never taking themselves too seriously, Trevor and Jeremy of Sley House Publishing are always eager to talk about writing and genre work, praise the things done well, and poke fun at the things that aren't. (HINT: Mid-Size Sedan) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nathan Ballingrud returns to talk about Cathedral of the Drowned, the second novella of his Lunar Gothic trilogy. With Trevor, he talks about seeing hurt in the world, how he preserves hope, and the beauty of brutal characters, plus more.You can find Nathan at nathanballingrud.com and you can get Cathedral of the Drowned and the rest of the Lunar Gothic trilogy from your local library or your favorite book retailer from Tor Nightfire. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trevor and Sley House intern Paige Thompson are joined by Wen-yi Lee to talk about her adult fantasy novel When They Burned the Butterfly, available now from Tor books. They talk about the book's exploration of nation-making, queer identity-building, and how the book explores destruction and reconstruction, plus a whole lot more.You can get the novel at your local library or your favorite book retailer, and you can check out Wen-yi Lee at www.wenyileewrites.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trevor is joined by author and editor Jen Sookfong Lee to talk about her new novel The Hunger We Pass Down. Jen talks with Trevor about immigrant families, about historical and personal traumas and how they affect our lives, and dealing with how trauma is held.You can find more about Jen Sookfong Lee at sookfong.com and you can get The Hunger We Pass Down now at your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jenny Kiefer returns to the show to talk about her latest novel, Crafting for Sinners, available October 7, 2025 from Quirk Books. With Trevor, she talks about her thoughts on religious cults and the catharsis of horror, and more.You can find more from Jenny Kiefer at jennykiefer.carrd.co, and you can get Crafting for Sinners now from your favorite book retailer or at your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Christa Carmen is back for the third time to talk about her latest book How to Fake a Haunting. With Trevor, she talks about the book's take on the haunted house, about gaslighting the villain for a change, and about the power of serial killer confidence.You can find more Christa Carmen at www.christacarmen.com and you can get her new book from Thomas & Mercer on October 7 at your favorite book retailer or through your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Philip Fracassi, author of The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre, returns to the show to talk about his latest book with Trevor. He also dives into some contemplation about the kinds of stories he likes to write, about the trials of the market, and about what makes for an exciting story using or transgressing against popular tropes.You can find more Philip Fracassi at pfracassi.com, and you can find his latest book The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre from Tor Nightfire at your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Yume Kitasei sits down to share about her latest novel, Saltcrop, available September 30, 2025 from Flatiron Books. With Trevor, she talks about near-future science fiction, the importance of looking at the near future to understand the now, sisterhood and identity, and helps him properly turn the show into a Millennial podcast. You can find Yume Kitasei online at www.yumekitasei.com, and you can get Saltcrop and her other novels at your favorite book retailer or from your local library today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Author Michael Wehunt comes on to talk about his debut novel, The October Film Haunt (out September 30, 2025 from St. Martin's Press). With Trevor, he dives into his complicated relationship with fandom, his disdain for online spaces turned into propaganda, and how art and community can be sometimes wonderful and sometimes terrifying.You can find more from Michael Wehunt at michaelwehunt.com, and you can get the book at your favorite book retailer or your local library September 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Lindsay King-Miller, author of This Is My Body (now available from Quirk Books), comes on to talk with Trevor about the book, religious trauma, the struggle to be enough for one's self and one's family, about conviction and values, and a whole lot more.You can find more about Lindsay King-Miller at www.lindsaykingmiller.com and you can get the book at your favorite book retailer or your local library! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ally Russell, author of It Came from the Trees, is back to talk about her newest book, Mystery James Digs Her Own Grave. She breaks down the book's origins in New England cemeteries, and talks with host Trevor about the book's big themes, including how horror helps address the worst scenarios in our heads and can contribute to making sense and community out of difficult situations.You can find more from Ally Russell at allyrussellbooks.com, and you should get Mystery James Digs Her Own Grave (available now from Delacorte) from your favorite bookseller or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Alma Katsu, award-winning and best-selling writer, is back to talk about her latest novel Fiend. She and Trevor break into the book's big ideas, spoil parts of it to dive into how it frames evil and complicity, talk about the book as metaphor for power, and talk all about the book's central monsters (who maybe aren't who you expect).You can find Alma Katsu online at almakatsubooks.com, and you can get Fiend at your local library or through your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Keith Rosson, author of Fever House and The Devil By Name, joins with Trevor to talk about his latest novel, Coffin Moon. Together, they talk about vampirism, horror noir, and the emotional complexity of the novel.You can find Keith Rosson online at www.keithrosson.com, and you can get Coffin Moon from your favorite book retailer or your local library on September 9, 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brian McAuley, slasher writer extraordinaire (and film professor), returns to talk about his latest book Breathe In, Bleed Out, now available from Poisoned Pen Press. Alongside Trevor, he breaks down the book's ideas about wellness culture, cultural appropriation, and more, plus reflects on the place and purpose of the slasher in our literary diets.You can find more Brian McAuley at www.brianmcwriter.com and get your copy of Breathe In, Bleed Out at your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Award-winning author Chuck Tingle comes on to talk about his new novel Lucky Day, available now from Tor Nightfire. With Trevor, he talks about love being real, about gratitude and its effect on living love, about the probabilities of anything happening and how we think about meaninglessness and meaningfulness in our lives, plus more.You can find more Chuck at chucktingle.com, and you can get Lucky Day today from your favorite book retailer or your local library. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trevor is joined by author Isabel Cañas to talk about her new novel The Possession of Alba Díaz, available on August 19 from Berkley. Cañas dives deep into the conception of the novel, its historical backdrop, and how her books deal with issues over women's independence and control over their bodies, as well as more about why she writes. You can find more from Isabel Cañas over at isabelcanas.com, and you can get The Possession of Alba Díaz at your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jackson Ford joins in to talk about his new fantasy novel The Bone Raiders, now available from Orbit Books. Alongside Trevor, he talks about his process for writing fantasy as a relative latecomer to the genre, the challenges of writing authentically to your voice and also of worldbuilding, and more.You can find more Jackson Ford at jacksonfordauthor.com, and you can get The Bone Raiders today from your local library or your favorite book retailer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on the show, we welcome Daphne Fama, the author of House of Monstrous Women, her debut novel from Berkley. Alongside Trevor, Daphne explores metabolizing feelings through art, how her book handles generational expectations and conflict, the bearing of the history of the Philippines on her novel, issues of colonialism and self-determination, and the idea of monstrous women itself.You can find more of Daphne Fama at daphnefama.com, and you can get House of Monstrous Women at your favorite book retailer or your local library on August 12. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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