Guests Anastasia (formerly of Bibliophilia and the Philosophers' Degrees podcast), Bryan Farrell, and Nenia Campbell join the podcast to discuss the iconic 1999 found footage film, The Blair Witch Project.Theme Song by Matty B. Follow Horror/Stories on Instagram @horrorslashstories_podEPISODE GUESTS:Anastasia (@ascorpiocrone)Listen to Bibliophilia and the Philosophers' DegreesBryan Farrell (@paranormal_punk)Bryan's websiteHow to Contact the LivingMAW (IndieReads Exclusive)*For MAW'S initial release (from Oct 10th 2025 until Dec 31st 2025) as part of a special charity collaboration with Indie Reads, 100% of sales will be donated to RED CROSS UKRAINE and UNICEF'S GAZA CRISIS EMERGENCY APPEAL. Nenia Campbell (@alwaysbeebooked)Little DeathsNenia's Author PageOTHER LINKS:The Scooby-Doo Project Disclosure: Horror/Stories is an affiliate of Bookshop.org and earns a commission if you make a purchase through our affiliate link or storefront.
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Author Azalea Crowley joins the podcast to talk about Kenneth Dagatan's 2023 film In My Mother's Skin. Together, we discuss things that are "creepy cute," explore Filipino folklore, and consider how folk horror stories reflect human behavior.Azalea Crowley (she/they) writes for those who find beauty in the dark and unusual. Her unique brand of horror romances combines the grotesque with the gorgeous, while her fantasy romances combine the adventure of a TTRPG and tragic backstories—because reasons.From the misty Pacific Northwest, Azalea creates darkly whimsical adventures where love blooms in unexpected and dangerous places. Weaving Indigenous, Filipino, autistic, disability, and LGBTQIA2S+ representation, she offers stories with inclusive worlds.For readers who crave both light and dark, Azalea Crowley invites you to embrace your inner misfit and discover that monsters can fall in love—and keep their fangs.-In My Mother's Skin (2023): Stranded in the Philippines during World War II, a young girl finds that her duty to protect her dying mother is complicated by her misplaced trust in a beguiling, flesh-eating fairy.-Links:Filmmaker Magazine Interview with Kenneth Dagatan: https://filmmakermagazine.com/118553-interview-kenneth-dagatan-in-my-mothers-skin/Manananggal Doll: https://creations.mattel.com/products/monster-high-corazon-marikit-doll-hxj09?srsltid=AfmBOopaOWslFOn9xfjW7QdxyLrzwon7-JZQVPA5XdPpbGN_zaprZJl6
An uproarious, unhinged, and slightly scandalous conversation with visionary author Dana Sweeney about Alex Garland's film Men (2022).You can find out more about Dana's work on our Season 1: Episode 10 "Dana Sweeney and the End of the World" and on her website: https://www.danasweeney.com/Follow Dana on social media @danasweeneyauthor
Author J.C. Murphey joins the podcast to talk about Joko Anwar's 2019 folk horror film, Impetigore.References:Asia Society at the Movies: 'Impetigore' Q&A: https://youtu.be/BZ7Zj7Q6-c8?si=vtB0di_SNK4_M0vx---J.C. Murphey is a lover of romance but writer of dystopian and dark fantasy fiction. Follow her on Facebook (J.C. Murphey), Instagram (@authorj.c.murphey), and TikTok (@j_c_murphey) to keep up with her latest projects or general antics.
In this episode, Veronica and Lizzy, co-hosts of the Spill the Spice Podcast, join us to talk about the Robert Eggers' 2015 folk horror film, The VVitch. Tune in for a conversation on mental health, religious trauma, and our guests' personal ghost stories.ABOUT SPILL THE SPICE PODCAST:Spill the Spice Podcast is a podcast for readers who crave the dark, the dirty, and the deeply personal.Every month, we sit down with incredible indie and traditionally published authors, diving into their creative process, their stories, and the fire that fuels their work. We also dive into the real stuff, mental health, trauma, identity, and how stories become sanctuaries. Through honest conversation and unfiltered curiosity, we unravel what makes romance more than escapism.This is a space for passion and permission. For book lovers who want more than just spice, they want meaning in the burn.https://www.spill-the-spice-podcast.com/
Lyndall Clipstone, author of Tenderly I Am Devoured (out July 1, 2025!), joins the podcast to talk flower-threaded horror and Ari Aster's 2019 folk horror revival film, Midsommar. Episode recorded early May 2025. Theme song by Matty Allen.Lyndall Clipstone writes dark tales of flower-threaded horror. She is the critically acclaimed author of The World at the Lake’s Edge duology, Unholy Terrors, and the upcoming Tenderly, I am Devoured. She currently lives in Adelaide, Australia, in a hundred-year-old cottage with her partner, two children, and a shy black cat.Tenderly, I am Devoured (July 1, 2025)Perfect for fans of Saltburn, A Study in Drowning, and Don't Let the Forest In, Tenderly, I Am Devoured is a moody, monstrously Gothic romantic folk horror in which a young woman must bind herself to a dangerous chthonic god with the help of the son of a rival family to save her family's legacy—and herself—from ruin.Visit www.lyndallclipstone.com and follow Lyndall on social media (@lkclipstone on Instagram) for more information about her books!
Folk horror season is here! In this episode, we ask what folk horror is, our favorite folk horror books and movies, and the folk horror books/movies we're most looking forward to reading this season! Episode recorded early May 2025.Theme song by Matty Allen.Books Mentioned:Bat Eater and Other Names for Cora Zeng by Kylie Lee BakerMy Heart is a Chainsaw by Stephen Graham JonesThe Bone Drenched Woods by L.V. RussellIt Waits in the Forest by Sarah DassThe Forest Demands Its Due by Kosoko JacksonDaughter of the Merciful Deep by Leslye PenelopeTangleroot by Kalela WilliamsLa Reina by JD YanezGideon the Ninth by Tamsyn MuirSouls Triology by Harley La RouxEclipse Ritual by Kate RivenhallBloodroots by Richie Tankersley CusickScarecrow by Richie Tankersley CusickWhat We Harvest by Ann FraistatSmall Favors by Erin CraigGothictown by Emily CarpenterShe is a Haunting by Trang Thanh TranThis Cursed House by Del SandeenI’ll Be Waiting by Kelly ArmstrongHemlock Island by Kelley ArmstrongBlack Wicket by Bea NorthwickThe Buffalo Hunter Hunter by Stephen Graham JonesRaise the Blood by Nenia CampbellWaking the Moon by Elizabeth HandNever Whistle at Night (AnthologyMovies Mentioned:Woodlands Dark and Days Bewitched: A History of Folk HorrorBlood on Satan’s ClawThe Wicker ManThe Witchfinder GeneralIncantationThe WailingThe LangoliersMidsommarThe VVitchThe Blair Witch ProjectExhumaThe MediumLa LloronaWhen Evil LurksHis HousePan’s LabyrinthHereditary
In our SEASON ONE FINALE EPISODE, iconic dark romance author Kate Raven joins the podcast to talk about Daphne du Maurier's 1938 Gothic novel Rebecca and Alfred Hitchcock's 1940 film adaptation by the same name.
In this episode, author Donna Taylor joins the podcast to talk about the movie that inspired her upcoming YA horror release, Blood on the Boardwalk (September 2025). Together, we discuss writing horror for different audiences, imposter syndrome, and the movie that made vampires hot. Theme song by Matty Allen
Author Kelly Evans joins the podcast to talk about the 1954 Creature from the Black Lagoon.Kelly Evans is a historical fiction author with a bit of historical horror thrown in. Her main horror novels take place in England during the Black Death. Is it a zombie? Or the Black Death? Who can tell? When not writing, Kelly indulges her love of horror by watching one of the hundreds of really bad B movies she owns and eating popcorn. A lot of popcorn.
In this episode, dark romance author Madeline Thorne joins the podcast to talk about the landmark feminist film Ginger Snaps (2000) and the horrors of being a teenager.Notes:The podcast episode referenced on Jordan Peele's NOPE is Still Processing (NYT): 'Alien Superstar'
In this episode, author J.C. Murphey joins Nenia and Sarah to discuss the 1990 movie adaptation of Stephen King's Misery. Settle in, as we examine the consumption of art and art that consumes.
This episode, Matty and Sarah get deep (in the Catacombs of Paris) talking about As Above So Below (2014) with Anastasia, co-host of the podcast Bibliophilia and the Philosopher's Degrees.Join the conversation, as we discuss ethical consumerism, cathartic horror, and Dante's inferno. And be sure to check out Bibiliophilia and the Philosopher's Degrees!
These are scary times, so we watched something not so scary.In Episode 9, author Regina Sage joins the pod to discuss the 2002 live-action Scooby Doo movie, 00s nostalgia, and the way she navigates fear in her novels. We reminisce about our childhoods, distinguish spooky from scary, and find meaning in the movie's timely message, "friends don't quit."If you need a little mood boost today, we promise this episode will bring hope and smiles.--Regina Sage is a romance author whose works include Ocean's Embrace, Sand's Caress, and Ink's Grace. In addition to being an author, Regina is a narrator and linguist.
On the one-year anniversary of her book's publication, author Dana Sweeney joins the pod to talk about the unnervingly believable dystopian world in her Stronghold novels, Lust for Tomorrow and Trust in Tomorrow.Please note: this episode explores adult themes and topics that people may find uncomfortable or triggering, including ableism, bodily autonomy, homophobia, sex, sexual assault, and domestic abuse.
This episode we are so lucky to have dark romance author Nenia Campbell join us to discuss the 00s cult classic, Jennifer's Body. Hear about how Nenia's creative writing unsettled her 4th grade teacher, parallels between possession and objectification, film industry misogyny, and how horror and dark romance can be healing.Also check out: Jennifer's Body Reunion: Megan Fox and Diablo Cody Get Candid About Hollywood (ET Live)https://youtu.be/u2JLRtWlq0o?si=EfJBS7aVXJ9BU5dENENIA RECOMMENDS:Gothic Horror MoviesCrimson PeakMarrowboneVampire MoviesThe Lost BoysFright NightCheesy 70s Horror MoviesInvasion of the Body SnatchersPhantasmGothic Horror Romance NovelsThe Cruel Dark by Bea NorthwickGrave Matter by Karina HalleThe Poisoner by I.V. OpheliaThe Darkest Waltz by Ashley KingBooks by Nenia Campbell mentioned:The Horrorscape SeriesLittle DeathsRaise the BloodThrough a Glass, DarklyQuid Pro Quo (sequel: Sine Qua Non)
In this episode, we discuss Kōji Shiraishi's Noroi: The Curse with special guest @bookmarkedbybrittAre you into creepy, slow-burn puzzles? Folk-horror about ancient, sinister, demon rituals? Metaphors for colonization? Then you should definitely check out this 2005 j-horror mockumentary.
Do you believe in blessings? How far would you go to save your child? This episode, we examine Kevin Ko's 2022 film, Incantation.Happy Halloween!Interviews Referenced:The Art of Horror: "Incantation" Director Kevin Ko & The Pursuit of a Cinematic Dreamhttps://youtu.be/3VgApO0jGE0?si=MJ3F9BmuEBVZ5fYhRue Morgue Interview with Producer Adrienne Biddle on the Family Terrors of "The Dark and tge Wicked"https://rue-morgue.com/exclusive-interview-producer-adrienne-biddle-on-the-family-terrors-of-the-dark-and-the-wicked/
Matty's on tour, so this month it's just Sarah (and a special guest!). Keeping on the topic of possession, join us to discuss The Dark and the Wicked (2020), a movie that traumatized us.Content warning: discussion of grief, self-harm, suic**e, and care of a loved one at the end of life.ABOUT THE SHOW:Just two siblings having fun talking about our favorite topic--horror movies. In each short episode, we discuss a horror movie, consider themes across films, and explore the concept of fear.