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You Should Probably Read More"CRIME DADDY" with Jordan HarperWe did it. We got our new favorite Crime Daddy on the pod.Jordan Harper joins us to talk LA, Punks vs Nazis, the Ozarks and Noir. We love him. RIP to Nolan's cat Edie & Jordan's dog Ellroy Books and Authors mentioned in this episode:Bel Canto - Ann Patchett The Vegetarian - Han Kang We Do Not Part - Han KangThe Last King of California - Jordan Harper Everything Must Go: Stories We Tell Ourselves Abou...2025-02-241h 10
The ARC PartySadie Hartmann's Horror Preview 2025Streamin and DreaminIn the looming orange-tinged shadows of the current political situation, six lovers-of-story got together to have a chat about books. Why? Because first of all: they love books. Second of all: Because books shine light on darkness, give voices to those silenced, record history for those erased, recognize those unseen, and punch fucking nazis. So, six people, ten books each, two hours and fifteen minutes. Strap in folks, because it’s a massive download of information in a relatively short amount of time, and you’re goin...2025-01-282h 20
The ARC PartyCraig Clevenger - THE CONTORTIONIST'S HANDBOOKBuy THE CONTORTIONIST’S HANDBOOK here!Craig Clevenger is a hell of a writer. But don’t take my word for it. Chuck Palahniuk has praised The Contortionist’s Handbook. Irvine Welsh has. Jordan Harper has, Donnie Darko director Richard Kelly has, Stephen Graham Jones has, Paul Tremblay has… many people have. And for good reason. It’s a fucking great book. And what follows, in my humblest, is a fucking great conversation. We talk about the book, we talk about life, we talk about struggles, we talk about families, we talk about the Waffle...2025-01-211h 55
Drinks with TonyCraig Clevenger #302 Craig Clevenger is the author of The Contortionist’s Handbook, re-issued by Datura Books.
On this episode we discuss the glorious holy temple where we worship which is the public library, mental health, how to look back at our books as authors, and so much more.
Join Book Smash January 2025, our book is Berlin Blues by Sven Regener, which we’ll discuss on zoom at the end of the month.
Subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, and other podcast outlets. It also airs every Thursday evening at 6pm on 92.9FM, KPCR-LP...2025-01-1655 minDrinks with TonyCraig Clevenger #302 Craig Clevenger is the author of The Contortionist’s Handbook, re-issued by Datura Books.
On this episode we discuss the glorious holy temple where we worship which is the public library, mental health, how to look back at our books as authors, and so much more.
Join Book Smash January 2025, our book is Berlin Blues by Sven Regener, which we’ll discuss on zoom at the end of the month.
Subscribe to the show on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, Stitcher, and other podcast outlets. It also airs every Thursday evening at 6pm on 92.9FM, KPCR-LP...2025-01-1655 min
The ARC PartyEric LaRocca - AT DARK I BECOME LOATHSOMEPreorder HereAt Dark, I Have HopeIt may seem like a contradiction that someone who can write such brutal things is such a lovely and sweet human being, but I think that in this episode, we tapped into a possible reason that it’s not a contradiction at all that Eric Larocca will destroy you with the most stark and frightful words, and smother you with happy thoughts when you talk to him. The truth is, we all have these dark, extreme thoughts in our minds. We have all been driving down th...2025-01-101h 25
The ARC PartyClay McLeod Chapman - WAKE UP AND OPEN YOUR EYESGet Clay’s books here!Welcome to my new show, Couchsurfing Critics!The ever-talented and amazing Clay McLeod Chapman has returned for another epic round of conversation with yours truly. This time, we’re smashing duration records and defying interview conventions. It is, I would say, the closest to just us grabbing coffee and chatting that we could have hoped for, and I am very pleased with the result. For those of you looking for a concentrated discussion of Clay’s delicious upcoming release WAKE UP AND OPEN YOUR EYES, might I direct you el...2025-01-032h 39
The ARC Party2025 Horror PreviewWelcome to 2025!This is the semi-annual Horror Preview episode, with my treasured guests Becky Spratford and Emily Hughes. Every six months, we gather to share with you all the extensive list of books we’re looking forward to in 2025. As is tradition, we talk about six months at a time, so I’m so excited to share with you all 36 books that we talked about in this episode, covering January to June of 2025. Emily and Becky are the guests for these episodes because they are unrivaled in knowledge of horror literature. Emily as the legendary cura...2024-12-271h 41
This Is Horror PodcastCraig Clevenger on The Aftermath of Violence, Transgressive Fiction, and Post-Pandemic Book ReleasesIn this podcast, Craig Clevenger talks about writing about the aftermath of violence, transgressive fiction, post-pandemic book releases, and much more. About Craig Clevenger Craig Clevenger is an American author of contemporary fiction. Born 1964 in Dallas, Texas, he grew up in Southern California where he studied English at California State University, Long Beach. He … Continue reading2023-06-281h 09This Is Horror PodcastCraig Clevenger on Mother Howl, Writing in the Third Person, and Writing DialogueIn this podcast, Craig Clevenger talks about Mother Howl, writing in the third person, writing dialogue, and much more. About Craig Clevenger Craig Clevenger is an American author of contemporary fiction. Born 1964 in Dallas, Texas, he grew up in Southern California where he studied English at California State University, Long Beach. He is the … Continue reading2023-06-221h 03
Salt Lake DirtCraig Clevenger - MOTHER HOWL - Episode 123Craig Clevender is the author of The Contortionist's Handbook and Dermaphoria. His latest novel Mother Howl was recently released on Datura Books. On this episode we talk about about the origin of Mother Howl, imposter syndrome, and the evolution of the publishing industry.
Great book, great chat!
Thanks for listening.
Kyler
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Mother Howl synopsis:
"Sixteen-year-old Lyle Edison recognizes the face of a murder victim on the nightly news – the waitress at his local diner. A place he often frequented with his dad. The following day his fat...2023-06-1944 min
Unlock the Joy of Reading Through Free AudiobookMother Howl Audiobook by Craig ClevengerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 678412
Title: Mother Howl
Author: Craig Clevenger
Narrator: Greg Lockett
Format: Unabridged
Length: 11:02:21
Language: English
Release date: 06-13-23
Publisher: Random House (Audio)
Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Noir
Summary:
Compelling literary crime that follows the son of a serial murderer who changes his identity in a bid to escape his past.
Sixteen-year-old Lyle Edison recognizes the face of a murder victim on the nightly news – the waitress at his local diner. A place he often frequented with his dad. The following day his father is arrested and charged with her...2023-06-1311h 02
The ARC PartyCraig Clevenger - MOTHER HOWLThe mother of all book releases!This is a party I’ve been anticipating for some time, now. Craig Clevenger’s third book, MOTHER HOWL, has arrived! For those of us who are familiar with Craig, we know that this is a big moment. For people new to his writing, you’re in for a transformational experience! We sat and talked for a while about MOTHER HOWL and the themes found in the book. Conversation wandered to the short film SMOKE & MIRRORS, which was adapted from a part of the book.Craig answered some l...2023-05-171h 46
Deep LeadershipMastering Your Self with Dr. Craig DowdenToday, I’m joined by a returning guest and friend of the show, Dr. Craig Dowden. You might remember him from Episode 135, where we talked about positive leadership. Craig is an inspiring and thought-provoking executive coach, Forbes author, and keynote speaker. He holds a Doctorate in psychology, with a concentration in business, and is a Certified Positive Psychology Coach. He has a new book out called A Time to Lead: Mastering Your Self . . . So You Can Master Your World. This new book debuted on the Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller lists! I’m excited to have Craig back...2022-12-2143 min
Outcast Press PodcastInterview With Craig ClevengerToday we sit down with Craig Clevenger, author of The Contortionist’s Handbook. Due to a time mix up, Natalie and I spend the first hour rambling about culture and literature before Craig shows up.
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· Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2022-02-122h 44This Is Horror PodcastCraig Clevenger on his Fourth Novel, Writing Each Story as if it’s Your Last, and Advice to Eighteen-Year-Old SelfIn this podcast Craig Clevenger talks about his fourth novel, writing each story as if it’s your last, advice to eighteen-year-old self, and much more. About Craig Clevenger Craig Clevenger is an American author of contemporary fiction. Born 1964 in Dallas, Texas, he grew up in Southern California where he studied English at California State … Continue reading2021-07-161h 26This Is Horror PodcastCraig Clevenger on The Contortionist’s Handbook, Writing Dialogue, and DermaphoriaIn this podcast Craig Clevenger talks about The Contortionist’s Handbook, writing dialogue, Dermaphoria, and much more. About Craig Clevenger Craig Clevenger is an American author of contemporary fiction. Born 1964 in Dallas, Texas, he grew up in Southern California where he studied English at California State University, Long Beach. He is the author of two … Continue reading2021-07-021h 17
iNTO THE FRAY RADIO - Encounters with the ParanormaliTF 223: Archives of a Ghost HunterFox Valley Ghost Hunters founder Craig Nehring, and lead investigator, Melissa Clevenger join me to talk about their personal experiences in the field of the paranormal.Find the Fox Valley Ghost Hunters on Facebook and their website.Craig's previous books: Archives of a Ghost Hunter, Wisconsin's Most Haunted, & Wisconsin's Most Haunted: Vol II (Volume 2)Craig has joined us before for iTF 80: The Summerwind Mansion If you love iNTO THE FRAY and want more content....become a member over on Patreon! Get 126 bonus episodes and counting, ad-free versions of the main show, physical...2020-01-1746 miniNTO THE FRAY RADIO - Encounters with the ParanormaliTF 223: Archives of a Ghost HunterFox Valley Ghost Hunters founder Craig Nehring, and lead investigator, Melissa Clevenger join me to talk about their personal experiences in the field of the paranormal.Find the Fox Valley Ghost Hunters on Facebook and their website.Craig's previous books: Archives of a Ghost Hunter, Wisconsin's Most Haunted, & Wisconsin's Most Haunted: Vol II (Volume 2)Craig has joined us before for iTF 80: The Summerwind Mansion If you love iNTO THE FRAY and want more content....become a member over on Patreon! Get 126 bonus episodes and counting, ad-free versions of the main show, physical...2020-01-1746 min
Desert Island PunksDIP #14 - Sarah Williams (Shout-Louder, Lockjaw Records)This week Jake is joined by Shout-Louder head honcho, and Lockjaw Records team member Sarah Williams!
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SBPL Coffee BreakSBPL Coffee Break - Craig Clevenger (Episode 15)Mentioned in this episode:
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CrimeWAV Volume 2The Numbers GameThe Numbers Game by Craig Clevenger2017-09-0539 min
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ElkingMusic11 O'Clock Comics Episode 366Zack Kruse jumps into the pit with us to discuss the Appleseed Comic Con, Timothy O'Briant's BDR Volume 2, jason Brubaker's Sithrah, Steranko Vs. Jaime Hernandez, Peter Bagge and Creepy, Convergence-O-Rama (Swamp Thing, Plastic man and the Freedom Fighters, Shazam!, Blue Beetle, Man of Steel, Superboy, Atom, The Question, Suicide Squad, Hawkman, Womder Woman, Justice Society of America, Batman and the Outsiders, Green Lantern Corps, Shadow of the Bat, Harley Quinn, Superman, Detective Comics, Batman and Robin, and more), Mignolaverse-O-Rama (Frankenstein Underground #2 with Ben Stenbeck and Dave Stewart, Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. 1952 #5 with John Arcudi, Alex Maleev...2015-05-012h 33
11 O'Clock Comics Podcast11 O'Clock Comics Episode 366Zack Kruse jumps into the pit with us to discuss the Appleseed Comic Con, Timothy O'Briant's BDR Volume 2, jason Brubaker's Sithrah, Steranko Vs. Jaime Hernandez, Peter Bagge and Creepy, Convergence-O-Rama (Swamp Thing, Plastic man and the Freedom Fighters, Shazam!, Blue Beetle, Man of Steel, Superboy, Atom, The Question, Suicide Squad, Hawkman, Womder Woman, Justice Society of America, Batman and the Outsiders, Green Lantern Corps, Shadow of the Bat, Harley Quinn, Superman, Detective Comics, Batman and Robin, and more), Mignolaverse-O-Rama (Frankenstein Underground #2 with Ben Stenbeck and Dave Stewart, Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. 1952 #5 with John Arcudi, Alex Maleev...2015-05-012h 33
11 O'Clock Comics Podcast11 O'Clock Comics Episode 366Zack Kruse jumps into the pit with us to discuss the Appleseed Comic Con, Timothy O'Briant's BDR Volume 2, jason Brubaker's Sithrah, Steranko Vs. Jaime Hernandez, Peter Bagge and Creepy, Convergence-O-Rama (Swamp Thing, Plastic man and the Freedom Fighters, Shazam!, Blue Beetle, Man of Steel, Superboy, Atom, The Question, Suicide Squad, Hawkman, Womder Woman, Justice Society of America, Batman and the Outsiders, Green Lantern Corps, Shadow of the Bat, Harley Quinn, Superman, Detective Comics, Batman and Robin, and more), Mignolaverse-O-Rama (Frankenstein Underground #2 with Ben Stenbeck and Dave Stewart, Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. 1952 #5 with John Arcudi, Alex Maleev...2015-05-012h 33
11 O'Clock Comics Podcast11 O'Clock Comics Episode 366Zack Kruse jumps into the pit with us to discuss the Appleseed Comic Con, Timothy O'Briant's BDR Volume 2, jason Brubaker's Sithrah, Steranko Vs. Jaime Hernandez, Peter Bagge and Creepy, Convergence-O-Rama (Swamp Thing, Plastic man and the Freedom Fighters, Shazam!, Blue Beetle, Man of Steel, Superboy, Atom, The Question, Suicide Squad, Hawkman, Womder Woman, Justice Society of America, Batman and the Outsiders, Green Lantern Corps, Shadow of the Bat, Harley Quinn, Superman, Detective Comics, Batman and Robin, and more), Mignolaverse-O-Rama (Frankenstein Underground #2 with Ben Stenbeck and Dave Stewart, Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. 1952 #5 with John Arcudi, Alex Maleev...2015-05-012h 33
DSDPodcastSpecial Episode: Frank Bill day at DSDSteve Weddle talks with Frank Bill about his new book, DONNYBROOK. An excerpt from the book can be found at the DoSomeDamage blog. (UPDATE: Er, not so much anymore. Head to Frank Bill's blog if you want details on DONNYBROOK.)Here's what folks are saying about the book: "Donnybrook is some serious hillbilly-noir that had my ears ringing by the end. Open the first page... and duck." --Craig Clevenger, author of The Contortionist's Handbook and Dermaphoria “Dark, grim, and achingly beautiful. Frank Bill is one of the most original and compelling voices in...2013-02-1900 min
Unprintable PodcastEpisode 4 - Should You Write For Free? (Guest: Craig Clevenger)We welcome special guest, 'The Contortionist's Handbook' and 'Dermaphoria' author Craig Clevenger! We play 'Where's Craig's New Book?,' discuss unsexy sex scenes, and answer the question: Should you write for free?2012-12-141h 05
Free Audiobook: Where Stories Find Their VoiceDermaphoria Audiobook by Craig ClevengerListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttps://hotaudiobook.com/freeID: 60673
Title: Dermaphoria
Author: Craig Clevenger
Narrator: Craig Clevenger
Format: Unabridged
Length: 05:59:27
Language: English
Release date: 01-08-10
Publisher: Blackstone Audiobooks
Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Horror, Suspense, Psychological
Summary:
Bailed out of jail and holed up in a low-rent motel, amnesiac Eric Ashworth has only the memory of a womans name: Desiree. With steadily increasing doses of a strange new hallucinogen, Ashworth finds that the drug allows him to reassemble his past in broken fragments. But as he begins to lose touch with the present, his distinction between truth and...2010-01-085h 59
Savor The Immersive Full Audiobook Experience!Dermaphoria by Craig ClevengerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/60673to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Dermaphoria
Author: Craig Clevenger
Narrator: Craig Clevenger
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 59 minutes
Release date: January 8, 2010
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.67 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 4.33 of Total 3
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
Bailed out of jail and holed up in a low-rent motel, amnesiac Eric Ashworth has only the memory of a woman’s name: Desiree. With steadily increasing doses of a strange new hallucinogen, Ashworth finds that the drug allows him to reassemble his past in broken fragments. But as he begins to lose touch with the present, his di...2010-01-085h 59
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, PsychologicalDermaphoria by Craig ClevengerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/60673 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Dermaphoria Author: Craig Clevenger Narrator: Craig Clevenger Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 59 minutes Release date: January 8, 2010 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.67 of Total 3 Ratings of Narrator: 4.33 of Total 3 Genres: Psychological Publisher's Summary: Bailed out of jail and holed up in a low-rent motel, amnesiac Eric Ashworth has only the memory of a woman’s name: Desiree. With steadily increasing doses of a strange new hallucinogen, Ashworth finds that the drug allows him to reassemble his past in broken fragments. But as he begins to lose touch with the present, hi...2010-01-0803 min
Listen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseDermaphoria by Craig ClevengerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/60673 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Dermaphoria Author: Craig Clevenger Narrator: Craig Clevenger Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 5 hours 59 minutes Release date: January 8, 2010 Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.67 of Total 3 Ratings of Narrator: 4.33 of Total 3 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: Bailed out of jail and holed up in a low-rent motel, amnesiac Eric Ashworth has only the memory of a woman’s name: Desiree. With steadily increasing doses of a strange new hallucinogen, Ashworth finds that the drug allows him to reassemble his past in broken fragments. But as he begins to lose touch with the present, hi...2010-01-0803 minListen to Trending Full Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseDermaphoria by Craig ClevengerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/60673to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Dermaphoria
Author: Craig Clevenger
Narrator: Craig Clevenger
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 5 hours 59 minutes
Release date: January 8, 2010
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 3.67 of Total 3
Ratings of Narrator: 4.33 of Total 3
Genres: Suspense
Publisher's Summary:
Bailed out of jail and holed up in a low-rent motel, amnesiac Eric Ashworth has only the memory of a woman’s name: Desiree. With steadily increasing doses of a strange new hallucinogen, Ashworth finds that the drug allows him to reassemble his past in broken fragments. But as he begins to lose touch with the present, his di...2010-01-085h 59
Listen To Into A Thrilling Full Audiobook While Traveling.The Contortionist’s Handbook: A Novel by Craig ClevengerPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/60247to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Contortionist’s Handbook: A Novel
Author: Craig Clevenger
Narrator: Ray Porter
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 40 minutes
Release date: December 7, 2009
Genres: Psychological
Publisher's Summary:
Clevenger has produced an utterly persuasive and compelling novel, combining the zest and enthusiasm of a new voice with the craft and the guile of a veteran. Following a near fatal overdose of painkillers, Daniel Fletcher is resuscitated in a Los Angeles emergency room and detained for psychiatric evaluation. Through a series of questions and tests, the psychiatrist must ascertain whether the patient intended to...2009-12-076h 40
Discover the Best Audio Stories in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, PsychologicalThe Contortionist’s Handbook: A Novel by Craig ClevengerPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/60247 to listen full audiobooks. Title: The Contortionist’s Handbook: A Novel Author: Craig Clevenger Narrator: Ray Porter Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 6 hours 40 minutes Release date: December 7, 2009 Genres: Psychological Publisher's Summary: Clevenger has produced an utterly persuasive and compelling novel, combining the zest and enthusiasm of a new voice with the craft and the guile of a veteran. Following a near fatal overdose of painkillers, Daniel Fletcher is resuscitated in a Los Angeles emergency room and detained for psychiatric evaluation. Through a series of questions and tests, the psychiatrist must ascertain whether the patient in...2009-12-0703 min