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Sley House PresentsEpisode #93: Interview with JB McLaurinThis week, Trevor welcomes Jeremy back to the studio as they interview author JB McLaurin about his debut novel, Black Echoes, published by Sley House earlier this year. McLaurin talks about the musical and personal influences that inspired his novel about addiction, fathers and sons, and how crime thrillers, horror, and metal coalesced into this amazing first novel. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-12-0855 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode #92: Interview with Christa CarmenIn this episode, Christa Carmen joins to talk about her upcoming novel, The Daughters of Block Island, out December 1, 2023 from Thomas & Mercer. Together with host Trevor, Christa talks about the Gothic influences of her book, her love for Gothic storytelling, and what keeps the Gothic alive and relevant as literature for a modern reader.You can find The Daughters of Block Island exclusively through Amazon Prime Reading during the month of November 2023, and then wherever you find your books on December 1, 2023. You can also find more Christa at www.christacarmen.com. Hosted on Acast...2023-11-1153 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode #91: Interview with Nat CassidyIn this episode, Trevor sits down with Nat Cassidy, author of Mary and Nestlings, both available from Tor Nightfire. Nat talks about his love for art and literature, his origins as a screenplay writer and actor, the connections he has to art and craft, and the symbolic and religious resonance of his latest novel, Nestlings.Nestlings is available everywhere on Halloween 2023, and you can find more information about Nat at natcassidy.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-281h 12

Sley House PresentsEpisode #90: Spooky Season Media with Katrina CarruthTrevor meets with friend of the show and author Katrina Carruth to talk about their favorite Spooky Season media, from books to film and television, as well as trip down some memory lanes to talk about their respective relationships to Halloween. It's a fun conversation between friends, and will hopefully help fill your trick-or-treat bucket with fantastic spooky recommendations.You can find more about Katrina Carruth at katrinacarruth.com or on her social media accounts. She's amazing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-221h 17

Sley House PresentsEpisode #89: Interview with Angela SylvaineJoin in this week as Trevor sits down with author Angela Sylvaine to talk about her debut horror novel, Frost Bite. They talk about tiger kings, nostalgia for the '90s, nostalgia in literature and art, comedy with horror, and killer prairie dogs. Frost Bite is available from Dark Matter INK on October 10, 2023, and can be ordered virtually anywhere you buy your books. You can find more from Angela Sylvaine at angelasylvaine.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-10-0746 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 88: Interview with Erika T WurthJoin us in this episode as we speak with author Erika T. Wurth about her debut horror novel, White Horse. We talk about definitions of New Wave horror, the function and shape of a good story, and the difficulty of writing a story authentic to the self in an age demanding specific types of performance. You can find more about Erika T. Wurth at her website, https://erikatwurth.com, and find White Horse wherever you find books! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-2949 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 87: Interview with Lora SenfIn this week's episode, Trevor sits down with Lora Senf, author of the Blight Harbor series of middle grade horror, to talk about her latest novel, The Nighthouse Keeper. They talk about Lora's sources of inspiration, the importance of libraries when growing up, and about building a passion for literature with young readers to encourage lifelong literacy skills.The Nighthouse Keeper comes out October 17, 2023, and you can find more information about Lora at lorasenf.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-09-1750 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 86: Interview with Alex EbensteinIn this week's episode, Trevor sits down with Alex Ebenstein to talk about his latest novella, Melonhead Mayhem. They talk about cryptids, urban legends, spooky '80s and '90s film, the power and danger of nostalgia, and owning your identity as a writer. They also talk about the recent closure of Dread Stone Press and the future for the Split Scream Series as they transition to Tenebrous Press.You can find more of Alex Ebenstein's work at alexebenstein.com, and you can find his novellas Curse Corvus and Melonhead Mayhem available online. Hosted...2023-09-0854 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 85: Interview with Scott LeedsThis week, Trevor sits down with author Scott Leeds, whose new novel Schrader's Chord releases September 5 from Tor Nightfire. Scott and Trevor talk about their passions, the importance of passion and art in relationships, about grief and its place in life (and in Schrader's Chord), and the literature that influenced his book of music that summons the dead.You can find Schrader's Chord anywhere you find your books on September 5, 2023, and you can find more of Scott on Instagram. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-251h 10

Sley House PresentsEpisode 84: (Uncut and Uncensored) Interview with Desirée NiccoliSley House's host Katelyn sits down for a lengthy, unfiltered interview with author Desirée Niccoli, reacting to her writing journey and the power and importance of amorous-yet-carnivorous mermaids in dark romance fiction. Desirée shares her thoughts about social media, about her continuing adventures with the Haven Cove series, and she and Kate gush about their adoration of monster lovers in fiction. They talk about their frustrations with romance tropes and publishing, and Kate shares some of the dark romance books sitting in her gigantic library--along with a sneak peak of her upcoming podcast for romance readers, Sip & Sm...2023-08-181h 50

Sley House PresentsDramatic Reading: The Hanged Woman by JR Billingsley, published originally in Postcard Shorts in October 2013While this piece of flash fiction might remind listeners of Mike Flanagan's HAUNTING OF HILL HOUSE, Billingsley actually published this piece while in grad school some five years earlier. We hope you enjoy this short introduction to author JR Billingsley reading from his own published work. Future stories will only be available on our Acast+ premium membership or through our Patreon. Acast subscriptions to our channel are just $3, and our Patreon features tiers for all price points, each tier featuring its own unique Sley House merchandise. All proceeds support the publishing house, the actors and studio producing our radio...2023-08-1502 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 83: Interview with Laura ParnumIn this week's episode, Trevor sits down with middle grade author Laura Parnum to talk about her new book, Peril at Price Manor. They cover topics like helicopter parenting and the importance of spooky fiction for kids, as well as Laura's authorial origin story and her father's cooky collection of horror film memorabilia. Laura's new book is available through Harper Children's, and she can be found online at lauraparnumbooks.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-08-0845 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 82: Interview with Katrina MonroeTrevor visits with Katrina Monroe, author of They Drown Our Daughters and Graveyard of Lost Children, to talk about her energy-conscious ghost, the major themes of her latest novel, and her creative process for creating terrifying fiction. They also explore themes of motherhood, authority and autonomy, and the importance of literature addressing the heavy themes.You can find out more about Katrina Monroe and her upcoming projects at katrinamonroe.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-2847 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 81: Interview with Katherine SilvaIn this episode, hosts Trevor and Eva talk to Katherine Silva about her series The Wild Oblivion. They talk about emotive horror, Katherine's literary and media influences, and explore some of the deeper thematic content and lore of her upcoming novel, The Wild Fall. More about Katherine Silva and her work can be found www.katherinesilvaauthor.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-07-211h 00

Sley House PresentsEpisode 80: Interview with Ness BrownIn this week's episode, Trevor sits down with astrophysicist and author Ness Brown, whose debut novella The Scourge Between Stars released from Nightfire in April 2023. Together, they talk about Brown's vision for humans in the cosmos, the importance of considering how we use our resources, how we treat and consider emerging technologies, the impetus of diverse representation of people in speculative literature, and above all the need for hope in a trying era.For more information about Ness Brown and their literature, you can visit ness-brown.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2023-07-0749 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 79: Interview w/ KC JonesIn this episode, Trevor sits down with Stoker Award-nominated author KC Jones about his debut novel, Black Tide, available everywhere from Tor Nightfire. They talk about the origins of the novel as anecdote and screenplay, some of KC's creative process, and the importance of hope and community in facing the end of the world.You can find more about KC Jones and his future projects at kcjonespnw.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-3045 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 78: Interview with Philip FracassiIn this week's episode, Trevor and Eva sit down with Bram Stoker Award-nominated author Philip Fracassi about his novel Boys in the Valley, coming July 2023 from Nightfire. He speaks about his experience as a writer, the craft decisions he made in creating Boys in the Valley, and his artistic goals as a writer and storyteller. You can find more information about Philip Fracassi at his website, pfracassi.com, and order his book wherever books are sold. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-1653 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 77: Interview w/ Liz KerinIn this episode, Trevor interviews Liz Kerin, author of Night's Edge from Tor Nightfire (out June 20, 2023). They talk about her upcoming novel and its sequel, vampires and trauma, dog naming conventions, and having to grow up fast under unfair circumstances.Please note that this episode does contain very light spoilers about Night's Edge and a brief preview for the sequel, First Light.You can find more information about Liz's novel at tornightfire.com, and follow her on Instagram @lizkerin or her website, lizkerin.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2023-06-0941 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 76: Interview w/ Daniel KrausIn this episode, Trevor and Sley House's summer podcast assistant Eva Weege interview multi-award winning author Daniel Kraus about his upcoming novel, Whalefall. They ask Daniel about his artistic process, some of the challenges that went into crafting the book, and some of his thoughts on the availability and necessity of awe in art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-06-0244 min

Sley House PresentsTrailer for Dramatic Reading: Edgar Allan Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart"Please enjoy this free preview of Sley House Presents dramatic reading of Edgar Allan Poe's classic story, "The Tell-Tale Heart." If you like what you hear, please visit our Patreon or our Acast Subscription service below and sign up on either service. You can access all dramatic readings and radio dramas via our Acast subscription service for $3.00 a month, or on our lowest Patreon tier, with higher tiers providing exclusive Sley House Publishing merchandise. As always, we thank you for our patronage. Patreon: www.patreon.com/sleyhousepublishingAcast+: https://plus...2023-05-2603 min

Sley House PresentsTrailer for Dramatic Reading: Edith Nesbit's "John Charrington's Wedding"Please enjoy this free preview of Sley House Presents dramatic reading of Edith Nesbit's classic ghost story, "John Charrington's Wedding." If you like what you hear, please visit our Patreon or our Acast Subscription service below and sign up on either service. You can access all dramatic readings and radio dramas via our Acast subscription service for $3.00 a month, or on our lowest Patreon tier, with higher tiers providing exclusive Sley House Publishing merchandise. As always, we thank you for our patronage. Patreon: www.patreon.com/sleyhousepublishingAcast+: https://plus...2023-05-2604 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 75: A Psalm for the Wild-BuiltIn this episode, Kate and Trevor talk about upcoming books, some brief news surrounding AI in art, and discuss Becky Chambers' novella A Psalm for the Wild-Built. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-261h 20

Sley House PresentsEpisode 74: The Cybernetic Tea ShopIn this episode, Katelyn and Trevor catch up on their recent reads and discuss "The Cybernetic Tea Shop," a cozy, queer novella from Meredith Katz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-191h 26

Sley House PresentsEpisode 73: Interview with Bethany ColeIn this episode, Trevor is joined by artist and designer Collin Williamson in a conversation with physical media artist, translator, and academic Bethany Cole about her book The Wanderer: a New Translation for Middle-Earth Readers. You can help support Cole and her artistic endeavors by buying the book exclusively at Barnes and Noble's website using the hyperlink. You can also support her by following her Instagram: @elfshine.cottage.art Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-05-0557 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 72: Interview with William SterlingThis week, Trevor interviews William Sterling, podcasting host of Killer Mediums (available everywhere you get your podcasts) and author of Killer Be Killed and the forthcoming Killer Be Killed: Homewrecker and String Them Up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-281h 02

Sley House PresentsEpisode 71: Heartstopper Vol 2Trevor and Katelyn join together to share news, talk recent reads, and discuss Heartstopper Vol. 2 by Alice Oseman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-141h 07

Sley House PresentsEpisode 70: Interview with RA BusbyThis week, Trevor is joined by Shirley Jackson Award-winning author R.A. Busby in a conversation about her novella Corporate Body, published through Cemetery Gates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-0753 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 69: Interview with KC GrifantIn this episode, Trevor speaks with award-winning author KC Grifant about her latest novel, Melinda West: Monster Gunslinger. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-3148 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 68: Suspiria (2018)Katelyn presents Trevor with a birthday surprise, talks TBR lists and whether or not multiple books read at a time hurts overall retention and TBR completion, and then strikes up a conversation about her favorite horror film of all time: Suspiria (2018). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-241h 37

Sley House PresentsEpisode 67: Interview with Rachel HarrisonThis week, Trevor and Kate sit down with Rachel Harrison, author of Such Sharp Teeth, Black Sheep, Cackle, and The Return to discuss her stories, what she puts into a story, and where you can find her next. Come enjoy this chat with an up and coming author on Sley House Presents: An Interview with Rachel Harrison. www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-211h 00

Sley House PresentsEpisode 66: Heartstoppers Volume OneTrevor and Kate are back this week to discuss their gargantuan first date, new imprint Bramble's coming titles, the books they're looking forward to, and more Sley House news, before diving into the queer, coming of age romance graphic novel HEARTSTOPPERS by Alice Oseman. Sit back and enjoy!www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-03-111h 16

Sley House PresentsEdith Nesbit's "From the Dead"Welcome to another hour of horror and mystery. Welcome to Sley House Presents.This week, we are proud to introduce you to Arthur, a young man in love with a woman who barely sees him, and a jilted lover who would give everything to be with him. Even her life. Sit back and listen to this adaptation of Edith Nesbit's classic ghost story, "From the Dead."Starring:Henry Aggus -- ArthurMary Maxwell -- Ms. Ida Helmont / NurseJeremy Billingsley -- the announcerScript...2023-02-2528 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 65: An Interview with Laurel HightowerThis week, Jeremy returns to join Trevor in their interview with author Laurel Hightower. They talk about her upcoming collection of short stories out in March, the impact of her characters on male and female readers, their shared love of pets, and more. So sit back and enjoy as Laurel shares her insights and they all talk about their shared love of literature and just how impactful it can be. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-171h 20

Sley House PresentsEpisode 64: Eric LaRocca's THINGS HAVE GOTTEN WORSE SINCE WE LAST SPOKEThis week, Trevor and Kate take an in-depth look at Eric LaRocca's novella, Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. Kate reveals the latest in smut news which prompts Trevor to talk about "magic penises," they share new Sley House news including cover reveals, anthology submissions, and our soon to be released radio drama, Edith Nesbit's From the Dead, they go off on a Chinese spy balloon tangent, and end up discussing one of the most unsettling books we've ever covered on the podcast, and that is saying something. Join us this week for another episode of Sley...2023-02-101h 13

Sley House PresentsEpisode 63: A Look at Agustina Bazterrica's TENDER IS THE FLESHThis week, Trevor and Katelyn look at a recent novel by Agustina Bazterrica: horror novel Tender is the Flesh. They discuss what worked for them, what unsettled them, what REALLY unsettled them, and what shocked the hell out of them. They also catch up on the new and noteworthy in the world of literature, including some very topical events. www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-02-031h 19

Sley House PresentsEpisode 62: And Now For Something Different...In this very special episode, Trevor takes a few minutes to introduce you to his new cohost: his partner in life, his best friend, his significant other and, dare we say, his better half, Katelyn! So join them today as they introduce your new cohost, talk about how they want to see Sley House Presents evolve, and get to know Katelyn a bit better before she comes on full time. Enjoy everyone, and welcome to a new era of Sley House Presents!www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram...2023-01-2729 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 61: A Marvel Send OffIn today's very special episode, your host from the beginning -- Jeremy -- is stepping down to focus on his duties as editor-in-chief of Sley House Publishing, but not before he and Trevor dive into the history of Marvel comics. Why were both Hank Pym and Reed Richards such colossal jerks? Why was even Professor X lusting after a teenage Jean Grey? Why did the original Iron Man suit look like a trash can? We don't have the answers to these or other questions, true believers, but we will sure have fun discussing super heroes. So in the immortal...2023-01-251h 35

Sley House PresentsEpisode 60: Sley House Looks Ahead to 2023So many things are in the works at Sley House for 2023, this week the guys take a breather to talk about their upcoming projects, appearances, and plans for the new year. Join Trevor and Jeremy as they discuss everything Sley House has in store for the new year and the soon-to-be-released non-Sley House books they can't wait to get their hands on. www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...2023-01-1355 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 59: 2022 Year in ReviewDespite Jeremy's already tired and very juvenile joke ("Year in Review" not "Urine Review"), the guys take the rest of the episode seriously as they chronicle all they've accomplished in their first full year in existence. Highlighting the episode, they also discuss the books they've read that have made the biggest impressions on them outside of the works they published. Sit back and reflect with them on what made 2022 so special. www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/2023-01-0751 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 58: Craft -- Figurative LanguageIn this final episode on our initial series on craft, Jeremy and Trevor give a thorough overview of the elements of figurative language, and how it can be used in writing. Below you'll find the terms they reference in this episode and the definitions for those terms. While this series hasn't meant to be an exhaustive look at studying the craft of fiction, the hope is that it gives a nice overview of for students and writers and gives a solid vocabulary for those interested in improving or learning more about their craft. Diction...2022-12-1759 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 57: Craft -- SettingIn today's episode, Jeremy and Trevor turn their discussion on craft to another important element: setting. They talk about the importance of setting and provide some key terms in their discussion sure to help any up-and-coming writer or anyone who wishes to have a better understanding of the craft of fiction.Descriptive Pause -- a halt in the narration to provide a description of the setting.Mock-heroic -- giving kingly importance to an otherwise pedestrian object.The Objective Correlative -- coined by TS Eliot; the outside mirrors the inside. With respect to...2022-12-091h 01

Sley House PresentsEpisode 56: Craft -- DialogueThis week, the guys dive back into craft after a wonderful discussion with author Tracy Cross, continuing the discussion on dialogue and its components. They discuss direct or quoted speech, indirect or reported speech, and differentiate between dialogue beats (snippets of action performed by the character as they speak) and dialogue tags (said, yelled, cried, laughed, screamed, etc). They talk about the importance of rhythm and pacing and dialogue's impact on how a chapter progresses, and more. So check out this week's discussion on dialogue and let us know what you think. www.sleyhouse...2022-12-0257 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 55: Tracy Cross and ROOTWORKThis week, Jeremy and Trevor welcome author Tracy Cross on the show. Taking a quick break on their series on craft, the guys welcome Tracy to the studio to talk about her new novel, Rootwork, and about the craft choices she made, including her use of dialect in the interactions between characters, and how this novel, while equal parts horror and Southern gothic, is also a love letter to her family. Join us today as we welcome Tracy to the show. www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishinghttps://www.instagram.com...2022-11-251h 14

Sley House PresentsEpisode 54: Craft -- Character and NarrationContinuing their series on craft, in this episode, Jeremy and Trevor discuss characters and narration. They talk about what makes compelling characters, how characters, conflict, and plot are all interrelated, and how there is more precise terminology to refer to the narrator other than first, second, and third person. Characters have wants and needs, and when those wants and needs don't mesh, we get conflict. Internal conflict is when the wants and needs of a single character oppose each other. External conflict exists when the wants and needs of one character oppose...2022-11-181h 06

Sley House PresentsEpisode 53: Craft--Narrative StructureThis week, the guys look at narrative structure with regards to craft. They talk about several key terms and give some amazing contemporary examples. Tune in now to here this discussion between two educated individuals.KEY TERMS:Mimesis: What should fiction represent? Is it a mirror? A reality or truth?Diegesis: The act of telling the story.Story: the order of the events A-Z as they happen within the universe of the story. As it unfolds, the narrative.Plot: The specific arrangement of events to draw out the...2022-11-1158 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 52: Craft--a Look at Theme and Literary ConventionsJeremy has an MFA in creative writing, is a published author, and a teacher of creative writing at the graduate and undergraduate level. He wears these hats on top of being editor-in-chief of Sley House Publishing and host of Sley House Presents. Trevor has a Master's in Spanish literature and was working on his PhD when Sley House started, and has taught numerous literature courses at the collegiate level. So, both guys figured it's about time to take their knowledge of literature and writing to the airwaves. Hence, this series on craft. Art, Trevor suggests, is...2022-11-0454 min

Sley House PresentsTM Morgan's "Telethon"It's 1982, and middle-aged Tommy Liplet has been the comedian in residence for Pittsburgh's WPXT, channel 20, hosting the local telethon for years. The telethon has been, as far as anyone -- including Tommy -- knows, funding the Hauser House, a local charity for sick children. But that isn't the telethon's main purpose. No, it's main purpose is something much more sinister. Late one evening deep into the airing of the telethon, Tommy, strung out on coke, whose better days have already passed, is called up to his boss's office. Here he'll learn the truth about the Hauser...2022-11-0139 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 51: Looking at the connection between horror and comedyThis week, Trevor and Jeremy, spurred on by an audience question asked at a panel Jeremy had recently been featured on, the guys weigh the question and dig into the differences between horror, comedy, horror comedy, and horror parody. They find, very nearly waxing poetic at times, that the line between horror and comedy is thinner than one might think, and they look at examples in film and literature of these different ideas. Join us this week as Sley House Presents Horror and Comedy. https://www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishing 2022-10-2849 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 50: An Interview with Cina PelayoThis week, Jeremy sits down with author Cina Pelayo to discuss the breadth of her work. They discuss how writing true crime can take an emotional toll, the importance of fairy tales, the various mediums in which she writes (journalism, poetry, novels, short stories), and their shared love and understanding of the unique city that is Chicago. They also give a preview of her upcoming titles. Sit back and enjoy this heartfelt discussion about the power of art and writing with Bram Stoker nominated author, Cynthia "Cina" Pelayo. http://www.cinapelayo.com/https...2022-10-1753 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 49: Universal Horror's 1941 classic -- The WolfmanThis week, Trevor and Jeremy discuss the Universal Horror classic monster film, 1941's The Wolfman, starring Lon Chaney Jr., Claude Rains, Bela Lugosi, Evelyn Ankers, and a poem that everyone in the movie seems to know, but can be found no where else on the internet external of the movie. The boys talk about why they enjoyed this film, how a British father can have a son that sounds like he's from Oklahoma, and just how influential the movie has been on popular culture since its release. So sit back, howl at the moon, grab your favorite chew toy...2022-10-0742 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 48: Interview with Leanna Renee Hieber and Andrea JanesThis week, Trevor welcomes new intern Lillian onto the show as Jeremy is out of town and they welcome the co-authors of the new nonfiction book A Haunted History of Invisible Women: True Stories of America's Ghosts -- Leanna Renee Hieber and Andrea Janes. Both Hieber and Janes have an extensive background in exploring ghosts as history, writing, and studying folklore, and they bring their knowledge this week to the show as the team looks at why ghost stories still impact us to this day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-10-031h 04

Sley House PresentsEpisode 47: Universal Horror's The Invisible ManJeremy and Trevor break down the Invisible Man, the genre-bending direction of James Whale, and the impact of this film on both science-fiction and horror. Tune in to hear them wax (non) poetic on why this Universal Horror film is necessary watching.www.sleyhouse.comhttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-2341 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 46: Universal Horror's The MummyThis episode, Jeremy and Trevor talk about the Mummy, the recurrence of actor Edward Van Sloane, and the issue of British Colonialism in light of a world-changing event involving the British monarchy.www.sleyhouse.comhttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-1640 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 45: Some Book RecommendationsThis week, the guys take a break from the Universal Horror Monsters to bring you some absolutely terrific reads for SPOOKY SEASON. Join us as we take a quick look at the novels that have most impacted us this year.sleyhouse.comhttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardstudios/https://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-09-1229 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 44: Universal Horror's Bride of FrankensteinThis week, Trevor and Jeremy practice rolling their R's -- no wait, that's not the main focus. The main focus is to make fun of the actor who played Lord Byron -- no, not it either. The main focus is to discuss the 1935 classic BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN (but seriously, that hammy performance at the beginning...) James Whale, Carl Laemmle, Boris Karloff, and Collin Clive are all back for this sequel that is arguably as good as, if not better than, the first movie, and Trevor and Jeremy are here to dissect it and discover why it is still an...2022-09-0253 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 43: Universal Horror Monsters FRANKENSTEINContinuing the Summer of Universal Horror, the guys take a look at the 1931 classic FRANKENSTEIN, starring Boris Karloff, Collin Clive, Mae Clark, and Edward Van Sloane. Their discussion delves into Eugenics, Nazi's, and the Great Depression, as they consider the different techniques of filmmaking and factors surrounding the creation of the film that has made it a classic and beloved feature to this day. So sit back, strap on your thirty pound boots, and get ready for another entry into the Summer of Universal Horror. www.sleyhouse.compatreon.com/sleyhousepublishing...2022-08-251h 16

Sley House PresentsEpisode 42: Interview with Brian McAuleyAuthor Brian McAuley has been writing screenplays for years, and his first novel, Curse of the Reaper, is about to be released. An avid horror fan, Brian talks to us about the power of franchise and legacy in horror, his experiences in Hollywood, the differences in craft in writing for screen and writing for the page, and more. So join us this week and check out this up-and-comer's novel when it releases this October, available for preorder now. Produced by Wayne Howard Studios.sleyhouse.comhttps://www.instagram.com/waynehowardmedia/2022-08-121h 02

Sley House PresentsEpisode 41: Star Wars Update 1996We are in the midst of the SUMMER OF UNIVERSAL HORROR! But to take a quick break, this week we catch up with Trevor as he's finished this round of Star Wars Readings and is eager to update you all. On a mission only he could take on, Trevor gives us the lowdown on Star Wars novels from the year 1995, in our next STAR WARS UPDATE!!!!So sit back, relax, and listen to what Han, Leia, Luke, and Lando were up to back in the mid '90's just prior to the re-releases of the original...2022-07-311h 24

Sley House PresentsEpisode 40: Universal Studios Horror Classic--DRACULAJust when you thought you were done hearing about the vampire, this week Jeremy and Curtis kick off the Summer of Universal Horror by discussing the 1931 classic DRACULA, starring Bela Lugosi. The guys dig into the production of the film, Lugosi's time perfecting the role on Broadway, and how he was nearly not picked to star in the film version. So sit back, put on your string of garlic and roses and hold on to your rosary, as we continue the ongoing saga of Dracula and kick off the SUMMER OF UNIVERSAL HORROR.Visit our Patreon...2022-07-2529 min

Sley House PresentsKC Grifant's "U-Train"In Sley House's first ever scripted drama, we are proud to present to you KC Grifant's short story, "U-Train." Sley House is proud to bring you this story to read in this Halloween's Tales of Sley House 2022. For now, you get to hear the terror.Four strangers find themselves on a New York subway platform, waiting on a train that shouldn't exist. But as they try to find out why they're there and how they might escape, they realize that when the train arrives, a fate worse than death might be waiting for them.2022-07-1535 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 39: Marina Lostetter Roundtable -- "Open House on Haunted Hill" by John Wiswell.This week, we welcome our guests for one more short episode discussing recent Nebula Award winner for short fiction, "Open House on Haunted Hill" by John Wiswell. Listen along as we discuss how this story differs from other haunted house stories, how it turns the tropes of the genre on its head, and creates a memorable and endearing character reaching out to others just as lonely as it is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-1225 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 38: An Interview with Author Marina LostetterIn this episode, the guys interview author Marina Lostetter, and talk about representation, the importance of research and portraying characters accurately and with empathy, and what inspired her to become a writer. Come listen and find out what she's been up to in this installment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-07-011h 00

Sley House PresentsEpisode 37: A Celebration of Pride MonthThis 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...2022-06-2446 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 36: Prelude to the SUMMER OF UNIVERSAL MONSTERSThis week, Jeremy and Curtis discuss two silent movies that served as precursors to the phenomenon that was the Universal Monster shared universe. Long before Frankenstein met the Wolfman and Abbott and Costello were terrified by Dracula, Count Orlock's chilling features haunted America's dreams, and Lon Chaney proved he was the man of a thousand faces when he transformed in the Phantom. Listen today as the guys talk about FW Murnau's chilling rip off on Bram Stoker's DRACULA -- NOSFERATU -- and how it survived complete destruction after the courts ruled in favor of Stoker's widow, and then the problem...2022-06-1740 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 35: 2022 Spring Movie ReviewThis week, the guys dissect the movies that came to theaters this past spring. From movies like The Batman to Everything Everywhere All At Once (which Jeremy abbreviated to EEAAO and prompted dying cat sounds) to X to Umma and more, listen as they discuss the movies you saw, you wanted to see, and you should have seen, and you are glad you saved your money by not seeing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-101h 07

Sley House PresentsEpisode 34: An Introduction to the Victorian Ghost StoryThis week, the guys are joined by guest host Michael Kellermeyer, editor and owner of Old Style Tales Press. In this episode, they want to introduce readers to Victorian ghost stories by focusing on two particular stories: "The Mystery of the Semi-Detached," by Edith Nesbit and "Lost Hearts" by MR James. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-06-051h 16

Sley House PresentsEpisode 33: Our Adventure to StokerCon 2022This week, the guys rehash their recent road trip through Kansas on their way to Denver, Colorado for 2022's StokerCon. They talk about books they bought and authors they met and how the first StokerCon that Sley House has attended faired for them. (Spoiler Alert: It went well.) Oh, and next year, the guys have decided to fly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-2846 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 32: Interview with Old Style Tales Press Owner and Editor Michael KellermeyerThis week, the guys sit down with editor, writer, and owner of Old Style Tales Press Michael Kellermeyer. If you haven't checked out Old Style Tales, you should. Kellermeyer publishes editions of classic horror that are insightful and beautiful to look at. Providing academic and scholarly notes and beautiful illustrations that set his collections apart from all other anthologies, Kellermeyer talks with us about his passion and what goes into creating, contextualizing, and publishing these works. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-231h 00

Sley House PresentsEpisode 31: SA Barnes InterviewJust in time for StokerCon 2022, we interview SA Barnes about her new novel, Dead Silence. We talk about the importance of literacy, and how to engage and draw young people to reading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-1353 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 30: Dialogue Code-switching and the Maltese FalconThere are few things that are truly American. Blues, Jazz, McCarthyism, and the hard-boiled detective novel define 20th Century America, all born and evolving out of the Great Depression and the South and exploding globally. One of the defining figures of literature at that time, Dashiell Hammett, gave us the paragon of detective fiction and serves as an iconic figure of this era. Today, the guys examine the themes Dash Hammett tackles and the craft he manipulates so effortlessly through arguably his most recognizable novel: The Maltese Falcon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-05-0754 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 29: Fairies, Mummies, and Ghosts: The Weird Fiction of Sir Arthur Conan DoyleIn this week's episode, the guys take on Doyle's weird fiction. Best known as the author of Sherlock Holmes, Doyle frequently dabbled in the supernatural and the occult, and this week our hosts look at three of his best known stories: "The Captain of the Pole-Star," "Horror of the Heights," and "Lot 249." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-3046 min

Sley House PresentsEp 28: A Look at Ray BradburyThis week, the guys are joined by KM West as they discuss Ray Bradbury. A science fiction and horror author, Bradbury was an influential author in the 20th Century who wrote prolifically. The group focuses in on "The Veldt" from The Illustrated Man as an exemplary piece of Bradbury's fiction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-2354 min

Sley House PresentsEp 27: Interview with K.M. WestIn this episode, Jeremy, Trevor, and Curtis meet with artist and author K.M. West to discuss her latest novel, Wild Things Will Roam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-151h 10

Sley House PresentsEp 26: Interview with Alma KatsuThis week, the guys have the pleasure of sitting down with best-selling and award-winning novelist Alma Katsu, author of The Hunger, The Deep, Red Widow, and the soon to be released The Fervor. They talk craft of writing, her time spent in Intelligence, historical horror, and more in this fun and illuminating interview with one of the best writers working in the profession today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-04-0851 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 25 Winter 2021/2022 Movie ReviewIn 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.2022-04-031h 40

Sley House PresentsEpisode 24: Interview with Rich HandleyThis week, Trevor, Jeremy, and Curtis interview comics historian, writer and editor Rich Handley. Handley is the editor of Eaglemoss's Star Trek Graphic Novel Collection, columnist for Hero Collector, and managing editor of RFID Journal. He has written, edited, or contributed to numerous books for various comics, covering all manner of science fiction franchises, including but not limited to Star Trek, Star Wars, and Planet of the Apes. He's on Twitter and you can find more about him at richhandley.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-251h 01

Sley House PresentsSeason Two Premier: Episode 23 -- 20th Century’s Goya For Ghouls: Charles Addams and the Addams FamilyThey're creepy and they're spooky, and they and their creator are the subject of our season two premier. Come learn about the man who created the creepiest family in American pop culture: The Addams Family, as Jeremy, Trevor, and Curtis explore the origins and evolution of Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley and the rest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-03-1854 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode 22: Vampire Wrap Up -- Part Five of our Stoker Dracula SeriesIn the first season finale of Sley House Publishing Presents Lit Bits, the guys bring it all home in their discussion of the lasting legacy of Stoker's most famous work. They discuss themes and craft, Stoker's influence on horror, literature, and pop culture, and who has the longer name: this podcast or Coppola's 1992 adaption starring Gary Oldman, Anthony Hopkins, and Keanu Reeves and his on-again-off-again British accent. They also throw in a little King, Anne Rice, and Richard Matheson for good measure. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-02-121h 27

Sley House PresentsEpisode 21: You’re Going to Stick that Where?! The Life and Times of Vlad DraculaTrigger Warning: This episode contains graphic depictions of people being put to death in gruesome ways. If this kind of thing bothers you, please do not listen. This week, the boys dive into the life and times of Vlad Dracula. Aka Vlad the Impaler; Vlad III, Vlad Tepes, and Vlad the Butch. Known as a Christian crusader against the encroaching Ottoman empire, this historical figure used guerrilla warfare and gruesome practices to strike fear in his enemies. Though his reign was short, his reputation stretched across Europe and across the centuries to influence Bram Stoker as he c...2022-01-281h 34

Sley House PresentsEpisode 20: The Lyceum, Death Masks, Strokes, and Syphilis -- The Life of Bram Stoker Part TwoThis week, the boys finish up the life of Bram Stoker, from the publication of his novel Dracula to the sale of the Lyceum, the deaths of some important figures in the author's life, and the author's own demise and his lasting legacy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-2428 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Nineteen: The Petty Clerk on the Flying Trapeze: Part One of the Life of Bram StokerThis week, the boys continue their deep dive into vampires and the novel, Dracula, by starting their examination of Bram Stoker's life. Here they cover the life of the author from birth through his early days in the theater, his time as a critic and budding writer, his time as an athlete at Trinity College and his first job working in the Petty Clerk's office. Along the way, they'll examine the early experiences and ideas that would help him later create the most famous novel. So settle in for part one of the life of Bram Stoker. Hosted on...2022-01-151h 18

Sley House PresentsEpisode 18: Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Part One. Vampires Everywhere!In Part One of our multi-episode season finale, the boys, in beginning their discussion on one of the most influential horror authors, take a look at how vampirism has spread throughout the cultures, from ancient civilizations to modern day, and look at jolly old Victorian England to paint a picture of the time in which Stoker lived. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2022-01-071h 12

Sley House PresentsEpisode Seventeen: 2021 Year in ReviewTo celebrate the end of 2021 and the beginning of 2022, the guys take a moment to reflect on their first year as a publisher and a podcast, talk about what they've learned and what goals they still hope to meet, and discuss how publishing differs from the craft of writing. In particular, they discuss finding that balance of being a profitable business and still paying authors what they're worth. Check out this heart-warming, enlightened (and still humorous) episode from Jeremy, Trevor, and Curtis as you celebrate the new year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-3157 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Sixteen: It’s a Sley House Christmas 2021This week, the boy's celebrate the season by taking a look at Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol and talk about what Christmas means to them. Join Jeremy, Trevor, and Curtis as they wax nostalgic for Christmases long past, discuss their favorite traditions, and try to bring timely relevance for this ghost story into today's world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-2441 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Fifteen: Interview with K.A. HoughK. A. Hough is an editor and author. This week, Jeremy, Trevor, and Curtis talk with her about her science fiction novel, Ground Control, published by Lights Out Ink and available now, her editing services, what got her into writing, and her experience so far as a member of Team Sley House. Join as we differentiate between grounded sci-fi and pew pew sci fi, talk reviews and how much of an author's self and life go into their work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-231h 05

Sley House PresentsEpisode Fourteen: Fall 2021 Movie ReviewThis week, the guys discuss the best and worst movies they've seen the last few months. Continuing the tradition of delivering bad puns, they break down which movies were hits, which didn't work for them, and which were barely even worth talking about. This episode, they look at Last Night in Soho, Eternals, Antlers, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and more, breaking down what cinema has had to offer these last few months. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-121h 25

Sley House PresentsEpisode Thirteen: Star Wars Update: 1995!Have you ever wondered what Lando Calrissian was up to after before Cloud City? Have you ever pondered what it would be like to go skiing on a distant ice planet? Did you ever wonder if Luke Skywalker really had a thing for his sister? In this week's episode, Jeremy and new co-host Curtis join Trevor for a breakdown of the 19 Star Wars novels published between 1976 and 1994. It's a space adventure on the final frontier! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-12-031h 33

Sley House PresentsHappy Thankskilling! 2021In this season of giving thanks, you should be thankful that we here at Sley House watched the modern classics, Thankskilling and Thankskilling 3 so you don't have to. No, that's not a misprint, these are the two Thankskilling movies, because Thankskilling 3 is all about the evil and foul-mouthed Turkie setting out to find the last remaining copy of Thankskilling 2. So sit back and relax and listen to the guys tell you exactly what they thought of this series. Happy Thanksgiving! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-2538 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Eleven: What Happens When a Popular and Influential Author Just Doesn‘t Do It For You?It's happened to everyone. You hear all the hype about a book and you decide to pick it up and try it for yourself. Or you have heard for a while how influential an author is and decide to give them a try. And then it happens. You aren't drawn in by whatever novel you picked. You try another title by them and find the same problem. You just can't get into them. Today, Jeremy and Trevor are going to talk about why this happens. They look specifically at Richard Matheson's Hell House and Michael McDowell's Cold Moo...2021-11-1942 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Ten: I‘ll Stick with a Rubik‘s Cube, Thank You: A Look at Clive Barker‘s Hellbound HeartIt's the Hellraiser episode, y'all! This week, the boys talk about Clive Barker's The Hellbound Heart and the movie franchise that spun off from the novel: Hellraiser. If you're hoping for an in-depth look at the movie franchise, however, you'll be out of luck, as they could barely make it through the second movie. But they discuss the first one, compare it to the novel, and even discuss the upcoming remake. So settle in, push play and get ready as we prepare to "...Tear Your Soul Apart!" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-1243 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Nine: Halloween Kills Movie ReviewJohn Carpenter's HALLOWEEN has been a staple horror film for decades, and with the release of HALLOWEEN KILLS this season, the boys are given an opportunity to review the franchise as a whole and this installment in particular. Join Trevor and Jeremy as they talk alternate timelines, Rob Zombie's redneck take, and all things Michael Myers (and even SEASON OF THE WITCH) in the latest episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-11-0528 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Eight: Halloween 2021It's Halloween time! The most wonderful time of the year. In today's very special and very long episode, the guys talk about horror anthologies. From comics and books to television and movies, horror anthologies have been with us for years. They also read some fan mail and discuss the origins of Halloween and the story of the Jack O' Lantern. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-2956 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Seven: Horacio Quiroga‘s Short Story ”The Feather Pillow”Few writers have been more influential than Horacio Quiroga. Responsible for bringing Edgar Allan Poe to South America and laying the foundations that would become magical realism, a writer who directly influenced some of the biggest names in middle 20th Century Spanish literature; this week the boys look at Quiroga's life, his influences, and his short horror story, "The Feather Pillow." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-2233 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Six: A Look (Heh heh) at Edith Wharton‘s ”The Eyes”This week, our hosts try to "keep up with the Joneses" as they take a quick look at a classic short story by a well-respected literary author. While known as a literary figure who showcased the aristocracy in her fiction, Wharton wrote some powerful and effective ghost stories, influenced by, in part, her husband's serial infidelity. In this episode, the guys look at one of her more famous ghost stories with respect to these themes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-0819 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Five: A Look at How Genre and the Literary Can Work TogetherStephen Graham Jones is a prolific author (and, as the boys learn, NOT the editor for the Best New Horror) whose work has garnered awards and praise from literary and genre-centric sources alike. Today, Jeremy and Trevor sit down to discuss the author's phenomenal work, The Only Good Indians, and Trevor learns the difference between deer and elk, while Jeremy discovers negative viewership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-10-0127 min

Sley House PresentsSummer 2021 Movie ReviewIn this first ever extra long episode, the guys discuss recent movie releases, including the good, the bad, and the ugly (movie quality, that is, not the old Clint Eastwood classic western). They talk about what works, what doesn't, and try out some new theme song ideas for an iconic horror villain. All the while waxing poetic on the double entendre that is the phrase, "Happy ending." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-09-241h 10

Sley House PresentsEverybody Wants to Get Stoned when Talking About Shirley Jackson‘s Famous Short StoryIn this week's episode, the boy's take a run at Shirley Jackson's famous short story, "The Lottery," try out some piss-poor accents, and try their hand at some more bad puns. Shirley Jackson, best known for The Haunting of Hill House, had quite the reaction when she published "The Lottery" in the New Yorker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-2239 min

Sley House PresentsEpisode Two: Joe Hill's 20TH CENTURY GHOSTSThis week, the boys go off script (thankfully) as they talk about Joe Hill's short story collection and make some obvious comparisons to his more famous father. While Hill is known for his comic strip LOCKE & KEY, and novels like HORNS and N0S4ATU, this short story collection shows why he's one of the true up-and-comers in the horror game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-08-1233 min

Sley House PresentsLitBits00: Review of M. Night Shyamalan's OLDIn 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.2021-08-1127 min