Episodes

  • An Interview with Reed Alton from Osyron
    Aug 4 2023

    Join Julie Hiner as she talks to the amazing lead singer of Osyron, Reed Alton.


    In this episode we go deep into:

    * The beginnings of Osyron

    * The evolution of Osyron as band members joined

    * Momentus released last November

    * Album release strategy

    * 70000 tonnes of metal cruise

    * Upcoming North American Tour with a European stop

    * Epic collaboration with other talented musicians

    * How to put out 100% across multiple projects


    Find out more about Osyron

    https://www.osyron.com/

    IG: @osyronband


    Find out more about Daniel Willcocks

    https://www.danielwillcocks.com/

    IG: @willcockswriter

    Twitter: @willcockswriter


    Find out more about Julie Hiner

    https://www.killersanddemons.com

    IG: @killersanddemons

    Twitter: @killersdemons


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    36 mins
  • An Interview with Jonathon Janz
    Jul 30 2023

    Jonathan Janz is the author of over a dozen novels and numerous short stories. His work has been championed by authors like Josh Malerman, Caroline Kepnes, Joe R. Lansdale, Stephen Graham Jones, Brian Keene, and Jack Ketchum.


    In this episode we go deep into:

    What the hell is Jonathan Janz-uary?

    How to know when it’s worth pushing on with your writing

    Current trends in horror

    What makes a great horror book

    What’s missing from horror

    How to fit writing into a packed schedule

    Knowing your priorities


    Get more from Writers of Horror!

    https://writersofhorror.org/


    Find out more about Jonathan Janz

    https://jonathanjanz.com/

    https://twitter.com/JonathanJanz

    https://www.facebook.com/jonathan.janz.3?epa=SEARCH_BOX

    https://www.instagram.com/jonathan.janz/

    https://www.tiktok.com/@jonathan.janz?lang=en

    Jonathan Janz on Activated Authors https://pod.link/1473869415/episode/8138d2b533bf4903dc74638eace5f1d4


    Find out more about Daniel Willcocks

    https://www.danielwillcocks.com/

    IG: @willcockswriter

    Twitter: @willcockswriter


    Find out more about Julie Hiner

    https://www.killersanddemons.com/

    IG: @killersanddemons

    Twitter: @killersdemons


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    56 mins
  • An Interview with Josh Malerman
    Jun 30 2023

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    Join Daniel Willcocks as he talks to the incomparable Josh Malerman.


    In this episode we go deep into:

    • What Josh means by "Writing Shape
    • Creativity
    • Being open to new opportunities
    • Exploring your creativity
    • How Josh views horror


    Get more from Writers of Horror!

    https://writersofhorror.org/


    Find out more about Josh

    https://joshmalerman.com/

    IG: @joshmalerman

    Twitter: @joshmalerman

    FB: @JoshMalerman


    Find out more about Daniel Willcocks

    https://www.danielwillcocks.com/

    IG: @willcockswriter

    Twitter: @willcockswriter


    Find out more about Julie Hiner

    https://www.killersanddemons.com

    IG: @killersanddemons

    Twitter: @killersdemons


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    41 mins
  • An Interview with Konn Lavery
    May 26 2023

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    Join Julie Hiner as she talks to the multi-talented Konn Lavery.


    In this episode we go deep into:

    * Memories of first writing at a young age

    * Inspiration - writing, graphic design, music

    * Crossing genres - dark fantasy, horror, crime

    * The Horror Collection - The Lost Edition by KJK Publishing

    * Crystal Moth Conspiracy: Ash Born Book One - coming in June

    * Seed Me transformed into Cultivate - evolving previous work

    * READING PACK - currently available on Konn's website

    * A sweet ready buddy - Spank


    Get more from Writers of Horror!

    https://writersofhorror.org/


    Find out more about Konn Lavery

    https://konnlavery.com/

    IG: @konnlavery

    Twitter: @konnl


    Find out more about Daniel Willcocks

    https://www.danielwillcocks.com/

    IG: @willcockswriter

    Twitter: @willcockswriter


    Find out more about Julie Hiner

    https://www.killersanddemons.com

    IG: @killersanddemons

    Twitter: @killersdemons


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    26 mins
  • An Interview with The Seventh Terrace
    Apr 28 2023

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    Join Julie Hiner as she talks to the dynamic duo - Sarah L. Pratt and Robert Bose - from the 7th Terrace.


    In this episode we go deep into:


    [3:06] The birth of a small press of weird horror - springing from the ashes with a crazy idea


    [5:59] - Horror is an experience


    [6:28] - End of the Loop - a dark crime book, one of the first for 7th Terrace


    [6:45] - A series of anthologies like no other - Seven levels of purgatory and deadly sins


    [6:45] - Newest release: Penitent’s Gold - Terrace V


    [10:34] - Gluttony - Terrace VI - Wrapping a concept around a book


    [13:52] - Lupercalia Party - An ancient Roman fertility festival themed book launch


    [15:35] - Hell Hath No Sorrow Like a Woman Haunted (R J Joseph)- A current Bram Stoker nominee


    - Finding great authors through open calls, and knowing when you have a gem


    [17:06] - Custom designing covers for unique collections


    [19:00] - The Unfortunate Elements of My Anatomy - Hailey Piper


    - Working with a local art - cover design - Janice Blaine

    - Stories of extreme emotion - the talent of Hailey Piper


    [22:43] - 7th Terrace upcoming releases


    - Ryan States - Summer release for a repeat author (Sleeping Underwater)

    - 30 to 50 Feral Hogs - Dayna Ingram



    Get more from Writers of Horror!

    https://writersofhorror.org/


    Find out more about The Seventh Terrace

    https://the-seventh-terrace.com/

    IG: @the7thterrace

    Twitter: @The7thTerrace


    Find out more about Daniel Willcocks

    https://www.danielwillcocks.com/

    IG: @willcockswriter

    Twitter: @willcockswriter


    Find out more about Julie Hiner

    https://www.killersanddemons.com

    IG: @killersanddemons

    Twitter: @killersdemons


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    26 mins
  • An Interview with Eric Larocca
    Mar 31 2023

    Jump into our Discord channel at https://writersofhorror.org


    Join Daniel Willcocks with the insanely talented Eric Larocca.


    Eric LaRocca (he/they) is the Bram Stoker Award®-nominated and Splatterpunk Award-winning author of several works of horror and dark fiction, including the viral sensation, Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke. A lover of luxury fashion and an admirer of European musical theatre, Eric can often be found roaming the streets of his home city, Boston, MA, for inspiration.


    In this episode we go deep into:


    Monsters - favorites to watch and read, favorites to write about

    [4:30] - Human monsters (e.g. true crime, serial killers) - the worst kind of horror

    [6:10] - Writing Journey - the theatre, short fiction, small presses

    [7:06] - Debut Novel that went viral! Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke

    [7:30] - NEW release (short stories re-released)

    [8:45] - How to cultivate a viral sensation - there isn’t a simple answer! The perfect storm

    [11:30] - Novella - I’ve Lost a lot of Blood - a good follow up to the viral book

    [12:40] - What happens when there are MANY opinions about a book, controversy and the right motivation for it. Heart behind writing.

    [15:00] - The feeling of appreciation for a well received book, how to handle the amount of feedback, and the follow up book…

    [19:40] - The evolution of the creative process

    [22:20] - The writing community - finding your community and relying on them

    [26:00] - Titles - Let’s talk titles! Gory murder mystery influence from the 70s/80s

    [29:00] - Influences - what speaks to you

    [34:18] - Upcoming books - Writing from the heart

    [37:00] - The importance of being authentic (your readers will know) - Being true to yourself

    [39:30] - What makes good horror

    [42:00] - Realism in characters

    [43:00] - The importance of having eyes on your work (before printing)

    [43:24] - Underrated authors that people should know more about

    [45:33] - The last show you could ever watch - fun question!

    [47:28] - Where to find Eric

    [48:03] - The meaning behind Hysteric Teeth


    Get more from Writers of Horror!

    https://writersofhorror.org/


    Find out more about Eric Larocca

    https://ericlarocca.com/

    IG: @hystericteeth

    Twitter: @hystericteeth


    Find out more about Daniel Willcocks

    https://www.danielwillcocks.com/

    IG: @willcockswriter

    Twitter: @willcockswriter


    Find out more about Julie Hiner

    https://www.killersanddemons.com

    IG: @killersanddemons

    Twitter: @killersdemons


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    49 mins
  • An Interview with Chad Lutzke
    Feb 24 2023

    Jump into our Discord channel at https://writersofhorror.org


    Join Julie Hiner for an interview with the *very* accomplished mind of Chad Lutzke.


    In this episode we go into:


    [2:11] The writing journey and indie movie inspiration


    [4:43] Praise from mom


    [5:58] Static Age (Chad’s independent press) and the benefits of self-publishing


    [8:29] Dipping your toes in multiple genres


    [11:00] The creative process as a guide


    [12:25] NEW Book - Three Smile Mile


    [13:23] A compelling character with a sweet name - Cake


    [15:01] A visual inspiration for the entire story - how a cover project took a turn into a novella


    [19:55] Endings - Impact, Realism, and Authenticity


    Get more from Writers of Horror!

    https://writersofhorror.org/


    Find out more about Chad Lutzke

    http://www.chadlutzke.com

    IG: @chat_lutzke

    Twitter: @ChadLutzke


    **Find out more about Daniel Willcocks**

    https://www.danielwillcocks.com/

    IG: @willcockswriter

    Twitter: @willcockswriter


    **Find out more about Julie Hiner**

    https://www.killersanddemons.com

    IG: @killersanddemons

    Twitter: @killersdemons


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    26 mins
  • Welcome to the Podcast (Episode #001)
    Jan 25 2023

    Join our Discord! https://writersofhorror.org


    Join Daniel Willcocks and Julie Hiner as they fill you in on all the great things you can expect from the Writers of Horror podcast.


    If you're here:

    - for interviews with working horror authors

    - to learn how to write better horror

    - to get an insight into some of the best minds in the industry...

    ...you're in the right place.


    Find out more at https://writersofhorror.org


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    19 mins