In anticipation of the 2026 Spooky Short Story contest, fellow horror enthusiasts John and Jerry join Amanda for a chat about all things short and spooky. They talk about some of their favorite short horror stories and authors, discuss what makes good short horror, and share some advice with aspiring Spooky Short Story Contest participants.

Mentioned in this episode:

• 2026 Spooky Short Story Contest - The Spooky Short Story Contest is back and this year adults can participate, too! Complete rules and entry forms for the children/teen and adult contests can be found at the link above.
• Meet the Director - The Clark County Public Library welcomes new Director, Dr. Karlos L. Marshall! Come meet Dr. Marshall at our Meet the Director events taking place in October and November.
• Manhattan Short Film Festival - The Manhattan Short Film Festival returns to a library near you! Each CCPL location will be hosting a viewing this year, so join us to watch great short films from around the world and vote for your favorites!
• All CCPL Events - Learn about the events and activities mentioned in this episode and all of the other fun you can find at the Clark County Public Library!

The Information Place is a podcast of the Clark County Public Library in Springfield, Ohio. For more information about the library, visit our website at ccplohio.org.