My buddy Mazzy Zero hosts some of my shorts, including ALL AROUND THE PEONIES, about a small town with one simple rule.

You know where that's headed.

I hope you enjoy listening!

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King talks about the frightening thing that happened to a group of 1950s kids watching a movie.

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What is your one potent idea? Let's see what Stephen King and "Invasion of the Body Snatchers" has to say...

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Horror as allegory, and the joy of movies like PROPHECY and KINGDOM OF THE SPIDERS.

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KINGDOM OF THE SPIDERS

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You have permission to write pulp fiction, and King still tells stories when writing nonfiction.

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The value of social media; the usefulness of formal writing education; and a well-crafted sentence that I need to takes to get right.

Should you be friends with your editor? Did Stephen King ever worry about money? What are the speedbumps you need to be ready for as an author? All that and more.

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Welcome to the second episode of Retro Reads, where we explore the terrifying world of horror literature, starting with Stephen King's "Danse Macabre." Join me as I share personal anecdotes and insights on how this seminal work shaped my understanding of the horror genre, both as a reader and a writer. Whether you're a horror fan, an aspiring writer, or simply curious about King's unique take on horror, this episode is packed with valuable insights. RESOURCES These are affiliate links. I only recommend and endorse material I have personally read or viewed. DANSE MACABRE https://amzn.to/471zj5a NIGHT SHIFT https://amzn.to/3WUveuW And here is one of my own horror novels, a Bram Stoker Award Finalist: HELLWORLD https://amzn.to/3T4iAsb 💀 Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Retro Reads! 📚