Ladies of the Fright Lisa Quigley & Mackenzie Kiera
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For writers and readers who like it dark. We talk about our horror and other dark-themed books. In-depth literary analysis of dark fiction. Conversations with authors, editors, and other industry professionals. Hosted by Lisa Quigley and Mackenzie Kiera. We have interviewed Paul Tremblay, Ellen Datlow, Josh Malerman, Grady Hendrix, and more. New episode every other Monday. Subscribe, listen, and leave us a review.
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The Interlude | Episode 1
Welcome to Season Two of Ladies of the Fright!
The podcast wants to evolve as we have. We aren't exactly sure what comes next but we wanted to start putting out conversations again. The Interlude episodes are our return to the podcast and with this first Interlude episode, we share where we've been, what has shifted, and what to expect moving forward.
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Rootwork with Tracy Cross
What a fantastic time! We absolutely loved this conversation with Tracy Cross, all about her exciting new debut book Rootwork from Dark Hart Books (helped by Sadie Hartmann aka Mother Horror!)
We learned all about Tracy's experience as a writer, why this book means so much to her, and a preview of the Conjure series.
Find Tracy
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LOTF 80: Summer Scares 2022 with Konrad Stump
We had a great time chatting with Konrad Stump about Summer Scares 2022.
In our conversation we discuss all the books from this season, why they are special—and what goes into choosing them—as well as why diversity in horror is so important.
Check out past Summer Scares episodes below!
LOTF 32
LOTF 34
LOTF 36
LOTF 46
LOTF 56
LOTF 57
LOTF 58
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LOTF 79: T'he Night House' feat. Bob Pastorella
We want to remind you that we have a Patreon! One really amazing thing the Patreon does is allow us to pay authors for original fiction published on our website! We're going to lots more of that and your support means everything to us.
Listen. We're often behind on our Patreon updates BUT--we've got 3+ years of content up there for you to enjoy (LOTS of it exclusive!)
We offer cool rewards at every tier, including early, ad-free episodes; bonus written, audio, and video content from special guest authors (like a special video from author Gwendolyn Kiste!); and the Patrons-Only podcast LOTF After Dark. Head on over to patreon.com/ladiesofthefright for all the gory details!
Show Notes
This episode was recorded at the end of 2021 as is our annual tradition, but these times have gotten to us and we are very behind at updating the feed. Regardled, we are delighted to welcome Bob Pastorella back to the show to discuss The Night House! This December movie chat is officially an annual LOTF podcast tradition (ahem yes we know it's June.)
Listen. Bob Pastorella is a genius. Seriously. He is so smart. Our discussion of this film wouldn’t be nearly as intelligent without his insightful perception—and his thorough understanding of the genre. We had such a great time talking to Bob about this film to wrap up our 2021 lineup (which you now get to enjoy in mid-2022, lmao.)
Find Bob: Website | Twitter
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LOTF 78: Horror Girls Night Out with Jessica Guess & Hailey Piper
Okay, so it wasn’t really a “girls night out”—but it really did feel like one! In truth, Hailey Piper and Jessica Guess joined Mackenzie Kiera and me on Zoom (I was in my pajamas—I can’t speak for the other ladies!) but this is one of the most fun conversations we’ve ever had on the show. It was a great time, filled with lots of laughs—and some deep reflections.
We talked about some of our favorite reads from 2021—and we also wet pretty deep on the connections between the romance and horror genres. It’s a fantastic conversation that got me really thinking for long after, and I think you’ll really enjoy it.
We last spoke to Hailey Piper in episode 54, and Jessica Guess in episode 60. If you want more of their personal and individual stories, feel free to check those conversations out!
Also, thank you so much for your patience in waiting for new episodes. It’s been a really rough year for me so far, with several illnesses (including cover) and physical set backs. We had to take an unintended hiatus but please know: we are planning a ton more exciting content for our 2022 season!
Books Mentioned
Red X
Root Magic by Eden Royce
Sometimes We’re Cruel
The Loving Dead by Amelia Beamer
The Writhing Skies by Betty Rocksteady
Someone to Share my Nightmares With Sonora Taylor
Night Bitch Rachel Yoder
We Are Wolves anthology
Black Sun by Rebecca Roanhorse
Spoiler Alert (book)
The Forest by Lisa Quigley
Immortals After Dark series - Kiss of the Demon King
When Things Get Dark - Edited by Ellen Datlow
Movies Mentioned
Evil Dead Remake
Lake Mungo
Susperia Remake
Malignant
Candyman (remake)
I Know What You Did Last Summer show -
LOTF 77: When Things Get Dark with Ellen Datlow
We want to remind you that we have a Patreon! We offer cool rewards at every tier, including early, ad-free episodes; bonus written, audio, and video content from special guest authors; and the Patrons-Only podcast LOTF After Dark. Head on over to patreon.com/ladiesofthefright for all the gory details!
Show Notes
As ever, it is a pleasure to host Ellen Datlow on our show. This time, she’s back to discuss two brand new anthologies: When Things Get Dark: Stories Inspired by Shirley Jackson and Body Shocks: Extreme Tales of Body Horror. In what is, at this point, our annual catch-up call with Ellen, we talk about a lot more than that. She shares a bit about current NYC life amidst a pandemic, the horror movie that scarred her for life, and so much more.
Other Ellen Datlow Favorites
Edited By
The Devil and the Deep
Echoes: The Saga Anthology of Ghost Stories
Final Cuts: New Tales of Hollywood Horror and Other Spectacles
Find Ellen: Website | Twitter