The Horror Show With Brian Keene

Horror novelist Ralph Bieber talks about why he walked away from a career as a best-selling writer...and what made him come back. Plus, good news for Dread Central and author Erik Williams, a review of KONG: SKULL ISLAND, and an examination of Wattpad and whether or not it's a good source for writers.

Brian and Dave answer listener questions. Then, Chuck Buda discusses transitioning from a corporate career to a career as a full-time writer, the influence of Edward Lee and westerns on his fiction, co-hosting The Mando Method, and much more. Plus the Ghost Town Writer's Retreat, Nate Southard's Patreon, Mary guest-stars on Three Guys With Beards, and Coop: Building Inspector.

Richard Chizmar sits down with Brian and Dave to spill all the behind-the-scenes details on returning to Castle Rock for his new collaboration with Stephen King, GWENDY'S BUTTON BOX, as well as discuss how their friendship and professional relationship has grown over the years. Plus Bill Paxton in remembrance, GET OUT rules the American box office, RESIDENT EVIL'S final chapter rules the Chinese box office, new books from Bryan Smith and Wayne Allen Sallee, Mark Morris's new anthology series, and the secret to Sarah Pinborough's success.

Kelly Laymon sits down with Brian, Dave, and Dungeonmaster 77.1 to discuss her father's legacy, the future of his books, Uncle Dean Koontz, and more. Plus, Mary and Phoebe hatch plans to expand the Project Entertainment network. Also, Warren Frost in remembrance, the leaked FRIDAY THE 13TH script, Bryan Smith's 68 KILL heads for SXSW, a rare Arkham House collection heads for auction, and Chuck Wendig commits the unthinkable.

Best-selling author Ronald Malfi sits down with Brian and Dave for an in-depth, career-spanning discussion of his origins, his work, the literature of genre, changing publishers, his new rock band, and much more. He also plays a short acoustic set. Also in this episode, a remembrance of Edward Bryant and a look back at the seminal DARK FORCES anthology. Plus, as Samhain Publishing closes its doors forever, we've got an exclusive from Jonathan Janz! And another exclusive from Richard Chizmar regarding his forthcoming collaboration with Stephen King! And movie news for Lee Thomas. And bad news for Paramount's horror movies. And worse news for contributors and subscribers to Fangoria. 

Sexual assault allegations against author G Arthur Brown have left the Bizarro genre in turmoil. Brian and Dave sort through the facts and discuss the case, as well as examining its impact on the future of the community, and why the Bizarro genre finds itself so divided.  Plus, Wrath James White's German book signing tour, Jeff Strand's new book deal, promotions for Mike Lombardo and Mary SanGiovanni, the trailer for season two of STRANGER THINGS, and how Sarah Pinborough's newest pinnacle of success affects her old friends Brian and Christopher Golden.

Mary SanGiovanni and Somer Canon discuss twenty years of industry changes for women in horror. Brian and Dave discuss the epic 100th episode telethon. Plus John Hurt in remembrance, Bernie Wrightson retires, Graham Masterton honored, Tony Todd as Dormammu, Dave's review of THE OA, Mary is perplexed by EL TOPO, and Kevin Strange can't afford advertising.  

An in-depth remembrance of the life and work of William Peter Blatty. Plus: #HorrorShow100 looms, the truth is still out there for X-FILES fans, Shock Totem's sale to Apex Book Company, Dungeonmaster 77.1's tips for hunting the Loch Ness Monster, and much more!

Is it ever okay for an author or artist to give their work away for free? Join Brian, Dave, and special guests author Stephen Kozeniewski and filmmaker Mike Lombardo as they discuss whether it's ever acceptable to break Harlan Ellison's golden rule of "Pay the writer". Plus -- Dave's Top TV Picks for 2016, a new David J. Schow, a new CHILD'S PLAY, a new TWIN PEAKS, a new excuse for B&N's continuing sales decline, and warning signs indicating a possible downturn for small press horror.

NEW YEAR! NEW SHOW! Kevin Strange versus Extreme Horror and Bizarro! WHC versus HWA! Brian and Bleeding Cool's Jude Terror and Rich Johnston versus Marvel Entertainment VP Stephen Wacker! Dave and Phoebe versus a herd of deer! Plus BLACK MIRROR, WESTWORLD, Steve Vai, and complete details on the upcoming 100th episode live telethon! 

Dungeonmaster77.1 takes over the show in this special year end bonus episode. Featuring interviews, commentary, comedy, and appearances by his dad, Brian Keene.

Dave & Phoebe once again celebrate the holiday season with a special episode. Discussions include cookies, holiday light displays, and special gifts. They also talk about serial killers at yard sales, and rant about one of the most horrifying activities on Earth: Moving.

Dave picks his favorite moments from 2016, featuring appearances by Mary SanGiovanni, Geoff Cooper, Damien Angelica Walters, Christian Jensen, Dungeonmaster 77.1, and Phoebe, plus the greatest Mike Lombardo story every told!

Brian reminisces over his favorite show moments from 2016, including special guest stars Jack Ketchum, John Skipp, Laura Lee Bahr, Bryan Smith, Hal Bodner, Damien Angelica Walters, Chet Williamson, Dan Padavona, Stephen Kozeniewski, Christian Jensen, Kelly Laymon, and DungeonMaster 77.1

As a divided America teeters on the brink, one man offers words of hope -- and that man is...Coop? Plus, all the details on the Episode 100 Scares That Care telethon, a serial killer's Amazon customer reviews, the new Jack Ketchum novel, Danny Trejo is not dead, Dave's review of Marillion's concert, Stephen Kozeniewski's review of Shin Godzilla, and Brian breaks in new boss Armand Rosamilia.

Author Dan Padavona sits down with Brian and Dave to discuss what it’s like to be the son of Ronnie James Dio, his books, the impact of Richard Laymon, Jack Ketchum, and others on his work, and engage in some free style rap. Plus — Steve Dillon in remembrance, sexual harassment at WFC, the ghost of RJ Cavender, trouble at Audio Realms, and new horizons forPaul Tremblay, RL Stine, and Jude Terror.

Because you demanded it, the first official crossover between The Horror Show with Brian Keene and Three Guys with Beards podcasts. Join Brian Keene, Dave Thomas, Christopher Golden, Jonathan Maberry, James A. Moore and special ... The post appeared first on Project iRadio

Author and editor John Boden visits the studio to discuss skirting the line between quiet horror and bizarro, the history and future of SHOCK TOTEM, grocery store horror, the emotional honesty of John Skipp, and ... The post appeared first on Project iRadio

Mary SanGiovanni joins Brian, Dave, and Phoebe to discuss her new novel CHILLS, Charles L. Grant and Karl Edward Wagner, stealing books with Tom Monteleone, paganism, mentoring, and being in a relationship with another writer. ... The post appeared first on .

Heavy metal drummer Nathan Carson (WITCH MOUNTAIN) joins Brian and Dave to talk about his new novella STARR CREEK, how being a musician helped him become a better writer, touring with Glenn Danzig, meeting Jello ... The post appeared first on .