Okay, truth time. When I requested Polybius, the debut novel by author Collin Armstrong, I did it based on the synopsis in the email. It wasn’t until I was already reading the book and Googling how to pronounce it that I learned that the story of Polybius is actually a …
Read More »Interview With Author Mariana Enriquez For ‘First Word On Horror’
I don’t think we talk about horror authors enough. There are plenty of things spotlighting filmmakers and directors, actors, even screenwriters, but horror authors are rarely mentioned. I’m a big reader and would love to hear more from these writers who can bring on the nightmares. This is one of …
Read More »Interview With Yoann-Karl Whissell And Anouk Whissell, Directors Of ‘Wake Up’
I’ve been a fan of Yoann-Karl Whissell and Anouk Whissell, the sibling duo behind RKSS (Roadkill Superstars), since I first saw Summer of 84 (2018). I then immediately had to watch their feature film debut, Turbo Kid (2015), and it was clear that they knew what they were doing. Their …
Read More »Interview With Author Stephen Graham Jones For ‘First Word On Horror’
I don’t think we talk about horror authors enough. There are plenty of things spotlighting filmmakers and directors, actors, even screenwriters, but horror authors are rarely mentioned. I’m a big reader and would love to hear more from these writers who can bring on the nightmares. This is one of …
Read More »Interview With Michael Kallio, Director Of ‘Dinner With Leatherface’
On November 7, 2015, the world lost Gunnar Hansen – actor, writer, horror icon. Mostly known for his role as Leatherface in Tobe Hoopers 1974 masterpiece, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, Gunnar was more than just the man behind the mask. He was a sailor, a poet, a generous soul, …
Read More »Interview With Author Elizabeth Hand For ‘First Word on Horror’
I don’t think we talk about horror authors enough. There are plenty of things spotlighting filmmakers and directors, actors, even screenwriters, but horror authors are rarely mentioned. I’m a big reader and would love to hear more from these writers who can bring on the nightmares. This is one of …
Read More »Interview With Ricky Glore, Writer/Director/Star Of ‘Sweet Meats’
Horror comedies can be entertaining and a lot of fun if done right. The writing has to be on point. The gore must be plenty. The characters? I don’t care if they’re likable because they’re probably going to die anyway, and if it’s a comedy, most likely laugh about it …
Read More »Interview: Director Laura Murphy And Star Virginia Gardner For ‘F Marry Kill’
When done right, a thriller/comedy can be a lot of fun. I’m happy to say that F Marry Kill, a new genre mashup from director Laura Murphy and starring Lucy Hale and Virginia Gardner is on point. I was thoroughly entertained from beginning to end. It’s full of laughs, intrigue, …
Read More »Interview With Author Paul Tremblay For ‘First Word On Horror’
I don’t think we talk about horror authors enough. There are plenty of things spotlighting filmmakers and directors, actors, even screenwriters, but horror authors are rarely mentioned. I’m a big reader and would love to hear more from these writers who can bring on the nightmares. This is one of …
Read More »Interview With Philip Gelatt, Director/Creator Of ‘First Word On Horror’
I don’t think we talk about horror authors enough. There are plenty of things spotlighting filmmakers and directors, actors, even screenwriters, but horror authors are rarely mentioned. I’m a big reader and would love to hear more from these writers who can bring on the nightmares. This is one of …
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