This week, things get a little spooky (and a little confusing) on the podcast! Aimee battles the unpredictable Texas weather, while Russell shares a hilarious story about accidentally stumbling into the world of "Dark Romance" book festivals—where authors apparently get tattoos of their own book covers on stage.Then, we settle in for a fascinating conversation with South Dakota author Seth Voorhees. Seth specializes in "Dark Fiction," a genre that blends the best elements of thriller, suspense, and horror.In this episode, we discuss:🧟‍♂️ Zombies & Class Warfare: How The Walking Dead inspired Seth’s novel Immune, which explores the tension between the "immune" and the "inflicted" in a post-apocalyptic society.🏚️ Small Town Horror: The creepy premise behind The Interim, a story about a cursed town where residents must hide in their basements for 12 days every October.👽 Sci-Fi Dystopias: A look at Question 17, Seth's novel set 46 years after an alien invasion.✍️ The Writing Process: How Seth develops distinct character voices and why he prefers the label "Dark Fiction" over "Horror".📚 Book Hauls: Seth shares the classic titles he bought for his birthday, including Animal Farm and Frankenstein.Tune in for a mix of laughs, literary analysis, and a deep dive into the darker side of fiction!

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