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Venturing Into the Fog - An Interview with horror lover, Peter Laws

Peter Laws is an ordained minister and lover of horror. His YouTube channel, Into the Fog, has sky-rocketed in popularity lately. He's appeared as an expert on the Uncanny podcast and has his own pod, Creepy Cove Community Church. He writes a column for the Fortean Times, and is the author of several books, including his non-fiction book, The Frighteners, where he uncovers why we love horror. We also chat about his Matt Hunter series, about a minister who has lost his faith but is drawn into solving some bizarre murders. For Peter's music, please follow this link: MUSIC | Peter Laws AUTHOR [https://www.peterlaws.co.uk/music] Peter's website: HOME | Peter Laws Author [https://www.peterlaws.co.uk/]

Master of Horror - Ghostwatch writer, Stephen Volk

Stephen Volk is a BAFTA winning, master of horror writing, best known for being the creator of the 1992 BBC drama, Ghostwatch, that spooked the nation. He went on to write the acclaimed series, Afterlife, starring Andrew Lincoln and Lesley Sharp. His first produced screenplay was Ken Russel's Gothic. He adapted Phil Rickman's best-selling supernatural/crime novel Midwinter of the Spirit as a 3-part miniseries for ITV. He's author of several books and has won awards for his novels. His most acclaimed novel to date is Whitstable. Here he chats with me about his latest novella, The Confirmed Bachelors.

Sinister Sirens and Wicked Witches - An interview with author Natasha Bache

Author Natasha Bache talks witches, sirens, murder and magic with me, from her Shropshire home. Natasha is a former editor at HarperCollins publishers where she worked on the JRR Tolkein and Christie estates. Now an author of five books. https://www.natashabache.com/ [https://www.natashabache.com/]

Are you afraid of the dark? - An interview with dystopian fantasy author Roxan Burley.

Roxan Burley reveals the secrets of her dystopian fantasy world, set in an alternate London where the fae are real and living among us. London has been overtaken by an evil force called The Dark, who are intent on taking control, literally! Eira, a young elven doctor embarks on a journey to save her friends, save London, and possibly save the world. Roxan chats about her novels, her favourite characters and the difficulties of writing with dyslexia.

The Lady in the Bay Window - A true story of a haunted Sheffield Home

The last thing Liam expected when he moved into his new home was a ghost. For the past couple of decades, Liam has been living with the ghost of an old lady. She has been sighted 7 times by 6 different people. Footsteps echo through his house at 1AM, electronic devices are set off, EVPs are captured on tape, growls are heard, objects are moved, and coins appear out of nowhere. Liam talks to me in depth about the fascinating occurrences that have startled and amazed visitors to the house over the years. Author Liam Grave talks about the extraordinary true life haunting of his Sheffield home and his two books based on the experience: The Lady in the Bay Window and The Lady in the Bay Window 2. Money from sales of the first book go to Weston Park Cancer charity & so far he has raised £50,000. Liam also chats about his experiences writing the book. If you love ghosts check out this interview and Liam's two books. www.theladyinthebaywindow.com