Monster Complex interviews horror author David Scott Hay about his experimental horror-lit set in the near future about connection and isolation. Hay shares unique spin on writing horror fiction, reveals what in his background inspires him, and reveals his pet peeves in others’ horror stories.

Nicholas Cage talks about the challenges (and fun) of his role as Dracula in the horror comedy RENFIELD, when Count Dracula’s manservant takes on a new perspective in modern-day New Orleans—even attending a support group.

We interviewed C.L. Bauer about her novel The Haunted Lost Rose. Bauer shares the inspiration for her fiction, explains why she values the supernatural, and reveals what makes her stop reading. “There’s more to the afterlife than just going to sleep or into darkness for eternity.”

For the past several months, I’ve been researching the history of comic books. Please let me explain how much Douglas Wolk as a tour guide has impacted me. Including quotes from some of his author interviews: “I think it’s something that’s really special about this kind of enormous enormous story.”

Today, Monster Complex is interviewing author Rebecca Mahoney about her new novel The Memory Eater: A teen girl must save her town from a memory-devouring monster in this piercing exploration of grief, trauma, and memory.

“Go To Hell [is] inspired by my super weird, vivid, and often very detailed dreams.” In our interview with N.R. Alexander, the author talks about what inspired his new book, explains his unique spin on monster fiction, and shares his pet peeves that others have written.

In our interview with D.M. Guay about her 24/7 Demon Mart horror-comedy series, the author shares her favorite things about the section of the genre she writes, why she prefers supernatural stories (which involve not-humans), and the deal with her engaging monster comedy newsletter.

The Kate Daniels series from Ilona Andrews takes place in a magical version of Atlanta where the world has suffered a magic apocalypse…

For the New Year, R.L. Stine amps up the occasion with his YA thriller horror novel ‘The New Year’s Party.’ Stine says, “I don’t try to put any messages in these books. The only lesson is to run.”

The Literary Life Podcast talked with Tananarive Due about the scripted drama show Horror Noire, as well as about her latest novel, The Between. You can listen to the whole podcast interview here.

Neil Gaiman explains how “Good Omens” became a comedic collaboration between himself and Discworld author Terry Pratchett.

Stephen King stopped by “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” Colbert and King talked about a few things—and Colbert asked his guest which of Stephen King’s books are his favorites…

Michele Yeoh breaks down her characters from Everything Everywhere All at Once, Tomorrow Never Dies, Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, Supercop, and Crazy Rich Asians.

Legend says that whoever is bitten by Nic Cage and lives becomes a Nic Cage themselves... “The book does get a little gruesome at times, but the entire thing is absurd from start to finish.”

“I didn’t want to do anything that might piss people off, because what’s ‘myth’ to some of us is belief to others.” With The Inheritance Trilogy, Jemisin weaves a tale of intrigue, betrayal, and passion in a kingdom above the clouds.

Naomi Novik creates a school bursting with magic like you’ve never seen before, and a heroine for the ages. “It’s an old folk legend that’s mentioned in Dracula—of a dark school…”

We talked with the magazine Nightmare Abbey’s editor, Tom English, who told us about the reasons for its origin, and their plans for the future.

The complete order of Kim Harrison’s Hollows Series, plus the author on switching from epic fantasy to urban fantasy, why she restarted the series, and her scientific approach to magic.

True events inspired this compelling paranormal thriller as 40-something Jack Kelly travels into his 13-year-old self with the sudden ability to interact with the dead and fight demons.

“When I realized wizards and PIs were the same character, it became real easy.” The Dresden Files is a hard-boiled detective and urban fantasy series by Jim Butcher.