She Wore Black

Today I have Lynn D. Jung on the show to chat about Dark Academia Fantasy, the perfect theme for her new book, MOTHSBLOOD. I do want to say that I was sick during recording, so I apologize if that comes through during the episode. We have a great time, though, as we chat about what Fantasy brings to the Dark Academia genre and we offer some recommended reading. Some of the books will be out next year, but I have preorders up for those, as well as the other books we suggest. All links in show notes at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today I have Skye Lacerte on the show. She’s the Illustration Specialist at the Swann Auction Galleries in New York, which means she is the one who curates and conducts the auctions with the original art behind our beloved book covers and interior illustrations. If you love a good clinch cover or a “paperback from hell,” or a “women running from houses” book, Skye will very likely have sold some of the paintings behind your favorite book covers! She has lots of great information if you’re interested in acquiring this art for yourself, and I’ll have links in show notes at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today I have Mallory Marlowe on the show to chat about her unique take on paranormal romance. She writes about Bigfoot, UFOs, and ghosts, but in a delightful voice that’s entirely her own. We have tons of fun in this short episode chatting about her work, as well as haunted dolls and ghost tours. I can’t wait to have her back on the show! All links and show notes at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today I have Madison Tyler Nelson on the show to chat about Art in Gothic. Her new book, PORTRAIT OF A HAUNTING is an exciting debut that uses painting and bodily fluids and mothers to tell an unforgettable Gothic story. She was the perfect guest to chat about art in Gothic books, and I love that range of titles we chat about here. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today I welcome Emma Cole to the show to chat about movies that blend horror and romance, which is also the topic of her new nonfiction book, LOVE NEVER DIES: ROMANCE IN HORROR MOVIES. We talk about a range of films, from Hitchcock to the Lost Boys, and my favorite era…the 90s resurgence of luxurious Gothic in film, including Dracula, Interview with a Vampire, and Sleepy Hollow. It was a lot of fun to read this book, then watch some of these movies! A project I hope you all indulge in. Links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today I welcome back Isabel Canas to the show to chat about her new book, THE HOUSE OF GARDENIAS. It’s a Gothic YA novel that is as riveting and haunting as her other books. It was great to chat with her about writing for this audience while maintaining everything we’ve come to love from her as a writer. I highly recommend it for fans of her work, and her tour info is in show notes if you want to see her talk about it in-person. Links to her books and book tour in show notes at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today Erin Craig returns to the show to chat about “Theater in Gothic.” Erin’s new book, OUR STRANGE DUET, is a retelling of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Erin does make a point of noting that this is not a retelling of the novel. Rather, it’s a tie-in to the 40th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s musical, so our theme is tied to both the theatrical story and the theatrical production. I hope you enjoy our book recommendations! All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today Rachel Harrison returns to the show to chat about her new book, KISS SLAY REPLAY, a horror timeloop novel with Rachel’s signature wit, wisdom, and creativity. We chat about the range of horrors in the novel, from monsters to facing each new day with normal responsibilities. We also chat about brides, dead brides, weddings with paintings of dead brides, and the good, the bad and the ugly of weddings. We talk about writing too, and I hope it’s helpful. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today I welcome Megan Crane and Nicole Helm to the show, the writing duo known as Hazel Beck. It’s a short episode, but we pack a lot in, including their origin story and Witchlore series, leaning into “cozy horror” for their new book, SOME KIND OF HAUNTED, and their twist on twins and fiber arts to bring about that cozy and horror combination for effective genre blending. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

Today I welcome Anna from Anna Rose Reads, and Lorin from Paperback Bish in an episode full of equine delights. It’s our long awaited Horse episode where we chat about horses in fiction, from childhood stories to genre books like romance and horror. You’ll be able to tell from all our laughter that we had a great time and I hope you learn a few things about horse symbolism and get a few book recs along the way. I’d intended to post this episode a few weeks from now, but with everything happening right now, I felt the need to move this up. Anna and Lorin have been diligent in their research of reputable groups trying to combat the horrifying wild horse round ups. Links to these organizations, including The Wild Horse Refuge and American Wild Horse Conservation, will be in my show notes with the books we recommend at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/