SOMER CANON IS A MINIVAN REVVING SUBURBAN MOTHER WHO AVOIDS HER NEIGHBORS FOR FEAR OF BEING FOUND OUT AS A WEIRDO. WHEN SHE’S NOT PEERING OUT OF HER WINDOWS, SHE’S CONSUMING BOOKS, MOVIES, AND VIDEO GAMES THAT SATE HER NEED FOR BLOOD, GORE, AND THINGS THAT DISTURB HER MOTHER. Join Somer and I as we discuss witches, small town boogey-monsters, trigger warnings and cancel culture, and good old fashioned trick or treating stories.

Today I am lucky enough to speak with author Chad Lutzke who just so happened to write a novel that changed my life! It was such a wonderful experience to sit down and tell Chad exactly what his writing has done for my life. This, for me, is what writing is all about, having such an impact on someone that it completely changes how they see the world.

Ever wondered if one of the greatest horror writers of our time loves dogs? Wonder no more! Join Laird, and I for a discussion on all writing, pets, and all things horror.

Ever wondered if one of the greatest horror writers of our time loves dogs? Wonder no more! Join Laird, and I for a discussion on all writing, pets, and all things horror.

In todays episode we speak with Todd Kielsing. Author of the amazing new novel Devil’s creek, which by the way just happens to be this months 'Does The Dog Die In This? book club choice. Todd and I discuss a wide range of things from mental health, dealing with anxiety, ups and down of being a new writer, finding a writing process that works for you, video games, horror movies, writing advice, and we introduce a brand new segment where Toddy tries decipher Aussie lingo.

Join Jonathan and I as we discuss how he managed to navigate through the horror lit world as a brand new writer to the scene, deal with rejection, get published, grow into the author that he is today, and finally we get the answer to the question that no one has even asked... What are the Janz Pants?

Join Laurel and I as we discuss all things wonderful in the horror world, her upcoming novella Crossroads, and learn some valuable lessons about putting certain things where they certainly don't belong!

Join Paul, Aaron and I as we attempt prank calls and fail horribly, create a super band with the worlds worst name, and discuss all things writing.

Join Paul, Aaron and I as we attempt prank calls and fail horribly, create a super band with the worlds worst name, and discuss all things writing.

Ever wanted survival tips on how to fight a kangaroo? Well, you are in luck my friends. Join Alan and I as we discuss surviving down under, writing, the amazing horror community we are all so lucky to be a part of, and Alan's amazing, super Australian novella The Roo. Head over to www.doesthedogdieinthis.com and click on the blog to read an exclusive heart breaking story from Alan titled The Normandy Curse.