A show about authors who write in the genres of folklore, paranormal, horror, fantasy, strange crime. Anything a little unusual, and outside the realms of everyday life. Authors talk about their writing and also share their unusual paranormal experiences.
Will Beauty Defeat the Beast? Dragons, magic & girl power - An interview with author Georgia Leighton
Georgia Leighton is the author of two novels, Spellbound and Maiden, both feminist fantasy retellings of classic tales, and is a Sunday Times bestselling author. She has a degree and a masters in creative writing from Royal Holloway, and works for Penguin as a Senior Marketing Manager for fiction. She brings her magical fairytale world alive for us, as we chat about her two compelling novels.
https://georgialeightonauthor.com/
https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/maiden-georgia-leighton/7ae1a43a2fbd6fdc?ean=9780857505934&bkshp-astro=t
31 Jul 2026
Descending into the void - An interview with botanical horror author, Tatiana Schlote-Bonne
Tatiana's new botanical horror, What Feed's Below, is a roller coaster of a novel that will have you screaming until the end of the ride. The action is non stop and jaw dropping, with an array of weird and bizarre plants & creatures, all trying their best to eat you. There are riches to be found in the void for those brave enough to enter, but nobody dares stay too long, for fear that they might become part of the void themselves.
We join Tatiana to delve deeper into the story.
30 Jun 2026
Ghosts & Gothic Mystery - An Interview with author GR Pidgeon
Gothic mystery author GR Pidgeon chats to me about his ghostly gothic novel - The Haunting of Hern Hall - Set during the aftermath of WW1. A war haunted chaplain arrives at Hern Hall to unravel its dark mysteries and uncover the truth about himself along the way. Graham reveals his own spooky experience with a strange old woman.
31 May 2026
A Monstrous Tale - Where beauty is the beast
Author Rebecca Templeton chats about her debut novel Lochbound. A retelling of the Little Mermaid - mixed in with Scottish Folklore. By day, the cursed Iris is a monstrous creature that stalks the loch. By night she is her human self. Cursed by a witch to live as both. She is supported by her aged friend Duncan, who has remained loyally by her side for 50 years. Now there's a monster hunter in town and she's the prize that he's been searching for.
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30 Apr 2026
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.
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31 Mar 2026
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.
7 Mar 2026
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/)
1 Feb 2026
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.
1 Jan 2026
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
1 Dec 2025
Grimdark fantasy author Richie Billing
I chat with Liverpudlian grimdark fantasy author Richie Billing about his novella, Together We Rise. Set in a fantasy world with a corrupt Government, who oppresses the people & pushes them to breaking point. Even the smallest people can make a difference. Stuffed full of great, realistic characters. Richie also chats about his shorty story books and his fantasy authors podcast.
1 Nov 2025
Love against the odds - An interview with cross genre author LS Delorme
LS Delorme is an author who writes across many genres, including paranormal romance. Lexy chats about her various books, living & writing in Paris, and her shocking inspirations for becoming an indie author. She also shares a few paranormal stories of her own. A fun & lively interview, great for aspiring authors, and readers searching for their next favourite author. Her book Caio is a real page turner.
Bright Midnights video mentioned in the show: https://youtu.be/NNfQJb8nZ0g?si=DvmcLXqnFgahlpa0
30 Sept 2025
Ian Simmons - Fortean Times News Editor and author
Fortean Times news editor Ian Simmons talks about ghost chickens, poltergeists and 50 years of the Fortean Times, as well as about his new book for the Hoxton Mini Press, 'An Opinionated Guide to Haunted London - Ghouls, Ghosts, Spirits and Seances.'
An Opinionated Guide to Haunted London a book by Ian Simmons - Bookshop.org UK (https://uk.bookshop.org/p/books/an-opinionated-guide-to-haunted-london-ian-simmons/e33d4cb12e34a9b7?ean=9781917719018&next=t&next=t)Hoxton Mini Press publish photography books out of east London (https://www.hoxtonminipress.com/)
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3 Sept 2025
Apologies for lateness of 5th episode
Apologies for the lateness of the 5th episode, but it's coming out soon.
1 Aug 2025
Dark Romantasy author MJ Lawrie
This month we get dark and dirty with dark romantasy author MJ Lawrie. Her books are full of morally grey men and kick ass heroines. This is MJ's first ever podcast interview.
1 Jul 2025
Interview with supernatural suspense author Hazel Longuet
Host Pandora interviews Hazel Longuet, supernatural suspense author, about her experiences living in Egypt, writing with M.E., and her concerns around writing a rape scene, offering insights into her writing process.
30 May 2025
Interview with Fanny Garstang - Multi-genre author
Fanny Garstang, a multi-genre author, discusses her dragon fantasy series, vampire series, and novels about Mayan and Egyptian Gods in an interview, offering insights into her writing process and advice for aspiring authors.
8 May 2025
An interview with author Helen JR Bruce
Helen Bruce is an author whose folkloric Heat of the Hunt trilogy brings folklore to life within the context of the modern world. In this interview, she chats about her writing & her paranormal experiences.
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