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Killer Prose Podcast

Killer Prose is the podcast dedicated to the art of genre fiction writing. Join me bi-weekly as I learn the ins and outs of genre writing w…

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Your Guide to Crafting Terrifying Horror Fiction

Hosted by author Tanner Rutledge, Killer Prose explores the craft of writing bone-chilling horror. Discover expert insights, actionable tips, and inspiration to help you captivate readers and grow your audience. Tune in bi-weekly for interviews with industry professionals and start crafting stories that leave a lasting impact.

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Nov. 16, 2024

November Update

We have some new episodes coming. I'll also be taking the show to once a month for a while so we can stay consistent while work, life, and writing are so hectic right now.

Sept. 8, 2024

Ivy Tholen on being an Indie Author

Ivy Tholen is the author of “Tastes Like Candy," “Maul Rats,” and the upcoming "Mother Dear." She lives in Los Angeles. Don’t mention “A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors” to her, or she will never shut up. In this e…

Aug. 24, 2024

Writing is a Discipline with Andrew Najberg

Today I'm joined by author, Andrew Najberg. Andrew is the author of the best-selling (#1 US Horror Amazon) novels The Mobius Door (Wicked House Publishing, 2023) and Gollitok (Wicked House Publishing, 2023), as well as The N…

Aug. 7, 2024

Bryan Alaspa on Inspiration and Writing Craft

Today I'm joined by Bryan Alaspa. Bryan wrote his first short story in the third grade, way back in the 70s. He's now the author of more than 60 books and novels, all of them on the dark side of life. In today's episode Bria…

July 18, 2024

Clay Stafford On Killer Nashville And Breaking Into The Industry

In today's episode, I'm joined by Clay Stafford. We cover pretty much everything. We talk about the opportunities at the Killer Nashville Conference, trad publishing vs self publishing, and getting out there and meeting agen…

July 4, 2024

Brad Rick on Debut Author

Today, I'm joined by horror author Brad Ricks. Brad talks about his debut novel Fear Not the Dead, his path to writing and publication, and his feelings on the craft. We also get into playing with timelines, and why he writ…

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