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Books in the Freezer - A Horror Fiction Podcast

Stephanie Gagnon
Horror Fiction
First Light
Night's Edge
Music Horror
Let Us Prey
Nordic Horror
Independent Fundamental Baptist
Musicals
Satanic Panic
True Crime
Sexual Abuse
Forgotten Sisters
Midnight On Beacon Street
House Of Last Resort
This Wretched Valley
Meta Fiction
Horror Genre
Nordic Noir
Vampirism
Music

A bi-weekly book podcast dedicated to the deliciously disturbing world of horror fiction

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Latest Episodes

Author Joe Hill is on the show this week to talk about his latest book King Sorrow and whether a horror story is only as good as its villains.

Books mentioned:

• King Sorrow by Joe Hill

• The Fireman by Joe Hill

• The Hobbit by JRR Tolkien

• The... more

I was thrilled that Victor LaValle was able to join me to help recommend books with jerk main characters. Be sure the check out the new paperback editions of four of his books and catch The Devil in Silver on AMC in 2026.

Books mentioned:

• The Dev... more

Full episode available on Patreon

It's Fear Street Friday and this week we are heading to Camp Nightwing! I was very happy to be joined by Liz Sower from the fantastic Ghosts in the Burbs podcast.

Synopsis:

Who killed the counselor?

“I could kil... more

Neil McRobert is back on the pod today. This time as a published author!! We are here to talk about his fantastic novella Good Boy and the horrors of small towns.

Books Mentioned:

• Good Boy by Neil McRobert\

• Harvest Home by Thomas Tryon

• Clow... more

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Recent Guests

Victor LaValle
Author known for his horror fiction, including The Devil in Silver
Episode: A**hole Protagonists with Victor LaValle
Hailey Piper
Author of 'Teenage Girls Can Be Demons'
Episode: Coming of Rage Horror with Hailey Piper
Brian McAuley
Author of Breathe In, Bleed Out and returning guest on the podcast
Episode: Desert Horror with Brian McAuley
Anna Dupre
Booktuber and podcast host of Anna Rose Reads
Anna Rose Reads
Episode: Severance Read-Alikes with Anna Dupre
Rae Wilde
Author of I Can Fix Her
Clash Books
Episode: Toxic Relationship Horror with Rae Wilde
Kendare Blake
Author and spokesperson for the Summer Scares program
Self
Episode: Summer Scares with Kendare Blake and Jocelyn Codner
Adam Allen
Guest discussing the fourth entry in the Fear Street series
Episode: Patreon Peek: Missing with Adam Allen (#4)
Nat Cassidy
Author discussing his latest book, When the Wolf Comes Home.
Episode: Dad Horror with Nat Cassidy
Agatha Andrews
Writer with a focus on horror and its cultural ties
Author
Episode: Music Read-Alikes with Rachel Harrison and Agatha Andrews

Host

Stephanie Gagnia
Host of the discussions with deep insights into horror literature, often bringing in various guests to foster engaging conversations about themes and recommendations in horror.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 714 ratings
  • One of the best podcasts

    Stephanie is a horror expert and does a great job of research and putting these shows together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    byt08
    United States2 months ago
  • Go-to for horror recs

    I’ve found so many excellent books through Steph’s recommendations. Love this show and just wish it was more often!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Smrtini
    United States4 months ago
  • A fascinating education

    I trust Stephanie to continue my horror genre (and horror subgenre) education. The breadth of her knowledge, her expansive guest list, and her chill personality make for an informative and entertaining biweekly podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    W. Mattimoe
    United States5 months ago
  • Horror in The Office

    I intended to wait on reviewing until I was completely caught up, but The Office episode pushed me over. Hands down my favorite single episode of any podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cabal
    United States6 months ago
  • Love

    I love this show and I love Stephanie BUT the sound quality isn’t great. Listening to this show I always have turn my volume to the highest it goes. I have an iPhone 15 and use an Amazon Spot speaker with it. I do NOT have this issue with other podcasts and I listen to upwards of 50. The end of the year issue sound quality was especially poor as Stephanie sounded like she was muffled & speaking into a tin can. Rachel was clearer but again volume wasn’t great. I am continuing to listen to the sho... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    littlemisshorrornerd
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate the depth of research and the host's expertise in horror literature.
Overall, the atmosphere is friendly and engaging, akin to a cozy conversation among friends.
Many find the recommendations invaluable, helping them discover new books and authors.
A few criticisms have been noted about sound quality but do not significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the content.

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#40
Sweden/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#115
Sweden/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#139
Indonesia/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#196
Finland/Arts/Books
Apple Podcasts
#206
United Arab Emirates/Arts/Books

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Dad Horror with Nat Cassidy
Q: Would you want to see your books on screen? Would you be willing to act in it, and if so, which character?
Desperately yes. We're all trying. Everyone on my team is trying as best as they can. I have good reason to not.
Rock Horror with William Sterling, Wendy Dalrymple and Kristina Osborn
Q: How did you decide on your song for your story?
Wendy realized she had to write something for the anthology because she loves writing horror stories related to music.
Sibling Horror with Erika T Wurth
Q: What is the relationship between the protagonist and her sister in the book?
Erika explains that the relationship is complex, as Olivia deals with guilt and unresolved issues from her sister's death, reflective of the broader themes of sibling reconciliation.
Sibling Horror with Erika T Wurth
Q: Did you grow up watching ghost hunter shows? What was the research process like for the paranormal chapters?
Erika shares her obsession with haunted objects and mentions her background with paranormal beliefs in her community, highlighting her research as more community-based rather than traditional ghost hunter shows.
Sibling Horror with Erika T Wurth
Q: Would you mind telling our listeners a little bit about your book?
Erika describes her novel as the story of a woman with mysterious powers who has to solve her sister's death within a limited time to save her mother, blending themes of family dynamics and paranormal investigation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Books in the Freezer

What is Books in the Freezer about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Exploring the chilling and intriguing realms of horror fiction, this podcast provides listeners with insightful conversations around a variety of themes, books, and authors in the genre. Episodes feature engaging discussions on horror novels, the evolution of horror storytelling, and the unique qualities various subgenres possess. The host often invites authors and industry experts, generating dynamic dialogues that include book recommendations and thematic explorations while maintaining an entertaining and conversational atmosphere. Noteworthy elements include interactive segments, nostalgia-driven themes, and a robust focus on the emotional depth found in horror narratives, making it appealing to both ardent horror fans and those newly ex... more

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2. Hailey Piper
3. Brian McAuley
4. Anna Dupre
5. Rae Wilde
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7. Adam Allen
8. Nat Cassidy

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