Books in the Freezer - A Horror Fiction Podcast
Stephanie GagnonA horror book recommendation show where I, Stephanie, and a guest pick a niche topic in horror and recommend three books with temperature based scariness ratings. The scariest books are going in the freezer! New episodes every other Tuesday. We're talking horror books, movies and final girl songs
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 200 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | BooksArts | |||
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Summer isn't over yet, so I was joined by Brandon Baker (@baker_reads) to talk about aquatic horror! We're talking about what could be lurking in the water, and how sometimes that's none of our business.
Movies Mentioned:
• Lake Placid
• Deep Blue... more
We are so back! It's Fear Street Friday and as summer is winding down what a perfect time to get away from Shadyside and spend some time in a beach town with some camp friends. What could possibly go wrong? Bookseller extraordinaire Marguerite and I ... more
I was joined by Bram-Stoker Award winning author and returning guest, Clay McLeod Chapman to talk about his latest novel Devil Inside and Horrormance.
Movies Mentioned:
• Lisa Frankenstein
• Warm Bodies
• The Mummy
• Heart Eyes
• Bones and All... more
Have we always been the caretakers? I am joined by reviewer George Dunn (@georgesreads) to talk about horror stories that are centered around the giving or receiving care either professionally or for a loved one.
Movies:
• Relic
• The Taking of De... more
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- Good….but
This is a nice listen, and normally doesn’t take itself too seriously BUT i had to switch off the latest episode “Suburban horror” when the guest spouted such utter woke nonsense regarding Lucas in Stranger Things being forced to go along with whatever his “white friends” were doing…..I mean WOW. Where on earth did that come from?!!! Most ridiculous thing I’ve heard. Why does every podcast coming out of US force these agendas on us? Why, why, why? It’s utterly exhausting! I just want to listen... more
Apple Podcasts4moggyhoogychoogy
United Kingdom7 months ago - Fun and chilling reviews
Stephanie and her multitude of awesome guests do an excellent job of reviewing and recommending horror books from all flavors of the spooky genre. Highly recommend for horror readers and fans 👻👍
Apple Podcasts5Steven V
United States9 months ago - Best book podcast
This is a fantastic podcast about the best genre - horror. Insightful, inclusive and fun, great guests and discussions. Only downside is my tbr is ever-growing! Highly recommend!
Apple Podcasts5RAAghoul81United Kingdom10 months ago - One of the best podcasts
Stephanie is a horror expert and does a great job of research and putting these shows together.
Apple Podcasts5byt08United Statesa year 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 Podcasts5SmrtiniUnited Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #192 | United States/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #85 |  Finland/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #131 |  Sweden/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #180 |  Denmark/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #196 |  Austria/Arts/Books |
Apple Podcasts | #213 | Finland/Arts |
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What is Books in the Freezer about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A horror book recommendation show where the host and guests explore niche subgenres, cross-pollinating book picks with thematic discussions. Episodes span horror romance, caregiver horror, crime horror, literary tie-ins (Mad Men readalikes, Dracula retellings), regional horror (Texas), fairy-tale inspired horror, and library-focused programming, often pairing three book picks with thoughtful context, author perspectives, and cultural touchpoints. A notable throughline is marrying deep literary analysis with accessible recommendations, plus regular features like final girl songs and themed reading prompts, which helps listeners expand their TBR piles while gaining practical insights for fans and industry partners alike. The format frequently... more
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Recent guests on Books in the Freezer include:
1. Clay McLeod Chapman
2. George Dunn
3. Grace Reynolds
4. Gwendolyn Kiste
5. Brandon Baker
6. Jennifer McMahon
7. Konrad Stump
8. Anna Dupre
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