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The ARC Party

Robb Olson
Horror
Horror Literature
Stephen Graham Jones
Grief
I Was a Teenage Slasher
The Angel Of Indian Lake
The Bones Beneath My Skin
Renfield County
Literature
The Poorly Made
Death On the Swayback
TJ Klune
Queer Representation
Horror Anthology
Social Commentary
Storytelling
SGJ Day
Daddy's Boy
The Memory Ward
Artistic Expression

Your first look at upcoming books! My goal with the ARC Party is to connect readers with books before they release! Much of the success of a new book is connected to pre-orders and early sales numbers, but sometimes people don't hear about a book until long after it's been released. An episode typically consists of an author giving a quick description of their book, followed by a spoiler free disc... more

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Latest Episodes

Horror podcaster and journalist Matthew Jackson from The Scares That Shaped Us was nice enough to help me carry the huge burden of curating a list of September releases to talk about.

Matthew’s podcast has a fun theme where he interviews authors ab... more

I believe it was Clay McLeod Chapman that recently said to me that if you’re going to do vampires in your story, you have to find an original way to do it. Which admittedly in this day and age is a challenge. There are scant possibilities that have y... more

The Girl in the Video by Michael David Wilson releases on August 25th

Friend of the podcast Michael David Wilson of This Is Horror has a new edition of his breakout novella The Girl In The Video coming out soon, and it was a terrific excuse to get t... more

Premium chapbook magnate Mitch Hull joined me in this episode to talk about all the crazy good books that are releasing this month. It’s The ARC Party’s Horror TBR series, and in it we talk about twelve amazing August releases.

In the episode we al... more

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Recent Guests

Craig Wallwork
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Episode: Craig Wallwork - THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL TO BEING A VAMPIRE
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George Dunn
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Paul Tremblay
Horror author
Episode: Paul Tremblay - DEAD BUT DREAMING OF ELECTRIC SHEEP
Joshua Millican
Author of Dopefoot and Teleportasm
Independent author / The ARC Party guest
Episode: Joshua Millican - DOPEFOOT

Host

Rob Olson
Host of The ARC Party and frequent interviewer in horror publishing discussions

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great to have Robb back in books

    The perfect followup pod to the classic Booked. Podcast, ARC party is a celebration of indie, and some have grown into not-so indie, authors and presses making some of the best fiction out there. Check out where future big-time talent gets its start, and hear what the cool kids are reading next.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ABC&NBC
    United States3 years ago
  • A great podcast

    Arc Party is a must listen for any avid reader. Rob is passionate about literature and offers an in-depth analysis that’s both insightful and entertaining, highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jjgatwood
    United States3 years ago
  • ALL THE BOOKS.

    Are you a book nerd that loves horror? Then Robb has got you. You’ll hear from great authors you love about their newest books coming out.

    Or you can miss out. That’s fine I guess.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheGilligan
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise deep, insightful discussions of upcoming horror titles.
The host shows real enthusiasm and expertise in horror publishing.
Guests are a strong mix of authors and industry pros, with practical publishing insights.
The format blends book talk with publishing logistics, which feels valuable for sponsors and guests alike.

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Joshua Millican - DOPEFOOT
Q: Why did you choose a Bigfoot element as a central motif, and how does it interact with the farm setting?
Bigfoot is deeply ingrained in California lore and serves as a powerful icon to explore belief, culture, and the forest's ecosystem. It provides a way to anchor the story in local identity while inviting both believers and skeptics to engage with the mystery without breaking the narrative's serious tone and character-driven focus.
Eric LaRocca - AT DARK I BECOME LOATHSOME
Q: What was the inspiration for dedicating the book to Daniel Kraus?
LaRocca dedicated the book to Kraus because of his support and positive influence during a difficult year. Kraus had praised LaRocca's previous work, which meant a lot to him at a time when he struggled with it.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The ARC Party

What is The ARC Party about and what kind of topics does it cover?

High-level conversations frequently orbit the pleasures and mechanics of pre-release horror and genre publishing. Episodes mix author spotlights with spoiler-free discussions of themes, craft, and publishing workflows, often touching on ARC access, cover design, limited editions, and library outreach. The hosting duo and frequent guests bring a strong emphasis on indie presses, editorial collaboration, and the relationship between readers, authors, and publishers, with plenty of practical industry color for listeners who want to discover upcoming titles and understand how books get attention before release. A standout feature is the clear blend of deep literary discussion with behind‑the‑scenes publishing anecdotes, making it useful for lib... more

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2. Michael David Wilson
3. Ellen Datlow
4. Becky Spratford
5. Jeremy Robert Johnson
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