Shadows and Ink Podcast
The Shadows and Ink Podcast is for devotees of horror and crime, where the lines between reality and fiction blur and the pen drips red…
Dive deep into the horror genre as host A. F. Stewart grills today’s dark fiction authors, revealing juicy tidbits about their books. Go behind the shadowy curtain as insider secrets spill with publishers, narrators, and industry professionals. Savor the discussions as we delve into the tropes, the characters, and everything horror fans adore.
The Shadows and Ink Podcast is for devotees of horror and crime, where the lines between reality and fiction blur and the pen drips red…
Dive deep into the horror genre as host A. F. Stewart grills today’s dark fiction authors, revealing juicy tidbits about their books. Go behind the shadowy curtain as insider secrets spill with publishers, narrators, and industry professionals. Savor the discussions as we delve into the tropes, the characters, and everything horror fans adore.
Episodes

Dec 20, 2024
Horror For The Holidays
Dec 20, 2024
Dec 20, 2024
28 min
It is time to cozy up to that fire with a hot chocolate and listen to the chat as Lily Luchesi and I discuss the process of writing horror into the holidays.
Lily's Website: https://lilyluchesibooks.wixsite.com/lilyluchesi
Partners in Crime Book Services: https://www.facebook.com/PartnersInCrimeBookServices/
Lily's Amazon Page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Lily-Luchesi/author/B00GBFAE0E
Dec 20, 2024
28 min

Nov 20, 2024
Nov 20, 2024
2 hr 2 min
Welcome to the second of a two-part extravaganza, showcasing the epic horror anthology, Bestiary of Blood. In this really super-sized episode, we chat with three of the authors (one of whom is also the editor). Jamal Hodge, Steven Barnes, and Nzondi discuss the book, the artistry, and challenges of writing, and the host even gets a surprise from one of the guests.
Bestiary of Blood: https://getbook.at/Bestiary
Jamal Hodge: https://www.writerhodge.com/
Steven Barnes: https://www.steven-barnes.com/
Nzondi: https://www.nzondi.com/
Star Wars: Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Windu-Glass-Abyss/dp/0593723430
Nov 20, 2024
2 hr 2 min

Oct 20, 2024
Oct 20, 2024
1 hr 27 min
Welcome to the first of a two-part extravaganza, showcasing the epic horror anthology, Bestiary of Blood. In this super-sized episode, we chat with four of the authors, Linda Addison, Colleen Anderson, Cynthia Pelayo, Angela Yuriko Smith about writing a fable, the challenges of writing, and even get into some spicy slug talk.
Bestiary of Blood: https://getbook.at/Bestiary
Linda Addison: https://lindaaddisonwriter.com/
Colleen Anderson: https://colleenanderson.wordpress.com/
Cynthia Pelayo: https://cinapelayo.com/
Angela Yuriko Smith: https://authortunities.substack.com/
Oct 20, 2024
1 hr 27 min

Sep 20, 2024
Sep 20, 2024
34 min
Come join the chat as author Marc L. Abbot discusses the zombie subgenre of horror, their evolution, and more.
Marc's Website: https://whoismarclabbott.com/
This episode is brought to you by the novel, It Eats Your Hunger by Joseph Murnane.
Pick up your copy today on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/Eats-Your-Hunger-Joseph-Murnane-ebook/dp/B0D7HWYG19
Sep 20, 2024
34 min

Aug 20, 2024
A Walk Through the Graveyard with Loren Rhoads
Aug 20, 2024
Aug 20, 2024
35 min
We are chatting about cemeteries with author Loren Rhoads and discussing her new book, 222 Cemeteries to See Before You Die. Listen as we talk about spooky experiences and interesting graveyard facts.
Loren's Website: https://lorenrhoads.com/
222 Cemeteries to See Before You Die: https://www.amazon.com/222-Cemeteries-See-Before-You-ebook/dp/B0CPF8HYQM/
A free companion guide for the book 222 Cemeteries to See Before You Die: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/obbqnlf7lc
Aug 20, 2024
35 min

Aug 11, 2024
Mystery and Malice: Millennial Murder Mystery
Aug 11, 2024
Aug 11, 2024
30 min
The first Mystery and Malice True Crime Bonus Episode.
A speculative discussion on an unsolved twenty-year-old case of a murder committed at a South African university.
Hosted by Gert Hanekom and Karen van Vuuren
Aug 11, 2024
30 min

Jul 20, 2024
Final Girls: Protagonist or Problematic?
Jul 20, 2024
Jul 20, 2024
32 min
In this episode we are talking about the classic horror trope, The Final Girl, with author and horror fan Elaine Pascale. Come join us as we go in depth on final girl origins and what makes that trope tick.
Elaine's Website: https://elainepascale.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doclaney/
And you can check out Elaine's and the other Ladies of Horror's flash fiction here: https://spreadingthewritersword.com/
Jul 20, 2024
32 min

Jun 20, 2024
Inside Narration with Joe Hempel
Jun 20, 2024
Jun 20, 2024
29 min
Our guest for this episode is audiobook narrator, Joe Hempel. He chats about his process, gives advice, and shares what it is like to narrate an audiobook.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joe.hempel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/voiceofjoey/
This episode brought to you courtesy of the Murder Coaster Podcast: https://murdercoasterpodcast.com/
Jun 20, 2024
29 min

May 20, 2024
In Depth with Author Jasper Bark
May 20, 2024
May 20, 2024
47 min
An interview with ever delightful horror author Jasper Bark, who chats about his books and writing process.
Multiple award winning author, Jasper Bark is infectious – and there’s no known cure. If you’re reading this you’re already contaminated. The symptoms will manifest any time soon. There’s nothing you can do about it. There’s no itching or unfortunate rashes, but you’ll become obsessed with his mind-bending books.Jasper's website: www.jasperbark.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasperbark/
This episode brought to you courtesy of Crystal Lake Entertainment’s new book series Draw You In by Jasper Bark
Draw You In Vol. 1: Collector’s Item: https://geni.us/DrawYouIn1
May 20, 2024
47 min

Apr 20, 2024
Talking Horror Greats with Stanley Wiater
Apr 20, 2024
Apr 20, 2024
29 min
A terrific interview with Stanley Wiater as he chats about horror, interviewing legendary authors, and more...
Stanley's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DarkDreamers
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/darkdreamerstv
This episode brought to you courtesy of the debut novel from Mark Guyer, Phantom Delivery.
Available now on Amazon and Kindle Unlimited from Raven Tale Publishing.
Book link: https://www.amazon.com/Phantom-Delivery-Nostalgiamares-Book-1-ebook/dp/B0CJYN8W3N/
Apr 20, 2024
29 min

Shadows and Ink
Brought to you by Crystal Lake Publishing.
Featuring author interviews, horror discussions, and book chats. Perfect for fans of the horror genre and dark fiction.
Hosted by A. F. Stewart.
The Mystery and Malice Bonus Episode hosted by Gert Hanekom and Karen van Vuuren.








