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She Wore Black

Agatha Andrews

A gothic, mystery and horror podcast.

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September 17 · 54 min
E220: Theater Gothic with Erin Craig
Today Erin Craig returns to the show to chat about “Theater in Gothic.” Erin’s new book, OUR STRANGE DUET, is a retelling of PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Erin does make a point of noting that this is not a retelling of the novel. Rather, it’s a tie-in to the 40th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s musical, so our theme is tied to both the theatrical story and the theatrical production. I hope you enjoy our book recommendations! All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
September 10 · 57 min
E219: Rachel Harrison and KISS SLAY REPLAY
Today Rachel Harrison returns to the show to chat about her new book, KISS SLAY REPLAY, a horror timeloop novel with Rachel’s signature wit, wisdom, and creativity. We chat about the range of horrors in the novel, from monsters to facing each new day with normal responsibilities. We also chat about brides, dead brides, weddings with paintings of dead brides, and the good, the bad and the ugly of weddings. We talk about writing too, and I hope it’s helpful. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
September 3 · 24 min
E218: Hazel Beck and SOME KIND OF HAUNTED
Today I welcome Megan Crane and Nicole Helm to the show, the writing duo known as Hazel Beck. It’s a short episode, but we pack a lot in, including their origin story and Witchlore series, leaning into “cozy horror” for their new book, SOME KIND OF HAUNTED, and their twist on twins and fiber arts to bring about that cozy and horror combination for effective genre blending. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
August 27 · 1 hr 12 min
E217: Horse Books for Horse Reasons! with Anna Rose Reads and Lorin from Paperback Bish
Today I welcome Anna from Anna Rose Reads, and Lorin from Paperback Bish in an episode full of equine delights. It’s our long awaited Horse episode where we chat about horses in fiction, from childhood stories to genre books like romance and horror. You’ll be able to tell from all our laughter that we had a great time and I hope you learn a few things about horse symbolism and get a few book recs along the way. I’d intended to post this episode a few weeks from now, but with everything happening right now, I felt the need to move this up. Anna and Lorin have been diligent in their research of reputable groups trying to combat the horrifying wild horse round ups. Links to these organizations, including The Wild Horse Refuge and American Wild Horse Conservation, will be in my show notes with the books we recommend at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
August 20 · 45 min
E216: Sisters in Gothic with Del Sandeen
Today Del Sandeen returns to the show to chat about one of my favorite themes, “Sisters in Gothic.” Del’s’ new book, THESE WALLS REMEMBER, is the perfect tie-in to this topic, and it was really interesting that I found someone else who is an only child that shared my interest and enthusiasm for sisters as a character type in Gothic and Horror. There is a lot of range in the books we recommend. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
August 13 · 54 min
E215: Olivie Blake on Hollywood Gothic, Fire as Eco-Horror, and DREAMLAND
Today I welcome Olivie Blake to the show to discuss her new Hollywood set Gothic novel, DREAMLAND. You might know her from her fantasy sensation, THE ATLAS SIX, but she writes Horror as well, with an intelligence and depth that I am delighted to highlight here. We chat about everything from her use of identity for Gothic isolation to her use of fires as eco-horror. It’s a great conversation and it was my honor to have her on the show. All links and show notes are at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
August 6 · 22 min
E214: Twisted Spine - Indie Bookshop Spotlight
Today I’m launching a new series that features Independent Book Stores, and I’ve invited Lauren Komer from the Twisted Spine to kick things off! We chat about who they are, their inspiration to open a Horror bookstore, and we learn about their programs and books their customers clamor for. It’s a fun peek into an important part of the book world. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
July 30 · 58 min
E213: Witch in the Woods with AG Slatter
Today I welcome AG Slatter to the show, also known as Angela Slatter. She writes incredible gothic fantasy fairy tale retellings, including her latest book, A FOREST, DARKLY, about a menopausal forest witch. This is why I invited her on to chat about a beloved character type, “The Witch in the Woods.” We have a great chat about the work these characters do in story and for the Gothic, and we give some great recommendations. Angela is a wonderful guest and I know you’re going to love this episode. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
July 23 · 34 min
E212: Chelsea Conradt's Creepy Dolls and Gothic Isolation
Today I have Chelsea Conradt on the show to chat about her new book, THE SECRET ATTIC. It’s a gothic with hoarding, creepy dolls and a nod to Rebecca. It was a treat to chat with Chelsea and I’m already excited for next book! Stay tuned until the end to hear what that one is all about. All links and show notes at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
July 14 · 1 hr 4 min
E211: French Gothic with Sara Hinkley
Happy Bastile Day! I’ve schedule this episode for today because I am joined by Sara Hinkley to chat about French Gothics. By this I don’t mean that very specific academic field that studies 19th century Gothic French novels. I mean we are chatting about Gothics, new and old, that take place in France. Sara’s book is a glorious ode to vampires, the theater, and the Romantique of dark stories in France, so she was the perfect guest for this. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
June 25 · 1 hr 10 min
E210: Simone St. James and Christina Henry on the Iconic Mary Stewart
Today’s episode is one of the most special I’ve ever recorded, at least for me. Simone St. James and Christina Henry join me for a conversation about the books of Mary Stewart, an extremely influential Suspense writer that wrote smart, independent women using gorgeous and witty prose. Her ability to write banter, romantic tension and high stakes suspense is unmatched, and it was such a joy to me to speak with two wonderful authors who love her work as much as I do. All links and show notes at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
June 18 · 46 min
E209: Hollywood, Self-Publishing, and Big 5 Publishing with TJ Payne
Today I have TJ Payne on the show to chat about writing and how his career has taken him from Hollywood writing rooms to self-publishing to publishing with one of the Big 5. TJ’s screenwriting experience includes cherished memories working with Rob Reiner and on new and upcoming Netflix shows like The Boroughs (produced by the Duffer Brothers) and Little House on the Prairie. I also chat about his latest book, INTERCEPTS. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
June 11 · 46 min
E208: THE MUMMY Readlikes with Kate Khavari
Today I welcome back the always delightful Kate Khavari to give you all some book recommendations if you love the movie The Mummy. Kate’s new book, A BOTANIST'S GUIDE TO TRADITION AND TREACHERY, is also a perfect book comp to this iconic film. As always, Kate has impeccable taste, and she did ask for feedback from you all that read these recs, so be sure to follow her on social media. All links and show notes available at sheworeblackpodcast.com
May 28 · 51 min
E207: Goth Girl Summer 2: Electric Boogaloo
Today I bring you another Goth Girl Summer episode with Rachel Harrison and Stephanie Gagnon from the Books in the Freezer podcast. We had so much fun with it last year, and there are an abundance of books perfect for summer that fit our spooky or melancholy moods so well. We had a great time, and I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we had fun making it. All links and show notes available on my website at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/ Book Recommendations: Rachel The Compound by Aisling Rawle Greedy by Callie Kazumk Now is Not the Time to Panic by Kevin Wilson What the World Will Look Like When All the Water Leaves Us by Laura van den Berg Stephanie Julie Chan is Dead by Liann Zhang Tell Me Yours, I’ll Tell You Mine by Kristina Ten Reliquary by Hanna Whitten Body Count by Cody Crowley Agatha Wildfire at Midnight by Mary Stewart The Rules of Magic by Alice Hoffman Anita De Monte Laughs Last by Xochitl Gonzalez Dead Until Dark by Charlaine Harris
May 21 · 40 min
E206: Crones, Demons, and Witches! Oh My! with CM Waggoner
Today I have C.M Waggoner on the show to chat about her books, THE VILLAGE LIBRARY DEMON HUNTING SOCIETY and THE SOMEWHAT WICKED WITCH OF BRIGANDALE. We discuss voice and humor, her ability to write “women of a certain age,” and what it means to write cozy books with stakes. I love her style, her wit and her incredible imagination, so definitely add her books to your TBRs. All links and show notes at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
May 14 · 51 min
E205: Black Witches in Fiction with Savannah Stephens
Today I welcome Savannah Stephens to the show to chat about Black Witches in fiction. To be clear, we are not talking about ‘black magic,’ we are discussing books that feature Black characters that are also witches. Savannah’s book, WITCH QUEEN RISING, is a genre blend of fantasy and horror that takes place in New Orleans. It has werewolves, vampires, and a witch who must reluctantly return home to assume her powers. We have some great book recommendations for you too. All links and show notes are available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
May 5 · 1 hr 6 min
E204: Collecting Vintage Paperbacks with Jennifer from "Art of the Clinch"
Today I have Jennifer from the famous social media accounts, “Art of the Clinch,” which features book covers and information on vintage romance paperbacks, including vintage gothics during October. I wanted an episode about collecting these old paperbacks, whether you’re interested in old clinch covers, “women running from houses” gothic romances, or paperbacks from hell, and I thought Jennifer was the perfect guest for this. She’s a librarian that uses her skills towards her own collection, as well as documenting information on artists and old book covers everywhere. I’ve followed Jennifer since ye old twitter days, though now I follow her on Instagram and Threads. She’s in a lot of places, though, which I will have in my show notes at sheworeblackpodcast.com
April 23 · 58 min
E203: Downton Abbey Readalikes with Moorea Corrigan
I’m particularly excited because today I welcome Moorea Coorigan to the show to chat about Downton Abbey Readalikes. Her book, Thistlemarsh, is a historical fantasy that takes place in the aftermath of WWI. She’s really well read on this historical period, as you’ll see in the show, and we had an absolute blast talking about how the books we picked connect to one of our favorite comfort shows. All links and show notes available at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
April 16 · 57 min
E202: Folk Horror with Dawn Kurtagich
Today I welcome Dawn Kurtagich to the show to chat about Folk Horror, a subgenre that spans the globe because of a universal interest in folklore and fairytale. We chose five books each as a springboard for our conversation, but we hope it helps if you want to give it a try. Dawn’s new book, THE SEVENTH SISTER, was the perfect launching pad for this subject since it’s about seven sisters who are sent to live on a remote island with their grandmother. It has rituals, forests and isolation…in other words, my favorite elements of Folk Horror. All links and show notes are at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/
April 9 · 40 min
E201: Cats in Fiction with Nicole Glover
Today I welcome Nicole Glover to the show to chat about Cats in Fiction. We cover a range of genres, from Gothic to Cozy Fantasy. Nicole’s latest book, THE STARSEEKERS, is a blend of murder mystery, magic, and science - specifically space travel. Naturally, a cat is also at the heart of this story. She was a lovely guest and will also my Patreon Book Club featured author in October with her book THE CONDUCTORS. I have Nicole’s books in my Bookshop if you want to support my show as well as independent bookstores nationwide. All links and show notes available on my website at https://www.sheworeblackpodcast.com/

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