So last week I wrote up a review on Laird Barron's new novel, The Croning. In relation to that review (which I seemed to have posted a bit prematurely), Mr. Barron, himself, was kind enough to answer a few questions for me!!
LB: I researched the history of the Olympia, WA region, and the Pacific NW in general; something I do for most of my stories that are set in those areas. I also looked into several international intelligence agencies--chiefly the CIA and Nation Security Agency.
FWF: What is your favorite occult film?
LB: The Exorcist and Session 9.
FWF: What sparked your fascination with fear?
LB: I’m not certain what the root cause might be, I only know that the attraction began in early childhood. My family read voraciously. We also entertained ourselves by telling stories--I discovered I had a talent for spooking my brothers with tales of the macabre and the uncanny. Perhaps I took a bit too much encouragement from their fright.
FWF: A few of your stories feature a strong bond between protagonist and canine companion. We here at FWF are certainly huge animal lovers, would you say the same for yourself?
LB: I love animals and have a soft spot for dogs in particular. My loyal companion Athena is a ten year old pit bull mix I rescued as a puppy. She’s been with me through thick and thin this past decade.
*Again, check out his new novel, The Croning, or any work of his if you haven't yet!! In my review I attached a link where you can read his story featured in Nightmare Magazine for FREE!!!
I would like to thank Mr. Barron for doing this for our humble little blog. Stay scary, dude!
As someone who has been interviewed or two in his time (whether it was for my writing or political activities), I have to say that it is the smaller publications (blogs these days)are the ones were the more loyal readers/fans are. It's awesome he did that.
ReplyDeleteI know!!! Thanks for reading Doug!
ReplyDeleteMy pleasure, as always.
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