Moths to the Flame
Moths to the Flame; Episode 16: Author Jessica McHugh
In this episode of Moths to the Flame, we dive into the dark and twisted world of horror with 2x Bram Stoker Award-nominated poet, multi-genre novelist, and internationally-produced playwright, Jessica McHugh. With twenty-nine books published in fourteen years, including her Elgin Award-nominated blackout poetry collections, “A Complex Accident of Life" and "Strange Nests,” her sci-fi bizarro romp, “The Green Kangaroos,” and her cross-generational horror series, “The Gardening Guidebooks Trilogy,” Jessica is a force to be reckoned with in the horror genre. Join us as we explore her journey into the horror genre, her writing process, and the inspiration behind her latest book, "The Quiet Ways I Destroy You." With its dark and twisted horror elements, this book is not for the faint of heart. Jessica's unique blend of speculative fiction and horror elements creates a chilling atmosphere that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss this episode as we discuss the challenges facing writers today, the evolution of the horror genre, and Jessica's tips for creating a chilling atmosphere or setting in your horror stories.
In this episode of Moths to the Flame, we dive into the dark and twisted world of horror with 2x Bram Stoker Award-nominated poet, multi-genre novelist, and internationally-produced playwright, Jessica McHugh. With twenty-nine books published in fourteen years, including her Elgin Award-nominated blackout poetry collections, “A Complex Accident of Life" and "Strange Nests,” her sci-fi bizarro romp, “The Green Kangaroos,” and her cross-generational horror series, “The Gardening Guidebooks Trilogy,” Jessica is a force to be reckoned with in the horror genre. Join us as we explore her journey into the horror genre, her writing process, and the inspiration behind her latest book, "The Quiet Ways I Destroy You." With its dark and twisted horror elements, this book is not for the faint of heart. Jessica's unique blend of speculative fiction and horror elements creates a chilling atmosphere that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Don't miss this episode as we discuss the challenges facing writers today, the evolution of the horror genre, and Jessica's tips for creating a chilling atmosphere or setting in your horror stories.