The Nightmare Engine Podcast | EP 5 with Boris Bacic

04/08/22 • 50 min

Host: David Viergutz is a disabled Army Veteran, Law Enforcement Veteran, husband and proud father. He is an author of stories from every flavor of horror.

Take the plunge into David’s imagination as he delivers chill-bringing adventures where the good guy doesn’t always win.

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Host: Jay Bower is a horror author living outside St. Louis, MO in the forest of Southern Illinois. He spends his time reading, writing, and convincing his wife the dark stories he writes do not involve her. He's the author of several dark novels and short stories.
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Host: David Viergutz is a disabled Army Veteran, Law Enforcement Veteran, husband and proud father. He is an author of stories from every flavor of horror.

Take the plunge into David’s imagination as he delivers chill-bringing adventures where the good guy doesn’t always win.

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Who needs an exorcism? - Jay Bower | S1:E4

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The conversation also includes a discussion on the portrayal of exorcism in fiction and movies, with the hosts and Jay Bower exploring the common depiction of Catholic priests as the ones who respond to demonic possession. They discuss the hierarchical structures of different denominations and how that affects their approach to such situations.The discussion also touches on researching different denominations and their protocols for dealing with possessions, which could inform the writing process and add authenticity to the story.

00:02:00 Explanation of beta readers and ARC readers

00:04:00 Difference between beta readers and ARC readers

00:06:00 Importance of art and beta teams and their intimate connection with readers

00:08:00 Exclusive benefits of being a beta reader and receiving early access to the story

00:13:00 Different flavors of horror and invitation for readers to find their preferred genre

00:14:00 Importance of connection with readers and appreciation for fan mail

00:17:00 Coping with feeling down and finding motivation

00:20:00 Different methods for clearing one's head

00:26:00 David’s experience as an overnight beat cop and how it affects his writing

00:27:00 Jay's experience of scaring himself while writing and reader's connection to horror books

00:31:00 Discussion on religion and its role in fiction and nonfiction stories about possession and demonic possession

00:33:00 Depiction of exorcists in fiction and the role of Catholicism

00:35:00 Differences between denominations and their approach to possession and exorcism

00:40:00 Discussion on researching the role of religion in fiction and personal interest

00:43:00 Exploring the role of different denominations in possession stories

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Creating Fear Together: The Intricacies of Co-Writing Horror

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Ever wondered what goes into co-writing a unique story? As horror authors, we (David Viergutz and Jay Bower) shed light on our experience of sharing a vision, and the importance of having a healthy working relationship with a co-author. Tune in to listen to our sculpting analogy of shaping and reshaping each other's work to create the perfect narrative. This episode will give you a sneak peek into the intricacies of creating a story with multiple perspectives, and the delicate balance it requires in character development and story structure.
As we discuss our latest works, like Jay's short story collection Hanging Corpses, and his upcoming novel Every Time I Die, as well as David's cultist tale Old Scratch, you'll also hear about the excitement that surrounds the completion of our latest book project. We're overjoyed to share our plans to celebrate, which includes a book giveaway and a cover reveal. We promise you won't want to miss out on all the thrilling details of our indie author journey!
Finally, we also share some insights into the upcoming events in our calendar like the 20 Books Vegas, a convention for indie authors, and Scares That Care Author Con, a charity event. We aim to bring you into the heart of the indie author community, with an episode brimming with writerly insights, horror, and a glimpse into the world of author conventions and charity events. So grab your headphones, sit back, and let's dive into the dark, exciting world of horror writing!
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If you enjoy listening to the podcast, please do leave a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts and let us know in your review who you want to see next on the podcast. Thanks!

You can also Tweet me @ViergutzDavid and tell me what horror author you want to hear from next, or what topics you want me to cover. 🙏🙏