Laird Barron Sings "A FRONTIER DEATH SONG" for "FIRST WORD ON HORROR" (EXCLUSIVE)

This Friday, the “First Word on Horror” series continues with a profile of horror author and poet Laird Barron. Viewers can expect the next episode in the Substack series to dive deep into Barron and his works. Fans of his are already familiar with the brutality of his world and his characters, but where did it come from? The ominously-titled episode “Frontier Death Song” allows a glimpse into his mind.

Paul Tremblay Talks to Macabre Daily About The "FIRST WORD ON HORROR" (INTERVIEW)!

While there’s an undeniable horror boom happening in film and TV, there’s a lesser-known renaissance happening in the literary world. Authors like Grady Hendrix, Victor LaValle, Clay McLeod Chapman, Adam Cesare, CJ Leede and so many more have been releasing incredible horror fiction in the last few years. Barnes & Nobles all over the country now have a dedicated horror section so you don’t have to scour the fiction section. Capitalizing on this new wave is Substack, who have released “First Word on Horror,” a 15-part documentary series about the latest and greatest horror authors.

Episode One of "FIRST WORD ON HORROR" with Stephen Graham Jones is Slashtastic! (REVIEW)

The 1st episode of “First Word on Horror” has aired featuring New York Times bestselling author Stephen Graham Jones. We’re bringing you our review of that segment and a look at what to expect in the coming weeks as five of the most exciting authors in horror literature give viewers an inside look into what horror means to them.

ReviewsSean O’ConnorFebruary 12, 2025Author: Sean O'Connor, Reviews, Stephen Graham Jones, Philip Gelatt, Etch Film, EG PR 0 Comments

Stephen Graham Jones Dazzles Us With His Episode for "FIRST WORD ON HORROR" (INTERVIEW)

Stephen Graham Jones joins us for a fantastic discussion about his journey into horror, why “Scream” was a turning point, and the slasher's magic. His episode for “First Word on Horror” kicks the series off and immediately establishes this documentary as a “must-watch” for anyone who has ever turned the page of a book.

Macabre Daily Gets The "FIRST WORD ON HORROR" With Director Philip Gelatt (INTERVIEW)

“First Word on Horror,” a fifteen-part documentary series that profiles five of the finest horror writers working today: Stephen Graham Jones, Paul Tremblay, Elizabeth Hand, Laird Barron, and Mariana Enriquez. Across multiple episodes, each author discusses their life, inspirations, philosophies, and writing techniques while reading one of their short stories.

Cast Expands Before Production Begins On "THE YETI"

“THE YETI” adds incredible cast members Brittany Allen, Eric Nelsen, Corbin Bernsen, and William Sadler to the film starring Jim Cummings. Read inside for more details!

"FIRST WORD ON HORROR" Teases How "SCREAM" Changed Stephen Graham Jones Life (CLIP)

This week, we have a fantastic clip featuring bestselling author and slasher film expert Stephen Graham Jones (“My Heart is a Chainsaw”) discussing the first time he saw Wes Craven’s “Scream” and the immediate effect it had on him. This clip shows the magic of finding something you didn’t know you were looking for.

"FIRST WORD ON HORROR" (2025) Documentary Promises An Embarrassment Of Horror Author Riches! (TRAILER)

FIRST WORD ON HORROR is a fifteen-part documentary series that profiles five of the finest horror writers working today. Across multiple episodes, each author discusses their life, inspirations, philosophies, and writing techniques while reading one of their short stories.