Ink Blots: Author Interviews
Step inside the minds of storytellers with Ink Blots: Author Interviews — the podcast where books meet personality. Host Rob Southgate chats with authors across genres — from mystery to sci-fi, romance to non-fiction — diving deep into their creative process, personal journeys, and favorite reads. Each episode blends practical writing tips for aspiring authors with candid conversations about life, inspiration, and the stories that shaped them. Expect surprises, laughter, and the kind of insights only a great storyteller can provide. Whether you're an avid reader, a budding writer, or just love a good behind-the-scenes conversation, Ink Blots is your weekly dose of literary inspiration and creative fuel. Keywords: author interviews, writing tips, book lovers, fiction writing, storytelling, creative process, aspiring writers, writing advice, author life, Rob Southgate, reader community, genre fiction, behind the scenes, favorite books
Episodes
Haunting the Bayou with Blaine Daigle
This week on Ink Blots: Author Interviews, we step into the eerie world of Southern Gothic horror with Blaine Daigle, a Louisiana-based author whose terrifying tales are inspired by haunted plantations, cursed ...
Shadows & Seasons with Kristal Shanahan
On this episode of Ink Blots: Author Interviews, we welcome Kansas-based horror author Kristal Shanahan, a high school British literature teacher by day and spine-tingling storyteller by night.
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Lightning Round with R. J. Joseph
We had limited time when Rhonda sat down for an interview so we created a new show called Ink Blots: Lightning Round. What we have is a shorter, fast paced interview that is a lot of fun. Rhonda will be back on Ink Blots in a couple of weeks for a full interview, but for now, enjoy her Ligh...
Dystopia, Redemption, and the Human Spirit – A Conversation with Author John Cohn
📚 About John Cohn
Jon is the award winning horror and thriller novelist behind books like Slashtag, Everything is Temporary, and the ...
From Whispered Fears to Wicked Tales – A Conversation with Elizabeth Devecchi
In this chilling and thoughtful episode of Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate is joined by Elizabeth Devecchi, a rising voice in horror ...
From Covers to Creeps – A Conversation with Joey Powell
In this episode of Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate talks with multitalented horror creator Joey Powell — a writer, publisher, cover designer, and actor who...
Fear, Film, and Fiction – A Conversation with James Kaine
This week, host Rob Southgate descends into the chilling world of horror with bestselling author, publisher, and filmmaker James Kaine. From his ro...
🔖 About Joe Mclean:
After studying Shakespeare in college, nepotism from a general contractor uncle in NJ, delivered the education that would keep Joe fed while chasing artistic dreams. Ove...
Rob Southgate interviews Morgan Monroe and Kate Jenkins, a writing duo from Four Horsemen Publications, about their journey and upcoming projects. Morgan and Kate met in a pirate RPG game in 2000 and have since written eight books in their "Legends of Corellia" series, with the ninth book, "Restoration and Ruin," set to release on December 6. They also have a spin-off series, "The Duchess," with three books releasing i...
Rob Southgate interviews Eric Deckers, a humor columnist and author, about his upcoming appearance at Indie Pop Con 2025 in Indianapolis. Eric discusses his transition from Indiana to Orlando, his 30-year career in humor writing, and his recent book deals with Four Horsemen Publications. He shares insights into his writing process, influences like PG Wodehouse and Christopher Moore, and his experiences with humor colum...
Magic, Mayhem, and the Writer’s Mind – A Conversation with K.N. Fitzwater
This week on Ink Blots, host Rob Southgate sits down with K.N. Fitzwater, a rising voice in speculative fiction from
Claws, Clues, and Clever Crimes – A Conversation with Nick Smith
In this delightfully mysterious episode, host Rob Southgate sits down with Nick Smith, author of the unique and genre-blending cat noir myst...
In this mind-expanding episode, host Rob Southgate chats with Andy T. Hanson, science fiction author with 4 Horsemen Publications, about building futuristic worlds that feel eerily real. From his take on artificial intelligence and interstellar politics to his process for creati...
Join Rob Southgate for a captivating conversation with PC Nottingham, sci-fi author with 4 Horsemen Publications, whose stories are rich with mythology, immersive worldbuilding, and emotionally complex characters. In this episode, PC pulls...
In this episode, Rob Southgate interviews Chelsea Burton Dunn, a talented author from 4 Horsemen Publications, about her creative journey, writing process, and what fuels her passion for storytelling. Chelsea shares how her background in history and education influences her characters and plotlines, and gives valuable ...
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