In this thrilling episode of Dripping Creativity, host Chris Corvan welcomes the wonderfully quirky Lee Glenwright, an author who seamlessly blends dark fiction with a delightful sense of humor. Known for his love of horror and classic EC comics, Lee dives deep into his writing journey, sharing insights about his forthcoming novel, Penance, set to release on September 19th.

Lee recounts his early days of writing, the challenges of facing rejection, and the importance of perseverance in the creative process. He discusses his fascination with horror as a genre, explaining how it serves as a reflection of human nature and emotion. With a penchant for crafting compelling “what if” scenarios, Lee reveals how his unique perspective shapes his storytelling.

As they explore the themes and characters of Penance, Lee shares his inspirations, from 80s horror to the influence of Ray Bradbury. Listeners will be captivated by his thoughts on the necessity of dark humor in horror and the balance between description and pacing in body horror writing.

Join Chris and Lee for a lively discussion about the intricacies of horror fiction, the creative process, and the significance of staying true to oneself as an artist. Don’t miss the rapid-fire Q&A where Lee shares his favorite horror films, books, and the reptiles that inspire him!

Find Lee Glenwright:

Amazon page: https://www.amazon.co.uk/stores/Lee-Glenwright/author/B01MQYEP44

Website: https://leeglenwright.weebly.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LeeGlenwrightWriter/

Threads: @leeglenwrightwriter

BlueSky: @leeglenwright.bsky.social

And here’s where you can find Chris Corvan:

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Music by: GRIDLAZER

Stay creative, stay inspired, and until next time, see ya!