by Robb Olson
Your first look at upcoming books! My goal with the ARC Party is to connect readers with books before they release! Much of the success of a new book is connected to pre-orders and early sales numbers, but sometimes people don't hear about a book until long after it's been released. An episode typically consists of an author giving a quick description of their book, followed by a spoiler free discussion about it. We often talk about themes, characters, settings, etc. But I'm careful to not talk about anything that would ruin the reading experience! <br/><br/><a href="https://www.thearcparty.com?utm_medium=podcast">www.thearcparty.com</a>
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April 17, 2025
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://bookshop.org/lists/sam-rebelein">Buy Sam’s Books and preorder GALLOWAY’S GOSPEL</a></p><p>Something’s Wrong in the Hudson Valley</p><p>Guys, if there’s one thing I’ve been consistent on when it comes to author Sam Rebelein, it’s dragging my ass — to my own detriment. Back when his debut novel EDENVILLE released last about a year ago, I heard great things about it, listened to Sam talk about it on podcasts, and failed to actually read the thing. </p><p>So when I heard THE POORLY MADE AND OTHER THINGS was imminent and ostensibly a prequel, I knew this time around, I wasn’t going to miss my chance to get Sam on to talk. And hell, I can see why Becky Spratford raved about this collection on my <a target="_blank" href="https://www.thearcparty.com/p/2025-horror-preview">2025 Horror Preview episode</a>! </p><p>This book is a collection of short stories centralized in Renfield County in upstate New York, where things, at some point, went sour. There are legends of a brutal killing that may have cursed the land. Or at least things aren’t always what they seem in the area. Whether you believe the rumors or not, just be sure to avoid the old fella who sits in the bathtub on the roadside. </p><p>In this episode as we talk about the book, we explore the idea of spoiled earth narratives and the concept of spoiled land — be it hungry or angry. We talk about author shared universes and how Sam wrote his books to all work together in the same geographical locus. </p><p>And of course, we talked about punching nazis a bit. How’s that saying go? If you see one, punch one. I think that’s right.</p><p>Ah! But back to the original point. Dragging my ass. This conversation was recorded in the beginning of March (a month marked by intense podcast recording activity, which pushed the inevitable release of this great conversation out by weeks and weeks. Apologies everyone for keeping this gem from you. It’s a doozy.) </p><p>But it all works out! Because even though this is a discussion about THE POORLY MADE, really it’s also promotion for GALLOWAY’S GOSPEL which drops this September. </p><p>So it all shakes out, see? And with that, I hope you enjoy this episode.</p><p>Here you go, YouTube snobs:</p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.thearcparty.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.thearcparty.com/subscribe</a>
April 7, 2025
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://shop.shortwavepublishing.com/products/the-sundowners-dance-a-novel-hardcover">Preorder signed copies here!</a></p><p>Hey, neighbor!</p><p>When I heard Todd Keisling — an author I knew as a writer of Appalachian horror/cosmic horror — was writing a book about a widower moving to a retirement home… I couldn’t resist. There was no way this was going to be anything but awesome. And I was right, but Todd also plunged his hand into my chest and ripped my still-beating heart out. Which is to say that even though I knew what I was in for, I didn’t know what was coming. </p><p>I know I tend to dwell on the more emotionally significant aspects of stories, and man, this was a Venus fly trap for my sentimental mind. Grief, control, dignity, all explored in this talk of an old man who just wants to be left alone to die. From the first few pages, Todd had me feeling the grief of a man who lived a full life with his love, and lost her. A grief I didn’t earn, but I felt anyway.</p><p>But it’s not all doldrums. In this interview, we talked about bunch about the classic film The ‘Burbs, and how it was an inspiration for the “something’s not quite right” vibe in this sleepy retirement community… with a meteorite smack-dab in the middle of it. Todd describes it as a pulpy story, and I gotta agree. </p><p>All in all, Todd balances the pulp, the feels, and the cosmic madness perfectly, leaving you at once very emotional, a little off, and just fully satisfied from such a great reading experience. </p><p>Be sure to follow the preorder link above to get yourself a copy of this amazing book. You’ll be supporting a small publisher, and you’ll get some extra goodies too, I believe.</p><p>For the YouTube folks:</p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.thearcparty.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.thearcparty.com/subscribe</a>
March 31, 2025
<p><a target="_blank" href="https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/daddys-boy-by-michael-david-wilson/">Preorder directly from This Is Horror</a></p><p>I was on ‘Naked Attraction’</p><p>Michael David Wilson has established himself as a horror institution over the last decade and a half, and so naturally when there’s a new novel out with his name on it, it’s gonna be horror right? Nah. But don’t let that deter you, horror heads, because this is a dame fine read even if it’s lacking in vampires or werewolves. </p><p>DADDY’S BOY opens with a down on his luck thirty year old on line at the bank to get a loan to pay his landlord, as well as for his legal expenses for his recently lost custody battle over his cat. Things couldn’t get much worse for Wentworth. Until Norman comes into his life with promises of a windfall that nobody could refuse. </p><p>Only, it’s not that kind of story, and Norman isn’t much good at much. Especially cooking sausages. </p><p>Michael David Wilson weaves a story of clumsy heists, dangerous neighbors, poorly cooked food, and the worst of family ties. Does anybody come out of it better? You’ll have to read it to know. What I can tell you is that it’s a cheeky, fun read and you’ll have a good time with it even if you don’t know why Jeremy Corbyn is. </p><p>If you’re looking for a dark wit, absurd humor, and poignant thoughts about what life is all about, and what it means to be a father, this is your book. </p><p>For the YouTube folks:</p><p></p> <br/><br/>This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit <a href="https://www.thearcparty.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2">www.thearcparty.com/subscribe</a>
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