Episode Details

In this podcast, Dean Koontz talks about The House at the End of the World, Odd Thomas, spiritual experiences, and much more. [3:50] Early life lessons. [13:33] Seeing the divine through animals/A Big Little Life. [18:37] Impactful spiritual experiences. [20:41] Winning The Atlantic Monthly competition. [27:32] Self-doubt. [24:18] The shift and change in Dean's work ethic. [31:01] Dean's relationship with his father during his later years. [42:50] Initial reaction to Odd Thomas from publishers and editors. [56:05] Logistics of researching for novels. [49:27] The House at the End of the World. [1:06:33] Pacing in Dean's work and tips for writers. [1:13:22] Chapter titles. [1:18:05] Luke, via Patreon, asks if Dean has ever had an idea that felt too horrific to write. [1:21:28] Jon Shank, via Patreon, asks if Dean will re-release How To Write Bestselling Fiction. [1:22:17] Larry Torre, via Patreon, asks which of Dean’s books are his favourites. [1:24:54] Daz Eek, via Patreon asks about writers who have enchanted Dean with their use of the English language. [1:28:51] Final thoughts. Full podcast show notes are available here: https://www.thisishorror.co.uk/tih-481-dean-koontz-on-the-house-at-the-end-of-the-world-odd-thomas-and-spiritual-experiences Support This Is Horror Podcast on Patreon here: https://patreon.com/thisishorror