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Paperback Warrior

Paperback Warrior

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 Paperback Warrior is the internet’s best podcast for vintage fiction reviews and features in the action-adventure, hardboiled crime, western, pulp, comic, and espionage genres.Copyright Paperback Warrior Art Literary History & Criticism
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  • Conversations - David Agranoff

    Conversations - David Agranoff
    Sep 22 2025
    This in-depth interview explores the work and creative philosophy of author David Agranoff, known for blending horror, science fiction, and political commentary. The discussion covers his literary influences—ranging from heavy metal and punk rock to authors like Alistair MacLean and Philip K. Dick—and how they inform his fast-paced, visceral writing style.

    0:00 - Intro
    1:28 - Heavy Metal
    4:14 - Alistair MacLean Influences
    7:05 - GD Killing Machines
    8:53 - Last Night to Kill Nazis
    17:06 - Childhood
    18:07 - Hunting the Moon Tribe
    19:40 - Style of Writing
    24:58 - The Vegan Revolution...with Zombies
    32:26 - Punk Rock Ghost Story
    46:24 - Paperback Warrior on Last Night to Kill Nazis
    1:01:16 - Great America in Dead World
    1:06:19 - Nightmare City
    1:07:58 - Bizarro
    1:11:43 - Dickheads Podcast
    1:14:11 - Conclusion
    Get the Book: https://amzn.to/4po8Szm
    David Agranoff Online: https://www.facebook.com/david.agranoff.5
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Conversations - Greg F. Gifune

    Conversations - Greg F. Gifune
    Sep 16 2025
    In this in-depth conversation, acclaimed horror author Greg F. Gifune discusses his literary journey, publishing experiences, writing philosophy, and the psychological themes that define his work. From early magazine publications to film adaptations, this episode offers a comprehensive look into the mind of one of dark fiction’s most nuanced storytellers. Also, an exclusive first look at the cover art for Gifune's newest novel, the anticipated PACK ANIMALS, set for publication by Crossroad Press on December 16th 2025.

    00:00 - Intro
    01:57 - Early Magazine Appearances
    07:19 - Heretics
    08:56 - Gifune's Childhood
    16:33 - Pre-Writing Career
    25:14 - Advice for Young Writers
    32:46 - Delirium Publishing
    34:40 - Rise and Fall of Dark Fuse Publishing
    44:43 - Journal Stone Publishing
    46:00 - The Definition of "Writer"
    48:40 - Psychological Storytelling
    01:02:20 - The Rain Dancers
    01:04:15 - Can Anything Scare Us?
    01:09:38 - Crossroad Press Deal
    01:11:23 - The Standing Dead
    01:13:01 - Savages
    01:15:59 - Pack Animals
    01:23:10 - Long After Dark Movie Adaptation
    01:26:54 - Movie Options
    01:30:11 - Conclusion

    Preorder links:
    Amazon paperback link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1637893434
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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • Conversations - The Book Graveyard

    Conversations - The Book Graveyard
    Sep 1 2025
    The Paperback Warrior collides with The Book Graveyard for another "Guide to Gothics" episode. On this show, Eric and Nick discuss a 1972 Dell Gothic paperback titled, "Decoy in Diamonds". The episode includes a review of the book, discussion of the author Natalie Gates, the Cincinnati Reds, the New York Giants, and a showcase of 10 Gothic paperbacks. Also, view the video on YouTube HERE.
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    1 hr and 1 min
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