Authors! with Clay McLeod Chapman

** About the event **
Join the "master of modern horror" Clay McLeod Chapman for a spine-tingling evening as he introduces his latest novel, The Devil Inside. Acclaimed for The Remaking and Whisper Down the Lane, Ghost Eaters, and more Chapman will dive into the inspiration behind his newest tale of terror, exploring his signature blend of psychological dread, supernatural suspense, and the unsettling thin line between reality and nightmare. This discussion is a must-attend for fans of southern gothic influences, visceral storytelling, and fiction that lingers long after the final page is turned.
This event features a 45-minute discussion followed by a brief audience Q&A. Each ticket includes one copy of The Devil Inside.
** About the book **
The Devil Inside is a harrowing journey into the heart of darkness. When a string of inexplicable, violent occurrences begins to plague a small, tight-knit community, local legends of an ancient entity return to the surface. The story follows a skeptical investigator forced to confront his own traumatic past as he realizes that the evil haunting the town might be more personal—and more internal—than he ever dared to imagine. It is a masterful exploration of grief, possession, and the monsters we carry within us.
** About the author **
Clay McLeod Chapman is the celebrated author of Ghost Eaters, What Kind of Mother, and Whisper Down the Lane. Known for his "unsettling and infectious" prose, his work spans novels, comic books, and stage plays. Chapman is a frequent contributor to Marvel Comics and has seen his work adapted for both film and television. Originally from Richmond, Virginia, he is a master of the macabre who currently resides in Brooklyn, where he continues to find new ways to keep his readers awake at night.