The Flayed Man, Obligation, and Sapphic Vampires with Chloe Lauter
Welcome to episode 3 of This Might Sound Strange, a horror fiction podcast where tarot cards direct the conversation. Our guest today is Chloe Lauter, whose debut novel THE FLAYED MAN has already made waves.
It received rave reviews from Library Journal and was named one of Debutiful’s Most Anticipated Books of 2026. Paul Tremblay calls it a “lyrical, inventive horror novel that is emotionally stirring and authentic.” Chloe delivers propulsive action and beautiful prose, while never losing sight of the novel’s tender emotional heart. It’s a stunning novel and if you haven’t read it yet, we hope this episode might convince you to pick it up!
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Until next time…stay strange!
xoxo,
Michelle & Maya
Credits:
Logo and artwork by Chris Panatier
Music by Tony Morales
Books mentioned
Sharp Teeth by Toby Barlow
Mongrels by Stephen Graham Jones
Films mentioned
Bound (Dir. Lana Wachowski, Lilly Wachowski)
Love Lies Bleeding (Dir. Rose Glass)
Near Dark (Dir. Kathryn Bigelow)
TV Shows mentioned
What We Do in the Shadows (2019)
Videos mentioned
Kristen Stewart doing pull-ups: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSxp8TwjGC_/?hl=en
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