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S01E02 - Riffs, Angst, and a Malignant Muse: Descending into Cadaverous
Spooky Frog Horrifying Books Podcast
45 minutes
3 months ago
S01E02 - Riffs, Angst, and a Malignant Muse: Descending into Cadaverous
On this episode of the Spooky Frog Horrifying Book Podcast, hosts Samantha and Jeffy shred into the indie horror novel Cadaverous by Jay Bower. This visceral and surreal story is told through the blog posts of Gaige Penrod, a teenage metal guitarist whose creative ambition summons a demonic presence. The episode explores the book's blend of raw teen angst and supernatural dread, documenting a descent where the lines between artistic passion and self-destruction completely blur. Samantha also shares some behind-the-scenes details about the author, a Spooky Frog Book Fair alum, and the real-life inspirations behind the novel—from its origins as an emotional purge to a legendary Ozzy Osbourne concert during a solar eclipse. Tune in for a discussion on demonic bargains, creative obsession, and the heavy-metal horror of this unique indie gem!