Kingsize

"Imagine a universe where Agatha Christie and Stephen King collaborate on a book" ! Join Matt as he spends an hour in deep conversation with the global bestselling author Sarah Pearse. We talk through her smash hit debut novel "The Sanatorium " ( no spoilers - all safe here! ) ; talk about how books truly are a uniquely portable magic ; look at the divisive nature of fictional characters & the relationship between writer and constant reader . And an exclusive look forward at the next novel , "The Retreat". 

Join the two Matts as they chat ! Matt Saunders is the illustrator of the new Stephen King "Thrilling Suspense" Hodder books . We talk about what it's like to get sign off from The Ultimate Storyteller himself ; chat about how Matt got the gig and his creative process in designing these beautiful works of art . Oh, and we try and work out how the hell people can get hold of the elusive "Tom Gordon"!

Join us fellow constants in the Barrens and sewers of Derry , as we float our paper boats in the murky waters of Stephen King's masterpiece .

In this second episode we focus on Part 2 and Interlude 2 . No spoilers . You'll float too . 

Are you brave enough to take the plunge ? The rules of engagement - you are shipwrecked on a desert island . You are a Survivor Type though and have some trusty items to keep insanity and the lobstrosities at bay ! 3 Stephen King novels ; 1 non King novel ; a non King novel ; an album , a film and a luxury item . Oh , and you have permission to throw one Stephen King book onto the campfire as the cold night draws in . Join the awesome Jack Harding , author of " Ripper Country",  " React " and " Driving In The Dark" to name a few  - you won't regret it !

Are you brave enough to take the plunge ? The rules of engagement - you are shipwrecked on a desert island . You are a Survivor Type though and have some trusty items to keep insanity and the lobstrosities at bay ! 3 Stephen King novels ;  1 non King novel ; a non King novel ; an album , a film and a luxury item . Oh , and you have permission to throw one Stephen King book onto the campfire as the cold night draws in . Join our first castaway -Jamie Stewart , author of " I Hear The Clattering Of The Keys" and " Price Manor : The House That Bleeds " - you won't regret it ! 

Join us fellow constants in the Barrens and the sewers of Derry, as we float our paper boats in the murky waters of Stephen King's masterpiece.

In the opening episode we solely focus on Part 1 and Interlude 1 with no spoilers, and some amazing listener emails. You'll float too. 

I was lucky to have over an hour in the wonderful company of Steph McKenna, the editor of The Outsider Zine -  a Stephen King zine project with personal essays, poems & illustrations responding to King by artists of marginalised gender. It's a stunning passion project which breaths fresh insights and reframing of King's astonishing work. Join us on the inside of the Outsider as we chat about Carrie, On Writing , Christine, The Dark Tower, Misery , Cujo , IT and more.

Come and join us steamheads, as we hang out with Azzie The Cat, Doctor Danny Torrance and of course Rose The Hat. We look at the "sequel" to the classic "The Shining"; discuss why this novel is an ode to redemption & also a hidden gem prose wise, and stick two fingers up to the Itty Bitty Shitty Committee that lurks within us all. Happy holidays ! x

Join us for a very special "Insights" episode where Matt spends two hours in the warm & insightful company of horror author Jamie Stewart. We chat about his chronological reads of all Stephen King's work and go deep into all things King ; we discuss Jamie's new collection " I Hear The Clattering Of The Keys" and what inspires him to 'peel back the skin of normality to show that insanity & horror are only a scrap away'. Sit back & enjoy the ride -  I guarantee you will leave armed with a huge Xmas list of new indie horror books to buy ! 

Join us as we check into The Overlook Hotel. Matt has kindly allowed Simon to stay in Room 217 , but there are many other demons lurking in the lengthy corridors . Come with us as we gingerly poke the wasps' nest, go deep into the themes of anger & retribution , and ride our trikes away from the scary monsters, hedgewise & human.