In this episode of Quills & Chills, I sit down with international bestselling author Linwood Barclay to talk about his incredible journey from journalist to master of suspense. We explore his latest novel, Whistle, a chilling dive into supernatural fiction that proves even toy trains can be terrifying. Linwood opens up about the inspiration behind the book, crafting its eerie dual timelines, and building one of his most haunting antagonists yet. We also unpack powerful themes like grief, trauma, and the emotional weight that drives his storytelling.

If you love thrillers with a supernatural twist, this is one conversation you don’t want to miss.

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