Into the Depths of Dark Fiction

I’ll be in wonderful company at the 2026 Salem Horror Fest. Looking forward to the discussion and to reading from Wellspring in public for the first time!

Featuring Clay McLeod Chapman, Erica Waters, Kristin Dearborn, Mae Murray, and Douglas Wynne presented by Boston Horror Society and Copper Dog Books

Descend the steps of The Library at the historic Hawthorne Hotel for the Salem Horror Fest Book Talks. Five authors of dark fiction, including Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson Award nominated writer Clay McLeod Chapman, will be reading their stories, discussing the art of writing, and signing books for attendees. The event will be hosted by Boston Horror Society’s Jason LeBlanc, and books will be provided by Copper Dog Books of Beverly, MA.

Saturday, May 2
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Hawthorne Hotel Library

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM • Author Readings

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM • Author Q&A

12:00 PM to 1:00 PM • Author Signings

Free admission. Open to the public.