The realm of psychology is fascinating. It’s ever-changing and evolving as we discover more about ourselves as humans, delving further into everything from the psyche to DNA. What we’ve realized, with all this research, is that there is this loose framework of theories that seeks to explain why we are the way we are, but it’s not entirely accurate at all. I’m quite sure we are never going to find accurate answers because they are truly inside of us: unique to us.
My Father’s Files is about the psychology of obsession. The creators, Carlin Thomas and Kate Jackson have created this unique world of mystery and horror that delves into how frightening and enticing the darkness can be through their upcoming podcast, My Father’s Files.
The podcast, release date TBD, follows Vera and her friend Ash as they attempt to figure out what Vera’s father had stumbled on before he died. All Vera has left of her father is a bunch of cryptic files that were mysteriously left on her doorstep. And what those stories contained has led Vera to believe that the reason her father suddenly passed away was much more nefarious than old age.
Ash grows obsessed with Vera’s Father’s Files and the two friends enlist the help of Tilda, local paranormal investigator. And that’s when things start escalating: Shadows that shouldn’t be there, windless whistles, threats written on bathroom mirrors, mysterious figures following them everywhere they go. Something, or someone, doesn’t want them to figure out what’s in her father’s files.
As the three investigate each file, the stories get weirder and weirder. The stories, written by our 12 author collaborators, take the reader on unique adventures that ride that razor’s edge of reality.
Working on this podcast, I am surrounded by such inspiring and talented individuals. It’s a truly wonderful experience. My favorite part about Inked is seeing projects come together, to watch as authors and creators empower and uplift each other through their shared love of art. My Father’s files is our first collaboration of this format, and I can’t wait to reveal what we’ve been working on.
But alas, we have to wait. What I can reveal is the authors I’ve had the pleasure working with. And while I cannot show off their work as of yet, I can tell you that their stories are creepy good.
Say hello to our MFF authors: Carlos Luis Delgado, Michelle Tang, Perry Ruhland, Phoebe Barr, Hester Steel, Stephen Indrisano, JL Walton, Oakley Moran, Trey Stone, Alexandra Ricou, Tyler Zeoli
Alexandra Ricou is a writer, actor and drag artist based in the UK. She has a BA (Hons) in English Literature from the University of Warwick and a Masters in Acting from Mountview Academy of Theatre Arts, and has experience in writing for stage and audio. Alongside writing fiction, Alexandra also works as a theatre and film critic for the blog Within Her Words, as well as her own blog, Confessions of a Five Foot Two Actress. This will be Alexandra’s second outing into podcasting, having self produced her own family-friendly audio drama podcast, Gallivanting Goblins, in the summer of 2020.
J.L. Walton is a young professional from County Durham UK, with a degree in French and History, who is currently working in alternative education. She is a member of a local writers’ group run by Sixth Element, has participated in NaNoWriMo and has been published in the Harvey Duckman short story anthologies. Her interests include reading anything she can get her hands on, ridiculous fashion choices, travelling, yoga, bouldering, playing piano and gaming. She is a colourfully manned animal lover with a fabulous network of family and friends. She currently lives in Stockton on Tees with her partner, cat, various fish and shrimp.
Perry Ruhland is an award-winning writer and filmmaker based in Chicago, Illinois. His writing has previously been published in FILTH Literary Magazine, The Dread Machine, and in a single-author chapbook by Death Wound Publishing. His work focuses on grotesque terrors, gay masculinities, and cosmic despair.
You can follow his work (and stray thoughts) on Twitter
Oakley Moran has always had an affinity for the strange. A graduate in film and digital media, she is a midwest-based speculative fiction novelist, scriptwriter, and lifelong storyteller. Oakley can be found writing about the wild, weird, wretched, and wondrous or waxing poetic about the monstrous.
Follow her on Twitter
Stephen Indrisano is a writer, sound designer, and voice actor located in Washington, D.C. He was, to quote Stephen King, “born with a love of the unquiet coffin,” and spends his time consuming and creating horror of all kinds. He owns Indrisano Audio, LLC and his hobby podcast is The Stephen King Boo! Club.
To keep up with his dual obsessions of sounds and scares, he can be found on Twitter
Carlos Luis Delgado lives with his roommates and a large cat in Brooklyn, New York. He writes early in the morning before the cat wakes up to yowl for breakfast and edits at night after it’s eaten dinner. In 2016 he won the People’s Telly Award for Outstanding Comedic TV Writing. He holds a BA in English Literature from Rutgers University and wonders when he can let it go.
Learn more at Delgadowrites.com.
Phoebe Barr (she/her) is a college student, speculative fiction writer, and riddle-dispensing troll lurking under a Philadelphia bridge. She likes to write, paint, and make way-too-elaborate conlangs while she’s procrastinating on her homework. Sometimes she also makes podcasts.
You can find her on Twitter
Trey Stone is the of author two novels and has a made a habit out of writing dark thrillers and horror stories that don’t pull any punches. He lives in Norway with his wife and enjoys heavy metal, mountain hiking, video games, decent Scotch, and great books. When he’s not writing he’s can be found working at his day job as an archaeologist or daydreaming about his next tattoo.
You can find Trey through his website, Twitter, Instagram and on Amazon
Michelle Tang immigrated to Canada as a toddler and lives in Ontario with her husband and children. She writes speculative fiction from a small, old townhouse, the eerie noises of which served as the inspiration for “That Fragile Strength.” Her short stories have been published in several anthologies, including Terrifying Ghosts (forthcoming), Night Terrors, vol. 2, and Negative Space: an Anthology of Survival Horror. When she’s not writing, Michelle enjoys reading movie spoilers, lurking on Twitter and trying to find the source of the strange knocking within her walls.
Find Michelle on Twitter
Hester Steel grew up surrounded by ominous standing stones and perfectly ordinary sheep in the British countryside. For reasons, she’s been trying to escape ever since, and has spent her life so far bouncing between different parts of the world, before getting lured into news subeditor life in London. She has written more stories about worms than is considered normal, and is querying her first novel.
You can find her on Twitter
Tyler Zeoli is a developmental editor, ghostwriter, book coach, and activist dedicated to creating a more inclusive literary landscape. They are also a co-founding member of WriteHive, a non-profit that hosts a free virtual writing conference and retreat, along with a year round community dedicated to uplifting marginalized literary professionals. They firmly believe stories are how we can imagine a new, better world. The more stories we have, the more voices we have telling those stories from their own unique perspective, the better off the world will be for it.
You can Find Tyler on Twitter