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Author of Devils Glen.

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Crow Creek, horror, Horror movies, inkshares

Horror 2018

This was another interesting year for horror. From movies and TV to books and podcasts, it seemed like horror was everywhere. I can’t let the year slip away without talking…

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December 27, 2018
horror, Horror movies, top 10 of the decade

A Decade of Horror

The 2010s—the decade horror became elevated. I’m not sure what that means, but I agree this was a golden age of horror. We saw wonderful performances and storytelling by some…

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December 30, 2019
Horror movies, podcasting

Cinescare Podcast!

Just a quick update to let you all know about my newest project. I’ve partnered with a good friend of mine, Joe Janz, to produce a fun new horror podcast…

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October 16, 2020
Horror movies, Uncategorized

Ten Haunted House Movies For Halloween

Halloween is just around the corner, and if you’re like me, this month has been all about watching scary movies. My personal favorites are the ones with ghosts. For me,…

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October 22, 2019
  • Horror movies,  podcasting

    Cinescare Podcast!

    Matthew Speak / October 16, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Just a quick update to let you all know about my newest project. I’ve partnered with a good friend of mine, Joe Janz, to produce a fun new horror podcast called Cinescare. We’ll…

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  • Horror movies,  shocktober

    Your Shocktober Challenge Guide 2020!

    Matthew Speak / September 30, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Finally! We’re back in the fall spirit and ready for October. The pumpkin spice Scentsy aroma is strong in the Speak house, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. OK, maybe Reznor…

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  • Corona Virus,  Movies,  TV Shows

    Your Quarantine Entertainment Guide

    Matthew Speak / March 17, 2020 / 0 Comments

    Welcome to the Covid-19 apocalypse. What a bizarre time we’re living in—everyone is understandably feeling uneasy about their health and financial situations. Unfortunately, there’s not much we can do about these things until…

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  • horror,  Horror movies,  top 10 of the decade

    A Decade of Horror

    Matthew Speak / December 30, 2019 / 0 Comments

    The 2010s—the decade horror became elevated. I’m not sure what that means, but I agree this was a golden age of horror. We saw wonderful performances and storytelling by some of the most…

    read more
  • horror,  Horror movies

    Horror 2019

    Matthew Speak / December 24, 2019 / 0 Comments

    Merry Christmas! First off, I just want to say this has been one crazy year for the Speak-Reeves family, after moving across the damned country to settle back in my hometown of Bettendorf.…

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  • Horror movies,  Uncategorized

    Ten Haunted House Movies For Halloween

    Matthew Speak / October 22, 2019 / 0 Comments

    Halloween is just around the corner, and if you’re like me, this month has been all about watching scary movies. My personal favorites are the ones with ghosts. For me, there’s nothing like…

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  • Uncategorized

    Getting There

    Matthew Speak / September 4, 2019 / 0 Comments

    Wow. We did it. We’re in Iowa. How did that happen? It all seems like a dream, even now. A fuzzy dream with a million blurry images mixed together. Memories of packing a multitude…

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  • Crow Creek,  Devils Glen,  Uncategorized,  writing

    Iowa: The Return!

    Matthew Speak / July 11, 2019 / 4 Comments

    We’re moving back to Bettendorf! Well, it’s “back” for me, but my family will experience Iowa life for the first time—I’m curious to see how they handle their first Midwest winter. I know…

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  • horror,  writing

    Query Letters and Slow-Moving Sequels

    Matthew Speak / May 13, 2019 / 0 Comments

    Hey all! This past month has been busy-busy, as I’m sure it has been for all of you. The school year is winding down for our family. Some big plans are looming on…

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  • Devils Glen,  horror,  Kindle,  Uncategorized

    Devils Glen New Cover!

    Matthew Speak / April 15, 2019 / 0 Comments

    Hey all! Devils Glen has had a mini-relaunch with a new cover and a new edit. No major changes have occurred to the story, but I have cleaned things up a little. Here’s…

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