Strangleroot Books & Games
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Why Horror?
Photo by freestocks on Unsplash Hey, folks. Walt here again to talk about, what else, Strangleroot Books & Games. This time around, I’d like to answer a question that I’m sure some of you’ve been asking, which is: why the hell do you want to open a horror-exclusive bookstore? Given that until a few years ago, most… Read more
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On the Road Again
When I was a kid, there was nowhere more magical than the bookstore (although the toy store was a close second). I have vivid memories of spending hours perusing the shelves at my local used bookshop, credit ticket for my trade-in books clutched in my sweaty hand. I think the first new bookstore I ever… Read more
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Strangleroot LIVES
Well, I just officially filed articles of incorporation. As long as I didn’t screw something up, Strangleroot Books & Games, LLC will be official in a few days! The GoFundMe has already raised just over $500 (in less than a week). Y’all blow me away! ❤️ You can still help us bring killer books to… Read more
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The Future of Publishing Is Small
Unbreaking the Publishing Industry The publishing industry is fucking broken. Depending on your source, only 1% to .6% of the books submitted to trad publishers actually get published (with or without an agent). However, even if you’re one of the blessed few to land a deal, you’re not out of the woods. Most books sell… Read more
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Bookstores Are (not) Dead
Once upon a time, most communities had at least one small, independent bookseller. I have very fond memories of the used bookstore where I grew up, a little hole-in-the-wall place called Potluck Books & Things, and the huge BUY/SELL/TRADE emblazoned on the glass entry door (and the incredible smell of the place). We had multiple… Read more
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Starting a Podcast & a Mobile Bookstore
2026 looks to be a pretty crazy year. I turned 50. I signed up to run my first marathon. I published some books and started a print-only zine. And now I’m starting a podcast and a mobile bookstore! Yes, you read that right. I haven’t really talked about either of them here, mostly because they’re… Read more