Conversations with Laurel
Episode 215: Art Collides with Horror in Mark Benson's THE SCATTERING
Mark Benson shares his latest novel, a horror story that Stephen King would appreciate.

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Hosted by Laurel McHargue · society · EN · 233 episodes
Award-winning author and podcast host Laurel McHargue lives and laughs and writes in the breathtaking elevation of Colorado's Rocky Mountains. She writes about life--real and imagined--and wants to share your stories, too! She hosts guests for FREE, and would love it if you'd consider buying her a treat for her efforts! buymeacoffee.com/laurelstuff Please and Thank you!Follow her on her website at www.leadvillelaurel.com, subscribe to her YouTube channel, and contact her at laurel.mchargue@gmail.com. Find all of her books on Amazon, or order them from your local independent bookstore.
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