And the thing I say is, first of all, I enjoy writing no matter what you say.

You can't talk bad to me about something.

Hey readers, I'm Ann Bogle, and this is What Should I Read Next, episode 186.

Welcome to the show that's dedicated to answering the question that plagues every reader.

What should I read next?

We don't get bossy on the show.

What we will do here is give you the information you need to choose your next read.

Every week we'll talk all things books and reading and do a little literary matchmaking with one guest.

Today, author Lamar Giles is joining me to chat about his two great literary loves,

children's books, and horror novelist Stephen King.

If you don't think those two things go together, Lamar is prepared to talk you into changing your mind

and maybe about more than just that.

Get ready for a great chat about transiting stereotypes,

how books can impress self-worth on young readers,

great novels where the setting becomes a character in its own right and so much more.

Let's get to it.

Lamar, welcome to the show.

Thank you for having me.

If Wikipedia is correct, I understand those are dicey words. We'll see what happens next.

You have a Louisville connection.

I do, but I have a Wikipedia page.

You do.

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