Laura Lippmanhas published two dozen novels, most set in Baltimore, most mysteries. But her newest is the first she calls a book of horror.

"I think that this is a work of horror because I think what goes on in writers minds is pretty horrible! I think it’s scary!” 

Dream Girl is a twisty plot, from the improbable accident that immobilizes an aging novelist in his luxury apartment in Locust Point … to the mysterious phone calls that terrorize him -- but don’t slow his vivid  flashbacks -- memories of literary success, an unfaithful father, ex-wives and sexual escapades. He knows he’s addled, but is it the drugs for his pain, or is it dementia?   And then something truly baffling happens …  

<a href="http://tinyletter.com/lauralippman">Laura Lippman</a> has published two dozen novels, most set in Baltimore, most mysteries. But her newest is the first she calls a book of horror.
"I think that this is a work of horror because I think what goes on in writers minds is pretty horrible! I think it&rsquo;s scary!&rdquo; &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.theivybookshop.com/book/9780062390073">Dream Girl</a> is a twisty plot, from the improbable accident that immobilizes an aging novelist in his luxury apartment in Locust Point &hellip; to the mysterious phone calls that terrorize him -- but don&rsquo;t slow his vivid&nbsp; flashbacks -- memories of literary success, an unfaithful father, ex-wives and sexual escapades. He knows he&rsquo;s addled, but is it the drugs for his pain, or is it dementia?&nbsp; &nbsp;And then something truly baffling happens &hellip;&nbsp;

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On The Record is co-hosted by Sheilah Kast and Ashley Sterner. Sheilah and Ashley are excited to share conversations with audacious artists, intrepid scientists, community leaders and more. And of course, tales from the beloved Stoop Storytelling Series!
Currently, you'll hear On The Record on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and the full hour of NPR's Morning Edition on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
On The Record is produced by Maureen Harvie and Melissa Gerr. Theme music created by Jon Ehrens. Logo designed by Louis Umerlik.
If you want to share a comment, question, or an idea for an interview you'd like to hear, email us at <a href="mailto:ontherecord@wypr.org">ontherecord@wypr.org</a>

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