From Page to Scream

Tara Brigid and Chris Newton

A horror podcast where we discuss our favourite scary books and compare them to their onscreen adaptations. https://linktr.ee/frompagetoscreampod

Music by Tony Ware: http://tinyurl.com/tonywarebc

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August 21 · 1 hr 4 min
Red Dragon
To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Hannibal Lecter's on-screen debut in Michael Mann's 'Manhunter', we're diving into Thomas Harris's 1981 novel, Red Dragon, and its multiple adaptations... Do you see?
August 14 · 1 hr 2 min
Pet Semetery
We're finally being brave enough to discuss Stephen King's infamous novel and the 1989 film directed by Mary Lambert - which Chris had never seen until now! ⚠️ Trigger Warning for discussions of child loss ⚠️
August 8 · 56 min
'Salem's Lot: Part Two
In the second part of our discussion of Stephen King's vampire masterpiece, we're discussing the evil that lurks beneath the town of Jerusalem's Lot! (It's been a while since part one, but what can we say? We have passed the centuries as you have passed hours before the fireplace with a book. Listen to us and despair!) Thanks again to Erik for recommending this one for us - make sure you check out his podcast, Cradle to the Grave!
June 16 · 1 hr 2 min
'Salem's Lot: Part One
We're back and talking about vampires again! In this episode, we're discussing Stephen King's legendary novel, 'Salem's Lot, and comparing it to the 1979 miniseries directed by Tobe Hooper, and the 2024 film directed by Gary Dauberman. This book has ben chosen for us to deep dive by podcaster and author, Erik Hanson, who joins us to explain why 'Salem's Lot is his favourite vampire novel! Check out Erik's podcast, Cradle to the Grave, wherever you get your podcasts, and follow Cradle to the Grave here! If you'd like to pick our next read - support us on Patreon!
June 6 · 1 hr 12 min
The Omen: From Scream to Page
Hail Satan! We're celebrating the 50th anniversary of one of the greatest horror movies ever made by exploring David Seltzer's novelisation of The Omen!
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Oct 31, 2025 · 1 hr 23 min
The Devil Rides Out
DON'T LOOK AT THE EYES! We're celebrating Halloween by finally covering one of our favourite films of all time. Hammer Horror! Christopher Lee! Satanism! Join us as we explore the classic 1968 film and the very problematic 1934 novel by Dennis Wheatley. It's not just our lives we're risking, it's our very souls! Check out Chris's Devil Rides Out book Vs Movie article over at Spooky Isles! To hear us talk more about Hammer Horror and Christopher Lee - support us on Patreon!
Oct 25, 2025 · 1 hr 5 min
Frankenstein (2025)
It always comes back to Dracula and Frankenstein on From Page to Scream! We covered Mary Shelley's genre defining novel in depth last year, but now we're back to discuss the latest screen adaptation of the Modern Prometheus directed by none other than Guillermo del Toro!
Aug 1, 2025 · 1 hr 4 min
Hellbound: Hellraiser II & Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth
In a break from FPTS tradition, we're discussing two films that *aren't* adaptations of books - but are based on characters from Clive Barker's novella The Hellbound Heart. Join us as we discuss Hellbound: Hellraiser II and Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth - and hear Tara argue that the third film is actually the superior sequel! To hear our horrified reactions to Hellraiser: Bloodline, check out our Patreon www.www.patreon.com/FromPagetoScreamPodcast
Jul 10, 2025 · 57 min
Hellraiser
We have such sights to show you! Or, at least, such things for you to listen to... Join us for a deep dive into Clive Barker's 1986 novella, The Hellbound Heart, and its iconic cinematic counterpart, Hellraiser! For more Clive Barker, check out our bonus episode on Candyman over on our Patreon!
May 22, 2025 · 55 min
Carmilla: From Page to Stage
In this bonus episode, we're thrilled to be joined by writer, director, actor and theatre maker Laura J Harris to discuss her stage adaptation of Sheridan Le Fanu's novella! You can buy tickets to Carmilla here! For more about Laura and her work, check out her website. 'Carmilla' was chosen for us to cover by our Patron, Twisted Libra. If you would like to select a book for us to discuss on From Page to Scream - support us on Patreon, where you'll also find us talking all things Hammer Horror and Karnstein!
May 12, 2025 · 54 min
Carmilla: Part Three
We're concluding our discussion on Sheridan Le Fanu's sapphic vampire classic as Countess Mircalla loses her head, and we watch Emily Harris's 2019 reimagining of the original novella. To hear us talk more about all things Karnstein, check out our Patreon for bonus episodes on Hammer Horror and Lesbian Vampires. This book was chosen for us by our Patron, Twisted Libra. You can check out her blog here. If you want to chose a book for us to cover on From Page to Scream, head over to our Patreon and sign up at the Patronomicon membership tier!
May 5, 2025 · 1 hr 19 min
Carmilla: Part Two
For part two of our deep dive into Sheridan La Fanu’s novella, we’re exploring an overlooked classic: Crypt of the Vampire, a 1964 Spanish-Italian adaptation of Carmilla starring Christopher Lee himself! This book was chosen for us to cover by our patron Twisted Libra. If you would like to pick a book for us to discuss on From Page to Scream – support us on Patreon! On our Patreon we also have episodes covering the rest of Hammer’s Karnstein Trilogy – Lust for a Vampire and Twins of Evil, not to mention a whole collection of bonus episodes on Dracula!
Apr 30, 2025 · 1 hr 2 min
Carmilla: Part One
We're back to discuss lesbian vampires as we sink our teeth into 'Carmilla' by Sheridan Le Fanu and compare it to Hammer's criminally underrated 1970 adaptation, 'The Vampire Lovers'! This book was chosen for us by our patron, Twisted Libra! If you would like to select a book for us to cover - head over to our Patreon and check out our Patronomicon Tier! And if you want more Carmilla - the check out our bonus episodes on the other films in Hammer's Karnstein trilogy!
Jan 3, 2025 · 57 min
Nosferatu (2024)
Happy New Year! What better way to celebrate 2025 than diving into one of our most hotly anticipated films of recent years - Robert Eggers' remake of the legendary Nosferatu! In true From Page to Scream style, we'll not only be comparing it to previous Nosferatu films, but seeing how faithful it is to its unofficial source material - Bram Stoker's Dracula! To hear our deep dives on the original 1922 Nosferatu, and the 1979 remake Nosferatu the Vampire, check out our Patreon, where we've got a whole Dracula Collection!
Dec 12, 2024 · 50 min
Dracula: From Page to Stage
We were delighted to sit down with playwright and director Nick Lane to discuss his currently touring adaptation of Bram Stoker's Dracula for Blackeyed Theatre, and how recreating Stoker's complex narrative for the stage looks in practice. Nick’s previous adaptations for Blackeyed Theatre include Sherlock Holmes: The Valley of Fear, Frankenstein, Jane Eyre, Sherlock Holmes: The Sign of Four and The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde. You can see UK tour dates and read more about the production at their website! For more Dracula, including deep dives into both Nosferatu movies - support From Page To Scream on Patreon!
Dec 5, 2024 · 41 min
The Silence of the Lambs: Part Four
Will the lambs stop screaming? It’s the final episode of our deep dive into The Silence of the Lambs, and our final(ish!) episode of the year! Still hungry? Support us on Patreon for an extended menu of Lecter episodes!
Nov 21, 2024 · 59 min
The Silence of the Lambs: Part Three
Lecter is being transferred to Memphis in the third part of our deep dive into Thomas Harris 1988 novel! Demanding a second dinner? Check out our Hannibal Lecter Collection on Patreon!
Nov 14, 2024 · 1 hr 45 min
The Silence of the Lambs: Part Two
What is your worst memory of childhood? Is it watching The Silence of the Lambs far too young?! Join us for part two of our deep dive into Thomas Harris' 1988 novel as we compare it to Jonathan Demme's 1991 film. Don't forget to check out out Hannibal Lecter Collection on Patreon!
Nov 7, 2024 · 1 hr 37 min
The Silence of the Lambs: Part One
Do not touch the glass, do not approach the glass... We're venturing into the bowels of the Baltimore State Hospital for the Criminally Insane to meet Dr Hannibal Lecter for the first course of our deep dive into The Silence of the Lambs by Thomas Harris. Hungry for more? Support us on Patreon and check out out Hannibal Lecter Collection, where're we're deep diving every episode of the NBC TV show Hannibal and comparing it to the source material!
Oct 30, 2024 · 1 hr 23 min
The Shining: Part Two
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