Season 7, Episode 12 - Greg Houle

Dec 2

In the final episode of Season 7 of History Through Fiction: The Podcast, host Colin Mustful sits down with Greg Houle, author of The Putnams of Salem. They discuss how Houle's novel offers a fresh perspective on the Salem Witch Trials, the enduring fascination with this period, and the challenges of sifting through historical interpretations. Houle shares insights into his podcast journey and offers tips for authors venturing into podcasting. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on history's lessons for today.

See this interview on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2YTr_A30jik

**About the Author**

Greg Houle is a writer and storyteller living in Los Angeles. His work has appeared in numerous publications and he is the creator and host of the Salem Witch Trials Podcast. The Putnams of Salem is his first novel.

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Colin Mustful

Colin Mustful is the founder and editor of History Through Fiction, an independent press dedicated to publishing historical narratives rooted in factual events and compelling characters. A celebrated author and historian whose novel “Reclaiming Mni Sota” recently won the Midwest Book Award for Literary/Contemporary/Historical Fiction, Mustful has penned five historical novels that delve into the complex eras of settler-colonialism and Native American displacement. Combining his interests in history and writing, Mustful holds a Master of Arts in history and a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing. Residing in Minneapolis, Minnesota, he enjoys running, playing soccer, and believes deeply in the power of understanding history to shape a just and sustainable future.