The GenX Book Club

February 2025: Stephen King’s Skeleton Crew – The Mist & The Monkey

January 2025: DIANE FRANKLIN: The Excellent ADVENTURES of the Last American French-Exchange Babe of the 80s

GenX Book Club: Stephen King’s Skeleton Crew – The Mist & The Monkey

Hosts: Paul Stroessner, Suzanne Mattaboni, Del Roehling

📚 In this episode of GenX Book Club, we dive into Stephen King’s chilling collection, Skeleton Crew! Suzanne, Del, and I take a deep look at two standout stories: The Mist and The Monkey. From the eerie atmosphere of a small-town supermarket trapped in a supernatural fog to a haunted toy monkey with a deadly agenda, we explore what makes these stories so unforgettable.

🎬 But that’s not all! We also discuss the movie adaptations—how they compare to the original stories, what worked, what didn’t, and how King’s storytelling translates to the big screen.

If you love classic horror, Stephen King, or just a good dose of GenX nostalgia, this episode is for you!

🔥 Topics Covered

✅ The terrifying world of The Mist – book vs. movie
✅ The creepy, cymbal-clashing (or drum-banging) horror of The Monkey
✅ Why Skeleton Crew is a must-read for King fans
✅ How Stephen King’s short stories stand the test of time
✅ GenX memories of discovering King’s books and films

More from the GenX Book Club Crew

📖 Suzanne Mattaboni (Author of Once in a Lifetime)
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🎙️ Del Roehling (Host of 80s at 8 on 91.1 WEDM FM)
🔹 Tune in to 80s at 8 for all your favorite throwback tunes
🔹 Get your daily dose of ‘80s news on the 80s at 8 Facebook page

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💡 Whether you’re a die-hard ‘80s fan, a nostalgia lover, or just someone who enjoys a great book club discussion, this episode is packed with fun, wisdom, and plenty of throwback vibes.

📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share with fellow GenXers!

GenX Book Club: A Totally Excellent Evening with Diane Franklin!

Get ready for an unforgettable GenX Book Club meeting featuring the one and only Diane Franklin! The iconic star of Better Off Dead, Bill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure, The Last American Virgin, and Amityville II: The Possession joins us for a lively discussion about her books, career, and the enduring magic of the ‘80s.

Diane treats us to her legendary Monique Junot accent from Better Off Dead and revisits her role as the Bill & Ted princess, bringing pure nostalgia to the conversation! But that’s not all—she also shares incredible life advice, stories from Hollywood, and insights into her journey as an actress and author.

Where to Find Diane Franklin

📚 Diane’s books are available on Amazon and at DianeFranklin.com (signed copies available upon request!).

🎭 Upcoming Appearances:

• Gallifrey One Convention – February 14 at the Marriott in Los Angeles, CA (Doctor Who fans, this one’s for you!)

• The Sands in Cancun – November 3-8. More details at TheSands.rocks

More from the GenX Book Club Crew

📖 Suzanne Mattaboni (*Author of Once in a Lifetime)

• Get her book anywhere books are sold, including Kindle Unlimited and onceinalifetimenovel.com

• Visit her at suzannemattaboni.com

• Follow Suzanne:

  • Instagram: @suzannemattaboni80s

  • X: @suzmattaboni

  • Facebook

🎙️ Del (Host of 80s at 8 on 91.1 WEDM FM)

• Tune in to 80s at 8 for all your favorite throwback tunes

• Get your daily dose of ‘80s news on the 80s at 8 Facebook page

💡 Whether you’re a die-hard ‘80s fan, a nostalgia lover, or just someone who enjoys a great book club discussion, this episode is packed with fun, wisdom, and plenty of throwback vibes.

📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share with fellow GenXers!