In this atmospheric episode of Ink Blots, we welcome Aleco Julius, author of Weird Tales of the Great Lakes and Endless Depths: Cosmic Themes, Weird Lore, & Hidden Knowledge. Blending cosmic horror, folklore, and strange tales rooted in the mysteries of the Midwest, Julius brings a unique voice to modern weird fiction.

His stories have appeared in Dark Matter Magazine, Red Line: Chicago Horror Stories, Dolls in the Attic, and Always Night, and his nonfiction writings appear in Fiddler's Green, Hellebore, Myth & Lore, and others. As a member of the Chicagoland Horror Writers Association, Julius continues to contribute to the resurgence of regional horror and mythic storytelling.

In this episode, we explore:

• The inspiration behind Weird Tales of the Great Lakes

• Why the Great Lakes remain a hotbed for horror, folklore, and cosmic mystery

• Julius's fascination with hidden knowledge, ancient forces, and eerie encounters

• The blend of regional history and supernatural imagination in his work

• What readers can expect from Endless Depths and his upcoming projects

• How environment, mythology, and strange phenomena shape his fiction

From ancient deities beneath the waves to the uncanny patterns etched into seashells, Julius's stories evoke a haunting, poetic vision of the waters that define the Midwest. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation about lore, landscape, and the enduring power of the weird.

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