Buckaroo Banter: Chuck Tingle Talks BURY YOUR GAYS
Jul 8, 2024
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Chuck Tingle, a mysterious author known for his absurdist art, dives into his latest work, BURY YOUR GAYS. He discusses the transition from self-publishing to traditional horror, emphasizing the importance of sincerity and queer representation. Tingle also explores the unique perspective marginalized identities bring to storytelling, blending horror with comedy and erotica. The conversation touches on the impacts of AI on art, his faceless persona, and the significance of supporting artists through small actions like engaging with local libraries.
Chuck Tingle emphasizes the deep connection between queerness and horror, advocating for greater representation and the importance of happy endings for queer characters.
The discussion on AI's impact on art highlights concerns about authenticity and the irreplaceable value of human emotional expression in creative works.
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Chuck Tingle's Unique Literary Journey
Chuck Tingle, a USA Today bestselling author, has developed a distinctive career spanning various genres, including romance, horror, and fantasy. His writing journey began with self-published erotica before transitioning to traditional publishing, where he explores queer themes and issues in his horror novels. Chuck's work often blends absurdity with sincerity, highlighting the realness of love amidst the cosmic void. His latest book, 'Bear Your Gaze,' showcases his evolution as a writer while addressing the representation of queer characters in media.
The Intersection of Queerness and Horror
Chuck discusses the inherent connection between queerness and horror, suggesting that the struggles of marginalized communities resonate deeply within the horror genre. He emphasizes that both queerness and horror are often misunderstood and marginalized, leading to unique expressions of identity and resistance. In his works, including 'Bear Your Gaze,' he challenges common horror tropes, particularly the tendency to dismiss queer characters or deny them happy endings. This exploration not only enriches the horror landscape but also highlights the importance of visibility and representation.
The Impact of AI and Authentic Artistry
In discussing AI's role in creative industries, Chuck expresses concern over the implications of using artificial intelligence to replicate human art. He believes that genuine artistic expression comes from the human experience, which cannot be perfectly reproduced by machines. Chuck argues that the imperfections in art display the artist's unique touch and emotional truth, elements that AI cannot replicate. He asserts that the ongoing conversation about AI's influence on creativity reflects a broader struggle to maintain authenticity and connection in art amidst technological advancements.
Joe is joined by the mysterious, masked Chuck Tingle to talk about his new, traditionally published book BURY YOUR GAYS (out July 9 from Tor Nightfire). Chuck and Joe talk about absurdist art balanced with sincerity, the impact and meaning of AI on art, how Chuck's faceless persona effects his work, and Chuck's thoughts around separating the art from the artist.
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