We recently had the chance to connect with KC Loesener and have shared our conversation below.
Good morning KC, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
My Fright Club Ohio group. I founded this club two years ago. I am beyond thrilled that I get to hang out with such amazing individuals that share the same love of horror like me, I created this space to chat, plan events, and most of all have fun.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m KC Loesener, a published horror author of The Eve of Darkness trilogy. I am also the founder of Fright Club Ohio—a community of horror fans who live for chills, thrills, and everything that goes bump in the night. We dive headfirst into the dark side of Ohio, exploring haunted locations, watching classic and indie horror films, and turning fear into fun through immersive events and adventures.
While horror is my first love, I’m currently stepping into new creative territory with my first drama. It’s been both intimidating and inspiring—pushing me to confront raw emotions and dig deeper than ever before. This project has reminded me why I write: to explore the edges of human experience, whether it’s wrapped in terror or truth.
I’m looking forward to sharing this next chapter of my work as I pursue traditional publication—and continuing the journey of turning imagination into something that lingers long after the last page.
Appreciate your sharing that. Let’s talk about your life, growing up and some of topics and learnings around that. Who were you before the world told you who you had to be?
I grew up a carefree kid with a wild imagination and a love for art, stories, and the magic of the movies. I could lose myself in a film for hours, laughing loud enough to make everyone else laugh too. Back then, I believed I could do anything I set my mind to—I am learning to be that kid who was full of wonder and excitement.
Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
I almost gave up on writing once. After a series of painful experiences, I found myself facing deep adversity and questioning everything I loved. Writing had always been my escape, but during that time, even my words felt heavy—I was uncomfortable sitting with my own feelings and thought about walking away from the thing that once gave me purpose.
But I refused to let the darkness win. I fought to pull myself out of that place, finding strength and healing in nature. Stepping outside, breathing fresh air, and reconnecting with the world reminded me why I started writing in the first place. My passion slowly returned, and with it, a renewed sense of resilience. Writing didn’t just come back to me—it helped me become stronger, more grounded, and more alive than ever.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Whose ideas do you rely on most that aren’t your own?
My husband has become my greatest sounding board—an unexpected creative partner who challenges and inspires me. Like me, he has an extraordinary imagination, and when we talk about my stories, it’s as if we’re stepping into those worlds together. He doesn’t just read my work; he dissects it, questions motives, and points out the small details that bring characters to life. Sometimes our conversations turn into full-blown brainstorming sessions that stretch late into the night, filled with “what if” moments and plot twists I hadn’t even considered.
His insights have pushed me to think deeper about the people I create—their flaws, their fears, their purpose—and the worlds they inhabit. Writing can be such a solitary act, but with him, it feels like an adventure we’re both part of.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
If I had only ten years left, I’d finally live for me. I’d stop overthinking, stop worrying about how things might turn out, and let go of the need to control every outcome. I’d embrace each day with courage and curiosity—no fear, no hesitation—just the freedom to truly live, love, and experience life as it comes.
Contact Info:
- Website: http://www.cvltovcpop.com/store/p246/The_Eve_of_Darkness.html
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@kcfinalgirl
