Happy October, Readers! This month, I’m trying my best to get into the spirit—although I’m not typically one for all things spooky, one of the stories inside these pages has inspired me to face my fears. Writer Emily Gedde connects with Woodbury native Emily Roberts, owner of Snake Discovery, who educates her in-person and online audience about reptiles and amphibians. Roberts’ knowledge and experience encourages me to overcome my own fear of slithering snakes. (Though, unlike Roberts, you’ll be hard-pressed to find me draped with snakes across my shoulders!)
For more scary stories, learn about Allan Evans’ newest book releases, including Spook Squad, slated for release on October 8. Writer Jennifer Pitterle follows up with Evans four years after Woodbury Magazine’s first article about the author—Thrill Seeker—to chat about the upcoming release and what is yet to come.
For something a little less eerie and a little more tasty, be sure to check out our Noteworthy Taste column, where contributor Katie Tomsche shares the recipe for Spooky Squash and Goat Cheese Pizza, sure to be a hit among kids and adults alike. Yum!
Lastly, don’t forget to meet the winners of our annual Focus on Woodbury photo contest. Congratulations to all of our winners and runners-up!
See you next month,
—Hailey Almsted
