Publisher Description
Following the adventures of two brothers who investigate deeply strange and paranormal mysteries in their never-ending road trip, the TV show Supernatural has many fans eager to better understand the psychology behind the series' themes and characters. Featuring cast & crew interviews, this collection examines issues at the heart and soul of Supernatural's heroes and foes (fans, too): ●The role grief and trauma play in the protagonists' lives. ●The importance of music to the narrative. ●What motivates someone to hunt monsters and why we want to believe in magic. ●How angels relate to humanity and what that has to do with real intergroup conflict. ●How people can cope with tragedy, loss, addiction, and fear to become heroes who do the right thing. ●The dynamics of fandom: how fans relate to the narrative, characters, and actors, and continue to engage with series through fanfic, social media, and other practices.
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About the Authors
Travis Langley, PhD, is a professor of psychology at Henderson State University, the author of Batman and Psychology: A Dark and Stormy Knight, and editor of The Walking Dead Psychology: Psych of the Living Dead and Star Wars Psychology: Dark Side of the Mind. He regularly speaks on the subjects of heroism and popular culture at psychology conferences, fan conventions like San Diego Comic-Con, and universities throughout the world. Psychology Today carries his online column, “Beyond Heroes and Villains.”
Lynn S. Zubernis is associate professor of counselor education at West Chester University of Pennsylvania and the coauthor of Fangasm: Supernatural Fangirls and editor of Family Don’t End with Blood.
About the Narrators
Joe Hempel, best known for his rich narrations, has entertained listeners with over one hundred audiobooks in genres ranging from horror and mystery to science fiction, romance, and personal development.
Hillary Huber, a Los Angeles–based voice talent with hundreds of commercials and promos under her belt, was bitten by the audiobook bug in 2005. She now records books on a regular basis and has been nominated for several Audie Awards and won numerous Earphones Awards.