Katie Kitamura, an acclaimed author and a recent 2025 Guggenheim Fellow, is making waves in the literary world with her latest work, "Audition." Following the success of her previous novels, such as the praised "Intimacies," Kitamura adeptly explores themes of performance, identity, and the subtle horror lurking in everyday life.In a revealing interview, she discusses the uncanny aspects that inspire her writing, drawing connections between horror literature and our everyday experiences.