On the Road with Bigfoot? Skunk Ape Semester and the Paranormal with Mike Robinson

What happens when you blend On the Road with The X-Files? You get Skunk Ape Semester, a thrilling yet thoughtful road trip through paranormal Americana. Award-winning author Mike Robinson joins Books That Make You to discuss his latest novel, his fascination with Bigfoot, and how speculative fiction can explore humanity’s biggest questions. In Skunk Ape Semester, a zoologist embarks on a cross-country journey, interviewing those who claim to have encountered cryptids like the elusive skunk ape—a regional version of Bigfoot. But this is more than a monster hunt. It’s a deep dive into belief, science, and the mysteries that still haunt our world. Mike Robinson is a prolific author, editor, and illustrator with a passion for speculative fiction. His works weave together supernatural elements, philosophy, and a love for nature, making his books immersive and thought-provoking. Tune in as we explore cryptozoology, eco-fantasy, and what it means to confront the unknown.