Kurt Kuersteiner, a renowned adjunct professor of English in his hometown of Tallahassee, Florida, is the author of the book "The Unofficial Guide to the Art of Jack T. Chick". This book delves into the world of infamous 3 x 5-inch religious comic booklets, known as Chick tracts, which are found everywhere, especially in the Bible Belt and the Deep South.
These comic booklets, created by Jack T. Chick, have garnered a significant following due to their comic art, unintentional humor, and elaborate conspiracy theories. With over 180 titles published, Chick has become the most published author alive today, with over 1/2 billion copies sold.
Kuersteiner is also a writer and speaker on various subjects, including radio drama, non-sports trading cards, designing and managing commercial haunted houses, and the theology behind the Church of the Subgenius.
As the producer of Mystery Playhouse, one of the longest-running radio series featuring both classic and original radio dramas, Kuersteiner has produced over 235 episodes of horror and science fiction, and over 100 radio comedies. He is an avid student of radio's golden era.
Kuersteiner is a regular columnist for the non-sports trading card magazine, The Wrapper, and is the owner of Monsterwax Trading cards. He has published many popular card sets, including Tune In For Terror, The Night Slasher, and Don't Let It Happen Here.
In 1999, Kuersteiner opened The Mystery Playhouse of Terror, Tallahassee's longest-running commercial haunted attraction. This attraction is known for its elaborate illusions and interactive theater, setting it apart from many other haunts.
A graduate of the Asolo Film Conservatory, Kuersteiner directed the offbeat documentary Church of the Subgenius: Sect, Satire, or Satanism?, and is currently working on another documentary (title yet to be announced).
