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See You at Blobfest Tomorrow!

Just a quick announcement to let you know that I’ll be at Blobfest tomorrow, Saturday, July 11—and I’d love to see you there!

Be sure to stop by my booth and say hello! My Book Worms partner, James Ippoliti, will be there with me, and we’ll have copies of Book Worms Horror Zine, several of my books, and a few other spooky goodies for sale.

We had an absolute blast at Blobfest last year, and we’re excited to be back for another weekend of wonderful weirdness.

So, if you’re anywhere near Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, come experience the fun, soak up the wonderfully bizarre atmosphere, and don’t forget to stop by our booth to say hi. We’d love to meet you!

FYI, keep your eye out for the next issue of Book Worms, which is all about camp horror, slated for release soon.

I’m also thrilled to see my latest novel, Black and Blue Ivy, climbing Amazon’s Hot New Releases charts! If you love the twisted gothic family sagas of V.C. Andrews, I think you’ll feel right at home. You can pre-order your copy now ahead of its release at the end of July.

I hope you’re all enjoying a wonderful summer filled with sunshine, relaxation, and plenty of great books. Happy reading!

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Chilling Holiday Stories

The Victorian custom of gathering family and friends to read (and likely reread) ghost stories is a holiday tradition I wholeheartedly embrace. There’s something about winter’s deep darkness that coaxes phantoms both within and without. Each year, I honor this deliciously eerie ritual by reading creepy tales—usually Poe—in my Haunted Library. Here’s the sample if you’d like to take a look.

In that same spirit, I’ve just released a collection of twisted Christmas- and winter-themed short stories—including two brand-new tales you won’t find anywhere else.

If you’re craving a mall Santa on a murderous rampage (and plenty more holiday mayhem), check out Nut Cracker and Other Twisted Wintry Tales, now available on Amazon Kindle in both ebook and print!

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Halloween Haunts and More!

New Release!

Halloween has turned into a holiday as bustling as Christmas, which is probably why I’m finally getting around to sharing my thoughts on the new collection I launched at the beginning of October. At least I managed to release it just in time for Halloween! I’m thrilled to share that the collection, which includes five short stories and a novella, hit the number one new release spot on Amazon in its category. That’s definitely encouraging! This collection is designed for teens and young adults, focusing on all the fun chills without diving into anything too gory. If you’re on the lookout for some cozy companion stories for those chilly October nights, I’d love for you to check out Halloween Haunts, only 99 cents for the ebook during the month of October!

Too Much Exposure?

If you’re an artist or a creative individual, you won’t want to miss the latest episode of The Right Brain Café podcast, produced by my Book Worms partner, James DeFeo, and me. This week, we dive into a crucial topic: the ongoing pressure artists face when deciding between working for exposure versus earning money. Is exposure truly beneficial, or does it undermine the value of your craft? Join us for an insightful discussion that could change your perspective on the choices you make in your creative journey.

While you’re busy with your Halloween shopping, don’t forget to pick up our Halloween issue of Book Worms Horror Zine! It features stories by Grady Hendrix, author of “Paperbacks From Hell,” and popular horror writer Clay McLeod Chapman. Issues are selling out quickly, so be sure to get your copy today!

Finally, please leave a message about how you plan to spend Halloween. Do you dress up, attend parties, or turn off the lights and hope to avoid any mischievous tricks? Whether you celebrate (or not), please have a haunted good time!

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Book Worms – New Horror Zine

Book Worms, a new mail-order only horror zine, is now available for purchase online and at selective indie book stores. If you like old-school fan zines, check out Book Worms for only $5 an issue (USA shipping cost included). In Book Worms you’ll find engaging articles, reviews, short stories, puzzles, art, and all kinds of (cheap) horror fun!

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Write for Book Worms!

Currently accepting submissions for our Halloween issue.

Deadline: September 15, 2023

Payment is 8 cents a word.

No reprints or multiple submissions please. Exclusive rights for six months after publication.

Mail new horror fiction and essays (Halloween themes please) under 1500 words to:

La Regina Studio/Grundy Commons/925 Canal Street/Bristol, PA 19007

Acceptance notices are sent through email so no need to include self-addressed, stamped envelope. Please include your email address on your submission.

Check out our new Book Worms Horror Writing Podcast!

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New Release!

Writing Goals

One of my goals for 2022 is to release new fiction (a short story, novel, novella, anthology, or collection) every month. So far, I’m right on target. I even began a month early with Served Cold, the second horrortube anthology, which was released in December.

Speaking of Served Cold, here is a guest blog post I wrote for horror author Nicholas Kaufmann’s blog, in which I examine what’s scary about producing an anthology. It’s a bit tongue in cheek, but not completely. Writing is general, can be pretty scary.

Scares, of mostly the internal kind, are what I explore in Women in Trouble, a new collection of female-themed horror. Some stories have been previously published, but there are quite a few new pieces included. It’s been out about a week. If you enjoy psychological horror, as well as a few supernatural chills, please check it out. Here is an excerpt from the foreword written by fellow horrortuber, Lydia Peever.

Trouble transcends the traditionally feminine here—be it physical, psychological, or perceived—and brings us to a more modern stage but with roots in timeless sensibility. This is the signature of Saint Claire.

Below is a video where I discuss Women in Trouble, and other new projects coming in 2022.

I’m going to keep this post short today because I’m currently editing my next release, a young adult paranormal romance. If you’d like a sneak peek, the first book in the series is currently on Kindle Vella and doing quite well on that site. If any other writers are trying out Vella, I’d love to hear what you think of it so far. Please leave a comment and we can compare notes.

P.S. To receive a free digital copy of all my new releases, including Women in Trouble, consider becoming a patron.