Monthly Archives: October 2014

Happy Halloween!

My doppelganger horror/thriller novella, The Untimely Deaths of Daryl Handy, is FREE today and tomorrow! Happy Halloween, guys! http://www.amazon.com/Untimely-Deaths-Daryl-Handy-ebook/dp/B00EZHQKY4/ I also just finished implementing my chief beta reader’s notes on Wind Chill yesterday. It’ll only be a few more weeks … Continue reading

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Music for the Halloween Season

Autumn does a great job of creating the right atmosphere for Halloween night all on its own, but good music doesn’t hurt, either. So, here’s a playlist to amp it up a little. And yes, my preference for the classics … Continue reading

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My Favorite Halloween Films

Films that directly involve Halloween are surprisingly difficult to find. So, I decided to share a few of my favorites for anyone searching for a movie to match the season: -Halloween (original): Forget the Rob Zombie version. Carpenter never lets … Continue reading

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A Halloween Treat Waiting on the 31st

Ah, October is in full swing now. The mornings are getting properly chilly and the leaves are falling to make crunchy, multicolored blankets of the sidewalks. Halloween will be on us in no time, and since sending candy to everyone … Continue reading

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When Publishers Implode

Recently, I learned that a publisher that once offered me a contract (which I passed on) is in a state of massive turmoil. Several authors (many of whom I know) are furious at how they’re being treated. Looking back on … Continue reading

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The Return

I’m back from my little vacation to New England. A good time was had with family while traveling around a bit (incidentally, I recommend checking out Provincetown, MA should you have the opportunity–lovely place). Now that I’m back, I’ll be … Continue reading

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Take it with a Grain of Salt

Opinions are funny things. Everyone has one to offer on any number of topics, and books are no exception. In fact, writers rely on these voices to help spread the word about their work, going so far as to offer … Continue reading

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