Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Some Other Time - Fun Facts

I always like to give fun facts along with anything that I write. Some Other Time is a zombie story with a slight twist (which I'm not giving away). It also has a romantic touch to it. A young man risking life and limb to reach the woman he
 loves. That part is kinda true. I am in the process of planning a trip to see that very woman and every penny made from the book gets me closer. The book itself is a metaphor of sorts to people who are in a long distance relationship. Now don't let that scare you off. There is no mushy Twilight feel. I assure you that the book is pure horror. There are also a few scenes that are very dark simply because they are from some very dark times in my life. For the first time ever, I was able to bring myself to the point where I could write about the car accident which nearly claimed my life. I was the sole survivor and that day has haunted me ever since. There were some other things as well that were difficult for me to dig back into and put on the page. I'm glad I did. Since then I have felt much better. 



The fire department in the book is based on my department, Green River Fire and Rescue. I wanted to give them a shout out, especially since they helped save my life. 



If you are from or have ever been to Hendersonville NC, you will probably notice several familiar places along the busy bend of Kanuga like IQ Tattoo and Hot Dog World.



One final thing...you can blame Sandy Shelonchik for eating the last stray peanut.



That being said, I hope you will give this one a try. It is now out on Kindle and paperback and should help fill your need for zombies after Halloween (or during if you have a kindle).


Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Some Other Time - A Zombie Novella OUT NOW!



I am very proud of this book. Like Sticks and Stones, this book was a trip into some dark places to exorcise some old demons that have haunted me for a long time. It was also a way to help me through something new. Though this book put me through an emotional Hell in many ways -the worst being reliving the accident that nearly killed me- it has helped me more than any other. 
This book would've never been possible without the support of many people during its writing. Most importantly, my inspiration, Christine Masters. 

I also wish to send a special thank you to my editor, who did a fantastic job, Sandy Shelonchik. Sandy lives in New York -with fellow horror author David Bernstein- and is dealing with the massive hurricane at the moment. I ask all of you to keep them and everyone else in this storm's path in your well wishes.

If you are dealing with Hurricane Sandy yourself, please stay safe!
Some Other Time - A Zombie Novella
It's easy to give up when you're watching the world of all that you've ever known die right in front of your eyes. Chris is no stranger to death. He's felt the cold fingers of the Reaper before. Now he faces it once again as the dead rise to claim the world as the new rulers. 

It's easy to give up... but Chris still has something worth fighting for. Something worth traversing a Kingdom of the Dead to reach. With the aid of two strangers and a mysterious young girl with a dog, Chris sets out to save the person who means the most to him - his world.

Giving up is not an option.

It's time to fight.
On sale NOW! Get your PAPERBACK or KINDLE EDITION


Wednesday, October 24, 2012

THE LOVERS by CHRISTINE MASTERS

I just wanted to take a moment to share something from my beautiful lady.


AS THE NIGHT'S SONG PLAYS

IT'S SYMPHONY TO THE STARS 
AND THE MOON SHINES FULL
THE LOVERS DANCE 
THROUGH THE GARDEN OF DESIRE
TWO SOULS TRANSCENDING INTO ONE.

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

New Interview from Rebecca Besser


I recently got to sit down and answer a few questions from a very talented voice in horror -  Undead Drive-Thru author, Rebecca Besser. There will be more authors featured in the "Wild Week" interviews in celebration of the release of Zombies Gone Wild. Keep your eyes peeled (or something may peel them for you). 
Click HERE to see it now!

Saturday, October 20, 2012

Lots of New Stuff


Got some new stuff that has just been released and some more on the way. Been a busy month!
First up is news on Some Other Time - it is in the hands of the editor and I am hearing some really great feedback. As soon as my edits are done it will be hitting paperback and Kindle. It will also have two bonus short stories (Birthday Wish and In The Walls).

I will have a poem called Threnody in the upcoming Rhonny Reaper release - Poetry From The Grave. It will be the first poem I've had published  in about twelve years. I'm pretty excited about this one! It contains the first published work from by beautiful lady, Christine Masters. I'm very proud of her!

I have also started work on a ghost story that I've wanted to do for a while. There has always been this creepy little guy that I've drawn whenever I get bored. I've always wanted to build a story around him and now I think I have what I've been looking for. I'll have details on that as soon as I can.

Below are two new anthology releases that I'm very excited and very proud of. Lots of good authors within these pages. I hope you'll check 'em out and enjoy them. Lots of big names mixed with some new voices (including the first published work by my editor, Sandy).




Zombies Gone Wild

Zombies Gone Wild! An Anthology

Death is not the end…

“Zombies Gone Wild!” is a chilling collection of twenty-six stories from established authors as well as up-and-coming writers in the genre, with an opening poem from everyone’s favorite zombie. This anthology includes tales where the undead stand as a symbol of unification for a desperate world, where friends really are what you make them, and where new beginnings aren’t always a good thing.

The end is only the beginning…

Bizarre, humorous, and terrifying, “Zombies Gone Wild!” will satiate your hunger for zombie goodness.

WITH STORIES FROM:
Patrick D’Orazio, S.P. Durnin, Rebecca Besser, C. D. Carter, Nicholas Conley, Adam Millard, and many more!

“The title doesn't lie, folks. This is a helluva ride.”
C. Dulaney, author of the Roads Less Traveled trilogy


Click HERE to get it now!


Little Stories for the Smallest Room
Little Stories for the Smallest Room
'200 drabbles by 77 authors all in one place
for your reading pleasure, and all in a nice 
compact book that fits in the hand for 
when you visit the smallest room.

Enjoy'

AUTHOR LIST
This is a full alphabetical by first name list of all 77 authors who contributed to the 200 stories found within these pages, take a few moments to scan the list and search out their work I am sure you will agree each one has provided us with a wealth of entertainment.

Adam Millard
Adnane Rehane
Allen Jacoby
Amanda Perry 
Anastasia Wraight
Andrew Freudenberg
Andrew Stockton
Aurelio Rico Lopez III
Benjamin Rogers
Ben Shires
Brent Abell
C. Topher Gadomski
Caid Rhymes
Cayleigh Hickey
Charlie Morgan
Chip Fehd
Chris Hugh
Christina Hugh
Dale Eldon
Dan Howarth
Darren Baker
Darren Barker
Darren Woon
David Lightfoot
David Moody
David Naughton-Shires
David Thomas
Diane Arrelle
Douglas Vance Castagna
Eliyanna Kaiser
Eric J. Guignard
Garrett Cook
Geoffery Crescent
Howard Mosley-Chalk
J.F. Wagner
J. Rodimus Fowler
Jacob Edwards
Jamie Freeman
Jay Faulkner
Jeremy Peterson
Jeremy L. Mahan
John H. Dromey
Josh Naughton-Shires
Joshua Skye
Katy-Rose Hötker
Kevin Walsh
Kim Krodel
Kristal Stittle
Lance Shoeman
Laura Ann Via
Lee Widener
M.D. Wilson
Mari Mitchell
Matt Darst
Matt Kurtz
Matt Nord
Maurice Vaughan
Michael Bondies
Michael C. Dick
Michael S Gardner
Monique Snyman
Nathan Barnes
Nathalie Boisard-Beudin
Nicky Peacock.
Paul S Huggins
Peter Bailey
R. S. Pyne
RafalKuleta
Rebecca Besser
Rebecca Snow
Richard Barnes
Rod Nojek
Rycke Foreman
S.J.Caunt
Sandy Shelonchik
Sean Logan
Sean M. Thompson
Sharla Anderson
Shawn M. Riddle
Sheri White
Stacey Jaine McIntosh
Steve K Cole
Suzanne Robb
Tonia Brown
Teresa J Gibson
Trevor Smith
Theresa Derwin
Victor M. Beas


Click HERE to get it now!

Monday, October 1, 2012

New Zombie Novelette on the Way


A while back I announced that there would be another story that takes places within the world of Birthday Wish. I'm pleased to say that things are moving along smoothly and if all goes well it will be out later this month. As with Sticks And Stones, this is a very personal story for me to write and does mirror many of the things that are floating around in my life. The story will be available on Kindle and I'm seriously considering publishing it as a paperback chapbook if there is enough interest. 

Synopsis:

It's easy to give up when you're watching the world of all that you've ever known die right in front of your eyes. Chris is no stranger to death. He's felt the cold fingers of the Reaper before. Now he faces it once again as the dead rise to claim the world as the new rulers. 

It's easy to give up... but Chris still has something worth fighting for. Something worth traversing a Kingdom of the Dead to reach. With the aid of two strangers and a mysterious young girl with a dog, Chris sets out to save the person who means the most to him - his world.

Giving up is not an option.

It's time to fight.