Monthly Archives: October 2012

I did this for last Halloween, listed a few of my favorite horror stories, and I thought I’d continue the tradition this year.  Here are another three goodies to read by candlelight before bedtime. Shalken the Painter — J. Sheridan Le … Continue reading →

Over the weekend rumors spread that Penguin and Random House were looking at a possible merger; this morning came confirmation.  That means the Big Six will become the Big Five, and the new company will be called Penguin Random House. … Continue reading →

I wanted to make this big announcement in time for Halloween.  You’ll notice a new page along the header, Review 2 Preview.  I’ll double post the info here on the main page as well.  I also made changes to THE SHOP … Continue reading →

I got an email this week from a reader asking about my three tenets of New Publishing.  She pointed out that I never posted the third part of the multi-post arc.  I was pretty certain I had; only after checking … Continue reading →

What, you haven’t heard of All Hallow’s Read?  Well, learn about it from Neil Gaiman. It’s hard to start a new tradition, but I think this one is worth pursuing because it promotes literacy among kids and teens.  If you … Continue reading →

Anyone in the local area is invited to attend this month’s author showcase at the East Lake Library in Palm Harbor.  I’ll be speaking there next Tuesday (Oct. 16th) at 6:30 PM.  Click here for more info.  Bring a friend, … Continue reading →

(Originally posted last year on The Word Zombie, as part of my Blogbuster Tour.) ***** Today I’d like to talk a bit about the differences between an artist (or artiste, as they usually call themselves) and a professional.  I know … Continue reading →

  Best wishes and a speedy recovery to author Tom Piccirilli, who’s undergoing brain surgery today to have a sizeable tumor removed.  He’s a great western/horror/crime writer, and you should be reading his stuff if you’re not already. For those … Continue reading →