Your monthly insight into what I'm reading and how I feel about the stories.
Tag: books
What I’m not reading
The writer reflects on the joy of reading, citing the profound impact of certain books. They critique Lovecraft's legacy and express disappointment with Ligotti's works. Ultimately, they advocate for abandoning books that don't bring enjoyment, emphasizing the value of time in reading meaningful stories that resonate.
What I’m reading
The content shares reviews of several books. "Slenderman" is praised for its unconventional storytelling. "Good Omens" is described as an enjoyable read, and "Ghost Eaters" is commended for its strong storyline. The novella "Things Have Gotten Worse Since We Last Spoke" is highlighted for its unique form and the anticipation of delving into its content.
First person
The writer noticed a trend of more first-person novels. They found first person restrictive for a full novel and doubted the sustaining power of a single character. Despite enjoying some first-person narratives, they remain skeptical of the trend's favorability.
What I’m reading
Little Eve by Catriona Ward This is the second book that I've read by Catriona Ward; the other I've read is The Last House On Needless Street. In both stories, I started thinking that I knew what was going on. This level of perceived predictability led to low engagement in the story; this is certainly … Continue reading What I’m reading
New Orleans, Here I Come!
I'm leaving tomorrow for New Orleans and the Bram Stoker Awards Weekend incorporating the World Horror Convention. While there, I'll be promoting my debut novel, Clean Freak, which is coming soon from Black Bed Sheet Books. I'll be meeting up with friends, colleagues and favorite writers. I'll be checking back in once a day with … Continue reading New Orleans, Here I Come!
Just sign an X and then call yourself whatever the hell you want.
An interesting post came up on my Facebook feed the other day. The author challenged the right of people who don't write for their main source of income to call themselves writers. As an argument, the author stated that they spent as much time, if not more, gardening, but didn't identify themselves as a gardener. … Continue reading Just sign an X and then call yourself whatever the hell you want.
Best of Dark Eclipse and more!
On Thursday, Dark Moon Books released its first ever Best of Dark Eclipse anthologizing the best stories, flash fiction, poetry and articles from over a year and a half of Dark Eclipse, DMB's monthly e-magazine. I'm in there twice: a flash fiction story, "I Dare You," about four boys, a dead body, and some wasps; … Continue reading Best of Dark Eclipse and more!
Clean Freak coming in 2013!!
Nicholas Grabowsky and Black Bed Sheet Books will be publishing Clean Freak Spring/Summer 2013! Go forth and rejoice; I sure as hell am!
The Chimerical Dark 