I’ve known Jondi for a long time. We went to school together, sang in a Madrigal choir together, fed pigeons in Krakow together…she is one awesome gal. Not only that, but she definitely was one of the few who “got” my love of dark and subversive genre work early on. I’m so excited that I’ve … More Women and Horror: Jondi Schmitt-Soper
Today’s insight into the horror genre through feminine eyes is brought to us courtesy of Chantal Boudreau. Not only is she a very talented writer, but she’s also on the preliminary ballot for the Stoker Awards, so I think she’s definitely someone to talk about women and horror! *** The Darker Appeal Horror is a … More Women and Horror: Chantal Boudreau
I’m getting another transmission beamed in from Mocha Memoir Press’s futuristic fleet of library ships…hrm…let me adjust the frequencies and see if I can pick up what they’e trying to tell me… Hrm, it seems there’s something about a woman being used as a weapon of control, a strong woman who suddenly is confronted with … More MMP African American Sci-Fi Month: Still Another Day by Janet Eckford
Yeah yeah, valentine’s day, love and stuff, etc etc etc. But what about those ladies that make our hearts suffer palpitations? What about those books and films that feature women that might actually rip your heart out or have to fight to keep their own organs in their chests? So now that we’ve talked about … More Women in Horror: Badasses
Because I’m an equal opportunist, I wanted to open the floor up to any guy who felt cool about talking about the female presence in horror. Kicking off a few days of some great excerpts and an interview is fellow Mocha Memoirs Press author Tom Olbert with his opinions! *** As a horror writer of … More Women in Horror Guest Post: Tom Olbert
Remember, voting goes through February 14, so you still have time to cast a vote for Mooner in LASR’s Book of the Year poll! Be sure to cast your vote and spread the word! The voting page can be found HERE If you’d like to read the blurb and excerpt for Mooner, you can … More Have you voted for Mooner yet?
To keep with the theme of the month, I’d like to take a look at some of the different types of female characters found in horror fiction and film. Now unlike many of the lists I’ve come across, I’m not focusing on who’s hot or scream queens or what have you…I want to take a … More Women in Horror: Crazy Chicks
Piggybacking on yesterday’s post, I wanted to share the excerpt from Toy Davis’ latest chick lit title! *** Outside, the air felt cool against my flesh. My flesh? I distantly thought. I looked down and saw my bare arms. My coat; where was it? I pulled my hurricane closer to my body as I circled … More Excerpt: Toy Davis
This week’s interview is with a fellow No Boundaries Press author, Toy Davis. She writes in different genres so she has a unique perspective on what it means to be a writer during this day and age. Her latest book is chick lit, so be sure to check it out! *** SJ: Every writer has … More Author Interview: Toy Davis
So I’ve obviously been asking other people, but the thought of women writing horror begs the question…who are my influences? Those who know me know that I tend to pull out a list that leans towards the testosterone side, but that doesn’t mean that I’m without female influences. Some of the most shockingly awesome moments … More Women in Horror: My favorites and influences
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