So my friend and c0-conspirator in crime Susan Roddey had a blog post the other day about the popularity of anti-heroes and showcasing “bad” characters in fiction. This got me thinking. This also makes sense because we both have stories in the upcoming anthology The Big Bad, and that’s pretty much the theme. I have … More On Writing Vampires
Most of you probably remember that as if I’m not geeky enough, I’m also a comic book fiend. I have my preferences, but as long as there’s a good story, I’m willing to give it a chance. I really have a soft spot for horror comics, especially the anthology type that harken back to Creepy, … More Evil Jester Presents Needs Your Help!
We all know how much I love vampires, so I’m stoked to have an interview with the vibrant Amy Mah this week! She’s the author of two very unique vampire books that take a look at what it would be like to be an undead teenager. Intrigued? See what she has to say! *** SJ: … More Author Interview: Amy Mah
So speaking of horror, today is the blitz day for my own horror title, the historical vampire story Mooner! This e-book means a lot to me. Not only was it my first release, but writing it really got my imagination going in different directions, combining my love of the more every day aspects of American … More Book Blitz: Mooner
Before we begin, now that I definitely have your attention, I want to preface that I’m talking about sex in horror with this post. Although a lot of writers have horror elements, we won’t wander into True Blood or Anita Blake or Dresden territory (if I do it’ll be really quick, I swear), because technically … More Women in Horror: Let’s Talk About Sex
So one of the questions I’ve been asked off and on, whether on Twitter or at panels I’ve mediated on the topic of women in horror is one that slightly surprises me. “Is there really a need to even address the need for recognizing women in the horror genre? There really isn’t a problem, is … More Women and Horror: Is There a Problem or is it Just the Genre?
I wanted to take a look at another type of gal who we find in some horror stories and movies. By innocents I don’t necessarily mean victims. These are the women who are a little more reactionary. Maybe they’re prey to whatever is going on, maybe the events help them to find a stronger part … More Women in Horror: Innocents
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
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
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?
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