Hello faithful reader!
I will once again be at ConNooga this year (February 17th – 19th). You can find me in the vendor room behind the big pile of books. I’m also going to be a guest for a discussion on Horror Cinematic Universes, that will be Sunday morning at 11AM.
ConNooga is a great con to kick off your year, and I hope to see you there.
Hallowcon is this coming weekend (October 26-28). It will be in Dalton, GA. I have been fortunate enough to be asked to be a guest along with some other phenomenal authors. Please come by, pick up an autographed book, and say hi.
Hope you are having a spooky October and hope to see you in Dalton.
Another Dragoncon has come and gone. As always, it was a blast!
I want to welcome everyone that came by and picked up a business card or grabbed a book. This was by far my best show ever. I sold out of two books and almost sold out of the other three Winston & Baum adventures.
Thanks to everyone that came out, my next scheduled stop will be Hallowcon at the end of October, but I’m going to see if I can’t add some appearances in before then. Please keep checking back to find out where I’ll be and what I’ve got going on.
Hello! It is the Friday before Memorial Day here in the US, the official start of summer.
Which also means it is the start of summer reading season. I need something to read on the beach, in the mountains, on the plane, sitting on the deck of a cruise ship, to distract me from my kids, etc. Good news, dear friends. I have something that can help you with just that.
If you are looking for short stories or novels, horror or action, thrills and chills, then I ask you drop by my amazon author’s page and browse my work. You can get all of them on Kindle or the Kindle app on your mobile device, and all of my novels are available in physical form.
No matter what, I hope you all have a safe and fun summer. Keep checking back for more information on what I’m doing, and where I’ll be.
Good morning all, I wanted to thank everyone that came by at Atlanta Steampunk Exposition (ASE) and picked up a book. This was the show’s first year, and it was a great show. We saw a lot of great, top-tier cosplay, and I had the opportunity to meet some great independent authors like myself.
Here are just two examples of the cosplay that was on display.
If you are a fan of steampunk fiction, this was the con for you. ASE had a lot of great authors, and I was able to pick up some books. You can click on any of the covers below to pick up the books that I added to my library this weekend.
ASE 2017 was a success in my opinion. A lot of people attended and everyone appeared to have a great time. We have received confirmation that they will be doing a second show in 2018. If possible, I hope to be a part of it. Thank you very much to everyone that came out, if you weren’t able to make it, I hope to see you at another show sometime soon.
Hello faithful readers, I have two more shows before the end of the year.
The first is Christmas in Lithia. This show is on November 11-12 at Lithia Springs High School. It is a craft show featuring a variety of vendors, I will be there with copies of my books alongside my wife, who will have her prints and coloring books available. My sister-in-law will be joining us with her collection of handmade, geek-inspired bags and pouches. For more information, you can click here.
On November 18-19, I will be at the Atlanta Steampunk Exposition at the Atlanta Marriott at the Galleria. This promises to be a fun show. The weekend before Thanksgiving, this show will be debuting with a host of steampunk guests and authors. If you are a steampunk enthusiast, then I urge you to come out. You can click here for more information.
If you are looking for Christmas gifts that are not your average store bought merchandise, or you want some autographed books for yourself or someone special, then both of these shows are places to find them. Also, if you happen to be in the area on those dates and are looking for something to do, I think you’ll have a good time at either event. Hope to see you there.
First, I want to say a big thanks to everyone that came out this past Saturday to Hiram Books. I saw some familiar faces and a lot of new ones. Thanks to each and every one of you who came out.
Now, on to what you really wanted to know. I will be at my wife/cover artist’s table in the Dragoncon Art Show in the Hyatt if you want to swing by and pick up a book or art, or if you just want to drop by and say hi. Below is a map of the Art Show showing where you can find me.
Hope to see you there, but if you can’t find time to swing by (which I totally understand, Dragoncon is huge), I hope you have a great con and a safe Labor Day.
This weekend was the first ever C1 Comicon in Ringgold, GA. It was housed at the Colonnade, which I had never been to, but it was really nice venue. The people that organized the show and volunteered were top notch. They were incredibly helpful and made everyone feel completely at home. The vendors represented a wide-range of interests for fans of all walks. They had comic book vendors (who had some really sweet items), collectible/toy sellers, some artists, a few authors (myself included), and even some Walkers from The Walking Dead.
While at the con, I got to hang out with some cool people that I’d already met, but I also had the opportunity to meet some great new people, who helped make the con fun for everybody. First up, I got to meet Sketch MacQuinor, the lead animator of Cartoon Network’s Squidbillies. You can check out my facebook page to hear his reading of the first chapter of Winston & Baum and the Secret of the Stone Circle.
Me and Sketch having some fun at C1.
You should check out some of the awesome work he’s put up on his deviantart.
Sketch was on my left and on my right was fellow indy author J.A. Tony. I had the pleasure of meeting his cover artist DM at Connooga this year, and was glad I got to finally meet J.A. These two were great to hang out with and share some laughs. J.A.’s book Gabriel: Sinner is available now, and I highly encourage you to pick it up. You can click on the cover beneath the photo to get a copy.
DM, me, and author J.A. Tony
Last, and far from least was Eddie Price. Eddie is a great comic book artist, who I had the pleasure to meet at Steampunk Expo. He’s a fun guy and does some astounding 3d artworks. You should check him out on facebook and purchase all of his stuff.
Eddie Price #that3dguy
I’ve been told that C1 will be happening again next year, and frankly, I can’t wait. This was a fun show with great vendors, artists, and attendees that was put on by a grade A staff. Until next year C1, see you then.
To keep up with where I’m appearing or what crazy misadventures I’m involved in, keep checking back or come visit my facebook.
Hello everyone. With Halloween a week away, I wanted to reach out with some recommended reading to tingle the spine.
Myself, I have found myself reading a lot of H.P. Lovecraft this month. Not just because I find his stories to be some of the most original for the time, but also how pervasive his influence has been. Granted Lovecraft’s horror is very different from a lot of the modern-day sensibilities. It wasn’t all blood and gore so much as ooze and strange things from beyond the walls of man’s comprehension. If you want specific stories of his, I would recommend Call of C’Thulhu, Shadow Over Innsmouth, Dreams in the Witch-House, and The Colour Out of Time. Click the cover below to pick up a complete collection of his works.
Do you like vampires? There are a lot of great books out there to choose from. Believe, I know, I have a shelf or two full of vampire fiction novels. However, if you’ve never read it, I’m going to recommend Salem’s Lot by Stephen King. It has been touted as “Dracula meets Peyton Place,” which isn’t a terrible analogy. King took a very simple premise of what if Dracula came to a (then) modern, little New England town. I reread this book at least once every 18 months, and it is definitely my favorite King novel. Click the cover below to pick it up.
Are vampires not your thing? Do you prefer another form of undead? The flesh-eating variety? Zombies! Well then, I do have just the book for you. Brian Keene’s The Rising was released prior to The Walking Dead comics and follows a man on a quest to find his son after receiving a phone call from him. I read this book in a single evening, unable to put it down. The zombies featured within are not your typical mindless, flesh-eating fiends. They also aren’t just limited to humans. You heard me right, zombie dogs, deer, lions, and other assorted varieties of undead forest dweller. I would warn you that this book is graphic, but it’s zombies eating people how can it not be? Click the cover to sink your teeth into this one.
Like monsters, but not the undead variety. I might have just the thing.: Crota by Owl Goingback. A small town plagued by a monster that co-existed with the dinosaurs. After the destruction of the dinosaurs and the rise of man, the beast plagued the native American tribes in the area. Until one tribe sacrificed itself to seal the monster underground. It has been freed and is once again leaving carnage in its wake. This was another book that just held me enthralled until it was finished. For anyone who likes a little history, Indian mysticism, and one great monster; click the cover.
Okay, so you haven’t been impressed yet. You feel that horror comes more from a gathered sense of dread than monsters or eldritch terrors from beyond space and time. I can appreciate that, I also enjoy a good atmospheric horror story. What is better than setting a mood than a haunted house? Nothing, that’s what. So, for your entertainment may I recommend Hell House by the great Richard Matheson. Twenty years ago, there was a failed research expedition into the Belasco House, commonly known as Hell House. Now, a new team will be entering into the old mansion to try and prove or disprove the existence of “surviving personalities.” A scientist and his wife, accompanied by two mediums (one the only survivor of the first expedition) are venturing in to confront the horrors of Hell House. A story that builds upon the characters own experiences within the haunted halls, this book will leave you feeling like maybe you aren’t alone after all. Click the cover and peer beyond the veil.
Let me guess, you aren’t a serious horror reader and prefer something that takes a more tongue in cheek approach. May I recommend, John Dies at the End? This book has been described as “H.P. Lovecraft as written by Kevin Smith.” Having read the book and it’s sequel, I can wholeheartedly agree with that statement. Following David and his friend John, the book takes a look at the strange adventures of a couple of guys who find that they can see things outside the normal realm of perception when taking a drug, known only as soy sauce. At times very trippy with a lot of fun dialogue, John Dies at the End is a fun romp through what might be considered a horrifying world. Click the cover and be prepared to laugh or get scared.
Haven’t seen anything so far? Prefer a classic? How about Dracula? The most adapted literary character of all time. I’m sure I don’t have to give you too much of a rundown on this one. Lonely vampire moves to the city meets nice girl, only problem is her fiancee and his buddies want to kill him – ever noticed that if phrased right, anything sounds like a rom-com? Seriously though, if you’ve never read it, you should. This book set the standard for the modern interpretation of the vampire. Click the cover, read and listen to the children of the night.
Hopefully, there is something on this list that you will find appealing. Do you have other recommendations for people to read at this time of year? If so, leave them in the comments below. On October 25th, I’ll pick one of the commentators to receive an autographed copy of Winston & Baum and the Secret of the Stone Circle.
Also, you can view my scary stories on my Amazon author’s page.
I’m back from Dragoncon 2016. This was another fun year with lots of great costumes, guests, and attendees. I got to meet a lot of new people and sell some books, which is always nice. I even have some amazing people who come out every year to get the newest volume of the Winston & Baum Steampunk Adventures. My wife, Caralyn, had a phenomenal year in the art show, winning two awards.
Here’s her “Clocktopus” necklace, which won Best Jewelry from the judges. 
Here is “Are We There Yet?” which won Best Fairy based off of the votes of the people who attended the Art Show on Friday and Saturday.
A big thank you to everyone that came out and met us. Dragoncon is always a great place to meet up with friends, I was fortunate enough to get to spend a few minutes talking with authors Bobby Nash and David B. Coe.
My next scheduled con will be C1 Comicon on November 12. Come out if you can and pick up some fun stuff for Christmas presents or just drop by and say ‘hey.’ To all of my great con buddies and fans, thanks for coming out, and I’ll see you next year.
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