Andersen Prunty
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http://www.goodreads.com/andersenprunty
born
March 19, 1976
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Literature & Fiction, Horror, Science Fiction & Fantasy
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February 2008
about this author
I live in Dayton, Ohio. I'm the author of THE OVERWHELMING URGE (Eraserhead Press, 2008), ZEROSTRATA (Eraserhead Press, 2008), JACK AND MR. GRIN (Eraserhead Press, 2008), MARKET ADJUSTMENT AND OTHER TALES OF AVARICE (Cargo Cult Press, forthcoming), and THE SORROW KING (Cargo Cult Press, forthcoming). In 2006, I won The Harrow Award for Short Fiction in a contest judged by Ramsey Campbell and Brian Keene. I will also have a story in the forthcoming anthology of stories inspired by the songs of Nick Cave, UP JUMPED THE DEVIL (P.S. Publishing).
Check out my free online novel, The Beard, at http://thebeardnovel.blogspot.com
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The Overwhelming Urge by Andersen Prunty (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.10 — 39 ratings — published 2008 |
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Zerostrata by Andersen Prunty (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.20 — 35 ratings — published 2008 |
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The Bizarro Starter Kit by Steve Aylett, Bradley Sands (Goodreads author) Jeremy C. Shipp (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.10 — 30 ratings — published 2007 |
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Jack and Mr. Grin by Andersen Prunty (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.07 — 29 ratings — published 2008 |
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The Magazine of Bizarro Fiction by Andersen Prunty (Goodreads author), Jordan Krall (Goodreads author) Jeff Burk (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.92 — 12 ratings — published 2009 |
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The Beard by Andersen Prunty (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.00 — 9 ratings — published 2009 |
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The Night the Moon Made a Sound by Andersen Prunty (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.00 — 6 ratings — published 2008 |
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Dragons With Cancer by Mike Young , Bradley Sands (Goodreads author) Sam Pink avg rating 4.40 — 5 ratings — published 2009 |
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Market Adjustment and Other Tales of Avarice by Andersen Prunty (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.67 — 3 ratings — published 2009 |
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Bust Down the Door and Eat All the Chickens: Issue 5 by Carlton Mellick III, Steve Rasnic Tem D. Harlan Wilson (Goodreads author) avg rating 4.50 — 2 ratings — published 2009 |
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Laser (Humor)
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Selection from THE OVERWHELMING URGE
The Beard (Humor)
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A guy quits everything to grow a beard and ends up going on a surreal cross-country trek, possibly to save the world.
Market Adjustment Excerpt (Horror)
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An excerpt from MARKET ADJUSTMENT AND OTHER TALES OF AVARICE, the limited edition hardcover from Cargo Cult Press.
ZEROSTRATA (Literature & Fiction)
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An excerpt from my latest Eraserhead Press release.
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"Great novel. Prunty tells the tale of David Glum who grows a beard while embarking on a surreal journey. He attempts to find himself and his purpose in life.Full of mythology and adventure,The Beard questions identity and is sure to please any fan of...more " | |||
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"I read this book backwards, or at least semi backwards. I read it from the top of the blog down, so I read the chapters frontwards in the backwards order. Why would I do this? I felt like it. Perhaps someday I will reread it in the frontwards order. ...more " | |||
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sure thing. thank YOU for generously putting it out for free and writing it and things. it was crazy and good. a good kind of crazy or something.
Thanks for the reply1 :) Have palypal-will hook up in a month or two then!!!! Always get a few signed books from writers like you--not well known, but write great. Quimby's is such an experience--the range and depth of their shelves and the zines are amazing. they change around the shop every year or two. It my co-workers went in there, they would be disgusted! LOL!!! Thgey are so up tight, but they would never think i would adore shopping a store like that EVER!I recommend a zine "The Inner Swine". You cane goggle it-it is on-line. Great writing by one ego.
love the pics from the Q!! Was that the first time you were there? I just adore the place--it drains my wallet every time. I was wondering if i can get signed books from you later this year. I would cover postage. Just email me me the how or the no. thanks. Sorry I could not get anyone to work for me that night.
Hi Andersen!(LOVED your blog post, Market Adjustment Signature Sheets and The Signing Thereof , BTW) I don't get to Goodreads nearly as often as I'd like because I'm writing my 4th book. So, I wanted to make sure and stop by and let you know that I am thrilled to be your friend here! Are you on twitter? My twitter name is: linc0lnpark
Have a fantastic day!
-L-
I was wondering what books will be featured at the signing event? Thanks! Just want to know what titles, so to know how much to bring? :)
Do you really mean AM for the Quimby event?!? breakfast there would be coolth and biarrzo to the tenth level there, but I think you mean PM. Just wanted to double check with you for sure.
Hi, Andersen...thanks for the invite into your circle of friends...CONGRATS on on your novels...good luck to you with any/all future writings...looking forward to sharing chats, reviews and any/all recommendations...have a blessed week...and Happy Reading & Writing :-)
Hello Andersen,
Thank you for your request. I am looking forward to browsing your library and learning about your work.
Take care, Isabella.....
Andersen,
I will read it soon. You are lucky to be published. Could you read my first chapter of my memoir posted on my profile?
It was nominated for a Pushcart Prize.
However,no literary agent wants it yet. It's politically incorrect.
nanette
More spam for the clown!
Check out ZEROSTRATA, my second release from Eraserhead Press!
Thanks for reading,
Andy
Hey douche bag! Here's some spam for you:
My second release from Eraserhead Press, Zerostrata, is now available from:
Amazon
Barnes and Noble
My Website
Here’s a description:
After ten years, Hansel Nothing returns to his boyhood home, unable to remember anything that has happened to him since he left. Back home, he stays in Zerostrata, a treehouse in the backyard. The nothing family is as dysfunctional and depressed as ever. His mother keeps a cat on her head and incessantly munches prescription medication. His father has left the house to pursue a career as a superhero. His brother has become a shut-in, brooding in the darkened basement. Hansel realizes, after a life of sadness, a life only half-remembered, the only thing he wants is for himself and his family to be happy. But what type of bizarre world must he enter to obtain this happiness?
Hi Andersen,
Good to meet you. I'm looking forward to trading recommendations for great thrillers.
I just received the cover art for my next book and it looks fantastic. A Demon Awaits will be ready for press in a few weeks!
CJ
Have a great weekend! I look forward to being your friend on Goodreads. I just put up a sample of my thriller, Melody on my page. Check it out and vote. I'd love your opinion! Best Wishes!
Hi, Andy!
Thanks for your recommendation. I have put it in my to-read list. Hope I can get the book easily and immediately :-)
Hi Andersen..thanks for the add!
I look forward to read your books..but I hope they are not horror story.. 8D
Thank you for the friendly invitation! I look forward to reading your work and reviews.
Janie Pendleton, The Gates to Love and War
Thanks for being my goodreads buddy, Anderson!
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