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Altagracia's Lament accepted for Spectral Realms #16!
On 6/22 I sent my poem Altagracia's Lament to the editor of Spectral Realms for consideration. He responded soon after saying that he liked it, but suggested that I tweak a few lines. I did so and this weekend I got the official word that it has been accepted for issue #16!
Just as a reminder, issue #15 is due to be released any day now (I imagine, within the first week or so in July), so keep an eye out for that one. It will feature my poems Black Hymeneal, Witch's Tit,, and Manurog.
Just as a reminder, issue #15 is due to be released any day now (I imagine, within the first week or so in July), so keep an eye out for that one. It will feature my poems Black Hymeneal, Witch's Tit,, and Manurog.
Spectral Realms #15
Spectral Realms #15 is available now on the Hippocampus Press website, and it features three of my poems: Manurog, Witch's Tit, and Black Hymeneal.
Penumbra #2 available!
Penumbra #2 is now available from Hippocampus Press. It features my tribute to David Park Barnitz, Dream of a Dead Poet, as well as tales, poems and essays by many luminaries from today's weird lit scene! Check out the blurb from Hippocampus Press:
The second issue of Penumbra is highlighted by “Lost for Words,” a new story by Ramsey Campbell, the leading writer of weird and supernatural literature of our time. In addition, veteran writers Darrell Schweitzer and Mark Samuels contribute original tales. Among younger writers, Curtis M. Lawson presents a science fiction/horror hybrid; Katherine Kerestman pens a skillful tale of vampirism; Scott J. Couturier, Geoffrey Reiter, Scott Bradfield, and Shawn Phelps offer glimpses of terror and strangeness; and Manuel Arenas contributes a moving prose poem. The issue also includes, as its classic reprint, Algernon Blackwood’s first published weird tale.
Among the articles in this issue, Martin Wangsgaard Jürgensen examines religiosity in the early tales of Lord Dunsany; James Goho analyzes the roots of terror in the work of Caitlín R. Kiernan; John C. Tibbetts studies weird elements in the oeuvre of acclaimed science fiction writer Greg Bear; S. T. Joshi presents a comprehensive account of the weird work of Guy de Maupassant; and other essays discuss William Hope Hodgson, vampire poetry, Clark Ashton Smith’s Hyperborea cycle, John Collier, and other subjects.
Adam Bolivar, Wade German, Ann K. Schwader, Leigh Blackmore, Maxwell I. Gold, and Frank Coffman are among the poets included in this issue.
In all, Penumbra No. 2 is a cornucopia of the bizarre in fiction, essays, and verse.
The second issue of Penumbra is highlighted by “Lost for Words,” a new story by Ramsey Campbell, the leading writer of weird and supernatural literature of our time. In addition, veteran writers Darrell Schweitzer and Mark Samuels contribute original tales. Among younger writers, Curtis M. Lawson presents a science fiction/horror hybrid; Katherine Kerestman pens a skillful tale of vampirism; Scott J. Couturier, Geoffrey Reiter, Scott Bradfield, and Shawn Phelps offer glimpses of terror and strangeness; and Manuel Arenas contributes a moving prose poem. The issue also includes, as its classic reprint, Algernon Blackwood’s first published weird tale.
Among the articles in this issue, Martin Wangsgaard Jürgensen examines religiosity in the early tales of Lord Dunsany; James Goho analyzes the roots of terror in the work of Caitlín R. Kiernan; John C. Tibbetts studies weird elements in the oeuvre of acclaimed science fiction writer Greg Bear; S. T. Joshi presents a comprehensive account of the weird work of Guy de Maupassant; and other essays discuss William Hope Hodgson, vampire poetry, Clark Ashton Smith’s Hyperborea cycle, John Collier, and other subjects.
Adam Bolivar, Wade German, Ann K. Schwader, Leigh Blackmore, Maxwell I. Gold, and Frank Coffman are among the poets included in this issue.
In all, Penumbra No. 2 is a cornucopia of the bizarre in fiction, essays, and verse.
New Morbidezza story in Penumbra #3
I recently received word that my story, "The Hearse and the Highwaymen" has been accepted for publication in Penumbra #3. The story is the latest episode in the Sanguinary Saga of Morbidezza Vespertilio, Vampiress.
Update 10/05/2022
Greetings! Sorry I have been away for so long! Much has happened and I won't be able to catch up on everything right now, but a few things have happened which bear mentioning.
In June I was interviewed by Daniel Braum for his show, Night Time Logic. Joining me was author Brenda Sue Tolian, who talked about her novel Blood Mountain. We both were interviewed and read excerpts from our recent works. I read Morbidezza, and Gothilocks, both from my Book of Shadows. A YouTube video of the show may be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGy-y...
Recently, I was also selected for a written interview by Sumiko Saulson of the Horror Writer's Association for their LatinX Heritage in Horror. The link for that is here: https://horror.org/latinx-heritage-in...
I have also had various pieces see publication recently in Spectral Realms, and Penumbra, both from Hippocampus Press. https://hippocampuspress.com/
I am presently working on both a chapbook and a collection of poetry & prose for Jackanapes Press. The chapbook will feature diabolical illustrations by UK artist Mutartis Boswell, who has done work for both Jackanapes Press and Hippocampus Press in the past. Boswell and I are collaborating with a friend of mine on a book trailer, which I hope to unveil in the coming weeks.
Speaking of Jackanapes Press, I have also written blurbs for two recent releases of fantastic poetry by my colleagues Scott J. Couturier, and Rebecca Buchanan, respectively. They are both available here: https://www.jackanapespress.com/
Well, that's about all I have for the moment. I promise there will be more to come before the end of the year, and I shall keep you all in the loop as things develop. In the interim, have a safe and Happy Hallowe'en!
In June I was interviewed by Daniel Braum for his show, Night Time Logic. Joining me was author Brenda Sue Tolian, who talked about her novel Blood Mountain. We both were interviewed and read excerpts from our recent works. I read Morbidezza, and Gothilocks, both from my Book of Shadows. A YouTube video of the show may be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGy-y...
Recently, I was also selected for a written interview by Sumiko Saulson of the Horror Writer's Association for their LatinX Heritage in Horror. The link for that is here: https://horror.org/latinx-heritage-in...
I have also had various pieces see publication recently in Spectral Realms, and Penumbra, both from Hippocampus Press. https://hippocampuspress.com/
I am presently working on both a chapbook and a collection of poetry & prose for Jackanapes Press. The chapbook will feature diabolical illustrations by UK artist Mutartis Boswell, who has done work for both Jackanapes Press and Hippocampus Press in the past. Boswell and I are collaborating with a friend of mine on a book trailer, which I hope to unveil in the coming weeks.
Speaking of Jackanapes Press, I have also written blurbs for two recent releases of fantastic poetry by my colleagues Scott J. Couturier, and Rebecca Buchanan, respectively. They are both available here: https://www.jackanapespress.com/
Well, that's about all I have for the moment. I promise there will be more to come before the end of the year, and I shall keep you all in the loop as things develop. In the interim, have a safe and Happy Hallowe'en!
Update 02/14/2023
Happy Valentine's Day! As usual, I have been remiss in keeping you all updated on my recent activities, and I apologize for that. I have had a lot on my plate personally and it has taken up a lot of my time and energy.
Anyway, moving on, I had a reprint of my poem Thalía in the anthology Vampiricon: Imaginings and Images of the Vampire, edited by Frank Coffman and published by Mind's Eye Publishing.
Spectral Realms #18 is now available from Hippocampus Press and contains my poem, Love Song of the Lugubrious Gondolier.
A Walk in a City of Shadows: Tales of Urban Legendry (Alien Sun Press) is a new anthology from the folks that brought you A Walk in a Darker Wood. My poem Beware the Slenderman makes its debut here.
Lastly, I am still working on my chapbook, The Burning Ember Mission of Helldorado & Others, which is slated to be released by Jackanapes Press, sometime in the coming months. We are currently doing final drafts and layouts and incorporating the amazing artwork by UK artist Mutartis Boswell. More info on that as things develop.
Anyway, moving on, I had a reprint of my poem Thalía in the anthology Vampiricon: Imaginings and Images of the Vampire, edited by Frank Coffman and published by Mind's Eye Publishing.
Spectral Realms #18 is now available from Hippocampus Press and contains my poem, Love Song of the Lugubrious Gondolier.
A Walk in a City of Shadows: Tales of Urban Legendry (Alien Sun Press) is a new anthology from the folks that brought you A Walk in a Darker Wood. My poem Beware the Slenderman makes its debut here.
Lastly, I am still working on my chapbook, The Burning Ember Mission of Helldorado & Others, which is slated to be released by Jackanapes Press, sometime in the coming months. We are currently doing final drafts and layouts and incorporating the amazing artwork by UK artist Mutartis Boswell. More info on that as things develop.
Update 02/18/2023
I received word last night from S. T. Joshi that my Arthurian-themed love poem, Brocéliande, has been accepted for Spectral Realms #19.
New Releases from Hippocampus Press!
Greetings! Hippocampus Press has release two new poetry books today, both of which feature poems by yours truly! Firstly, the latest issue of the supernatural themed poetry journal Spectral Realms (issue #19) is now available, and it contains my Arthurian love poem, "Brocéliand". also available is the poetical tribute to H. P. Lovecraft, "For the Outsider", which features my poem "H. P. L.: R. I. P."! Both, of course, may be found at https://www.hippocampuspress.com/
Penumbra #4
Apparently, I seem to have neglected to mention that my story "Azraelle, the Lich Queen" is featured in the latest issue of Penumbra: A Journal of Weird Fiction and Criticism from Hippocampus Press, where it sits alongside poetry, stories and literary criticism by some of the most talented Weird scribes of this era. Pick up your copy now at www.hippocampuspress.com
Spectral Realms #21 now available.
Spectral Realms #21 is now available at Hippocampus Press. It features my poem "Churchyard Nuncheon" and the prose poem "Sor Maria and the Devil, Luzbel".
https://www.hippocampuspress.com/jour...
https://www.hippocampuspress.com/jour...
