Charlie Morgan's Blog, page 8

Hello there, my favorite fiends!

I know its been a while and EBN has been quiet. After Some Other Time, I decided to take a little time off to work on some other things that I needed to do. I'm still working on a few but I'm also back to writing. I have a few things coming along in the near future.

THE WHISPERING KINGDOM - is a very TRUE tale of horror that I have started. It will tell of a mysterious location not far from my home. There have been brief hints of it in some of my stories already but this will be the first, full account documenting the strange history of a place tucked away deep within the mountains of North Carolina, simply known as "The Kingdom."

CATHEDRAL - an upcoming short story with a Lovecraftian influence. The subject matter of this one makes MY skin crawl! I can't wait to see what it does to you guys }:-)~

CARCASS: NECROPOLIS - maaaayyyyybe

CUT AND RUN: STICKS AND STONES PART II - a young woman is kidnapped by a deranged psychopath and taken into the woods. Already in a fight for her life, the night's events take a vicious turn as massive, hairy creatures descend upon the two. If they are to survive the night, the psycho and the victim must join forces in this carnage-filled sequel to the Amazon.com best-seller, STICKS AND STONES!

I will update further as soon as I can. I want to thank all of you for your continued support for all of these twisted little tales. You guys keep it fun and make it worth doing.

That's all for now. Happy Valentine's Day! Be sure to eat.someone you love.
Blessed be.

The Return of Bigfoot

I've started a new blog over at Wordpress.com that will be the home of my first serial novella called The Image In The Dark. The first chapter is now live and new chapters will follow every Friday. This isn't a sequel to Sticks and Stones but is a stand alone tale that follows a group of cryptozoologists who travel to the mountains of North Carolina to investigate sightings of the mysterious creature following a bloody rampage in the foothills. I hope you'll check it out and let me know what you think! Click HERE to start reading it.

Some Other Time - Fun Facts

I always like to give fun facts along with anything that I write. Some Other Time is a zombie story with a slight twist (which I'm not giving away). It also has a romantic touch to it. A young man risking life and limb to reach the woman he
 loves. That part is kinda true. I am in the process of planning a trip to see that very woman and every penny made from the book gets me closer. The book itself is a metaphor of sorts to people who are in a long distance relationship. Now don't let that scare you off. There is no mushy Twilight feel. I assure you that the book is pure horror. There are also a few scenes that are very dark simply because they are from some very dark times in my life. For the first time ever, I was able to bring myself to the point where I could write about the car accident which nearly claimed my life. I was the sole survivor and that day has haunted me ever since. There were some other things as well that were difficult for me to dig back into and put on the page. I'm glad I did. Since then I have felt much better. 


The fire department in the book is based on my department, Green River Fire and Rescue. I wanted to give them a shout out, especially since they helped save my life. 


If you are from or have ever been to Hendersonville NC, you will probably notice several familiar places along the busy bend of Kanuga like IQ Tattoo and Hot Dog World.


One final thing...you can blame Sandy Shelonchik for eating the last stray peanut.


That being said, I hope you will give this one a try. It is now out on Kindle and paperback and should help fill your need for zombies after Halloween (or during if you have a kindle).

 Paperback or Kindle

Some Other Time - A Zombie Novella OUT NOW!

I am very proud of this book. Like Sticks and Stones, this book was a trip into some dark places to exorcise some old demons that have haunted me for a long time. It was also a way to help me through something new. Though this book put me through an emotional Hell in many ways -the worst being reliving the accident that nearly killed me- it has helped me more than any other. This book would've never been possible without the support of many people during its writing. Most importantly, my inspiration, Christine Masters. 
I also wish to send a special thank you to my editor, who did a fantastic job, Sandy Shelonchik. Sandy lives in New York -with fellow horror author David Bernstein- and is dealing with the massive hurricane at the moment. I ask all of you to keep them and everyone else in this storm's path in your well wishes.
If you are dealing with Hurricane Sandy yourself, please stay safe!It's easy to give up when you're watching the world of all that you've ever known die right in front of your eyes. Chris is no stranger to death. He's felt the cold fingers of the Reaper before. Now he faces it once again as the dead rise to claim the world as the new rulers. 
It's easy to give up... but Chris still has something worth fighting for. Something worth traversing a Kingdom of the Dead to reach. With the aid of two strangers and a mysterious young girl with a dog, Chris sets out to save the person who means the most to him - his world.
Giving up is not an option.
It's time to fight.On sale NOW! Get your PAPERBACK or KINDLE EDITION

THE LOVERS by CHRISTINE MASTERS

I just wanted to take a moment to share something from my beautiful lady.


AS THE NIGHT'S SONG PLAYS
IT'S SYMPHONY TO THE STARS AND THE MOON SHINES FULLTHE LOVERS DANCE THROUGH THE GARDEN OF DESIRETWO SOULS TRANSCENDING INTO ONE.

New Interview from Rebecca Besser

I recently got to sit down and answer a few questions from a very talented voice in horror -  Undead Drive-Thru author, Rebecca Besser. There will be more authors featured in the "Wild Week" interviews in celebration of the release of Zombies Gone Wild. Keep your eyes peeled (or something may peel them for you). Click HERE to see it now!

Lots of New Stuff

Got some new stuff that has just been released and some more on the way. Been a busy month!
First up is news on Some Other Time - it is in the hands of the editor and I am hearing some really great feedback. As soon as my edits are done it will be hitting paperback and Kindle. It will also have two bonus short stories (Birthday Wish and In The Walls).

I will have a poem called Threnody in the upcoming Rhonny Reaper release - Poetry From The Grave. It will be the first poem I've had published  in about twelve years. I'm pretty excited about this one! It contains the first published work from by beautiful lady, Christine Masters. I'm very proud of her!

I have also started work on a ghost story that I've wanted to do for a while. There has always been this creepy little guy that I've drawn whenever I get bored. I've always wanted to build a story around him and now I think I have what I've been looking for. I'll have details on that as soon as I can.

Below are two new anthology releases that I'm very excited and very proud of. Lots of good authors within these pages. I hope you'll check 'em out and enjoy them. Lots of big names mixed with some new voices (including the first published work by my editor, Sandy).




Zombies Gone Wild



Death is not the end…

“Zombies Gone Wild!” is a chilling collection of twenty-six stories from established authors as well as up-and-coming writers in the genre, with an opening poem from everyone’s favorite zombie. This anthology includes tales where the undead stand as a symbol of unification for a desperate world, where friends really are what you make them, and where new beginnings aren’t always a good thing.

The end is only the beginning…

Bizarre, humorous, and terrifying, “Zombies Gone Wild!” will satiate your hunger for zombie goodness.

WITH STORIES FROM:
Patrick D’Orazio, S.P. Durnin, Rebecca Besser, C. D. Carter, Nicholas Conley, Adam Millard, and many more!

“The title doesn't lie, folks. This is a helluva ride.”
C. Dulaney, author of the Roads Less Traveled trilogy

Click HERE to get it now!


Little Stories for the Smallest Room

'200 drabbles by 77 authors all in one place
for your reading pleasure, and all in a nice 
compact book that fits in the hand for 
when you visit the smallest room.

Enjoy'

AUTHOR LIST
This is a full alphabetical by first name list of all 77 authors who contributed to the 200 stories found within these pages, take a few moments to scan the list and search out their work I am sure you will agree each one has provided us with a wealth of entertainment.

Adam Millard
Adnane Rehane
Allen Jacoby
Amanda Perry 
Anastasia Wraight
Andrew Freudenberg
Andrew Stockton
Aurelio Rico Lopez III
Benjamin Rogers
Ben Shires
Brent Abell
C. Topher Gadomski
Caid Rhymes
Cayleigh Hickey
Charlie Morgan
Chip Fehd
Chris Hugh
Christina Hugh
Dale Eldon
Dan Howarth
Darren Baker
Darren Barker
Darren Woon
David Lightfoot
David Moody
David Naughton-Shires
David Thomas
Diane Arrelle
Douglas Vance Castagna
Eliyanna Kaiser
Eric J. Guignard
Garrett Cook
Geoffery Crescent
Howard Mosley-Chalk
J.F. Wagner
J. Rodimus Fowler
Jacob Edwards
Jamie Freeman
Jay Faulkner
Jeremy Peterson
Jeremy L. Mahan
John H. Dromey
Josh Naughton-Shires
Joshua Skye
Katy-Rose Hötker
Kevin Walsh
Kim Krodel
Kristal Stittle
Lance Shoeman
Laura Ann Via
Lee Widener
M.D. Wilson
Mari Mitchell
Matt Darst
Matt Kurtz
Matt Nord
Maurice Vaughan
Michael Bondies
Michael C. Dick
Michael S Gardner
Monique Snyman
Nathan Barnes
Nathalie Boisard-Beudin
Nicky Peacock.
Paul S Huggins
Peter Bailey
R. S. Pyne
RafalKuleta
Rebecca Besser
Rebecca Snow
Richard Barnes
Rod Nojek
Rycke Foreman
S.J.Caunt
Sandy Shelonchik
Sean Logan
Sean M. Thompson
Sharla Anderson
Shawn M. Riddle
Sheri White
Stacey Jaine McIntosh
Steve K Cole
Suzanne Robb
Tonia Brown
Teresa J Gibson
Trevor Smith
Theresa Derwin
Victor M. Beas

Click HERE to get it now!

New Zombie Novelette on the Way

A while back I announced that there would be another story that takes places within the world of Birthday Wish. I'm pleased to say that things are moving along smoothly and if all goes well it will be out later this month. As with Sticks And Stones, this is a very personal story for me to write and does mirror many of the things that are floating around in my life. The story will be available on Kindle and I'm seriously considering publishing it as a paperback chapbook if there is enough interest. 
Synopsis:
It's easy to give up when you're watching the world of all that you've ever known die right in front of your eyes. Chris is no stranger to death. He's felt the cold fingers of the Reaper before. Now he faces it once again as the dead rise to claim the world as the new rulers. 
It's easy to give up... but Chris still has something worth fighting for. Something worth traversing a Kingdom of the Dead to reach. With the aid of two strangers and a mysterious young girl with a dog, Chris sets out to save the person who means the most to him - his world.
Giving up is not an option.
It's time to fight.

The Beast of Boggy Creek by Lyle Blackburn - Review

Hi there, folks! I know its been a while since I've posted but rest assured, I have a treat for you today!

I was pointed toward Lyle Blackburn by "Bigfoot War" author, Eric S. Brown. Not only is Lyle an accomplished singer for the rock band Ghoultown, he is also one of my new favorite authors who shares a passion for the field of Cryptozoology (the study of hidden animals). I was thrilled when I heard the Lyle was going to be writing a book about the south's most famous Bigfoot-type creatures, The Fouke Monster!
The Fouke Monster hit superstar status in the world of cryptids with the documentary style horror classic, The Legend of Boggy Creek. The film has went on to inspire generations of fans, curious minds and monster hunters. I can't even begin to tell you the impact that the film had on me! But the whole story had never been told. The film did a superb job with giving you just enough information to make you hungry for more.
Enter Lyle Blackburn.
The Beast of Boggy Creek is basically a biography of the legendary creature and of the sleepy town of Fouke (pronounced Fowk) Arkansas. What follows within these pages is one of the most interesting reads that I've had the pleasure to crack open in a long time. It's highly informative and covers pretty much anything and everything you could think of. There is even a breakdown of the Boggy Creek films in which the author carefully separates fact from fiction. He goes into detail of some of the earliest known reports, all the way up to some of the most recent. 
This book is a true treasure for many people. If you are a fan of the movie, then this book is required! If you are interested in the field of cryptozoology, this book is required! It could even be a fantastic piece for fans of drive-in era horror films as it gives an inside look at how the film came to be made and distributed and rose to cult status.
I can't recommend this book enough. It was worth every penny for the wealth of information that was provided and the history of another time. Buy this book! You will NOT be disappointed!
Click HERE to get it now!

Carcass 2 is HERE!

A storm is coming. A dark cloud hovers over the town of Oakdale as Ervin Dennison continues his search for his daughter. An ancient evil lurks within the forest... hunting the hunter. Soon Ervin will encounter something more dangerous than he could've ever expected.

The thrilling, long awaited, conclusion to the Carcass story. Prepare for battle! Hell is coming.
Click HERE to get it now!