Proof of life/new edition of an old book

Hello! I realized that I posted about starting a new blog series about a year ago…and didn’t post again. I had a thought about posting reviews to things I liked–which is what I do mostly on Threads now, although I want to give it up soon (the stupidity of the trending posts there are ASTOUNDING) (also I’m maybe thinking about resurrecting my Bluesky account but let’s seeeeee)–but unfortunately just lost the will to go on with that. I think Anne Helen Petersen sums it up nicely:

We’re exhausted with the labor of self-documentation — especially when it seems that our posts aren’t even surfacing for our close friends. But we’re also tired of being perceived.

I do want to gush about the things I like, especially things that my circle don’t really share — my love for horror films, for example — because my little shot into the void might land in someone’s radar, someone who may share an affinity with that little shot in the dark. You know, like in the old days. I remember, 20 years ago, befriending a professional ballet dancer and his friend, a trained soprano, just because of some snark I posted on my blog about society pages. Is such a thing even possible these days, when ‘engagement’ is so often dependent on either outrage or the most benign positivity?

Also, I’m repeating myself. Le sigh.

I love the 70s pulp novel poster! I have vintage copies of Carrie and Helter Skelter with this exact vibe.

ANYWAY. Some things that I liked, lately: Late Night With The Devil, which is basically what if you had Regan from The Exorcist on your talk show during Halloween sweeps. I found this movie’s attention to detail and homage to both 70s horror and late-night talk shows oddly endearing, and the real-time action creates a sense of tension that sits interestingly with the goofy docu-found footage exposition and the (it must be said) hilarious ending, which calls on Poltergeist and other horror classics.

Another update: I’m working on a new edition of Chasing Waves, my 2017 novella about a single mom determined to get her life on track, and the younger guy (who happens to also be her manager) she falls for. I’m working with the uber-talented Miles Tan for the cover and updating the manuscript as well. I’m in that phase of “I wrote this?” (impressed) / “I wrote this?” (horrified) / “I wrote this?” (completely forgetful). I’m excited to update this book and give it the cover it deserves! I will keep you updated when it’s ready — TRULY.

I hope this shot into the void lands into a receptive reader. Thank you for reading!