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'Search and Rescue' will be in 'An Odder Quintet', I just need to finish the first draft of 'Sun Dragon' first :-)
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A new drablle (not Imp related this time!) has been posted on the Indie Book Bargains newsletter (http://www.indie-book-bargains.co.uk/).Black Sun
Black moon and blacker sun in a turbulent monochrome sky. Gibbering monstrosities stalk me across this nightmare plane. Their shuddering moans tear at my fragile resolve.
The spell of another has cast me into this world of dread torment. A hell created for those still living, but doomed to never to cross the veil.
I must not abandon hope; there must be escape for my tortured soul. The ghosts of the damned clutch at me. They steal my warmth, piece by tiny piece.
I must leave this realm before I have no warmth, or I will never leave at all.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
Welcome to the latest Tale of the Imp where we discover more about his personal hygiene. As always this was first published in the Indie Book Bargains newsletter (http://www.indie-book-bargains.co.uk/):Tales of the Imp - Silky Beard
I'm proud of my beard. I've had it for many years and it does a wonderful job of covering my face. So much so, that children no longer scream in horror when they see me.
It's also a fun thing to stroke. It gives me a philosophical look, like I'm pondering the mysteries of the universe.
Anyway, I realised that my beard has become softer recently.
I asked the Imp if he had anything to do with it. He replied that he did. So I asked him what he did to it. He answered that I didn't want to know.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
I've been video interviewed on the Reader Crowd website. They're crowd writing one of the Elite: Dangerous books.Visit the link below to admire my beard :-)
http://readercrowd.com/?p=861
Thanks Lin!
As soon as I saw this, I thought, ah yes that'll be interesting, and then you had to mention the beard. Nevertheless I had to watch it anyway. It was a really good interview! You're a natural in front of the camera.
The beard distracted you - I hate being in front of the camera :-)
Here's a new drabble of mine from the Indie Book Bargains newsletter (http://www.indie-book-bargains.co.uk/), it's not Imp related this time :-)A Mask for every Occasion
I learned at a young age that to blend in with herd provides greater advantage than standing out. Before my balls dropped it became obvious to me that attracting attention would hamper my destined purpose.
The trick is to be like them, to wear the same masks they do. They don't realise they're wearing masks, but that only makes the deception easier.
Whatever I do I wear the appropriate mask. I once thought the mask for work was the hardest to maintain, now I know it is the one for my wife.
No matter, she'll soon see me without it.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
Here is the latest Tales of the Imp drabble, it's a light hearted one this time, he's such a funny fellow. As always, thanks to Indie Book Bargains for posting this in their newsletter (http://www.indie-book-bargains.co.uk/)Tales of the Imp - The Imp Rides a Bunny
Today I discovered one of the Imp's favourite pastimes - bunny riding. Now rabbits aren't the smartest of creatures, but they know that an imp running towards them is bad news. So they did their foot tapping thing and retreated into their warrens. The only problem was that an imp can follow them.
I watched as the poor animal was dragged squeaking out the hole by its ears. It tried to escape, but with a joyous cry the Imp leapt onto its back and held on to the rabbit's ears as it bounced around the field.
His laughter echoed my own.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
The latest Tales of the Imp drabble sees the Imp playing with the neighbour's cat :-) Thanks as always to Indie Book Bargains for posting this in their newsletter - if you're looking for UK Kindle bargain and free books, it's worth checking out (http://www.indie-book-bargains.co.uk/)Tales of the Imp - The Imp and the Cat
My next door neighbour has a cat. Well, they had a cat. No-one has seen it recently. They keep asking me if I've seen their precious Tiddles. I never liked Tiddles, he crapped in my garden.
Although it occurred to me that Tiddles was the only creature, besides me, that could see the Imp. I also remembered that they had a fight.
I demanded to know what he had done with the cat. He gazed at me with that innocent expression and claimed that he didn't know.
He does have some scratches on him though, and they weren't from me.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
Today's Imp drabble was written for one of my favourite readers and reviewers - Ignite. You can visit her reviews blog at: http://www.ignitebooks.blogspot.co.uk/Tales of the Imp - Five Star Imp
"She has nice ankles," the Imp told me as he watched me update my blog.
"Who does?"
"Her, the lady in blue, with the stars around her."
"She's not really blue."
"That doesn't matter to me; I'm not prejudiced, besides I'm yellow, blue goes well with yellow."
"How do you know she has nice ankles?"
"That's easy, look at her smile. Anyone with a smile like that must have nice ankles. It's a law of the universe or something."
"That doesn't make sense."
"It's true though. I wouldn't lie to you."
His terrible wink put an end to that conversation.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
Today's Tales of the Imp drabble was written especially for Patti, one of the wonderful moderators over on the Goodreads UK Amazon Kindle forum - why not pay a visit at: http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/5...Tales of the Imp - Imps Have Feelings Too
"I feel left out," The Imp told me as I drove home. I'd enjoyed the gathering, it's not often I chat with other authors, face to face as it where.
"Don't ignore me. You talked about evil and didn't even mention me once."
I enjoyed a few minutes of silence.
"Where was my hug?"
"What hug?" I asked innocently.
"You know damn well what hug I mean, as you walked out, bold as brass and you hugged that woman."
"She couldn't see you."
"But you do. I have feelings you know."
The Imp sulked for the rest of the journey.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
The latest Tales of the Imp drabble has been posted in the latest Indie Book Bargains newsletter - check out http://www.indie-book-bargains.co.uk/ for the latest UK Kindle book bargains. And you can check me out while you're at it!Tales of the Imp - Change is Coming
I've become used to having the Imp around. When I struggle with writer's block, he's there with little suggestions. They're always inappropriate, but they do get me going again.
He's also fun to have around, although I often forget that other people can't see him and receive some puzzled expressions from people when I talk to him.
I still don't know why he's here though, apart from that cryptic comment that he came to protect me.
Protect me from what though? It's been two months now and I have decided that it's time for him to reveal what he knows.
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
I've written a guest post about researching my first draft for Sun Dragon for Jayne Lockwood's blog, you can read it here:http://www.jaynelockwood.com/guest-po...
Thanks Jayne and good luck with the new look blog!
And in other news I've completed the first draft for 'Prisons without Walls' the first story for 'An Odder Quintet'
Thanks to Anita Kotlarska I now have a shiny new cover for An Odd Quartet. I think it's pretty cool! Check out her sight at:
http://anitakotlarska.wix.com/anitak
An Odd Quartet is a collection of four dark short stories, each with a twist in the tale.
The Yellow Lady
A grave robber encounters a ghost from a story he was told as a child.
This Empty Place
At the heat death of the universe, the Grim Reaper contemplates his existence.
Forced Entry
A special forces team enters a sunurban house to rescue a family taken hostage, they encounter more than they were trained for.
The Reluctant Demon
A young demon prepares to take his possession exam.
This Drabble Enhanced edition also includes some of my favourite drabbles (100 word stories).
Praise for An Odd Quartet:
"I loved these short stories. Especially the one titled The Reluctant Demon. This is a great concept that I have never thought of before and really loved it."
"I liked it. A nice assortment of tales, each presented in a slightly different manner. Very original!"
"Michael Brookes' writing style is easy and accessible. He can certainly turn out a story you will remember."
"This book was a truly amazing collection of four short stories. Each one was imaginative, beautifully written and clever. I was particularly amazed by the second story, which managed to span the entire life of the universe in so few words."
Available from:
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1akCw09
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/15az69r
Barnes & Noble (Nook): http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/an-od...
iTunes (US): https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id63...
iTunes (UK): https://itunes.apple.com/uk/book/id63...
Kobo: http://www.kobobooks.com/ebook/An-Odd...
A belting new cover to go with a belting good book!
Cool new review from Amazon:
I enjoyed reading this collection of four short stories particularly 'The Yellow Lady': a ghost story with an unusual twist. I liked the writing style in 'Forced Entry' which gave a fairly predictable story-line a strong sense of urgency and unease. 'The Reluctant Demon' was really good with a great twist at the end and some very funny contrasts between the young demon and its parent. I liked the way the stories were written: clear, direct, slightly tongue-in-cheek and I was interested to see what else the author could offer so after checking out the sample I downloaded his novel The Cult of Me (The Third Path).
Amazon US: http://amzn.to/1akCw09
Amazon UK: http://amzn.to/15az69r
I have a few books to read but first chance I get this is the next book by you Mr. Brookes that I intend on reading. I enjoy a good short story collection.
Excellent - I hope you enjoy it.
I need your vote! There is a poll for the best book of the Book Blogger Fair in various categories. All of mine are listed in the horror section. So please click generously and vote for me!http://shutupandreadgroup.blogspot.co...
I promise not to murder a starving puppy or something if you do :-)
The Mega-Dark Book Blog Tour continues, today I have provided a post about writing my first short story collection 'An Odd Quartet'. You can read it on the Hot Space Station Justice blog here:
http://pattodoroff.com/2013/08/01/blo...
Work continues on the follow up book 'An Odder Quintet', details will be revealed in my final guest post for this blog tour!
'An Odder Quintet' is coming out soon, so now is a great time to read my first collection 'An Odd Quartet'. If you haven't then you could win a copy in the giveaway I'm hosting on my blog:
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
There's still time to win one of ten copies of 'An Odd Quartet':"All of these stories were excellent. I enjoyed the darkly satisfying twists that surfaced in a couple of the tales, and I loved the imagery throughout. I was impressed by how atmospheric the third story really was, even though the entire story is a dialogue exchange of a radio conversation. Don't get me wrong, the other stories were very good but the third one was just brilliant."
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
As part of the Mega-Dark Book Blog Tour I'm pleased to announce the impending release of my new short story collection 'An Odder Quintet'. You can find out all about it on Jess Hanna's blog:
http://www.jesshanna.com/2013/08/14/m...
Thanks Jess! In the next week or so I'll be announcing details of the launch event for which I have something special in mind.
Enter now for your chance to win one of ten copies of 'An Odd Quartet':
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
And keep your eye out for 'An Odder Quintet' coming out soon!
There's only a few days left to enter for a chance to win one of ten copies of 'An Odd Quartet'. You can enter via my blog:
"I enjoyed reading this collection of four short stories particularly 'The Yellow Lady': a ghost story with an unusual twist. I liked the writing style in 'Forced Entry' which gave a fairly predictable story-line a strong sense of urgency and unease. 'The Reluctant Demon' was really good with a great twist at the end and some very funny contrasts between the young demon and its parent. I liked the way the stories were written: clear, direct, slightly tongue-in-cheek and I was interested to see what else the author could offer so after checking out the sample I downloaded his novel The Cult of Me (The Third Path). "
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
Have you read 'An Odd Quartet'?
If not visit http://www.kuforum.co.uk/kindleusersf... in the next hour and I'll send you a free copy!
An excellent new review for An Odd Quartet on Amazon:
"This empty place, is a philosophically interesting view on life, and stories like this (which would probably not get a look in with traditional publishers) have adapted themselves well to the new digital environment. This is probably my favourite story out of the collection."
http://www.amazon.co.uk/review/R1E022...
Currently only 49p (77c) on Amazon!
Two days and two great reviews for 'An Odd Quartet', this one is a five star review on Goodreads:
"Excellent. I am not usually a fan of horror and paranormal (I get scared easily, especially if I read them at night) but I loved it. An Odd Quartet is a collection of four short stories (hence the name) plus a collection of 'drabbles' (100 word stories, I just learned). I thought I did not like short stories but lately, I have read some good ones, and I think these are really good because and they are together in one book, which is a bonus."
Read the review in full here:
http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...
There's an excellent new review for 'An Odd Quartet' here on Goodreads:
"It has been speculated that writers of the bizarre must have broken minds. I say, they simply have potent imaginations because they are the ones who have the ability to see beyond the edge of reality, capture those images, and truly bring them to life. Michael Brookes is surely in possession of a most potent imagination."
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
'An Odd Quartet' is currently only 49p on Amazon!
I've been interviewed on the Mismatched Bookends blog, visit the link below to see what i had to say:
http://mismatchedbookends.blogspot.co...
Thanks Melissa!
I have received an excellent new 5 star review for An Odd Quartet and a new fan of the short story Forced Entry! You can read the review here:
http://sistersinisterspeaks.blogspot....
An Odd Quartet is currently only 49p on Amazon - you can't get a cup of tea (or coffee!) for that price!
An excellent and in depth review for An Odd Quartet here on Goodreads:
"I love how the author describes things in such good detail that you don't miss a beat in what your reading. Also the way he portrays something in the most innocent way and then slowly within a few pages it turns into something else entirely, I appreciate that aspect in story telling."
https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...
I'm pleased to announce that my first short story collection 'An Odd Quartet' is now available on Scribd:
http://www.scribd.com/book/230514469/...
An Odd Quartet is a collection of four dark short stories, each with a twist in the tale.
The Yellow Lady
A grave robber encounters a ghost from a story he was told as a child.
This Empty Place
At the heat death of the universe, the Grim Reaper contemplates his existence.
Forced Entry
A special forces team enters a suburban house to rescue a family taken hostage, they encounter more than they were trained for.
The Reluctant Demon
A young demon prepares to take his possession exam.
This Drabble Enhanced edition also includes some of my favourite drabbles (100 word stories).
Good news! An Odd Quartet is now available from Page Foundry:
http://www.inktera.com/store/title/3b...
An Odd Quartet is a collection of four dark short stories, each with a twist in the tale.
The Yellow Lady
A grave robber encounters a ghost from a story he was told as a child.
This Empty Place
At the heat death of the universe, the Grim Reaper contemplates his existence.
Forced Entry
A special forces team enters a suburban house to rescue a family taken hostage, they encounter more than they were trained for.
The Reluctant Demon
A young demon prepares to take his possession exam.
This Drabble Enhanced edition also includes some of my favourite drabbles (100 word stories).
An Odd Quartet is available from these online stores:
Buy now from Amazon (US): http://amzn.to/1iQg1SW
Buy now from Amazon (UK): http://amzn.to/OK7R3A
Buy now from Barnes & Noble (Nook): http://bit.ly/1o9uqeU
Buy now from iTunes (US): https://itunes.apple.com/us/book/id63...
Buy now from iTunes (UK): https://itunes.apple.com/uk/book/id63...
Buy now from Kobo: http://bit.ly/1iBxFNc
Read now on Scribd: http://bit.ly/1o9uCe8
Read the opening scene for 'The Yellow Lady' in this taste of An Odd Quartet:
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
An Odd Quartet was my first published collection of short stories and it is now available on Oyster:
https://www.oysterbooks.com/book/4ZP4...
It's also available from a wide range of online retailers, the full list is provided here:
http://thecultofme.blogspot.co.uk/201...
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