Delighted to be a part of what promises to be a superb anthology with my short story 'In The Marrow'. Published by Dark Minds Press and edited by James Everington & Dan Howarth, 'Imposter Syndrome' features stories about changelings, doppelgangers, Capgras delusion and pod-people. I've had a sneak preview of two of the other stories… Continue reading Imposter Syndrome – this time in anthology form
Adventures in University Study
As some may already be aware, I am finally embarking on a Master’s degree in October, ten years after graduating from Middlesex University’s ‘Creative and Media Writing’ degree programme. This time, I’ll be studying ‘Modern and Contemporary Literature’ at Birkbeck – a university which offers part-time study and evening classes, which is essential as I… Continue reading Adventures in University Study
A Suggestion Of Ghosts
Esteemed horror author & editor Johnny Mains has unearthed some real treasures and compiled them into an anthology - the result is A Suggestion of Ghosts, a compilation of supernatural stories by female authors, previously published but never reprinted. The stories date from between 1826-1897, putting paid to the notion that women in horror is… Continue reading A Suggestion Of Ghosts
Launching the Bones at Edge-Lit
I had anticipated that my first ever Edge-Lit would be a universally terrifying event. Besides the usual people-related nervousness (horror people are lovely, social anxiety less so) there was also the fact that I would be launching my novella. In person. In front of people. Cue visions of a mountain of unsold books, Eric Carmen's… Continue reading Launching the Bones at Edge-Lit
Naming The Bones is here…
My debut novella Naming The Bones is now available for purchase over on Amazon. Hooray! As I mentioned a few days ago, Dark Minds Press are holding an official launch for Naming The Bones (alongside Mark West's new collection Things We Leave Behind) at Edge-Lit on Saturday 15th July, and you can also pick the… Continue reading Naming The Bones is here…
Naming the Bones at Edge-Lit 2017
My debut novella 'Naming the Bones' is being released at Edge-Lit in Derby on 15th July, and I am lucky enough to be sharing a book launch with the excellent Mark West, whose superb collection 'Things We Leave Behind' is also being released at Edge-Lit. Both books are published by Dark Minds Press. If you're… Continue reading Naming the Bones at Edge-Lit 2017
Shadows and Tall Trees 7
The new edition of Shadows and Tall Trees is now shipping, and you can order it at Amazon.co.uk in both paperback and hardback (as well as eBook). It boasts an absolutely killer lineup of writers including V.H. Leslie, Robert Shearman, Steve Rasnic Tem, Alison Moore, Conrad Williams and a host of other top-notch authors. And… Continue reading Shadows and Tall Trees 7
it’s the doing that kills you
I have a motivation problem. This could apply solely to writing, and it undoubtedly does apply to writing in some ways - it's coming up for four weeks since I last wrote anything. But largely, this applies to Life In General. I have a problem with motivation. Specifically, I have a problem with maintaining… Continue reading it’s the doing that kills you
Cover reveal for Naming The Bones
Is there anything more exciting than the moment your book becomes Really Real? Peter Frain has done an incredible job on the cover, which draws heavily on motifs from the story. And Ray Cluley has very kindly provided a highly complimentary cover quote. "Naming The Bones" is due to be published in July by Dark… Continue reading Cover reveal for Naming The Bones
The Motherhood of the Monstrous
Ginger Nuts of Horror have been running an excellent feature throughout Women in Horror Month and I'm delighted that Jim McLeod and co have decided to make it a permanent feature. 'The Motherhood of the Monstrous' has thus far showcased a bevy of talented female horror writers, past and present, and I have no doubt… Continue reading The Motherhood of the Monstrous
Dispatches from the Sinister Room 