A vintage paperback original by the prescient Mr. Lassiter. #hectorlassiter

Actually reading this one’s cover story (originally published 1942) for the second time this month. Partly because it’s particularly prescient and of the fraught moment, and because it’s eerily similar to some ground to be worked in Zana O’Savin #5, “The Invisible Crusade.”

I am very determined to make Ukrainian art known in the world. Ukraine is more than the war. Ivan Marchuk, Autumn in the Botanical Garden, 2004

Maybe…but to what, exactly?

Much thanks to John J. Sellaro for this stellar Amazon review for THE NIGHT SHEPHERD (buying link in the comments)!

Much thanks to Suitors of The Domino Lady & Samuel Oatley for this shout out to the Domino Lady’s appearances in the The Adventures of Zana O'Savin, by Craig McDonald, as well as a call out to my novel, ONE TRUE SENTENCE! www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJCZ...

Hey, as a librarian I need to tell you: Our funding depends on usage. So go ahead and check out that book even if you don't think you'll finish it. No one will know. Check out that DVD even though you might not like it. Get ambitious in your quest for knowledge.

New today at the PulpFest official YouTube channel: The latest edition of Pulp Talk and a very personal take on THAT movie, marking its 50th anniversary… youtu.be/gN2ny6rxHM8

Today on the blog, I chat with author @craigmmcdonald.bsky.social about his Doc Savage-inspired Zana O'Savin novels, his Hector Lassiter historical mystery series, and his writing process. www.anthonycardno.com/blog/2025/8/...

Anthony R Cardno interviews my friend and PulpFest colleague Mike Chomko in anticipation of next week’s event! www.anthonycardno.com/blog/2025/8/...

Anthony R. Cardno has posted a great new interview with artist Douglas Klauba. (Doug and I will be together at PulpFest next week!)

As foretold in my novel “The Mothman Menace,” and with predictable devastating unintended consequences fast ensuing. (Buying link for the brave in comments section) www.politico.com/news/2025/07...

Thanks to Steve, and be sure to check out his fine novels!

Author @craigmmcdonald.bsky.social writes an excellent modern-yet-pulpy series featuring a relative of Doc’s, with appearances by Doc himself at times. Check out the Adventures of Zana O’Savin!

Spotted from a faithful reader….

The current obsessive and fascinating read!

Now available in hardcover and trade paperback, THE NIGHT SHEPHERD: Buying links: tinyurl.com/2fxv62jk Link for other titles in the Zana O'Savin series: tinyurl.com/5k8tnm6h

This novel faced a lot of high, hard hurdles in its composition this past year. So great to see it at last reaching readers’ homes and hands. Deepest thanks to all who have taken the plunge.

Beige duster-clad iconic female cousins to strapping Boy Scout heroes with Fortresses of Solitude: Is this something in the zeitgeist’s sultry summer wind?

Watched it this hot Sunday morning in Ohio, where much of it was filmed. It’s fabulous, and a movie for the moment on so many and even prescient levels.

Some very nice words from scholar Steven Powell: “I will put this carefully as I don't want anyone to think I am denying these writers their own voice, but I would say Megan Abbott, Craig McDonald, and David Peace, to name some of the best modern writers, all have an Ellrovian flair to their work.”

Happy Birthday, Bob Larkin & thanks for the wonderful memories! youtu.be/I-z7xg-eRaM

A new Zana O'Savin book coming from @craigmmcdonald.bsky.social with stunning art by @douglasklauba.bsky.social. I was happy to try not obscure the art with the layout. To all my #fortean friends, previous adventures have featured tulpas, #mothman and more. Dig! ⚡ #booksky

Speaking as a longtime journalist and once described by a colleague as having a “death grip on cynicism,” this:

As depicted in my 2024 Zana O'Savin novel, THE DEATH KILLERS.... www.newsweek.com/china-milita...

Spotted on X: Thanks to Edgar-winner Steven Powell for the kind words.

This plaque (& enhanced detail) is from the set of the forthcoming @jamesgunn.bsky.social “Superman" film, much of which was filmed here in my native Ohio. As a multi-decades newspaper reporter and editor, it certainly resonates for me. #lookup #Superman

A reminder from Dr. Clark Savage, Jr. on this Memorial Day Weekend: Have you fulfilled your daily minimum requirement of fascist punching today? (Art by Bob Larkin)

Going to the heart of my novels ONE TRUE SENTENCE and TOROS & TORSOS…. hyperallergic.com/1006369/the-...

THE NIGHT SHEPHERD looms! If you’ve not taken the Zana O’Savin plunge, a sample of her world… youtu.be/riz2jWqNgP8

A song informing THE NIGHT SHEPHERD, coming this summer. youtu.be/zTPsxKK8Ats

Part 2 of the Jen’s Book Thoughts interview. jensbookthoughts.blogspot.com/2010/02/man-...

Another interview from the vaults, this part one of two from “Jen’s Book Thoughts.” jensbookthoughts.blogspot.com/2010/02/man-...

A Wayback Wednesday interview in which I’m quizzed by Edgar Award winning James Ellroy biographer/scholar Steven Powell about the Hector Lassiter series. Betimes Books venetianvase.co.uk/2016/02/27/a...

This morning, in a group I belong to where each Monday, we share music currently “speaking” to us, a member posted a video by Death Cab for Cutie, reminding me of that wild time Nick Harmer included me in a list of favored authors: boingboing.net/2013/04/10/g...

It was nearly midnight and it was raining, “nearly everywhere in the known universe.” The promise—and the tyranny—of the virgin page.

Thanks to Paul McNamee for this wonderful take on the Zana O’Savin series! paulmcnamee.blogspot.com/2025/03/the-...

Collectible book of the day, the Ultramarine Press limited edition of James Ellroy's THE BIG NOWHERE with slipcase.

The current read: “Difficult Lives” by the brilliant James Sallis.

Collectible book of the day: First hardcover American edition (MysteriousPress.com) of James Ellroy's BECAUSE THE NIGHT, inscribed and signed.

German poster for THE THIRD MAN (1949), directed by Carol Reed - BOTD in 1906

Looking forward to saying adios to 2024; leaving the year shaken but not stirred. #jamesbond #2024 #deathintheface

Have yourself a Merry Pulp Christmas!

Happy Holidays and thank all of you so much for your interest in and support of the Zana O'Savin series. Let the Mothman & O’Savins rekindle your childhood wonder for the holidays! Buying link for titles in the Zana O'Savin series: tinyurl.com/5k8tnm6h

In answer to some queries, the Hector Lassiter novels with Christmas scenes/settings/winter & holiday plot points (all available via Betimes Books or at: www.amazon.com/Hector-Lassi...

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. 20/20 #bookchallenge #books #booklovers #20daybookchallenge

Choose 20 books that have stayed with you or influenced you. One book per day for 20 days, in no particular order. No explanations, no reviews, just covers. 19/20 #bookchallenge #books #booklovers #20daybookchallenge