Torrid Waters book release day! Grab the latest from Mark Matthews--Kali's Web. Cover art by Gabriella Regina. amzn.to/45CIwkf

Fear of Clowns hardcover now at $7.99 temporarily. Grab a copy while you can at this 75% discount. amzn.to/4fASPJS

For Torrid Waters, I will be looking at novellas, novels, and short story collections under a wide pulp fiction / extreme horror umbrella this go around. Hope to see something from you. Make sure to address your cover letter to me for those submissions.

If y'all don't have FEAR OF CLOWNS yet, the hardcover is on sale for just over $10. It's cheaper than the paperback! @kennethwcain.bsky.social and @kkfilms.bsky.social did a great job loading this up with fantastic writers and stories. www.amazon.com/Fear-Clowns-...

If you haven't checked out One of Us yet, time is running out. The sheer number of stories from incredible writers in this anthology is a great tribute to Frank. If you didn't know Frank, you'll know most, if not all, of the writers.

Watching The Bear. Jamie Lee Curtis!!! That is all. Just…amazing.

Fear of Clowns Czech edition. How cool is that cover?

All set up and ready to go. Ran into a few people including this guy.

I'll be there. Will you?

Happy birthday to the love of my life.

Celebrating Gage’s 21st. My oh my, how the years have flown by.

Hello, all. I’m looking for podcasts suggestions. My interests are writing, editing, horror, sci-fi, fantasy, guitar, music, art, painting, stories, history, things like that, but always willing to give something new a try. Just need to find some more positive things to listen to while I work.

Ready to go on the first level of the Chester County Library in Exton. Will be here from 1 to 4 pm. Come say hi.

I'll be set up at the Chester County Library in Exton for the 2025 Local Author Showcase on Sunday, May 18th from 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Stop by and see me.

I haven't signed up for many events this year due to my back and chronic pain issues, but I have a few scheduled. And this coming weekend is one of them. I'll be set up at the Chester County Library in Exton for the 2025 Local Author Showcase on Sunday, May 18th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

I haven't signed up for many events this year due to my back and chronic pain issues, but I have a few scheduled. And this coming weekend is one of them. I'll be set up at the Chester County Library in Exton for the 2025 Local Author Showcase on Sunday, May 18th from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Who are writers who deserve more visibility? Let's make a list.

Folks, tell me something good (no politics please). I need more positive energy these days.

What are some newer books you've read and really enjoyed? looking to add some audiobooks.

Never Wake, edited by Tim Meyer and myself, is on-sale for your Kindle device. Check it out. amzn.to/4j9HPEz

Never Wake, edited by Tim Meyer and myself, is on-sale for your Kindle device. Check it out. amzn.to/4j9HPEz

At this rate MAGA will only be able to afford to rent the libs.

Audiobook #deal! Chirp Books has some WEIRD TALES releases on sale for $3.99 each! Look for works from @jamesaquilone.bsky.social, @lyndseycroal.bsky.social, @kennethwcain.bsky.social, @jeffstrand.bsky.social & more! #books #ad #audiobooks #audiobookdeals www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100737...

I’ve walked a million and more steps to get to where I am. I’ve stumbled and fallen been broken and failed but I’ve pushed onward. And with luck I’ll walk many a million more.

When I was a kid, I was bullied. A lot. Most of my childhood, in fact. So much so that when I grew older and got bigger, I stood between bullies and their victims. Yes, I got a little banged up, but I learned to fight back and fight back I did. So you know where I stand I stand right now.

This feels a little... www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Pj5...

When you are a writer and leave mysterious (made-up?) word notes to yourself that make absolutely no sense: Pendere.

Trying to work on my own writing for once (something I don't get to do often), but...the wind is scary. So scary. Lots of howling and crying and whimpering.

Somebody accidentally got out of the yard today. Found him shivering at the front door. Lots of paranoid barking and snuggle hugs tonight.

Needs some touch up here and there, but…pretty pleased.

Happy mail today.

Happy mail today.

You can now grab my short collection, Embers, in print, directly from the Crystal Lake web store: www.crystallakepub.com/product/embe...

I’ve tried to learn from the things I see each day, better who I am and how I affect others. I’m not always successful. In fact, I fail quite often. But I’m a student of life, always learning from my mistakes. And that’s why I’ve been thinking a lot about my dog Bean lately.

I made a promise to myself to not get so worked up this year that I give myself a heart attack. Or even a panic attack (which I’ve already failed at). But… Inner peace. Inner peace. Inner peaCE. Inner pEACe. Inner PEACE. InNER PEACE. INNER PEACE! INNER PEACE!!! Serenity now!!!

The latest from Torrid Waters is now available for pre-order: mybook.to/fearofthedeep

Just finished reading Kali’s Web by @markmatthews.bsky.social 🖤 being released August 2025 through Crystal Lake/ Torrid Waters Press. Believe me when I say, that this book will have you on the very edge of your seat! So nerve racking, I caught myself biting my nails. Awesome book, that I highly rec

Hopefully, these turn out the way I planned them. I bought some horror related stamps, so I’m anxious to see how that looks. It’s a set of coasters and a keepsake cigar box.

Happy New Year from us. Stay safe, everyone. We’ll see you on the other side.

Merry Christmas! And pleasant nightmares to all. Keeping those of you who also have a hard time during the holidays in my thoughts.

I love this review of Question Not My Salt. So fun. www.audacy.com/podcast/genr...

New review for Harvest Time: "This story will have your heart beating fast and the goosebumps raised as you read. I highly recommend it." - Goodreads. Grab this latest release from Torrid Waters. mybook.to/harvest_time

New Question Not My Salt review: "I don’t think I will ever look at ham the same way ever again!" - Goodreads. You need this book on your plate. mybook.to/salt

A huge congratulations to all the Never Wake and October Screams authors whose stories ended up on Ellen Datlow’s recommended list. It’s a great honor, and you should all be very proud. As I am of all of you. I’m psyched to see so many stories I’ve worked on make the list.

On-sale just in time for your holiday festivities... Just 99 cents at Amazon for your Kindle device. But beware, this one is not for the faint of heart. mybook.to/salt