Boy, am I backlogged. Looking at the date from my previous post causes me to shudder and nearly soil myself. Fortunately, I’m able to avoid the latter part. I’ll leave that bit to my twin boys. It appears to be one of their favorite ways to pass the time.

On the upside, I’ve been writing on a regular basis and publishing a fair amount of short fiction. Here are some of the places where you can purchase a story, if you feel so inclined.

My story, “No Longer Alone,” was reprinted in Something Wicked’s annual print anthology. It’s a beautiful book filled with fine fiction and original illustrations. Here’s a review from author SL Grey that adequately sums the anthology up.

“Like a serial-killing zombie clown’s suitcase, the Something Wicked Anthology is full of deliciously wicked surprises, packing more stellar stories into its pages than anyone has a right to expect. Guaranteed scares, superb illustrations and stunning production values from the doting godparent of South African shocks – don’t read after midnight, and don’t miss out.” – SL Grey

I’m pleased to be a part of it. You can order a copy here.

I also achieved my first sale to a magazine with professional pay rates. It’s a story called “Groomsman,” about a college kid from the south who is visiting New York for the first time to attend his sister’s wedding. He’s got one of those frat-daddy hairstyles. You know, the one that looks a bit like a bowl of romaine. Anyway, his sister wants him to get a cut so that he looks proper for the pictures. Disgruntled, and unfamiliar with the city, he stumbles upon a barber shop managed by a man with a particular taste for hair. I’ve always hated getting my hair cut, but not quite as much as the poor kid featured in this story. Purchase a copy from the now defunct Horror on the Installment Plan here.

I have three new stories all coming out this summer, and will do my best to post them in a more timely manner. I’m also halfway through my first novel length piece of work, which I plan to have wrapped up in the next few months. I’ll provide updates, and the occasional rant or strange insight, along the way.

Until then, be well.