I once again grace the liternet over at Slothrop.com with an article whose title might just be more compelling than the content. No, really, you should read it though. Realize that you have to just tell a goddamn story.
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My first novel, Stranger Will, is being re-released this January 25th, 2013 through Perfect Edge Books. However, I have a stack of unedited proof copies from the previous publication that I need to get rid of. Here's where you come in. I will send a free copy (until my limited supply runs out) to anyone willing to read the book and provide a video review. The review doesn't even have to be positive. Just provide your honest response. What's the catch? No catch. I'll even pay for shipping the book to you. Because the book will be released on January 25th, 2013, I'm hoping for reviews to be uploaded as soon as possible. However, if you can't meet the 25th deadline, anytime soon after is quite cool by me. If you have questions, just ask in the comments at the YouTube video page.
I'm honored to have been able to spout off a bit for the newest issue of Surreal Grotesque magazine. Here's a taste: Your work doesn’t really resemble a genre in any way, which is nice, although people try to pigeonhole certain writers as being Chuck Palahniuk-esque or in the vein of “urban noir”. If you had to describe your writing style of work to someone who has never read you before, how would you describe your writing? I use the term Domestic Grotesque a lot, which basically means family dynamic meets visceral irrationality. The best example I can think of—though this book came out after I coined the term Domestic Grotesque—is Matt Bell’s Cataclysm Baby. A lot of Brian Evenson’s work would also fit. I love the imagery I can get away with when I write the grotesque, and I love the inherent tension when dealing with a family and…
Yesterday I had the delightful pleasure of talking with Evo Terra and Jeff Moriary of ePublish Unum's Books and Beer series about my efforts as a "YouTube author" (quotes unnecessary; nobody actually used the term YouTube author during the entire chat). We talked about how I (and other authors should probably) use YouTube not as a vehicle for pushing my books onto unwilling buyers, but as a way to showcase my personality. You know, lube the audience into acceptance. I had a ton of fun talking with these guys. After watching my video (below) be sure to check the ePublish Unum site for a ton more great author videos.
It's short notice, I know, but really you weren't going to remember anyway. THIS THURSDAY, December 20, I will be participating in the LIVE Google+ Hangout with Evo Terra and Jeff Moriarty of ePublish Unum and the Books & Beer Hangout. Mark your calendars. I'll answer questions about how I use YouTube. More importantly, however, there will be a LIVE Q&A session where YOU can ask any question you want. Total running time is only about 30 minutes, so I promise this won't ruin your evening. When: 6pm Pacific 8pm Central 9pm Eastern Where: Just click over to the ePublish Unum Google+ Page at the designated time. Can't remember that? Just go to cjrlit.com/beerhangout and you'll be immediately redirected to the proper place. Want more of a taste? Watch this:
Am I the Next Big Thing? Up-front honesty: no, I'm not the Next Big Thing. However, I have been asked by Richard Thomas to be a part of this blog Q&A thing called The Next Big Thing. I'd explain what The Next Big Thing blog Q&A is, but really, little explanation is needed. I was asked the following questions, and in turn, I will ask the following questions of a new group of writers (listed below the responses). On to the self-indulgence. What is the working title of your next book? Technically, it’s Stranger Will, due out January 16th 2013, but that’s a re-release of a novel. As for unpublished work, I’m working on two: The Synapse and The Bettors; I promise neither title will stay, as they both follow an unfulfilled [definite article] [vague noun] pattern that should probably be reserved only for terrible magazine rack thrillers. Where did the idea come…
I don't write horror. At least, I don't think I do. But sometimes, something I write gets called horror. I guess it makes sense. So, sometimes people come to me asking to write a horror story for them. Such was the case with ManArchy Magazine (though I do write a column for them, so I suppose it was less a testament to my horror chops and perhaps more to ManArchy's inclusivity). Head over to ManArchy Magazine now to read my short, short, short story, Apocellypsis. Not enticed enough? What if I told you that the title is a mash-up of apocalypse and ellipsis? How's that treat you, grammar nerd?