From the Vein to the Page: Harnessing Your Personal Demons

People used to ask me how I’d write. Was there a magical formula? Did I have the writing room set up just so? Was there a special snack or drink or set of pajamas, or something specific that made my Muse lay a hand on my shoulder and unfurl her wings? “It isn’t like that,” I’d say. “I simply open … Read More

I'm Guest Teaching at UNLV Today!

They had me last year and I’m delighted to be invited back. It’s very, very cool. I’m so inspired by these new students who have hope and so much unbridled enthusiasm in their eyes. I just want to suck it up, all Hannibal Lecter style. With a side of fava beans. Wish us luck!    

Happy Easter! Traumatize Your Children!

After coloring eggs and hiding them out in the yard, we decided to watch this happy little children’s cartoon about bunnies. What can possibly go wrong? Happy Easter, my friends. May you spend time with those you cherish.

I Have A Shoe Fetish. I Know.

I can’t help it.     If only they weren’t perfect and charming and wonderful, then perhaps I could stay away. What are some of your favorite things? I’d love to hear!

Issue 42 of Sanitarium is Out!

Sanitarium Magazine is a very cool mag that caters to the dark and macabre. I’m delighted to be featured in issue 42 alongside Joe Konrath. I really enjoy his work and I have to admit that I cheered when I discovered that my interview was side-by-side with his. I turned to my husband and said, “I think I’m a real … Read More

Zombiepalooza Interviews Sick Miss Murder

So sick. I was SO SICK, you guys. But Jackie Chin of Zombiepalooza Radio graciously allowed me to come on and talk about The Bram Stoker Nomination, Little Dead Red, and all sorts of things. It was a lot of fun. Zombiepalooza is one of my favorite radio shows. I come in at about the two hour mark. It was … Read More

My Favorite Quilt So Far!

So, yeah, it’s 10:00 at night and I just finished the thing. But it gives me so much joy! This quilt is made of new and thrifted materials. It’s filled with a low-loft batting and tied with yellow yarn. It’s backed with turquoise and it’s such a cheery blanket! I want to roll around on it. And I may! Whose to stop … Read More

Shotgun Logic's Review of Little Dead Red

This is a pretty awesome review. Earlier I was interviewed by Shane D. Keene  (which was a fun interview, by the way) and now he put up a wonderful review of Little Dead Red. This just makes me happy. I love this story. It’s the little story that could. Take a second and swing by, if you can!