This is a toughie. It can be downright hard, because there are so many emotions tied up with the holidays. We have expectations. Christmas is supposed to be a time where we express our love and gifts are a way we do that. What if the child, who has special needs, doesn’t like their gift? What if they don’t play … Read More
Arterial Bloom Welcomes Naching Kassa!
I am so extremely delighted to introduce Naching Kassa to the Arterial Bloom lineup! Naching’s story “The Darker Side of Grief” explores the grief and terror of children. Sometimes adults let them down and they’re forced to take care of each other. I can’t get this story out of my head, and I hope you enjoy it as much as … Read More
Please Welcome the Incredible Christopher Barzak to Arterial Bloom!
You guys. YOU GUYS. Christopher Barzak is one of my very favorite authors ever. His work is ephemeral, gritty, and will make you catch your breath. It’s the prettiest pain you’re ever going to read. Start with Map of Seventeen or One for Sorrow to see what I mean. Or start with his multilayered “Dead Letters” included in Arterial Bloom! I’m so thrilled to … Read More
I Wrote an Article for Blood and Spades!
I was so thrilled when Marge Simon asked me if I’d write a column for her Blood and Spades: Poets of the Dark Side column. Blood and Spades runs in the Horror Writers Association’s Newsletter, which goes out to all of the members. She allowed me to talk about my feelings on poetry, and ran my article titled “Poetry as … Read More
Arterial Bloom Welcomes John Boden!
John Boden is one of my favorite working authors. He has what we call “Shineyisms”. Shineyisms are these gorgeous turns of phrase that are dark, otherworldly, and distinctly him. John really brought it with his ephemeral story, “Doodlebug.” In pictures she is char and bone. Black crackle and tooth. A handful of diamonds scattered on fresh tar. Of all the … Read More
Arterial Boom Welcomes Jennifer Loring!
I’m delighted to announce our next author in the Arterial Bloom lineup! Jennifer Loring‘s story “What Remained of Her” is an unflinching staring contest between the hunters and the hunted. Her story bares its teeth and makes a strong, timely statement about society’s value of women. I couldn’t get it out of my head, and I feel so privileged to … Read More
The Pretty Little Dead Girls Graphic Novel November Update! (Wow, that’s a mouthful)
Hello, my darlings! We’re heading deep into the holiday season and wanted to give you an update on where we are in the Pretty Little Dead Girl process. We hope you’re as excited as we are! Orion has been hard at work doing sketches, commissions, and layout. I’ve included a layout example below and it’s just amazing to see the … Read More
The Arterial Bloom Anthology Welcomes Author Ken Liu!
Ken Liu is one of my very favorite authors. I “met” him years ago when he was on the Shock Totem board, and he wrote the most amazing flash fiction stories. Cut to now, where his complex, rich worlds have garnered him a slew of well-deserved awards. I was over the moon when Ken allowed me to publish his story … Read More
The Arterial Bloom Cover Reveal!
It’s stunning! I couldn’t be more pleased! What do you think? Sadie Colleen Hartmann is hosting the cover reveal over on Night Worms. Please stop by to see it!The cover art was created by our very own Todd Keisling.
Miss Murder’s Sick Day Lemon Orzo Soup!
First, I want to make it abundantly clear that I’M NOT SICK, simply because I don’t have time for it. But if I was sick and hypothetically spent the entire long weekend in bed with a fever and lost voice, this is the soup I would (and did) make. It pulls together quickly and requires very little babysitting. It’s delicious, … Read More