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Release Day: The Doppelgänger Queen

We are excited for the release of The Doppelgänger Queen by K.N.Fitzwater!

Aramis Feres has failed.

Failed his friends on an expedition gone awry.

Failed to keep his marriage intact.

Failed his city.

But what promises he couldn’t keep, he swears to rectify. Having unearthed a tome that can raise an army of ghouls, he finds himself surrounded by thieves and cutthroats—all vying for ownership of the book. After it is stolen by the last person he would have ever suspected, he must race to recover it before the ritual is complete by the insidious Doppelgänger Queen.

Witness the stunning inception of the Silver Fox series: a LGBTQ+, dark, high-fantasy adventure set in a far flung future. Perfect for D&D fans who want humor and horror in their next literary escape.

You can order this book  in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!

The Doppelgänger Queen (The Silver Fox Series #1)
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Release Day: God’s Monsters

We are excited for the release of God’s Monsters by Sinara Ellis!

Renounced priest Noble Lincoln finds hell upon the earth after being made a monster by the legendary African beast, the Asasabonsam, on a slave ship returning to America’s new colonies.

Noble Lincoln’s new African master plans to use him to navigate slave markets, seeking revenge on the men responsible for murdering his family and trading his wife into slavery. Noble plans suicide to stop himself from becoming a monster. Returning home to his wife Elizabeth for one last visit, he awakens covered in his wife’s blood. Sorrow and fear of the newly awakened monster within him drive Noble back to the only place he has ever felt safe: the church.

Believing the beast is a demon, Noble demands the priest do an exorcism. That’s when an angel steps in and, as divine punishment, places another curse on him. He cannot die, but he can never give in to the monster he has become and kill God’s creatures. There is only one hope to escape the curse set upon him by God and the African monster from across the sea: he must await the return of his reincarnated wife. Noble must find her, and she must fall in love with him and forgive him for what he has become and for the evils of his past.

How can a creature with free reign only in the night hope to find one person in an ever-growing world and feed a monster who craves blood without giving in to it completely?

Readers who love occult and horror vibes with devastating stakes will find this a thrilling and suspenseful ride with plenty of despair and blood to match.

You can order this book  in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!

God’s Monsters (Odysseys of an Eternal Creature #1)
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Release Day: Witch of the Golden Veil

We are excited for the release of Witch of the Golden Veil by Maria DeVivo!

Long Live the New Flesh!

Alex Deville is stuck in a rut. She’s a paranormal journalist from New York City who doesn’t believe in the paranormal. This gig was meant to be a stepping stone to real, hard-hitting investigative journalism, but it is looking like a dead end. To make matters worse, her boyfriend is cheating on her.

After receiving a tip from a mysterious stranger called Trent Blackwood, Alex drops everything to travel to a convent in Italy. It’s not the rumor that the nuns of the Golden Veil are performing exorcisms without the Vatican’s approval that intrigues her; it’s the man at the center of the ritual: Oskar Klepp, a serial killer Alex has reported on.

Inspired by true events, Witch of the Golden Veil follows Alex as she uncovers a massive conspiracy, one that could change her life forever.

You can order this book  in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!

Witch of the Golden Veil (Dawn of the Blood Witch #5)
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Release Day:  Haunters & Hauntings – A Haunters Tale, Volume 1

We are excited for the release of Haunters & Hauntings – A Haunters Tale – Volume 1 by James-Michael Roddy!

For years, they have been the architects of your worst nightmares…

Haunted house attractions are vessels that contain those we call “Haunters” who bring our worst nightmares to life. What drives them to scare folks? Is it the idea they get hearts beating and blood pumping, or is it another way to satisfy an itch for horror and the macabre? Discover interviews with seasoned Haunters that give insight into why they embrace the dark and love to scare—and the ghosts that have scared them!

Hauntings are often the inspirations, so we’ve packed in recalled accounts of hauntings that these Haunters have encountered. Including ghosts and beyond, these tales inspire those that wait around the corner at your local haunt attractions, but even Haunters can get goosebumps during their own spooky encounters.

Haunter’s Tale: Haunters & Hauntings contains hauntingly-good content from James-Michael Roddy, Dianna Bennett, Michael Gavin, Jeff Preston, Kevin Alvey, Randy Bates, the Field of Screams crew, Kyle LaFlamboy, Scott Tater Lynd, Ricky Brigante, Dave Cobb, Jessica Dwyer, Eddie McLaurin, Mike Schwaim, Ed Terebus, Matthew Sanderson, Christian Stokes, and a foreword from horror legend Tom Savini!

You can order this book  in all formats directly from our AI{ Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code AIP10!

Haunters & Hauntings (Haunter’s Tale #1)
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Release Day: Calamity

We are excited for the release of Calamity by Andy T. Hanson!

Humanity’s fate rests in the palm of his very hand. He has to be hard. He has to take what a Commander is owed.

Jasper Montrois is a gentle giant. Oh, how many times the gorilla-shaped man has heard that moniker? Beyond count for sure. Even now, after all the blood his axe has reaped, he still thinks of himself as that same gentle man. Abandoning his wife and daughter to the cannibal hordes of his employer AOA has been a hard pill to swallow, and if he is being honest, it may be changing him some, but he is still in control. The man he presents to his people is a deliberate act.

Maisie Sagal didn’t ask to be one of the last five-hundred people left alive or uninfected, but she is. She’s endured enough trauma to choke a horse, but she isn’t about to let that be an excuse. The old-world may well be dead and gone, but she will never give in to the madness. Right is right. She can never give up the fight. Her father certainly hadn’t. Now she watches as AOA sends team after team back to earth to obtain specimens to possibly synthesize an antidote to the hordes of zombies that now claim the faces of those she once knew.

But not everything is safe as the growing obsession with death-matches unfolds among the officers, all eager to see who will be the leader of them all.

You can order this book  in all formats directly from our 4HP Website and receive 10% OFF using coupon code 4HP10!

Calamity (The Despot Chronicles #1)
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Writing Horror

I’ve always been drawn to the scary side of life. Weird and spooky things have always sung to my soul. The darkness calls to me on windy, moonlit nights. I can’t explain why or how, but it’s always been a feeling I’ve had for as long as I can remember. Yes, I was the gothy, witchy girl in elementary school. I was the freaky outcast in high school. I was the loner in college… all of it. But for me, it never was a fashion statement or a temporary phase. There’s always been something in the pit of my soul that growls. 

Fear is one of the most basic, primal emotions, yet it is so complex. Some people genuinely freeze when they are afraid, while others thrive off it. Fear can either repel or fuel us, and for those of us who are captivated by it, I whole-heartedly believe that we are just wired-differently than others. Whether it’s environmental, spiritual, or encoded in our DNA, horror fanatics look at the genre as a mirror of humanity reflecting back our greatest terrors or our darkest desires (or a little bit of both).  

My mother believes I was cursed by a witch. While that’s the opening line to my occult horror novel Witch of the Black Circle, there are far more realistic implications to the sentence, ‘cause I’m pretty sure she did. She kinda told me once or twice or thrice about the creepy kids she used to babysit and their creepy, witchy mom in their Satanic-like apartment when she was seven months pregnant with me (spoiler alert** Chapter 11 in the book tells that story). So, who knows if that somehow affected me in utero. I like to think so. Makes for an interesting life story, I suppose. 

And of course, there was the time when my mom brought me to the movies when I was about five years old. The film? Creepshow!  Mommy dearest thought I was sleeping the whole time, but as a child, I distinctly remember covering my eyes, but looking through my fingers so I could see what was happening! I was both horrified and enthralled at the same time (especially during the cockroach segment). But that film awakened me—opened my hiding eyes to a world of mystery and terror. And I knew I wanted more… so much more.

For me, writing horror is a journey into the dark corners of the mind, a dance with the unknown, and a deep dive into the emotions that make us who we are. Through horror, I find not just fear, but also but also understanding, and a connection with my readers. I enjoy pushing certain storytelling boundaries, making the familiar unfamiliar, making the comfortable unsettling, and most of all—making my readers feel the wide range of emotions associated with the genre in general. 

Writers write about what they know. So, it seemed only natural for me to express myself in horror.     

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Attention All Horror Fans!

The first volume of Haunter’s Tale is crawling to life with its release date set for October 31, 2024, by Accomplishing Innovation Press. This spine-chilling anthology promises to haunt your nightmares and transport you into a world filled with ghoulishly original stories, true ghost accounts, eerie artwork, and terrifying backstories. It’s not just a book; it’s an experience that will leave even the bravest readers questioning what is real and what is fiction.

James-Michael Roddy, the fiendish genius behind some of the most notorious Halloween events, has announced the launch of Haunter’s Tale Volume I. With this anthology series, Roddy promises to take fear to new heights by bringing together talented horror and haunt designers alongside their devoted fans. The anticipation among the horror community is palpable as they eagerly await this collection of terror-inducing tales.

Haunter’s Tale Volume I offers a unique collection unlike any other. Each page is filled with dread-inducing content that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect:

Original Stories: Immerse yourself in ghoulishly original tales that will send shivers down your spine.

Fear-Filled Film Scripts: Explore scripts from the minds of the best horror writers, guaranteed to give you goosebumps.

True Accounts of Famous Haunts: Discover the chilling true stories behind some of the most infamous haunted locations.

Ghostly Photographs: Be captivated by unsettling images that capture the essence of the supernatural.

Haunting Artwork: View haunting artwork created by esteemed artists in the genre that will linger in your mind long after reading.

Volume I of Haunter’s Tale features an introduction from none other than renowned horror legend, Tom Savini. Known for his groundbreaking special effects work in horror films, Savini’s introduction sets the tone for the spine-tingling journey that awaits readers.

Just a Book…or Something More?

As you immerse yourself in the pages of Haunter’s Tale, remember to keep reminding yourself, “It’s only a book.” This anthology is designed to push the boundaries of fear and blur the lines between reality and fiction. It’s an emotional rollercoaster that will leave you breathless and questioning your own sanity.

Enter the World of Haunter’s Tale

Do you dare enter the world of Haunter’s Tale? This is more than just a book; it’s an experience. It’s a celebration of the horror genre and the talented creators who bring it to life. With each volume, Haunter’s Tale aims to provide a platform where horror enthusiasts can come together, share their work, and inspire one another.

The Podcast: Expanding the Horror Universe

Along with the book series, a new hour-long podcast will also be launched. This podcast will further expand the platform for creators to showcase their dark creations and insights. Each episode will feature interviews with horror creators, discussions about the genre, and readings of original works. It’s a must-listen for any fan of horror.

Haunter’s Tale Volume I is more than just a book; it’s a gateway to a world of terror. With its release on October 31, 2024, by Accomplishing Innovation Press, this anthology series is set to become a cornerstone of horror literature. So, gather your courage, turn off the lights, and enter the world of Haunter’s Tale… if you dare!

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Welcome to My World

“The Black Dust fell, and the world changed…”

Welcome to the world of THE JUNGLE SERIES.

As an author I followed one of the main tenets in writing, and that is, always write about what you know. Though the JUNGLE SERIES is a work of dystopian fiction, all four novels are set in the “real” world, the world I grew up in.

Southeast England is a beautiful part of the United Kingdom, the places I write about are real places, though some of the names have been changed. The same with the third novel, [LINDA’S STORY] which is mainly set in Ireland. The fourth novel [GENOCIDE] incorporates most of the U.K. especially Scotland, a wild, exciting land.

A lot of the characters are based on people I have met, people that have stuck in my memory. I have a lot of fun giving them new personas, making them dance to a new tune. Turning them into heroes or villains, colourful, whimsical characters that inhabit a real world, my world.

The world[s] I create have to be real, they have to resonate, give the characters stability, a purpose, and a home. It gives them a reason to fight. 

You are invited into my world, come meet Adam Blake, Linda Stephens, Charlie… They’re just ordinary people like you and me, in an extraordinary situation. You probably already know people who are just like them, everyday people, until they’re not.

This new world is a dangerous place, every day is a fight for survival, death lurks behind every tree, every bush. Real monsters lurk in the woodlands, in the forests, the plant life seeks your death, sentient, evil, patiently waiting for the unwary.

It’s also a beautiful place, where true friendships are born, where everyone comes together with one purpose, one goal, working together, for the common good. Love blossoms, bonds are forged, despite the terror that continually assails them. They are strong in the knowledge that whatever challenges they face they will face together, as friends, as brothers and sisters, as a family.

Welcome to my world, make yourself at home, I will tell you a story….

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The World of Lizardville

I’m frequently asked how I came up with the Lizardville Ghost Story series idea. The answer is simple: I lived it, well, sort of.

I’m grateful to my mom and dad for buying the damkeeper’s house in 1969. I grew up in Mill Hall, Pennsylvania. We lived on Lizardville Road in a historic four-story home built in the early 1900s, complete with a full basement, first floor, second floor, and a spacious attic.

Our house was nestled in a valley surrounded by mountains. Across the way, we had the ruins of a dam and the remnants of the Axe Factory along Fishing Creek. As kids in a small town of just a thousand people, we often thought life was boring. So, we made the best of it. But now, as an adult, I realize how fortunate I was to grow up in such a close-knit community.

I want to thank my older brother and a small group of neighbor kids—though I use the term “neighbors” loosely since most houses were a quarter mile apart or further. We would walk or ride bikes to visit each other. That was our only way to spend time together. We loved fishing, camping, and hiking in the woods. We used our imagination, or at least I did. Growing up in the seventies was a different experience than what the children of today face. Many of my childhood memories inspired the stories I write.

About half a mile from our house was a motorcycle shop. Back then, motorcycles were shipped in wooden crates lined with large pieces of Styrofoam, and the shop would pile all the foam out back. We would drag these large pieces of foam to Fishing Creek during the summer and float down the river, turning simple summer days into memorable adventures. We would spend a lot of time on the creek swimming and fishing. 

Wildlife thrived in the woods, creek, and the dried-up lake bed where the dam once held back the water. From swimming in the creek to fishing and encounters with various animals, these experiences became the foundation for many of my stories. I often get asked if the scene on the bridge was real. Yes, it was, and you will find many of our adventures in The Camping Trip were real, except for me talking to ghosts. 

The remains of the Axe Factory, mostly destroyed in a flood before my time, provided a fascinating area to explore. People often ask if we ever had any ghostly encounters as kids. I have to say no, but there were unexplained occurrences that left us puzzled. Our parents or older kids usually say animals or other explanations caused these events.

I encountered all sorts of wildlife in the woods—snakes, muskrats, beavers, deer, and even the occasional black bear. No matter the season, I loved the outdoors. As we became teenagers, our adventures evolved from overnight trips to full weekend excursions. Learning to live off the land was a part of life. We spent more time outside than inside. I look back now and think, what were my parents thinking. But I must mention that times were different back then.