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detailsChapter 59: ADHD + Self-Publishing = Creating a Publishing Company
Welcome back to Redink! This edition is going to take a strange turn, especially when considering the reason why. Today, we discuss my path from soon-to-be published author to soon-to-be owner of a publishing...
publishing, ADHD, Coffin & Nails
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detailsChapter 58: Ooooooo, the new cover!
Welcome back to Redink Blog! (I know, I know ... it's been a hot minute) I’m so excited to share a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most thrilling and, if I’m being honest, slightly nerve-wracking parts of the...
book cover, typesetting
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detailsChapter 57: Who is H.P. Lovecraft?
Welcome back, everyone! Last post I shared a little bit of my most recent project, a story set in SE Ohio during the '70s that had a "Lovecraftian" influcence. Since that post, I've had several people ask...
horror, lovecraft
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detailsChapter 56: I've been quiet ... because ...
As of recent, I've been a quiet soul on here. I know you noticed, all 5 of you who read 😂 But don't worry, I haven't been absent without reason. There's been a lot of multi-tasking going on, diligently trying to find...
wip, project, lovecraft
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detailsChapter 55: Haunted Objects-Do They Exist?
Remember those spooky campfire stories we used to trade as kids? Maybe it was the tale of a cursed ring that brought misfortune to anyone who dared wear it, or a haunted doll with glowing eyes that moved on its own....
curses, objects, trope
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detailsChapter 54: Urban Legends Unpacked - Examining the Truth Behind Local Ghost Stories
The world is a tapestry woven with stories, both real and imagined. Among the most captivating are those that speak of restless spirits, unexplained occurrences, and the lingering echoes of the past. These tales,...
ghost stories, urban legends, Bellbrook, Ohio, Prague, Czech Republic
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detailsChapter 53: The Dark Side of History - Researching Real-Life Horrors for Inspiration
Art imitates life--a phrase often used to describe the influence of real-world events on creative works. In the realm of horror and thriller genres, this statement holds true more than ever. To craft a truly chilling...
research, Inspiration
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detailsChapter 52: Celebrating One Year of Blogging
It has been a year since I started this blog, and what a journey it has been! Over the past twelve months, I've had the privilege of sharing my thoughts, experiences, and insights with all of you, my wonderful...
anniversary
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detailsChapter 51: 'So Bad It's Good' Phenomenon - Celebrating Campy Horror
When it comes to horror movies, there's a certain charm to those that are so bad, they're actually good. These films, often referred to as "campy horror," have gained a cult following for their over-the-top...
campy, fun, comedy, horror
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