Yep, that's right, folks, while I've been gone I actually managed to sell something ( a few somethings, actually) that I wrote my damn self! And by "sell," I mean I actually got money for it and it's been with legitimate people, not vanity/scam presses like the living nightmare Eber & Wein (who I still need to write an eviscerating explanatory post on, but for now, let's keep it short and say if you value your writing, sanity, and time, AVOID THEM AT ALL COSTS).
One of the anthologies I've been lucky enough to be included in, Carrying On, from Welton Marsland, is a collection of fan poetry about the show Supernatural, with an introduction written by Sheriff Jody Mills herself, known to outsiders as Kim Rhodes and The Mom From The Suite Life of Zack and Cody, back when Disney live-action sitcoms didn't make me want to gouge my own eyes out with a dull spoon. Two of my poems, "The Journey" and "Villanelle For Team Free Will," are included in the collection, along with three poems from by best friend and future illustrator, Abby McGrath (way to go, Abby!). If you're a fan of the show or interested in this work, here's a helpful link (and no, I'm not trying to sling this at you to fatten my own wallet; I've already gotten paid for it. I just honestly think it's a pretty cool little book, and the publishing process was interesting and fun.). Buy it or don't; I'm just leaving this here.
https://www.amazon.com/Carrying-Collection-Poetry-Inspired-Supernatural/dp/064698196X/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1520273171&sr=8-6&keywords=carrying+on+book
In other news, I've also sold two poems to two upcoming Lycan Valley Press anthologies, Untimely Frost and Darkling's Beasts and Brews, and a short story (my first story sold!) to an as-yet untitled abandoned-places horror anthology from Darkwater Syndicate. As I receive publishing information for these works, I'll happily post the links here as well, so you can check them out if you want, or ignore them if you'd prefer.
So I'm done patting myself on the back for now; I just wanted to check in and let y'all know that in between neglecting this blog and going to physical therapy and various doctors, I wasn't just slacking off: I was busy throwing shit at the wall, and apparently, some if it's actually starting to stick. My landlord might not be too happy about that, but trust me, I very much am.
Here's hoping I have more good news (and, yes, ACTUAL cryptozoological/paranormal/conspiratorial/just-plain-fucked-up) posts for you guys soon!
