Beyond the Tropes is returning this spring with The Center for Fiction for the newest session: Speculative Characters. We will be reading and discussing characters from popular IP starting with Aliens: Vasquez an original story by V. Castro about the origins and rise of the tough Latina Colonial Marine from the Aliens film. Next upContinue reading “Beyond the Tropes Returns for the Spring with Speculative Characters & Graphic Novels”
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The Volume Knob: The Living Years
Here is the full episode of my story, The Living Years, featured on The Volume Knob on December 5th 2022. My father played a big role in me becoming the man I am today, but did I ever live up to his expectations? Find out in this story produced by Keith Serry. For more storiesContinue reading “The Volume Knob: The Living Years”
Marc L Abbott appearing at Multiverse October 14th-16th in Atlanta, Georgia
Author Marc L Abbott will be joining fellow Hell at Brooklyn Tea authors Steven Van Patten and Kirk Johnson at Multiverse in Atlanta, Georgia October 14th – 16th at the Westin Atlanta Perimeter North. He will be on hand to sign copies of the award-winning Hell at the Way Station and the sequel, Hell atContinue reading “Marc L Abbott appearing at Multiverse October 14th-16th in Atlanta, Georgia”
Beyond the Tropes Returns this Fall with Latinx Terror
Beyond The Tropes returns for the fall with Latinx Terror starting September 18th. We explore the writings of four authors who will take us on a terrifying journey with a mix of ancient evils, urban legends and stories steeped in noir. We will be reading the following works: Queen of the Cicadas by V. Castro TheContinue reading “Beyond the Tropes Returns this Fall with Latinx Terror”
Self-Publishing Virtual Event April 22, 2022 8pm
Join Gamma Xi Phi Brothers Steven Van Patten, Kirk Johnson & Marc L Abbott for this in-depth discussion on the do’s and don’ts of self-publishing, Friday, April 22 nd at 8 pm. These self-published authors will discuss some of the misconceptions behind self-publishing and what it takes to get your work out to your readers.Continue reading “Self-Publishing Virtual Event April 22, 2022 8pm”
45 Black Men in Horror list by author Sumiko Saulson is now out!
Sumiko Saulson is a science-fiction, fantasy and horror writer and graphic novelist. This Award-Winning author has compiled a list of 45 Black Men in Horror and links to their work that you should be reading. Check out the list on her website. And while you’re there, check out her amazing work found in her menus.
Even In The Grave Kickstarter Campaign is now live
I am excited to announce the launch of the Kickstarter campaign for an anthology I am a contributing author to called Even in the Grave, a collection of ghost stories, coming from eSpec Books. Aside from offering preorders, the campaign also offers a ton of extras and bonuses in the form of digital reads andContinue reading “Even In The Grave Kickstarter Campaign is now live”
Storytelling at RISK! this Wednesday December 15th
Join me on Wednesday, 12/15/21 at 7:00 PM ET (4:00 PM PT) as I share a true story from my life on the RISK! true storytelling show. This holiday themed show will definitely take you back and get you in the mood for this festive season. This show will be presented live in person atContinue reading “Storytelling at RISK! this Wednesday December 15th”
Séance Report on Halloween Night
Join Marc L Abbott and horror writers Alp Beck, Teel James Glen and Loretta H. Campbell on October 31st for an evening of terrifying stories. Kew & Willow Books will be hosting Séance Report: A Virtual Horror Author Panel from 7:30pm – 8:30pm Halloween Night and you’re invited to tune in and listen as theContinue reading “Séance Report on Halloween Night”
Marc L Abbott returns to the Center for Fiction this fall with Beyond the Tropes: Family Secrets and Burdens Registration now open.
Every family has secrets and the burdens they carry can be intolerable. In the realm of speculative fiction, they can be down right scary. Find out for yourself as the Beyond the Tropes series returns to the Center for Fiction for its next set of sessions this fall. Marc L Abbott delves into the worksContinue reading “Marc L Abbott returns to the Center for Fiction this fall with Beyond the Tropes: Family Secrets and Burdens Registration now open.”