Inspired to Scare: Welcome to My Nightmare

by Jeamus Wilkes — “Welcome to My Nightmare” Inspired to Scare (ItS) is a bimonthly column by writer, artist, and actor Jeamus Wilkes. ItS is designed to help horror and dark fiction writers plant the seeds of inspiration and nurture its resulting creativity. *** Welcome to the inaugural entry for this Inspired to Scare (ItS) … Continue reading Inspired to Scare: Welcome to My Nightmare

9 Random Facts Gleaned from a Tour of the Coroner’s Office

by Shannon Lawrence — El Paso County Coroner and Lead Medical Examiner, Dr. Leon Kelly, was kind enough to give an informational talk, tour, and Q&A to a group of local writers set up by HWA Colorado. We viewed the autopsy space, the refrigerated area with bodies waiting to be examined, a body, and beetles … Continue reading 9 Random Facts Gleaned from a Tour of the Coroner’s Office

Fort Collins Book Fest Coming February 2023

Fort Collins Book Fest is coming up in February 2023. This month long festival offers free in person and virtual workshops, panels, and events for readers and writers of all varieties. Horror fans can look forward to Erika T Wurth's Silent Hauntings event at Snowbank Brewing at 8pm on Friday 2/3, Angela Sylvaine's Horror Writing … Continue reading Fort Collins Book Fest Coming February 2023

Creepy Craft Corner- Spooky Holiday Edition!

By Angela Sylvaine Welcome to “Creepy Craft Corner,” which features horror authors who are also artists, crafters, makers, or creators. I hope to provide you, the reader, with the tools and inspiration to try creating something new! While we are approaching the winter holidays, and some crafters may encourage you to make cheery, winter themed … Continue reading Creepy Craft Corner- Spooky Holiday Edition!