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Writers are a Sentimental Lot

My birthday present from Ed showed up today. He had given me just one hint about it: “It’s really heavy, you’ll probably only use it a few times, but it will be really neat to have.” The 40-pound present turned … Continue reading

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Never Mind the Strange Guy…

My friend Chris, who urged me to write this book in the first place, was at the Border’s in Buckhead on Sunday. He and his girlfriend Ashley spied my book, looking all nice with the cover facing out. It’s pretty … Continue reading

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In the News and on Bookshelves!

Georgia Spirits and Specters has debuted! If you’re not in Georgia (where it’s easy to pick one up from me or the bookstore), you can buy it right from my publisher: Schiffer Books. I’m very excited that my book is … Continue reading

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Way Down in New Orleans

My quick two-night trip to New Orleans was a busy one, since my purpose in being there was to get pictures and finish up interviews for my next book, “Everyday Voodoo.” Everyone I met with was incredibly nice, and I … Continue reading

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Words of Horror

During my junior year of high school, my English teacher made us keep journals. We were often given a topic, though from time to time I was able to write about whatever was on my 17-year-old brain. On January 26, … Continue reading

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What’s in a Name?

When I go to the bookstore, I often stop by the shelf that holds the local ghost books: stories about Atlanta, North Georgia, and yes, even the entire state. (Several others have beaten me to it, but it takes more … Continue reading

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Paranormal Patience: The Nature of Publishing

Yes, I have finally broken down and decided to try out this whole blogging thing. The past six months have been incredibly busy, between doing work that I actually get paid for, and wrapping up the manuscript for Haunted Georgia. … Continue reading

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