Daniel J. Volpe Horror
Happy birthday to me
Yes, today is my birthday, hence the reason I’m putting this newsletter out early. I’m planning a nice, quiet night at home, filled with Key Lime Pie maybe a horror movie or two. As always, I like to offer my readers a little something, especially a day before the holy day, Halloween. Until tomorrow night, book 1 of my Splatter Fantasy series, A STORY OF SORROW, will be $.99. Book 1: OF FLESH AND BLOOD is a wild story, full of zombies, sword fights, an evil church, and forbidden magic.
Another perk I love to offer to my Rabid Readers is a discount on my website. As most of you know, I sell signed books from my subterranean lair, AKA my basement. Just enter the code BDAY15 and get 15% off your entire order.
October, we hardly knew ye
The spooky season is coming to a close, and damn, was it a good one. I think I traveled more this month than any other month, slinging my horror up and down the East Coast. Barnes and Noble in Annapolis was the first stop. This store was amazing, and their staff was absolutely top-notch. I hope they continue their BLOOD ON THE BOOKSHELVES signings for next year.
Pictured L-R. Kristopher Triana, my dumbass, Aron Beauregard, Ronald Malfi, Cassandra Celia.
MonstahXpo was the next stop on my mini book tour. This event was again in Taunton MA and was a blast. For being a second-year con, this event is run very well. I shared a table with fellow author, Aron Beauregard, and we drank many Miller Lites. The crowds were big, and the people were friendly. I highly recommend this to any and all authors in the Northeast.
The final event of October was held at a new bookstore, THE BOOK AND NOOK, in Warwick NY. This was the first signing of the newly formed Hudson Valley Writers of Horror group. What an amazing turnout we had. The crowd was active, and participated in the panel. I can’t wait to go back.
Pictured L-R. Me, Jason Gehlert, Joesph Pesavento, Chris DiLeo, Travis Lake
Even though October is coming to an end, I still have one more event for the year. On November 5th, I’ll be joining a bunch of talented authors at Lovedrafts Brewing in Mechanicburg PA, for the 2nd Ghoulastic Book Fair. Remember the days of the Scholastic Book Fair? Well, this one is modeled after those nostalgic days, but just for horror. I hope to see everyone there.
New stuff
A few years ago, one of the pillars of the horror community, Brad Tierney, needed our help. We did what we could for him, and supported one of the best readers in the community. Well, unfortunately, life has continued to kick Brad in the ass, this time with the death of his wife. The horror community once again rallied behind our bearded brother, putting together a charity anthology with all the sales going directly to Brad. This book releases on Halloween but you can secure your preorder below.
I have recently secured the rights to some of my indie-published books. LEFT TO YOU, ONLY PSYCHOS, A GIFT OF DEATH, and BLACK HEARTS AND RED TEETH, will be getting a re-release in the upcoming months. The first of the four will be ONLY PSYCHOS. This is a great winter read, as it takes place during a horrific blizzard. Take a look at this beautiful cover by Nick Justus. Follow me for release info.
The Obituaries #5: Destinations of Death
Issue #5 of The Obituaries is available NOW! This fifth issue is another big one, featuring new novelettes by myself, Aron Beauregard, Kristopher Triana, and our guest author, BRYAN SMITH. Just like the other issues, this one is limited, quadruple-signed, and features some badass interior illustrations courtesy of Nick Justus. Order your copy below.
Thank you to all of my wonderful patrons.
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Love the new Only Psychos cover. And happy birthday dude, hope you have a lovely day.
I want you to know that your birthday cheesecake was delicious. Happy birthday!