New Event! NIGHT TERRORS at Parkside Lounge: All Hallows’ Read on 10/30

On Hallows’ Eve Eve (October 30th), you’re invited to join HWA-NY Chapter members at Parkside Lounge for NIGHT TERRORS: All Hallows’ Read, an evening of chilling horror stories emceed by James Chambers and Carol Gyzander.

The event will feature readings from Amy Grech, Carol Gyzander, Teel James Glenn, Meghan Arcuri, James Chambers and perhaps a few surprise guests; along with raffles and trivia for amazing prizes and giveaways.

NIGHT TERRORS brings together horror writers for an evening of fiction that will keep you awake long after the event is over…

The nightmares begin at 7:00 sharp. There is a two-drink minimum and authors will be on hand to sell and sign copies of their books. No tickets necessary, but feel free to RSVP (and share) on Facebook.

All 21 and over are welcome—bring your friends and get in the Halloween spirit!

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Member News: October 2018

The latest from HWA-NY members…

Calling it a “highly entertaining anthology” that will “entice lovers of horror fiction” Publishers Weekly reviewed A NEW YORK STATE OF FRIGHT just in time for Halloween. Check out PW’s full glowing review online!

Oliver Baer will be taking part in “The Care Baer of Death’s Geeky Goth Variety Show” on Wednesday, October 10th at 7pm at the Sidewalk Cafe with HWA-NY chapter members Marc Abbott and Teel James Glenn.

Teel James Glenn‘s story, “Air Apparent,” will appear in Sherlock Holmes Mystery Magazine, Issue # 26. Also, The Gunmaster: Fear of the Reaper publishes this month from Metahuman Press.

Amy Grech has been interviewed on the Deadman’s Tome podcast and on Horror Reviews.

Tonya Hurley co-hosts a new podcast series, Stories of Strange Women, which recently featured interviews with musician Amanda Palmer; Cassandra Peterson (a.k.a. Elvira, Mistress of the Dark); punk-legend Lydia Lunch; and Kate Pierson of the B-52s. You can find all the episodes online.

Steven Van Patten‘s new novel, Killer Genius 2: Attack Of The Gym Rats, published this month, a sequel to Killer Genius: She Kills Because She Cares.

Genrepalooza 2018

Genrepalooza is coming! On Wednesday, October 10th, join writers from across the genre spectrum to mix and mingle over drinks and light snacks. This year’s event is co-hosted by Authors Guild, Romance Writers of America, Mystery Writers of America, Horror Writers Association, and Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America.

RSVP is necessary and must be received by October 5th; payment details will vary depending on your organization affiliation. HWA-NY members, check your email for details and link to RSVP.

Member News: September 2018

The latest from HWA-NY members…

A New York State of Fright is now available from Hippocampus Press, Amazon.com, and Barnes & Noble.

Grady Hendrix‘s new novel, We Sold Our Souls, is now available, published by Quirk Books. The We Sold Our Souls Launch Party will be at Dirt Candy on Monday, September 17th at 7 p.m. More events at gradyhendrix.com.

Tonya Hurley co-hosts a new podcast series, Stories of Strange Women, which recently featured interviews with musician Amanda Palmer; Cassandra Peterson (a.k.a. Elvira, Mistress of the Dark); punk-legend Lydia Lunch; and Kate Pierson of the B-52s. You can find all the episodes online.

Steven Van Patten‘s new novel, Killer Genius 2: Attack Of The Gym Rats, published this month, a sequel to Killer Genius: She Kills Because She Cares.

Event Recap: NEW YORK STATE OF FRIGHT Launch Party

HWA-NY recently celebrated the publication of the new horror anthology, A NEW YORK STATE OF FRIGHT, at Windfall Bar & Restaurant with author readings, music, and giveaways, all generously hosted by Hippocampus Press!

Presenting tales set in New York locations, A NEW YORK STATE OF FRIGHT: HORROR STORIES FROM THE EMPIRE STATE is an original horror anthology gathering new and established writers to give voice to New York’s everyday fears, macabre mysteries, and worst nightmares–all to benefit the next generation of New York writers, raising funds for Girls Write Now.

Missed the party? Fear not, you can get your copy of A NEW YORK STATE OF FRIGHT at Hippocampus Press, IndieBound, Amazon, or BN.com!

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Event Recap: Final SUMMER DARK, August 10th

This past Friday, the HWA-NY’s SUMMER DARK reading series wrapped up at the Oasis Community Garden, with readings from Oliver Baer, V. Peter Collins, and Amy Grech. If you didn’t make it to a SUMMER DARK reading this year, please join us next summer or keep an eye on this site (or on our Facebook page) for upcoming HWA-NY readings and events throughout the year!

Let’s give one last special shout out to April Grey for organizing this series–thank you, April!

(Special thanks to Alp Beck for the photos.)

Oliver Baer

V. Peter Collins

Amy Grech

V. Peter Collins

V. Peter Collins, Amy Grech, and Oliver Baer

Amy Grech

 

Final (we mean it this time) SUMMER DARK Reading Series: Friday, August 10th

This is it, your last chance (this summer) to enjoy terrifying tales in a deceptively serene setting at the HWA-New York Chapter’s final SUMMER DARK reading, this Friday, August 10th!*

This final SUMMER DARK reading will feature: Oliver Baer, V. Peter Collins, Amy Grech.

Readings take place at the Oasis Community Garden on West 52nd St. (between 10th and 11th Avenues), from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.

Feel free to bring snacks. No tickets necessary, but you’re encouraged to RSVP on our Facebook event page.