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Horror

Out of the Past: LGBTQ Science Fiction and Fantasy 2000-2010

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2000-2010

The dawn of the 21st century brought massive changes to the publishing industry, fueled in part by a surge in epublishing. More efficient and portable e-readers enabled readers to access an increasing number of ebook publications, fueling ebook sales. Larger print publishers, many of which were unprepared for the shift, responded by consolidating or closing their doors. There were additional impacts to brick-and-mortar stores as well as to print distribution of books and magazines. Many authors responded to these changes by releasing their own books in a variety of formats, sometimes by starting their own small and medium-sized presses. Alongside … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Parliament of Twilight Episode Four, by Dani Hermit & Nevi Starr

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The Parliament of Twilight

QSFers Dani Hermit and Nevi Star have a new MM Horror book out: The men of the Parliament will be forced to discover what they are made of whilst facing Demons and the truth of the internal workings of the Parliament of Twilight itself. How will Jacob cope with not being able to save Brodie from the very real horrors of his fake ghost hunting show? Still the Doctor’s captive, can Night Owl find a way to escape or will he give in to the madman’s demands? Can Julian survive the most brutal challenge of his career as an Agent … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Skin, by Christian Baines

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Skin

QSFer Christian Baines has a new MM paranormal/horror book out: Kyle, a young newcomer to New Orleans, is haunted by the memory of his first lover, brutally murdered just outside the French Quarter. Marc, a young Quarter hustler, is haunted by an eccentric spirit that shares his dreams, and by the handsome but vicious lover who shares his bed. When the barrier between these men comes down, it will prove thinner than the veil between the living and the dead…or between justice and revenge Bold Strokes Books | Amazon Excerpt Kyle watched the last group of tourists leave the museum, … Read more

Boogieman in Lavender – Wilde Stories 2017

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Jeff Baker

Yes, there’s a gay version of Ronald Reagan in here, in one of the stories of Lethe Press’ Wilde Stories. The alternate history version of the former President is only one of the surprises in the 2017 edition of the year’s best gay speculative fiction edited by Steve Berman. “Frost,” by ‘Nathan Burgoine borrows from “Frosty the Snowman” but in subtle ways (the mention of the broomstick was worth a smile!) and adds another origin story, as well as a poignant statement about the nature of magical transformations. “Where’s The Rest Of Me?” by Matthew Cheney (the aforementioned alternate Ronald … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Waylaid, by Jo Tannah

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Waylaid

QSFer Jo Tannah has a new MM Paranormal book out: The world is in chaos. From the gates of hell come the monsters and beasts that myths and legends are made of. Phantom Hunters Book 0 Extasy Books | Amazon Excerpt “Meredith, look,” Bobby’s hushed, excited voice said beside him. “What is it?” Meredith said, not bothering to open his eyes, trying to enjoy the last remnants of the chill that lingered. It was one of his favorite times of the day. It would be hot in another hour or so, and nighttime was hours away. “It’s Mrs. Zenner, she’s … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: BooFF, by Matt Burlingame

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BooFF

QSFer Matt Burlingame has a new MM Paranormal book out: James Dixon has it all: a gorgeous fiance, a beautiful new house with the pool of his dreams, and his beloved dog Pepper. But his perfect life begins to unravel after the sudden disappearance of his best friend, Ben. Trying to maintain a sense of normalcy while desperate to find out what happened to his friend, James helps his fiance, Michael, plan their upcoming housewarming party. But the oddities keep adding up until James becomes convinced their new house is being haunted. Enlisting the help of his mother, a witch, … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: What Hides Inside, by Ally Blue

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What Hides Inside

QSFer Ally Blue has a new MM paranormal/horror book out: Facing an alternate-reality horror: potentially deadly. Facing their own secrets and lies? Much worse. In his first fateful week with Bay City Paranormal Investigations, Sam Raintree learned he’s psychic and possesses the power to open interdimensional portals, and accidentally set loose an unimaginable horror. As if that wasn’t complicated enough, he also began a relationship with his boss, the firmly closeted Dr. Bo Broussard. Three months later, Bo’s wedding ring is off, but he isn’t ready to come out. Sam, tired of hiding, can hear their fragile new relationship creaking … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT: Renewal, QSF’s Flash Fiction Anthology

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QSF Renewal-Print

QSF has a new book out, the latest in our series of flash fiction anthologies: Re.new.al (noun) 1) Resuming an activity after an interruption, or 2) Extending a contract, subscription or license, or 3) Replacing or repairing something that is worn out, run-down, or broken, or 4) Rebirth after death. Four definitions to spark inspiration, a limitless number of stories to be conceived. Only 110 made the cut. Thrilling to hopeful, Renewal features 300-word speculative fiction ficlets about sexual and gender minorities to entice readers. Welcome to Renewal. Mischief Corner Books | Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Kobo | … Read more

My Favorite Horror Story – Jeff Baker, Boogieman In Lavender

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Jeff Baker

Back in 2000, Mike Baker (no relation) and Martin Greenberg edited an anthology called “My Favorite Horror Story.” The setup was simple: several horror writers (Stephen King, Harlan Ellison, F. Paul Wilson) were asked to pick a favorite horror story and tell why they picked it. Chosen authors included Robert Bloch, Phillip K. Dick and Japanese master Edogawa Rampo. This anthology appeared before the recent big boom in LGBT-themed genre fiction, so I could select a story for the anthology (if asked, nobody has.) So, which LGBT-themed horror story would I pick as my favorite for an anthology? The story … Read more

ANNOUNCEMENT/GUEST POST: Wehr Wolff Castle, by B. Bentley Summers

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Wehr Wolff Castle

B. Bentley Summers has a new MM paranormal/horror book out: During the rise of Nazi Germany, Hagen Messer joins the Royal Air Force as an American soldier who specializes in tracking. He’s attached to British commandos and given a seemingly simple mission—to find a captive and destroy a dam—but everything goes awry. Hagen’s plane crashes into Germany’s Wehr Forest and he has to use his extrasensory abilities to track the captive to nearby Wehr Wolff Castle, a secret Nazi base where vile experiments are being conducted. Hagen and his surviving team members must sneak into the castle and devise a … Read more