For Blood, Bones, & Biscuits: The Legend of Walnut Razor Fang is the story of one small, but bold puppy who leaves home to destroy an ancient curse before it destroys Seattle. She must travel far – across the whole state of Washington and she will meet many legendary figures along the way: a sasquatch, a witch, a demon-possessed stuff squirrel, among others.
As I wrote it, If you liked Out For Souls and Cookies, you will find similar humor in this book.
After Out For Souls and Cookies: The Fanstastically True Story was released, I needed some space. You see the real Rosie and Tycho had passed away and I couldn’t work on Demon Dogs for awhile. So I spent time working on some vampire stories and created a universe which held the Paper Flower Consortium, the largest vampire coven in Seattle and the title of my new Podcast! If you want to jump into it: listen to it here on my website!
I created it when writing my comedy-horror novella, Immortal House, 2018. Laurence, the main character in the novel, is seeking his forever home within his budget. In the book, there are four segments when we learn about Laurence’s history and meet vampires of his acquaintance most who live in the local coven: Paper Flower Consortium. By the way, Laurence does not want to own a condo in the coven as, he feels they are too involved with each other’s existences as it is a mix of a HOA and huge extended family.
Also, as a whole, they are often behind in sporting events and he is always accidently giving them spoilers to movies which they keep meaning to see (except Norma who keeps up with modern culture.) That being said he has been lovers with Pascaline and William and friends with Charles, Derrik, and Norma and friendly enough with the others. Even before Immortal House released, I knew I would write a “Norma Book” which became a series of cozy mysteries. While working on The Norma’s Cleaning Service Mysteries, I wrote six back stories for the eldest six vampires of the coven, then the back stories for any younger vampires or enthralled humans, merfolk, werewolves or zombies who were important characters in the books. Not to mention the Initiation Guidelines and a few basic laws. Then I realized the amount of material, too short for a book and doesn’t belong in the Norma books or even the longer novellas about some of the ancient vampires. Using the questions which fans asked me when I saw them at the 2018 conventions, I thought of what people wanted to know. Then I did what every author does, I realized all these little stories could be a podcast! I already had a coven librarian, Loretta Fabron Onfoy to narrate it. The genre is paranormal horror, though some of the stories lean towards horror comedy, paranormal fantasy, or even Gothic horror. Episode 5 is really a Detective Story.
In order to keep to a schedule, I decided to do a twice monthly: 1st and 3rd Fridays. I was able to get some beautiful opening and closing music: Loretta by Evan Witt. Learn More at www.wittynotes.com
If you enjoy it, please like, subscribe and share it. There is a patreon for people who want early access to the episodes at patreon.com/paperflowerconsortium
This Saturday, I will be in Orycon,Oregon’s fan run, annual science fiction/fantasy convention, speaking on panels and giving away 15 review copies of my latest novella, The War Ender’s Apprentice
If you’re indie, you’ve gotta learn how to market yourself. So how do you do that? Where do you start?
Brandon Seifert, Robert B McMonigal, Barry Deutsch, Elizabeth Guizzetti
Freaking Me Out, Not Grossing Me Out
Wenatchee – 166 Parlor
Sat Nov 18 5:00pm-6:00pm
Are intense descriptions of bloody death and torture really necessary to scare the pants off your audience? Discussion on how to horrify without all the gory details.
Diana Pharaoh Francis, Alan M. Clark, Josh Vogt, Laura Anne Gilman, Elizabeth Guizzetti, The Pulp Stage
The Artist`s Studio
Art Show Foyer
Sat Nov 18 6:00pm-7:00pm
What are the ingredients for a space that is inspiring and comfortable to work in. How big, how bright, how busy? Bring photos to share!
Durlyn Larson, Leslie Kreher, John R. Gray III, Elizabeth Adams, Vandy H. Hall, Elizabeth Guizzetti
Healers, Shamans & Clerics, Oh My!
Lovejoy
Sat Nov 18 7:00pm-8:00pm
Medicine in fantasy novels. Is there really an herb for everything?
Elizabeth Guizzetti, Rory Miller, Irene Radford, S. B. Sebrick, Judith R. Conly
Rustycon 34 is an annual science fiction and fantasy convention, held locally in at the Seatac Marriot, with approximately 500 – 700 people in attendance. They have multi–track programming in writing, art, gaming, cosplay and more. They also have a dealer’s room, art show, game room, and a hospitality room for the general membership. Itinerary for Elizabeth Guizzetti
Fri Jan 13 3:00:pm
Fri Jan 13 4:00:pm
Magic or Religion?
Washington C
Priestess, cleric, mage, witch, sorcerer. What are the differences and who should I use in my story?
Bruce TaylorElizabeth GuizzettiG.R. TheronJeremy Zimmerman
Fri Jan 13 7:00:pm
Fri Jan 13 7:30:pm
Reading Elizabeth Guizzetti
Tacoma
Reading from Elizabeth Guizzetti’s newest work, The Grove. A sorcerer believes waking a few ancient gods will save humanity from itself. (And Elizabeth will bring chocolate chip macaroons using the recipe from the novel!)
Elizabeth Guizzetti
Fri Jan 13 8:00:pm
Fri Jan 13 9:00:pm
Are You Sure You Want To Go There?
Washington C
Writing about the darker things in life; Rape, torture, childhood trauma, Sex with Dwarves. Sometimes it’s done for a laugh. Sometimes it is done for an emotional response. Sometimes, we ask ourselves “What was THAT all about?!” This will be a panel that goes into the darker side of writing, where the envelope is not only pushed but fed to the shredder. When is “shock” essential to the story, and when is it sensational?
Bruce TaylorElizabeth GuizzettiG.R. TheronJohn Lovett
Sat Jan 14 12:00:pm
Sat Jan 14 1:00:pm
Self-Publishing – When and Why to go Indie
Tacoma
Self-publishing is a viable career path, but is it for you? Discover the answer as a formerly traditionally-published author gone indie takes you through the ins and outs of what you need to consider when looking at self publishing. Includes balancing the risks and rewards, questions of creative control and freedom, and, of course, the financial side of things.
Elizabeth GuizzettiTod McCoy
Sat Jan 14 12:00:pm
Sat Jan 14 1:00:pm
Self-Publishing – When and Why to go Indie
Tacoma
Self-publishing is a viable career path, but is it for you? Discover the answer as a formerly traditionally-published author gone indie takes you through the ins and outs of what you need to consider when looking at self publishing. Includes balancing the risks and rewards, questions of creative control and freedom, and, of course, the financial side of things.
Elizabeth GuizzettiTod McCoy
Sat Jan 14 3:00:pm
Sat Jan 14 4:00:pm
How do I finish???
Washington C
You have the story, the big climax.. how do you end it?? A lot of beginning writers (and some pros) have problems with that. Come get some ideas.
April DanielsElizabeth GuizzettiJohn LovettTom D Wright
Sat Jan 14 5:00:pm
Sat Jan 14 6:00:pm
The Bechdel Test
Washington C
What is the The Bechdel test and why does it matter? Do you have at least two female characters in your novel that have conversation *not* about a man? Discuss why this is so important, especially in genres that aren’t romance.
Elizabeth GuizzettiJohn LovettRebecca BirchSienna Saint-Cyr
Sat Jan 14 7:00:pm
Sat Jan 14 8:00:pm
Self Marketing for Artists and Writers
Evergreen I
Some basics can be applied to any self-marketing. What has worked in the past for our panelists, what have they tried that was a total bomb?
Anthea SharpElizabeth GuizzettiMichael SuiterRob Carlos
Sat Jan 14 8:00:pm
Sat Jan 14 9:00:pm
Why the heck do I write?
Washington C
Lousy pay, long lonely hours, no recognition. Heinlein called it the other solitary vice. Pros and not-so-pros discuss why they keep on writing.
Bruce TaylorElizabeth GuizzettiGeoffrey QuickRichard Gilmore
Sun Jan 15 2:00:pm
Sun Jan 15 3:00:pm
Violence in our World, Violence in our Stories
Everett
Let’s do some soul searching. Are there any super hero movies that don’t end with the hero physically pounding on the villain? Do all SF/fantasy novels tell readers that violence is the only real answer? What stories avoid violence and yet still grip the reader from start to finish? Are there stories we are not telling?
April DanielsElizabeth GuizzettiMichael S. WarnerTom D Wright
Elizabeth Guizzetti is author of three sci-fi and fantasy novels, including Other Systems and The Grove.
I’m starting a new occasional feature on my blog called Five Questions. I’ll ask an author five interesting questions and post their answers. Check out the answer for the bonus question! My inaugural guest is Elizabeth Guizzetti, a personal friend whom I met through a sci-fi and fantasy writers group in Seattle. Elizabeth loves to write science fiction, horror and fantasy with a bit of social commentary mixed in, not always intentionally. Her 2012 debut novel, Other Systems, was a finalist for the 2016 Canopus Award. Her most recent novel, The Grove, is on sale now.
Do you remember the first character you created? Tell me about him/her/it.
This wasn’t my first character, but the first character I remember was a ten or eleven-year-old girl trying to survive a…
In this episode, I reviewed two books which were very different, yet had the same issue with the ending, just stopping.
The Cat, The Devil, and Lee Fontanaby Shirley Rossuae and Pat JJ Murphy is a bit repetitive, but has compelling stories in a two-part narrative. 2 Stars (It would have been a 3 star, but they didn’t tell me on the cover that it was part of a series.)
The Fourth Pieceby E. Ardell: Was a little nervous going into it since its YA, but I enjoyed this novel a great deal. Wonderful fast pacing, lots of action. Danger dripped from the prose. All four of the POV characters had their own unique voices. It was well written and I like the straightforward way E. Ardell uses description. 4 Stars
This weekend I will be at Artist Alley Table 007 and on The Ladies of Literature Panel at 3-3:45pm at Jet City Comic Book Show: A Back to Basics Comic Book Show.
Tacoma Convention & Trade Center
1500 Broadway
Tacoma, WA 98402
In this video, I explain while I am glad I tried Dewey’s 24-hour Read-a-thon, I realized reading like that just isn’t for me and I review the three books I read that Saturday. The House of Small Shadows by Adam Nevill, a very British horror novel. Slightly slow paced, but beautiful details. 5 stars. I am Providence by Nick Mamatas A great Lovecraftian Murder Mystery and a satire of the convention scene and fandom at large. 4 stars The Edgar Allan Poe Collection Audio Book read by Vincent Price and Basil Rathbone 5 stars
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