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Book Release: Unravel

October 22, 2019October 21, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / Leave a comment

Another Black Hare Press anthology drops today! This one is filled with people on the wrong side of the law, bad cops, and crime. Crime and noir fiction aren't natural genres for me, but I still contributed five micro fictions, which were all accepted! I'm proud of these, since they have a range of tones … Continue reading Book Release: Unravel

SYNTH #2: An Anthology of Dark SF

September 28, 2019September 27, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / Leave a comment

I reviewed the debut SYNTH anthology back in April and I really couldn't wait to dive back into this series curated by C.M. Muller. Volume 2 of the SYNTH: An Anthology of Dark Science Fiction carries on the tone of the previous volume, but considering how high the bar was, it just did not reach … Continue reading SYNTH #2: An Anthology of Dark SF

Book Release: Beyond

September 17, 2019September 11, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / Leave a comment

Another month, another Black Hare Press anthology. This one is based around the paranormal, ghosts and the afterlife. I managed to crank out five micro fiction stories for this one, even included a small riff on Ghost busters, so be sure to check those out. The list of all those stories will be at the bottom … Continue reading Book Release: Beyond

Review: 100 Words of Horror Pt. 3

September 10, 2019September 9, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / 2 Comments

The latest in Kevin J. Kennedy's drabble series of horror, Part 3 does not disappoint with bringing another group of horror writers together in one volume! A little different from previous anthologies, Kennedy states in his opening words that he opened this volume to the public and received a massive response. Of course this means … Continue reading Review: 100 Words of Horror Pt. 3

Book release: WORLDS

June 25, 2019June 21, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / Leave a comment

Today is release day for the anthology which I am in! It has been a long time, since I have been in an anthology and I'm thrilled that I was accepted into it. So, if you noticed my updated "Publications page" you'll find this anthology listed there, since I have a handful of micro fiction … Continue reading Book release: WORLDS

SYNTH #1: An Anthology of Dark SF

April 4, 2019March 27, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / 2 Comments

The blurb compares this to Blackmirror but I'll be honest, I think anthology wins at being more bleak, more strange, and more relevant. Edited by C. M. Muller, SYNTH: An Anthology of Dark Science Fiction is exactly that and does it ever deliver on that promise. All of these stories circle existential issues, while also … Continue reading SYNTH #1: An Anthology of Dark SF

Review: Neon Druid

March 16, 2019March 19, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / 3 Comments

I wanted to change it up slightly with this post and have something fun/themed for St. Patrick's day! But I can't go any further without saying...what a thrilling romp through pubs, mythology, and alleyways. NEON DRUID is such a fun, pulpy anthology of stories that embody Celtic fantasy and myth. Each story presents a strong … Continue reading Review: Neon Druid

Review: How Long ‘Til Black Future Month?

March 14, 2019March 22, 2019 / Alexander Pyles / Leave a comment

If you couldn't tell already, but I've been on a bit of an anthology kick this year and there was no way I was going to miss out on N.K. Jemisin's new collection of short fiction. There are some stories I have read or heard of before and there are even some stories in here … Continue reading Review: How Long ‘Til Black Future Month?

Reveiw: Iraq+100

July 19, 2018July 17, 2018 / Alexander Pyles / Leave a comment

All and all these stories were both strange and wonderful. Being that I'm an American, who while I didn't support the Iraq war, I still feel a strong burden of regret and sorrow to have invaded and virtually destroyed a nation that has such a rich culture. I feel that I know Iraq a little … Continue reading Reveiw: Iraq+100

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