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6/29/2014

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I was thinking of children and kittens today. My child is fifteen tomorrow and I am so proud of all he can do and of who he is, but like any parent, I mourn the little baby he was. I miss the sweet, faltering steps.  Kitten are the same. I love cats but always miss the kittens they shed away. It's a bittersweet part of life. We loved JEA Press when it was a baby, even as it frequently toddled into things, fell, got back up, and occasionally wailed. We nurtured and fed it well, and JEA grew. May presses fail so we are thankful that JEA has become a "teen-aged" press. Sadly , we also have to make changes and overcome challenges. Trevor Smith and I established JEA to catch some of the exceptional, wonderful books that other presses didn't have room for, and to give them great covers, edits, and make them available.I would never have done this without Trevor. T recently retired from the military and moved, not knowing his bandwidth plan would be almost zero; it's certainly not enough for him to do projects. After soul searching, it is best that Trevor step down as co-CEO. He will remain as an author, a mentor, and friend. I will assume all CEO duties and responsibilities. I am happy, but I do miss the old ways as well. It's actually a way of growing, even if we must adjust and let go of the "kitten version" we love. With no losses, we gain Trevor's ability to write more; we hate that technology, the reason JEA thrives, is also the reason T had to make a hard choice.
Meanwhile, try one of T's books!

JEA celebrates
women who write to thrill and chill....
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The authors of J. Ellington Ashton Press come together with twisted minds, and warped stories to bring you a terrifying collection of short stories. Midnight Remains brings together some of the most renowned small press authors currently in print. 

Edward P. Cardillo is the awarding winning author of Automaton, and Odd Tales of an Old Man. His story telling has dubbed him the nick name “Campfire Grandpa” for his ease in relating meaningful yet frightening tales. (Vampires of Exeter / The Devil is in the Details) 
R.J. Spears is the author of Sanctuary of the Dead and Lord of the Dead. His zombie tales are realistic and action packed. (Grilling With Zombies / Toofers) 
Daniel J. Williams penned the “Mace” series. His novels are gritty and realistic post-apocalyptic drama. (Evil Calls) 
Nick Hatfield reminds everyone, when you tell your kids they can be anything, sometimes they decide to be classic horror writers. Nick is a young author with unlimited potential. (Out of the Corner of Your Eye / Night Calls / Back Roads / Seeing Monsters) 
catt dahman has a penchant for turning history into horror. Her ability turn even scary events into scarier fiction has her among the leading horror writers of our day. (Counterpoint / End Justifies) 
Sharon L. Higa is a purveor of the supernatural. Her novel #6 relates tales from a post death experience. (Dreaper/ Here Kitty Kitty / Dare Ya / Funeral Parlor Blues) 
Mark Woods is one of the most talented authors in JEA. He began his penmanship by blogging reviews for other authors, and then moved his extensive knowledge of good story telling into his own work. His novel “Time of Tides” is a block buster. (Plot Holes / Dairy of the Dead) 
Michael Fisher is a multi-talented man. He not only contributes writing to this collection, but also the cover. (Return of the Devil Fly) 
Tabitha Baumander masterfully tells tales of modern day fantasy and high stakes adventure. Her novel “The Pond” is a prime example of her artistry and skill. (Class Reunion / Hey, Come Here)
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Celebrating a little bit of art, music, and writing....

6/27/2014

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(from catt) Hi! I never click videos but I did this once, and found a unique sound. I want to share this little song with our followers because I love the message of "All for One". The management graciously told us we could share this with everyone, and I really love seeing new, fresh artists in any area. Gangstagrass is bluegrass (fiddles and banjos) with a fun rap added.
Click their icon (to the left) to hear and see the video. 

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JEA artists use several programs and we purchase image rights, but David must deal with sizing, balance, hue, saturation, light, and blending, just to name a few elements. JEA is honored to employ a man as talented as McG, who loves the work and puts himself out there. See more of his work here:
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David McGlumphy 

is a free lance artist and also on staff at JEA Press as a cover-designer and artist. As a designer, he had to first intern before he could work with the authors fully. Under the direction of Executive Editor and Art Director, Susan Simone, David learned how JEA listens to writers, considers commercial appeal, and then locates (legal!) images, or hand-draws the covers. After his internship, David was hired as an artist. (We look at talent, ethics, and ability to work within our strange company). When working on a cover, artists are very hands-on; after many meetings with the author, David sets up the images and then designs the font so the title looks good in thumbnail images. He must please the author and show their view of the book (and what it is about), balance images, chose and alter colors for contrast, and then get the font perfect so it looks good in a large view, but also when it is the size of a postage stamp! It's a challenge, but McG (as we call him) always stays on the job until the author is pleased, and Susan accepts the cover. 
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Sam Reese
Immolation

You never know when darkness is going to cross your path.  Lydia Allison Cantrell was a beautiful child from a seemingly loving family when all hell broke loose. The person who was supposed to love her and protect her from the evils of the world betrayed her in the worst way possible.  For years Lydia endured the horrors of her father’s abuse, finding her only solace in her beloved books, and a pure affection from her friend Michael. Until a day came when something, a small flame of a thing began to wake within her. Now, as the flame grows, it threatens to consume not only her but those around her as well, both innocent and guilty. Lydia must choose vengeance or mercy, realizing that both come with a cost that might be too much to pay for a girl so young.
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Cover art by Michael "Fish" Fisher

Final Reverie

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Many years after the downfall of technology, magic has reclaimed its position within Earth’s ecosystem. Over time, the delicate balance of between good and evil has weighed heavily toward the malevolent side, despite attempts at stabilizing the equilibrium. Two heroes, Franklyn – an adolescent boy, and Chij – his wolf brother, travel the land with a sole purpose of helping those that cannot defend themselves from the creatures that lurk and feed upon the weak. Their carefree travels are unexpectedly given a larger purpose when they are tasked to search for, and destroy, the nefarious being known as Nafets – who was imprisoned many years prior but teeters on the edge of reemergence. 
Franklyn and Chij endure an emotional journey filled with blood, tears, and self-discovery as they encounter the unexpected and become entangled in a expedition that will test their abilities and emotions. 

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Sexxxy

6/25/2014

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JEA has an erotic line (Lace 21) and a darker erotic line (Lace 21 Noir)

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Stacey Seeks Satisfaction...When Stacey meets her new boss she knows she has to have him, no matter what the cost. Stacey's not the kind of girl to take no for an answer, and what she wants she almost always gets. Things start to turn sour, however, once she's had her wicked way with him, as Stacey begins to get a glimpse of the man behind the mask. When an opportunity arises for Stacey to get one over on her boss, Stacey embraces it in both hands, broadening her horizons in the process. One way or another, Stacey is determined to seek out satisfaction.

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Good Reads

6/25/2014

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Connor Woods is tired of being pushed around, and dragging his space cadet of a younger brother around with him. When he and his brother, Sean, meet their Grandpa Lingus for the first time, the introduction is awkward to say the least.  During the compulsory visits, Grandpa Lingus launches into a series of terrifying tall tales. After some initial resistance, Connor becomes immersed in the horrifying cautionary tales set in the bogs of Ireland, the Black Forest of World War II Germany, the pre-Katrina New Orleans voodoo scene, and the suburbs of New York. 
“Beautifully written,” Pulitzer Prize Nominee and Emmy Award Winner, John Ford Noonan 

Sharon Higa

What genre(s) do you write in and why? 
I write horror, drama, supernatural thrillers, fantasy/action and suspense.  That’s what generally flies through my at any given time.  
What is Number 6 about, both on the surface and down deep? What inspired this? 
This story was actually based upon a real murder which occurred in California in the 1970’s. It was unsettling to me on an emotional level, as well as giving me the concept of the spirit of a victim exacting revenge.
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The One: Children of Destiny is an epic tale of generations of bloodshed betwixt four separate races/nations. The battles are put on hold when all are thrown into an uneasy alliance caused by an outside, invading evil. Although they all share the same religion, all four races have different interpretations, hence their past conflicts. Now they have been told, by the source of their religion, to have the sons and daughters of their leaders go on a quest
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Do you write for yourself or for readers?
Well I write for myself mostly.  At the end of the day I don’t even really know how much sense I’m making.  But when readers respond favorably it’s extremely rewarding.

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JEA Submissions:

We are  presently looking for:
  • Novels over 50,000 words and a series. 
  • Horror, zombie, science fiction with a horror element, thrillers, fantasy, mysteries, supernatural, creature-feature, bizarre stories with wicked monsters. We like romantic creepiness.
  • Erotica,  historical erotica, gay, BDSM consentual. Erotica Noir.
  • YA and Fantasy

We will not accept:
  • Obscenities without reason (or excessive use).
  • Manuscripts with titillating, glorified rape, any child molestation details, or illegal material. We do not allow glorification of racism or hate-inspired material related to  religions, creeds, or gender orientations. 
  • Rough books. Sex in erotica must be consensual, over 18 (for characters), and should not include drugged individuals. Erotica Noir may be wild and wicked but must follow the above. 
  • Negative references to Trademarked companies.
  • Self published works unless  there is a proven sales record. 
  •  Art not contracted by us unless there is a written release from said artist  and proven ownership as per law. 
  • Unprofessional authors, unethical authors, and any authors who plagiarize work or use material that is copyrighted.
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Info about Submitting
Click button above for details...* Send 5K-10K to above by JULY 31.
* Tell us who you are and give us a short synopsis and attach the story.

Ed Cardillo's Editorial debut...with a bite!

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Summertime Books

6/24/2014

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Information:  click here
Accepting work for this anthology until July  31. Gore, body fluids, bizarre ideas...check. Be as weird as you wish and if you have been rejected for content, we are very interested!

Some exciting reads....
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Sam Reese
Immolation

You never know when darkness is going to cross your path.  Lydia Allison Cantrell was a beautiful child from a seemingly loving family when all hell broke loose. The person who was supposed to love her and protect her, betrayed her in the worst way possible. For years Lydia endured her father’s abuse, finding her only solace in books. A flame began to wake within her, and  as the flame grows, it threatens to consume not only her but those around her as well, both innocent and guilty. Lydia must choose vengeance or mercy, realizing that both come with a cost that might be too much to pay for a girl so young.

Samantha Gregory

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What is After about? 
On the surface it is an action story about a young girl struggling to survive in a harsh world after her father 's apparent death. I think underneath the story deals with a sense of loneliness and what it is like to be a teenager and feel like an outcast and the search for someone who understands that. 
What inspired this? 
I think it is a universal theme that we have all felt at one time or another. For some people this can make or break them. 

Keith Milstead

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Fish to Die For 
has won literary awards and an award for cover art. 
"I was born and raised in the great State of Texas. Currently I am a displaced Texan since my wife Rhonda of 16 years asked that we move to Colorado. We bought a home in the mountains and now live with the wildlife and our rescue dachshund Baxter. If I could move the weather from Colorado down to Texas, it would be awesome but then it wouldn’t be Texas then, would it?"  (Keith)
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Jim Gofoth

6/16/2014

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Although JEA Press is US based, we have authors from all over the world to include Canada, Europe, and Australia!
Jim Goforth is a rare find. A heavy rocker, he writes in a style that is comparable to the late, great Richard Laymon. His style is so natural that a reader tends to forget he is reading; it's like living the action and hearing the words.
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Book of the Month and a write-up...wow.

Like Richard Laymon, Jim is one of the most compassionate, kind, smart, and funny people I know. He is very approachable and someone I consider as a friend. He is also a crazy, terrifying, brutally honest writer that will send a reader into spasms of sheer dread with a side of chills. (catt dahman)

Twenty-three 5-star ratings and two 4-stars.

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Special treats!

6/16/2014

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Long awaited....

It's an epic poem...it's a picture book...it's...you'll have to order it and see! Last Haven is the book we have bee awaiting for two years! With illustrations by Susan Simone, this this a must have.

Wrath carried him onward. For thousands of years, War rode upon his back, battle after battle, until the last stand. Until the Last Haven.
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Sneak peek...cover and part of an interview with Mr. Pratt (and a picture of him!) Exclusive to JEA...get to know this prolific writer!
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Essel Pratt

What genre(s) do you write in and why?

                My normal genre of choice is horror.  However, I do dabble in fantasy/adventure and sci-fi.  For me, horror is a fantastic outlet to vent the frustrations of life.  It can symbolize a negative aspect of my life, community happenings, or even the world within a character’s actions, as well as his or her demise.  The same applies to fantasy/adventure and sci-fi.  

What is FINAL REVERIE about both on the surface and down deep?

                On the surface, FINAL REVERIE is about the bond between friends and desire to seek out adventure in many forms.  Down deep, FINAL REVERIE is about the hardships we are dealt in life, and the need to work together to succeed rather than experience defeat.  It also shows us that we must sometimes make sacrifices in order to be victorious in our ventures.  It also tells us that there may have been mistakes in the past, but we should not let them define who we will be, instead we are in control of our futures.

What inspired this?

                Originally, I was inspired by the bond between a child and his or her pet.  We tend to treat our pets as though they are human, both in the way we talk to them and treat them.  One of the strongest bonds we have is with our pets.  The story was floating around in my mind for a while, without an actual plot to give it form.  However, an open call with an anthology focused on the Hero’s Best friend, instead of the hero himself.  I took the opportunity to submit to the anthology and my short story was accepted.  With the blessing of the publisher, I worked diligently for over a year to reform the short story into a full novel.  In the process, the story went through many changes.  The characters took on different names and personalities, the world in which they live was expanded beyond the glimpse that was given in the short story, and the overall theme was changed as well.  In the end, the short story took on a life of its own and became what it is today.

Who is the main character?

                There are actually two main characters within the novel.  The first is Franklyn, a human adolescent that loves to journey the land and assist those that are threatened by those that use magic for evil.  He is skilled in swordsmanship, and is mature beyond his years, although he still likes to joke around every once in a while. 

                The second main character is Franklyn’s closest friend, Chij (pronounced: Chee).  Chij is a wolf with the blessing of speech.  Since magic has made a return to the world, Chij’s family has been blessed with the gift, as have many animals.  He met Franklyn when they were both babies and have been side by side ever since.  They think of themselves as brothers, instead of master and pet.  

What was difficult about penning this?

                The most difficult thing about penning this novel was finding the time to write.  I outlined the entire novel as part of an assignment with the Institute of Children’s Literature, where I graduated with a diploma.  As part of my last assignment, I wrote the first three chapters of the book.  However, it was nearly a year before I was able to collect enough time to actually finish the book, then another few months to go back through and work on initial edits.  Since then, I have developed a routine with my writing, working it into my weekly schedule to ensure I do not lose touch with the projects I am working on.

What is difficult for you as a writer?

                Other than finding time, I find outlining to be the most difficult.  Not that it is hard to do, but I tend to put too much thought into it, so I put it off.  The outline for FINAL REVERIE took me a record three days to finish.  However, a couple other books that I am attempting to outline have taken me months just to start because I want it to be as detailed as possible, even though I rarely stick to the details I put into it.  The outline for FINAL REVERIE, that I used daily, is now covered in doodles, coffee stains, and notes.  I find that I need to force myself to complete the outlines, or I will put it off far too long.
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Authors...are you nasty enough? Have you been rejected for content? We may want your trashy story.

6/11/2014

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yes, I am a freak

REJECTED for Content

More information available via the button.We like tongue in cheek, exploitative, Grind House, weirdness.
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Pick a poison!

6/10/2014

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What is your favorite genre?

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Zombies?

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Horror?

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Supernatural?

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Fantasy?

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You don't think females can be bloodthirsty, chilling, creepy writers? Ha! Check these deadly women out and see how wicked they can be!
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Short Story Anthologies.

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2 chilling books for your pleasure

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Best selling book from JEA...evil Englishman Mark Woods.

Horror deluxe. Frighting story with an award winning cover
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Publicity

6/3/2014

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Mark Woods, Jim Goforth, and Christopher St.John Sampayo

Jim Goforth
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Keith Milstead and Joe Hill
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catt met Max Booth!
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Christopher St.John Sampayo
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catt met Timothy Long!
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