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Books for all tastes....

10/22/2014

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For young horror fans or those young at heart

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New  Erotica




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There is zomething about zombies!

9/23/2014

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     What is it about the undead we love so much? Since George Romero wrote the rules for zombification, we have had a love affair with the shamblers, the running mad men, and the decaying dudes. 
     Romero always indicated that his movies were about far more than a bunch of zombies and indeed, he explored racial situations, crowd behavior, and social tension. Infamously the message "they are us. We are them" has been the underlying theme. We wonder what it is like to lose the familial connections, our sense of morality, and sense of self. That scares us. We don't want to be "like that" and yet, as much as we fear it and fear it happening to those we love, we are also drawn to it. 
    I think we love to watch zombies because they are the ultimate in adversaries. They look like us, but they are the enemy. Zombies can't think, and yet, they are a worthy opponent. They have weight, they have no fear, they feel no pain, and they feel no remorse or sympathy. They are us, but without the human parts. They are the antithesis of what people are and yet...they look like us, with a little rot and ruin for fun.
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Try R J Spears and begin the saga...or read Sam Gregory's version of a zombie filled world. Dan Williams chills with 4 novels featuring Mace, a man determined to save everyone he loves and to serve a little justice.
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The Freaks come out at night!
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Smooth...a watery world filled with flesh eaters...and a "must have" zombie book for children and adults both. ABCs of Zombie Friendship.
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Blood Suckers and more....

9/15/2014

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Amanda Lyons:  Grab the first book because there are sequels about to be released. Join the epic journey into Lyons' poetic, dark world.

William Bove:  A fresh, intelligent take on vampires; no sparkles here, but  instead, find the harsh realities of the blood sucking life.

catt dahman: Vampires in the old west battle Doc Holliday, Wyatt Earp and more legends. OR  Helen of Sparta and Troy was beautiful, and enslaved by an ancient curse of blood desires.

Ed Cardillo: See why he is a leading author of horror in Feral Hearts, a smart, sexy take that is unique. Ed edits and leads in a book with six odd, memorable characters on a singles trip, that find the vampires are after them! catt dahman, Amanda Lyons, Ed Cardillo, Michael Fisher, Jim Goforth, and Mark Woods join to provide six terrifying endings. Pick your poison!
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Christopher St. John Sampayo is originally from Louisiana and currently lives in San Antonio, Texas. In 2005 his first play "Passing Through Sam's" was performed by the Renaissance Guild of San Antonio. Since then his plays "Last Son of the South," "Paper Heroes," and "The Artistic Merits of Crayons," have all been performed for the stage as well as many others. "Children of Rosehaven" is his first novel.

Essel Pratt is from Mishawka, Indiana, a North Central town near the Michigan Border. His prolific writings have graced the pages of multiple anthologies, a couple self-published works, as well as his own creations.

As a husband, a father, and a pet owner, Essel's responsibilities never end. Other than a family man, he works a full time job an hour from his home, he is a writer for the Inquisitr, a full time student on his journey to a degree - while maintaining a 4.0 GPA, and is also the Chief of Acquisitions and Executive Assistant for J. Ellington Ashton Press. His means of relieving stress and relaxing equate to sitting in front of his dual screens and writing the tales within the recesses of his mind.

Inspired by C.S. Lewis, Clive Barker, Stephen King, Harper Lee, William Golding, and many more, Essel doesn't restrain his writings to straight horror. His first Novel, Final Reverie is more Fantasy/Adventure, but does include elements of Horror. His first zombie book, The ABC's of Zombie Friendship, attacks the zombie genre from an alternate perspective. Future books, that are in progress and yet to be imagined, will explore the blurred boundaries of horror within its competing genres, mixing the elements into a literary stew.

You can follow Essel at the following:

www.facebook.com/esselprattwriting

Esselpratt.blogspot.com

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One FISH, Two FISH, Red FISH, Blue FISH

9/1/2014

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When a small group of outcasts from the suburbs of Washington, DC witness the zombie apocalypse happening before their eyes, what will they do to survive and will they succeed? 

A small cabin in the mountains of Virginia, once a refuge from the hectic rush of city life, may now be the only refuge for life for these self-labelled DC Freaks. 

Not your mama's Cabin in the Woods.

WHO is FISH?
Michael Fisher.

He's a family man, a tattoo artist, an editor for JEA, artist, and a damned fine writer. Right now, he is breaking out all over with stories in many upcoming anthologies. D C's Dead is the long awaited, hard core, take-no-prisoners story of a zombie apocalypse. As Fish says, "The freaks come out at night."
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Ideas for Reading

8/12/2014

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What to read? Maybe a new catt dahman book...it's a weird western...Doc Holliday and the boys fight blood suckers when they aren't involved in gun fights. Try Wild Boys.  Maybe you want a top seller like Mark Woods' Fish story. Missing zombies? Get After and entertain yourself until the return of THE WALKING DEAD. Oh a chill is what you like? Try Amanda's book and you will feel haunted.

How about some Fantasies? These have great reviews and  will thrill!
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6 Authors. 6 Characters. 6 Endings. Get the ending that YOU want! It's a sexy, scary, unusual book.
"This review is from: Feral Hearts (Kindle Edition) Scary and bloody and with some crazy vampire erotica through out.... this is a pretty cool story and I love how each author contributes an initial character sketch and background. Fabulous. The endings were awesome, too. I enjoyed each one. I am hard pressed to pick my favorite. Another winner by Mr. Cardillo and the other writers! Great job!"


Have a look at our books and use the handy catalog or go to Amazon.com for ebooks an print! 
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Reading Amanda...

7/17/2014

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     I have taken a side about small presses (and Indie writers) vs. the Big 5, and my side is clear right? But the reasons may not be. I keep saying this and people don't get it unless they have been there. Okay. Hilary RC was paid millions in advance for her book of memoirs. The book tanked. If the Big 5 signed me,I would get nothing or a tiny advance and tank as well...because I am a nobody. Unless a celeb reads me and it goes viral, I am forgotten. (If the above happens, I may be laughed at even if I make a fortune. Go figure) Why? Guess what? All BIG book deals do not equal a good read. 
     I like some. I read S. King and a few others, but more and more, I read small press and Indie books. Why? quality. Heart. Because they are good stories that entertain me. I make enough with a small press and as an Indie to write full time. I could not eat, let alone survive long if I waited for a Big 5 to take me. Meanwhile, I entertain, disturb, and affect people.
     Below is my review of a reader with JEA Press. Her name is Amanda Lyons.
   Give her a try, or try one of the many other authors we believe in. See if you think that small press authors rock. I think you'll agree. I feel one day, we will all be reading Amanda's books and yelling for more. Take that big companies!

Maybe one of these will entertain you, Reader-Friend? Many readers have found these to be great entertainment.
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Have you read Sharon's writing? She's spooky!

Oh? A novella is more your taste for .99? One of these might give you a quick read, and they are not what you might expect. Yes they are chilling, well written, and fresh. Why are they unexpected? Because they are not Big 5 authors. They are...dare I say...even better?
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     Wendy Won't Go is available alone and with Mark Woods' bonus stories. Amanda Lyons is an unusual writer. I don't mean she looks funny (because she is very lovely), and I don't mean she does strange things. I mean she has a fresh way of writing. Her prose are strong but they are flowing and beautiful and she has a way of making the reader feel safe and as if the story is going one way. Then, Amanda pulls the rug and the story hits home. HARD. Sometimes I feel she needs a warning for her writing. She makes readers uncomfortable. She is real. She scares people because she sneaks up from behind. 
     Read her novella. Her novel is coming soon.
     I don't care for vampire novels. I say that a lot. However, let me make three points. I collaborated on Feral Hearts with Amanda, and several others to include Edward Cardillo. It is a vampire tale with BITE. Second, I like William Bove's story, Once Upon A Grave. (Reason? Because it is very different and the detail is stunning). Third, Amanda's new novel, Eyes Like Blue Fire reminds me of Interview With A Vampire, but it cuts to the quick faster, it's got more back story and heart, and it is very...unusual. There is that word again. Sorry. There is no way to explain. She will hook you, and never let you go. That is what I like. 
     Two authors and a collaboration resurrected vampires for me. Think on that. A Big 5 made me forsake the sub-genre and swear off the undead biters forever because I feared sparkles. Three books brought me back. Yeah, that's fair.
     Meanwhile, I am reading Amanda....
    
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Just a Shout Out For Those Books Selling Fast and Furious

7/10/2014

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Summer HOT

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New and Old

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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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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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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