Surprise, I have a new publication! And it’s a short essay.
So, if you’re unaware, the Horror Writers Association does a series of articles called Halloween Haunts every year. The articles are written by and contributed by members and can range in subjects from Halloween to horror writing to life in the HWA. It’s a great way for Halloween people to talk about their favorite holiday during the month of October.
And I’ve always wanted to contribute, but everything I thought to write about always seemed less than worthy for an article. So, I never tried. However, earlier in the month, Kevin Wetmore, a well-known figure in the HWA who is running Halloween Haunts this year, contacted me out of the blue and asked me to contribute! And yeah, that was cool, but I also didn’t think I was the right choice to submit an article. And I did let him know my worries regarding subject matter.
Still, he encouraged me, and I decided to at least try and think of something. And, to my surprise, a few hours after he messaged me, I had a great idea for an article.
That article is now published on the HWA website, and is linked through the button below. “A Little Yard to Work In” goes into the evolution of the Halloween displays I put up in my front yard. And while I wish I had put in some photos for the essay (a Halloween yard display is a visual thing, after all), I’m very proud of it. How could I not be? I get to share my love of creative yard displays for Halloween, after all.
Anyway, I would like to thank Kevin Wetmore for inviting me to contribute to Halloween Haunts this year. (Only the second time I’ve ever been invited to contribute to something, and the first time I’ve actually gotten in!) And I would like to thank you for (I’m assuming you are) reading the article. As always, I appreciate your support as I work hard to become a full time writer.
Until next time (which, who knows? Could be later this week or early next week), my Followers of Fear, good night, pleasant nightmares, and 17 days till Halloween! I’ll see you real soon.
In fact, I might be in your yard right now. Among your Halloween displays. Look outside, if you dare.
