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Chris Kauzlarich
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Kiss & Tell
A serialized novel: Chapter 7
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November 10, 2025 at 6:08 PM
I wrote almost 1000 words yesterday. Let’s try to best that today, shall we
November 9, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Writing in my front room and feeling a certain energy from those fall colors—they’re on point 👌🏻
November 8, 2025 at 3:32 PM
I was back at it today (story blurred until it’s ready for you all to read 😉). I have several projects I hope to get wrapped up sooner rather than later: two novel manuscripts, a short story, and a backlog of Substack articles I’d wanted to publish.
#amwriting #indieauthor #writer #writerslife
November 7, 2025 at 3:38 PM
I love Fall weather, but not what it does to my sinuses. We are approaching 4 weeks of having a headache almost every day.

In less negative news, a new episode of our podcast drops tomorrow, and I’ve been writing much more slowly than usual, but I’ll get back to my rhythm eventually.
November 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Keeping that media blitz going! Here is my first interview, which I recorded a couple of months ago, when I sat down with Dave from the @livingthenextchapter podcast to discuss my author journey and my recent collection, Menagerie in the Dark.

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E612 - Chris Kauzlarich - Short Story Collection, Menagerie in the Dark, And The Suspense Horror Novella, LAZARUS
Podcast Episode · Living The Next Chapter: Candid Conversations with Authors and Writers for Readers Searching for a New Read · 11/01/2025 · 50m
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November 4, 2025 at 1:34 AM
I took a step back today from plot movement and worked on some scene development. A lot of this might not make it into the story, but it’s helping flesh out my characters. Moody Road short story and the next chapter of Kiss & Tell coming soon!
November 2, 2025 at 3:39 PM
I had an opportunity to connect with Craig and Roland at Hidden Gems Books for their podcast Fully Booked, where we discussed the art and business of short stories. If you can give it a listen and check out my short stories!

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Episode 198 - The Art and Business of Short Stories - HiddenGemsBooks
Although short fiction often gets overshadowed in today’s market-driven publishing landscape, for many writers it’s where the most vital work begins. That’s why, in this week’s episode of Fully Booked...
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October 30, 2025 at 2:53 PM
I was going to write this morning, but my mind is not there. I’ve been dealing with sinus and headache issues and needed the feel-good, relaxing sensation of diving into somebody else’s world, so I read. I’ll write tonight instead, after I get the gears moving for my day job.
October 28, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Warning: my books are on sale now. Act fast to grab them at a discount before midnight on Halloween night! Don’t say I didn’t warn you—your wallet might survive, but your reading list won't! Links in my bio!
October 27, 2025 at 1:12 PM
The next episode of the Rants & Musings Podcast is now available! In this episode, Kandice and Chris discuss horror! Click the link below to listen!

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Episode 4 - Directed by Michael Bay
Listen now | In this episode, Kandice and Chris discuss horror!
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October 23, 2025 at 3:12 PM
My new Halloween short story won’t be finished in time, but I plan to have it available on Substack, then add it to Kindle and KU shortly after in November. It’s never too late for some horror!
October 22, 2025 at 3:39 PM
Over twenty pages in (roughly over 5k words). A new spooky short is coming soon—sadly, I think it will be released in November instead of for Halloween, though.
October 21, 2025 at 1:28 PM
My first podcast interview has aired, yay! Click on the link below to listen to this episode of the Speaking of Writers podcast, where I discuss Menagerie in the Dark with Steve Richards!
#podcast #author #indieauthor #menagerieinthedark #horror #shortstory

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October 17, 2025 at 2:33 PM
This book was fun and imaginative: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ @garethjohnbrown.bsky.social
October 16, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Not as much writing time today, but I’m estimating that I’m at roughly 5k words on this little horror story I was writing for this month. It’s going to be longer than intended 🤷🏼‍♂️
October 16, 2025 at 1:41 AM
Another review!
October 14, 2025 at 5:16 PM
My new horror story is now at 18 written pages 😊
October 14, 2025 at 2:19 PM
A new review for Menagerie in the Dark—have you had a chance to read it yet? If you ask me, it’s a perfect choice for spooky season 😉. Available in hardcover online from major retailers and as an ebook on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited (link in my bio).
October 12, 2025 at 4:05 PM
This week on The Rants & Musings Podcast, Caleb recounts a failed attempt to climb a mountain. Would he suggest trying it again? No, but at least he wrote a story while almost freezing to death—silver linings people! Episode available now on Substack, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.
October 11, 2025 at 9:36 PM
New review!
October 10, 2025 at 6:59 PM
Time for my first spooky season read from the dozen recommended by all of you out there! Here we go!
October 10, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Episode 3 of The Rants & Musings Podcast is now available!

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Episode 3- Memento, “Obama” & a Heat Cocoon
Listen now | In this episode, Caleb dresses like a pirate and realizes that climbing a mountain isn’t worth it.
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October 9, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Got some prep work done on the new episode of the Rants & Musings Podcast. Should be ready to drop tomorrow
October 8, 2025 at 10:21 PM