Craig Brownlie
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Recently:
Post Apocalyptic Policing with Frida Kahlo
Five Raging Hearts
Behind the Music in Hotel of Haunts
A Book of Practical Monsters
FusionFriends and the Purple Cow
A Barbed Quill
Recently:
Post Apocalyptic Policing with Frida Kahlo
Five Raging Hearts
Behind the Music in Hotel of Haunts
A Book of Practical Monsters
FusionFriends and the Purple Cow
A Barbed Quill
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February 19, 2026 at 3:50 PM
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In less than two weeks, I will be at Scares that Care in Williamsburg, Virginia. Come on out and support a good cause. I'll have all the books plus signatures stickers from contributors to Five Raging Hearts who can't attend!
February 16, 2026 at 1:43 PM
In less than two weeks, I will be at Scares that Care in Williamsburg, Virginia. Come on out and support a good cause. I'll have all the books plus signatures stickers from contributors to Five Raging Hearts who can't attend!
We were just driving down the highway in Los Angeles and there's this big sign about the Skirball Cultural Center and their current Jack Kirby show. I do not recommend slamming on your brakes on the 405.
February 13, 2026 at 8:41 PM
We were just driving down the highway in Los Angeles and there's this big sign about the Skirball Cultural Center and their current Jack Kirby show. I do not recommend slamming on your brakes on the 405.
It was below zero but Aaron and I trudged out to the George Eastman Museum to see the Dutch Connection and eat espresso chocolate chip cookies on Saturday.
February 9, 2026 at 8:27 PM
It was below zero but Aaron and I trudged out to the George Eastman Museum to see the Dutch Connection and eat espresso chocolate chip cookies on Saturday.
Of course we stopped at Horror Vibes Coffee- no we did not partake of the nightmare fuel, but the wall art definitely had the right... vibe.
February 6, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Of course we stopped at Horror Vibes Coffee- no we did not partake of the nightmare fuel, but the wall art definitely had the right... vibe.
Yes, we will take a picture of the Bruce Lee sculpture.
February 5, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Yes, we will take a picture of the Bruce Lee sculpture.
Billy Bass Nelson RIP
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Funkadelic - Super Stupid (HQ)
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February 3, 2026 at 8:37 PM
Billy Bass Nelson RIP
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This beautiful raging heart pendant by @roxanellanque.bsky.social , book, cover sticker, & signatures (@judithsonnet.bsky.social, @bitterkarella.bsky.social, @mathewlreyes.bsky.social, Roxane. me) in the @scaresthatcare.bsky.social AuthorCon VI auction-@texascthulhu.bsky.social's signature BHOS
February 2, 2026 at 5:54 PM
This beautiful raging heart pendant by @roxanellanque.bsky.social , book, cover sticker, & signatures (@judithsonnet.bsky.social, @bitterkarella.bsky.social, @mathewlreyes.bsky.social, Roxane. me) in the @scaresthatcare.bsky.social AuthorCon VI auction-@texascthulhu.bsky.social's signature BHOS
Welcome to the Glass-Simons memorial sculpture at Angels Point. Come for the spectacular view, but stay for the absolute weirdness.
January 30, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Welcome to the Glass-Simons memorial sculpture at Angels Point. Come for the spectacular view, but stay for the absolute weirdness.
I have been remiss in not mentioning that Aaron Brendze Brownlie and I attended a re-release showing of Felidae. It's animated and about cats. It's inspired by Krimi films (not what you're thinking) as much as Giallo. I don't know what to do with this experience.
January 29, 2026 at 5:39 PM
I have been remiss in not mentioning that Aaron Brendze Brownlie and I attended a re-release showing of Felidae. It's animated and about cats. It's inspired by Krimi films (not what you're thinking) as much as Giallo. I don't know what to do with this experience.
And Christy Aldridge made a "Making of..." video for the cover of Post-Apocalyptic Policing With Frida Kahlo!
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Craig Brownlie's POST-APOCALYPTIC POLICING WITH FRIDA KAHLO
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January 28, 2026 at 12:41 AM
And Christy Aldridge made a "Making of..." video for the cover of Post-Apocalyptic Policing With Frida Kahlo!
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2025 reviews conclude here! Plus some final thoughts for the writers. Also, works from @antoncancre.bsky.social, Alex Osman, Ira Rat, Nathanael West, Jim Thompson, @judithsonnet.bsky.social, and Javier Marías.
Gratitude to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social.
Gratitude to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social.
01/26/2026 Guest Review: Craig Brownlie
It’s Been A Year, Part 7Reviews and thoughts on writing with Craig BrownlieThat sounds a little pompous, but it’s been a minute since I’ve done any reviews because 2025 has been a worse year than even...
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January 26, 2026 at 9:10 PM
2025 reviews conclude here! Plus some final thoughts for the writers. Also, works from @antoncancre.bsky.social, Alex Osman, Ira Rat, Nathanael West, Jim Thompson, @judithsonnet.bsky.social, and Javier Marías.
Gratitude to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social.
Gratitude to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social.
New book in pre-order from all your favorite places! Alonzo Crash survived the zombie apocalypse to be appointed police detective in a world where the victims re-animate and the perpetrators have done so much worse to survive than commit one murder.
January 24, 2026 at 8:19 PM
New book in pre-order from all your favorite places! Alonzo Crash survived the zombie apocalypse to be appointed police detective in a world where the victims re-animate and the perpetrators have done so much worse to survive than commit one murder.
"Let's hike up to the missile installation," said Matt, which we, along with Aaron, did. Decommissioned anti-missile battery which protected LA during the Cold War. What a view. What a world.
January 23, 2026 at 7:48 PM
"Let's hike up to the missile installation," said Matt, which we, along with Aaron, did. Decommissioned anti-missile battery which protected LA during the Cold War. What a view. What a world.
New book announcement and cover reveal on Saturday!! In the morning in my monthly newsletter!
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January 22, 2026 at 7:49 PM
New book announcement and cover reveal on Saturday!! In the morning in my monthly newsletter!
Moving the newsletter to Substack. If you already subscribe, then you should receive it on Saturday.
As I'm learning, I believe you can subscribe here: substack.com/@craigbrownl...
Moving the newsletter to Substack. If you already subscribe, then you should receive it on Saturday.
As I'm learning, I believe you can subscribe here: substack.com/@craigbrownl...
The penultimate summary of my 2025 reading year is live! Cheers to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social ! Find out what I say about R. J. Benetti, @bitterkarella.bsky.social , @ronaldkelly.bsky.social and Tom Holt here:
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01/21/2026 Guest Review: Craig Brownlie
It’s Been A Year, Part 6Reviews and thoughts on writing with Craig BrownlieSuch big britches, but it’s been a minute since I’ve done any reviews because 2025 has been a worse year than even 2024, whic...
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January 21, 2026 at 7:15 PM
The penultimate summary of my 2025 reading year is live! Cheers to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social ! Find out what I say about R. J. Benetti, @bitterkarella.bsky.social , @ronaldkelly.bsky.social and Tom Holt here:
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You'll want to expand your TBR pile with Mark Scioneaux, D. W. Hitz, Justin Holley, Tommy B. Smith, Jonathan Carroll, Preston & Child, and Rex Stout. As always, thanks to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social !
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01/19/2026 Guest Review from Craig Brownlie
It’s Been A Year, Part 5Reviews and thoughts on writing with Craig BrownlieI may have implied to a few authors that I had every intention of reading their books, but it’s been a minute since I’ve done...
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January 19, 2026 at 4:38 PM
You'll want to expand your TBR pile with Mark Scioneaux, D. W. Hitz, Justin Holley, Tommy B. Smith, Jonathan Carroll, Preston & Child, and Rex Stout. As always, thanks to @danielleyvonne.bsky.social and @candacenola.bsky.social !
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I am happy to report that Thick As A Brick is available in wide pre-release for Tuesday, especially since... I mean... $27??? It's been out on Godless and the drowning river and from me directly for $12, but now your favorite neighborhood shop (all around the world!!) can place a copy in your hands.
January 16, 2026 at 7:53 PM
I am happy to report that Thick As A Brick is available in wide pre-release for Tuesday, especially since... I mean... $27??? It's been out on Godless and the drowning river and from me directly for $12, but now your favorite neighborhood shop (all around the world!!) can place a copy in your hands.
La Brea or LACNH... La Brea or LACNH... it's raining...
At Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County with Aaron and Matt
At Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County with Aaron and Matt
January 15, 2026 at 9:30 PM
La Brea or LACNH... La Brea or LACNH... it's raining...
At Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County with Aaron and Matt
At Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County with Aaron and Matt
Can you believe there are seven parts to these reviews?? This time I write about @vlatinalondon.bsky.social, @michaelallenrose.bsky.social, John Wayne Comunale, Emma Bull, @rowanhill.bsky.social, Samuel Delany, and @jamieflanagan.com. Thanks @danielleyvonne.bsky.social & @candacenola.bsky.social!
01/12/2026 Guest Review from Craig Brownlie!
It’s Been A Year, Part 4Reviews and thoughts on writing with Craig Brownlie Don’t get me started, but it’s been a minute since I’ve done any reviews because 2025 has been a worse year than even 2024, ...
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January 13, 2026 at 2:23 AM
Can you believe there are seven parts to these reviews?? This time I write about @vlatinalondon.bsky.social, @michaelallenrose.bsky.social, John Wayne Comunale, Emma Bull, @rowanhill.bsky.social, Samuel Delany, and @jamieflanagan.com. Thanks @danielleyvonne.bsky.social & @candacenola.bsky.social!
Great hanging out with John Wayne Comunale and Scarlett when they made the trek to visit Aaron and me during our Los Angeles sojourn!
January 12, 2026 at 6:03 PM
Great hanging out with John Wayne Comunale and Scarlett when they made the trek to visit Aaron and me during our Los Angeles sojourn!
Continuing review of 2025 reads! Find something for your reading pile from @mauricebroaddus.bsky.social, Len Berry, Sultan Z. White, N.K. Jemisin & Jamal Campbell, and @jasoncavallaro.bsky.social!
Thanks to Danielle Yvonne and @candacenola.bsky.social!
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Thanks to Danielle Yvonne and @candacenola.bsky.social!
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January 6, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Continuing review of 2025 reads! Find something for your reading pile from @mauricebroaddus.bsky.social, Len Berry, Sultan Z. White, N.K. Jemisin & Jamal Campbell, and @jasoncavallaro.bsky.social!
Thanks to Danielle Yvonne and @candacenola.bsky.social!
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Thanks to Danielle Yvonne and @candacenola.bsky.social!
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Not a sign to be seen
But lovely holiday decorations
Inside and out
Walls thick and clean
For storing susurrations
On up to a shout
In a downpour
Our minds wet and slow
Stand in the rain or
Inside we should go
But lovely holiday decorations
Inside and out
Walls thick and clean
For storing susurrations
On up to a shout
In a downpour
Our minds wet and slow
Stand in the rain or
Inside we should go
January 4, 2026 at 4:21 PM
Not a sign to be seen
But lovely holiday decorations
Inside and out
Walls thick and clean
For storing susurrations
On up to a shout
In a downpour
Our minds wet and slow
Stand in the rain or
Inside we should go
But lovely holiday decorations
Inside and out
Walls thick and clean
For storing susurrations
On up to a shout
In a downpour
Our minds wet and slow
Stand in the rain or
Inside we should go
Start the new year with 3 novellas and 2 short stories!
A Shift of Lightning by Roxane Llanque
We Sing Our Bodies Monstrotic by Mathew L. Reyes
Not All Men by Wile E. Young
F@ck Your Thanksgiving by Judith Sonnet
Night’s Near With Much Undone by Craig Brownlie
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A Shift of Lightning by Roxane Llanque
We Sing Our Bodies Monstrotic by Mathew L. Reyes
Not All Men by Wile E. Young
F@ck Your Thanksgiving by Judith Sonnet
Night’s Near With Much Undone by Craig Brownlie
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Five Raging Hearts: Splatterpunk for the Soul
Five Raging Hearts: Splatterpunk for the Soul - Kindle edition by Brownlie, Craig, Sonnet, Judith, Young, Wile E., Llanque, Roxane, Reyes, Mathew L., Krawczyk, Chris, B., Craig, Karella, Bitter. Download it once and read it on your Kindle device, PC, phones or tablets. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading Five Raging Hearts: Splatterpunk for the Soul.
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January 1, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Start the new year with 3 novellas and 2 short stories!
A Shift of Lightning by Roxane Llanque
We Sing Our Bodies Monstrotic by Mathew L. Reyes
Not All Men by Wile E. Young
F@ck Your Thanksgiving by Judith Sonnet
Night’s Near With Much Undone by Craig Brownlie
www.amazon.com/Five-Raging-...
A Shift of Lightning by Roxane Llanque
We Sing Our Bodies Monstrotic by Mathew L. Reyes
Not All Men by Wile E. Young
F@ck Your Thanksgiving by Judith Sonnet
Night’s Near With Much Undone by Craig Brownlie
www.amazon.com/Five-Raging-...
It's been a year. Still, I read and now I've reviewed a big part of it and it's being posted at Uncomfortably Dark in seven digestible parts!
12/30/2025 Guest Review from Craig Brownlie:
Joining us to help wrap up 2025, we have author friend Craig Brownlie with another one of his wonderful review write-ups. This one includes Millionaires Day by Kit Power, The City We Became by N.K. Je...
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December 30, 2025 at 7:33 PM
It's been a year. Still, I read and now I've reviewed a big part of it and it's being posted at Uncomfortably Dark in seven digestible parts!