Mark_Atley
@markatley.bsky.social
Dad / Husband / Detective / Writer / Author / Novelist. Neon Noir / Neon Americana Tulsa Underworld series, A Bright Young Man and others.
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Mark_Atley
@markatley.bsky.social
· Nov 27
Welcome to my page, welcome! Some things about me: I am a dad / Husband / Detective / Writer / Author / Novelist. Neon Noir / Neon Americana Tulsa Underworld series, A Bright Young Man and others.
I love readers. If you want to read any of my work in exchange for a review, contact me.
I love readers. If you want to read any of my work in exchange for a review, contact me.
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Check out the first three novels in the Tulsa Underworld series….so if you are looking for a great trilogy of books, look no further than the Siriano trilogy that opened this wonderful series.
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
Too Late to Say Goodbye
Grief is a bitch. When Tony Mora’s partner Clyde dies saving his life during a botched DEA operation, the loss throws him in a tailspin. Not that things were going so well before that. Between the mar...
booksprout.co
November 11, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Check out the first three novels in the Tulsa Underworld series….so if you are looking for a great trilogy of books, look no further than the Siriano trilogy that opened this wonderful series.
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
Check out the first three novels in the Tulsa Underworld series….so if you are looking for a great trilogy of books, look no further than the Siriano trilogy that opened this wonderful series.
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
Too Late to Say Goodbye
Grief is a bitch. When Tony Mora’s partner Clyde dies saving his life during a botched DEA operation, the loss throws him in a tailspin. Not that things were going so well before that. Between the mar...
booksprout.co
November 11, 2025 at 2:45 AM
Check out the first three novels in the Tulsa Underworld series….so if you are looking for a great trilogy of books, look no further than the Siriano trilogy that opened this wonderful series.
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
Too Late to Say Goodbye: booksprout.co/reviewer/rev...
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Good morning, friends!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
November 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Good morning, friends!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
Good morning, friends!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
November 9, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Good morning, friends!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
I have something special to share today—a behind-the-scenes peek at my upcoming novel, LEAN INTO THE LIGHT.
Please, share this with all your reading friends—and anyone who just enjoys a good story, whether they’re readers or not!
Just in case you missed this morning’s post, here’s a lovely little read for your enjoyment.
Hello, friends and fellow writers! Today, I’m excited to share one of my favorite scenes from *THE DEAD MAKE NO MARK*. This book is deeply personal to me — over at my Subst@ck
October 16, 2025 at 11:17 PM
Just in case you missed this morning’s post, here’s a lovely little read for your enjoyment.
Hello, friends and fellow writers! Today, I’m excited to share one of my favorite scenes from *THE DEAD MAKE NO MARK*. This book is deeply personal to me — over at my Subst@ck
October 16, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Hello, friends and fellow writers! Today, I’m excited to share one of my favorite scenes from *THE DEAD MAKE NO MARK*. This book is deeply personal to me — over at my Subst@ck
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Buckle up, night owls and myth-chasers—because Douglas Lumsden isn't just an author; he's the shadowy sorcerer transforming the gritty pulse of classic noir into urban fantasy that flames on the page, leaving you craving more.
October 3, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Buckle up, night owls and myth-chasers—because Douglas Lumsden isn't just an author; he's the shadowy sorcerer transforming the gritty pulse of classic noir into urban fantasy that flames on the page, leaving you craving more.
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I was interviewed by author/blogger @markatley.bsky.social! He asked me some terrific questions, and I had a blast answering them. You can check it out here:
markatley.substack.com/p/douglas-lu...
markatley.substack.com/p/douglas-lu...
Douglas Lumsden 1 on 1 with Mark Atley
In Deep Coprolite (Shade the Collector #2).
markatley.substack.com
October 3, 2025 at 8:58 PM
I was interviewed by author/blogger @markatley.bsky.social! He asked me some terrific questions, and I had a blast answering them. You can check it out here:
markatley.substack.com/p/douglas-lu...
markatley.substack.com/p/douglas-lu...
For those @douglaslumsden.bsky.social fans out there! Check it out now.
Buckle up, night owls and myth-chasers—because Douglas Lumsden isn't just an author; he's the shadowy sorcerer transforming the gritty pulse of classic noir into urban fantasy that flames on the page, leaving you craving more.
October 3, 2025 at 2:45 PM
For those @douglaslumsden.bsky.social fans out there! Check it out now.
Buckle up, night owls and myth-chasers—because Douglas Lumsden isn't just an author; he's the shadowy sorcerer transforming the gritty pulse of classic noir into urban fantasy that flames on the page, leaving you craving more.
October 3, 2025 at 2:31 PM
Buckle up, night owls and myth-chasers—because Douglas Lumsden isn't just an author; he's the shadowy sorcerer transforming the gritty pulse of classic noir into urban fantasy that flames on the page, leaving you craving more.
Let’s talk marketing and social media…what are your thoughts? What works and doesn’t work? What genres fair better? Does KU work for you?
September 28, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Let’s talk marketing and social media…what are your thoughts? What works and doesn’t work? What genres fair better? Does KU work for you?
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Starting a thread that I’ll be updating regularly with some of my favorite book covers from the last 25 years.
September 24, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Starting a thread that I’ll be updating regularly with some of my favorite book covers from the last 25 years.
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You all know that this “indefinite suspension” nonsense is all just marketing, right? Same way Colbert was removed but then is the Emmy winner? Like Disney saw an opportunity to “stand up.” It’s called manipulation —except you have to sing the syllables or it isn’t nearly as good
September 20, 2025 at 12:38 PM
You all know that this “indefinite suspension” nonsense is all just marketing, right? Same way Colbert was removed but then is the Emmy winner? Like Disney saw an opportunity to “stand up.” It’s called manipulation —except you have to sing the syllables or it isn’t nearly as good
Icymi: check out this lovely interview with Indie Fiction darling and pioneer, @ericbeetner.bsky.social
I'm thrilled to share that an amazing interview with the incredible @ericbeetner.bsky.social . Join me for a captivating 1-on-1 chat. Check out my Subst@ck for all the fascinating insights and my genuine excitement. Let’s dive into this together!
September 20, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Icymi: check out this lovely interview with Indie Fiction darling and pioneer, @ericbeetner.bsky.social
You all know that this “indefinite suspension” nonsense is all just marketing, right? Same way Colbert was removed but then is the Emmy winner? Like Disney saw an opportunity to “stand up.” It’s called manipulation —except you have to sing the syllables or it isn’t nearly as good
September 20, 2025 at 12:38 PM
You all know that this “indefinite suspension” nonsense is all just marketing, right? Same way Colbert was removed but then is the Emmy winner? Like Disney saw an opportunity to “stand up.” It’s called manipulation —except you have to sing the syllables or it isn’t nearly as good
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I'm thrilled to share that an amazing interview with the incredible @ericbeetner.bsky.social . Join me for a captivating 1-on-1 chat. Check out my Subst@ck for all the fascinating insights and my genuine excitement. Let’s dive into this together!
September 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
I'm thrilled to share that an amazing interview with the incredible @ericbeetner.bsky.social . Join me for a captivating 1-on-1 chat. Check out my Subst@ck for all the fascinating insights and my genuine excitement. Let’s dive into this together!
I'm thrilled to share that an amazing interview with the incredible @ericbeetner.bsky.social . Join me for a captivating 1-on-1 chat. Check out my Subst@ck for all the fascinating insights and my genuine excitement. Let’s dive into this together!
September 18, 2025 at 2:49 PM
I'm thrilled to share that an amazing interview with the incredible @ericbeetner.bsky.social . Join me for a captivating 1-on-1 chat. Check out my Subst@ck for all the fascinating insights and my genuine excitement. Let’s dive into this together!
Hey there, fellow writers! Good morning! I'm looking for a literary agent and would love your recommendations. Have you had a great experience with an agent you've submitted to or worked with?
August 13, 2025 at 11:56 AM
Hey there, fellow writers! Good morning! I'm looking for a literary agent and would love your recommendations. Have you had a great experience with an agent you've submitted to or worked with?
Icymi: Check out the St@ck for some great interviews. I still have many to work on and put out that I’ve already received (don’t think I’ve forgotten you!!). But I’m looking to the future, and if you are interested in participating, please reach out.
If you like learning about your favorite authors like Scott Blackburn, @hlessig.bsky.social , @cterlson.bsky.social , @meproctor.bsky.social ,J Todd Scott, @thomastrang.bsky.social, and others…go my Substack, under my name; find some great interviews with your favorites and maybe a great new find
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
August 9, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Icymi: Check out the St@ck for some great interviews. I still have many to work on and put out that I’ve already received (don’t think I’ve forgotten you!!). But I’m looking to the future, and if you are interested in participating, please reach out.
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Thanks to @markatley.bsky.social for this great Q&A. While you’re at it, check out his fiction and learn about the Tulsa underworld.
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
August 7, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Thanks to @markatley.bsky.social for this great Q&A. While you’re at it, check out his fiction and learn about the Tulsa underworld.
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A great series of author interviews that touches on different genres.
Insightful questions and some really fascinating answers.
Insightful questions and some really fascinating answers.
If you like learning about your favorite authors like Scott Blackburn, @hlessig.bsky.social , @cterlson.bsky.social , @meproctor.bsky.social ,J Todd Scott, @thomastrang.bsky.social, and others…go my Substack, under my name; find some great interviews with your favorites and maybe a great new find
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
August 7, 2025 at 7:31 PM
A great series of author interviews that touches on different genres.
Insightful questions and some really fascinating answers.
Insightful questions and some really fascinating answers.
Reposted by Mark_Atley
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
August 7, 2025 at 1:24 PM
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
If you like learning about your favorite authors like Scott Blackburn, @hlessig.bsky.social , @cterlson.bsky.social , @meproctor.bsky.social ,J Todd Scott, @thomastrang.bsky.social, and others…go my Substack, under my name; find some great interviews with your favorites and maybe a great new find
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
August 7, 2025 at 1:45 PM
If you like learning about your favorite authors like Scott Blackburn, @hlessig.bsky.social , @cterlson.bsky.social , @meproctor.bsky.social ,J Todd Scott, @thomastrang.bsky.social, and others…go my Substack, under my name; find some great interviews with your favorites and maybe a great new find
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SHADOW OF THE ETERNAL WATCHER available wherever you get your books. Pick up a copy today! #booksky #writingcommunity
February 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM
SHADOW OF THE ETERNAL WATCHER available wherever you get your books. Pick up a copy today! #booksky #writingcommunity
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
August 7, 2025 at 1:24 PM
A new interview on the St@ck with a kind writing friend, @hlessig.bsky.social We talk life, his book, and retirement… a guest appearance from Gus (his dog).
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social
“Fadeaway Joe is the kind of noir I love...”— @robwhart.bsky.social