Spectral Ink

Horror and Sci-fi stories

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Winner of Audiobook Reviewer Choice Award, Audiobook Reviewer #Audiobook of the Year, IndieBRAG Honoree, and runner-up for the LA Book Festival.

#horror #eBook #scary #paranormal #Awardwinning

Available at #Amazon, #Barnesandnoble, #Audible, and https://t.co/6IXl3T7IDk!

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🏥 Something in the hospital is feeding on pain.

The doctors can't see it. The nurses can't stop it. And Bobby can't run.

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🎪 Are conventions getting stale? Same vendors, same products!

PLUS: 👻🚀 GHOST STATION, a sci-fi horror graphic novel!

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#IndieComics #GhostStation

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Commuting for events like the Miami Book Fair adds significant expense. For such events to be worthwhile, the success must outweigh these additional costs. #EventTips #CostBenefit

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From a chance application to a staple at Monsterpalooza, this convention is now a regular event. Ever tried a new convention? #Monsterpalooza #Conventions

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The 'merging of souls' and schizophrenic themes in this story could have been more impactful. While present, more exploration of the conflicting personalities would have enhanced the narrative. #Storytelling #WritingTips

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Prepare for major celebrity appearances at Creep I.E. events! Past guests include Bruce Campbell and Billy Dee Williams. This fall, Robert Englund and Christopher Lloyd are joining the lineup. These aren't just niche horror stars – they're huge names! #CreepIE #HorrorConvention

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Conventions still relevant for selling books? We dive into this and more on this week's Indie Author Showcase, the podcast for indie authors. Join host Chad Robert Morgan! #IndieAuthor #BookMarketing

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Is the economy impacting your book sales? Have you adapted your sales approach or found creative ways to compensate for market challenges? #BookSales #Economy

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Attended the first Sinister Book Fair! It was a one-day event in a modest building, and for what it was, it felt successful. #BookFair #LAEvents

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Keeping book prices accessible, even paperbacks at $12 and young adult novels at $10. Hardcovers still offer great ROI. Price points are crucial when disposable income is tight. #AuthorTips #BookPricing

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The success of book sales at conventions hinges on celebrity guests. Without a strong celebrity lineup, crowds dwindle, impacting vendor opportunities. It's all about drawing people in with stars to get them to the vendors. #ConventionTips #BookSales #MarketingStrategy

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Disneyland attendance drops when extreme heat keeps people indoors. Even with a good celebrity lineup, low crowds mean fewer opportunities for vendors selling their books. #ThemeParks #BusinessTips

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The celebrity list was strong, but lacked that one 'must-see' performer. While that hurt, it wasn't the sole reason for failure. #Entertainment #Marketing

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A friend offered an unused booth at San Diego Comic-Con. I took it for the entire event and absolutely loved the experience. Sometimes, opportunity just shows up! #ComicCon #Conventions #Opportunity

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Last year's Son of Monsterpalooza was a win! A table setup meant a lower break-even point, and being in the main hall brought in tons of traffic. Hoping for a repeat this year! #Monsterpalooza #Convention

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In a bad economy, books are seen as luxuries. With rising production costs, selling them becomes a tough sell when people prioritize essentials like gas and food. #Publishing #Economy

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Attending Monsterpalooza for 5 years, it was my first horror convention experience. #Monsterpalooza #HorrorConventions

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Tim Curry's appearance at Son of Monsterpalooza last year may have been his last public outing. A truly huge moment for fans. #TimCurry #Celebrity

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Dream sequences in books often rob stories of stakes by revealing it was 'just a dream.' This book shows how to use them properly, adding depth without diminishing reality. #WritingTips #Storytelling

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Concerns arise if low profits at Son of Monsterpalooza this year stemmed from a decline in crowd draw. Vendors, including book sellers, experienced lower sales than in previous years. #ConventionBusiness #EventAnalysis #VendorSales