Caress Of A Psychopath Sallos His Former Years

With his penchant for Depeche Mode songs and Goth clubs, an insatiable lust for curvaceous women, a vulnerable spot in his heart for a want to 'belong', a driving need to cure his unending boredom, and unbridled urges to make an occasional murder 'just because', Matthew Clarizio-- better known as 'Sallos' to his Gratista vampire cohorts, makes his debut with the story of how he came to be and the events that transpired afterwards...told in his own words; "Caress of a Psychopath" (a 'semi-autobiography'... of sorts).It's a nonstop party for Matthew once he joins the nighttime lifestyle. After his aspirations of working in the film industry appear hopeless when he attempts pornographic filmmaking--and fails misearbly--he finds Zeena, a mysterious waitress for a gentleman's show bar that introduces him to her group of 'The Others' a vampiric group of social misfits. Afterwards, it's a wild ride full of unbridled passions, unexpected violence, and arcane surprises even he almost can't keep up with.

Since 2004, highly acclaimed horror fiction author Nicholas Grabowsky has reviewed books given to him from authors and their agents and publishers large and small, paying particular attention to what the smaller presses have to offer. Never reviewing for payment or profit, he used these reviews as a dscipline towards maintaining a reading schedule and as writing excercises, to critique and advise and express honest opinion, and to get lots of free books. These reviews comprise the first three years as originally published at www.downwarden.com, complete with new essays exclusive to this book.

As if the world didn't have enough problems of its own, heaven and hell are gathering for the biggest battle of all---a 'forced' apocalypse started by none other than Morning Star himself. With an insane plan to prove that God isn't perfect, he enlists the help of a very jaded archangel, Michael, to help him with his scheme. Along for the ride are Apollyon, Lilith, and their legion of Destroyers--the children of the Watchers--and cataclysmic worldly events quickly unfurl as one lone city cop discovers he plays a pivotal role in how this 'apocalypse' will end. "In the Beginning is brutal and bloody. Ms. Santiago pulls no punches when it comes to language and violence...It comes at you full-tilt, filled with exhilaration and over-the-top imagination." --Nights and Weekends “Gothicly rich from Beginning to End, Cinsearae knows how to pull off an apocalypse.” --Book Cove Reviews "I REALLY enjoyed this book. The (human) characters were very realistic, and they interact with each other very well. My favorite human character was Dillon, a younger cop with such a bright personality. As for the angelic/demonic characters, I like how Lucifer and Apollyon played off each other. I found it interesting how Lucifer mentions that everyone blames 'him' for all the bad in the world---when humans should be blaming 'themselves' because of their free will. That's something that might make you think..." --Shaun Collins, thepurpleraven.blogspot.com

The first official publisher’s anthology featuring the exemplary talents of the authors of BLACK BED SHEET BOOKS! "Black Bed Sheet is not only a publisher of fantastically creative horror books but knows the meaning of heart and integrity....Grabowsky has taken BBS to heights that few could have imagined with his drive, determination and talent, along with the talent in his stable. If you haven't read anything from BBS, it's past time you did but it's never too late!" --- Gene Tipton, A SHOT IN THE DARK COMICS "I had this idea for an anthology. A crazy, outside the box thought that I hoped would at least ignite some interest. Well, it not only ignited, the damn thing drenched the entire office at Black Bed Sheet Books and its publisher Nicholas Grabowsky in a orange and red hue of excitement. This has now become a solid joint effort spanning the many talented authors of Black Bed Sheet Books, highlighting the core value of writing: character depth. When Nick gave me the green light, I began to construct this list of talented writers. Some are veterans of the writing landscape [such as myself], others are brand new and cutting their jagged incisors deep into the skin of the publishing world. My only requirement for the authors became the simple task of all, write a story that has deep characters and emotion. A story evolves only so far as the characters propel it. I wanted the characters stripped down to their skeletons. Heroes, villains, somewhere in the middle? Bring them through the emotional grinder, chew them up, spit them out, where will it take the reader? Or, what about a few stories with different spins on such figures as Dracula, Adolph Hitler, the Devil, and Snow White. A few of these stories are dark in nature, or splashed with a form of comic ingenuity. Others are entrenched in history with a different spin that left me squirming in my seat. These authors are bright, fresh, talented, comedic, compassionate, and downright scary when they want to be. So sit back, turn off the lights, and read the book. Or die. I wouldn’t want that to happen to you, but then again once you step inside our world, anything can happen. Close your eyes. Take a breath. The sounds you hear are real. There is no turning back. Keep reading. Or die." --from Introduction by Jason Gehlert --Featuring the talents of— Fred Wiehe - Cinsearae Santiago - Brandon Ford Jessica Lynne Gardner - Lincoln Crisler - Jason Gehlert - William Cook - Reyna Young - Tom Sawyer - K.K. - Rey Otis - Shannon Lee - B.L. Morgan - Tammy Gehlert - S.C. Hayden - Franchisca Weatherman - Jake Istre Patrick James Ryan - Horns - Jason M. Tucker Amity Green – Adam Aresty – Jennifer Caress And Nicholas Grabowsky Edited by Jason Gehlert

Her best friend is a werewolf. Her boyfriend is a ghoul. And she really, REALLY can't stand her vampire husband. Audra Perez is hard up for cash and looking for a quick fix to her financial woes. After all, a girl needs a roof over her head, not to mention tuition for school. When she auditions to be a stripper and is chosen, things seem fine and dandy until a mysterious-looking gentleman starts to frequent the club. When they start exchanging friendly banter and get to know each other more, they begin dating against club rules. One hot night at his beach house changes her life forever. Things take a turn for the worse when Audra wakes up to find herself a vampire, her lover gone without a trace, and her 'new' life a horrid, laughable mess, as she handles everything with snarky, dry wit and dark humor. Dealing with jackassy clients is just the start of her gripes. And if you think vampires and werewolves can't be the best of friends, think again. Did I also mention she's dating a ghoul now? Don't call him a zombie though, that only pisses him off. And the relationship issues? Well, it's not easy dealing with a boyfriend AND a vampire husband, so let's not even go there... A Raunchy Dark Comedy That Knows No Bounds. TOP TEN FINISHER AT THE 2012 P&E READERS POLLS WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING.... "Take the bold sexiness of 50 Shades of Grey, add the supernatural action-packed twists of an episode of True Blood, and if you add a heavy dose of sass, playfulness, and humor you'll have an idea of what you can expect from Diary of a Vampire Stripper." Gothic Beauty Magazine (issue 41) "This is not just another vampire book." (4 stars) Reader's Favorite "DIARY OF A VAMPIRE STRIPPER is funny in the same ways that the movies BUFFY THE VAMPIRE SLAYER, MY BEST FRIEND IS A VAMPIRE, and I KISSED A VAMPIRE are funny: they're campy, but they're campy with heart...It's everything you hope it will be: funny, romantic, snarky, and a great read!" Fresh Fiction This is a rocking, fast paced, uproarious story that will leave audiences laughing hysterically and still totally heart warmed. For anyone who loves vampires and weres, and some seriously complex issues, this is the novel for you. (4 stars) Night Owl Romance The originality of this is just brilliant and it sucked me in right from the start. (5 stars) Book Devotee Reviews Diary of a Vampire Stripper is so different and original and just plain fun to read....If you are a fan of paranormal romances with a touch of mystery and a lot of fun, then I recommend Diary of a Vampire Stripper! (4 stars) Novelly Nice "Cinsearae S. will consume you in this first person novel based on the complexity of prejudice, love, loyalty and betrayal in a darker world. "Diary of a Vampire Stripper" will challenge your imagination and welcome you to move along with Audra and embrace her every thought and emotion. Throughout the book I was deeply amused by the characters personalities. Each one's traits and habits only complimented the main character; who without a doubt managed to keep me on edge til the very last page. I would suggest this to not only friends but anyone thirsting for an adventure not thought of before now! Scarlet Skies Certainty

The secrets behind these EVIL HOUSES make paranormal child's play. EVIL HOUSES is an original collection of haunted house thrillers that's a must-read for fans of ghost stories and tales of gripping terror. In The House From Hell, Mike, Trista, Greg and Tiffany conduct a paranormal investigation in a house where, twenty-eight years earlier, the father drowned his wife and son and bludgeoned his daughter to death before hanging himself. The investigation leads into the bowels of a preserved, abandoned realm where every clue exposes violent evil and each revelation deepens the terrifying, apocalyptic reality the team has exposed themselves to. In The Straw House, Steven and Brenda are living a normal life in the 1980's. Steven acquires building contracts and Brenda tends the home preparing for their life together. However, neither knows the ancient evil that stalks Steven's soul until Steven's memory is reawakened to his old sins and their consequences on Halloween night. In the darkness Brenda is seduced by witchcraft and Steven comes face to face with an inferno of evil more sinister than any closeted childhood fear. In Grave Incidents, David, a psychologist and dream analysis specialist, attempts to assist Rebecca (a woman suffering from horrific nightmares and a peculiar phobia) in resolving her inner turmoil. As the sessions reach deeper into Rebecca's soul, David soon discovers his own haunted past. This triggers a dangerous downward spiral for them both. Soon their highly charged emotions and own histories are revealed through supernatural visions, bloody secrets and a dark truth that can only be unraveled through a violent confrontation in a secluded house in deep wilderness. "A bone-chilling read!" says Joe Flynn, horror host of San Jose's popular "The Joe Flynn Show."