Hi everyone,
It’s hard to believe that summer went by so fast. I hope you
had fun! Now we’re entering my favorite season – Autumn. And Halloween is just
around the corner! In this issue of the Quill, I’m highlighting my horror
novellas and paranormal romances, sharing news about my new sci-fi anthology,
talking about my guest blogs, and more…
New Release!
I’m pleased to announce the release of my new science
fiction anthology, Extraterrestrial Encounters!
Extraterrestrial Encounters: A Collection of Sci-Fi Stories
Are you ready to step into the unknown?
In these 18 sci-fi stories, you’ll encounter aliens of all
shapes and sizes, curious (and sometimes unlucky) space explorers, and ordinary
Earthlings having otherworldly experiences.
Some of the out-of-this-world tales in this short fiction
anthology include:
“The Hoax” - A reporter learns that a creature from another
planet is a dangerous thing to fool with
“It Grows on You” - A strange kind of mold has invaded an
office, and it’s the perfect tool for revenge
“What Lurks Below” -
Everyone knows there’s no life on Mars, but nobody thought about what might be
lurking under the surface…
“The Con” - An alien becomes an unlikely ally to a
down-on-his-luck petty crook
“Space Cowboy” - When a second-rate rodeo star is abducted
by aliens, he makes the most of the situation
“They Just Keep
Eating” - A Nebraska farmer encounters a menace from space… and it’s hungry
This collection of speculative fiction will stimulate your
imagination, unnerve you just a little, and make you wonder… “What if we’re not
alone?”
Order it here:
Horror - It’s not just for Halloween!
Halloween is just around the corner, so why not start
getting scared now? Check out my horror novellas…
NIGHTMARE IN THE NORTH
Stranded during a violent blizzard, Mark hikes to the only
house nearby. George, a well-mannered University professor, welcomes Mark and
gives him shelter from the storm.
By morning, Mark suspects that everything isn’t what it
seems. George’s adult daughter, Kate, who also lives in the house, shares a
disturbing and unsettling tale. When questioned, George insists that Kate has a
psychological issue and can’t be trusted to tell the truth.
Mark quickly finds himself caught in a game of cat and
mouse. Who should he believe? Is Kate’s desperate plea for help sincere? Should
he be suspicious of George? Or are both of them plotting something together?
Isolated from everyone, Mark is forced to wait out the
storm—and find a way to escape—if he hopes to make it out alive.
Order it here:
DEAD ‘TIL DAWN
Disturbing the dead doesn’t prove you’re brave – it proves
you’re stupid.
After touring Gettysburg battlefield, Jessica, Tim, and
Steve decide to sneak out to the Devil’s Den for some late-night fun. Jessica’s
friend Kathy objects, and warns them about trespassing where they’re not
wanted.
Undaunted by ghost stories and fueled by his own arrogance,
Tim races toward the Devil’s Den. When the group drives through mysterious
battlefield fog, they find themselves surrounded by Civil War soldiers looking
for a little fun of their own.
Kathy leaves the others to fend for themselves and flees to
Little Round Top. Although she’s rescued by a kindhearted Union solider named
Charlie, she refuses to believe that what she’s experiencing is real. As the
nighttime battle rages on, Charlie introduces Kathy to other weary soldiers,
and she quickly realizes she’s trapped in the land of the dead until dawn.
Order it here:
KROPSY'S CURSE
Late one Halloween night, two young boys venture into a
secluded graveyard in the hopes of conjuring up a spirit. Although Kyle is
skeptical and would rather be home eating candy and watching horror movies, he
reluctantly goes along with Jerry’s plan. He doesn’t believe Ouija boards
work—until this one starts spelling out a message…
This Halloween-themed 1500-word short story is a cautionary
tale about playing with a Ouija board in a graveyard.
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Want more? My short horror fiction has appeared in dozens of
anthologies. Visit my Amazon Author Page www.amazon.com/author/kelliwilkins for
a full list!
When Love Meets Monsters… Paranormal Romances!
Not all “monsters” are scary, in fact, some are sexy! If you
love unusual love stories, check out my paranormal romances:
BEAUTY & THE BIGFOOT
Can true love exist between the species?
Tara’s world is anything but normal. Her father is known as
the resident crackpot – just because he’s on a personal mission to catch a
Sasquatch. Despite all of the “Bigfoot evidence” cluttering their house, Tara
never really believed in Bigfoot – until the day her father brought him home.
She affectionately names her father’s prized catch ‘Joe’ and
discovers there’s something oddly familiar – and erotic – about him. With a
media circus descending on her father’s ranch and a showdown brewing with the
local sheriff, Tara risks her life to save Joe.
When Tara finally succumbs to her animalistic urges, she
learns that Joe is not exactly who – or what – he seems. Joe is more than a
Sasquatch – he’s her soul mate!
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CONFESSIONS OF A VAMPIRE’S LOVER
The moment Brian spotted Anya sitting on the moonlit beach,
he was hooked. Beautiful, smart, and sexy, Anya was the girl of his dreams. She
didn’t mind that he spent the hot summer days riding the ocean waves, because
once the sun set, he belonged to her—all night long!
Everything is perfect between them—until Brian discovers
Anya’s shocking secret. Can Brian give up the sun, sand, and surf to be with
the woman he loves?
Read Brian’s first-hand account of their unusual love story
in… Confessions of a Vampire’s Lover.
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KILLER IN WOLF’S CLOTHING
A super aggressive Alpha male, a serial killer, and a visit
to a kinky sex club… What has Larry gotten himself into?
When Larry learns that his boyfriend Greg changes into
another man during the full moon, he has a hard time accepting it—until he
meets Deke, Greg’s alternate Alpha personality.
Deke doesn’t play nice and has no time for games. He only
wants two things—to get laid and to get revenge against the arsonist who
murdered his friends. Finally free from Greg’s restraints, Deke is ready for
action, and Larry is more than willing to submit to Deke’s needs.
Together, Larry and Deke set out to find the killer. Their
hunt takes them to an all-night Alpha sex club where things heat up for the two
of them. But when Larry unwittingly falls into the clutches of the murderer,
it’s up to Deke—and Greg—to save him before it’s too late.
This romance is a fun look at the werewolf legend and blends
mystery, danger, humor, and sizzling love scenes.
Order it here:
THE VIKING’S WITCH
About to be burned at the stake by her fellow villagers,
Odaria does what any betrayed witch facing certain death would do. She calls
down a curse. Within seconds, rampaging Norsemen raid the village, capturing
everyone except her.
But her reprieve is short-lived, and Odaria lands in the
clutches of the Norse leader Rothgar. Can she remain true to herself and fight
her growing attraction to this domineering man, or will she fall under his
influence and be used for his ambitions?
After Rothgar witnesses Odaria’s powers firsthand, he
strikes a bargain with her. The raven-haired beauty will use her magical
abilities to help him with his quest in exchange for safe passage off the isle.
But can this cunning woman be trusted, or is she using him to exact vengeance
on her village?
Together they must fight bloodthirsty villagers, battle a
mutinous band of Norsemen, find a missing Norse ship, and learn to trust each
other…before time runs out.
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Share Your Thoughts!
As we head into another new year, (and a new decade –
yikes!) I’ll be changing up the Quill newsletter. I’d like to hear from you.
What would you like to see included in this newsletter? Writing tips? Writing
exercises? Interview excerpts? Book excerpts? Contact me via the form on my
site: www.KelliWilkins.com and let me know your thoughts!
Guest Blogs
I've been guest blogging and doing lots of interviews.
Check them out here:
Extraterrestrial Encounters spotlight:
Read a fun character interview with Ashton Bailey, the hero
from Dangerous Indenture.
Want more? Follow me on social media to catch up on all of
my blogs, guest posts, and interviews.
Coming Soon…
In November/December, I’ll be releasing a non-fiction guide to
romance. It features 100 fun and easy ways you can express your love to that
special someone in your life. (It makes a great holiday gift AND it’ll keep you
busy in 2020!)
I’m also revising a new contemporary paranormal romance, working
on the January re-release of Lies, Love & Redemption, and drafting new
horror stories.
I hope you enjoyed this Autumn edition of the Quill.
Stay
tuned to my site, blog and social media for upcoming release news and other fun
posts. I welcome questions and comments from readers and other authors, so feel
free to write me via the contact form on my site.
Happy Haunting!
Kelli
