Shadows & Ink Blog

For horror authors, building a community around your book is as crucial as crafting those spine-tingling scenes. It’s about connecting with readers who share your passion for the eerie and the macabre. Here’s a balanced, straightforward approach to gather a circle of...

Why We Love a Good Scare: Horror is much more than just entertainment; it's an electrifying journey that taps into our deepest fears. This genre, not suited for the faint-hearted, mesmerizes us with its power to stir deep emotions. Far from being merely a pursuit of...

Welcome to the world of storytelling, where every great tale begins with a single idea. As requested last week, here’s one for the beginners. For a beginner author, the journey from a fleeting thought to a captivating short story might seem daunting. But fear not! In...

Horror writing is an art form that delves into the deepest fears of the human psyche, transforming ordinary narratives into spine-chilling experiences. But what separates a mildly spooky story from one that lingers in the mind long after the last page is turned? As we...

Hello, fellow storytellers and aficionados of the eerie and the uncanny! Joe Mynhardt here from Crystal Lake. Today, I'm thrilled to share some exciting news with you. I'm currently penning a book on writing, specifically tailored for authors who dare to delve into...