Hungur Magazine #9, November 2009… (Now Available!)

Posted on November 3, 2009

Vampires get your fangs ready! I’ve got a story in the latest issue of Hungur Magazine, No. #9. Fall 2009. Edited by Terrie Leigh Relf, and published by Sam’s Dot. If you think the Obama Administration or any administration is safe from a vampire threat, think again! It’s an issue you won’t want to miss. Because this issue… The Vampires are running the show.

HUNGUR MAGAZINE

Late Fall 2009 – Issue #9

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES:

http://www.samsdotpublishing.com/HungurGL.htm

ORDER DIRECT FROM SAM’S DOT & THE GENRE MALL:

http://www.genremall.com/zinesr.htm#hungur

Bloodletting works by: Tyree Campbell, Lawrence Dagstine, Scot Coon, William Marden, Lawrence Barker, Dev Jarrett, John H. Stevens, Donald Jacob Uitvlugt, Jared W. Vickery, J. Jay Waller, Lawrence Buentello, Allan Wise, Marge Simon, Brian Rosenberger, G.O. Clark, Debby Feo, Terrie Leigh Relf, Tom Galusha, Justin Bohardt, and illustrations also by Marge Simon.

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Tales of the Talisman, Fall 2010… (4th acceptance)

Posted on September 18, 2009

Not to be confused with the upcoming Fall 2009 issue, which should be out around Halloween to early November. That’s Issue #5.2. I’ve learned I’ll be making my 4th appearance next year in Issue #6.2 — Autumn 2010. A long way off, but stay tuned to this spot. Tales of the Talisman. Edited by David Lee Summers, the magazine has been around for a number of years, features ten to twelve authors per issue, and is published quarterly. Annual subscriptions also available.

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www.talesofthetalisman.com

Previous Issues which may still be available.

Featuring stories by Lawrence R. Dagstine

Tales of the Talisman, Issue #3.1 (2007)

Tales of the Talisman, Issue #4.1 (2008)

And click the link below to see what’s due in 2009:

https://lawrencedagstine.com/2009/08/10/tales-of-the-talisman-late-fall-2009-coming-soon/

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Fresh Blood Reviews 1: “Nick Cato reviews the Book…”

Posted on May 16, 2009

I’m pretty new at this, and since I’ll be soliciting a few more reviews over the course of the year, I decided to number them accordingly. I also felt that would be easier. For example, Fresh Blood Reviews 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, etc. Today we have Nick Cato, reviewer, long-time horror fan and reader, and author of the soon-to-be released zombie-mafia crossover DON OF THE DEAD (www.coscomentertainment.com).

Nick Cato REVIEWS Dagstine’s Fresh Blood…

ISBN: 978-0-981-9696-2-6

FRESH BLOOD REVIEW (click below):

http://nickcato.blogspot.com/2009/05/scifi-and-horror-meet-drugs.html

ORDER THE BOOK (from The Genre Mall):

http://www.genremall.com/anthologiesr.htm#freshblood

Fresh Blood in a nutshell: “SciFi and Horror meet… DRUGS!”

Dagstine’s writing is quick and to the point, and the stories flow quite well despite the genre jumping. A solid, entertaining collection – Nick Cato, author DON OF THE DEAD.

Author’s Note: Fresh Blood is published by Sam’s Dot Publishing. This review will also premiere in June’s HORROR FICTION REVIEW.

Whispers of Wickedness: “Saying Goodbye…”

Posted on April 1, 2009

For over three years, Whispers of Wickedness was that special place for writer and reader alike. A relaxed atmosphere. A place you could call home. At least for me. Filled with bands of movie lovers, Doctor Who and Blake’s 7 fans, readers of fine literature, and most of all good storytellers and poets. Nice people. Whispers was a messageboard, print magazine, and book review venue among giants… No matter how small they may have looked from the outside, their hearts were a whole lot bigger on the inside. All it took was thirty or so people that visited frequently to make it such a wonderful place to be.

Below you will find one of the issues I appeared in some years back. One of its editors went on to receive a very well-deserved British Fantasy Award, the place was a megatropolis for a long time for aspiring writers looking to break into small paying markets, and there were laughs aplenty. The final issue of the magazine is available soon. It might be Issue #16, it might be No. 17. Not sure. But the drawbridge is raised. That I do know. The mugs are almost empty, and it’s time to find a new pub to meet up.

Whispers of Wickedness #14

There will always be memories, I’m sure. To my knowledge, their review section has been archived. The regular authors will move on to some other forums… Perhaps TTA Press, perhaps Witchfinder Press (who knows). Wherever the interaction is, I suppose. And wherever the coffee is nice and hot. Thank you my friends. They were a great three years indeed. At least for this small chap.

Soon to disappear into the… ether.

Whispers of Wickedness

Signing off May 4th 2009.

www.ookami.co.uk

Cheers. And good luck to every one of you.

Lawrence R. Dagstine

Black Ink Horror #5, Sideshow Press… (Reminder Post!)

Posted on March 14, 2009

This is just a reminder to say that, if you didn’t pick up Black Ink Horror #5, well, you should. I received my copies and I must admit, I am very impressed with the quality of the product Sideshow Press puts out and will be going back in the near future. Only 110 exist. You’ll want this ink… Hurry before it sells out. Once again, very impressed with the end product.

LIMITED EDITION – VERY FEW IN NUMBER

With artwork by Tom Moran and Others…

BLACK INK HORROR #5

Black Ink Horror #5

LIMITED EDITION – ORDER NOW

BOUND TO BE A COLLECTIBLE!

ORDER HERE: www.blackinkhorror.com

17 Short Stories and lots of poetry. Hard-spined, and the artwork is dynamite!

Lawrence Dagstine: “Dagstine does Egypt…”

Posted on February 12, 2009

Ancient Egypt that is! Minus the Scifi novella, a look into one of five upcoming projects between 2009 and 2010 that should wet any reader’s appetite. This should give my fans and peers a look into what I do for inspiration and, at times, research. From the ashes of a New Yorker’s mind, a non-fiction and fiction tale is born. Think of an article or story like a work of architecture — Like any building, it needs a foundation drafted, then crafted, in order to stand. A good story can also be like a work of art. Colorful and priceless, depending on the artist. With any dedicated and enthusiastic study, life experience also plays a major role in creation.

Lawrence Dagstine does Egypt

Whether it’s freelancing pre-dynasty non-fiction or fantasy, alternate history or occultist horror, Dagstine will do it! That’s for sure. The hints to one of my next tales sits on this screen — well, rather yours — in front of you. Will it have lots of mummies and real mystery? Will it involve Cleopatra? Will it showcase ancient gods and pyramids in an adventure the likes you’ve never read? I guess you’ll have to wait and see…

Lawrence Dagstine does Egypt

By the way, there’s tiny scarabs and children’s remains — mummified, I might add — in that tomb behind me (just kidding). Coffins such as these were used by pharoahs or kings for royal pets, such as cats. Lots of times they were mummified and buried with their owners. Personal belongings were included for their long journey into the next world.

Sound juicy so far? Well, you better stay tuned then…

Lawrence Dagstine

Black Ink Horror #5, Sideshow Press… (Pre-Order Now!)

Posted on February 1, 2009

You can now pre-order one of the finest hand-illustrated horror mags available in the Small Press. Only 110 copies will be printed up, and with stunning ink-to-paper art by some of today’s leading artists in the field (such as Tom Moran), who wouldn’t want to own a copy? This is a limited edition horror digest with fantastic original art!

LIMITED EDITION – VERY FEW IN NUMBER

With artwork by Tom Moran and Others…

BLACK INK HORROR #5

Black Ink Horror #5

ORDER BELOW:

http://www.sideshowpresspublications.com/Black_Ink_Horror.html

Fiction and poetry by: Douglas E. Wright, Paul Anderson, Greg Schwartz, MontiLee Stormer, Sam W. Anderson, Lawrence Dagstine, Mark Tullius, Sean Logan, Mike L. Lane, Russell Jackson, David E. Greske, Kris Williams, Jason Hauser, Matthew Bey, James Futch, C.C. Parker, Patrick Rabe, Mo Irvine, Scott Virtes, Kristine Ong Muslim, and Aurelio Rico Lopez III. 17 short stories and 4 poems in all.

LIMITED EDITION – ORDER NOW

BOUND TO BE A COLLECTIBLE!

ORDER HERE: www.blackinkhorror.com

Black Ink Horror

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The Random Eye, An Ezine Dedicated to Alternatives…

Posted on November 22, 2008

I’ll have a story appearing soon in a new and interesting ezine called THE RANDOM EYE. Published Annually, they seem to accept work which is dark and speculative, but borders on the alternative, parallel (like universes), and the overall bizarre. More than just “weird fiction”. Be sure to check them out.

THE RANDOM EYE

An E-Anthology Dedicated to Alternatives

http://therandomeye.says.it

From their homepage: The Random Eye is a yearly anthology of horror and speculative fiction that focuses on the possibilities of parallel universes. Have you ever wondered what would happen if Rob Zombie became president, or if the Titanic was used for space travel, or if television was invented for communicating with the dead rather than entertainment? The Random Eye takes a simple theme for each anthology and encourages authors to imagine an existence far removed from our own, where a myriad alternate universes reside and where these strange possibilities exist.

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The Willows Magazine, Autumn 2008… (Reminder Post!)

Posted on November 9, 2008

Just a follow-up/reminder post that THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE Fall Issue (September-October) is now on sale. Featuring Lovecraftian-styled tales of terror, Neo and Post-Victorian stories, enchanting tales of dark fantasy, steampunk culture, and other weird fiction delights. Get your copy TODAY!

THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE

September-October 2008

The Willows Magazine, September/October 2008

www.thewillowsmagazine.com

Featuring Fiction by: Sarah Monette, G.D. Falksen, Lawrence Dagstine, Eric S. Brown, Robey Jenkins, and Michelle Pribbernow. With non-fiction & reviews by Reyna Sparby and Skadi meic Beorh. Edited by Ben Thomas.

PAST ENTRY: https://lawrencedagstine.com/2008/10/22/the-willows-magazine-october-2008-now-available/

Also available, and with much more merchandise coming soon, from The Willows…Sundries! Own your favorite Steampunk/Victorian-styled items. Wear and support your favorite authors: http://www.zazzle.com/wrathofposeidon

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The Willows Magazine, October 2008… (Now Available!)

Posted on October 22, 2008

I’m pleased to announce that the October 2008 Issue of THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE is now available. A very delightful Halloween print edition indeed, filled with a plethora of steampunk and Neo/Post-Victorian period works of horror and other macabre tales. Published bimonthly, this is my fourth run as Feature Author with the magazine, and the fiction just gets hotter with each new issue. They’ve been mentioned in The New York Times and the San Francisco Chronicle, so why not join the steampunk movement and read… “The Willows”…!

THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE:

September-October 2008

The Willows Magazine, September/October 2008

www.thewillowsmagazine.com

Previous Issues featuring Lawrence Dagstine:

(Some may already be sold out; some still available)

: The Willows Magazine, May/June 2008

: The Willows Magazine, March 2008

SUBSCRIBE NOW: http://thewillows.myshopify.com/

Only $5.00 per fiction-filled issue; $25.00 annually for SIX ISSUES!

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The Willows Magazine, June 2008… (Now Available!)

Posted on June 16, 2008

It’s finally here! The spectacular One-Year Anniversary issue of one of dark fiction’s most popular magazines: THE WILLOWS! And, once again, I am FEATURE AUTHOR. Only this time I surprise the reader with a title picked out by Frances Rowat, as part of a special subscriber contest. Set sail with me and editor Ben Thomas, and a plethora of other talent with tales of their own, as I take you on a monstrous World War Two voyage reminiscent of Ancient Greek Myth and Lovecraft’s DAGON!

THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE

May/June 2008 – One-Year Anniversary

TheWillowsMagazineMay08-1.jpg picture by DoctorLarry_photo

ORDER HERE/SUBMISSIONS:

www.thewillowsmagazine.com

Read my story, thanks to Frances Rowat: “The Spires of Shadow and Water”

Featuring Work by: Lawrence R. Dagstine, Andi Newton, Steven Shrewsbury & Peter Welmerink, Skadi meic Beorh, G.D. Falksen, and many more!

TheWillowsNYTimesWebAD.jpg picture by DoctorLarry_photo

Through the work of rising authors like G. D. Falksen, Lawrence Dagstine, and Paul Marlowe, we are also pioneering the genre of “steampunk horror,” in which elements of the golden age weird tale or Gothic romance are combined with an elegant 19th-Century proto-science-fiction aesthetic, such as that embodied by Wells, Verne, and the earliest pulp writers.

Previous Issues featuring LAWRENCE DAGSTINE:

TheWillowsMagazineMar08_2-1.jpg picture by DoctorLarry_photo

Here’s the links again:

www.thewillowsmagazine.com

www.myspace.com/the_willows_magazine

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The Willows Magazine, May 2008… (Coming Soon!)

Posted on May 9, 2008

Are you a fan of Steampunk Horror or steampunk-related clothing and culture? Do you enjoy pulp SF or adventure stories? How about supernatural tales with a Turn-of-the-Century, Lovecraftian feel? Then check out THE WILLOWS! I’ll be Feature Author in their May 2008 Anniversary Issue. With stories by Lawrence Dagstine, G.D. Falksen, Steven Shrewsbury, Andi Newton, and MORE! Edited by Ben Thomas and Skadi meic Beorh.

THE WILLOWS gets mentioned in THE NEW YORK TIMES:

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/08/fashion/08PUNK.html?_r=2&oref=slogin&oref=slogin

And congratulations to Frances Rowat for winning the story title contest!

Coming Late May-Early June 2008

THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE ANNIVERSARY ISSUE

PRE-ORDER or SUBMIT HERE: www.thewillowsmagazine.com

Previous Issues STILL Available:

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The Willows Magazine, March 2008… (appearances)

Posted on April 5, 2008

A little late at the presses, but it’s finally here. The Willows Magazine, March 2008 issue. My Feature Author Issue! And I’m not the only surprise. You’ll find pre-World War Two/Victorian Horror and Dark Fantasy stories by names such as: G.D. Falksen, Paul Marlowe, Matthew Stiles, Orrin Grey, Skadi meic Beorh, and Lawrence Dagstine… Oh, and plenty more literary all stars and splendors await you, as we revolutionize today’s weird fiction.

The Willows Magazine, edited by Ben Thomas, is now published bimonthly. It’s one of the freshest and fastest growing publications to hit the Lovecraftian world since… well, since Weird Tales itself!

THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE; March 2008

Feature Author: Lawrence R. Dagstine

www.thewillowsmagazine.com

Subscribe or buy your copy today!

Also, other issues available:

From The Willows Magazine homepage:

We love work set in Victorian times, in the European countryside, in a twisted fairyland, in the underbelly of an enchanted city, aboard a triphibian ambulator, or in the ruins of an undiscovered civilization.

If your favorite authors are those who initiated and maintained the unique movements of weird fiction and proto-SF, and those who continue these traditions today, The Willows is the place to read tales you will enjoy, and to submit your own work! We warmly welcome new writers, but we also print pieces from established authors.

www.thewillowsmagazine.com

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The Willows Magazine, March 2008… (acceptance)

Posted on March 2, 2008

First, I’m pleased to announce that March 2008 into April 2008 will be Feature Author month for me, and not just from The Willows Magazine, but a couple of other publications over the stretch of a month-and-a-half, too. It’s also the month of my birthday, and when I’m sure to hit the big 300 (no, not age, folks — publications; a goal I set out to do almost twelve years ago). But those will be plugs and blog entries in itself.

THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE

www.thewillowsmagazine.com

Meanwhile, acceptance no. 298 comes as one of the headlining authors to The Willows Magazine for their March 2008 Issue, which might be a little late at the printers, but is due in the next week or two. I’ll put up another blog when the actual issue is released. In the meantime, be sure to check out two of their previous issues. They’re only $5.00 per copy, and filled with exciting pre-World War 2 weird tales and Victorian horror stories. I can be found, once again, as Feature Author in their November 2007 issue.

That Link Again: www.thewillowsmagazine.com

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The Willows Magazine Contest… (announcement!)

Posted on February 2, 2008

Are you a subscriber to this magazine? Well, for heaven’s sake, you should be! This entry will be a small plug for one of the fastest growing, hottest selling publications centered around Victorian horror and pre-World War 2 weird tales — THE WILLOWS MAGAZINE. Published bimonthly by Ben Thomas (see author links), the magazine offers up a wide array of stories with a Lovecraftian feel.

I’ll also be part of a special “Feature Author” contest for the magazine, so stay tuned for more information. In the meantime, be sure to visit their homepage.

The Willows Magazine; January 2008

(upcoming contest author Lawrence Dagstine)