I worked hard for the two Bram Stoker Awards you see here and display them proudly in my home. They are beautiful little statues and surprisingly heavy when you pick them up. The small brass doors even open up to reveal the award category and titles of my books.

But these trophies represent the past. I am now very much focused on the future. So what’s next? Here’s an exclusive: I’m hard at work on two books at the moment. The first is a horror/fantasy novel set amidst the world of the occult and demonlogy.

Along with this project, I have been working on a proposal for a collection of essays on the life and work of Ray Bradbury that delves much deeper into specific areas of his life and career that my other Bradbury books did not.

Finally, I am back on the speaking engagement trail, giving presentations on the great Ray Bradbury and also leading writing groups. If you are interested in having me visit your library or school, drop a message to custombuiltcommuincations@gmail.com.

Be cool. Be positive. Never forget—gratitude is an attitude.