Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 01/10/2026I have a story up on Snapshots of Noir today. I'd love some feedback! 011
Reposted by Carlotta DaleLM “Gory” Fontanes 👻 @lorifontanes.bsky.social · 26/08/2026A magical tree in L.A.? I’ve known a few 👻 Enjoy this magical #FlashFiction from @carlottadale.bsky.social in @trashcatlit.bsky.social for latest edition of @smokelong.bsky.social #archivechallenge 💙👏🎉 trashcatlit.com/the-tree-of-...trashcatlit.comThe Tree of Endless NightCarlotta Dale I’m not a character in a fairy tale. I don’t live in an enchanted forest or in a gingerbread cottage in the middle of a deep, dark wood. I live in a suburb of Los Angeles. Granted, it… 3135
Reposted by Carlotta DaleKeith Roysdon @keithroysdon.bsky.social · 25/08/2026I love cats. I love LA. I love old theaters. @carlottadale.bsky.social wrote this moody piece with me in mind, right? This is seriously sweet and somber. pistoljimpress.substack.com/p/the-caseme...pistoljimpress.substack.comThe Casement Window; or, How I Met My Cat by Carlotta Dalefrom Doors, Gates, & Portals: a Pistol Jim Press series 131
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 23/08/2026Please read my cat story! Includes free raving about The Sound of Music. 054
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 18/08/2026Wonderful new novel! It even has Cass Raines in it! Man, I've missed her. BUUY THIS BOOK! 120
Reposted by Carlotta DaleJim Thomsen @jimthomsen.bsky.social · 08/08/2026My latest ‘Shtack.open.substack.comOK, So What IS a "Thriller"? About That New York Times List of Top 50 Thriller NovelsWhat IS a thriller, anyway? You won't find a coherent through-line in these selections beyond that of individual taste. 062
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 08/08/2026Shameless Self-Promotion Saturday! "Not your typical noir—this one's for readers who enjoy mystery with meaning, and strong, voice-driven prose that will linger well beyond the last page." Not many sales lately. Not that I'm begging or anything, but... Available at the Zon. 000
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 29/07/2026“Things came to a head when they brought in another busload of hookers. The sergeant said that if we eliminated the girls, prostitution would cease. As if the whores showed up at the poor curb crawler’s front door wearing nothing but pasties and a G-string. I lost it." Available at the Zon. 000
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Woot! New review! Available at the Zon. "The Parrots Come Again is a time portal. Not just a read. A magic trick." Thank you, Linda! . And thanks to all my readers, buyers, & reviewers. Means more than I can say. 000
Reposted by Carlotta DaleTrash Cat Lit @trashcatlit.bsky.social · 07/07/2026Back to spotlighting our summer issue - today it's @carlottadale.bsky.social with The Tree of Endless Night 🦝 We loved how grounded we were in the LA setting, the potted neighbourhood history adding authenticity, and the MCs journey through unusual conversation. trashcatlit.com/the-tree-of-... 052
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 01/07/2026And if you liked these, you might like this, available at the Zon. Yeah, I know, Bezos, ugh. 100
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 01/07/2026I've had three stories published in the last week. Really grateful. craigterlson.substack.com/p/it-always-... @cterlson.bsky.social literarygarage.com/the-lost-lou... @literarygarage.bsky.social trashcatlit.com/the-tree-of-... @trashcatlit.bsky.social Readers and comments are appreciated! 020
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 01/07/2026Really inventive use of language in this story by @youcanandyouwill.bsky.social , "The Tragedy of the Commons." Give it a read! trashcatlit.com/the-tragedy-...trashcatlit.comThe Tragedy of the CommonsIan Johnson Listen to Ian read his story It really is the greenest place I’ve ever seen, like, Jaysus wept, and sloshed a mealy trench, a pauper’s plate – emerald/olive/pea, for pasture and p… 120
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 01/07/2026For the evening crew... It's a real tree, btw. trashcatlit.com/the-tree-of-...trashcatlit.comThe Tree of Endless NightCarlotta Dale I’m not a character in a fairy tale. I don’t live in an enchanted forest or in a gingerbread cottage in the middle of a deep, dark wood. I live in a suburb of Los Angeles. Granted, it… 010
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 30/06/2026New story out today @trashcatlit.bsky.social . Give it a read. trashcatlit.com/the-tree-of-...trashcatlit.comThe Tree of Endless NightCarlotta Dale I’m not a character in a fairy tale. I don’t live in an enchanted forest or in a gingerbread cottage in the middle of a deep, dark wood. I live in a suburb of Los Angeles. Granted, it… 131
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 30/06/2026I've a got a story in this issue. Many thanks to Trash Cat Lit. 010
Reposted by Carlotta Dale@LAhistory @lahistory.bsky.social · 29/06/2026"The Sparkletts building, a white, Moorish Revival-style complex that served as a bottling plant for nearly 100 years, has become the city's latest historic landmark." @theeastsiderla.bsky.social: www.theeastsiderla.com/lifestyle/hi... #HighlandParkCA #historicpreservationtheeastsiderla.comSparkletts building approved by City Council to become historic monumentHighland Park— The Sparkletts building, a white, Moorish Revival-style complex that served as a bottling plant for nearly 100 years, has become the city's latest historic landmark. 0114
Reposted by Carlotta DaleTressie McMillan Cottom @tressiemcphd.bsky.social · 28/06/2026My dear lord. lareviewofbooks.org/article/dang...lareviewofbooks.orgA Better World Is Not Possible | Los Angeles Review of BooksDid the Weather Underground have a point? 26668240
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Another of my Twilight Zone noir stories out today. Please give it a read! craigterlson.substack.com/p/it-always-...craigterlson.substack.comIt Always Rains in San OnofreA Private Dick Friday Story 000
Reposted by Carlotta DaleTrash Cat Lit @trashcatlit.bsky.social · 26/06/2026We have three more days of teasers for our summer issue, coming 1st July 🦝 Ian Johnson @youcanandyouwill.bsky.social packs his micro with vivid landscape, nostalgia and regret Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social blends LA realism with fantasy as her MC becomes curious about a neighbour's tree 067
Reposted by Carlotta DaleFrank Vatel @frankvatel312.bsky.social · 26/06/2026There’s always a whiff of Preston Sturges in Carlotta Dale’s dialogue, which means it’s way better than mine—and probably yours, too. Her latest piece is up at @literarygarage.bsky.social. @carlottadale.bsky.social literarygarage.com/the-lost-lou...literarygarage.comThe Lost Lounge | Literary GarageThings To Do in L.A. When You’re Dead 1112
Reposted by Carlotta DaleLiterary Garage @literarygarage.bsky.social · 25/06/2026What if there's one last bar waiting at the end of the road? In "The Lost Lounge," Walter wanders off Hollywood Boulevard looking for a drink and instead finds a place where excuses have no value... and redemption may still come at a price. Read @carlottadale.bsky.social 's latest at the Garage: 074
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 25/06/2026New story out at Literary Garage, if anyone cares to give it a read: literarygarage.com/the-lost-lou...literarygarage.comThe Lost Lounge | Literary GarageThings To Do in L.A. When You’re Dead 000
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Shameless self-promotion Tuesday is upon us! "What’s that one?” I asked, pointing to a large plant with gnarled air roots and giant leaves, big enough for a eunuch to flap at an empress while another one peeled her a grape." Available at the Zon. 000
Reposted by Carlotta DaleKeith Roysdon @keithroysdon.bsky.social · 22/06/2026My novel SEVEN ANGELS has three five-star reviews on Amazon. In the latest, @carlottadale.bsky.social says, "Fantastic plot with a kick-a55 heroine, who doesn't mind taking risks. A LOT of risks." You can buy SEVEN ANGELS here, and if you read it, leave a review! www.amazon.com/Seven-Angels...amazon.comSeven Angels: Roysdon, Keith: 9798992742237: Amazon.com: BooksSeven Angels [Roysdon, Keith] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Seven Angels 032
Reposted by Carlotta DaleTrash Cat Lit @trashcatlit.bsky.social · 22/06/2026Here They Be! 🦝 The twelve contributors to our Kingdom of Plantae issue 🌳 We'll tease their wonderful stories in the coming days - then launch the issue on July 1st. Clara Cooke @lucimcummings.bsky.social @carlottadale.bsky.social @meanerharker.bsky.social @chrisdotydunn.com... 1/2 1267
Reposted by Carlotta DaleBrian Beutler @brianbeutler.bsky.social · 01/05/2026Hi @kenmartin.bsky.social! Here's a free idea I hope you'll consider seriously. Gavin Newsom has had success holding a mirror to Trump's degeneracy, and you can too. 🧵 www.offmessage.net/p/dnc-sue-cb...offmessage.netTime For The DNC To Sue CBS News For $20 BillionA free idea for Ken Martin. 732077
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 31/03/2026New story up today at Pistol Jim Press, if anyone cares to read it. pistoljimpress.substack.com/p/time-manag...pistoljimpress.substack.comTime Management, Inc. by Carlotta Dalefrom Time is a Dog's Breakfast: a Pistol Jim Press series 020
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 28/03/2026Shameless Self-Promotion Saturday! “In the long run, you can’t keep anything." Available at the Zon. 020
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 27/03/2026t.co/WrF3ZUimPR Great stories in here ... especially enjoyed @anthonykaneevans.bsky.social , Ryan Fiennes, and @paulkwrites.bsky.social (Well, one of those is a poem. But still.)t.cohttps://punknoirmagazine.wordpress.com/2026/03/27/find-what-you-love-and-let-it-kill-you-4-a-punk-noir-magazine-series/ 221
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 08/03/2026Shameless Self-Promotion Sunday! Available at the Zon. "Not your typical noir—this one's for readers who enjoy mystery with meaning, and strong, voice-driven prose that will linger well beyond the last page. Highly recommend" 000
Reposted by Carlotta DaleAlien Buddha Press @alienbuddhapress.bsky.social · 08/03/2026NIGHTMARES ON BLUNT STREET Deadline: March 31, 2026 Horror stories where cannabis plays a key role Word limit: Up to 10,000 words - abuddhapress@yahoo.com 066
Reposted by Carlotta DaleRussell Thayer @russellthayer10.bsky.social · 04/03/2026Good Heavens, what a cover. Thank you @frankvatel312.bsky.social. This latest collaboration between me and @meproctor.bsky.social bursts out of the stables @cowboyjamboree.bsky.social on April 17th. It's a sometimes brutal road trip for our two heroes. 2177
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 25/02/2026Sold a book or two, and I didn't even include the collectible mug. Do you like neo-noir P.I. tales, complete with ghosts? (Is this a genre?) If so, you might like The Parrots Come Again. Available at the Zon. 012
Reposted by Carlotta DaleCarlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 14/02/2026Here's the link to the story: www.bunkersquirrel.com/bukowskis-fu...bunkersquirrel.comBukowski's FuneralFAQs 012
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 14/02/2026Here's the link to the story: www.bunkersquirrel.com/bukowskis-fu...bunkersquirrel.comBukowski's FuneralFAQs 012
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 14/02/2026I'm so pleased about this ... the other stories were all excellent! Thank you, Tori and Libby. 021
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 10/02/2026A perfect Valentine's Day present! Uh, if your Valentine person is kind of weird. Or a ghost. Available at the Zon. 000
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 28/01/2026New review for The Parrots Come Again! Available at the Zon. "Great read! I enjoyed this book. An easy read, which captured my interest from the get-go. I just wish it was longer!" Get yours today! Please? 011
Carlotta Dale @carlottadale.bsky.social · 21/01/2026Woot! Woot! New review! (Available at the Zon.) "Breezy, knowing and fun, with menace and heartbreak lurking just below the surface. You won't realize how much this delightful paranormal private eye tale has gripped your heart until you remember to breathe." 021
