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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 11/10/2026

Read my second Liz Moore novel, being LONG BRIGHT RIVER, and it’s another powerful, well-crafted book. Review here: substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Shout out to local bookstore DBZ Books ‘N’ Records in #Corona, California. This place is rockin’! AND they’re supporting local artists and authors including me(!) with a selection of my books at the entrance. dbzbooks.com

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

I posted this in my newsletter yesterday, but thought I would share here, too, this portable book display I made last week to showcase books at conventions and bookstore signing events!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

I love Arctic horror survival stories! I read and enjoyed very much DARK MATTER by Michelle Paver. Review here: substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Love my new Author photos! Thanks so much to Kaitrin Acuna (www.KaitrinAcuna.com) from LACon V (Worldcon)!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Finished reading HELL AT THE BREECH by Tom Franklin, and absolutely loved, loved, loved it! Full review here: substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

What a great time at Anaheim Public Library's second annual SPINAL DREAD: HORROR LITERATURE & CULTURE FESTIVAL! The library was packed with attendees, the staff were wonderful, the vibe was welcoming. Fun to vend with friends, meet other authors, and I sold a ton of books! #spinaldread

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Can't wait to participate in this library indie horror festival, held TOMORROW!: Anaheim Public Library’s second annual SPINAL DREAD: HORROR LITERATURE & CULTURE FESTIVAL! 500 W Broadway, Anaheim, CA Sat. Sept. 26 from 10:00 to 4:00 #SPINALDREAD More here: substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Happy 120-year immigration anniversary to my family! My Guignard forebears arrived in New York, via Ellis Island, this day, September 24, in 1906, coming from La Chaux-de-Fonds (Neuchâtel) Switzerland, searching for a better life. More here!: substack.com/profile/4803...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Sorry, had to DNF this book after 106 pages: BODY COUNT (Arran's Obsession) by Jolie Vines. It's unexpectedly just... boring.... More here: substack.com/profile/4803...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Thanks as always to BSA Scouting America for helping create memories! Troop 220 in Chino Hills Scoutmaster had access to cabins and motor boats, and we got to bring up about 20 young scouts to Big Bear, CA for a weekend of boating, astronomy, and relaxing in beautiful weather

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Looking forward to being part of this upcoming anthology from publisher A Midnight Kind of Place (and editor Paul O'Neill)!: WE ARE MANY: A RATISH ANTHOLOGY

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The series is still going strong! www.darkmoonbooks.com/horror_libra...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Read novella GUESTS by Kealan Patrick Burke, a good representation of his horror work! More here: substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

THE FOLD by Peter Clines = Top rec for this! More here: substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Fun event last night at Upland Public Library: BOOK-ISH FAIR for Adults, incl. Books and Booze! Discovered 2 new local bookstores in the Claremont area that I was somehow not familiar with! And great to see friend Lauren Salerno and her travelling “The Undead Bookshop.”

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Back on the soccer fields for start of a new Fall season! And my daughter Devin joined me, having retired from playing, but choosing to now referee. Today was her first day, surviving three back-to-back matches!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Very pleased to have met editor and publisher Neil Clarke, founder of CLARKESWORLD MAGAZINE and anthologist for THE BEST SCIENCE FICTION OF THE YEAR series. Although I’m not much of a science fiction fan, I love reading the stories in his publications, for the diverse author voices he presents

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Fun time at @longbeachcomiccon.bsky.social Long Beach ComicCon yesterday! I spoke on the Writing panel “No Filler, All Killer: Crafting Memorable Short Stories” and saw other panels, and chatted with tons of other cool creatives. Would definitely return next year! #LongBeachComicCon #LBCC

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

I’ve been reading and writing and diving into a lot of Weird West works for the past year, which I’m lovin’. Read VAMPIRES OF EL NORTE by Isabel Cañas, which was good, interesting to see how she handled the genre (though more of Historical Romance). Review: substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Very excited that I’ll be at @longbeachcomiccon.bsky.social this Saturday (Sept. 5) in Long Beach, CA! I’ll be speaking as panelist on a favorite subject, short story writing: “No Filler, All Killer: Crafting Memorable Short Stories” Sat. at 5:30 PM Panel 3 (Room 103 AB) #LongBeachComicCon #LBCC

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

With award-winning Afrofuturist, NYT-bestselling author, editor, and librarian (and contributor to my anthology SCARING AND DARING), Maurice Broaddus!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Returned home today after a week at the 2026 World Science Fiction Convention (AKA: the 84th WorldCon, or The Hugos), or, “LACon V,” held in my backyard of Anaheim, California from August 26 through 31. Had a great time! More pics & Write-up here: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

A Brief but Notable Account in Misadventures of Elevator Systems (or, “Just meet me on the third floor”)

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Absolutely thrilled to be part of the upcoming: Anaheim Public Library’s second annual SPINAL DREAD: HORROR LITERATURE & CULTURE FESTIVAL! Where: Anaheim Central Library 500 W Broadway, Anaheim, CA When: Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. AND THEN, AFTER PARTY! #SPINALDREAD

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

Finished up the novel EVERYTHING THE DARKNESS EATS by Eric LaRocca (first published 2023). There were parts of this book I loved, and parts I questioned (or, I should say, I had questions “about”). substack.com/@ericjguigna...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

My son left home for college. The waterworks have commenced. One door closes and another opens, quite literally. He closed his bedroom door for the last time yesterday, and we drove him to his new home, opening the door to his dorm at @callutheran.bsky.social University.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

In the vein of Sothern Gothic Crime Noir Thriller, @joerlansdale.bsky.social is a master. His writing is gritty, thoughtful, rich in depth and character and setting. MOON LAKE follows the life of Daniel Russel who’s risen up from tragedy and returned to the small town he’s haunted by. 5 Stars

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

I posted this in my newsletter yesterday, but thought I would share here, too: I made a miniature Horror-themed Bookshelf for some of my literary tastes!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Fun visiting the O.C. County fair yesterday with my daughter! Even spending the entire day there, we still didn’t get through everything offered. Tons of rides and games, pig races, musicians, a butterfly garden, etc. Great exhibits on woodworking, photography, crafting, and animals, etc.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

One of my favorite short story authors is Australian Terry Dowling. Stories are smart and nuanced, haunting and weird with a slow build until a killer ending. Some favorites in this collection include “La Profonde,” “The Ichneumon and the Dormeuse,” “They Found the Angry Moon”, and “The Gully”.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Finished up another great read this week, ALL THE SINNERS BLEED by S. A. Cosby! Second book I’ve read by this author, after finishing BLACKTOP WASTELAND. Both were solid, engaging reads but I definitely liked ALL THE SINNERS BLEED better—a wider cast of characters and deeper murder mystery built in.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Saw this cool, large Red Coachwhip (AKA: Red Racer) snake (Masticophis flagellum) just chillin’ in the desert—July 20, abt 7:15 a.m. in Joshua Tree. Then found a second (smaller) one inside a hen house a few hours later!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

I love Joshua Tree—desert beauty and hippie/ artist vibe. Yesterday, my son and I tramped around up there. Hiked abt. Barker Dam & old Wall Street Mill in the National Park. Then went to a super-fun animal sanctuary and art space, Kaleidoscope Desert, and Pioneertown afterward!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

I got to meet today Gordon Korman, one of my absolute favorite childhood authors! Gordon Korman was the first author I ever followed by “name”. i.e. the first that I would want to read simply by the fact his name was listed as author on a book’s cover. More here: substack.com/profile/4803...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Insect of the day! This photo isn't the greatest, but this little beast was only about 2mm long! I've not seen one before, but this is a PSEUDOSCORPION (Order: Pseudoscorpionida), and a type of arachnid (possibly: Chelifer cancroides). Bane of mites and booklice everywhere!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

THE HEAVENLY TABLE by Donald Ray Pollock (2016) Just finished reading this novel that I will probably look back upon as one of my favorite books ever. Not as horrific and philosophic as Cormac McCarthy’s BLOOD MERIDIAN, but definitely a same-shelf type of book www.amazon.com/dp/110197165...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Okay, this shirt ad targeted me—this is, like, literally half of my camping experience. The other half is wandering through the forest looking for insects.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Returned home from backpacking in Yosemite National Park this week and had an amazing time! Mostly followed the “Grand Canyon of the Tuolumne,” and from there to Tuolumne Meadows. Breathtaking scenic views and excellent weather. Mosquitoes all the way, but such is nature (quite literally)!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 27/06/2026

Goodbye, cruel world! I’m leaving you all behind to go backpacking across Yosemite for the next week! A travel day tomorrow, and then I’ll be offline until July 3.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Every year, every re-read, this book still holds up as a hallmark of storytelling. A sweet tradition. BIG FISH by Daniel Wallace

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Great review in this month’s issue of AUREALIS Magazine of my latest short story collection A GRAVESIDE GALLERY! “…dark, macabre tales from renowned horror author Eric J. Guignard… a smorgasbord for horror enthusiasts. Best under torchlight in the dark.” ericjguignard.com/a_graveside_...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

So happy, that after years (decades!) of reading the work of Horror author Poppy Z. Brite (EXQUISITE CORPSE; WORDWOOD; LOST SOULS, etc.), I finally got to meet him (Billy Martin) at StokerCon 2026! Looking forward to many more years of dark reading in store. #StokerCon #StokerCon2026 #StokerCon26

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Just wanted to showcase my shirt, where I'm breaking the walls of the fourth dimension through pics of me placed on social media, then re-shot in real life, and then shared back on social media. with @lynnehansenart.bsky.social

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

I’ve been terrible about posting or reviewing books I’ve read lately. So, in lieu of anything extensive, here’s a quick pic of some novels I finished over the last month or so. They were all good reads in different ways, & I'd rate them each 4 or 5 stars.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Wrap-up of StokerCon 2026! ericjguignard.substack.com/p/wrap-up-of...

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Author Mark Matthews wins for taking my favorite picture of me at this year’s StokerCon!

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Fantastic panel today at Horror Writers Association's #StokerCon 2026! "Navigating the Horror of the Parasocial" With panelists: Diana Rodriguez Wallach, Rachel Harrison, Christopher Golden, Clay McLeod Chapman, Rae Wilde, and moderated by Jonathan Fortin.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Excellent panel today at Horror Writers Association's #StokerCon 2026! "What Horror Means to Me" With panelists: Linda Addison, Rachel Harrison, Billy Martin (Poppy Z. Brite), John Shirley, James Tynion IV, Ann VanderMeer, and moderated by Lila Denning.

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Eric J. Guignard @ericjguignard.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Excellent panel today at #StokerCon 2026! "Publishing and Promoting on a Shoestring Budget" With panelists: KC (Kristina) Grifant, LC Allingham, Michael Dolan, Ananda Lima, Stephanie Sanders-Jacob, Danielle Ackley-McPhail

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