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Lawrence Allan @writelarrywrite.lawrenceallanwrites.com · 19/09/2026

Y'all, I love a good short story that takes narrative risks, and @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social does not disappoint. This one's got the flavor of a true Hollywood story. @michellekubitz.bsky.social and I can't be more excited for you all to read it. Head to @shotgunhoney.com, pre-order it! #booksky

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Lawrence Allan @writelarrywrite.lawrenceallanwrites.com · 02/09/2026

Hey, Friends! It's a COVER REVEAL! That's right, after a year(ish) of work, Daydream Believer, edited by me and @michellekubitz.bsky.social will be out at the end of Sept. Here's a link: shotgunhoney.com/books/catalo... List of FAB authors below! #booksky #TheMonkees #anthology #mystery

In 1966, the Monkees was Hollywood’s attempt to cash in on Beatlemania. But they got more than they bargained for in a show that was madcap, counterculture, and poked a finger in the eye of staid, boring, square America. DAYDREAM BELIEVER pays homage to a show and the music that has lasted for generations.

Like a Monkees record, there’s something for everyone. Stories of revenge, stories of unrequited love, stories that involve unusual gardening tips and family shenanigans, and trains going everywhere and nowhere. All inspired by the music of The Monkees.

Net proceeds from this anthology will benefit the American LiIbrary Association (ALA) and its ongoing fight against book banning.

The Monkees were supposed to be disposable. But they have lasted. The songs, the show, the movie. The band and the songs live on.

DAYDREAM BELIEVER features the work of award winning crime and mystery writers:

Lawrence Allan
Eric Beetner
Lina Chern
Libby Cudmore
Michael Downing
Jeff Esterholm
Michel Lee Garrett
Paul J. Garth
James D.F. Hannah
Sean Patrick Little
Alan Orloff
Raquel V. Reyes
Keith Roysdon
Holly West

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SACosby @blacktopkid.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Top 5 readers I've heard at a Noir At the Bar in no particular order @erykpruitt.bsky.social @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social @angelluiscolon.com Morgan Sullivan Gary Phillips

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

We've ALL had that boss who had it coming to them. Looking forward to this one.

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SACosby @blacktopkid.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

If you're looking for funny and intense writing check out @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social and his Shamus Award winning Henry Malone series

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jj skolnik @supremenothing.myatproto.social · 01/02/2026

this “chicago bail fund” and the entire network of newly registered bail funds are all scams. illinois made cash bail illegal in 2023 thanks to the incredibly hard work of many people, some of whom i know personally, so this is especially stupid

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

The best book in the entire series—and I wrote one. Paul brings the noir and pulls no punches

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Rock and a Hard Place @rhppress.bsky.social · 21/01/2026

Advance praise for the debut collection by @marythor.bsky.social. Out March 15th from RHP Press. #literaryfiction #crimefiction #darkfiction

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Rock and a Hard Place @rhppress.bsky.social · 18/01/2026

2025 MAY BE IN THE REAR VIEW, but these hard-hitting tales of crime and noir still pack a punch. Like this one from @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social. Order your copy today: bit.ly/4jaRnjw

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James Queally @jqwritesstuff.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

NEW: ICE agents 'wrongfully detained' an L.A. County D.A.'s office employee on Friday, according to a memo written by L.A. County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman and obtained by The Times. www.latimes.com/california/s...

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ICE 'wrongfully detained' L.A. County D.A.'s office employee, Hochman says

Los Angeles County Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman said one of his employees was 'wrongfully detained' by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on Friday, according to an internal e-mail obtained by The...

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

We’re gonna do the boot-scootin’ boogie here at That Noise at 2 AM, where we’re talking to @loriraderday.bsky.social about community, country music, and her latest novel WRECK YOUR HEART.

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#50: Five for Them, One for Me, with Lori Rader-Day

Lori's latest, WRECK YOUR HEART, is out today.

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Adam Van Winkle @vanwinkle.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

Hey Charlie, I think I'm happy for the first time since my accident I wish I had all the money we used to spend on dope I'd buy me a used car lot, and I wouldn't sell any of 'em I'd just drive a different car every day, dependin' on how I feel m.youtube.com/watch?v=mxVo...

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Tom Waits- Christmas Card from a Hooker in Minneapolis (Studio Version)

YouTube video by MissHonaloochie

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

We’re gonna take the money and run here at That Noise at 2 AM, talking to @todgoldberg.bsky.social about Jason Isbell, moral flexibility, and his latest novel, ONLY WAY OUT. open.substack.com/pub/jamesdfh...

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#49: Five for Them, One for Me, with Tod Goldberg

Tod's latest, ONLY WAY OUT, is available now.

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

Tired of reading “Twas the Night Before Christmas” to the kids every year? The good folks at @rhppress.bsky.social chose to publish my bit of seasonal storytelling, which is completely suitable for family gatherings and church events, I promise. www.rockandahardplacemag.com/stones-throw...

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ST3.12 | "Santa Daddy" — Rock and a Hard Place Press

It's the annual tech-bro holiday party, and Slater is hired to play "Naughty Santa." But they have no idea how naughty Slater can be . . .

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

If James Crumley liked the book, you should buy that book. Get it, y'all.

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Alright, Kentucky people! The big guns of crime fiction will be in Richmond tonight, Louisville tomorrow, and—for some reason—letting me hang with 'em. For the Louisville folks: I'll be reading a brand-new Christmas story, just to get everyone in the holiday spirit. It's sure to warm your heart.

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Jordan Kurella @jordankurella.com · 13/11/2025

he's on a mission from god

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

We’re going the distance, we’re going for speed here at That Noise at 2 a.m., where we’re talking about running and nothing else. Nope, just running. open.substack.com/pub/jamesdfh...

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DoSomeDamage @dosomedamage.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Hey, y'all. We can all get this done with a little teamwork. Thanks

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

To the shock of no one, folks trying to defend AI “art” are unimaginative AF.

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Meagan Lucas @meaganlucas.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

To be chosen by Steph Cha and Don Winslow and to be among some of my favourite people and writers is an overwhelming honor. Huge thanks to Starlite Pulp for its first home. Please get yourself a copy, if not for my dirty little spite story, than for one of the other 19 amazing ones.

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 21/10/2025

It’s a wild, wild life at That Noise at 2 AM, where we’re celebrating the release of this year’s Best American Mystery and Suspense. My story “Road to Nowhere” is part of this year’s collection. open.substack.com/pub/jamesdfh...

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#47: This must be the place

BEST AMERICAN MYSTERY AND SUSPENSE 2025, edited by Steph Cha and Don Winslow and including my story "Road to Nowhere," is out today.

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Victor De Anda @victordeanda.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Got a hot tip from @andymboyle.bsky.social that copies of BAMS '25 were out in the wild, so I had to check it out. He was right! Get your copy today! #bams2025

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 16/10/2025

No matter what Christopher Cross says, if you get caught between the moon and New York City, falling in love is NOT the best you can do. You are in serious "Sandra Bullock in GRAVITY" jeopardy, and quick thinking and survival skills are in order. Priorities, people.

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Come out, come out, wherever you are, because it’s That Noise at 2 AM, talking to @tonywirt.com about his latest thriller, SILENT CREEK. open.substack.com/pub/jamesdfh...

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Paul J. Garth @pauljgarth.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

I've been talking to a lot of people the last few days, and, in case there's any doubt, I want to be clear: What Down and Out Books is doing is goddamn shameful, and staining an otherwise really incredible legacy.

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Jen Johans @filmintuition.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Mark your calendars! On Nov 14 @ noon PST, I'm interviewing my friend, the brilliant @sheilakathleen.bsky.social virtually about her new book on @realgdt.bsky.social's FRANKENSTEIN on behalf of Scottsdale's @poisonedpenbooks.bsky.social. You can tune in via FB/YT: calendar.time.ly/9plshfqx/pos...

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 07/10/2025

When the bell tolls, it tolls for thee at That Noise at 2 AM, where we’re talking to @curtisippolito.bsky.social about his climate change anthology, ON FIRE AND UNDER WATER. open.substack.com/pub/jamesdfh...

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SACosby @blacktopkid.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

What does it mean to you to be a Southerner? Someone asked me that today in an interview To me being a Southerner is the center of my identity as a black man, as a human , as a writer. This place of blood and toil, of pain and passion, of joy and agony. Of hatred and hope This place that -

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Walter Chaw @mangiotto.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

For the morning crowd.

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Megan Abbott @meganabbott.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Go see it this weekend, the biggest screen you can find. Here's a movie that can express and amplify all your rage, frustration, alarm, fatigue...and most of all your need for hope.

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A ★★★★★ review of One Battle After Another (2025)

¡viva la revolución! once in a great while a movie meets its moment and the collision is explosive, exhilarating, incendiary. a film for our times and maybe a better one than we deserve.

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Listen, if you’re getting raptured this week, we’d appreciate it if you set the contents of your liquor cabinets outside now and left your car unlocked and the keys on the dashboard. This will save time for all of us left behind. Thanks!

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Curtis Ippolito @curtisippolito.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

This was a cool exercise—writing about which books share DNA with “On Fire and Under Water.” Grateful to the @wirobooks.bsky.social for inviting and hosting me. With mentions of work from John Woods, Ivy Pochoda, @jordanharper.bsky.social, and Delfina Cuuero.

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Bedtime Stories: September 2025 | Washington Independent Review of Books

The Independent is an important voice in the community of readers and writers dedicated to book reviews and writing about the world of books.

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

I'm off the internet for four hours and suddenly everyone's talking the rapture is Tuesday when we all know it happened on January 12, 1981 as the second single from the "Autoamerican" album.

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ALT: a woman in a black strapless top is standing in front of a group of people

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Thanks to Craig Francis Coates at Cold Caller for letting me ramble about writing and my story “Road to Nowhere,” in this year’s Best American Mystery and Suspense. coldcallermag.substack.com/p/bams-25-me...

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BAMS '25: Meet James D. F. Hannah

Part 2 of the 'Best American' Interview Series

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404 Media @404media.co · 16/09/2025

The Department of Justice has removed a study showing that white supremacist and far-right violence “continues to outpace all other types of terrorism and domestic violent extremism” in the United States. 🔗 www.404media.co/doj-deletes-...

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DOJ Deletes Study Showing Domestic Terrorists Are Most Often Right Wing

Following Charlie Kirk’s assassination and the Trump administration’s promise to go after the “radical left” a study showing most domestic terrosim is far-right was disappeared.

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Libby Cudmore (SHE/HER) @libbycudmore.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Still time to sign up for my VIRTUAL short story, query writing and beginnings workshops! Classes start this week, so get those registrations in! writerscircleworkshops.jumbula.com/fall-2025-ad...

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The Writers Circle

At the Writers Circle, we believe in the uniqueness of each writer's voice. Our workshops nurture that pure, honest self-expression in each of our students. We welcome the most reluctant child, the...

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

I’m not saying “Kathleen” by Josh Ritter is the greatest love song of all time. What I am saying is, there haven’t been any better ones.

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Josh Ritter: "Kathleen" Video/Montage

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James D.F. Hannah @jamesdfhannah.bsky.social · 15/09/2025

Not that anyone asked, but here's my definitive list of the 10 greatest rock songs about heroin*. *The list was limited to one song by the Velvet Underground, a band whose entire catalog seems like an ode to the drug.

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Travis Woods @aheartofgould.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

One of the many things I love about Jordan’s intensely powerful and almost violently prophetic crime fiction is that, with each new book, I’m convinced THIS ONE is his masterpiece. Then he goes and outdoes it with the next one. (That said, A VIOLENT MASTERPIECE is indeed that, and drops April 28).

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Popehat @kenwhite.bsky.social · 14/09/2025

"You are being musically mean to me and it's hurting my feelings so I am going to call the police department that we are supposed to be supporting to report a feels violation."

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