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Rowan Prose Publishing @rowanprosepub.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

John Evans's snarky action-packed urban fantasy, WEREWOLF HUNTER, is now available in audiobook. Go get it! books2read.com/u/booOJZ “A significant new voice in the genre.” -Entertainment Monthly @roninmercllc.bsky.social #newrelease #audiobook #urbanfantasy #audiobooksky #booksky #readersky

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Rowan Prose Publishing @rowanprosepub.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Marilyn Levinson's cozy mystery with a spooky twist, GIVING UP THE GHOST, is now available in audiobook. Go get it! books2read.com/u/mdAGY5 “A master of the mystery genre.” -Midwest Book Review @marilynlevinson.bsky.social #newrelease #audiobook #cozymystery #audiobooksky #booksky #readersky

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

My story, Alluring Creatures, is available for you to read today (Sept. 17) only. Enjoy a tale of intrigue, action, and espionage fantasy. Read it at gohavok.com A dead boss. A missing employee. A helpful friend. But no one is who they say they are.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Ye Olde Dragon’s Classic Monster Series continues—this time with the Mummy. The anthology’s title is Tales from the Tomb. My short story, The Fire Within, will be published on Oct. 15. The paranormal horror will feature a different sort of mummy, one for the modern age. Here is the cover reveal.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

50 recommendations on Bookbub 55 reviews on Goodreads 4+ average rating Add Forlorn Harbor to your TBR To order: books2read.com/u/bokJk1 Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment. Happy reading

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

It may be July, but readers are building their TBR lists for winter. Games People Play is an adult thriller with atmosphere and twists. It publishes in March. Games People Play is for mature audiences with vibes of One by One (Ruth Ware). Goodreads list: www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...

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Six people are invited to a private island in the middl…

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

The reviews for Forlorn Harbor are coming in. I'm very grateful for anyone who read my novel, and super thankful for anyone who left a review. books2read.com/u/bokJk1 #ForlornHarborBook

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 30/05/2026

Thank you for supporting the launch of Forlorn Harbor this week. From Fresh Fiction: Forlorn Harbor is a wild, dark, and thought-provoking horror story. The plot is creative and terrifying, with various creatures that populate the chapters. Fresh Fiction - FreshFiction.com books2read.com/u/bokJk1

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Rowan Prose Publishing @rowanprosepub.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Happy Release Day to Jim Doran for his chilling YA thriller/horror, FORLORN HARBOR. Get your popcorn ready and secure your copy today! books2read.com/u/bokJk1 @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social #newreleasebooks #YAbooksky #horrorbooksky #youngadultreads #booksky #readersky #horrorthriller #rowanprosepub

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Forlorn Harbor releases today! Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1 Many thanks to my wonderful publisher @rowanprosepub.bsky.social Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment. #ReaderCommunity

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Tomorrow Forlorn Harbor publishes! Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1 Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment. #ForlornHarborBook #ForlornHarbor #YAHorrorBooks

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 24/05/2026

My novel, Forlorn Harbor, is coming in 2 days, and I’m recreating my main character, Martina, using different tools. Today, I’ve made her a card for the board game Final Girl. Final Girl is a solo board game by Van Ryder Games where you play as a FG. #ForlornHarborNovel Book books2read.com/u/bokJk1

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

The early reviews for Forlorn Harbor are coming in! There are more to come in future posts. The atmosphere absolutely lands. The episodic structure works surprisingly well. The punishments are properly thought through. Read and Reviewed - readandreviews.blogspot.com/2026/05/forl...

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Forlorn Harbor by Jim Doran

Squeaky-clean Martina Ramirez is about to commit her first crime with a group of six schoolmates—breaking and entering into an abandoned mov...

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

Forlorn Harbor art alert. I've been posting Artisticknack's "horror posters" of the movie series that never was, Forlorn Harbor. FH is the movie that my book of the same name revolves around. For now, enjoy this collage (my ideas, his skill). More info at: jimdorantales.com (Jim Doran Tales)

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

The ship (or book) is pulling into the harbor. Publication date for Forlorn Harbor is May 26. Reserve your copy today.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

1 Month! In 1 month, you’ll meet Martina. Shy but determined, will she survive the horrors awaiting her in Forlorn Harbor? Meet Liam. He has knowledge the rest of them can’t live without. Meet Mellini’s creations. Innocent toys or a demonic presence? Forlorn Harbor will thrill you with delight.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Today is International Spy Day! Perhaps you like lighter espionage novels but you also like mythical tales. In that case, try my novel, The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery. A spy novel that combines the best of an adventure and a fantasy novel. www.amazon.com/dp/0960101780

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The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery: DEED [Doran, Jim] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery: DEED

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 05/04/2026

Another poster from the Forlorn Harbor series illustrated by @Artisticknack. In the episode, a couple decide to take a walk through the idyllic Main Street of Willowton, only find out the town isn’t what it appears to be. My page: jimdorantales.com/forlorn-harb... Preorder amazon.com/dp/1961967847

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 29/03/2026

I have a story in this anthology, coming out on May 1. What happens when a down-on-his-luck software developer meets a robbed mechanical engineer? A retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, of course! A loose retelling of J & B, that is. A contemporary story with all the feels of a fairy tale.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 28/03/2026

Less than 2 months and Forlorn Harbor can be yours. It releases May 26. Pre-order your copy today. #ForlornHarborNovel #HorrorStory

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

My novel, Games People Play, will be published March 3, 2027 by Rowan Prose Publishing. Six random people. Five locked doors. Four secrets. Three days. Two dreams. One killer. And then there were none. Go to Goodreads - Want to Read: www.goodreads.com/book/show/24... Or my site jimdorantales.com

Cover of Games People Play. Dark house with blood dripping in windows.

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Rowan Prose Publishing @rowanprosepub.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Happy Cover Reveal to Jim Doran for his upcoming thriller/horror, GAMES PEOPLE PLAY. Add it to your TBR now! www.goodreads.com/book/show/24... @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social #coverrevealday #horrornovels

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Six people playtesting boardgames on an island of a wealthy game maker. It's all fun until the game starts predicting their deaths.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

I review The Tempting Voice. Paula Chaffee Scardamalia’s The Tempting Voice is a romance about a hidden Greek mythological world that co-exists with ours. At times exciting and swoon worthy, the novel sizzles with romantic drama. @rowanprosepub.bsky.social Full: jimdorantales.com/2026/02/17/r...

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 08/02/2026

You still have time to read and review an advanced copy of Forlorn Harbor. A theater with seven trapped teenagers An old serial full of horrors A menagerie of monsters A mysterious mastermind behind it all Use the contact info at jimdorantales.com to get an ARC for Forlorn Harbor. #forlornharbor

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 24/01/2026

I review C. Rae D'Arc's Spirit of Suspense. This highly entertaining novel is set in the world of Novel where each “land” represents a literary genre. This book has everything from talking bears to machine-gun assassins. jimdorantales.com/2026/01/24/r... #bookreview

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Review of Spirit of Suspense

Cover Spirit of Suspense C. Rae D’Arc’s Dead and Back Again series chronicles the life of private investigator Aeron Spade, also known as Earl Aeron Fromm, the Haunted, of Margen. He lives in the m…

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

You are cordially invited to the Kingdom Series. A guaranteed significant loss and significant kiss in every novel. www.amazon.com/stores/Jim-D... Series: 1 - Kingdom Come 2 - On Earth, As It Is 3 - Deliver Us 4 - Will be Done Collections: 1 - Kingdom’s Advent 2 - Kingdom’s Ascension

Six fantasy book covers written by Jim Doran with a fantasy background.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

DEED is a worldwide organization whose charter is to protect mythical creatures from humanity persecution and vice-versa. DEED is also a novel, chronicling one of DEED’s most daring rescues. Read/Purchase on Amazon at: www.amazon.com/dp/0960101780 Learn more about DEED: jimdorantales.com/deed/

Cover of DEED novel with purple background

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

Merry Christmas! I hope you enjoy this original, non-AI, wonderful depiction of scene from my novel, Will Be Done by Dan Johnson. Head to jimdorantales.com/kingdoms-bea... to learn more about it, or check out more work from Artisticknack's at artisticknack.com #fantasyart #fairytaleart

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Kingdom’s Beauty and the Beast

Kingdom’s version of Beauty and the Beast differs slightly from the traditional tale. For one, they have different names. Shaina is Beauty, and The Beast is Grr. Secondly, Grr isn’t cur…

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

I review Beka Gremikova's The Edge of a Knife and Other Stories. This is a engrossing collection of dark-night-of-the-soul type of novellas and short stories. Review: jimdorantales.com/2025/11/28/r... #bookreview #TheEdgeofaKnife

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

My novel, Forlorn Harbor, won't be out until May 2026, but it will be on sale at the end of this month. Pre-order: books2read.com/u/bokJk1

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

My novel, Forlorn Harbor, won't be out until May 2026, but it will be on sale at the end of this month. Pre-order: books2read.com/u/bokJk1

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 18/10/2025

This debut novel by Rikki Goodwin features few characters, an atmospheric setting, and enough haunted house scenes to rattle a ouija board. The creepiness factor is high in this delightful novel. Goodwin writes stories that will keep readers awake at night. Published by @rowanprosepub.bsky.social

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

Another first line from Once Bitten, a newly published vampire anthology. In this story, we see history in a brand new light because of Dracula's meddling.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Once Bitten - an anthology of all things Dracula and his kind - is here and in the wild. Rush to your favorite bookselling site to order your copy! My story concerns a kidnapper who may have bitten off more than she can chew when she abducts a vampire. But she has secrets, too. #DraculaAnthology

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 14/10/2025

Do you want humor and romance with your vampire story? This two-author, two-character entry in Once Bitten is a highly amusing take on modern dating in the bloodsucking world. Read Love Sucks by Rosemarie DiCristo and Pam Halter. Once Bitten releases on Oct. 15.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

I'm showing first lines from a Dracula anthology publishing on Wednesday. I have a story in it. The following is from Jessica Tanner's story. She has been a tremendous help building the advertising around this collection. She created this graphic and one for each author included. I'll post more.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

I'm honored my story, Wildlife Rescue, will be included in the next Havok anthology. I'm excited to be included with authors I admire. This story exists in my DEED world/novel but can be read independently of the book. However, if you read DEED, you'll be familiar with the characters and the world.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

If you head over to Amazon, you may pre-order the softbound version of this Dracula anthology to be released on October 15 at a discount. I'll keep posting about it, but it has some very entertaining and unusual stories. This is a great Halloween read. #HorrorAnthology #HalloweenRead

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 04/10/2025

How better to celebrate Halloween than to pre order my YA Horror novel, Forlorn Harbor? Published by @rowanprosepub.bsky.social Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology that ensnares them into each segment. books2read.com/u/bokJk1

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 27/09/2025

My favorite season is underway. I plan to increase my posts during this spooky season. If you enjoy book reviews, Halloween stories, and one creepy, non-AI, made-by-an-actual-artist illustration from my forthcoming book, stay tuned! #Halloween2025

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

Ye Olde Dragon Publishing has released an anthology based on a classic monster for the past 4 years. This year, their monster is the vampire. If you want to creative interpretations of monsters, pick up one of the prior collections at their website. Warning, the werewolf goes out of print soon.

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

I review @michelletang.bsky.social 's DuMort. Beautiful yet bizarre, gentle yet harsh, this novel is a riveting journey of horror and fascination. It evokes the suspense of similar novels in the genre, but in a refreshing style all its own. Review: jimdorantales.com/2025/08/13/r... #gaslampfantasy

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Jim Doran (Author) @jimdoranauthor.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

A crooked dessert contest? A portal traveler with a grudge? Or the three most mismatched judges ever? Whatever your fancy, enjoy Razzle Pie (today, July 3) on gohavok.com #Gohavokreaders

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