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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

The doors to the The Skeleton Closet are opening on Halloween. 13 Tales of the Weird and Wicked. Be Prepared to Grab Yourself a Copy. #horrorbooks #horror #indiebooks #indieauthor #books #booklovers #bookworms #scary #horrorfans #horrorfanatics #readers #darkfiction #horrorauthors

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Remember when writers could just be writers and marketing was someone else's job? That must've been great!

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Portraits of Decay received an amazing review from Windy City Review: www.windycityreviews.org/book-reviews... Grab a copy @ruadanbooks.bsky.social or anywhere else books are sold.

Portraits of Decay received an amazing review from Windy City Review:
https://www.windycityreviews.org/book-reviews/portraits-of-decay "The book is a backstage pass to the underbelly of New Orleans, and you may not be ready." "Approach this book with a strong stomach and a firm grip on reality—you’ll need them both." If you're a fan of stuff like Hellbound Heart (Hellraiser), Serpent and the Rainbow, or Pet Sematary, you'll love Portraits of Decay. Grab a copy now in Paperback, Ebook, or Audiobook from Ruadán Books, Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or anywhere else books are sold.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Author Panel at Horror Fiesta

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

If you’re in the Kenosha, WI area, drop by @studiomoonfall.bsky.social and grab a copy of my Southern Gothic Horror Novel, Portraits of Decay. #horrorbooks #kenosha #wisconsin #booklovers #bookworms #horror #buymybook #horrorfans #horrorfanatics

Portraits of Decay is being sold at Studio Moonfall in Wisconsin

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

This time it is one week (and a day) away. Come out next Wednesday for great stories, great beer, and great times. The one and only genre reading series in Chicago. It's FREE and dogs are welcome to join.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Marketing is the hardest part about being a writer. It's the only time--IMO--it feels like a job.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Horror Fiesta is next Saturday in East Peoria, IL. www.horrorfiesta2026.com I'll be hanging out talking about horror and selling signed copies of my novel, Portraits of Decay. Come out for all the horrific fun!

Horror Fiesta is next Saturday in East Peoria, IL. https://www.horrorfiesta2026.com/ I'll be hanging out talking about horror and selling signed copies of my novel, Portraits of Decay. Come out for all the horrific fun!

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Horror Fiesta is next Saturday! Come on out! $10 for adults, children are FREE

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Check out my new table banner

Table banner has a evil bat with sharp fangs and talons. It reads: J.R. Blanes, Author of the Strange and Terrifying. www.jrblanes.com

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

A little over a week away from Horror Fiesta. I'm superexcited to be a part of this Horror-themed event in East Peoria, IL. It's only $10 for adults. For more information head to their website: www.horrorfiesta2026.com #horrorevents #horror #illinoisevents #horrorbooks #horrormerch #horrorart

A little over a week away from Horror Fiesta. They'll have tons of vendors, games, contests, panels, and givaways. I'm superexcited to be a part of this Horror-themed event in East Peoria, IL. It's only $10 for adults. For more information head to their website: https://www.horrorfiesta2026.com/

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

I just learned the Rewind Bookfair in Indianapolis has been cancelled. Disappointing news for sure. Hopefully they can reschedule on a date I’m available.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Grab a copy of Portraits of Decay Audiobook from Ruadán Books, the character read by the amazing Joniece Abbott-Pratt, narrator of the award-winning novel, The Reformatory by @tananarivedue.bsky.social. Available at Audible, Everand, Libro, and Apple Books. #horrorbooks #audiobooks #books #audible

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Ruadán Books @ruadanbooks.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Did you know that the inimitable Joniece Abbott-Pratt reads for the Nevaeh chapters in PORTRAITS OF DECAY? Enjoy this sample from @jrblanes.bsky.social's Southern Gothic novel, then check out the digital audio wherever you get your audiobooks. #BookSky #HorrorSky

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

There is a new blog entry at jrblanes.com/grimoire/ about The Submission Game. This is also the last chance to receive a free novelette when subscribing to my newsletter before it's removed at the end of the month. #horrorsky #booksky #authorsky #writersky #writercommunity #writing #horrorauthor

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Hey Local Illinois writers and Artists (or surrounding area) Authors, Mercury has applications open for their upcoming events. Here is the link to apply: forms.gle/Sao53GTRwjZs... #writers #authors #bookevents #authorcommunity #writercommunity #artists #artistcommunity #arts

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I just received my copy of Darling by @missmurdermercedes.bsky.social . Grab your copy now of this Southern Gothic Masterpiece from @ruadanbooks.bsky.social . You don't want to miss out.

Darling is a Southern Gothic Horror Novel by Mercedes M. Yardley. The colorful cover is a snake winding around an apple and a broken doll.

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A.C. Harper (he/him) @harperac.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Grab a free copy of my book here: a.co/d/0dFCZjZD It’s a coming-of-age story. #book #kindledeal #booksky #writingcommunity #free #booktok #readers #tbr #kindle

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

You only have until tomorrow 09/08 to win two Southern Gothic Horror Tales from @ruadanbooks.bsky.social. Enter Now!

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

THERE IS ONLY FIVE DAYS LEFT TO ENTER TO WIN MY SOUTHERN GOTHIC HORROR TRAGEDY, PORTRAITS OF DECAY, AND THE AMAZING SOUTHERN GOTHIC DOMESTIC THRILLER HAUNTED HOUSE NOVEL, DARLING BY BRAM STOKER AWARD WINNER, Mercedes Murdock Yardley. GO TO ruadanbooks.com/terms-condit... #books #booklovers #readers

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Terms & Conditions for Southern Gothic September Giveaway - Ruadán Books

There is no purchase necessary to enter! US residents only who are age 18 or older. Two winners will be randomly selected; winners will be contacted via DM from the official Ruadán Books account on th...

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Best Horror Movies of the 90s 1990: Jacob's Ladder 1991: Silence of the Lambs 1992: Candyman 1993: Body Bags 1994: In the Mouth of Madness 1995: Village of the Damned 1996: Scream 1997: Event Horizon 1998: The Faculty 1999: Audition

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Win Two Southern Gothic Horror Books from @ruadanbooks.bsky.social Portraits of Decay by J.R. Blanes and Darling by Bram Stoker Winner, Mercedes M. Yardley. Enter now at ruadanbooks.com/terms-condit... ruadanbooks.com/terms-condit... #southerngothic #horrorbooks #indiebooks #booklovers #bookworm

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

You can win my novel Portraits of Decay along with the amazing Darling by @missmurdermercedes.bsky.social

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Looking for ARC readers for my pulp horror short story collection, The Skeleton Closet. Available on Netgalley, Booksires, or Booksprout or DM me. #ARCSky #ARCreaders #booksky #bookishsky #bookreviewers #readingcommunity #reviewers #horrobooks #Indieauthor #writingsky

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Hey Reviewers, My new short story collection, The Skeleton Closet, is on Booksprout. Grab a free ARC and give it a review. booksprout.co/reviewer/rev... A really fun collection of old-school horror with a great pulp sensibility. --Gold Anderson, Reviewer

Hey Reviewers, My new short story collection, The Skeleton Closet, is on Booksprout. Grab a free ARC and give it a review.

The Skeleton Closet delivers 13 tenuous realities in insidious and clever ways that every horror reader craves. READ IT!
-Robbie Dorman, author of Words of Christ in Red and Host of BLOOD ON THE TYPEWRITER.

A really fun collection of old-school horror with a great pulp sensibility.
--Gold Anderson, Reviewer

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Cut almost 700 words from a draft and got it under 6,000 (5889). A little more tweaking and it's ready for eyes.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Here are my upcoming events!

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

If you like Sutter Cane then you’ll love my debut horror novel, Portraits of Decay from @ruadanbooks.bsky.social

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Got some new bags. Come to any of my upcoming events and get one with purchase of book. They’re great for carrying groceries or your victim’s head.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

I wrote 1500 words today. Not bad considering I'm working a con.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Early morning writing sesh in Michigan before Detroit Horrorcon Day 2

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The Skeleton Closet Will Be Opened This October from Dark Nest Publishing. Meanwhile, grab a copy of my debut horror novel, Portraits of Decay from Ruadan Books. ruadanbooks.com/product/port... @ruadanbooks.bsky.social #horrorbooks #books #indiebooks #booklovers #readingcommunity #bookfans #horror

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I'll be at the Detroit Horrorcon this weekend (August 28-30) in Waterford, MI. Grab your tickets now: www.strideevents.com/events/detro... and join all the fun. Plenty of horror vendors and autograph signings. I'll be signing copies of my novel, Portraits of Decay.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

The Skeleton Closet: Trailer 2. These 13 Tales of the Weird and Terrifying is for fans of old school horror paperbacks. #horrorbooks #shortstorycollections #horrorfans #booklovers #horror #bookworms #indiebooks #indiehorror #writers #writercommunity

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Early Reviews for my upcoming short story collection, The Skeleton Closet, from Dark Nest Publishing. Reviewers can read a free Epub copy at Netgalley, Booksirens, or Booksprout. #bookreviews #horrorbooks #bookrecommendations #horrorauthors #horrorcommunity #writingcommunity #writers #booklovers

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 23/08/2026

The Chicago Monster Mart is happening today The Brewed Cafe from 11am-5pm. Come grab some dark coffee and monstrous merchandise for the start of the Halloween season. We have everything from books to jewelry to collectibles and more.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Check out my lastest blog entry at jrblanes.com/grimoire/ where I discuss book tours.

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

J.R. Blanes is the author of the Southern Gothic Horror Tragedy, Portraits of Decay, which you can purchase from @ruadanbooks.bsky.social, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and anywhere else they sell books. His short story collection, The Skeleton Closet, released this fall. #horror #horrorbooks #horrorfans

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The Genre Society, Episode 3 featuring Elli Wade, Joshua Siegal, G.E. Moore, and Kassidy VanGundy Púppio Pereira will be premiering September 23rd, 2026 at Solemn Oath Still Life Brewery at 7pm. FREE Admission and Dogs are welcome! #fiction #speculative #genre #chicago #readingseries #literature

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

I have a TikTok page (www.tiktok.com/@jrblanes7) and a YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/@jrblanes5115) where I post videos and updates. Follow or subscribe. #horror #horrorcomedy #horrorauthor #horrorwriting #horrorbooks #indiehorror #horrorsky #booksky

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

My short story collection, The Skeleton Closet, is coming out this fall. Meanwhile, you can buy my debut Southern Gothic Horror Novel, Portraits of Decay, from @ruadanbooks.bsky.social #horrorbooks #books #bookworms #bookreaders #booknerds #horrorfans #horrorlit #horror #booksky #horrorwriting

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

So for the big news! My new short story collection, The Skeleton Closet, is coming out this fall. I have a new blog out today on my website: jrblanes.com/grimoire/. A guideline about book touring. Lastly, I have some upcoming events. For more details go to jrblanes.com/events/ #horrorbooks

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Check out the new Horror Words Podcast with Charles Barouch, Jon Frater, Oliver Baer, and me as we discuss fears of heights and an alien entity Stanley along with poems and books. www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aobq...

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jrblanes @jrblanes.bsky.social · 19/07/2026

@studiomoonfall.bsky.social Harbor Market was a great success. Back tomorrow for the Book Festival at 7th Avenue and 51st Street. Come out and meet authors and grab autographed copies of books.

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