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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Delighted to be a part of this with my brand new weird west story! 🤠

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

There’s still time to sign up for my virtual SD Writers Ink workshop, “From Haunts to Screams,” to learn how to write a scary story! DATE: Sunday, October 11, 2026 TIME: 10am-12pm VENUE: Zoom Sign up: writeyourstorynow.org/classes-work...

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Tis the season for horror! Excited to connect with fellow writers and readers at these events! #SanDiego #horrorauthors #horrorcommunity

🍁 Sat, 9/26, 6pm - Fall For Writing: Horror Reading

🍁 10/1-10/4 - Horror on the Mississippi

🍁 Sun 10/11, 10am-12pm - From Haunts to Screams Writers Workshop (Virtual)

🍁 Sat 10/17, 10am-6pm - Scream Diego

🍁 Tues 10/20, 6:30pm - Vintage Books Live Anthology Discussion (Virtual)

🍁 Oct 22-25 - World Fantasy Con 2026

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

B&N presale alert for the upcoming DEATH MAIDENS, which includes my story “Mother Knows Best.” Legends of the fearsome shieldmaidens of Valhalla, the Valkyries, take surprising modern twists in this fantasy anthology featuring short stories from Jim Butcher, Charlaine Harris, Kim Harrison,

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Demagogue Press & Qilin Press @paippolito.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

DJNA Contributor Announcement: @kcgrifant.bsky.social & Mason Lyle Morgan & E Senteio. 🐦‍⬛ ❤️ #booksky #read #horrorlit

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

I just backed Broom Book & Candle on @kickstarter.com! Excited to see this Colorado horror bookstore come to life: www.kickstarter.com/projects/bro...

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Broom Book & Candle

Denver's New Horror Bookstore, Cafe and Wine Bar

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Another highlight of #Worldcon was meeting @scalzi.com in person at our writers and social media panel! We chatted about the art of panel moderation, new projects (and games!) and the evolution of social media. @laworldcon.bsky.social

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

A highlight of @laworldcon.bsky.social was reconnecting with my scifi #writing mentors! I met Joe and Gay Haldeman through an MIT class and the writing center about 15 years ago. They were so incredibly supportive and encouraging. Full circle moment: now I’m teaching/ mentoring students like them 🫶

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Had a wonderful discussion on representation in #horror and Final Girls at @laworldcon.bsky.social! Thanks to my awesome panelists for the fascinating conversation and to everyone who attended! 💁🏻‍♀️🔪 #worldcon #finalgirl

Coye Lloyd
KC Grifant (moderator)
Kylie Lee Baker
Laura Picklesimer
Trang Thanh Tran

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

A reminder of where to find me at #LAWorldCon! I’ve just added to an autographing reading on Thursday. It’s my birthday week, so stop by to say hi! 😁 Full schedule: guide.lacon.org #lacon #worldcon #scifi #fantasy

THURSDAY

Horror In Space, 1:30 PM 263A

AUTOGRAPHING, 4:30 PM

FRIDAY
Writing the Anatomy of Fear: What Really Scares Us? 12:00 PM PDT, 251 C

A Scream is Worth 1000 Words: Teen Horror Writing Workshop 6:00 PM PDT, San Clemente

⚔️ How Xena Changed the World 9:00 PM PDT, 258 AB

SATURDAY
SciComm and You: How Do We Use Science for Good? 12:00 PM PDT, 261 B

Global & Regional Horror: Monsters from Different Cultures 6:00 PM PDT, Carmel

The Final Girl and Beyond: Gender, Power, & Tropes in Horror 7:30 PM PDT, Palos Verdes AB | Program

SUNDAY
Social Media and the Writer 12:00 PM PDT, 253 B

Depictions of History in Board Games 1:30 PM PDT, Manhattan

Wyvern Rustling: Weird Westerns, 4:30 PM PDT, 252 AB

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Only .99 on select platforms right now!! (Apple, Kobo, Google, LibroFM) indieaudiobookdeals.com/DollarAudio/ #audiobook

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Dollar Audio Sale

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Roland of Gilead @rolandofgilead19.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Just came from the indie. I had a book show up. Finally! Women of the Weird West edited by KC Grifant @kcgrifant.bsky.social Mainly bought this for the story from @vlatinalondon.bsky.social but there are so many more great authors! I'll have to get in there soon

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

New virtual workshop announced! Learn how to writing a scary story in time for spooky season 😈 Whether you’re new to the horror genre or wanting to sharpen your skills, this workshop will help you to haunt readers long after the last page. #writingtip #horrorwriting #writingcommunity

You’ll learn how to:

-Hook readers from the very first line with a compelling opening
-Create atmosphere and sustain tension throughout your story
-Build toward an ending that will deliver a lasting impression
-Learn how to draw inspiration from various horror genres and tropes
-Gain insight into the short fiction market, including submissions, editor preferences and common pitfalls

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

The Women in Horror Arts and Media Association (#WHAMA) website has officially launched! I am thrilled to be on the board of this new group, which has been a while in the making. It’s my hope that this nonprofit will carve out a unique space for creators.

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Sci-fi fans in #SoCal, you don’t want to miss this! A free Philip K. Dick Festival is happening in a few days - check out the awesome program! www.philipkdickfest.com/schedule #philipkdick #scifi #sciencefiction

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Schedule | PKDFEST2026

Four days of panels, lectures, premieres, and social events at the 4th International Philip K. Dick Festival.

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

#SanDiego, join us this Saturday for the @kpbssandiego.bsky.social Book Festival! At 10:30-11:15am, Brian Asman, Luke Dumas, Sarah Faxon, @denniskcrosby.bsky.social & I will be on the “Demystifying Horror” panel. #kpbsbookfestival

“Demystifying Horror” panel: learn how and why horror doesn’t just shock and unsettle, but also invites reflection, empathy and emotional catharsis. Get an insider’s look into new and emerging trends in the horror genre, popular and re-emerging tropes, reading recommendations, and tips for writing in this versatile genre.

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

One down, a few more August events to go! #SanDiego, I hope to see you at one of these events this weekend! This weekend: 🤠 Women of the Weird West launch 🍂 Godfestation launch with @jendiagammon.bsky.social 🃏 Monster Gunslingers Game Launch with a tournament & giveaways! #SoCal #horrorauthors

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Big thanks to everyone who attended my Build-a-Monster writing workshop and stopped by to check out my books at @midsummerscream.bsky.social yesterday!! It was so lovely connecting with creative people who are passionate about horror 😈 #midsummerscream #midsummerscream2026 #horror #horrorwriters

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

See you today #midsummerscream! Learn techniques for creating iconic monsters at my 12:30 workshop. I’ll also be at the HWA table from 4-7 selling books. #midsummerscream2026

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Demagogue Press & Qilin Press @paippolito.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

My early Friday morning review and impressions of Monster Gunslingers by @kcgrifant.bsky.social and Jason Liu. Love it! ❤️ ♠️ #boardgame #games #horror #poker

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Cover reveal!! Love this beautiful piece @christinogle.bsky.social created for the dark fantasy noir anthology, The Devil’s Justice in New Arona from @paippolito.bsky.social @moanariafc.bsky.social I’m proud to have my story included.

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Demagogue Press & Qilin Press @paippolito.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Getting Monster Gunslingers from @kcgrifant.bsky.social just made the day awesome! Old West + Monsters card game! Can't wait to try this tomorrow! #games #boardgames

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Saturday!! I’ll be at Midsummer Scream to give an in-depth Build-a-Monster Writing Workshop on Saturday, August 8th @ 12:30pm 😈 After that I’ll be signing books at the HWA booth from 4-7pm! #midsummerscream #midsummerscream2026 #socal @midsummerscream.bsky.social #horrorcommunity #longbeach

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Jendia Gammon @jendiagammon.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

San Diego! My book launch signing for Godfestation is at Through the Fold Books, inside Mission Hills Nursery, on Saturday, August 15 at 6 PM. I'm in conversation with @kcgrifant.bsky.social! More info: #books #horror #horrorbooks #sandiego #events #fantasy @throughthefold.bsky.social

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Godfestation Book Launch Party

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Prepping my monthly newsletter to go out and it’s stacked! Sign up this week to get an upcoming exclusive deal for the Monster Gunslingers game, available extremely soon… 👀 mailchi.mp/a9f0d76bba28... #authors #writers #writingcommunity #writingcommunityً

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Jendia Gammon @jendiagammon.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

San Diego! Come to my book launch celebration for my latest book, Godfestation! It'll be at Through the Fold inside Mission Hills Nursery. August 15 at 6 PM. And I'm in conversation with @kcgrifant.bsky.social! Details: throughthefold.com/event/2026-0... #books #sandiego

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Godfestation Book Launch Party

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

If you missed us at Comic-Con you can catch me, @jendiagammon.bsky.social & Sarah Faxon at the launch party for WOMEN OF THE WEIRD WEST! Stop by for signed copies, snacks & swag on Sat August 15 at 2pm at Mysterious Galaxy 🥳 #SanDiego #newbook #SoCal #SanDiegoauthors #weirdwest

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our #scifi horror panel at #ComicCon tonight! Surreal to see ourselves on the big screens! 🤩 If you would like to check out our books, @mystgalaxybooks.bsky.social has signed copies at booth 1119! #sdcc #sdcc2026 #comiccon2026

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Today!! Comic-Con attendees, check out our sci-fi horror panel later tonight! ✍️ SIGNING at table AA06 at 5pm 🎤 PANEL in Room 6DE at 7pm - “When The Void Screams Back: The Latest in Sci-Fi Horror” #SDCC #SDCC2026 #SanDiegoComicCon

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

📣 #ComicCon attendees, you can stop by our Thursday signing before the panel “When The Void Screams Back: The Latest in Sci-Fi Horror” to meet the authors! See me, @peterclines.com @jendiagammon.bsky.social & Scott Sigler on July 23 at AA06 at 5PM to get your books signed ✍️ #sdcc #sdcc2026

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

💫 #ComicCon attendees, stop by for the first public signing of WOMEN OF THE WEIRD WEST with me, @jendiagammon.bsky.social @mathildazeller.bsky.social Jennifer Brody, Deborah Daughetee & Sarah Faxon! Stop by July 23 at table AA04 from 3:30-4:30 PM for signing & swag 🤠 #sdcc #sdcc2026 #weirdwest

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

This week!! Join us for a signing on Thursday, July 23 at table AA06 at 5pm, before the panel, “When The Void Screams Back: The Latest in Sci-Fi Horror” with me, @peterclines.com @jendiagammon.bsky.social Scott Sigler & @spacecowboybooks.bsky.social 7:00PM Room 6DE #SDCC #SDCC2026 #SanDiegoComicCon

When The Void Screams Back: The Latest in Sci-Fi Horror” with KC Grifant (Monster gunslingers), Peter Clines (God's Junk Drawer, The Broken Room), Jendia Gammon (Doomflower, Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall), Jean-Paul L. Garnier (Space Cowboy Books, Simultaneous Times) & Scott Sigler (Beasts Beyond the Rivers, Slay: Hatchet Man)

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Our #Comic-Con panel is a week away! 🛸👽🚀 Join us for a signing on Thurs, July 23 at table AA06 at 5pm before the panel! “When The Void Screams Back: The Latest in Sci-Fi Horror” is 7-8PM Room 6DE with me, @jendiagammon.bsky.social @peterclines.com Scott Sigler & Jean-Paul Garnier #comiccon #sdcc

Join bestselling & award-winning authors & editors Peter Clines (God's Junk Drawer, The Broken Room), Jendia Gammon (Doomflower, Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall), Jean-Paul L. Garnier (Space Cowboy Books, Simultaneous Times), Scott Sigler (Beasts Beyond the Rivers, Slay: Hatchet Man) & KC Grifant (Monster Gunslingers, Shrouded Horror) for insights into sci-fi horror that resonates, whether about the terrors of space, insidious technologies, or biological processes gone monstrously wrong.

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

“I have long held the position that every woman should face the patriarchal world with a gun in her hand. This anthology proves me right. A tremendous addition to the Western genre.” —C.S. Humble, author of the Amid the Vastness of All Else Saga

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Nicole Field 🧛‍♀️🏺🏳️‍🌈 @faerywhimsy.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Oh damn, @kcgrifant.bsky.social really showing the power of letting the imagination fill in the horrific details here in "Worship" 👀 Can't figure out whether I liked the inhuman descriptions of the story's goddess, or its ending, more!

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

#ComicCon attendees, mark your calendar for the first public signing of WOMEN OF THE WEIRD WEST with me, Jennifer Brody, Deborah Daughetee, Sarah Faxon, Jendia Gammon & Mathilda Zeller on Thurs July 23 from 3:30-4:30 PM. I might have swag 👀 #sdcc #sdcc2026 #sandiegocomiccon #weirdwest #sandiego

Signing is Thurs July 23 at table AA04 from 3:30-4:30 pm.

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

My Comic Con schedule 🦸🏼‍♀️ Can’t wait!! I’ll also be at our annual Horror Writers Association networking event that Saturday at 4:30pm. Message me for details if you’d like to stop by! #SDCC #SDCC2026 #SanDiegoComicCon #scifihorror

SIGNING: A signing of Women of the Weird West with me, Jennifer Brody, Deborah Daughetee, Sarah Faxon & Jendia Gammon on Thursday July 23, 2026 at table AA04 from 03:30 PM - 04:30 PM.

SIGNING: A signing for the panel “When The Void Screams Back: The Latest in Sci-Fi Horror” with me, Peter Clines, author, Jendia Gammon & Scott Sigler on Thursday, July 23, 2026 at table AA06 from 05:00 PM - 06:00 PM.

PANEL: “When The Void Screams Back: The Latest in Sci-Fi Horror”--Science fiction promises us the stars, while horror reminds us to be careful how far we venture. Join bestselling and award-winning authors and editors Peter Clines (God's Junk Drawer, The Broken Room), Jendia Gammon (Doomflower, Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall), Jean-Paul L. Garnier (Space Cowboy Books, Simultaneous Times), Scott Sigler (Beasts Beyond the Rivers, Slay: Hatchet Man) and moderator KC Grifant (Monster Gunslingers, Shrouded Horror) for insights into sci-fi horror stories that resonate, whether about the terrors of space, insidious technologies, or biological processes gone monstrously wrong. 7:00PM - 8:00PM Room 6DE

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

#ComicCon announcements tomorrow!! You’ll be able to find me at four events this year, details coming soon 🦹🏻‍♀️ #SanDiegoComicCon #SDCC #SanDiego

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Cursed Morsels @cursedmorsels.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Hey, if you're a horror or Weird fiction writer interested in food systems and completely disinterested in sending AI slop, please consider writing something for our September call. cursedmorsels.com/submission-c...

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Food systems anthology submission callopen September 1st through 14th OverviewAn anthology of food systems horror and Weird fiction. Food systems include all infrastructure involved in the growth, …

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

I’ll be on 7 panels and leading a writing workshop at the premier sci-fi conference, LAcon V Worldcon! I can’t wait to share details soon. A hint of some of the panel topics: 🤠😱🎲👩🏻‍🏫🧪🤦🏻‍♀️🔪✍🏻 Join us in Anaheim, CA at the end of August! More info: www.lacon.org #laworldcon #worldcon #scifi

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Looking to elevate your fiction by increasing tension & stakes? This class is for you! My virtual workshop “Tension & Terror: Evoking Fear To Elevate Your Fiction” is happening this Saturday ✍️ Whether you write fantasy, literary fiction, sci-fi or other genres, this interactive

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Big thanks to one of my favorite writers, Gwendolyn Kiste, for these kind words on WOMEN OF THE WEIRD WEST (out now from Brigids Gate Press)! scifiwri.com/women-of-the... #weirdwest #newbook

“A vital entry into the Weird West canon, and one that leaves a powerful and lasting impression. These are the strange and haunting Western tales I've always yearned for. Read this book as soon as you can.”
—Gwendolyn Kiste, Four-time Bram Stoker Award-winning author of The Haunting of Velkwood and Reluctant Immortals

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KC Grifant, Author @kcgrifant.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

#CreepawayCamp: horror trivia, ghost stories, workshops, panels and good company in the woods! #horrorcommunity #horrorauthors #horrorwriters

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We Bleed Orange & Black @webobpodcast.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

184 – Horror Fiction into Games Panel We talk about how to transform Horror Fiction into settings for tabletop RPGs and card games, getting Jumanji’d, Horror fans vs gamers, the trouble with tariffs, and crowdfunding. -Panelists- KC Grifant Jon Cohn Emma E. Murray Chris Lackey

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