iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

#HorrorWritersChat loved the questions \m/ Still waiting on pub date for Mother's Night so just want share previous books in this universe.

1116

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Mother's Night (Rise of the Hare Witch) is slowly emerging from hibernation. For now, it's time to revisit the Weald and discover what went before. Music arrangement is by my talented son, Dylan Ellis @dullanmusic.bsky.social. #folkhorror #booksky #horror

082

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Loved Edge-Lit yesterday. Especially as the wonderful Kayleigh Dobbs introduced me to favourite writer, Thomas Olde Heuvelt. (Totally fangirling in pic 😆 but I don't care). Darker Days is so good, you should all read it.

Picture of me, holding book Darker Days, with Thomas Olde Heuvelt 😁

Picture of Kayleigh Dobbs me, and Thomas Olde Heuvelt

020

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Here's where I'll be when not milling around and getting lost at @britfantasysoc.bsky.social Fantasycon. Come and say hello 😊 (And yes, I'll be buying books. It would be sacrilege not to!)

Graphic of dark crimson leaved background for Fantasycon schedule.

Shows times Saturday 11th October - both
11 am
The Art of Embedding Genre Into Poetry
6pm
How Has Social Media Changed the Relationship Between Reviewer and Reviewee
See you there!
Steph
Author pic bottom right

062

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Wrexham library's doing well! Picked up Alan Moore's latest, I Hear A New World. (The Great When was my Xmas book last year). 😊

Front cover of I Hear a New World by Alan Moore, shows city road in London with red double decker in the foreground, a black cab driving away. Colours of plum and gold.

030

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Thanks as always, Eryn! The Weald looks like a safe place, but visit it and you discover ritual and danger. This is the first book of The Five Turns of the Wheel universe. Come meet the folk! brigidsgatepress.com/product/the-... #HorrorWritersChat #folkhorror #booksky

Front cover of The Five Turns of the Wheel by Stephanie Ellis. Title at top, name at bottom. Between them is a cracked skull on a bed of autumnal leaves with a wooden wheel behind them.

0116

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Here they are 😅 My bear is about 56 years old. #HorrorWritersChat

061

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This beautiful little book arrived today for me to review. I finished it in a few hours. Fitcher's Bird by @angelaslatter.bsky.social is a terrific read. Review on its way to @horrortree.com 😊 Highly recommend! #booksky #gothic #horror #FridayReads

Cover of Fitcher's Bird by A.G. Slatter. shows bird skull and skeletal wings in the centre. Above is the title, below the author name. On left and right sides are red-tipped blue leaves, above title and author name are blue feathers. Background is black.

2163

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

I'm also delighted to share the cover for my next novel Mother's Night, Rise of the Hare Witch. Created by Ruth Anna Evans. 😊

The cover of Mother's Night, Rise of the Hare Witch sits against a frosty background.
On the cover, a hare gazes out at the viewer against the moon and leafless tree.

063

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Thank you, @hookland.bsky.social for the permit! It arrived in the post today. I will treasure it. 😊

Shows Hookland Fragments book on shelf with a green man head to one side and card permit for right to reside in Hookland on the other.

190

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

And here's the full cover for Mother's Night, Rise of the Hare Witch, created by Ruth Anna Evans. (Went slightly wrong, I scheduled a blog post for 6pm, forgot all about this, remembered when eating my tea. Oh, so professional, everything back to front. 🤣)

Full cover for Mother's Night.
Shows a hare looking directly at the viewer against a moon and leafless trees.

0144

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Finally! A Fragile Thing paperback is showing up in amazon US and CA via Bookvault. Hardback is available too - for the UK (as it's a special edition, that might change as Bookvault develops). mybook.to/A-Fragile-Th...

A Fragile Thing book cover with title and author name at the bottom in white, a flourish sits between them. Above, a caped figure walks away from the viewer towards gothic buildings lit at night.

030

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Almost there! Tomorrow is the day I'll be sharing the cover for this tale which delves even further back into our island folklore. Mother's Night, Rise of the Hare Witch - the third (but standalone) instalment in the Five Turns universe. #folkhorror #indie #booksky #folklore #horror

Hidden cover of Mother's Night Rise of the Hare Witch on an icy background.
Beneath it are the opening two lines from the book: Winter's howl brought the wolves to the door. And when the lights went out, they entered.

0102

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Indie reading recently has been this fun YA monster tale from Jon Cohn via @crystallake.bsky.social for @horrortree.com review. Thoroughly enjoyed. Also had the privilege of reading Mia Dalia's A Witch to Live which will be out later this year. Beautiful dystopian novella you need to look out for!

Book Cover of Rituals in the Night, Odder, Alaska: Book 1 by Jon Cohn
Title in red at top of page.
Centre has two figures, left is dishevelled young male with black wing holding a torch, on the right, a young woman with bear-like hand and claws.

0101

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The nights begin to draw in and it's almost time. Mother's Night - Rise of the Hare Witch lurks in the shadows. Published by @brigidsgatepress.bsky.social this latest instalment is standalone, even though some familiar Folk appear. A proper celebration of Yule as only the Folk know how.

A graphic showing book covers of Five Turns of the Wheel, Reborn on the left and As the Wheel Turns and the hidden cover of Mother's Night on the right. In the middle a man stands holding a blazing torch. Above him a wheel and the slogan 'The Wheel Keeps Turning'.

030

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

The reply bit wasn't working when I saw this post first 😅. I'll say thank you here, too! And throw this in. Book Reveal for Mother's Night, Rise of the Hare Witch coming Sept 1st! The third novel in the Five Turns universe, it is a standalone folk horror for Yule.

Hidden book cover for Mother's Night, Rise of the Hare Witch set against snowy forest background.

164

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Thanks, Steve! Out in October is a unique horror noir anthology, The Devil's Justice in New Arona, ed. @moanariafc.bsky.social & @paippolito.bsky.social. It contains interlinking stories set in city imploding societally and physically. www.amazon.co.uk/Devils-Justi... #HorrorWritersChat

Book cover for The Devil's Justice in New Arona.
Title at the top against a black background. Beneath this is a line drawing of sky scrapers and buildings collapsing amongst swirling feathers. In front of this scene is a woman hiding her face with her hands.
Insert: Edited by Moaner T. Lawrence, Frances Lu-Pai Ippolito, Ken Hueler sits bottom left.

1144

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Winter is coming and with it the Folk. Permission has been granted by @brigidsgatepress.bsky.social to share the cover of Mother's Night, Rise of the Hare Witch. Created by @ruthannaevans.bsky.social it captures the mood perfectly. But 'yule' have to wait til September 1st! #booksky #folkhorror

071

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Bookvault experiment continues. My hardback version of A Fragile Thing arrived this morning and I am delighted with how it's turned out! I've just got the book data at Nielsen set up so it might be a while to filter through and allow me to set up distribution. #indie #gothic #horror #booksky

1171

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

This is my year so far. Not bad ... (A lot of this are things written a while ago, apart from Rat-She, just took time to appear, before people think I wrote everything this year!) #booksky #horrorwriting #horror

Shows books Rat-She and A Fragile Thing bookending a collection of 4 anthologies: Ogerog, The Devil's Justice in New Arona, 1876, and Nordic.

061

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Another story which has had to lurk for a while now sees the light in Nordic from Sentinel Creatives! In my tale, Meat, Elizabeth Stride (later famous for tragic reasons) encounters the Fossegrimmen. #booksky #horror #horrowriting #norse

Cover of Nordic Anthology of Weird Horror
Dark pick tones, showing two ravens at the front in foliage with houses behind. A wolf and a troll lurk.

0101

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

The stars are aligning! The proper print details for A Fragile Thing are linked to ebook at amazon (hardback is not via me btw - yet) www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1066716226 Non amazon purchase: ebook: payhip.com/b/YOoXE Great British Bookshop: shop.bookvault.app/product/a-fr... #gothic #booksky #horror

Print wrap of A Fragile Thing
Colour on front, black and white on back.
Blurb:
Victorian London.
Isaac Bercow is a man with great aspirations, nothing to lose, and an offer he can't refuse.
Determined to make society notice - and believe in - his powers of mesmerism, Isaac finds himself caught in a trap of deceit, danger, and diabolical dealings.
The mind is a fragile thing, and fragile things are easily broken.

081

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

1876 Stories of a Vintage Year is now available as both ebook and print. Stories guaranteed to teach a little of Wrexham's amazing history - and raise money for Wrexham's Carnival of Words mybook.to/1876 #booksky #Wrexham #historicalfiction

Today's snippet is from 'The Sound of Darkness' by Samantha Maxwell:

I lifted my heel and tapped it gently against the
floorboards. The leather made a hollow sound. ‘See these
boots,’ I said. ‘They weren’t always like this. Once they were
thick pit boots. Hard soles. Built to keep the ground out.’
I felt Tomos’s fingers press down on the worn leather.
‘So, why’d you change them?’
‘Because thick boots shut the world away. Thin ones
let it speak.’

On the right is a statue of a miner in Wrexham. On the left, below the snippet, the book 1876 with a red dragon.

042

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Finished, and enjoyed, The Dead of Summer ed. @johnnymains.co.uk. Nice to find 'new' old stories rather than the same selections that crop up. Moving on to non-fiction with Wallington's World. Back to the 17th century. 😁 #FridayReads

Cover of Dead of Summer, Strange Tales of May Eve and Midsummer. Gold detail and lettering on red background.

Black and white image of a 17th c printer. Cover of Wallington's World by Paul S. Seaver

050

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Today's offering is the second from Marie Anne Cope. A bit of a what if? chiller on the streets of Wrexham. 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year - profits go to Wrexham's Carnival of Words. mybook.to/1876 #booksky #Wrexham

Snippet from Marie Anne Cope's 'Prelude':
Now, I’m not blaming them for what happened next, but I do feel some responsibility should lie at their door. Maybe that’s why no one was ever told the truth about that exhibition and what visitors saw there that bright August day. All I know is that I scoured the papers in the days that followed, as we waited to depart, and nothing was written about the late additions to the exhibition. Not … one … word!

On the right is current photo of mine showing Wrexham with some of its older buildings.
On the left below the snippet is the book cover, a red dragon and order details.

051

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

'The Quilter's Apprentice' by Rachel Harris addresses the movement towards greater women's rights, as well as the deep bonds of friendship existing in the rural communities. 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year - all profits go to support Wrexham's Carnival of Words mybook.to/1876 #booksky #Wrexham

On the right is the mural representation of Wrexham Tailor's Quilt

On the left is a snippet from 'The Quilter's Apprentice' by Rachel Harris:
'Her voice, low and urgent, makes Llinos nervously check the hidden package again. ‘Yes. Have you got word to her?’ Llinos asks, pleased when her friend nods and says that the group quilting day is settled for a couple of days ahead. Llinos checks, but there is no one nearby.'

Below this is cover of 1876 book and a red dragon

090

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The Welsh didn't just stay in Wales. The curse of the Mari Lwyd followed one particular Welshman all the way to the USA. A story based on historical fact. 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year - profits go to Wrexham's Carnival of Words #Wrexham #historicalfiction #booksky mybook.to/1876

Snippet of The Only Welshman on the left:

Christmas at Dinas, eight years earlier. William had
been nineteen, just lost his tada, and the family had been
hoping for better fortune, when the black-faced Leader, Y
Arweinydd, had brought the sheet-draped horse’s head and
his party—the Merryman with his fiddle, and all the rest—
to hammer on their door.
William’s mother, still grieving the loss of her
husband, had opened the door to them, and the Leader
had sung his song.

Cover of 1876 book below it and red dragon below that.

On right is image of the Mari Lwyd

0151

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Wrexham's Year of Wonder featured an amazing exhibition. Iwan Berry's story is an unusual take from some very special exhibits. 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year - all profits go to support Wrexham's Carnival of Words. mybook.to/1876 #booksky #historicalfiction #history #wrexham

Exhibition hall with busts of Greek Gods on right, crowds of people milling around in vast hall.
On left is snippet from 'The Gentler Themes of Peace' by Iwan Berry.

'Lovely, isn’t it?’ said a voice from somewhere to his
left.
There was a time when Hermes might have fixed the
owner of that voice with a withering glare, but as he could
not turn and his face was frozen in a mask of indifference,
he settled himself with what he hoped would be a no less
stinging pause.

Below is book cover for 1876 and a red dragon

082

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

'In Frederick's Footsteps' by Madeleine L. Dale is a remarkable reminder that Wrexham had a link to the abolitionist movement in the US and subsequently hosted the Jubilee Singers of Fisk University in 1876. 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year - all profits go to support Wrexham's Carnival of Words.

Image on the right shows American Abolitionist Frederick Douglass.
On the right is snippet from book:
I am afraid I will not ‘hear’ their songs. I would have … with the enclosed. It was how I felt in my bones and in my heart what you said in this little town thirty years ago. How did I achieve that or hope to hear ‘Go Down Moses,’ as one who is called ‘deaf and dumb?’ I will tell you.

Below is 1876 cover, red dragon below that.

110

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 09/08/2026

Like many Victorian towns and cities, Wrexham had its own workhouse, one to avoid. SW Fellows tale is that of a young lad and his experiences once he does manage flee. 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year - profits go to supporting Wrexham's Carnival of Words. #booksky #wrexham

Picture of Wynnstay Arms Hotel on left (it features in story). On the right is snippet from SW Fellows:
'I spot a chestnut mare pressed up against the iron
railings. She seems scared, and the sides of her eyes are
white with fear. I stroke her neck and talk to her, running
my fingers through her thick black mane. She turns her
head towards me and pushes her soft muzzle into my hand.
‘You want to escape, don’t you, like I did this morning?’
I whisper to the horse.'
Below this is cover of 1876 anthology and red dragon below that.

052

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

And as well as buzzed and a million flying ants, also this fellow.

141

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Walk on Ruabon moor this evening. Came across this ( buzzard we think), so close!

020

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Didn't I say the Victorians loved their funerals and cemeteries? Today's snippet is from Fiona Holland, a man's look back at what was and what could've been. Proceeds from sales go to support Wrexham's Carnival of Words. #booksky #wrexham #welcometowrexham #YearofWonder

Snippet from 'Before They Take Me Down' by Fiona Holland at top left of graphic:

The army teaches you how to survive. That Gwell angau na Chywilydo—death is better than dishonour. But these days, what honour is there in survival?

Below is cover of 1876 anthology, a red dragon below that, and
Available 15th August with pre-order details (https://mybook.to/1876) next to it.
On right are grave stones beside a tree.

150

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

So much seems to happen all at once and more to come soon! #booksky

Book covers for Ogerog Annual, 1876 anthology, The Devil's Justice Anthology and A Fragile Thing novel.

0167

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Thanks, Mary! A Fragile Thing is a gothic horror set in 1888. Hypnotist Isaac Bercow makes a deal with demonic Genesis Caul. In doing so, he lets monsters walk ... www.thegreatbritishbookshop.co.uk/products/a-f... Amazon: mybook.to/A-Fragile-Th... #HorrorWritersChat

Front cover of A Fragile Thing. Title and Author name on lower dark half of cover. Above, a cloaked figure walks away from viewer towards illuminated gothic buildings at night.

073

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

2 for 1 today! Sharing snippets from 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year, written by Wrexham Writers Group. Proceeds go to support Wrexham's literary festival Carnival of Words. This is Roy Tappin's take on how the 1876 celebrations came into being. #booksky #historical #wrexham #welcometowrexham

Shows mural from Wrexham football club wall (my photo) of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in Welsh garb and Croeso i Wrecsam (Welcome to Wrexham) between them.
On the left is book cover for 1876.
Above is snippet from Roy Tappin's work:
"Take those two philanthropists who frequent that football club you like so much."
"Do you mean Lord Reynolds and Sir Rhys McElhenney? What about them?

... told them they would be buying Wrexham Football Club next! As if they would do such a thing."

030

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Sharing snippets from 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year, written by Wrexham Writers Group. Proceeds go to support Wrexham's literary festival Carnival of Words. Today, it's one of my stories in the book. This is "Blind Faith" celebrating anniversary of rehanging of bells of St Giles. #booksky

Shows church of St Giles on the right. On the left is cover of 1876 Stories of a Vintage Year and pre-order date of 15th August below a red dragon.
Above book cover is a snippet:
'As he took another hesitant step forward, hoping he was nowhere near the mine shafts dotted about the vicinity, he wished he could something, anything - even the bells which had tormented his days and nights. On cue, a bell rang out ahead of him. Quiet, barely discernible, but definitely a bell. He took another step.'

030

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

I've been dying to mention this antho for ages! Interlinked noir stories combine to create the unique The Devil's Justice in New Arona. So pleased to be part of this amazing lineup. Out 10/10/2026. Cover by @christinogle.bsky.social @paippolito.bsky.social @moanariafc.bsky.social

Black print wrap for The Devil's Justice in New Arona. On front this title is in red and white. Below is image of cityscape falling with feathers swirling around it. At the front a woman holds her hands over her face.

073

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Here's my review of @coyhall.bsky.social's latest book. Of course a 5*! www.goodreads.com/review/show/...

Cover of Devilry in Godling Wood. Title at bottom. Author name at top. Medieval robed figure on a horse with cloven hooves and pig-like face.

1215

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

Currently here. I may have bought books. Might buy some more tomorrow 😂

Snow White and the seven dwarfs on a train. One engine plus 3 wagons. Sign says Hay on Wye underneath.

070

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Currently halfway through ARC of @coyhall.bsky.social upcoming novel, Devilry in Godling Wood. Thoroughly enjoying it.

Cover of Devilry in Godling Wood by Coy Hall.
Shows image of medieval robed man on a strange horse reading up over a serpent/dragon- like dog.

2112

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Having seen Gary Numan recently, thought it apt to share this found poem from a few years back which blends Dust (Gary Numan) with Yen (Slipknot).

010

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Back from Buckley. Gary Numan performed at small venue up the road. Excellent show and support Divine Shade were good too!

Gary Numan and guitarists on stage. View from standing.

Gary Numan between 2 guitarists on stage

240

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

I have an new short story out in the inaugural Ogerog Annual from Korey Dawson. Full of weird horror AND original art. He has taken huge care commissioning art for this. The cover reflects my story, Eye of the Giant. www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0HBRCLSH...

Cover of Ogerog Annual showing a woman before a monolith which has a hole in it. On the other side are demons against an orange sky.
Authors listed on front: Matthew M. Bartlett, Richard Beauchamp, Matthew V. Brockmeyer, Bobby Derie, Stephanie Ellis, Liam Fleming, Coy Hall, Viggy Parr Hampton, M. Grant Kellermeyer, Jo Kaplan, Dusty Rose, Matthew Trifan, Brooke Warra. Plus titles of some articles.

Black and white image of pumpkin figure looking at a horse's head on the bed.

An Igor figure carrying a cross around which tentacles are coiled.

123

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Delighted to appear in this stellar line up for Korey Dawson's inaugural Ogerog annual. And the cover is based on my short story Eye of the Giant - truly honoured! #booksky #horror #horrorwriting #weird Available here www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0HBMJGZQ...

Cover of Ogerog annual showing a woman approaching a monolith with a hole in its body. Set against a fiery sky with demons leaping. On the left is a list of contributors.

083

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Haven't been to Minera for a little while, old lime kilns have now been made more visible. Minera quarry still a favourite place to walk (rarely any other people!).

Disused lime kilns partially hidden by undergrowth

010

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Gothic horror. Victorian East End A manipulative demon A deluded hypnotist A murderer walks the streets Read the 1st chapter here (with links to either amazon or my own store for the ebook): stephanieellis.org/gothic/ Paperback out 1st August! #booksky #gothic #horrorwriting #horror #FridayReads

Front cover of A Fragile Thing. A cloaked figure walks away from the viewer towards gaslit gothic buildings.

0124

Stephanie Ellis @stephellis.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Visited King Offa in Plas Power woods this evening. He's pointing to the part of Offa's Dyke which runs through the wood.

Tree carved with image of King Offs pointing into the distance. Surrounded by trees and foliage.

0191