David Brian's Blog - Posts Tagged "dark-fantasy"

This is the cover for my new novella, The Damnation Game. I'm in the process of finalizing some changes to my distribution channels, so I'll update you shortly with a definitive release date. Though both paperback and eBook will be released this month.

The Damnation Game is a novella length tale of the supernatural. The serial killer known as Catholic Jack is a man consumed with murderous intent. Meanwhile, Kate Stringer mourns for her own murdered husband, latest victim of the maniacal killer.

However, unknown to either predator or prey, there is another force now in play, something which lurks among the shadows.

Before the night is through, all involved are destined to learn the intricacies of the damnation game.

Footnote: The paper edition contains the bonus story 'Gloop!' formerly available only in eBook-format.

My new novella, The Damnation Game, is now available for purchase across the universe. (Okay, that may have been a slight exaggeration. But you get my drift, right?)

Doubtless there is an army of Nook users (another exaggeration. I really gotta cut this shit out!) currently cheering very loudly and wondering what the hell is occurring.

Let me explain. A while back I took the decision to pull the majority of my titles from wider distribution, opting instead to tie myself into Amazon's KDP Select program.

Slim sales via those other channels meant that it made good business sense to utilize the perks available to authors loyal to Amazon.
It was the right decision at the time.

However, I am regularly being asked when more of my titles will be back in wider circulation, particularly Carmilla: The Wolves of Styria, and The Cthulhu Child.

I understand the frustration of those using Kobo, Nook, and other such devices, when a title they seek is being cloistered by Amazon.

Hence I have taken the decision to start 'leaking' my titles back into the wider market. Whether this will be the right decision (for my wallet) remains to be seen. Getting things right is still a fine balancing act.

I know I have a wider readership than in earlier times, but only time will tell if that translates across the board enough to cover a loss in Amazon borrows.

Still, we'll give it a go. Hopefully I can cover any losses, and it'll stop me further alienating users of 'other' e-Readers.

Here's to the future. So join me and take a walk into darkness!

The Damnation Game is available in paperback and also via:
Amazon Kindle
Barnes & Noble
Kobo
Oyster
Page Foundry
Scribd
Tolino

Nightlife: Selected Cuts from Dark Albion, #2 is a short (seven-thousand word) eBook.
Originally published in the Dark Albion collection, an updated version is soon to be available as part of my 'Selected Cuts' series.

ARCs are currently available for anyone interested in reading and posting a review to Goodreads and Amazon.

The blurb: Jason Briggs' night may be about to go from bad to worse. An earlier break-up with his girlfriend was followed by an argument that ended in violence. Now, he finds himself alone among the hustle and bustle of Saturday night clubbers... And then he meets the girl.
Jason is attracted by the pretty stranger, but it quickly becomes apparent she is troubled and seeking assistance. Jason offers to help, though his motives are less than chivalrous.
However, there are other forces in play this night; other eyes watching, waiting, stalking...
Jason's life is about to get even tougher.

It's possible I've gone a bit bonkers! But, hell, it's Chrismastime and we're fast approaching the New Year, so why not see in 2018 with the chance of a few goodies.

I've decided to run multiple Goodreads Giveaways, so this is a great opportunity to celebrate seeing in the New Year with a *Signed* paperback (or five)!

You can click on individual titles above for further details, or visit my webpage and scroll to select which *Signed* book(s) you would love to win:
http://www.davidbrianwriting.co.uk/in...

Happy Christmas & Happy New Year to one and all!