In the Shadow of the Skull: Origins
People frequently want to know where an author gets their ideas. My own inspiration tends to come from things I read about or see in...
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NaNoWriMo Interview with Amanda Desiree
NaNoWriMo 2023 may be over, but you can still prepare for next November, or for a writing project at any time of the year, by reviewing...
Guest Appearance on "Terror at Collinwood" Podcast
Recently I was given the opportunity to help spread some terror at Collinwood with horror hostess Penny Dreadful (aka Danielle Gelehrter)...
What is an Epistolary Novel, and Why Would Anybody Want to Write One?
Have you ever read an epistolary novel? First of all, what is an epistolary novel? The term "epistolary novel" refers to novels that take...
"Becoming Jane" in Los Angeles
If you are in the LA area, you have the opportunity to explore the exhibit "Becoming Jane: The Evolution of Dr. Jane Goodall," which...
Do You Let the Facts Get in the Way of a Good Story?
Does it bother you when an author writes something in a story that you know to be factually incorrect? Do historical anachronisms or...
Amanda Desiree on "Discovered Wordsmiths" Podcast
In October of 2021, author S.A. Schneider invited me on his "Discovered Wordsmiths" podcast, which is devoted to first-time authors. The...
Smithy Recognized for Strong Female Characters
Inkshares's "Break the Bechdel" Syndicate, which recognizes strong female characters in fiction, has chosen Smithy as its December book...
Smithy Supports Chimpanzee Sanctuaries
Smithy was largely inspired by the stories of research apes. Now proceeds from the sale of the book are going to help support former...
Smithy featured on "Cheers, Dears" - November 10, 2021
Recently, I was invited to "Cheers, Dears," a literary podcast hosted by author S. Faxon. We discussed my novel Smithy, "The Twilight...
Happy Halloween!
What better place to spend Halloween than in Newport, RI, where I've been able to revisit the Elms and Seaview Terrace (aka TV's...
"Ghosts Are People Too"--A Halloween Haunt by Amanda Desiree
An essay I wrote for the Horror Writers' Association's annual "Halloween Haunts" blog was recently posted: https://horror.org/halloween-h...
Author Appearance at North Torrance Library (October 2, 2021)
Earlier this month, I participated in my first live author event held at the North Torrance Library in Torrance, CA. This was the first...
Author Event in North Torrance (October 2, 2021)
Please join me at the North Torrance Library on Saturday, October 2nd at 3:00 for a discussion about Smithy, including a Q&A session. The...
From Seaview Terrace to Trevor Hall
Recently, Seaview Terrace, the Newport mansion that most influenced my vision of Trevor Hall, went up for sale. I've had the privilege of...
More Smithy Easter Eggs and Fun Facts
Here's some more behind the scenes trivia: The scene with the Rolling Stones record was the first one I wrote for the book. The...
Smithy Easter Eggs and Fun Facts
I infused Smithy with references to famous figures, haunted history, favorite authors and TV shows, and inside references for my friends....
Smithy in Newport
On a visit to Newport/Middletown, RI earlier this summer, I was thrilled to find Smithy shelved in "Local Interest" at the Barnes and...
Book Signing at Dark Delicacies (July 17, 2021)
Thank you to everyone who came out over the weekend to support Smithy! Special thanks to Del Howison and everyone at Dark Delicacies for...
"For the Love of Horror" Features Amanda Desiree
It was an honor to be interviewed by author Gwendolyn Kiste for her blog, "For the Love of Horror:" http://www.gwendolynkiste.com/Blog/fo...
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