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Devil's Nightmare Summer Promo

Have I got a deal for you! From now until Friday, July 15, you can get my bestselling supernatural occult horror novel Devil’s Nightmare for FREE! That’s right, zilch, nada, zippo, gratis! But wait, there’s more! (Am I sounding like a late-night infomercial yet?) You can also get the sequel, Devil’s Nightmare: Premonitions, for only 99 cents! All you need is an Amazon account and a Kindle. Heck, you don’t even need a Kindle, because Amazon has nifty apps you can download on your iPad, iPhone, or whatever device you use to read e-books.

Below are descriptions of the first two books in the Devil’s Nightmare series with universal links to download each of them from Amazon.

Devil’s Nightmare (Book 1)

Veteran homicide detective Aaron Sanders thought he’d seen it all, but nothing could have prepared the seasoned detective for the mutilated remains of a kid’s parents or the equally vicious deaths of three boys at another crime scene. As Aaron works to solve the cases and protect his only witness, an orphaned child, he learns of an ancient curse that leaves him questioning all he’s ever believed. Now, to save himself and the child, Aaron must confront his own inner demons, and some he never knew existed. But if he does, will he make it out alive?

Devil’s Nightmare is an occult suspense horror novel by Robert Pruneda, who shakes readers with his visually graphic scenes, supernatural twists, and disturbing settings in this first installment of the Devil’s Nightmare series

Get it FREE on Amazon

Devil’s Nightmare: Premonitions (Book 2)

Sequel to the bestselling horror novel Devil’s Nightmare, Robert Pruneda brings readers another horrific thriller full of twists, chills, and a shocking conclusion. Two years have passed since Aaron Sanders retired from the Austin Police Department after what the media has labeled The Saint Hedwig Massacre. He moves his family out of the capital city to start a new life as a small town cop in Lost Maples, Texas, where he is once again caught in the middle of a mysterious investigation that has an eerie familiarity. This time, however, something even more sinister is responsible for the violent deaths. Evil knows no boundaries, and it is up to Aaron to figure out how to protect the residents of his community, and his family, from becoming its next victims

Get it for $0.99 on Amazon

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Robert “Sharky” Pruneda is a native Texan, video game “enthusiast” [addict], and fan of all things horror. He left a career in the newspaper industry in 2011 to pursue the life of a nocturnal author, brainstorming new and creative ways to creep out his readers. He doesn’t only write horror though. He also pens the occasional family-oriented tale just to keep from going completely nuts with all those creatures of the night whispering in his ears. When he’s not pulling ideas out of his twisted brain, you’ll likely find him on social media or fighting alongside his fellow gaming buddies where they all get shot up into Swiss cheese (or turned into little bite-sized chunks because of “Sharky’s” obsession with explosives). Medic!

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UPDATE: Giveaway is now closed, but there will be more in the future. To read the newsletter announcing the winners CLICK HERE!

Over the past month I’ve been putting together a special Halloween treat for my newsletter subscribers. Some of my fellow authors have graciously donated their books for an exclusive Halloween giveaway consisting of twelve e-books, a $20 Amazon US gift card, and a signed copy of Devil’s Nightmare. To enter for a chance to win, simply sign up for Sharky’s VIP Newsletter HERE or click/tap on the graphic below. Current newsletter subscribers are also eligible and are automatically entered.

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One lucky reader will receive the grand prize, but a few of the authors (including myself) will be giving away multiple copies of our books. Even if you don’t win the big prize, you’ll still have an opportunity to win a free e-Book. Here is a list of books that are up for grabs:

  • Devil’s Nightmare by Robert Pruneda (5 copies)
  • Black Dog & Rebel Rose by Danielle Smith
  • Burdin’s End by Alexander Nader (5 copies)
  • A Dark Assortment by Mikey Campling
  • Gristle & Bone by Duncan Ralston
  • Lakeshore Evil and Lakeshore Sanitarium by K.C. Harper (2 sets)
  • Shock of Night and Strident House by P. Mattern & M. Mattern (5 sets)
  • Print copy of Strident House by P. Mattern & M. Mattern
  • Tales of Blood & Sulphur by J.G. Clay
  • The Dead Cat Paradox by S.E. Rise
  • Undead Obsession: Finding Meaning in Zombies by Jessica Robinson

Winners will be notified via email the last week of October and announced in the Halloween newsletter on October 31. So, what are you waiting for? SIGN UP for Sharky’s VIP Newsletter today for a chance to win. You’ll also receive monthly updates on writing projects, other exclusive content (including FREE access to a horror anthology I’m writing), and other special giveaways. Good luck!

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Profile Photo (Cropped)Robert “Sharky” Pruneda is a native Texan, video game “enthusiast” [addict], and fan of all things horror. He left a career in the newspaper industry in 2011 to pursue the life of a nocturnal author, brainstorming new and creative ways to creep out his readers. He doesn’t only write horror though. He also pens the occasional family-oriented tale just to keep from going completely nuts with all those creatures of the night whispering in his ears. When he’s not pulling ideas out of his twisted brain, you’ll likely find him on social media or fighting alongside his fellow gaming buddies where they all get shot up into Swiss cheese (or turned into little bite-sized chunks because of “Sharky’s” obsession with explosives). Medic!

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Welcome to Chumming with Sharky™, my blog series where I treat viewers from every corner of the deep blue sea with a taste of talented authors from a myriad of genres. This month, however, we’re switching things up a bit. I’m in the middle of a blog tour promoting the relaunch of Devil’s Nightmare and the gremlins in cyberspace killed the feed for my interview with the folks at Shut Up and Read. Luckily, my trusty team of assassins, ghost hunters, and zombie slayers were able to capture the head gremlin and recover the transcript.  So grab a pail of popcorn and kick back for my interview with Shut Up and Read. Click or tap on any image and enjoy the show.

Chumming with Sharky™

Robert “Sharky” Pruneda

with special guest host “Shut Up and Read.”

 

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Pack your bags and hop onto the tour bus, folks, because for the next two weeks we’re taking over the Internet for the Devil’s Nightmare Bewitching Blog Tour and Mega Giveaway. I’ve got special spotlight features lined up, book reviews, guest posts, interviews, and some really cool prizes including: two paperback copies of Devil’s Nightmare, two e-book copies of Devil’s Nightmare, and a grand prize pack that includes a signed copy of Devil’s Nightmare, swag items, and a $25 Amazon US gift card. But you have to get on the tour bus for a chance to win! No purchase necessary, but buying Devil’s Nightmare will help me feed my four-legged children: Jadie, Xena, Lola, and Cujo. 🙂

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Don’t worry, though, I’m not going to spam your inbox every day. Instead, I’ve listed the tour schedule below. If you want to join me on this tour, just follow me on social media (links below). I’ll share the links to each post on Facebook, Twitter, and Google+ each day. All aboard!

Bewitching Blog Tour Bus

Monday, July 20
Evelyn Shepherd’s Blog
Devil’s Nightmare: Designing the Perfect Cover

Indy Book Fairy
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

Tuesday, July 21
Books Chatter
Interview with Robert “Sharky” Pruneda

The Mysterious Ink Spot
Tuesday’s Treasured & Tipsy Timeslip: 5 Creepy Destinations

Wednesday, July 22
Shut Up and Read
Chumming with Sharky™ Special Edition – Interview and Spotlight

Ogitchida Kwe’s Book Blog
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

Thursday, July 23
Shyla’s Thoughts
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

CBY Book Club
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

Brayton’s Book Buzz
Devil’s Nightmare Book Review

Friday, July 24
Brayton’s Briefs
Devil’s Nightmare: Behind the Scenes

Literary Musings
Interview with Robert “Sharky” Pruneda

Monday, July 27
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Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature and Book Review

Eskimo Princess Book Reviews
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

FUOnlyKnew: Laura’s Ramblings and Reviews
Devil’s Nightmare Book Review

Tuesday, July 28
The Bookie Monster
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

Wednesday, July 29
I Smell Sheep
Hoarders: Sharky’s Dragon Collection

Books and Tales
Sharky’s Top 10 Indie Reads

Thursday, July 30
The Reader’s Hollow
The Hardest Thing About Writing Is . . .

Paranormal Romance and Authors That Rock
Devil’s Nightmare Book Review

Friday, July 31
Zenny’s Awesome Book Reviews
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

Sunday, August 2
Deal Sharing Aunt
Interview with Robert “Sharky” Pruneda

Monday, August 3
Fang-tastic Books
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

Lisa’s World of Books
Devil’s Nightmare Spotlight Feature

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The updated Forsaken Edition of Robert Pruneda’s best-selling supernatural occult horror is now available worldwide. Sign up for Robert’s VIP newsletter today to receive exclusive content, notification of upcoming books, and opportunities for special giveaways.

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Profile Photo (Cropped)Robert “Sharky” Pruneda is a native Texan, video game “enthusiast” [addict], and fan of all things horror. He left a career in the newspaper industry in 2011 to pursue the life of a nocturnal author, brainstorming new and creative ways to creep out his readers. He doesn’t only write horror though. He also pens the occasional family-oriented tale just to keep from going completely nuts with all those creatures of the night whispering in his ears. When he’s not pulling ideas out of his twisted brain, you’ll likely find him on social media or fighting alongside his fellow gaming buddies where they all get shot up into Swiss cheese (or turned into little bite-sized chunks because of “Sharky’s” obsession with explosives). Medic!

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That’s right. You read the headline correctly. My manager and I are looking for some folks who are interested in getting their hands on this awesome new Forsaken Edition of my Amazon best-selling supernatural occult horror Devil’s Nightmare. I originally released this novel as an independently published author, and I have been honored by the amount of support I’ve received over the past couple of years. As a new author in the horror industry, it’s hard to describe how it feels to know that thousands of people all over the world have read and enjoyed what I’ve written. Some haven’t, of course, but that just comes with the territory. And that’s okay, because it’s unrealistic to believe everyone will love what you write. I am pleased to know that the vast majority of my readers have enjoyed reading Devil’s Nightmare, though. And that is what helps make this journey so enjoyable. For that, I thank you.

One of the most exciting things that happened to me this year was the opportunity to sign a contract with innovative hybrid publisher Booktrope, and through their horror imprint Forsaken, I have been able to work with a team of very talented professionals to make Devil’s Nightmare even better. And on July 15, Forsaken will publish the second edition, professionally edited, and with a kick-ass new cover that fits the story perfectly. 

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Devil’s Nightmare currently has 114 reviews on Amazon, with a 4.1-star average rating, and has been exclusive to Amazon since the summer of 2013 through their Kindle Direct Publishing Select program. However, when we relaunch the Forsaken Edition of Devil’s Nightmare on July 15, we’ll be adding Barnes & Noble and Apple iTunes to our list of e-retailers, thus ending the exclusive e-book deal with Amazon. The Forsaken Edition of Devil’s Nightmare will also be available in paperback format.

Please join us in celebrating the Forsaken Edition release of Devil’s Nightmare. We are requesting reviews from readers, blogs, and fans. You will be provided an advance reader copy (ARC) of Devil’s Nightmare for your enjoyment. If you’re interested in reading and reviewing Devil’s Nightmare, please tap or click on the link below and we’ll transport you to a secure Google sign-up form. Thank you in advance, and I hope you enjoy reading Devil’s Nightmare.

Yes, I would like to receive a free Advance Review Copy of Devil’s Nightmare!

 

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Profile Photo (Cropped)Robert “Sharky” Pruneda is a native Texan, video game “enthusiast” [addict], and fan of all things horror. He left a career in the newspaper industry in 2011 to pursue the life of a nocturnal author, brainstorming new and creative ways to creep out his readers. He doesn’t only write horror though. He also pens the occasional family-oriented tale just to keep from going completely nuts with all those creatures of the night whispering in his ears. When he’s not pulling ideas out of his twisted brain, you’ll likely find him on social media or fighting alongside his fellow gaming buddies where they all get shot up into Swiss cheese (or turned into little bite-sized chunks because of “Sharky’s” obsession with explosives). Medic!

Pursue your dreams . . . and never look back.

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On the 6th day of the 6th month for 6 hours, the Forsaken Horror Hooligans took over Facebook for our first annual Forsaken Hooligan 666 Horror Fest. So, who exactly are the Forsaken Hooligans, you ask? Dim the lights, watch the video, and then stick around for a couple of giveaways.

That was just a small sample of the 70+ horror freaks that make up the Forsaken clan. If you didn’t know about the event, or maybe you just chose not to attend (Repent now!), I thought I’d give you a little taste of what you missed. I’ll also give you a couple of opportunities to win a prize!

Devil’s Nightmare (Forsaken Edition) Cover Reveal

On the 6th day of the 6th month at 6 p.m. I officially released the new cover art for my best-selling supernatural occult horror novel Devil’s Nightmare. This new and improved edition – published by Booktrope’s Forsaken horror imprint – will be available for sale worldwide on Wednesday, July 15.

Devil's Nightmare (Forsaken Edition) Cover, designed by Laura Hidalgo

I’ve got to give a special shout out to my awesome designer, Laura Hidalgo, for the amazing job she did redesigning the cover. After reading Devil’s Nightmare, she nailed it. It is a great representation of what to expect when reading my first horror novel. As an indie author, I originally published the e-book version with a very bad cover. I did have it professionally redesigned before the print edition came out, but now it has an even better cover for the Forsaken Edition!

If you like owning first edition copies of novels, for a limited time, Amazon still has the original paperback version available for only $8.95 as of this posting. There’s also ONE copy of the sequel available on Amazon with the original cover. I’ve officially taken Devil’s Nightmare: Premonitions (Book 2) off sale in preparation for the updated Forsaken edition, which I plan to announce at a later date. I do have a few first edition signed copies available, though. If interested in buying one, send me a message via the CONTACT page.

The “POST A SCARY HORROR CHARACTER” Contest

To kick things off after the cover reveal, I gave away some advance reader copies of Devil’s Nightmare (Forsaken Edition). To win, participants posted pics of their favorite horror characters.

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YOU CAN WIN TOO! Tell me what your favorite horror character is in the comments and I’ll select one random person to win an advance reader copy of Devil’s Nightmare (Forsaken Edition). Good luck!

The Forsaken Hooligans “I AM NOT POSSESSED” Meme Contest.

I only hosted for thirty minutes, so you can imagine how quickly things went. But I did manage to get another contest in to give away “Girls Rock Horror Harder,” the first issue of the Forsaken Hooligans e-Zine. To win, participants posted pictures to go with the meme “I am not possessed . . . Trust me!” I had some great entries.  

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The little pooch in the slideshow is my dog Xena. Those eyes weren’t glowing from the camera flash, either; she was actually possessed! Shortly after taking that photo, I had to call a dog whispering exorcist. He went missing weeks ago. Xena claims she had nothing to do with it. 🙂

Forsaken Horror Hooligans Love Heavy Metal

We took a short break from the festivities to post some of our favorite metal head and creepy music videos. To go with our 666 horror theme, I posted Iron Maiden’s “The Number of the Beast.”

What’s your favorite heavy metal band? I personally love Iron Maiden, Metallica, Queensrÿche, and Twisted Sister. Let’s get a conversation going in the comments. I’ll randomly select one of you to win another prize. It could be a book, a gift card, or maybe even a special visit from my possessed pooch Xena. You won’t know if you don’t comment.

The Horror Movie Poster Contest

What’s a horror party without some cool horror posters, right? So, for my next contest I asked revelers to follow me on Twitter and then post their favorite horror movie posters for a chance to win an e-book copy of Devil’s Nightmare (Forsaken Edition) when it’s available on July 15.

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So, what’s your favorite horror movie of all time? What sticks in your mind that got you interested in the horror genre? Post your answer in the comments for a chance to win an e-book copy of Devil’s Nightmare (Forsaken Edition) on July 15. I’m feeling very generous today, so post those comments, folks!

Short Horror Movie Time

Okay, Xena and Cujo are chasing the mailman again, so while I rescue the poor fella, pull out a comfy mat and enjoy this short horror flick I found on YouTube. I also posted it during the event. It’s out of season, but “Dark Elf” should give you a nice dose of the chills.

Ah, there’s nothing like a creepy kid and a psycho Santa to get you into the holiday spirit this summer.

The Creepy Santa Contest

All of this occurred in a span of thirty minutes, and let me tell you, my keyboard was smoking. I had just enough time to have one final contest. Sticking with the creepy Christmas theme, I asked my horror fest party goers to post scary Santa pics for a chance to win my grand prize . . . a signed paperback copy of Devil’s Nightmare (Forsaken Edition) and some cool swag.

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Is it just me, or did I see an evil version of Tim Allen’s The Santa Clause? Anyway, I had a blast during the first annual Forsaken Hooligans 666 Horror Fest, and I hope you join us next year. Mark your calendars, because we’ll be spreading our evil intent again on June 6, 2016.

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Profile Photo (Cropped)Robert “Sharky” Pruneda is a native Texan, video game “enthusiast” [addict], and fan of all things horror. He left a career in the newspaper industry in 2011 to pursue the life of a nocturnal author, brainstorming new and creative ways to creep out his readers. He doesn’t only write horror though. He also pens the occasional family-oriented tale just to keep from going completely nuts with all those creatures of the night whispering in his ears. When he’s not pulling ideas out of his twisted brain, you’ll likely find him on social media or fighting alongside his fellow gaming buddies where they all get shot up into Swiss cheese (or turned into little bite-sized chunks because of “Sharky’s” obsession with explosives). Medic!

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I couldn’t think of a better way to kick off this exciting news than with that awesome trailer that S.E. Rise created for me. For those of you who also follow me on Facebook and Twitter, you may have seen me post things about a special project I’ve been working on for the past few months. Today, I’d like to officially announce that I have signed with Booktrope’s Forsaken Imprint to re-launch my best-selling horror novel Devil’s Nightmare worldwide on multiple platforms. So, what exactly does this mean? Well, for starters, Devil’s Nightmare has gone through a professional edit, cover redesign, and will no longer be exclusive to Amazon. Devil’s Nightmare will still be the kick-ass story that readers have enjoyed since I published it as an indie in 2013 . . . just better and distributed to a much wider audience. If you haven’t read Devil’s Nightmare yet (shame on you!), look for the new and improved “Forsaken Edition” on July 15.

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Now, this is where you come in. We need your help to spread the word about the re-launch of Devil’s Nightmare. We’re looking for people who are interested in joining an exclusive social marketing team dedicated to providing feedback and helping spread the word about Devil’s Nightmare. As a member of the launch team, you’ll not only receive a free electronic edition of the book before it’s available to the public, but also gain behind-the-scenes access to me and the rest of the Devil’s Nightmare Creative Team via a secret Facebook group. We’ll definitely keep you entertained! In return, all we ask is you leave an honest review of Devil’s Nightmare, share the release date and your feedback with everyone and anyone you may know, and give us your input on how to reach a wider audience.

Interested? Awesome! Please send your name & email address to my marketing manager at Melissa.Flickinger@Booktrope.com or contact me HERE.

Thank you!

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Memorial Day ContestWho doesn’t like winning free stuff? I know I do. Up for grabs is a $25 Amazon (US) gift card and signed first edition copy of my Amazon best-selling horror novel Devil’s Nightmare. How cool is that? All you need to do for your chance to win this awesome prize is click on the creepy image below and sign up for my VIP newsletter. Be sure to check your email afterwards to confirm your subscription. Here’s what you’ll get for subscribing:

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The fine print: Eligible for residents of the United States and Canada only. Amazon gift card is only redeemable at Amazon.com (USA). The newsletter subscriber giveaway ends at 11:59 p.m. (CDT) on Monday, May 25, 2015. Winners will be notified via email, smoke signals, or carrier pigeon. If you have any questions, feel free to post it in the comments or via the contact form.

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Collateral Damage by Frederick Lee BrookeI was gifted a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. It took me a while to finish it because I stopped reading before giving it another chance. I just couldn’t get into it at first, but I’m glad I did give it another shot. Overall, Collateral Damage is a good novel with a decent plot and interesting characters. However, as much as I wanted to give this book a higher rating, I just couldn’t because of a few nagging details.

First of all, the point of view threw me off at first. Collateral Damage is written in first person POV, but from the perspective of two different characters, Annie and her fiancee Salvatore. To the author’s credit, he clears this up by giving each chapter a title (i.e. Annie or Salvatore, depending on whose perspective it is). This my first time reading a novel with that type of style. Don’t get me wrong, it does work, and the author does a decent job, but as a reader it just confused me at first. I had to go back and re-read a few pages before noticing the change in chapter titles and realizing what the author was doing.

While I enjoyed the story overall, some parts it just had me rolling my eyes. I thought Annie Ogden made some unbelievably bad choices. I don’t want to spoil anything, but lets just say if an ex-lover of yours suddenly resurfaces and then does some really creepy things to you, why the hell would you just hop into his car and drive to Florida with him? This is after this creep did a couple of really cruddy things to you. Red flag, anyone? She makes a series of very poor choices with this guy, which is why, sadly, I just did not like Annie’s character. Annie is a private investigator and Army veteran, so I expected her to have a bit more common sense. There’s also a part of the story where she experiences a traumatic event and then the next day is helping a friend cater a charity event. Really? Just not very believable. That’s really my main complaint of the story.

There were also a few other minor issues in the writing, such as the occasional typo here and there, but I’m not a grammar cop, so I just read what the author meant. No biggie. However, and this is coming from someone who is a Corvette enthusiast, you would think that Chevrolet sponsored this novel by the amount of times “Corvette” or “Vette” was mentioned in the story. All it needed was the Chevy bow tie on the cover. I’m not exaggerating. I love Corvettes, but even I got a bit tired of seeing the brand. Just some friendly advice to the author . . . just say “car” after it’s been established that the vehicle the character is driving is a Corvette. Also, unless the car is repainted, we don’t need to know it’s black after the first couple of times.

If you can overlook some of the distracting issues I pointed out, I would recommend Collateral Damage, because it really was entertaining, flowed well, and easy to read.

About the Author

Frederick Lee Brooke Profile PicFrederick Lee Brooke launched the Annie Ogden Mystery Series in 2011 with Doing Max Vinyl and followed with Zombie Candy in 2012, a book that is neither about zombies nor sweets. The third mystery in the series, Collateral Damage, appeared in 2013. Saving Raine, the first book in Fred’s entirely new series, The Drone Wars, appeared in December 2013, and was followed by its sequel, Inferno, in June 2014.

A resident of Switzerland, Fred has worked as a teacher, language school manager and school owner. He has three boys and two cats and recently had to learn how to operate both washing machine and dryer. He makes frequent trips back to his native Chicago.

When not writing or doing the washing, Fred can be found walking along the banks of the Rhine River, sitting in a local cafe, or visiting all the local pubs in search of his lost umbrella.

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** THE KINDLE VERSION WILL BE 99¢ DECEMBER 25-31, 2014 **

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That’s right! The jolly ‘ol fat guy in a red and white suit took over my Kindle Direct Publishing account. For a limited time, you can get your hands on the first book in the Devil’s Nightmare series for only 99 cents (via Kindle Countdown Deal in U.S.A.). That’s two bucks off the regular price. And if you prefer paperback, Amazon and Barnes & Noble currently has the book discounted at $8.95 (free Kindle version with purchase at Amazon). Heck, while you’re at it, why not grab the sequel on Kindle too? It’s only $2.99.

Here’s what others have said about Devil’s Nightmare:

A True Horror Story“I loved the twists and turns about the book. What really got me was the characters. You got to know them and sided with or against them. You never knew exactly what happened until near the end but that is what made it good. You never want to know the details at the beginning or it ruins the book. This was a cross between a great detective novel and a horror story. Loved it!!!!!!” | ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆

Awesome Eerie Thriller | For some time now I’ve been considering reading this book, but kept putting off because the description just didn’t call to me. However, based on reviews I decided to give it a chance and started it yesterday. I’m really glad I did because it was awesome!! It had a nice plot and it kept me guessing up until the end. If you think you know what is going on…who the bad guys are, most likely what you’re thinking is wrong. It wasn’t too long, but not too short…and again, it didnt have any boring parts in my opinion. Did I mention I started yesterday afternoon and am done today?? If you like eerie suspense novels with other worldly twists then this is a must read.” | ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆

Love the Twists! | “This was a great read! I love a good horror story, and this one not only brought the scary, but it brought in the elements of suspense and thriller. A crime novel with a horror-twist. The plot kept me interested and as each new twist came along, it drew me in even further. Lots of unexpected things going on, and things I never saw coming! It was one of those books that had you sitting forward in your seat and saying, “What?” out loud and making everyone in the room stare at you like you’re crazy. Loved it.” | ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆

A Must Read Book | “Had I even had an inkling about the plot I would not have bought it thinking it would not be my kind of book. I would have missed out on a great adventure in reading. I could not read fast enough to keep up with what my brain waves wanted to find out next. Unbelievably scary and spinetingling. DO NOT MISS THE OPPORTUNITY TO READ THIS BOOK, just make sure you have enough time to read it through before starting it because you won’t be able to put it down!!!! Great surprise ending.” | ⋆⋆⋆⋆⋆

A Beast From Hell | “People in a small town are being slaughtered, and a homicide detective searches for a killer. The key to the mystery is a young boy who survived an attack that killed 3 of his friends. This book held my interest from beginning to end. The author did a good job of getting you to care about the characters, and the ending did not leave you hanging. Very good writing for a first novel!” | ⋆⋆⋆⋆

Synopsis:

Detective Aaron Sanders’ abilities and fortitude are put to the test when he investigates a brutal double-homicide where a boy’s parents are found mutilated inside their home. The boy is the only witness to the crime and his clothes are stained with his parents’ blood. His clothes are also tainted with the blood of other victims from a separate and even more horrific crime scene at a nearby cemetery. All of the victims appear to have been killed in the same manner and the boy knows the true identity of the evil responsible for the multiple deaths, but he is unwilling to talk. No one would believe him. A threat on the boy’s life and a disturbing nightmare causes Detective Sanders to question his beliefs and his own sanity. This investigation ultimately leads Sanders in a fight to save himself and the life of an orphaned boy from an unimaginable evil that is spawned from the curse of the devil’s nightmare.

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