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Golem Character Introduction: Alena Francon

Golem Character Introduction: Alena Francon
Oct 03, 2021 by PD Alleva
Golem Character Introductions: Introducing Alena Francon. Artist. Philanthropist. Sculptor.

Fun Facts About Golem

Fun Facts About Golem
Sep 02, 2021 by PD Alleva
I do enjoy doing research, especially when that research has to do with history, and even more so, the history of my hometown New York. Considering that Golem takes place in the 1940’s and early 1950’s I needed to make sure I had the history and timeline of events spot on for the book, including the culture, fashion, what was the most popular candy for Halloween, and yes, even the misdeeds. 

Mindfulness Techniques to Combat Writers Block

Mindfulness Techniques to Combat Writers Block
Dec 30, 2020 by PD Alleva
We’ve all been there. That moment when the mojo just seems to slip away. When we stare at our word document with thoughts rattling in our skull. WTF? Where did it go? Even the thought of plucking away at our keyboard seems futile. Can’t think, can’t eat, can’t do a thing about the next great novel that had once contained so much brilliance you were sure this is the one. Here's Tip: Try Mindfullness!

Why Do I Write Science Fiction

Why Do I Write Science Fiction
Dec 16, 2020 by PD Alleva
Why do I write science fiction? Well, why not, why would I want to live in a third dimensional reality when I can cross time, space, pararell universes, and alternate dimensions?

Alchemy And Science Fiction

Alchemy And Science Fiction
Nov 19, 2020 by PD Alleva
Alchemy and Science Fiction: When I sat down to write The Rose, my original idea was to pen a short story, a prelude to a trilogy I was writing titled The Indigo Trials, with the purpose to provide a backstory to the super power that was featured in the trilogy. But what is the super power? Well, keep on reading because the answers are here.

7 Cult Classic Horror Films You Must Watch

7 Cult Classic Horror Films You Must Watch
Oct 15, 2020 by PD Alleva
7 Cult Classic Horror Films You Must Watch. From Killer Klowns to The Gate, this list arrives just in time to tickle those Halloween Horror fancies.

The Rose Vol. 1: A Little BackStory

The Rose Vol. 1: A Little BackStory
Oct 07, 2020 by PD Alleva
Every story has a back story. Here's a little informaiton on what's going on in The Rose Vol. 1

Pulp Fiction Reborn

Pulp Fiction Reborn
Sep 17, 2020 by PD Alleva
Pulp Fiction Reborn: The Pulp Fiction literary era is making a comback: Here's Why!

Pink Floyd and Silent Horror Films

Pink Floyd and Silent Horror Films
Sep 03, 2020 by PD Alleva
Perfect for Halloween. Silent Horror Films Paired with Pink Floyd Albums

Inspiration Through Nostalgia

Inspiration Through Nostalgia
Aug 20, 2020 by PD Alleva
People always ask, "How do you stay inspired?". My answer is quick and simple: Nostalgia

The Star Wars Influence

Jul 16, 2020 by PD Alleva
What is it about Star Wars that influenced the creative process while writing The Rose Vol. 1? Well, let’s delve into a few bit points that has made Star Wars the mega movie franchise it has become.

Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd Inspired Action Scenes

Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd Inspired Action Scenes
Jul 02, 2020 by PD Alleva
The Rose Vol. 1 was written to be an action packed, edge of your seat thriller that I refused to allow to let up. The story had to keep pumping, raising the stakes with twists and turns, and epic battle after epic battle. My goal was for the reader to anticipate upcoming fight scenes, wanting to read (and see) certain battles between specific characters. 

What is it about the human dark side that gives good stories?

What is it about the human dark side that gives good stories?
Jun 02, 2020 by PD Alleva
From Dante’s Inferno to Shakespeare’s many tragedies (Hamlet and Macbeth just to name a few), to Poe, Lovecraft and Stephen King, our infatuation with the human dark side has always been prevalent. Even Nicholas Sparks uses some form of tragedy in his books.

Author Interview: The Augmented Man by Joseph Carrabis

Author Interview: The Augmented Man by Joseph Carrabis
Mar 04, 2020 by PD Alleva
Author Interview: The Augmented Man by Joseph Carrabis. A Scifi Militay Thriller. 

Nine individuals are selected for Augmentation. They are bio- and genetically engineered into humaniform monsters and entered into combat with devastating results. 

Author Interview Sonya Deulina Williams

Author Interview Sonya Deulina Williams
Feb 10, 2020 by PD Alleva
Author Interview: Sonya Deulina Williams, Author of 'Mirrors: The Shadow Conspiracy': 

All Sarah wants is to find her father. All Sam wants is a sense of purpose. What they find is much more than either of them bargained for.

Author Interview Wendy Van Camp

Author Interview Wendy Van Camp
Jan 13, 2020 by PD Alleva
Author Interview Wendy Van Camp, author of The Planets: a scifaiku poetry collection: This collection of 108 science fiction haiku poems (scifaiku) will take you on a journey of exploration showcasing tiny moments of wonder with each of the planets of our solar system.

Author Interview Jackie Keswick

Author Interview Jackie Keswick
Dec 03, 2019 by PD Alleva
Author Interview: Jackie Keswick, Author of Healing Glass a Fantasy / LGB / Romance. A dying city. An ancient, forgotten accord.

And two gifted men caught in a web of greed and dark magic.

Author Interview: Leslie Conzatti

Author Interview: Leslie Conzatti
Nov 19, 2019 by PD Alleva
Author Interview: Leslie Conzatti. Author of Princess of Undersea, a Fantasy/Fairy Tale Re-Telling 
Can two worlds, two lives, two hearts, truly become one?

Timothy Bateson Author Interview

Timothy Bateson Author Interview
Oct 19, 2019 by PD Alleva
Timothy Bateson Author Interview: UNDER A HUNTER’S MOON (Shadows Over Seattle: Prequel One)

Past and present collide for a wolf-shifter during a museum break-in.
 

Into Painfreak An Anthology

Into Painfreak An Anthology
Sep 23, 2019 by PD Alleva
“Into Painfreak” – An Anthology: You've been given the mark, now step into the heart of...PAINFREAK. This is a book that takes us deep, deep into the bowels of Painfreak, the traveling club that arises out of the dark and calls to those seeking the ultimate in pleasure and pain.