As January comes to a close, I am thrilled to share news that MELINDA WEST: MONSTER GUNSLINGER hit the #1 best-selling rank on Amazon a week ahead of its release! Thank YOU to everyone who supported this weird western horror adventure! It really means the world.
$.99 presale
The Kindle pre-sale price of just .99 cents is still ongoing for another week or so! Make sure to snag a copy while it’s at this awesome price.
Reviews: Library Journal, Horror DNA, Ginger Nuts of Horror and more
The reviews for MELINDA WEST: MONSTER GUNSLINGER are pouring in! Some highlights:
“KC Grifant comes out guns blazing with MELINDA WEST: MONSTER GUNSLINGER –a devious action-packed adventure set in a very weird version of the Old West. Fast, furious, and a hell of a lot of fun!“
-Jonathan Maberry, NY Times bestselling author of SON OF THE POISON ROSE and RELENTLESS
“This fun, imaginative, and confident series opener will be a massive crowd pleaser for general audiences, especially for those who enjoy a wide range of popular weird western offerings.”
–Library Journal (full review)
“Melinda West is the hero I’ve been waiting for as long as I can remember. The world and characters are vivid and magical. This story is a delight.“
–Kate Jonez, Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson Award-nominated author
You can peruse more reviews here or on Goodreads.
Upcoming Events
- Facebook Launch Party! Join me, publisher Brigids Gate Press, and a panel of weird west authors as we celebrate the launch of MELINDA WEST: MONSTER GUNSLINGER.
RSVP on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/940560143776692 or watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sOmZLVmd3gA. - I will be on NBC’s House of Mystery radio show, airing live in Los Angeles/ San Bernardo/ Palm Springs on KCAA 106.5 F.M./ 1050 A.M. You can also listen here: https://www.alanrwarren.com/house-of-mystery-radioshow.
- Along with other authors, I will be reading an excerpt from MELINDA WEST: MONSTER GUNSLINGER at Strange Worlds, Strong Women. Pre-register here: Pre-register: https://strongwomenstrangeworlds.weebly.com.
See details and more upcoming events, as well as past events, here.
How to Write a Short Story
I joined the excellent Hidden Gems podcast to discuss how to write–and publish–a short story. The discussion includes tips on how to create a strong plot and well-developed characters, the finances of short stories, and much more. You can listen here: https://www.hiddengemsbooks.com/podcast/episode-54/.
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