Author Archives: Annie Neugebauer

Creation Credos: Fill in the Blanks

Posted on March 10, 2014 by Annie Neugebauer

For a long time, I had a quote from one of my favorite authors taped above my computer screen: “Let me be wise in my creation, let me be fierce in its defense, let me be true to my message … Continue reading →

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Why Women in Horror Month Is Important

Posted on February 17, 2014 by Annie Neugebauer

Did you know that February is Women in Horror Month (WiHM)? Unless you’re in the industry, the answer to that is probably no, although awareness and participation is spreading every year. The reaction people have when they hear this is … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Shirley Jackson

Posted on February 10, 2014 by Annie Neugebauer

I should go ahead and warn you up front: this is not a book review. This is the raving of an avid fan. How it took me so long to really discover Shirley Jackson I don’t know. I did read … Continue reading →

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The Differences Between Commercial and Literary Fiction

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Annie Neugebauer

I have blogged about this before, once to postulate a theory about literary fiction and once to clarify and defend commercial fiction. These are two of the most popular posts on my site in comments, shares, and searches. Obviously, this is … Continue reading →

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My Short Takes Interview

Posted on January 21, 2014 by Annie Neugebauer

Hi guys! I’ve been interviewed about writing (and reading) short fiction by Nancy Christie over at her blog Finding Fran. I’m her first guest in this new series she calls “Short Takes,” so I would love for you to stop by … Continue reading →

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