I had high hopes last January that 2023 would be a very good year. Publication of my fourth Purple Scar story would be followed by at least two more stories as well as I would be able to complete some long delayed writing projects.
Alas, the Gods of Publishing decided to give me a lesson in humility. While I did get some important writing done, it was not what I had hoped for. And for whatever reasons, publication of several long- awaited projects did not happen. Blame the usual suspects; the publishing industry is a complicated world.
However, the year is ending on strong note. Recently I was delivered a welcome Holiday present. My short story, Doorway to Hell, was published in December in The Phantom Detective volume 2, published by Airship 27.
This is the second Phantom Detective story I have written for this series. My first story, Circle of Despair, was well received and in fact earned a nomination for that year’s Pulp Factory Awards. While my new PD story may not be that good, I think it is a fine little story. It has all the classic PD facets; lots of disguises, identity changes, suspects and clues. Just what you expect in a pulp mystery.
The other stories in this volume aren’t bad either. They are written by a trio of experienced writers, including the very talented Fred Adams Jr. So, if you’re looking for a good pulp mystery set in the classic 1930s, take a look at The Phantom Detective vol 2.
So, a strong end to the year. As for 2024 . . . it may very well start out strong also. I hear rumors that something might break soon. Let’s all hope so. At least there will be no more renovations to disturb my writing Chi this year.
See you soon.
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