As promised last week, here’s the short film based on my novel Blood Groove. Written and directed by Lisa Stock. Featuring Catherine Mancuso. Music: “Bottle of Jack” by Colleen Grace, used by permission.
I’m interviewed at Patricia’s Vampire Notes (and you can win an autographed book!)
It’s one week from the release of my vampire novel Blood Groove, and today I’m interviewed at Patricia’s Vampire Notes. You can also sign up for a chance to win a signed copy of Blood Groove. Be sure to stop by!
A second look at Love at First Bite
There’s no doubt 2008 was a huge year for vampires, with the completion of the Twilight book series and the release of the first film, HBO’s launch of True Blood, based on the Charlaine Harris books, and the surprise of Let the Right One In, a Swedish film based on John Ajvide Lindqvist’s novel. But it still wasn’t the biggest … Read More
From the set of the Blood Groove trailer
This is Catherine Mancuso as Fauvette, the heroine of Blood Groove. It’s the first time one of my characters has been brought to life, and let me tell you, it’s . . . magic. Watch for the full trailer, directed by Lisa Stock, next week!
Heaven’s Gate: a parable finds its time
I recently rewatched Michael Cimino’s 1980 film Heaven’s Gate. Yep, the notorious disaster that destroyed a studio and the career of its director. For background, check out the late Steven Bach’s book Final Cut. A quick synopsis: Harvard graduate Jim Averill (Kris Kristofferson) goes west and becomes marshal of Johnson County, Wyoming, a place settled mostly by Eastern European immigrants. … Read More
Library Journal on Blood Groove: "Edgy, enthralling, entertaining."
After the brief plot synopsis, the reviewer writes: Note to readers with delicate sensibilities: there are a few gory scenes, but only a few, and sexual seduction, because it is a primary vampire power, is often employed. Bledsoe’s debut urban fantasy is an intoxicating brew of mystery, humor, and horror. This edgy, enthralling, entertaining tale is recommended for all fantasy … Read More
Interviewed by Library Dad
Today I’m interviewed by Neil over at the Library Dad blog.
In The New Shetlander: Vernacular Abandon
The latest issue of The New Shetlander magazine contains my article, “Vernacular Abandon: Writing the Way We Speak.” I’m even mentioned in the Shetland News article about the current issue. This is an expansion of a blog post from January 2009 titled Are you William Faulkner? Check yes or no. Thanks to New Shetlander editorial committee member Mark Smith for … Read More
Resounding Adventures in Vintage Recording
I’ve learned this lesson many times in my life, but it keeps surprising me each time it happens: a subject in which I have no prior interest can become fascinating if it’s part of a well-told story. John Culshaw (1924-1980) was a producer with Decca Records in the late 1950s, specializing in their classical music division. This was an era … Read More
Guest blogging at Magical Musings
Today I’m guest-blogging at Magical Musings on finding the essential core quality for my vampire characters. Stop by and say hi!