Women in Horror Month

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Not sure if you heard, but besides being Black History Month it’s also Women in Horror Month. That link was yanked from the esteemed Kat Richardson and lists 92 female authors on it who lurk in the dark.

Of course, you may be wondering why it’s important to point out women who write horror. As a writer and game designer who also favors the genre, what I’ve found is that lists like these are great for readers and puts a dent in the stereotype that only ‘X’ type writes horror. I may write about cultists, for example, but that doesn’t mean I want to be one. Overlordess? Maaaaaayyyyyybbbbeeee… Why think small? HAH!

Every writer is unique–especially when it comes to a genre that explores what we fear. I hope you take advantage of the reading festivities if you’re into the genre. Huzzah! Or… Should I say… Booooooooooooo…

    Mood: T-minus how many days to Spring?
    Caffeinated Beverages Consumed: Well…
    Work-Out Minutes Logged Yesterday: Suh-weet! Gym time, baby.
    In My Ears: Beam Me Up by P!nk
    Game Last Played: Sonic All Star Racing Transformed
    Book Last Read: Witches Abroad by Terry Pratchett
    Movie Last Viewed: Transylvania 6-5000!
    Latest Artistic Project: *Still* *still* *still* need to take pictures… It’s on the list!
    Latest Fiction/Comic Release: Last Man Zombie Standing
    Latest Game Release: Freedom Flyer
    What I’m Working On: Primarily tie-in games work and novels.




Monica Valentinelli is an author, artist, and narrative designer who writes about magic, mystery, and mayhem. Her portfolio includes stories, games, comics, essays, and pop culture books.

In addition to her own worlds, she has worked on a number of different properties including Vampire: the Masquerade, Shadowrun, Hunter: the Vigil, Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn, and Robert E. Howard’s Conan.

Looking for Monica’s books and games that are still in print? Visit Monica Valentinelli on Amazon’s Author Central or a bookstore near you.

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