Publisher: Wildside Press/Cosmos Books Format: Trade Hardcover Description: A terrific nonfiction collection of essays, reviews, and more by the one and only Gary A. Braunbeck, author of The Indifference of Heaven, Things Left Behind, From Beneath These Fields of Blood, X3, and much more! “This is a handbook for those of use that have struggled with our work, our relationships, and our lives. It’s self-depreciatory brilliance. While there are several non-fiction books that every horror writer should read, Fear In A Handful of Dust is a book everyone involved in a writer’s life should read, for not only is this a book for writers, it is a book for lovers, friends and family of writers. This is the book you can shove in their face and say, “Read this—then MAYBE, just MAYBE, you’ll get it. Gary A. Braunbeck would never presume to speak for us all, but if a vote were taken for a spokesman, he’s certainly got mine. Because the best leaders to not advertise themselves as such: instead they turn around as they trudge along, and are amazed to see anyone behind them. Lead on, Gary. The rest of us may only follow.” --Geoff Cooper "Gary Braunbeck is one of those extremely rare writers capable of making his non-fiction as moving, gripping, and poignant as his fiction. Once again he manages to imbue his work with slashing wit and probing philosophical questions that allow the reader a chance to delve into the rich textures and inventive surprises he offers. This is honesty at its most raw and meaningful. FEAR IN A HANDFUL OF DUST is not only wildly entertaining, it’s so illuminating you’ll never be able to forget it." -—Tom Piccirilli, author of A CHOIR OF ILL CHILDREN and THE NIGHT CLASS “I read it in just two sittings. Couldn't stop, actually. I don’t think I've ever read anything so painfully honest about one's craft and personal demons. This is one hell of a special book from one of our best. Braunbeck takes us on a journey into the dark maelstrom his life has become. We share his passion and his pain as he explains why he must be a horror writer. Frightening, brilliant, compelling, and yet oddly wonderful. These words don't do Fear in a Handful of Dust the justice it deserves . . . but they're all I have." --Thomas F. Monteleone Availability: Usually ships within 2-3 business days. Retail price: $32.95 |
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