Rogue Owl Press is an independent publisher specializing in startling stories. We’re drawn to writing that is entertaining, exciting, and captivating, while simultaneously powerful, complex, and genre-bending. We publish novels, anthologies, and collections, as well as provide resources for writers to hone their craft.
Rogue Owl Press Newsletter - November 2023
Hi fellow rogues,
I hope this message finds you all well and in good spirits! We here at Rogue Owl Press are excited to share news and announcements for the month of November. And we also have some great free stories and books to share with you in this newsletter, so please stick around and check those out in the latter part of this message.
Call for Submissions – Maine Character Energy Charity Anthology
Attention writers! In response to the Lewiston-Auburn, Maine mass shooting in October, Rogue Owl Press is publishing a charity collection with 100% of proceeds benefiting Everytown for Gun Safety in honor of the victims. Maine Character Energy, edited by Sarah Parke, is seeking short-story submissions (up to 8,000 words) in all genres (creative nonfiction, literary, popular/speculative fiction) that feature a strong Maine setting and celebrate Maine characters. We hope you'll consider submitting your work!
Please see this link for the full submission guidelines: https://www.rogueowlpress.com/submissions
New Managing Editor at the Press
We also have another important announcement as we continue to build upon the foundation for publishing startling stories that started back in 2021. Rogue Owl Press now has a managing editor—please welcome Rebecca McKenna into this new role!
Rebecca has been assisting with various editing duties at the press since its inception, and I’m so thrilled to welcome her into this broader and more formalized position. Going Forward, Rebecca will be working with on virtually every aspect of the press as we build out our operation strategically and work through the publication process for our forthcoming titles. Additionally, she will be assisting with editing manuscripts and providing helpful feedback to our authors before publication. Our team is grateful to have Rebecca in this new role to help take Rogue Owl to the next level.
Rogue Owl Author Updates
Elizabeth Beechwood will be co-facilitating an online workshop, "Creating Nonhuman Characters" with fellow writer, Katherine Quevedo, on November 18th, 2023. This workshop is offered through Hugo House and appropriate for all levels of writers. Availability is limited. Sign up online at https://hugohouse.org/product/creating-nonhuman-characters-2/
Additionally, Elizabeth's collection of speculative short stories and poems, "Strange Memories," is due to be released in December 2023. More information on this collection coming soon!
The fear is getting real! Horror Writers Association member Paul Carro has released his latest novel, Abject Fear. Click here to order: https://books2read.com/u/4A2Gkq
On October 13, 2023, Rebecca McKenna celebrated the release of Horrors of the Deep with a reading at the Iota Short Forms Conference. After, conference participants asked questions about the story, the book, and what it is like to work on an anthology. McKenna was invited to stay and listen to readings by conference attendees—an incredible ending to a fun night.
Richard Squires recently published his second book review in American Book Review. Titled Save the Village, the novel is about New York City’s awesome Greenwich Village. You can read part of the review and purchase the journal here.
Other Recommended Stories and Books
We’re happy to share the following stories and books by fellow members of the independent publishing community. Just click the covers to learn more and download your favorites!
Free Reading Bundles
Please also check out these wonderful collections of stories and books. Just click the banners below and download any of the works that interest you—all for free!
What is Your Favorite Genre?
What kinds of books and stories do you like to read most? I’ve heard feedback from a number of you who have joined our list, and I've love to hear from more. Just hit reply and let me know. Your answers will help inform us as we determine our next titles to publish!
Best wishes,
Franklin Ard
Editor-in-Chief
Rogue Owl Press
Rogue Owl Press
Franklin Ard, Editor-in-Chief
Rogue Owl Press is an independent publisher specializing in startling stories. We’re drawn to writing that is entertaining, exciting, and captivating, while simultaneously powerful, complex, and genre-bending. We publish novels, anthologies, and collections, as well as provide resources for writers to hone their craft.
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