Mar
10
“Encyclopedia of Vampire Mythology” in “Booklist” Ad
March 10, 2010 | Leave a Comment
I just received word from my publisher, McFarland that my upcoming book, “Encyclopedia of Vampire Mythology” was in an ad that appeared in Booklist, page 13, Vol. 106, No. 12 February 15, 2010.
Feb
21
A Modern Translation of ‘The Raven’
February 21, 2010 | 1 Comment
“The Raven” is perhaps one of the single most well know poems in American literature. Even people who did not study it in high school or ever read it all the way through know of it and it’s eternal promise of “nevermore.” It was first published back in 1845, and still it captivates everyone who reads it or has it read to them by a storyteller with a flair for the dramatic. Read more
Jan
22
Glamor Magazine Article by Stefica Budimir-Bekan
January 22, 2010 | Leave a Comment
A few months back I was interviewed by Stefica Budimir-Bekan for an article she was writing about the recent popularity of the vampire. It has since appeared in Glamor magazine over in Germany where she is from, but Ms. Budimir-Bekan was gracious enough to not only send me an English translation of the published article but also permission to re-post it on my website as well. I hope you enjoy it!
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Jan
12
Standard, time honored rules that define a vampire
January 12, 2010 | Leave a Comment
Vampires are anything but standard. Although it is true that when asked about “what is a vampire” that most people here in America will imagine sexy, blood drinking vampires as depicted on HBO’s series True Blood, Eric Northman and Vampire Bill are hardly comparable to their mythological counterparts. As enjoyable a show it may be, they are a far cry from what a vampire is. Read more
Dec
16
“The Encyclopedia of Vampire Mythology” Pub Date and Cover
December 16, 2009 | 3 Comments
I am happy to announce that McFarland had announced that my newest book, “The Encyclopedia of Vampire Mythology” will be released in June in 2010 as a 7×10 hardback and as an e-book download. Read more
Dec
8
The Vampire Myth – the how, where and when of it
December 8, 2009 | 1 Comment
The origins of the vampire myth goes back as far as mankind. Some of our most ancient writings that have been discovered by archeologists make reference to this creature. It would appear that ever since mankind has evolved into a sentient being there have been vampires.
Nov
19
“10 Vampires We Love” Re-Air Dates
November 19, 2009 | 1 Comment
For those of you who may have missed the premier of E!’s “10 Vampires We Love,” here are the re-air dates:
Thursday, November 19th at 10:00PM EST
Friday, November 20th at 1:30PM EST
Saturday, November 21 at 10:30PM EST
Sunday, November 22 at 12:30PM EST
Monday, November 23 at 11:00AM EST
Hope that there is a day and a time that suits you! And, as always, thanks for watching.
Nov
13
“10 Vampires We Love” airs 10/16 at 10:30 pm, EST
November 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment
On Monday, November 16th at 10:30 pm, EST “10 Vampire We Love” will air on the E! Channel. This is the show that I was interview for back on October 19th.
I have to say it was a very good interview and very through. I was asked eight pages of questions regarding the vampire from myth and folklore and asked how it is compare to the vampire of fiction. The questions were all very good and thought provoking and each one in its own right could make for a fantastic chapter in a book. It was perhaps one of the better interviews I have given. What made it even more special for me is that my father was there during the taping of it all.
I don’t know what to expect, but I will say this right now: Towards the end of the interview when I was asked about the vampire character, SPIKE for TV’s BtVS not only did I blush and get all giggly, it was compounded by the fact that my dad was sitting not so far away smiling at how I went from scholarly academic to fan-girl in .003 seconds. I was, admittedly, unable to string together a coherent sentence. So the truth is out, I had and apparently still do have a crush on Spike. Not James Marsters but Spike. Yes there is a difference.
So tune Monday, November 16th at 10:30 pm, EST to the E! Channel and watch “10 Vampires We Love” (Rated TV-14) and see if they air me acting all girly.
Oct
27
Actual Factual Dracula: Book of the Week
October 27, 2009 | 1 Comment
I just found out that my book “Actual Factual: Dracula” is the book of the week at Drive Thru Horror, The BEST in Downloadable Horror Titles! This being the week of Halloween I could not be happier with the news. If you have not already, discover what everyone is talking about by clicking through on this link here.
Oct
24
The Innsmouth Free Press
October 24, 2009 | 1 Comment
The Innsmouth Free Press is a most interesting website. If you haven’t been to it its defiantly worth a visit, especially if you are into Lovecraftian/Cthulhu Mythos. I mention them because I recently completed an interview with them that will be posted Tuesday, October 27 at this link here If you go there sooner, there will be nothing on the page. Sorry.
What makes this interview different and set this website apart is that the Innsmouth Free Press is a fictional newspaper publishing faux new articles in a Cthulhu Mytho world, blurring the line between fantasy and reality. I expect my interview will be in the papers “Lifestyles” section.