When I see his name on my calendar, I cringe. Horatio Slice. Just the name sets my teeth on edge. According to my editor, Patty Shane, this interview is top priority. “Like him or not, the kid sells,” Patty says. “Have you seen the proofs of his cover photos? Sweet Jesus on the cross, Caleb,…
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[This is the last 1/4 of the chapter, which takes place two years later than the newspaper clipping shown above.] …the bathroom clock read 9:20 p.m. “Four minutes!” Gunner tucked his pendant into his shirt and sprinted to the machine. Squatting before the laptop, his hands trembled as he entered the password. A red box…
A few years ago, I wrote a book called Horatio Slice: Guitar Slayer of the Universe. Sadly, the publisher closed its doors, leaving Horatio homeless. I’m thrilled to share exciting news. Deep Desires Press will publish a new version of the book soon! What do I mean by new? Well, although it pains me to…
