June 1st, 2025
It’s here! And you can win a (gasp!) signed copy!
This is Otherworldly: Volume 2, a rad collection of genre fiction stories by some of the best writers I know (and, in addition to those people, me). We did the first volume last year in partnership with the equally rad Nerd Street (who run some of my favorite conventions ever) and it was awesome to be included again this time.
I wrote a story called Hot Bloods, which is a prequel to my 2022 novel, Cold World. You can totally read it on its own, but it’s extra special within the context of my original book. I’m really proud of it and I hope everyone and their mother reads it.
The collection is doing well so far: it ranked #3 Most Gifted on Amazon! And you can pick up your own copy there, or you can try to win one right here! (Or both!)
You have until Friday, June 6th, to answer the following eight questions about Cold World. If you get them (mostly) correct, you’ll be entered into a drawing to win a free copy signed by me and sent to you. I will only be signing copies of Otherworldly at events, so this is kind of a big deal! I will also have copies for sale with me this Saturday, June 7th at SpringCon at the State Fairgrounds.
Here are the questions; feel free to use your notes and peek at your neighbor’s answers! I’m so excited to get this book into your paws. Make sure you message your answers and don’t leave them in a comment for all to see. Good luck to you!
1. What is the name of Calef’s dog?
2. What day is Oscar’s birthday?
2. Where did the asteroid Velos land?
3. Where was the asteroid Velos supposed to land?
4. Who are the two main groups at odds in the story?
5. What mythical creature is featured in the prophecy?
6. Name one model of spaceship found in the story.
7. What is the Loner’s real name?
8. What gift does Calef give his father?
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