FICTION
THE SHELTER
Published by Cabal Books
What if Diogenes the Cynic was alive today, and a dog? The Shelter tells the story of a pack of homeless dog-people who stage a revolution inspired by the canine version of Diogenes. Of course, instead of easing their plight, their protests only makes things worse. The dogs who run the city declare homelessness illegal and open the Shelter, where strays are either fostered out or put to sleep. In the end, the most unlikely pair of bitches must come to the rescue.
“The Shelter is a tightly-worded parable that is part ‘call to revolution’ and part crash course in Stoic philosophy. It’s Animal Farm, in both its optimism and caution, for this generation.” –Ira Rat
“The Shelter, by Amy M. Vaughn, is an allegory for modern society which searches deep between the ideologies of philosophy and the lived realities of its characters. This book is engaging, enlightening, and thoroughly enjoyable.” –S. T. Cartledge
“A revolutionary marvel, Vaughn’s The Shelter is simultaneously a strong commentary on class struggle, the houseless, and the trauma of being overlooked in modern society as well as an analysis on the philosophical ideas of Diogenes. A story whose universe revolves entirely around dogs with their own invented slang, these animals will show you what it means to be wholly human.” –Andrew J. Stone, author of All Hail the House Gods
FREAK NIGHT AT THE SLEE-Z MOTEL
NEW RELEASE from Thicke & Vaney Books!
When the Main Event Sideshow is waylaid at an isolated desert motel, they find themselves the target of two homicidally intolerant middle-aged women who want to “fix” them. With the help of other freaks they meet along the way (and one albino chupacabra), maybe some of them will make it through the night.
What people are saying about Freak Night at the Slee-Z Motel
“Weird, dark, funny, and original. Amy M. Vaughn delivers the freaky goods.” – Danger Slater, author of Impossible James
“FREAK NIGHT AT THE SLEE-Z MOTEL is a super fun read! Highly recommended!” – Carlton Mellick III
“Brutal, heartbreaking and hilarious. This book has it all. Vaughn is a writer to be reckoned with.” – Gina Ranalli, author of Swarm of Flying Eyeballs
“A fast-paced, action-packed descent into macabre madness. Vaughn is one of the best of the new breed of horror writers.” – Adam Millard, author of The Bad Game and Larry
“Amy Vaughn’s tight prose hurtles you into a whirlwind of circus freaks and other crazy characters. This maniacally violent bizarro romp is tense and tough but still manages to be a ton of fun.” – Betty Rocksteady, author of The Writhing Skies
“It’s very well written, and I didn’t like it at all.” – my brother when I asked him to beta read Freak Night at the Slee-Z Motel and forgot to tell him that it’s hella gory.
DOG DOORS TO OUTER SPACE
Published by Filthy Loot
Dog Doors to Outer Space is a first-of-its-kind, one-of-a-kind collection of bizarro fiction writing prompts from many of the greatest authors in the genre, for which I had the privilege to act as editor.
In the Introduction I lay out the rationale: “No other genre pushes at the boundaries of the imagination, expands metaphors, or flips perspective the way bizarro does. Where better, then, to seek writing prompts than from the authors who write the weirdest of the weird? Who could be more uniquely suited to helping us break free of the ordinary mindset and see the world with fresh eyes?”
Featuring Duncan P. Bradshaw, Michael Allen Rose, Danger Slater, Garrett Cook, Katy Michelle Quinn, Kek-w, Madeleine Swann, David W. Barbee, Betty Rocksteady, Chris Meekings, Sam Richard, Frank J. Edler, Julia Platz-Halter, Chris Kelso, and Bradley Sands. Sneak peak available ~here~.
SKULL NUGGETS
Published by Bizarro Pulp Press
Robert has just failed to kill himself when he hears about a place that will drill a hole in his skull and help him pour out all the bugs. Arianne has been talking to Shiva and knows how to save the world, but she needs Robert to make it happen. If it weren’t for a hot sword-swallowing acrobat and her aging punk rock dad, the path would be clear.
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THIGH GAP
Her friends are mannequins, she has an invisible baby, and all she wants is to be a stripper, but she’s going to have to kick a lot of ass if she wants to live her dream.
If you’ve ever been married to a wildly over-controlling lawyer twice your age, after your parents kidnapped you from a cult, and then became a pole dancing super hero, this book may not be for you. Otherwise, by all means, enjoy!
NONFICTION
From the Vedas to Vinyasa: an Introduction to the History and Philosophy of Yoga
Do you like yoga? Do you want to learn everything you can about it? This book is a summary of several years of research into how yoga started, how it changed over time, and how it came to be what it is in the U.S. It’s both accessible and academically rigorous. It’s used in several teacher trainings and has received stellar feedback for its straightforward and lighthearted tone. Great for anyone looking to deepen their knowledge of yoga or as a gift for the yoga lover in your life.
Yoga to Ease Anxiety: Practices and Perspectives to Help You Enjoy Life Again
*Out of print*
Tired of being anxious? This little book is a practical guide to changing the habits of thought and action that can keep us from fully enjoying life. It offers simple and effective relaxation and meditation techniques as well as wisdom from the yoga tradition which provides a timeless perspective.
For more yoga-related writing, visit this site’s sister page yogatoeaseanxiety.com.
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