Eric J. Guignard
Author of Smog / Baggage of Eternal Night
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Works by Eric J. Guignard
Professor Charlatan Bardot's Travel Anthology to the Most (Fictional) Haunted Buildings in the Weird, Wild World (2021) — Editor — 22 copies, 3 reviews
Fantasmagoriana Deluxe: A Combined Edition of Fantasmagoriana and Tales of the Dead (2023) 13 copies, 1 review
Pop the Clutch: Thrilling Tales of Rockabilly, Monsters, and Hot Rod Horror (2019) — Editor — 7 copies
Hell Comes To Hollywood II: Twenty-Two More Tales Of Tinseltown Terror (Volume 2) (2014) — Contributor — 4 copies, 1 review
A Little Fuchsia Book of Fears — Editor — 3 copies
A Curse And A Kiss 1 copy
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- Canonical name
- Guignard, Eric J.
- Legal name
- Guignard, Eric J.
- Education
- California State University, Fullerton
California State University, Northridge - Occupations
- writer
- Organizations
- Horror Writers Association
Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers Of America
International Thriller Writers
Mystery Writers of America - Awards and honors
- International Thriller Writers Nominee
Pushcart Prize Nominee
Preditors & Editors Award Nominee - Short biography
- ERIC J. GUIGNARD is a writer and editor of dark and speculative fiction, operating from the shadowy outskirts of Los Angeles, where he also runs the small press, Dark Moon Books. He’s twice won the Bram Stoker Award (the highest literary award of horror fiction), been a finalist for the International Thriller Writers Award, and a multi-nominee of the Pushcart Prize.
He has over one hundred stories and non-fiction author credits appearing in publications around the world. As editor, Eric’s published multiple fiction anthologies, including his most recent, Pop the Clutch: Thrilling Tales of Rockabilly, Monsters, and Hot Rod Horror, and A World of Horror, a showcase of international horror short fiction.
He currently publishes the acclaimed series of author primers created to champion modern masters of the dark and macabre, Exploring Dark Short Fiction (Vol. I: Steve Rasnic Tem; Vol. II: Kaaron Warren ; Vol. III: Nisi Shawl; Vol. IV: Jeffrey Ford ; Vol. V: Han Song ; Vol. VI: Ramsey Campbell).
Also through SourceBooks he curates the new series, The Horror Writers Association Presents: Haunted Library of Horror Classics with co-editor Leslie S. Klinger.
His latest books are his novel, Doorways to the Deadeye and short story collection, That Which Grows Wild through Cemetery Dance.
Outside the glamorous and jet-setting world of indie fiction, Eric’s a technical writer and college professor, and he stumbles home each day to a wife, children, dogs, and a terrarium filled with mischievous beetles. Visit Eric at: www.ericjguignard.com, his blog: ericjguignard.blogspot.com, or Twitter: @ericjguignard. - Nationality
- USA
- Birthplace
- Los Angeles, California, USA
- Places of residence
- Los Angeles, California, USA
- Associated Place (for map)
- Los Angeles, California, USA
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The Five Senses of Horror is an intellectual orgasm for the horror connoisseur. It takes you on a journey of the five senses with engrossing short stories prefaced by analytical scientific commentary.
The foreplay starts with the elegant and visually titillating cover. This visual stimulation is perpetuated by the captivating artwork sprinkled throughout the book. The next part of the experience begins with an enlightening preface by Eric J Guignard, and is followed by an introduction on the show more psychobiology of horror from Jessica Bayliss, PhD. Turn the page to immerse your senses in the stimulating journey of this conceptually brilliant collection.
The book is divided into sections, with a separate section for each of the five senses. Each of these has creative, thought-provoking art representing the respective sense, a brief analysis of that sense as it pertains to the horror experience, and three short stories focused on that sense. The flow is simply amazing, the journey enthralling. And if you are left wanting just a little more, there is a section of additional material at the end to lead you on your own literary sensory journey.
Whether or not you agree with all of the conclusions of the scientific commentaries, there is no denying the stimulating experience of the analytical process provided. And if you are not in the mood for the intellectual foreplay, well that’s fine. Read the stories! The collection of stories is incredible in and of itself. I found “Sounds” by Kathryn Ptacek to be particularly impactful. Then there is the horrifying read “His Mouth Will Taste of Wormwood” by Poppy Z Brite. Another story of note is the classically constructed tale “Shem-El-Nessim: An Inspiration in Perfume” by Chris Bell. You will have your own favorites.
I would like to note here that a few of the stories deal with the neurological condition known as Synesthesia, which I found wonderfully fascinating!
Read it for the in-depth analysis of the psychobiology of experiencing horror literature with the five senses.
Read it for the excellent collection of stories.
Read it. show less
The foreplay starts with the elegant and visually titillating cover. This visual stimulation is perpetuated by the captivating artwork sprinkled throughout the book. The next part of the experience begins with an enlightening preface by Eric J Guignard, and is followed by an introduction on the show more psychobiology of horror from Jessica Bayliss, PhD. Turn the page to immerse your senses in the stimulating journey of this conceptually brilliant collection.
The book is divided into sections, with a separate section for each of the five senses. Each of these has creative, thought-provoking art representing the respective sense, a brief analysis of that sense as it pertains to the horror experience, and three short stories focused on that sense. The flow is simply amazing, the journey enthralling. And if you are left wanting just a little more, there is a section of additional material at the end to lead you on your own literary sensory journey.
Whether or not you agree with all of the conclusions of the scientific commentaries, there is no denying the stimulating experience of the analytical process provided. And if you are not in the mood for the intellectual foreplay, well that’s fine. Read the stories! The collection of stories is incredible in and of itself. I found “Sounds” by Kathryn Ptacek to be particularly impactful. Then there is the horrifying read “His Mouth Will Taste of Wormwood” by Poppy Z Brite. Another story of note is the classically constructed tale “Shem-El-Nessim: An Inspiration in Perfume” by Chris Bell. You will have your own favorites.
I would like to note here that a few of the stories deal with the neurological condition known as Synesthesia, which I found wonderfully fascinating!
Read it for the in-depth analysis of the psychobiology of experiencing horror literature with the five senses.
Read it for the excellent collection of stories.
Read it. show less
Interesting horror novella set in 1960s Detroit - the author does a great job of creating time and place, without falling too heavily into description. It's a well paced story, with mounting dread and a creative approach to the haunted item trope. Overall, I really enjoyed this story, but did struggle with the use of slurs/terms that were commonly used in that era - casual racism and homophobia would have been common then, but are jarring to me as a reader.
This was such an odd-cross section of historical fiction and horror and the paranormal, but it works so well. The grim realities of life as a hobo, and riding the rails around America, combined with ghosts who don't always have the best of intentions. Guignard did an excellent job of bringing both setting and characters to life while weaving an unforgettable story that will have chills running down your spine in the hottest weather. The writing style was unique, and although the plot doesn't show more move along at a smooth pace, it seems to feel right for this story. Overall, an intriguing read that has me wanting to read more from this author. show less
I love short horror stories, and what a perfect title for this collection of 16 dark tales. That Which Grows Wild encompasses myth, urban legend, and fairy tales for grown ups that could make the Brothers Grimm shiver.
The author conjures up worlds where spontaneous combustion is the norm, a never ending full moon allows werewolves to prowl as they please, and the voices of long lost loved ones call to you from sink holes. There is a re-imagining of beauty and the beast, where Belle is ugly show more on the inside, and "Dreams of A Little Suicide" which may be familiar to you if you know of the urban legend surrounding a hanging munchkin that people claimed could be seen in The Wizard Of Oz. My absolute favorite was "A Serving Of Nomu Sashimi" in which a low performing sales rep gets let in on the secret of the big earners. This book was like a trip down memory lane that suddenly leaves you abandoned in unknown territory just when you thought you knew where you were. From a horror lover, that is high praise.
I received a complimentary copy for review. show less
The author conjures up worlds where spontaneous combustion is the norm, a never ending full moon allows werewolves to prowl as they please, and the voices of long lost loved ones call to you from sink holes. There is a re-imagining of beauty and the beast, where Belle is ugly show more on the inside, and "Dreams of A Little Suicide" which may be familiar to you if you know of the urban legend surrounding a hanging munchkin that people claimed could be seen in The Wizard Of Oz. My absolute favorite was "A Serving Of Nomu Sashimi" in which a low performing sales rep gets let in on the secret of the big earners. This book was like a trip down memory lane that suddenly leaves you abandoned in unknown territory just when you thought you knew where you were. From a horror lover, that is high praise.
I received a complimentary copy for review. show less
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