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Gary A. Braunbeck

Author of In Silent Graves

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Includes the names: Gary Braunbeck, Gary A. Braunbeck

Image credit: Lucy A. Snyder

Series

Works by Gary A. Braunbeck

In Silent Graves (2004) 243 copies
Keepers (2015) 146 copies
Mr. Hands (2007) 140 copies
Coffin County (2008) 96 copies
Far Dark Fields (2009) 79 copies
Prodigal Blues (2006) 68 copies
In Hollow Houses (2000) 52 copies
Halfway Down The Stairs (2015) 50 copies
Destinations Unknown (2006) 39 copies
In the Midnight Museum (2005) 38 copies
To Each Their Darkness (2010) 37 copies
Dueling Minds (2013) — Author — 19 copies
Masques V (2006) — Editor; Contributor — 19 copies
Five Strokes to Midnight (2007) — Editor; Contributor — 18 copies
Fear in a Handful of Dust (2004) 17 copies
Looking Glass (2006) — Contributor — 16 copies
Things Left Behind (1997) 13 copies
Dangers Untold (2012) 10 copies
Cemetery Dance Issue 50 (2004) 7 copies
Our Things 6 copies
This Flesh Unknown (2001) 6 copies
X3 (2003) 5 copies
After the Elephant Ballet (2005) 3 copies
Rami Temporales 3 copies
Rose of Sharon (2013) 3 copies
Small Song 2 copies
Cemetery Dance Issue 39 (2002) 2 copies
Eine Braut per Post gekauft {anthology} (2001) — Contributor — 2 copies
Iphigenia 1 copy
Glorietta 1 copy
Safe 1 copy
Duty 1 copy

Associated Works

Sword of Ice and Other Tales of Valdemar (1997) — Contributor — 1,305 copies
Borderlands 5 (2003) — Contributor — 405 copies
Shadow Show (2012) — Contributor — 362 copies
The Living Dead 2 (2010) — Contributor — 316 copies
Fantastic Alice (1995) — Contributor — 263 copies
October Dreams: A Celebration of Halloween (2000) — Contributor — 259 copies
Twice upon a Time (1999) — Contributor — 209 copies
Haunted Legends (2010) — Contributor — 183 copies
He Is Legend: An Anthology Celebrating Richard Matheson (2009) — Contributor — 178 copies
Robert Bloch's Psychos (1997) — Contributor — 167 copies
Dracula in London (2001) — Contributor — 163 copies
The Monster's Corner (2011) — Contributor — 159 copies
Hellbound Hearts (2009) — Contributor — 157 copies
The Best American Mystery Stories 1999 (1999) — Contributor — 156 copies
Hint Fiction: An Anthology of Stories in 25 Words or Fewer (2010) — Contributor — 132 copies
Once Upon a Crime (1998) — Contributor — 125 copies
Horrors! 365 Scary Stories (Anthology) (1998) — Contributor — 124 copies
Zombies: The Recent Dead (2010) — Contributor — 122 copies
Single White Vampire Seeks Same (2001) — Contributor — 120 copies
Tombs (1995) — Contributor — 114 copies
Rage Against the Night (2011) — Contributor — 113 copies
Hellboy: Oddest Jobs (2008) — Contributor — 103 copies
Merlin (1999) — Contributor — 102 copies
Creature Fantastic (2001) — Contributor — 100 copies
Elf Magic (1997) — Contributor — 92 copies
Villains Victorious (2001) — Contributor — 91 copies
New Amazons (2000) — Contributor — 90 copies
The Magic Shop (2004) — Contributor — 90 copies
Borderlands 4 (1994) — Contributor — 86 copies
Darker Masques (2002) — Contributor — 84 copies
A Dangerous Magic (1999) — Contributor — 83 copies
Alien Pets (1998) — Contributor — 83 copies
Out of Tune (2014) — Contributor — 83 copies
Dark Delicacies III: Haunted (2009) — Contributor — 80 copies
Perchance to Dream (2000) — Contributor — 78 copies
Familiars (2002) — Contributor — 74 copies
Past Lives, Present Tense (1999) — Contributor — 73 copies
Dark Faith (2010) — Contributor — 73 copies
Halloween (2011) — Contributor — 72 copies
Seize the Night: New Tales of Vampiric Terror (2015) — Contributor — 71 copies
Warrior Fantastic (2000) — Contributor — 64 copies
Limbus, Inc. - Book II (2014) — Contributor — 63 copies
The Cutting Room: Dark Reflections of the Silver Screen (2014) — Contributor — 62 copies
Past Imperfect (2001) — Contributor — 62 copies
Mama's Boy and Other Dark Tales (2008) — Introduction — 61 copies
Future Crimes (1999) — Contributor — 59 copies
First Contact (1997) — Contributor — 58 copies
Civil War Fantastic (2000) — Contributor — 58 copies
Vengeance Fantastic (2002) — Contributor — 56 copies
Starfall (1999) — Contributor — 52 copies
Cat Crimes for the Holidays (1997) — Contributor — 51 copies
Short Trips: Destination Prague (2007) — Contributor — 49 copies
Werewolves (1995) — Contributor — 48 copies
Phantoms (1989) — Contributor — 44 copies
Legends (1999) — Contributor — 43 copies
Tales of Jack the Ripper (2013) — Contributor — 43 copies
Taverns of the Dead (2005) — Contributor — 41 copies
Danger in D.C. (Anthology) (1993) — Contributor — 38 copies
Celebrity Vampires (1995) — Contributor — 37 copies
Future Net (1996) — Contributor — 37 copies
The Fortune Teller (1997) — Contributor — 35 copies
Cat Crimes Takes a Vacation (1995) — Contributor — 34 copies
Cat Crimes Through Time (1999) — Contributor — 34 copies
The World Is Dead: A Zombie Anthology (2009) — Contributor — 33 copies
Murder Most Feline: Cunning Tales of Cats and Crime (2001) — Contributor — 31 copies
Silicon Dreams (2001) — Contributor — 31 copies
The Library of the Dead (2015) — Contributor — 31 copies
Heaven Sent: 18 Glorious Tales of the Angels (1995) — Contributor — 31 copies
Classic Monsters Unleashed (2022) — Contributor — 30 copies
Poe's Lighthouse (2006) — Contributor — 28 copies
Shivers II (2003) 25 copies
While the Black Stars Burn (2015) — Author — 25 copies
Masques III: All-New Works of Horror and the Supernatural (1989) — Contributor — 24 copies
Murder Most Confederate: Tales of Crimes Quite Uncivil (2000) — Contributor — 23 copies
You, Human: An Anthology of Dark Science Fiction (2016) — Contributor — 21 copies
Cinema Futura (2010) — Contributor — 19 copies
Chiral Mad (Anthology) (2012) — Contributor — 18 copies
Appalachian Undead (2012) — Contributor — 17 copies
Coins of Chaos (2013) — Contributor — 15 copies
Alien Abductions (1999) — Contributor — 14 copies
Lords of the Razor (2006) — Contributor — 14 copies
Eulogies II: Tales from the Cellar (2013) — Contributor — 14 copies
Chiral Mad 2 (Anthology) (2013) — Contributor — 13 copies
Twice Upon an Apocalypse: Lovecraftian Fairy Tales (2017) — Introduction — 11 copies
Damned: An Anthology of the Lost (2004) — Contributor — 11 copies
Postscripts Magazine, Issue 32/33: Far Voyager (2014) — Contributor — 10 copies
Chiral Mad 4: An Anthology of Collaborations (2018) — Introduction — 9 copies
Imagination Fully Dilated (Anthology) (1998) — Contributor — 9 copies
Monster brigade 3000 (1996) — Contributor — 8 copies
Enter at Your Own Risk: The End Is the Beginning (2014) — Contributor — 8 copies
Emblèmes, tome 4 : Rêves (2001) — Contributor — 8 copies
Borderlands 6 (2016) — Contributor — 7 copies
Shadows Over Main Street, Volume 2 (2017) — Contributor — 7 copies
Apex Magazine 53 (October 2013) (2013) — Contributor — 6 copies
Emblèmes, N° 11 Décembre 2003 : Doubles & miroirs (2003) — Contributor — 6 copies
Traverses. L'anthologie de fantasy urbaine (2002) — Contributor — 6 copies
Lilith et ses soeurs (2001) — Contributor — 6 copies
Subterranean Gallery (1999) — Contributor — 5 copies
Chimères : 15 récits d'animaux fabuleux (2003) — Contributor — 4 copies
Enter at Your Own Risk: Dark Muses, Spoken Silences (2013) — Introduction — 4 copies
Bedtime Stories to Darken Your Dreams (1999) — Contributor — 4 copies
Imagination Fully Dilated - Volume II (2000) — Contributor — 4 copies
Emblemes 13 : la mer (2004) — Contributor — 3 copies
The Beast Within (2008) — Contributor — 3 copies
Apparitions (2009) — Contributor — 3 copies
Cemetery Dance Issue 47 (2003) — Contributor — 3 copies
Chiral Mad 5 — Contributor — 1 copy

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Common Knowledge

Birthdate
1960
Gender
male
Nationality
USA
Birthplace
Newark, Ohio, USA
Places of residence
Newark, Ohio, USA (birth)
Worthington, Ohio, USA
Occupations
author
adjunct professor (Seton Hill University)
Relationships
Snyder, Lucy A. (wife)
Organizations
Horror Writers Association
Awards and honors
International Horror Guild Award
Bram Stoker Award
Bram Stoker Award Nominee
International Horror Guild Award Nominee
Agent
Richard Curtis
Short biography
Gary A. Braunbeck is a prolific author who writes mysteries, thrillers, science fiction, fantasy, horror, and mainstream literature. He is the author of 19 books; his fiction has been translated into Japanese, French, Italian, Russian and German. Nearly 200 of his short stories have appeared in various publications. Some of his most popular stories are mysteries that have appeared in the Cat Crimes anthology series. His fiction has received several awards, including the Bram Stoker Award for Superior Achievement in Short Fiction in 2003 for "Duty" and in 2005 for "We Now Pause for Station Identification"; his collection Destinations Unknown won a Stoker in 2006. His novella "Kiss of the Mudman" received the International Horror Guild Award for Long Fiction in 2005.

As an editor, Gary completed the latest installment of the Masques anthology series created by Jerry Williamson, Masques V.

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Gary A. Braunbeck's 'Cedar Hills' books... in Thing(amabrarian)s That Go Bump in the Night (September 2009)

Reviews

This review was written for LibraryThing Early Reviewers.
A Haunting Masterpiece of Horror - "Keepers" Will Stay with You

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Keepers" by Gary A. Braunbeck is a mesmerizing tour de force in the world of horror literature. This chilling and thought-provoking tale will grip your heart and mind from the very first page and not let go until long after you've closed the book.

Braunbeck's storytelling is a testament to his mastery of the genre. He weaves a deeply atmospheric and suspenseful narrative that transcends the traditional horror clichés, offering a unique and profoundly unsettling experience. The small-town setting of Cedar Hill becomes an integral character in its own right, with the author's vivid descriptions drawing you into a world where darkness hides beneath the seemingly ordinary.

The characters in "Keepers" are beautifully drawn, each with their own complex backstories and secrets. You'll find yourself deeply invested in their struggles, their fears, and their attempts to unravel the mysteries surrounding Cedar Hill. The emotional depth Braunbeck infuses into his characters enhances the sense of dread and empathy.

What truly sets "Keepers" apart is its ability to blend supernatural horror with poignant human themes. As the narrative unfolds, it explores the nature of fear, grief, and the enduring power of stories. The sense of unease and dread lingers, making you question the boundaries between reality and the supernatural.

This is a horror novel that will not only send shivers down your spine but also leave you with a haunting sense of introspection. It's a reminder of the uncharted territories of the human psyche and the terrifying secrets hidden within the shadows.

"Keepers" is a must-read for fans of horror fiction and those who appreciate the genre's deeper, psychological aspects. Gary A. Braunbeck delivers a masterpiece that will leave you sleepless and haunted by its brilliance long after you've finished it. It's a true gem that deserves its place among the classics of horror literature.
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Girl-Bibliobibuli | 27 other reviews | Nov 2, 2023 |
[b:Dueling Minds|15760779|Dueling Minds|Brian James Freeman|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1342740542s/15760779.jpg|21460976] edited by [a:Brian James Freeman|3415820|Brian James Freeman|http://photo.goodreads.com/authors/1313877690p2/3415820.jpg] is a collection of horror stories all based upon the cover illustration by Alan M. Clark. The six stories in this small volume are all absolutely top-notch. All six authors saw different potentials in the illustration and all fleshed out their ideas wonderfully. It is hard for me to pick a favorite, but the story by [a:Brian Keene|52050|Brian Keene|http://photo.goodreads.com/authors/1248120869p2/52050.jpg] left me thinking about it the longest. The interior artwork by Erin S. Wells wonderfully complements each story. For horror fans, this is a collection not to be missed.… (more)
 
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lpg3d | 9 other reviews | Nov 12, 2022 |
This is the worst Cedar Hill and the worst Braunbeck book I have read so far, and I've been a big cheerleader in the past. There is virtually no plot in the 300 pages and reams of paper are wasted on backstory that anyone who has read the previous Braunbeck books would already know. On top of that there are just chapters of useless weirdness that don't point anywhere. There isn't even any payoff at the end, just some teasers about what's to come next. What is the next book going to be, the backstory of the previous book's backstory?

I wanted to like this book so much after all the other Cedar Hill books but this one just didn't do it.

If Braunbeck writes another Cedar Hill novel maybe the muse can put him back on track. Otherwise just write out a decent ending and let it go.
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Gumbywan | 1 other review | Jun 24, 2022 |
A five star book that only gets four stars, but more about that later.

Braunbeck tries to do [a:Harlan Ellison|7415|Harlan Ellison|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1377708311p2/7415.jpg] and almost gets there, but not quite. I totally disagree with his film criticism so that section of the book was somewhat tedious for me, but I respect his opinion, he's a better writer than I'll ever be. His take on horror fiction pretty much aligns with mine, although I would disagree with some of his literary criticism. He sneaks a couple of short stories in which is nice.

It is also a grim insight to Braunbeck's psyche, and he lays it out there raw for you. You will squirm at the all too true pedophile gang rape "reminiscence." He still bares not only the emotional scars but the physical ones as well, in excruciating detail. And there's a lot more than this. If you want a glimpse of a mind that is on the edge and captures that in fiction, here you are. I think it was [a:Thomas Ligotti|128466|Thomas Ligotti|https://d.gr-assets.com/authors/1371462738p2/128466.jpg] who said you had to be insane to write good horror fiction. Gary has spent some time in the Bin, literally.

Here's why it drops a star. This is a print on demand book (first edition?) that has a hard cover slapped on it. No problem so far. However, it is the worst example of reliance on digital methods of proofreading and typesetting, without a human proofreader, I have ever seen, and I've seen some pretty bad e-books. Let me list the type of errors I mean: misspelled words, missing words, reversed words in sentences ("us to" instead of "to us"), words with numbers instead of letters in them, paragraphs that begin and end in the middle of sentences, missing punctuation, stray punctuation marks, incorrect words (them for there). I would estimate that there are at least two errors per page: 520 errors. It reads like an uncorrected handwritten manuscript. It's a disgrace to the modern printed book.

I could forgive some self-published remedial hack, come to think of it no I couldn't, but Braunbeck is a respected multi-published literary horror writer. That he could let his name be associated with this is simply incredible, and that Betancourt & Company would let a book like this be sold with their name on it is a disgrace, seriously.

I turn randomly, no lie, to page 64 and we have at least four errors:

1. (physically, morally,- psychologically.
2. ...and it is a testament to Harris's ability as an actor that he manages to convey all this not in stops and starts but an a hard, prismlike (sic) beam,...
3. ...inescapable tragedy that manages to be not only affecting but highly paragraph break; new line; indent symbolic without heavy-handedness.

Four errors on one page! If you can't see them, well I feel sorry for you.

If I submitted this in college it wouldn't get three stars, it would get a Fail.
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Ray Bradbury Contributor
Tom Piccirilli Contributor, Author
Tim Lebbon Contributor, Introduction, Author
Lucy A. Snyder Contributor
Bob Morrish Editor, Contributor
Brian Keene Contributor
Ray Garton Contributor
Hank Schwaeble Editor, Contributor
Dominick Cancilla Contributor
Bev Vincent Contributor
William F. Nolan Contributor
Bentley Little Contributor
Glenn Chadbourne Cover artist, Illustrator
Geoff Cooper Contributor
Richard Matheson Contributor
Jack Ketchum Contributor
Joe Hill Contributor
John Skipp Contributor
Al Sarrantonio Contributor
Christopher Golden Contributor
Christopher Conlon Contributor
Ed Gorman Contributor
J. N. Williamson Contributor
Alex McVey Illustrator & Cover Artist, Illustrator
Allen Koszowski Illustrator
Keith Minnion Illustrator
George Ibarra Contributor
Poppy Z. Brite Contributor
Erin S. Wells Illustrator
Ron Horsley Contributor
Thomas Sullivan Contributor
Judi Rohrig Contributor
Tim Waggoner Contributor
Mort Castle Contributor
Ray Russell Contributor
Sharon Cullars Contributor
Deborah LeBlanc Contributor
P. D. Cacek Contributor
John Maclay Contributor
Barry Hoffman Contributor
Mark Powers Contributor
Tracy Knight Contributor
Joe Nassise Contributor
Alfred Klosterman Illustrator
Alan M. Clark Cover artist, Illustrator
Bernie Wrightson Cover artist
Audre Illustrator
Chad Savage Illustrator
Randy Broecker Illustrator
Charles Lang Cover artist
Caniglia Illustrator
Tony Gleeson Illustrator
Simon Duric Illustrator
Eric Wilson Cover artist
Stacy Drum Cover artist
Clive Barker Cover artist

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Works
65
Also by
121
Members
1,308
Popularity
#19,627
Rating
½ 3.7
Reviews
128
ISBNs
53
Languages
3
Favorited
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