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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 1d

A quick read from Jenny Kiefer’s Stoker-nominated debut novel This Wretched Valley. I dare you to read it while camping. #readhorror @jennykiefer.com

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 1d

No one:
Me: Janis Joplin is underrated as a style icon.
#boho

Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 2d

I’ve got a story in this one!

The Slab Press @theslabpress.bsky.social · 2d

It's Book Quote Wednesday and the word is STRONG. #BookQW #BookSky
Hiding Under the Leaves is launching at World Fantasycon on Friday 31st October. Release date 3rd November. Pre-order now Amazon/Barnes and Noble: ISBN 9781738426867

“What the fuck, man, what are you doing in my house?”
Mateo roared, his voice scratchy and raw.
He sprang out of the bed straight at Jimmie, fast as a
coiled snake. Mateo caught Jimmie at the waist, his strong
arms holding him in a bear hug. Jimmie beat him with the
dead rabbit, pummelling so hard with it for a moment he
thought it, too, had come back to life.
The two men crashed to the floor. Mateo was bigger and
stronger, but Jimmie was meaner. And Mateo’s legs were
tangled up in bed sheets. Jimmie rolled away from Mateo,
got to his knees and swung the rabbit at Mateo again and
again. He’d forgotten what he held in his hand, only feeling
that it was a weapon. He lost his grip on the rabbit, and it
smacked against the wall. Mateo reached up with his hands
for Jimmie’s throat. He was on his back, Jimmie with a knee
on either side of him. Jimmie dropped down onto Mateo’s
stomach. Mateo grunted, the air driven from his lungs and
his grip on Jimmie weakened.

Epiphany Ferrell - Muddy Water - Hiding Under the Leaves.
Forthcoming from theslab.press 3rd November 2025

Book details: Black cover with red leaves and white badger skeleton

Reposted by Epiphany Ferrell

The Slab Press @theslabpress.bsky.social · 2d

It's Book Quote Wednesday and the word is STRONG. #BookQW #BookSky
Hiding Under the Leaves is launching at World Fantasycon on Friday 31st October. Release date 3rd November. Pre-order now Amazon/Barnes and Noble: ISBN 9781738426867

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 2d

That's way cool, what an amazing experience! Wish I was there.

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 2d

I wrote a personal reflection on Substack and on my web page. Link on this page. If you've ever been pulled in two directions—not by another person but by your own soul—please know you aren't alone. Say hi if you like. Peace.

Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 2d

I Miss Who I Was ..., by @EpiphanyFerrell open.substack.com/pub/epiphany...
A personal reflection on who I was, who I am, who I hope to be. And, horses.

I Miss Who I Was ...

But I Hope I Am Becoming...

open.substack.com

Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 3d

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I can't believe there's not a kickass video for this witchy song! Have you heard it? #Halloween

The Kinks - Wicked Annabella (Official Audio)

YouTube video by The Kinks

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 4d

This just in — 46,000 pounds of applesauce spilled during a semi roll-over on I-57 in Southern Illinois.

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 4d

Spooky Season Song Oct 6 edition. A favorite, and the video is super cool too. #Halloween
youtu.be/9SSUQxGjZZ4?...

Godsmack - Voodoo (Official Music Video)

YouTube video by GodsmackVEVO

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 4d

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Swoon. I adore Stevie Nicks.

Fleetwood Mac - Rhiannon (Official Music Video) [HD]

YouTube video by Fleetwood Mac

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 5d

Circe says hello back!

Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 5d

I’m still not sure about this place, but at least I’m seeing fewer “ask a dumb question to drive engagement “ posts over here.

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 5d

I'm really furious with my cat for knocking my snake vertebrae off the shelf and not giving a damn about it -- not when it was lost, nor when it was found.
#catsareassholes

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 5d

Did you waive rights to vengeance haunting? Or did it just apply to this lifetime?

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 5d

Beans!

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 6d

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My favorite Renfield.

Tom Waits - "Whistlin' Past The Graveyard"

YouTube video by Tom Waits

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 6d

I did once drop my phone in a lake — by accident! And now I'm always afraid I'll do it again on purpose.

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 6d

Some mysteries will never be known.

Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 6d

Cars, Gary Numan

Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 7d

The Horror Zine publishes well-written stories, promotes well-known horror authors, and launches emerging authors. As many journals do, this one includes a statement about what it's looking for, and what it doesn't want. Some of y'all are showing appalling ignorance. Enjoy your 5 mins of clicks.

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 7d

Some of you have not read this journal and it shows.

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 7d

This is one of my favorite songs and, imo, an under-appreciated spooky song. It's ethereal, poignant, eerie, and tells a fantastic little vampire story.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=q94E...

I Love the Night

YouTube video by Blue Öyster Cult - Topic

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 8d

Does anyone know what to call it when you get a sudden urge to drop your keys into a sewer cover as you walk over it? Because I have that.
L’appel du Souterraines, maybe?
🐊
I'm not weird, you're weird.

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Epiphany Ferrell @epiphanyferrell.bsky.social · 8d

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I'm posting some favorite spooky season songs all month. I worry about you if this doesn't make you move at least a little.

Stevie Wonder - Superstition — (Official Video)

YouTube video by Weedy Weed Smoker

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