Michelle Heller | Indie Horror Author
@michelleheller.bsky.social
Just a local cryptid
(She/Her)
Horror Nerd | Movie Fanatic | General Weirdo
Definitely, totally human, don't worry about it
🚫NO GEN AI🚫
https://linktr.ee/Michelle_Heller
(She/Her)
Horror Nerd | Movie Fanatic | General Weirdo
Definitely, totally human, don't worry about it
🚫NO GEN AI🚫
https://linktr.ee/Michelle_Heller
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Time for a new pinned post! I have TWO WHOLE titles now, look at meee! Please check these out and make sure to tell other people if you liked them. I want to inflict my madness on many, many humans.
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Drinking water was invented by big toilet to cause more piss
November 27, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Drinking water was invented by big toilet to cause more piss
This tasted awful. Thanksgiving ruined
November 27, 2025 at 4:51 PM
This tasted awful. Thanksgiving ruined
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I glance at my colleagues as the room continues to assimilate them. The process unstoppable, the mistake apocalyptic; yes, we perfected nanotechnology, but it can only repair what it knows, in the end. Instead of mending flesh, it claims it.
I glance at my colleagues as the room continues to assimilate them. The process unstoppable, the mistake apocalyptic; yes, we perfected nanotechnology, but it can only repair what it knows, in the end. Instead of mending flesh, it claims it.
[Cranium. Reconfigured. Brain tissue. Remodelled. Nerve system. Accelerated. Prepared for Dictum.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: “IT IS HOPELESS. MY SKIN IS FUSED TO THE COLD, METAL SLAB. INSTRUMENTS OF SILVER AND RED GLARE AT ME.” FINISH IT.]
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[Inquiry. Required for completion: “IT IS HOPELESS. MY SKIN IS FUSED TO THE COLD, METAL SLAB. INSTRUMENTS OF SILVER AND RED GLARE AT ME.” FINISH IT.]
#HorrorWritersChat
![Artwork by Alexandr Konev, which is a fan rendition of Logic, the final narrative boss of Fear & Hunger 2: Termina. A rotund reactor, with a thousand blinking lights on its smooth carapace, and flanked by two, metal exhaust pipes on each side, supports an alabaster, humanoid figurine, cut into multiple geometric shapes with deep, black lines that make them look like shards of glass. Pearly white cables are draped over the figurine’s head like hair. Marble figures of exquisite detail surround the figurine. Blue butterflies dance in the foreground in rich, colourful blurs.
Question Four
[Cranium. Reconfigured. Brain tissue. Remodelled. Nerve system. Accelerated. Prepared for Dictum.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: “IT IS HOPELESS. MY SKIN IS FUSED TO THE COLD, METAL SLAB. INSTRUMENTS OF SILVER AND RED GLARE AT ME.” FINISH IT.]
No links, covers, or self-promo! Leave that for the end! Quote the post & include the hashtag!
#HorrorWritersChat](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:usxg4rgbqfxz7cyqg72j7a4s/bafkreih7uujnyquflj7zuqfi6ion5jqiqy6skfb6msoocqpti2wyfvjpsu@jpeg)
November 26, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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I glance at my colleagues as the room continues to assimilate them. The process unstoppable, the mistake apocalyptic; yes, we perfected nanotechnology, but it can only repair what it knows, in the end. Instead of mending flesh, it claims it.
I glance at my colleagues as the room continues to assimilate them. The process unstoppable, the mistake apocalyptic; yes, we perfected nanotechnology, but it can only repair what it knows, in the end. Instead of mending flesh, it claims it.
[Moon entity. Observed. Depth distance. Calculated. Organic material: satisfactory.]
[Ablative carapace. Installed. Cortex. Pried.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: WHEN IS DEHUMANISATION COMPLETE? LOSS OF BODY? OF WILL? AN ALIEN CONSCIOUSNESS IN ONE’S MIND?]
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[Ablative carapace. Installed. Cortex. Pried.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: WHEN IS DEHUMANISATION COMPLETE? LOSS OF BODY? OF WILL? AN ALIEN CONSCIOUSNESS IN ONE’S MIND?]
#HorrorWritersChat
![Artwork by Alexandr Konev, which is a fan rendition of Logic, the final narrative boss of Fear & Hunger 2: Termina. A rotund reactor, with a thousand blinking lights on its smooth carapace, and flanked by two, metal exhaust pipes on each side, supports an alabaster, humanoid figurine, cut into multiple geometric shapes with deep, black lines that make them look like shards of glass. Pearly white cables are draped over the figurine’s head like hair. Marble figures of exquisite detail surround the figurine. Blue butterflies dance in the foreground in rich, colourful blurs.
Question 3:
[Moon entity. Observed. Depth distance. Calculated. Organic material: satisfactory.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: WHEN IS DEHUMANISATION COMPLETE? LOSS OF BODY? OF WILL? AN ALIEN CONSCIOUSNESS IN ONE’S MIND?]
No links, covers, or self-promo! Leave that for the end! Quote the post & include the hashtag!
#HorrorWritersChat](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:usxg4rgbqfxz7cyqg72j7a4s/bafkreiaevwxcqrfalvmev3nz3wx7cgw5wb5o7iems3rvp366t4lscrns6m@jpeg)
November 26, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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Hard to fit into a character limit. But I have always loved the idea of DISGUSTING mechs. Fluid filled cockpits. Permanent body ports for chemicals you get addicted to. Forgetting where you begin and the machine ends. Losing the ability to think like you used to. Etc 👀
Hard to fit into a character limit. But I have always loved the idea of DISGUSTING mechs. Fluid filled cockpits. Permanent body ports for chemicals you get addicted to. Forgetting where you begin and the machine ends. Losing the ability to think like you used to. Etc 👀
[Grafting. In progress. Conveyor attachments. Plugged. Mining extraction. Tools. Inserted.]
[Spinal chord. Interwoven. Cranial examination. Reactivated.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: INDUSTRIAL HORROR EXPLORES DEHUMANISATION. HOW WOULD YOU EXPLORE IT YOURSELF IN THE GENRE?]
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[Spinal chord. Interwoven. Cranial examination. Reactivated.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: INDUSTRIAL HORROR EXPLORES DEHUMANISATION. HOW WOULD YOU EXPLORE IT YOURSELF IN THE GENRE?]
#HorrorWritersChat
![Artwork by Alexandr Konev, which is a fan rendition of Logic, the final narrative boss of Fear & Hunger 2: Termina. A rotund reactor, with a thousand blinking lights on its smooth carapace, and flanked by two, metal exhaust pipes on each side, supports an alabaster, humanoid figurine, cut into multiple geometric shapes with deep, black lines that make them look like shards of glass. Pearly white cables are draped over the figurine’s head like hair. Marble figures of exquisite detail surround the figurine. Blue butterflies dance in the foreground in rich, colourful blurs.
[Grafting. In progress. Conveyor attachments. Plugged. Mining extraction. Tools. Inserted.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: INDUSTRIAL HORROR EXPLORES DEHUMANISATION. HOW WOULD YOU EXPLORE IT YOURSELF IN THE GENRE?]
No links, covers, or self-promo! Leave that for the end! Quote the post & include the hashtag!
#HorrorWritersChat](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:usxg4rgbqfxz7cyqg72j7a4s/bafkreibfi4pxvshgmq7niudkidr6lt2344qvmp4q2m4yu6kf6mvv4ujciy@jpeg)
November 26, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Hard to fit into a character limit. But I have always loved the idea of DISGUSTING mechs. Fluid filled cockpits. Permanent body ports for chemicals you get addicted to. Forgetting where you begin and the machine ends. Losing the ability to think like you used to. Etc 👀
Hard to fit into a character limit. But I have always loved the idea of DISGUSTING mechs. Fluid filled cockpits. Permanent body ports for chemicals you get addicted to. Forgetting where you begin and the machine ends. Losing the ability to think like you used to. Etc 👀
#HorrorWritersChat
Hey y'all! I write body/cosmic/comedy/horror in general and I really like industrial horror of a hard to describe variety. Perhaps future. I like biomechanical, bleak landscapes. Think Scorn. Beksinski's works. Etc.
Hey y'all! I write body/cosmic/comedy/horror in general and I really like industrial horror of a hard to describe variety. Perhaps future. I like biomechanical, bleak landscapes. Think Scorn. Beksinski's works. Etc.
[Organic Material. Booted. Nerve System. Controller Liquids. Injected.]
[Material responsive. Cranial activity. Under control.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: TELL US, WHO YOU ARE, WHAT DO YOU WRITE, AND WHAT INDUSTRIAL HORROR IS SCARIER? OF THE PAST, OR OF THE FUTURE?]
#HorrorWritersChat
[Material responsive. Cranial activity. Under control.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: TELL US, WHO YOU ARE, WHAT DO YOU WRITE, AND WHAT INDUSTRIAL HORROR IS SCARIER? OF THE PAST, OR OF THE FUTURE?]
#HorrorWritersChat
![Artwork by Alexandr Konev, which is a fan rendition of Logic, the final narrative boss of Fear & Hunger 2: Termina. A rotund reactor, with a thousand blinking lights on its smooth carapace, and flanked by two, metal exhaust pipes on each side, supports an alabaster, humanoid figurine, cut into multiple geometric shapes with deep, black lines that make them look like shards of glass. Pearly white cables are draped over the figurine’s head like hair. Marble figures of exquisite detail surround the figurine. Blue butterflies dance in the foreground in rich, colourful blurs.
Question One
[Organic Material. Booted. Nerve System. Controller Liquids. Injected.]
[Inquiry. Required for completion: TELL US, WHO YOU ARE, WHAT DO YOU WRITE, AND WHAT INDUSTRIAL HORROR IS SCARIER? OF THE PAST, OR OF THE FUTURE?]
#HorrorWritersChat](https://cdn.bsky.app/img/feed_thumbnail/plain/did:plc:usxg4rgbqfxz7cyqg72j7a4s/bafkreifbcdapj54j6a3xod4b7qy2tlfsirkggzctsgoqnnitw3rwy5dcde@jpeg)
November 26, 2025 at 7:10 PM
#HorrorWritersChat
Hey y'all! I write body/cosmic/comedy/horror in general and I really like industrial horror of a hard to describe variety. Perhaps future. I like biomechanical, bleak landscapes. Think Scorn. Beksinski's works. Etc.
Hey y'all! I write body/cosmic/comedy/horror in general and I really like industrial horror of a hard to describe variety. Perhaps future. I like biomechanical, bleak landscapes. Think Scorn. Beksinski's works. Etc.
Reposted by Michelle Heller | Indie Horror Author
Remember your favorite creator possibly might be struggling with imposter syndrome and doubt and this timeline sucks.. so if you find yourself thinking “wow I really relate to this persons work” or that persons work gives you joy, you should probably tell them. It’s a hard time to be a creative.
November 26, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Remember your favorite creator possibly might be struggling with imposter syndrome and doubt and this timeline sucks.. so if you find yourself thinking “wow I really relate to this persons work” or that persons work gives you joy, you should probably tell them. It’s a hard time to be a creative.
My warning label? Hmm.
Probably this
Probably this
November 25, 2025 at 6:36 PM
My warning label? Hmm.
Probably this
Probably this
The real reason I write so damn slow
November 25, 2025 at 3:38 AM
The real reason I write so damn slow
So obscure, there isn't a gif in the search bar lmao
Slugs was filmed on location in my hometown and it's REAL weird to watch because I recognize every single location. There's even a scene in the restaurant I worked at in high school lol.
Slugs was filmed on location in my hometown and it's REAL weird to watch because I recognize every single location. There's even a scene in the restaurant I worked at in high school lol.
November 24, 2025 at 3:56 PM
So obscure, there isn't a gif in the search bar lmao
Slugs was filmed on location in my hometown and it's REAL weird to watch because I recognize every single location. There's even a scene in the restaurant I worked at in high school lol.
Slugs was filmed on location in my hometown and it's REAL weird to watch because I recognize every single location. There's even a scene in the restaurant I worked at in high school lol.
NEED
New book! 'What Lurks', a cryptid horror anthology by @gravesidepress.bsky.social
November 24, 2025 at 3:22 PM
NEED
I wish chain stores and douchebag-owned establishments a very merry terrible profits
What if the true meaning of Christmas is supporting small businesses so the oligarchs have a very shitty season?
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November 23, 2025 at 7:41 PM
I wish chain stores and douchebag-owned establishments a very merry terrible profits
BASTARD
November 22, 2025 at 10:13 PM
BASTARD
Share a random gif or vid from a TV show?
Always love an opportunity to spread this absurd comedy show that I am completely and totally normal about and definitely don't quote constantly
Always love an opportunity to spread this absurd comedy show that I am completely and totally normal about and definitely don't quote constantly
November 21, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Share a random gif or vid from a TV show?
Always love an opportunity to spread this absurd comedy show that I am completely and totally normal about and definitely don't quote constantly
Always love an opportunity to spread this absurd comedy show that I am completely and totally normal about and definitely don't quote constantly
Help out this artist if you need some work done! I love their style 👀
Since im still looking for new employment at the moment i would be really glad to do some commission work at the moment! 2-3 slots, feel free to ask any questions you need!
November 21, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Help out this artist if you need some work done! I love their style 👀
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need to know this video is on this website
November 14, 2024 at 10:56 AM
need to know this video is on this website
Reposted by Michelle Heller | Indie Horror Author
November 21, 2025 at 1:27 PM
#PretendPanel
Shout each other out, especially if you "make it". I'm taking all my friends with me if I get lucky.
Shout each other out, especially if you "make it". I'm taking all my friends with me if I get lucky.
#pretendpanel, as this big writing month nears its end, I'm wondering...
November 21st: In your opinion, how can writers best help one another?
#WritingCommunity #Writers #Authors #WritingPrompts
November 21st: In your opinion, how can writers best help one another?
#WritingCommunity #Writers #Authors #WritingPrompts
November 21, 2025 at 3:08 PM
#PretendPanel
Shout each other out, especially if you "make it". I'm taking all my friends with me if I get lucky.
Shout each other out, especially if you "make it". I'm taking all my friends with me if I get lucky.
AI "artists" (including writers and musicians here too) are the same people that would be asking you to work for exposure. Because anyone that respects and understands the process would put in the effort to learn it, just like they would pay the creators fairly.
November 21, 2025 at 12:54 PM
AI "artists" (including writers and musicians here too) are the same people that would be asking you to work for exposure. Because anyone that respects and understands the process would put in the effort to learn it, just like they would pay the creators fairly.
Evening, #WeeknightWriters !
I have several WIPs but the one I'm paying most attention to is a gear change from my usual horror comedy. It is a grief horror about two brothers sorting through their recently deceased father's life while they contend with something ancient in Appalachia.
I have several WIPs but the one I'm paying most attention to is a gear change from my usual horror comedy. It is a grief horror about two brothers sorting through their recently deceased father's life while they contend with something ancient in Appalachia.
Hello #WeeknightWriters! Come on in, introduce yourself and your WIP, and let us know how your #FirstDraftFall project is going!
November 21, 2025 at 2:41 AM
Evening, #WeeknightWriters !
I have several WIPs but the one I'm paying most attention to is a gear change from my usual horror comedy. It is a grief horror about two brothers sorting through their recently deceased father's life while they contend with something ancient in Appalachia.
I have several WIPs but the one I'm paying most attention to is a gear change from my usual horror comedy. It is a grief horror about two brothers sorting through their recently deceased father's life while they contend with something ancient in Appalachia.
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i grew this personality myself and now you’re telling me it’s a disorder???
November 19, 2025 at 8:43 PM
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Depends on the story. Kyle fears and loathes being alone. Frank is just genuinely afraid of the crawling horror eating his chickens. Ted and Sam don't have fears per se; they have trouble letting go of their grief.
The masks my characters tend to wear are "I'm fine, really!" 🤣
Depends on the story. Kyle fears and loathes being alone. Frank is just genuinely afraid of the crawling horror eating his chickens. Ted and Sam don't have fears per se; they have trouble letting go of their grief.
The masks my characters tend to wear are "I'm fine, really!" 🤣
Q4 is up. Ten minutes to outro and the promo: I am still working my way through. You're all wonderful busy bees today and I adore you!
This one is a little easier. No archetypes!
#HorrorWritersChat
This one is a little easier. No archetypes!
#HorrorWritersChat
November 19, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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Depends on the story. Kyle fears and loathes being alone. Frank is just genuinely afraid of the crawling horror eating his chickens. Ted and Sam don't have fears per se; they have trouble letting go of their grief.
The masks my characters tend to wear are "I'm fine, really!" 🤣
Depends on the story. Kyle fears and loathes being alone. Frank is just genuinely afraid of the crawling horror eating his chickens. Ted and Sam don't have fears per se; they have trouble letting go of their grief.
The masks my characters tend to wear are "I'm fine, really!" 🤣
#HorrorWritersChat
It's weird. Whenever I write I'm never thinking "what would a man/woman do?", I think, "What would this character do?" As such, I don't lean into or against masculinity/femininity. My idiots are what they are :D
It's weird. Whenever I write I'm never thinking "what would a man/woman do?", I think, "What would this character do?" As such, I don't lean into or against masculinity/femininity. My idiots are what they are :D
Q3. I'm doing what I can to answer everyone, and repost, so bear with me. So I don't keep you waiting, I'll throw out 3. Interpret this one how you like. I know many queer folks like me do not align masculinity with man shaped. And with horror, we love to subvert our tales.
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November 19, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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It's weird. Whenever I write I'm never thinking "what would a man/woman do?", I think, "What would this character do?" As such, I don't lean into or against masculinity/femininity. My idiots are what they are :D
It's weird. Whenever I write I'm never thinking "what would a man/woman do?", I think, "What would this character do?" As such, I don't lean into or against masculinity/femininity. My idiots are what they are :D
#HorrorWritersChat
Imma be real with you guys. I couldn't list all the archetypes to save my ass, let alone subvert them intentionally. I just write people 😅.
Imma be real with you guys. I couldn't list all the archetypes to save my ass, let alone subvert them intentionally. I just write people 😅.
Well then, #HorrorWritersChat. What's an archetype anyway? I jest. We're all writers here... after alllllllll....
November 19, 2025 at 7:27 PM
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Imma be real with you guys. I couldn't list all the archetypes to save my ass, let alone subvert them intentionally. I just write people 😅.
Imma be real with you guys. I couldn't list all the archetypes to save my ass, let alone subvert them intentionally. I just write people 😅.