The BAYOU BOYS Book Trailer is Here!

Here's the new book trailer for the new omnibus of Voodoo Virus, Marsh Monster, and Playhouse Phantom called The BAYOU BOYS. Check it out.

The Bayou Boys Omnibus to Release June 1st

All three previously published Bayou Boys Adventures--Voodoo Virus, Marsh Market, Playhouse Phantom--have now been compiled into a single volume! Three stories in one book: The Bayou Boys omnibus.

The book will retail for $17.99 (a $4 savings over buying the three stories separately).

Also note that I'll be signing this new release (as well as Chicken Poop on my Sole and my other books) 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., June 11 at Jupiter's Books in Cannon Beach.

Come on out if you can.

Finalized Cover Design for "The Bayou Boys" Omnibus

Here it is: The finalized cover design for the new omnibus edition of The BAYOU BOYS, a collection of Voodoo Virus, Marsh Monster and Playhouse Phantom in one volume. Nearly 500 delightful pages of southern Louisiana adventure!

This is not the final art (still in mock-up stage), but it gives you a really good idea of what the finished product will look like. Thank you to all of you who piped in and contributed to selecting the layout and offering design ideas.

The interior, containing 80,000 words, also nears completion. Look for The BAYOU BOYS in early June!

HALLOWEEN READING for Chills, Thrills and More

NOW AVAILABLE WHEREVER BOOKS ARE SOLD

Upcoming Sales & Signing Events:

Sept. 19/20 Rose City Comic Con (Oregon Convention Center)*
Oct. 1-4 Portland Fall Home & Garden Show (Portland Expo Center)*
Oct. 10 Coos Bay Book Fair ( 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Coos Bay History & Maritime Museum)
Oct. 17 Written in the Sand (11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Beach Books, Seaside OR)

Upcoming Book Release:

Nov. 7, 2015 Plays and Sketches for Schools and Churches

*I will not be at these events; for signings visit the events not marked with an asterix.

BIG SALE on the Bayou Boys Adventure Series AND Pre-Orders on ALIEN AMBUSH, BBA Book #4

Did You Know...?

The fourth book in The Bayou Boys Adventures, ALIEN AMBUSH, comes out this spring? April 21, 2015 to be exact. Though the story (like all the BBAs) stands alone it picks up where PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM left off.

That means that...

The current trilogy would make an exceptional Christmas gift for readers 10 to 16 years of age. The first book can be read in January, the second in February, and the third in March leading up to the April release of the fourth.

And now through December 15, 2014 all three books, VOODOO VIRUS, MARSHMONSTER and PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM (a $24.97 value) are on sale for only $21. That's right all three books for just twenty-one bucks.

But that's not all...

The price includes FREE gift wrapping and a personalized signing!

This offer is limited to supplies on hand and exclusively through this website. Shipping costs ($4 per set) apply. Or get FREE POSTAGE when you pre-pay for ALIEN AMBUSH (discount priced at $9 post paid) and be among the first to have it.

That's $25 (postage incl.) for the first three books or $30 for the set of four (three now, and the fourth in April 2015). That is such a deal and will NOT be offered again.

ORDER NOW BEFORE THIS DEAL DISAPPEARS!

ALIEN AMBUSH releases April 21, 2015. UFO sightings and a missing crew of roughnecks (oil platform workers) have Peter and Bart curious and on the case. This time they bring along their paranormal pal Reed and skeptic friend Dallas.

The rough concept art to the right shows the proposed cover layout for ALIEN AMBUSH.>

Shelfie! Placement at Beach Books in Seaside, Oregon

My Bayou Boys Adventure book PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM, concerning a haunted theater on Halloween, was just stocked at Beach Books in Seaside, Oregon. It's on the shelf and in the window with the Halloween boo-ks.

FACEBOOK GIVEAWAY!

Three (3) FREE Books! And NO Postage. All you have to do is like my author page (Gregory E. Zschomler) and say you want to win. If you've already liked my page just post that you wanna win. There will be ONE winner chosen randomly from all entries. No purchase required. 

Young readers (or the parents/grandparents) are encouraged to enter (the books are excellent for readers 12-15). Contest closes September 1, 2014. Please share with young readers you know.

Here's what you could win: 

The entire Bayou Boys Adventure series (Voodoo Virus, Marsh Monster, Playhouse Phantom), plus a free surprise extra. 

Chance of winning depends on the number of entries. If more than twenty (20) people enter I will also send out a consolation prize (a copy of Voodoo Virus) to a second winner. If thirty (30) people enter they'll be a second consolation prize (same); and so on for every ten additional entries.

I have but a few copies of The Amish vs. The Zombies left on hand. I can send them out post paid for just $10 (the cover price). Glad to personalize and sign them if you wish. Everyone who's read it has loved it. Just let me know.

Also, I have the Bayou Boys Adventure trilogy (Voodoo Virus, Marsh Monster, Playhouse Phantom) available. I'll send those out for $23 post paid. since I have a few more of Voodoo Virus, I'll let them go for $5 each, plus $2 postage (if you want to sample without a larger investment).

Drop me a line. It is time you read my work if you haven't.

Books at Bazaar

My Bayou Boys Adventure series will be available all month in Silverton, Ore. at the Borland gallery. The holiday bazaar will feature the work of more than twenty local artists, authors, and crafters.

It's open seven days a week from 10 a.m. through 5 p.m., now until December 22. Just look for the NIWA booth.

For more information or directions visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/231376870362532/

Signed, Sealed, Delivered, They're Yours

I have a goodly stock of books available for Christmas gift giving. The new book, PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM, is yours, signed (by the author), sealed (gift-wrapped if you like) and delivered (includes postage and handling) for just $12. Same for MARSH MONSTER and VOODOO VIRUS for $10! Or any two books for $22.

Better yet, get the trio (all three books) for $25 postpaid. A great gift idea for the reader on your list and you don't even have to leave your home for Black Friday.

Order before December 10, to assure delivery in time for Christmas.

gregory.zschomler@gmail.com

Three Photos from Today's Book Fair and Halloween Launch of PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM

My booth at the NIWA Book Fair and Latte Da Halloween Party.

Ready to sell books and do zombie makeups.

My first victim. Applying latex appliances at the Halloween Party.

A finished makeup. And, yes, I am available for hire.

Today's Book Fair and Makeup Thing at Latte Da

Made up kids today at Latte Da's Halloween Party after the NIWA

Book Fair and launch party for Playhouse Phantom.

Online News Media Post About NIWA Book Fair

This from The Daily Insider:

The Northwest Independent Writer’s Association (NIWA) announces the first annual NIWA Book Fair from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26, at Latte Da Coffee House and Wine Bar, 205 E. 39th St., Vancouver.

The event features the works of nine local indie authors in a variety of genres. Authors will have wares for sale and be available to meet readers of all ages and sign books.

The day is also the release date of “Playhouse Phantom”, the new and third volume of the Bayou Boys Adventure series by Ridgefield author Gregory E. Zschomler. The book, based on a true local story, will be available for the first time locally and celebrated with free giveaways. For more information contact gregory.zschomler@gmail.com.

Praise for PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM

"Just finished reading [PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM]. You do a nice job creating a compelling mystery. Great descriptions... Fun read. [I] like some of the local theater disguised homages, too." ~ David R.

You can pick up YOUR signed copy at the NIWA Book Fair Saturday, October 26, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Latte Da Coffee House (or order online at Amazon).

For more information click here or see the Weekend in today's Columbian.

This from page 11 of the October Issue of Christian News Northwest:

WASHINGTON AUTHOR PRESENTS HIS LATEST WORK OF CHRISTIAN FICTION

Gregory Zschomler

"Vancouver, Wash.- Southwest Washington author Gregory Zschomler will celebrate the launch of his new work of Christian fiction for middle readers Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Latte Da Coffee House, 205 E. 39th St.

"The third book in the Bayou Boys Adventure series is titled Playhouse Phantom and is a ghost story of sorts involving a supposedly haunted theater in the Garden District of New Orleans. The work of fiction is superimposed and based upon a real tale involving a theater in southwest Washington.

"Zschomler writes his faith-based works as alternatives to much of today's teen reading fodder. Though his titles seem rather nefarious, his writing is Christ-centered and teaches Christian values. Study guides are available for educators and Sunday schools.

"The other  books in the series, Voodoo Virus and Marsh Monster, along with the new title will be available for purchase and signing by the author. Find out more at http://gregoryezschomler.blogspot.com/"

Here's the PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM Book Trailer #1

Not what I wanted to do, but cost effective.

A Funny Song I Reference in PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM About Chinese Food

PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM Now For Sale

PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM debuted at the Florence Festival of Books today, will be available at the Portland Home & Garden Show next weekend and is now available on Amazon.

The Halloweenie tale's official launch party is scheduled for October 26 NIWA Book Fair, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Latte Da Coffee House. So, if you're local (local, not loco), come on out and buy it from me and have it signed.

Love to meet you.

Beautiful Beach and Bountiful Books

It looks like Friday will be a beautiful day at the beach. Weather for Florence, Oregon calls for mostly sunny skies and 65 degrees. Saturday is expected to be 68 degrees and overcast with a 30% chance of showers making it the perfect day to go to a book fair. Sunday and Monday's forecast calls for partly sunny skies, less rain (10% chance) and highs of 68. Now that sounds like a nice weekend to head to the coast. AND...

The Florence Festival of Books, which I will be at with nearly 70 other author's and publishers, takes place on Saturday (10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sept. 28). A perfect time and place to shop for all the readers on your Christmas list (hint, hint: I have a trilogy of Bayou Boys Adventures for $23).

Reading from PLAYHOUSE PHANTOM at Creatures From the Book Lagoon Event at Latte Da