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Kristy M Tallman
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Psychological Thriller/Horror Fiction Author, Kristy Tallman, is a Chester, Virginia based writer whose work is not your usual run of the mill horror. Tallman is determined to bring you the truest most horrific monsters who walk this earth born of your very own loins – humans both male and female. Psychologically you will not only be enthralled by the train crash you watch unfold, but worse you will be left scarred from the deepest wounds a human can endure – truths. Wicked, devious, haunting deeds will keep you turning the pages in spite of your desires to walk away. You can’t because the horror is that horrifying.
Her family origins are steeped in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia, West Virginia and Kentucky. She has spent most of her life visiting the tales and learning the wisdom these great mountains and it’s inhabitants possess as she visited family and lived a portion of her life there within the shadow of their mystifying allure. It is from this she brings to you the art of storytelling – passed down through the generations of her family with each member adding to her talents to keep you captivated as she weaves her tales of terror.
Tallman has mesmerized awards and audiences throughout her life for her writing, her photography and her artistry. She has received recognition as a songwriter by VH1's sponsored Save the Music Foundation for two years running. Not only has she authored two published books of poetry under the pen name Rainey Moon, but she also has written professionally as a staff reporter for local newspapers. She has been the Associate Editor of a tri-city newspaper and has also been Editor in Chief of an online e-zine, which encompassed the arts, music, and literature. She has held national publication as an equine photographer and has carried this through professionally in the publishing industry as well.
Tallman's debut novel, The All-Soul's Faire, has received international acclaim, been nominated for prestigious awards and the reviews prove her work is a storm brewing on the horizon of great authors. Her writing has been compared to some of the top players in her league including Clive Barker, Dean Koontz, Thomas Harris, Clive Cussler, H.P. Lovecraft and Alfred Hitchcock at his best. Praised by her peers, critics, and her readers, Tallman continues to climb on the best sellers lists locally and nationally being in the top 100 New Releases by Barnes & Nobles and the top 50 Best Sellers locally even after a year of old Cecil’s Hicks first appearance. Tallman intends to extend her notoriety even further this coming year through her attendance at the World Horror Convention, DragonCon 2008 and several other well-known events, conventions, and signings as she continues The All-Soul's Faire Tour until Cecil returns befittingly enough in October 2008 and begins her Hell’s Highway Tour to promote her newest release Crows on the Cross - coming January 2008.
Upcoming in 2008, Tallman will also release a co-authored project with horror author Andrea Van Scoyoc – Haints in the Hollar – A Collection of Short Ghostly Tales based on Southern Mountain Folklore and will release a new collection of her poetry.
Tallman’s endeavors go further than just writing, she is also a regional representative of the International Order of Horror Professionals and a portion of her proceeds of sales of The All-Soul’s Faire are donated to the Blue Knights – a motorcycle club made up of retired and active police officers who are true unsung heroes in the lives of the people who they assist in times of need. Tallman was also a part of the Nox Anthology which is a collection of dark poets against abuse – for each book sold it’s entire proceeds go directly to a safe haven for battered women.
Tallman the mother of three has chosen to dedicate herself full time as an author intent on scaring the hell out of her readers. “You’ll either love me or hate me after reading my books, but I promise you – you will beg for more!”
Birth Place: Richmond, VA
Accomplishments: Nominated for the 2007 Book of the Year by the Virginia Library Awards.
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Books
| | Crows on the Cross by Kristy Tallman by Kristy M Tallman
Crows on the cross...
Redemption and loss....
Bird black eyes will watch you...
Better cover up your crotch...
Will you be the chosen one ?
Or will Preacher Man steal your soul?
Better run better hide....
Before the black bird makes up his mind....
The preacher man likes to touch...
For you he's filled with lust...
Better run better hide...
Crows on the ...
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 | The All-Soul's Faire Hardback by Kristy M Tallman
A goat's head staring back at Detective Cole Bryant from within the bowels of his latest victim sets forth a string of unnatural deaths among the teenagers that live in the shadow of the cursed North Mountain. Trying to solve the case only brings Cole closer to dark side where temptation, sex and sinful ways lure him into the world of a family whose backwoods morals aren't simply a symptom of a ...
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Poetry
Why & What For... by Kristy M Tallman
I am but a word smith giving my words to you..for once they are spoken, or written upon a page they are yours for their own unique meaning....
Listening by Kristy M Tallman
Broken In Two by Kristy M Tallman
A Poem for the lonely......
Momma Please Don't Cry (Song) by Kristy M Tallman
A Song - My Blues - To My Angel...
Listen by Kristy M Tallman
"In truth I am but a wordsmith surrendering my words to you....Kristy Tallman"™...
Paper by Kristy M Tallman
"In truth I am but a wordsmith surrendering my words to you....Kristy Tallman"™...
Hibernation by Kristy M Tallman
"In truth I am but a wordsmith surrendering my words to you™....Kristy Tallman"...
All Over Again by Kristy M Tallman
"In truth I am but a wordsmith surrendering my words to you....Kristy Tallman"™...
A Beacon Of Light by Kristy M Tallman
"In truth I am but a wordsmith surrendering my words to you....Kristy Tallman"™...
On The Dark Side of Heaven by Kristy M Tallman
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Thoughts Trespass Into Light by Kristy M Tallman
As always a true wordsmith spins her words for you - enjoy.......
Razor's Edge by Kristy M Tallman
As always my poems are gifts given for your interpretation...that to me is the beauty of poetry..Enjoy..Kristy...
Death My Vice by Kristy M Tallman
I leave this piece for you to determine its meaning...that is what poetry is truly meant for.
K...
I Dream of Sex by Kristy M Tallman
Just as it says...enjoy......
Silence Numbs the Pain by Kristy M Tallman
This poem is about a person who has lost someone; their life has turned inward into depression and use of stimulants to ease the pain....
Dream's Highway by Kristy M Tallman
Sunset's Flame by Kristy M Tallman
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Articles
An interview with horror author Kristy Tallman by Kristy M Tallman
Chester has its own version of Clive Cussler, Dean Koontz and Thomas Harris in horror author Kristy Tallman....
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News
Selling Books for Hunger by Kristy M Tallman
Special Deal - Only Through May 31 - Read More......
Joining Together To Stop Hunger by Kristy M Tallman
Be a part of the auction to help feed the hungry!...
Best Selling Horror Author Will Be Signing For Hunger At MBBW by Kristy M Tallman
Best Selling Psychological Thriller/Horror Author of The All-Soul’s Faire and Crows on the Cross; Kristy Tallman, will be on site with the Bikers Against Hunger group at Myrtle Beach Bike Week. Her g...
CROWS ON THE CROSS WINS MOST ARTISTIC COVER IN COVEY AWARDS!!! by Kristy M Tallman
CROWS ON THE CROSS GETS IT'S FIRST AWARD!! MOST ARTISTIC COVER BY THE COVEY AWARDS!!...
Want to ride with me on the highway to hell tour? by Kristy M Tallman
Help Sponsor The Tour!
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Free - Crows on the Cross Hardback Contest!!! by Kristy M Tallman
Want to win a free limited edition copy of Crows on the Cross hardback first edition?...
CROWS ON THE CROSS AVAILABLE NOW!!! by Kristy M Tallman
CROWS ON THE CROSS RANG IN THE NEW YEAR!...
Oh It Just Doesn't Get Better Than This!!! by Kristy M Tallman
An evening of blues music provided by the Tom Larsen Band from Newark, Delaware with special guest appearance and book signing by local Horror Author Kristy Tallman. Enjoy great tunes, a drink and han...
Whooo Hoo I made the funny pages! by Kristy M Tallman
Chester has its own version of Clive Cussler, Dean Koontz and Thomas Harris in horror author Kristy Tallman....
Wanna Join Me At The MileHiCon??? by Kristy M Tallman
MileHiCon 39 - 2007
October 26, 27, 28 2007
Hyatt Regency - Tech Center
7800 E. Tufts Ave
Denver, CO...
The Newsletter of Useless Information by Kristy M Tallman
The Newsletter of Useless Information brought to you by Psychological Thriller/Horror Author & Poet, Kristy Tallman - Volume #Surround Sound Issue: #Several......
Horrorwatch.com Reveiw of The All-Soul's Faire - ASF Rocks!! by Kristy M Tallman
A review of The All-Soul's Faire by Horrorwatch.com!!...
The All-Soul's Faire Headed to Florida for Fun & Sun by Kristy M Tallman
I'm headed to Florida with a band of gypsies :)...
A Review of Brian Keene's Ghoul by Kristy M Tallman
A Review of Brian Keene's Ghoul...
Sign My Guestbook Please :) by Kristy M Tallman
Please stop in and sign my guest book - it can also be found on my blog on myspace..www.myspace.com/kristytallman I hope you will visit me there as well!...
The All-Soul's Faire Heads To The Deep South... by Kristy M Tallman
Kristy Tallman Takes “The All-Soul’s Faire” to NecronomiCon in Tampa Florida - October 5-7!...
A Challenge of Sorts...Do you dare tread here.... by Kristy M Tallman
Old Cecil has a challenge in store for you...he's feeling quite pleased with himself these days and wishes to test the waters a bit more...read on.....
The Newsletter of Useless Information by Kristy M Tallman
A newsletter that is meant to be humorous and real from an author who believes no matter how big you get you are but a face in the crowd - Hope you enjoy....
Apex Reviews Begs An Encore - Compared to Barker/Koontz/Hitchcock! by Kristy M Tallman
As thrilling as Koontz or Barker, and as suspenseful as Hitchcock at his best, The All-Soul's Faire is a delicious soliloquy to the world of horror that begs an encore....
Tallman Receives Literary Nomination & Places In Three Other Contests by Kristy M Tallman
Virginia Author Kristy Tallman’s debut novel The All-Soul’s Faire is Nominated for the 2007 Annual Library of Virginia Literary Awards....
ASF Tour Continues To Durham NC by Kristy M Tallman
The All-Soul's Faire Tour 2007 continues as Kristy makes a stop in on the Nevermore Film Festival Feb 23-25........
Virgina Horror Author Kristy Tallman Makes Arkansas News! by Kristy M Tallman
"There also are writers I've encountered whose work isn't on the New York Times best-seller list, but they write well, they tell good stories, they're entertaining, some are informative."...
ASF Reigns Locally Over Stephen King/Norah Roberts by Kristy M Tallman
AUTHOR MAKES LOCAL BESTSELLER LIST FOR 2006 DUE TO HER OUT OF THE BOX STYLE SIGNINGS ...
Tragedy Gives Expression To Art & Writing - Benefits Other Families In Need by Kristy M Tallman
The one year anniversary of a tragedy turns into a benefit to help benefit other families in need. The death of Horror Author Kristy Tallman's daughter need not be forgotten but used as a reminder of...
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PO Box 3285
Chester
VA
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