October 2024 Box
Ashley Winstead
Scribbler has been embracing the darker side lately, and with October upon us, we're leaning into it even more. This month, we’re excited to feature one of the best and brightest in contemporary suspense fiction: Ashley Winstead. Known for her fascination with the darker facets of human nature, Ashley’s latest novel, Midnight Is the Darkest Hour, weaves a haunting tale of obsession, forbidden love, and the heavy burden of sin, set against an unforgiving backdrop. If you’re drawn to stories like these, you’re in for a treat. Even if dark suspense isn’t your usual fare, you’ll still appreciate the way she masterfully builds tension so thick you can cut it with a knife. Also in this month’s box, we’ve included an in-depth interview with Ashley, along with an insightful essay by author Gregory Bastianelli on the editing process.
FEATURED NOVEL
Midnight Is the Darkest Hour, a gothic Southern thriller from Ashley Winstead about a killer haunting a small Louisiana town.
WRITING PASSPORT
This month’s Scribbler Writing Passport features an interview with Ashley Winstead, where she waxes poetic on the craft.
PUBLISHING PROCESS INSIDE LOOK
In this Publishing Process Inside Look, Gregor Bastianelli shares the experience of shaving pages off his novel.
FROM THE ARCHIVES
A new feature in our Scribbler boxes gives you a peek inside the archives for some bonus learning goodies.
TOTE BAG
The Literary Tales Reusable Tote from Galison features a whimsical illustration of colorful book spines. Carry your writing gear in style!
STICKY NOTES
Keeping with the literary theme, a collection of fun sticky notes from our friends at if USA.
PENNYWISE BUTTON
Terrify your friends with the loving gaze of Pennywise from Stephen King’s classic horror novel.
SNACK
Trick or Treat - a grab bag of fun snacks to get you in the Halloween spirit.