Where did we get the idea of a Heaven or Hell in the afterlife? This is a recording of a live reading I gave at a SpoFest event. It was originally an episode of my history show Ancient Light, but the content fits nicely here. Where did Christianity get the idea of heaven and hell? … Continue reading “The Myth of Er” Live reading. Heaven & Hell before Christ. Plato & Myth.
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[The World’s Oldest Joke] History & Fiction – Pictographs – Funny Scary Stories
The oldest written joke as far as historians know dates to the 20th century BC Sumerians. It goes something like this: “Something that has never failed to occur since the beginning of time; a young woman did not fart in her husband’s lap.” Crowd Laughs. “I’ll be on this side of the Ziggurat next week, … Continue reading [The World’s Oldest Joke] History & Fiction – Pictographs – Funny Scary Stories
[Why We Chase Ghosts] Metaphysical PTSD – Temporality & Chasing Ghosts
Why We Chase Ghosts Metaphysical PTSD - Temporality & Chasing Ghosts "Some chase ghosts, and though their hearts may thump in their ears, the fear serves as a ladder to scale over the horror of impermanence." As humans, we have an advanced awareness of time. We understand the temporary nature of things. We know this … Continue reading [Why We Chase Ghosts] Metaphysical PTSD – Temporality & Chasing Ghosts
New Project! “Fish & Bones” Paranormal Audio Drama.
This is an exciting announcement for me. I am writing and directing a new paranormal audio drama, Fish & Bones, starring James Bryant and Kristie Fox, as Janitor Fish and Afterlife Communication Tech Dr. Bonita. Here is the introduction at the beginning of each episode: In the early 20th century scientists discovered afterlife communication. Mass … Continue reading New Project! “Fish & Bones” Paranormal Audio Drama.
[Gothic Fiction] A Different Take on Possession ~ 19th Century
Excerpt from SM Dotson's Possessions of Putressa Click here to join my email notification list for upcoming gothic fiction releases.
Cover Art in Progress ~ Guide to Ghosts: Why Your Grandmother’s Name is Stan ~ Sneak Peak
Those in the know say the cover of a book is the primary influence in the decision to purchase. To give my upcoming book a chance to survive, thrive even, the cover art should supply emotions and information to allure readers who like those moods and tropes. The following image is still in progress, and … Continue reading Cover Art in Progress ~ Guide to Ghosts: Why Your Grandmother’s Name is Stan ~ Sneak Peak
Introductions
Hello! Thank you for perusing my Gothic Fiction & what-I-find-interesting website. I'm a historian, fiction author, and illustrator. I built my own gothic fiction world. The subject matter deals with machinations of the soul, ghosts, exorcisms, afterlife communication, and ancient relics. Think of it as occult soul-theory placed into fiction. A synopsis from my novel, … Continue reading Introductions
SM Dotson 