Author Archives: Steven

Happy Take Your Child to the Library Day 2023!

Posted on February 4, 2023 by Steven

Like the header says, today is Take Your Child to the Library Day. Founded in 2011 by librarians Nadine Lipman and Caitlin Augusta, the event is held the first Saturday in February and encourages librarians to reach out to their communities and … Continue reading →

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What Are SWC Horror Bites?

Posted on February 3, 2023 by Steven

On Wednesday, as part of marking the start of the 2023 celebration of Women in Horror Month, I mentioned our SWC Horror Bites imprint—but what is that, exactly? Well, put basically, “short tales to appease your monstrous hunger for suspense” is … Continue reading →

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Happy Women in Horror Month 2023!

Posted on February 1, 2023 by Steven

Women in Horror Month is here again, that annual celebration that shines the spotlight on the contributions of all the female creators—writers, artists, movie directors, producers, special makeup artists, special effects experts, etc.—who’ve brought thrills and chills to generations of … Continue reading →

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StarWarp Concepts Books and Graphic Novels: Perfect for Comic Shops and Indie Bookstores!

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Steven

Hey there, owners of comic book shops and independent bookstores around the world! Are you interested in adding StarWarp Concepts titles to your shelves, especially now that we’re celebrating our 30th Anniversary this year? Well, here’s how you can do … Continue reading →

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The Best of 2022: Readers’ Favorites

Posted on January 20, 2023 by Steven

So now that you’ve had four days of behind-the-scenes talk of StarWarp Concepts here at the SWC blog, it’s time to look at what readers and potential book buyers are interested in when they peruse all we have to offer. … Continue reading →

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SWC at 30: Behind the Scenes at StarWarp Concepts, Part 4

Posted on January 19, 2023 by Steven

The following is the conclusion of a four-part interview that first appeared on the site Write a Revolution, back in 2015, but since WaR is apparently no longer around, I’m presenting it (with some updates) as part of our 30th … Continue reading →

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SWC at 30: Behind the Scenes at StarWarp Concepts, Part 3

Posted on January 18, 2023 by Steven

The following is the third installment of a four-part interview that first appeared on the site Write a Revolution, back in 2015, but since WaR is apparently no longer around, I’m presenting it (with some updates) as part of our … Continue reading →

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SWC at 30: Behind the Scenes at StarWarp Concepts, Part 2

Posted on January 17, 2023 by Steven

The following is the second installment of a four-part interview with StarWarp Concepts owner/publisher/main writer Steven A. Roman (that’s me!) that first appeared on the site Write a Revolution, back in 2015, but since WaR is apparently no longer around, … Continue reading →

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SWC at 30: Behind the Scenes at StarWarp Concepts, Part 1

Posted on January 16, 2023 by Steven

It’s interview time, with StarWarp Concepts owner/publisher/main writer Steven A. Roman (that’s me!).  The four-part interview that we’re kicking off today first appeared on the site Write a Revolution, back in 2015, but since WaR is apparently no longer around, … Continue reading →

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Happy Kiss a Ginger Day 2023!

Posted on January 12, 2023 by Steven

According to the calendar site Happy Days 365, today is International Kiss a Ginger Day, a holiday created in 2009 as a “karmic counter event” intended to offset negative comments made about fiery-haired people (e.g., that gingers have no souls, that … Continue reading →

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