KC Grifant

KC Grifant is an award-winning author and speaker based in Southern California who writes internationally published horror, fantasy, science fiction and weird west stories.

Her short stories have appeared in podcasts, anthologies and magazines, including: Spaceways Magazine, Unnerving Magazine, Cosmic Horror Monthly, Dark Matter Magazine, the British SF Association’s Fission Magazine, Tales to Terrify, the Lovecraft eZine; Chromophobia; Musings of the Muse; Dancing in the Shadows—A Tribute to Anne Rice; Field Notes from a Nightmare; Six Guns Straight From Hell; Shadowy Natures; Beyond the Infinite-Tales from the Outer Reaches; the Stoker-nominated Fright Mare: Women Write Horror and many others.

Her debut supernatural western novel, Melinda West: Monster Gunslinger (Brigids Gate Press, 2023), described as a blend of Bonnie & Clyde meet The Witcher and Supernatural, has received positive reviews internationally. Reviewers call the book “a fun, fast-paced, monster-filled joy ride,” “fascinating and irresistible,” and a “massive crowd-pleaser.” Other books include her debut short story collection, Shrouded Horror: Tales of the Uncanny (Dragon’s Roost Press, 2024), and the upcoming Melinda West and the Gremlin Queen (Brigids Gate Press, 2025).

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Prep Tips for Your Debut Indie Book Launch

May 12, 2023 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm

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Panelists: Kyle Massa, Jonathan Brazee, T.J. Deschamps and KC Grifant (moderator)
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Whether publishing a small-press or publishing on your own, the debut novel can be intimidating. Learn about tips for marketing, social media, and “must-dos” to prepare for your book launch.

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Control Your Book Promotion

May 14, 2023 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

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Panelists: Michael R. Underwood, KC Grifant, S.G. Blaise and Mark Coker (moderator)
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Discover how to navigate the abundance of promotional options for your book, as well as tips, insights, and lessons learned from those who cold-called bookshops.

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Planning Your Own Publicity Campaign

June 9, 2024 10:30 am to 11:30 am

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Panelists: KC Grifant, Yaroslav Barsukov, Eva Elasigue, Robyn Dabney and Jaye Viner (moderator)
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Book promo for noobs! Resources and advice for making the most of the months leading up to and following a book release. Blurbs, ARCS, industry reviews, blog tours, making the most out of cons or book fairs, tips for effectively using social media. Should you make your own graphics? Hire an independent publicist? Plan a book launch or just enjoy a book birthday lunch?? Help, inquiring debut authors want to know!!

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