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Written Backwards is perhaps best known for its anthologies (along with publishing unique collections, novels, and other unique books), so below is a complete bibliography in order of release. These books have received numerous accolades over the years and have, more importantly, helped bring light to new literary voices otherwise hidden in the dark. Are you missing any? The images below link to Amazon (because that's where a majority of avid readers purchase books, unfortunately), but you can check out the Anthologies page for a full list of links to other retailers, or to purchase directly from the publisher, which is always appreciated.

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · 5d

I posted about the recently announced anthology tie-in to Stephen King's THE SHINING (edited by @jamieflanagan.com) and mentioned it includes someone who shares my name. To clarify, it's me (some asked). Want to be a part of it? Check out @chuckpalahniuk.bsky.social's newsletter for more info.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · 6d

Congratulations to @jamieflanagan.com and everyone involved with this anthology rooted in Stephen King's THE SHINING.

Chelsea Cain, Johnny Compton, Mike Flanagan, Christopher Golden, Justina Ireland, Ai Jiang, Alma Katsu, Brian Keene, Daniel Knauf, Silvia Moreno-Garcia, Chuck Palahniuk, and me.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · 6d

ANTHOLOGY BIBLIOGRAPHY

Written Backwards is perhaps best known for its anthologies (along with publishing unique collections, novels, and other unique books), so below is a complete bibliography in order of release. These books have received numerous accolades over the years and have, more…

ANTHOLOGY BIBLIOGRAPHY

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · 19d

Silent me means a busy me, but here's an update on a not-so-silent project, SILENT NIGHTMARES, co-edited with Chuck Palahniuk for Saga Press, an imprint of Simon & Schuster. This incredible anthology will include illustrations by @orionzangaraart.bsky.social, so here's a teaser.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Sep 20

IT'S THE END IF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT (current book I'm reading, and also the state of the planet), but my copy is bound UPSIDE-DOWN! Is this by design, or did the printer know I like things a little backward? Anyone else see the same?

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Sep 20

The first two volumes of YOU, HUMAN return to regular eBook prices soon, so you have the rest of this weekend to snag them discounted. Lots of copies moving, which is always nice and supports future books.

YOU, HUMAN: Vol. 2 – BOOKBUB!

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Sep 15

#1 in horror anthologies.
#1 in fiction anthologies.
#2 in science fiction anthologies

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Sep 15

YOU, HUMAN: Get it all, digitally, for under 3 bucks. 200,000 words of dark science fiction.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Sep 14

YOU, HUMAN: Vol. 2 – BOOKBUB!

You, Human, Vol. 2 is a BookBub deal for a limited time, now only $0.99. The first volume is also discounted at this time. Also available in hardcover, trade paperback, and eBook wherever books are sold. Amazon: eBook | trade paperback | hardcover Barnes &…

You, Human, Vol. 2 is a BookBub deal for a limited time, now only $0.99. The first volume is also discounted at this time. Also available in hardcover, trade paperback, and eBook wherever books are sold. Amazon: eBook | trade paperback | hardcover Barnes & Noble: trade paperback | hardcover Books-A-Million (BAM!): trade paperback | hardcover Ingram…

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Sep 14

YOU, HUMAN, Vol. 2 is currently a BookBub deal.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jul 31

New mirror for the casa.

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Rob Saucedo @robsaucedo.bsky.social · Jul 7

I really enjoyed OVERSIGHT, a collection of two novellas and a short story by @nettirw.bsky.social. The book luxuriates in sci-fi horror in the vein of BLACK MIRROR, with a strong emotional edge. There's some scary stuff, some smart speculative sci-fi, and a whole heaping of humanity. Check it out!

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jul 4

It's a good day to support independent press and to remember that our fight for freedom is far from over.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jul 3

Happy book birthday to YOU, HUMAN: Vol. 2, available today wherever books are sold, simultaneously in hardcover, paperback, and eBook. One of the most highly anticipated anthologies of dark science fiction is finally here! nettirw.com/anthologies

YOU, HUMAN: Vol. 2 – NOW AVAILABLE!

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jul 3

YOU, HUMAN: Vol. 2 – NOW AVAILABLE!

One of the most highly anticipated anthologies of the year is now available wherever books are sold! The book releases today, simultaneously in hardcover, trade paperback, and eBook. Amazon: eBook | trade paperback | hardcover Barnes & Noble: trade…

One of the most highly anticipated anthologies of the year is now available wherever books are sold! The book releases today, simultaneously in hardcover, trade paperback, and eBook. Amazon: eBook | trade paperback | hardcover Barnes & Noble: trade paperback | hardcover Books-A-Million (BAM!): trade paperback | hardcover Ingram: trade paperback | hardcover Multi-award-winning editor Michael Bailey brings you the next volume of the You, Human series, with fiction illustrated throughout by L.A.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 26

Dragonfruit flower ... time to fertilize.

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 23

I am late to the game, but finally going in. If anything, this will be my favorite part of this movie, a simple splash screen giving credit where credit's due (to @paultremblay.bsky.social). And it's @mnightshyamalan.bsky.social , so it will be pretty and atmospheric and other things.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 19

Who's a finalist for the National Indie Excellence Awards for anthologies? FUMPTRUCK and all its contributors, that's who.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 16

So much fun!

Michael Bailey Explores the Power of Storytelling, Horror, and Creative Collaboration - novelistpost.com

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 16

Same feelings here. Scariest book I've read in decades! (and that was a @stephenking.bsky.social tale). I can't praise this book (and the audio version) enough.

Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 16

Novelist Post interview. My hair's a bit longer now, but this is an interesting read if you're curious about my process and latest creations. (I guess I'm due for new headshots).

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PHOTO: Michael Bailey, award-winning author, editor, and creative force behind works like Silent Nightmares and Madness and Writers, photographed in his creative space. Credit: Julie Stipes Writing Ac...

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YOU, HUMAN: Vol. 2 – PREORDER!

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Stephen King @stephenking.bsky.social · Jun 15

INCIDENTS AROUND THE HOUSE, Josh Malerman: This is the rare novel that's authentically scary. I mean, this is THE EXORCIST level of scary. The audiobook version is good, too.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 11

YOU, HUMAN: Vol. 2 – PREORDER!

Yes, you can now preorder one of the most highly anticipated anthologies of the year! Amazon: eBook | trade paperback | hardcover Barnes & Noble: trade paperback | hardcover Books-A-Million (BAM!): trade paperback | hardcover Multi-award-winning editor Michael Bailey…

Yes, you can now preorder one of the most highly anticipated anthologies of the year! Amazon: eBook | trade paperback | hardcover Barnes & Noble: trade paperback | hardcover Books-A-Million (BAM!): trade paperback | hardcover Multi-award-winning editor Michael Bailey brings you the next volume of the You, Human series, with fiction illustrated throughout by L.A. Spooner, poetry illustrations by Orion Zangara, and an introduction by Maxwell I.

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Michael Bailey @nettirw.bsky.social · Jun 8

See you all soon!