“Despite horror fiction and film being more popular than ever these days, it seems that the ‘breakthrough’ author in the genre is getting rarer and rarer, despite the successful Leisure line that spotlights icons like Richard Laymon and Jack Ketchum...That may change with Franklin E. Wales’ new novel, BOOGER. Here is a new and original voice from the ultimate fan-cum-artist. BOOGER is a challenging novel told in the simple, down-home style of Joe R. Landsdale. Think Stephen King surprises, Jack Ketchum terror, and Robert Bloch suspense and you have a small part of what Frank Wales delivers here---this BOOGER is a very special treat, worth a pickin’!” - Buried.com.
“Franklin E. Wales’ BOOGER isn't so much a terrifying story as it is a livable nightmare. The story oozes with nasty goodness and I can't wait for the next offering! Be careful after opening this one... you better hope Mr. Wales isn't under your bed!” - David Hayes, Author of MUDDLED MIND and star of BACK WOODS
"Bloody good time, don't think it's just suspense----plenty of action, gore, and twists to keep the reader totally spellbound! And don't think you can guess where things are going, the twists and turns in the storyline just kept coming. Every time I thought I had something figured out, the narrative would switch gears! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!" - Steve McNaughton, Journalist
"(Frank's) published numerous pieces of both fiction and nonfiction, but “Booger” is his most ambitious work to date." - Janet Hounsell, CONWAY DAILY SUN
"FANMOTHERF**KINGTASTIC"- Bunkle Funk, Fort Worth, TX
"Gamemaster by Franklin E. Wales can only be described as riveting. It takes you by the throat, and despite your protests, just won't let go. It is in the thriller category as a cross between Silence of the Lambs and Stephen King's wildest dreams. The frightening truth is, it could happen, might even be happening, right now to my kids and yours.Gamemaster blurs the lines between our worse nightmares and today's realities. " - Marilyn Boutwell, English Specialist, LIU Brooklyn Campus
"Forget Koonz, King, Ketchum Lee Laymon and the rest Franklin E. Wales stands on top. The character and story development are superior to anything I have read in a long time. . The revelations that unfold about Bernie knocked me out of my chair. I honestly say I did not see that coming. You really feel and learn about the characters and feel there not characters but people you have known all your life. Your sad to see the story come to an end." - Phil Herman, Independent Director.
"GAMEMASTER finds horror author Franklin E. Wales evolving into a master storyteller. It's a fast, hypnotic, 21st Century morality tale combined with a supernatural detective story. Once you pick this book up, it's hard to put down. If you mixed Thomas Harris and Ed Lee, the result would be Frankline E. Wales' GAMEMASTER. This is a grisly, wonderful book and Wales' writing style keeps you turning the pages well past the midnight hour. This compelling novel is destined to become a horror classic!" -Tim Ritter, author of UNREEL and director of RECONCILED
In the small border town of Purgatory Junction, no bad deed goes unpunished. A wicked man who takes pleasure in destroying the lives of others… A young gambler seeking revenge… A reformed outlaw forced to return to his ways of old,,, A deaf-mute bounty killer who collects heads for his pay… A country pastor who has fallen from grace… Will all find their lives entwined. Bullets will fly, blood will flow, lives will end, and dreams will be fulfilled, on the dusty streets of…Purgatory Junction.
Shooting on this motion picture was slated for August 2006, But it is currently under negotiation. Stay tuned for further details. The clip above is a "Teaser" made to help sell the movie.
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Most of us learned the name David “The Rock” Nelson from some scalding review in some genre rag. Though it is true his movies lack anything even close to a budget, he has managed to carve his own place in contemporary motion picture history. On a recent trip to Chicago, I had the opportunity to interview “The Rock” and Jacki took the pictures. Christopher Kahler was on hand to videotape the entire event. The interview will run in the upcoming online edition of HACKER’S SOURCE. I asked the man five questions and he talked for two hours. It’s been said, “Ask The Rock a question and you don't get an answer…You get a story!” and nothing could be truer. In fact the interview was so intense that Chris and I have decided to release a DVD of the event. Trust me, this is one director who won’t put you to sleep with his story. I’ll post the link when the story is published, in the meantime, you should check out “The Rock” online.
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