October has brought some lovely milestones in my writing life, and I’m delighted to share them with you. From my newsletter to the growing world of my podcasts—and a story appearing in a Halloween anthology—there are more ways than ever to step into the shadows with E. L. Ravenheart.
My newsletter brings together news from across my writing world: the books, the podcasts, the projects taking shape behind the scenes, and the stories waiting for their moment.If you enjoy Gothic fiction, haunted landscapes and the unsettling histories that linger beneath ordinary places, I hope you’ll join me. It’s a chance to follow the work as it develops and discover what comes next.Visit www.elravenheart.co.uk to find out more and keep up with the latest updates.
Writing may begin on the page, but hearing a story aloud gives it another kind of life. A pause becomes a warning. A whisper feels closer. A place you imagined suddenly seems to surround you.I’ve been sharing free podcast introductions and episodes connected to my books, including The Hollow Below, the world of Witham Grange, and Whispers at the Quantock Sanatorium.These recordings offer a way to get to know my writing, whether you’re already a reader or discovering my stories for the first time.In just six days, the podcast reached 100 downloads. Thank you to everyone who listened, shared an episode or encouraged someone else to try it. For a new venture, that support means a great deal.You can listen to the free introduction to Whispers at the Quantock Sanatorium here, and explore more through my website.
I’m also delighted to announce that one of my stories has been selected for Nightmare Narratives, published by Dark Holme Publishing for Halloween 2026.The anthology brings together 13 original stories of horror and dark fantasy, chosen by Dark Holme readers. I’m thrilled to have my work included and to share its pages with fellow writers of the strange and unsettling.With release scheduled for 24 October 2026, pre-orders are now available.Explore Nightmare Narratives and pre-order your copy.Please bear in mind that the publisher prints books to order and advises allowing 5–10 working days for printing before dispatch, with delivery time following afterwards.
Whether you read my books, listen to the podcasts, follow the newsletter or share a post with a friend, you help these stories find their audience.There is something very special about knowing that a story written here in Somerset is reaching someone elsewhere—perhaps through their headphones on an evening walk, or from a book opened after the house has gone quiet.Thank you for making room for my stories.Until next time, keep listening. There may be something beneath the silence.E. L. RavenheartVisit my website · Listen to the free podcast · Discover Nightmare Narratives