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Part 2 of the giveaway has come to and end! And the winner has been drawn. Congratulations to them!

As we move onto the third part of celebrating 5 years of Wolfgang, it's been an excellent ride through memory lane. 5 years ago was the start something very special, the birthing of a new vampire hunter series, one that will prevail in the years to come. Tenor Wolfgang has continued his search for his son, and now that he is hot on his trail, he will stop at nothing to reunite with him. In Communion, the third book of the Wolfgang trilogy series, the finale comes to an end. What will prevail in the end? Come and find out by entering your chance to win a copy of this fantasy gothic horror novel.

Also in this final giveaway, I am also including a copy of Hideyuki Kikuchi's Vampire Hunter D's volume 12, Pale Fallen Angel parts 3 and 4.

Enter for your chance to win a copy of each of these books by sharing the original facebook post part 3 of 3 giveaway on F. D. Gross's page. The contest will run until October 21st

Communion synopsis:

A NEW LEGEND IN VAMPIRE HUNTING IS BORN…Sunstone. The great Holy City, sits in a valley of rain and snow, waiting for the one who will come and liberate it from the festering evil growing deep within its belly. It is here the Carnalreesee have taken Dorian. It is here where Tenor must go. For within the bosom of the devil, shadows spread like disease, growing darker each day.A new found power.A race against time.Two unlikely companions join the growing band of vampire hunters in a final attempt to track down Dorian before Tenor’s worst fears come true.The tower lives and the walls speak.Nothing prepares Tenor for the horrors that await him in the Dark Cathedral. With all hope lost, it is Enivid, the soul-bound spiritual weapon of Diana that pushes him through until the very end.Knowing only blood, sweat and tears for weeks on end, Tenor’s days of struggle finally draw to a close.Now, more than ever before, humanity needs a hero.

Pale Fallen Angel synopsis:

Baron Byron Balazs nears the end of his arduous journey; his bodyguard-the enigmatic and deadly Vampire Hunter D — has delivered him to his faraway home in Krauhausen. Having survived the near-epic journey, and many attempts on his life — ordered by his father, the dread Vampire Noble Lord Vlad — the baron thinks he is ready for his final battle, whatever the cost. But Lord Vlad is not so easily vanquished, as he unleashes yet another host of nefarious killers on his son, not least of whom is a mad doctor who was enlisted to perform sinister experiments on the young baron's mother years before!

* The epic conclusion of the longest Vampire Hunter D story ever. This book was originally published in four individual novels in Japan. To make this more affordable for fans, we're releasing this mega-novel as two omnibus volumes!

* Features thirteen black-and-white line illustrations by Yoshitaka Amano.

So good luck to you all. I will see you after at the conclusion of this giveaway!

Happy reading and I hope you enjoyed this journey of celebrating 5 Years of Wolfgang with me! Keep it dark. Keep it scary. Happy Halloween!

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Greetings all!

So here we are, into the second part of the giveaway, honoring the first book release of the Wolfgang Trilogy 5 years ago! A winner was selected for the first part. Congratulations to them!

Here is your chance to win paperback copies of Inquisition and At Death's Door.

INQUISITION:

Inquisition, was the second book released in the trilogy series. It came out 2 years later after Wolfgang. For those unfamiliar with what the series is about, it is a three part series covering the aspect of a Vampire Hunter on a quest to find his son, who was kidnapped by the very thing he loathes. Vampires. Tenor Wolfgang, the main protagonist of the story, continues his search for Dorian, his son, now missing for three days and counting. Braving the cold harsh Cordova mountains, he and his best friend, Kronklich, team up to continue their hunt. They do all that they must and no obstacle is too great when it comes to saving the one you love, the heir to the Wolfgang House.

A story filled with action, adventure, horror and suspense, Inquisition is the perfect book to add to your collection for everything gothic and vampires! It belongs on your bookshelf! Blood, sweat, and tears was spent making this second novel a reality, and I couldn’t be more proud of this accomplishment. It has everything from masquerade balls to runaway trains, with a healthy serving of vampire slaying.

AT DEATH'S DOOR:The second book in the giveaway is an anthology that I was happy to contribute to. At Deaths Door is a collective covering the macabre ideals of death in everyday life. It contains the short story “The Locked Door” appears in this wonderfully constructed book of otherworldly ideals, and I invite you to saturate your senses. There are so many wonderful stories to read in this anthology. Because in reality, we are all at death's door presently, waiting for it to open…

Fall reading is the best time to bolster the senses and sharpen the mind. As we begin the descent into the winter months, it is autumn that we harvest our thoughts and put them to good use. What better way to sharpen your stakes and conquer the evil that lies waiting in the dark corners of your room.

RULES FOR SECOND GIVEAWAY:

They are simple really. Share this post on Facebook and it will automatically enter you in for the random drawing in two weeks time. Last day to enter will be October 6th 2021.

Good luck to all who enter for the drawing!

Stay tune for the third and final giveaway in two weeks.

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It's finally here! The 5 Years of Wolfgang Giveaway is underway. This a 3 part giveaway series that will explore the three book that make the trilogy. We are happy to announce the part 1 giveaway today!

Enter for your chance at wining a signed copy of F. D. Gross', Wolfgang, book 1 of the Wolfgang Trilogy & a copy of Hideyuki Kikuchi's, Vampire Hunter D, Demon Deathchase, volume 3!

All you have to do is subscribe to the free www.wolfgangchronicles.com news letter and you automatically enter yourself in for the random drawing that will take place on September 21st.

Winner will receive their prize in the mail and is available to anyone in any region of the world.

Published 5 years ago, September 6th 2016, Wolfgang is the first in the three part Wolfgang trilogy where the iconic vampire hunter, Tenor Wolfgang, embarks on his journey to search for his missing son.

Join us in celebrating this hero, the savior and protector of the undead, by reminiscing his past, what he's accomplished from the beginning, and the fate that awaits him. Wolfgang isn't just a story about slaying vampires and creatures of the night. It is a story about the human condition prevailing against all odds, surviving the worst of the worst, and, perseverance above all things. Most importantly, this novel touches on family bonds and its power to break limitations, pushing one's soul to the brink.

F. D. Gross', Wolfgang:

Sixteen years have passed since the death of Lord Egleaseon, the vampire lord who sought to be human again, defeated by the famous noble lord, Wolfgang. One day after cleansing the surrounding countryside of vampires, Wolfgang returns from his latest expedition only to be faced with the horrible reality that everything he held dear to his heart has been taken from him. His wife is dead, his home is burned, and his son is nowhere to be found. Only the smallest inclination leads him to believe his orphaned servant is somehow responsible.He is desperate and provoked, and will do anything to get his son back, even if it means journeying the path of darkness.

Hideyuki's Vampire Hunter D, Demon Death Chase:

The novel that was the basis for the hit motion picture Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlustis available in English for the first time!

The third volume of the popular Japanese series Vampire Hunter D comes to America in Vampire Hunter D: Demon Deathchase. The vampire hunter known only as D has been hired by a wealthy, dying man to find his daughter, who was kidnapped by the powerful vampire Lord Meierlink. Though humans speak well of Meierlink, the price on his head is too high for D to ignore and he sets out to save her before she can be turned into an undead creature of the night. In the nightmare world of 12090 A.D., finding Meierlink before he reaches the spaceport in the Clayborn States and gets off the planet will be hard enough, but D has more than just Meierlink to worry about. The dying man is taking no chances, and has also enlisted the Marcus family, a renegade clan of four brothers and a sister who don't care who they kill as long as they get paid. Beautiful illustrations by Yoshitaka Amano complement the post-apocalyptic plot, filled with chilling twists.

Two great stories, two different worlds, two iconic vampire hunters! It is thrilling to know that there still exists hunters out there that are willing to put their lives on the line to protect humanity. So get reading, and learn all you can about the adventures that await you!

Good luck to all participants! Stay tuned for part 2 coming late September.

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Today marks the fifth anniversary for Wolfgang, the first book published by F. D. Gross. It is the first in the three part Wolfgang trilogy where the iconic vampire hunter, Tenor Wolfgang, embarks on his journey to search for his missing son.

Join us in celebrating this hero, the savior and protector of the undead, by reminiscing his past, what he's accomplished from the beginning, and the fate that awaits him. Wolfgang isn't just a story about slaying vampires and creatures of the night. It is a story about the human condition prevailing against all odds, surviving the worst of the worst, and, perseverance above all things. Most importantly, this novel touches on family bonds and its power to break limitations, pushing one's soul to the brink.

Adventure is sometimes defined as a learning experience. No matter the outcome or experience, good or bad, adventure lies in the hearts of all men and women. It's what drives the world to expand and advance, to show places that have never been seen before.

Wolfgang is adventure. F. D. Gross takes you somewhere beyond the brink of reality, somewhere fantastical, where the night is not yet owned by humans. Vampires. They are real and they are unforgiving. They are around every corner, even in our day to day lives. You may not see them, but they are there. Chances are you have been affected by them and didn't even know it! This story couldn't be more relevant to the here and now.

Tenor Alvadine Wolfgang is a man of strong will and conviction, and coming from a house where his family is renowned for slaying monsters, it is no surprise his characteristics fit the bill, the standard hero statistics of a past time and place. Born a noble and raised a monster slayer, Tenor is the perfect formula for kicking ass. Equipped with unlimited assets and the knowledge of ancient lore, the reader is instantly transported into the mind of a truly unique perspective, a first person experience through the eyes of a Vamprie Hunter. The world of Ashton needs you, the reader, to bring life to a story that may just very well ensnare your heart and compel you to take a journey of a life time.

Want to learn more about slaying vampires? Read this book. Want a story about strife, suffering, and conquering unimaginable odds? Read this book. Want a mystery encapsulated in a gothic fantasy world? You get the idea.

To help celebrate this 5 Years of Wolfgang Anniversary, F. D. Gross has once again planned to run a giveaway in three parts. Stay tuned for your chance to get your hands on a copy of this celebrated debut novel released in 2016.

Greetings all,

It's been a while since I've been back on here. For this season, The Doctor is in session! As you might know, Fall , or Halloween season, is almost over, and its been a busy time for me! Between doing giveaways, writing new material, and working in a haunted house attraction, my time dwindles quite quickly through the week, burning well into the night and that oil is running low! But that doesn't mean I will slow down. No not at all. Many things to talk about today, so lets get started:

'Tis no surprise that I enjoy working in haunted houses. Last year I had written a post about what it was like to be a scare actor. The greatness of scarring people and making them run for their lives despite any real mortal danger. It's quite hilarious and entertaining, this I can assure. The subtleties of running yourself down to pure exhaustion is only one of the side effects after working the "haunt season" and I won't write about those experiences again today, but I am going to talk a little about the new house I've been working at due to the temporary closing of Enigma Haunt.

For the past several weeks now I have been indulging with my crew at The Haunting of

Duskfield Springs, a series of escape-rooms combined together for the ultimate haunting experience. We've been hard at work to bring the best experience one could hope for down here in South Florida. With so many places having their covid restrictions, most of the attractions down here shut down for the season. Well, between me and my comrades in the haunting industry, we were able to keep the flame burning bright for those who still crave a good scare despite the worry of contracting a deadly virus ( a horror all of its own). And I will say this now, this is all in thanks and appreciation to Freddy Hernandez, the spark plug to the whole operation. If it wasn't for him and his passion, time, and dedication, such a haunting opportunity would have gone dry. The

season would be dead in my eyes. There are many other I'd like to thank, but I'll leave it for another post another day. I've seen some of the other happenings around South Florida and they are really nothing compared to what we have going on at Xtreme Action Park. It has been an honor to work with so many of my fine brother's and sister's at this venue, some of the best troupe actor's one could ask for. The experience is almost what I would imagine is like working at an intriguing carnival. Some of the best freaks with similar interests.

The Haunting of Duskfield Springs has been running now since the beginning of October and guess what? There is still time for any local people ( and out of town people) to come check it

out. The last three nights are approaching fast (Thursday, Friday, and Saturday - Halloween night) So much is happening in this haunted attraction. Between a demonic possessed cabin full of demons, a secret laboratory ran by yours truly (aka The Doctor), hallways full of ominous sirens, fog, and surprises around every corner, there's so many screams to have, you won't wether to run, cry, or piss yourself. I think I made some customers do the last one. I won't spoil the experience any more, so come find out

for yourself. You can find out more information here at www.xtremeactionpark.com #HauntingofDuskfieldSprings check it out on twitter, instagram, facebook, and all of those places. Also, a special episode of Hauntscene's Facebook Live will be on tonight to talk about their walkthrough experience last weekend. Find them here: https://www.facebook.com/hauntscene/

Now, on to the writing portion of this post. Although the haunt season has chewed up most of my time as an individual for October, I still have found time to plug away at spontaneous note taking for my upcoming novel, Grelldragon: The Medallion of Green Earth. Some of you may be wondering with a title like that (still pending technically) how on earth is this new project relating to gothic horror. Well technically, it doesn't, and although gothic horror is one of my ultimate passions, I do not limit myself to such titles and ambitions. In fact I hope to write in other base genres that will surface eventually. There are a lot of things that constantly channel through my brain at any given point of the day, and to be able to publish them professionally is a monumental task. Being that I am long life fan of epic fantasies such as Lord of the Rings or Game of Thrones, I've always had this one particular story I've pushed to the back-burner for quite some time. After finishing the Wolfgang Trilogy, I knew it was time to indulge in where it would take me. It's strange really , how certain stories call to you as a writer. I won't entirely rule out that there won't be ANY horror in the tale, in fact, one of the main antagonists is quite disturbing as an individual. But the premise is this: Set in a medieval fantasy world, two unsuspecting university bound mages find themselves wrapped up in something more important that passing their next exam. Something that will involve the entire world, and their contributions may or may not bring it's entire destruction. Told through a narrative of multiple points of view, this latest collaboration of magic, heroism, and death, will spark a new era in the universe of F. D. Gross. I invite you to journey along with me.

Lastly, I'd like to speak about my collaboration with Spencer Scott Holmes and Ryan Dunigan and their Oldman Orange Podcast show. I've done guest appearances on there in the past, talking bout things we love, vampires and such, especially Castlevania, and now recently I've been invited to come on again. This time we will be discussing the notorious bloody film - 30 Days of Night and also the short graphic novel Castlevania: The Belmot Legacy. This came out back in 2005 and for those of you fans of the Netflix series, if you like art and comics, blood and guts, and VAMPIRES, it's definitely the way to go. Make sure you tune in once the show is published. It should be a good time. You can listen to the Oldman Orange podcast show just about anywhere. Here is their information:

Old Man Orange is Spencer Scott Holmes & Ryan Dunigan - "Young Adults, Old Man Attitude. Talking retro games, classic films and comic good times with a crisp of Orange taste." - www.OldManOrange.com. Check out our Walabie The Rabbit and Drunk Batman and Robin Animated Series. The original Drunk Batman that is. Also take a gander at some of our live action flicks and music videos. And Pizza Boyz The Sit Com Styled Comic book Series on

Comixology, Amazon and Comix Central. Thanks! So come on by, and laugh and learn with all of us at Old Man Orange. Download our Podcasts at the links below on iTunes and Podomatic. Check out our other pages at the links below. Like, Subscribe, Download, Comment, and Share Please.

And I don't think I need to mention this, however, I beg that you please support your local artist's, be it art, music, literature, comics, you name it. It's important that we keep the creative mind's fire burning brightly for future generations to come (if we're still around! Ha!)

Cheers all!

F. D. Gross

Now is your chance to win some free books!

Greetings friends! Here we are and its already September! Where has the time gone? Since Halloween is right around the corner, I figured it was the perfect time to do a GIVE AWAY. Why not win a chance to get your hands on some spooky books for the haunting season? I'm talking about The Wolfgang Trilogy. And the best part about it, it's FREE to enter. And...you can enter as many times you like! All you have to do is share the post on FD Gross's Facebook page. (Go to facebook.com and search for FD GROSS). The more times you share, the more chances you have at winning. It's that simple. Diana and I will be keeping track of all the entries. A winner will be randomly drawn at the beginning of October.

And wait! Theres more! I will be throwing in a free copy of Hideyuki Kikuchi's latest Vampire Hunter D novel titled, Noble Front. How exciting! Thats right. Four books for free. The End. And good luck!

P.S. if you want to know more about my books, please visit:
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Communion, book 3 of the Wolfgang Trilogy has been out for over a little more than a month now, and some exciting things have happened since thin. The book is doing well so far in the market, and some fans are very pleased with its release so far. Great news!

F. D. Gross' goal to ensure Tenor Wolfgang lives on in the hearts of all vampire slayer enthusiasts remains true. His vision for a new legend in the genre has become a reality. The Wolfgang Trilogy is testimony to that.

In the meantime, some new videos have been published on YouTube relating to Communion: Unboxing, excerpt readings, interview, etc.

Here are some links to the videos in case you missed any:

YouTube TRAILER:

The unboxing of Communion:

Excerpt Reading of Communion:

Interview with F. D. Gross:

Links to the books can be found here:

Amazon: (They are available where ever books are sold as well, paperback and ebook)

And of course this does not mean this is the end of the road or F. D. Gross' writing. In fact, he is currently working on two new projects simultaneously, believe it or not, and remains steadily busy bringing new fantasy to light. One of his new series, Grelldragon, will be focusing on a new take about the world and its mirroring effects of destruction. He is very excited to be working on this for it has been a vision of his for quite some time. His fascination with wizards and dragons has always peaked his interests. Stay tuned for more updates. Continue to check back on this blog page and you can also sign up with his newsletter here:

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Greetings fellow travelers. I hope these have brought you some solace in the midst of this proclaimed pandemic times. In the interim of this said "pandemic" I'd like to share with you a book I recently ready by author Scott Hale, a wonderful colleague of mine in the writing industry, a man of exquisite talent and profound knowledge of horror. His latest work involves a haunted living place that will provide to you anything you desire and the formidable, yet highly underrated supernaturalism of werewolves.

Please journey forward and take a look at my recent review of his work. If this is your sort of thing, make sure to get yourself a copy.

My first impression of this story, after reading part one, was that it was going to be a balls to the wall, action horror book, filled with grime and guts, werewolves tearing hearts out at every chance they get, but it turned out to be much more than that. In fact, there are four parts to the story which lend a helping hand to a well-paced psychological horror themed, sociopathic, bleed all over the pages kind of experience. Hale’s background in social work speaks volumes in this latest installment of his library works. 

In Sheep’s Skin is a very different type of story, much so in fact, it is a nice change set from his Bone’s of the Earth series. It gives the reader a chance to explore other avenues that Hale has to offer. This story, although themed with elements of the occult and werewolves, touches on the human psyche more than anything, even more than the supernatural itself. With two protagonists that serve as antagonist to one another, Peter and Mary, they succumb to a horrible event together by chance and coincidence, which makes the read that more enticing. They undergo quite a love / hate relationship that seemingly confuses the reader at first, but over time, Hale’s murder mystery romp comes to a head, fully steaming and ready to explode. Many eyebrows will raise and many moralistic values will be challenged.  

Despite the initial seemingly lack of actual werewolf action through most of the book, there is plenty of werewolf lore to go around. Traditional silver bullets and wolfsbane is utilized which was a nice throwback to original folklore. And the werewolf foreshadowing bits was a nice touch during dramatic exchanges between Mary and Peter. Also, there is a hint to an order that hunts werewolves, but I’m not giving any spoilers. I thought overall Hales approach to the genre remained true to the tradition and yet was still able to add his own twist to this type of ancient story telling.

Rich descriptive scenes and the inner struggles each Mary and Peter face from their past added a nice flavor-full twist to the direction of the story. At certain points, the reader is tricked into rooting for certain sides, yet the truth is never revealed until the end. And what an ending. It is no surprise Hale stays true to his art of horror. There is nothing short of super descriptive blood y scenes full of breaking bones, eviscerated flesh, and broken teeth. The daunting words on the back of the book, “Blood begets its truth,” speaks volumes. It surely supports that overall theme he was working for. 

And one of the most haunting, daunting places in the entire book, was Goetia. This fort of decay and ruin lives on in the heart of its heir, while continuing to breathe malignancy into the air surrounding Talbot, the main setting of where the story takes place. Point in fact, Goetia is one scary yet beautiful place, and Hale couldn’t have described it any better. Places that live and breathe always sets the mood for something sinister, even if in the minds of the characters, they believe nature is providing them a way to paradise.

Blood, sacrifice, and murder. In Sheep’s Skin no doubt has it all. It is occult horror at its finest, and demonstrates a new direction in Scott Hale’s writing, (even if there are some traces of The Bones of the Earth series) which has led this book to be a new staple in his horrific collection of macabre meanderings.

5 out of 5 stars.

F. D. Gross

Also, don't forget that Communion, book 3 of the Wolfgang Trilogy, is now available where ever books are sold. Please check out the main website for additional information.

www.wolfgangchronicles.com

Finally, I have the privilege of bringing to you, Communion, the third and final book of The Wolfgang Trilogy! It's been a long time coming, but no longer must we wait.

Available on all formats: Amazon, Kindle, Barnes and Noble, Nook, Google Play, Apple Books, and Kobo.

Here is the synopsis if you missed it.

A NEW LEGEND IN VAMPIRE HUNTING IS BORN…

Sunstone. The great Holy City, sits in a valley of rain and snow, waiting for the one who will come and liberate it from the festering evil growing deep within its belly. It is here the Carnalreesee have taken Dorian. It is here where Tenor must go. For within the bosom of the devil, shadows spread like disease, growing darker each day.

A new found power.

A race against time.

Two unlikely companions join the growing band of vampire hunters in a final attempt to track down Dorian before Tenor’s worst fears come true.

The tower lives and the walls speak.

Nothing prepares Tenor for the horrors that await him in the Dark Cathedral. With all hope lost, it is Enivid, the soul-bound spiritual weapon of Diana that pushes him through until the very end.

Knowing only blood, sweat and tears for weeks on end, Tenor’s days of struggle finally draw to a close.

Now, more than ever before, humanity needs a hero.

THE WOLFGANG TRILOGY IS NOW COMPLETE!

There will be an online event in honor of the release of Communion. Please make sure to come and join in the festivities. There will be two giveaways you won't want to miss out on!

Details about the event can be found here:

Get ready for the cover reveal for book 3 of The Wolfgang Trilogy! We will be exploring images relating to the inspiration of the book art as well as presenting never before seen pictures of the actual book cover and back cover. Make sure to click on the "attend" link to show us you will be going. How exciting! The trilogy is coming to a close!

ATTEND EVENT:

,THIS IS AN ONLINE EVENT ONLY! ATTEND FROM ANYWHERE. This is not a release event. The release event will come at a later date when the book is published.

,Background:,, The Wolfgang Trilogy is a project started by Author F. D. Gross back in 2016. Since then, he has brought to you two pieces of literary fiction titled, Wolfgang book 1, and Inquisition book 2. Both works have been critically acclaimed as works of Gothic Fantasy and Vampire Horror. Although F. D. Gross writes in many different genres, his main focus for the last 4 years has been gothic horror. He is finally proud to bring to you the closure that is the third book of the trilogy, title to be revealed June 2nd.