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Oli Jacobs - Author

@olijbooks

Writer of books. He/Him. Largely oblivious. Absolutely anxious. Usually found in a pit of despair.

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7 chapters left of my new book Bad Dog to edit, and then it’s ready for release.

Brain power permitting, of course.

11.03.2026 22:37 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks for an action-packed chat!

Autism Acceptance Month (April) is right around the corner. While I'm booked up for in-person events, if there are any interviewers or podcasters looking talk to an autistic writer/horror person, feel free to reach out.

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11.03.2026 20:04 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thanks, #HorrorWritersChat! Once again, I’d like to highlight the Don’t Go For the Vault: A Bank Robbery Horror Anthology Kickstarter. You don’t want to miss out on the ultimate #horrorheist!

www.kickstarter.com/projects/165...

11.03.2026 20:10 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Nothing But The Willows & Other Things That Are Not There Check out Nothing But The Willows & Other Things That Are Not There - <p>Perception is reality. But how much can you trust with only two eyes? Cracks in the fabric of the universe reveal facets of a p...

Well, Gree, it was fun talking Aliens but you had me fight one with an axe and my Choose Your Own Adventure ended…poorly.
But! I respawned and I’m back at the beginning with a collection, a few containing my own cosmic threats. Awesome cover done by @stinasdemons.com!
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11.03.2026 20:10 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Writer's Journey: Content Directory Wondering What to Read? Start Here!

Since a few folks seemed intrigued by my Synaptic Sprawl Mythos, I thought I'd share a link to my directory of those stories: bradleyramsey.substack.com/p/the-writer...

Would love to know what you think! Feedback is always welcome. 😁

11.03.2026 20:09 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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fozzie bear is sitting at a table with a cup of coffee Alt: fozzie bear is sitting at a table with a cup of coffee

My WORK, not word.

Literally spotted that mistake as I pressed send.

11.03.2026 20:10 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Amazing session this week @greethewriter.bsky.social ! Some great stuff from #HorrorWritersChat

My word mentioned this week were:

Wrath of the Land (gloopy mass in small town ends world): amzn.eu/d/052HBjko

Station 17 (Thing inspired horror on a sub-aquatic research rig): amzn.eu/d/05ONe1ZV

11.03.2026 20:08 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

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I swing my axe. Blood splashes into my eyes. I should be more careful. I try again, this time mother’s head comes off cleanly. There’s no splashing. At least, none in my eyes. I can see now how I’m going to fit all of her body parts in the cupboard under the stairs. Neat.

11.03.2026 19:53 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 7 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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I swing my axe. Blood splashes into my eyes. I now have seconds before the infection takes hold.

With little option, I reach into my coat. The fleshy mutations consume me, turning my body into their own. I think of Lucy. My Lucy.

I pull the pin on the grenades. Goodnight.

11.03.2026 19:53 πŸ‘ 11 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Thank you!

@biggreenbooks.bsky.social I’ve pinged you a DM with my new address.

11.03.2026 19:49 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I have written a piece of flash fan fiction for my AlphaFlashes series that I’m quite proud of. Should upload it soon…

11.03.2026 19:39 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

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Demons or zombies. Basically anything humanoid or body horror adjacent that is full FERAL. Only mode they know is attack, attack, attack.

The mutants from Station 17 come to mind from my own work. Something about being chased by a set of bisected legs…

11.03.2026 19:34 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Yes please? 😬

11.03.2026 19:30 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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a video game is being played with the number 200 on the bottom left Alt: a video game is being played with the number 200 on the bottom left

OH GOD! #HorrorWritersChat! I forgot the ultimate in gaming action horror…

DOOM!

11.03.2026 19:29 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I do find some aggressive nu metal helps with action scenes…

11.03.2026 19:27 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

The pointing animation as well…

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11.03.2026 19:23 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

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Gotta love the character trope of the Everyman who’s just sick of all this shit. Mostly says β€œoh come ON!” as another wave ensues. Prob closest I’ve written in that vein is Ronald Pile, the lowly council worker fighting bureaucracy and fleshy monsters in Wrath of the Land.

11.03.2026 19:22 πŸ‘ 16 πŸ” 6 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Of course Predator (and Predator 2)! That King Willie cut is legendary…

11.03.2026 19:19 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Nom nom nom…

11.03.2026 19:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Deathwatch! Underrated horror for me. The barbed wire…

11.03.2026 19:16 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

β€œWhat is this?”
β€œA dining room.”

β€œBlood! I hope it’s not… Chris’s blood.”

Far too many iconic lines…

11.03.2026 19:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Sausages!

11.03.2026 19:10 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

I will admit it’s more about mood and atmosphere, but by the end there’s a fair few explosions!

Have to admit some other films/games mentioned by others have me reevaluating my choice πŸ˜†

11.03.2026 19:09 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Absolutely! The whole soundtrack is just very well placed…

11.03.2026 19:08 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

β€œWhere’s Spoon?”
β€œThere is no Spoon…”

11.03.2026 19:07 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Opening to the Dawn of the Dead remake is glorious, as are the opening/closing credits.

11.03.2026 19:07 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

LOVE Dog Soldiers. Has one of the best Matrix references of all time.

11.03.2026 19:06 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

It’s my choice so yes! Besides, when things kick off, they really kick off. Plus: explosions.

11.03.2026 19:05 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Hi #HorrorWritersChat! Oli Jacobs here, cosmic horror survivor who shares his nightmares with you…

The Thing is the first action horror that comes to mind. Not full on Arnie action, but when it does occur… Dawn of the Dead remake is also a shout.

11.03.2026 19:04 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0

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