Headlines from Dean Koontz
FRANKENSTEIN: PRODIGAL SON Comic Series Begins!
Dean Koontz’s FRANKENSTEIN: PRODIGAL SON is the first in the exciting series of bestselling novels about the horrifying next step in mankind’s quest for perfection. The Dabel Brothers are thrilled to retell this chilling tale in comic book form with the artwork of Brett Booth and an adaptation by Chuck Dixon. The first comic arrived in stores in May and will be followed by five additional issues which will be released each month through October.
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ODD HOURS debuts at #1 on the New York Times Bestseller List!
In the fourth Odd Thomas novel, Oddie has made his way to a picturesque but peculiar beach town on California's central coast. There he will have his most breathless and hair-raising adventure yet, in a story that promises to have the hard emotional punch of the first novel in the series. Look for ODD HOURS in stores now!
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IN ODD WE TRUST Manga On Sale Now!
From the infinite imagination of the #1 New York Times bestselling author Dean Koontz and the breathtaking artistry of illustrator Queenie Chan, you won't want to miss the suspenseful manga graphic novel debut of Odd Thomas, a regular 19-year-old with an unusual gift: the ability to see the lingering spirits of the dead. This is the first Odd Thomas manga and the story is a prequel to ODD THOMAS.
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SHOP! SHOP! SHOP! At the DK Web Store
See the new Frankenstein t-shirt, exclusive BOOK OF COUNTED SORROWS, and Odd Thomas Merchandise. You'll also find signed (by Dean) special limited edition books and more. Check it out!
THE DARKEST EVENING OF THE YEAR Is Here!
“This topnotch thriller depicts with unabashed emotion and wit the magical powers of golden retrievers. This is the perfect book for thriller addicts who know the darkest hour is just before dawn, and for canine lovers. ” —Publishers Weekly
THE DARKEST EVENING OF THE YEAR is a book Dean Koontz waited ten years to write. And the wait has been worth it. Critics are applauding its suspense, humor and heart. Along with Dean's new book, there is plenty of news and excitement at DeanKoontz.com. If you missed the new trailer for DARKEST EVENING, go the Home Page. Check out Dean's essay – "Why I Wrote THE DARKEST EVENING OF THE YEAR". In the Write Stuff section, Dean tells the tale of shooting the commercials for DARKEST EVENING, and shows you the video outtakes, too. And if you'd like to see Trixie's message and an additional trailer for the new book, go to Trixie's page.
BLACK RIVER Is Now Out on Audio
Master of suspense Dean Koontz creates an undercurrent of terror in this story set deep in the dark and troubled town of BLACK RIVER.
Burned-out Hollywood screenwriter Bo Aikens is fed up with life in Los Angeles. He heads out of the hustle and bustle of the big city and arrives in picturesque Black River in Northern California, seeking relaxation and artistic inspiration. In small, idyllic Black River, nearly everyone is happy, contented, and welcoming of strangers. But despite the beautiful setting, Bo begins to feel unsettled after several disturbing incidents. He discovers that all of his money has been transferred to a bank account in Black River, and a house has been purchased for him by someone on "his" instructions.
Troubled by various, peculiar twists of fate, Bo decides to leave Black River. As he becomes entangled in a nightmarish plot, preventing his return home, it suddenly seems clear to Bo that his perfect little hideaway captures more than just the imagination of its visitors.
BLACK RIVER appeared in print in Mystery Scene Magazine #63 in 2000.
Click here to get BLACK RIVER (available for the first time in audio) only from Audible.com available to Dean Koontz fans at a special price. Upon clicking on the link fans will be directed to create an account before purchase.
October Is the ODDEST Month of the Year!
October is a completely ODD month! It's only fitting because BROTHER ODD will be out in paperbackand FOREVER ODD has been released in trade paperback. If that's not enough, check out Odd Thomas' new MySpace page and join his list of friends, catch up on his life, his friends and some of his favorite music, books, TV shows and films.
Also, check out Odd Thomas' exciting new Web Site
"Shoot THE GOOD GUY" Contest Winners Announced!
Thank you to all who worked so hard to create entries of the "Shoot THE GOOD GUY" Book Trailer Contest. Dean Koontz, along with a team from Bantam Dell Publishing, reviewed all the entries. A few of the submissions did not meet the requirements of the posted rules and therefore could not be considered, but the wealth of options made our job a difficult one. Now, we are delighted to congratulate Grand Prize Winner Jack Paccione, Jr. (YouTube handle: jackpaccionejr), who wins $5,000 and a selection of limited, signed, numbered collector's edition of Koontz titles. His book trailer will be broadcast for two weeks on www.msn.com and www.shockwave.com as part of the promotion for THE GOOD GUY. Congratulations also go to the first place honorees, Pamela Lewis (YouTube handle: pjmusicinc), and Sean Malone (YouTube handle: seanmalone2), click to watch his trailer. To view the winning entries, click here.
From the electrifying openings of his novels to their unforgettable conclusions, Dean Koontz draws readers into complex and fascinating worlds of suspense and wonder. His latest novel, THE GOOD GUY, available now in stores, weaves the timeless themes for which he is acclaimed into a breathtaking tale of an ordinary man pushed to the limit, in the ultimate battle against an adversary whose malice knows no bounds...
Odd Thomas Will Star in New Graphic Novel
Del Rey Manga, an imprint of Ballantine Books at the Random House Publishing Group, announced that it has acquired the an original graphic novel starring Odd Thomas, one of Dean Koontz’s most memorable and beloved characters. The charismatic young fry cook from Pico Mundo, CA, has appeared in three New York Times bestselling novels: ODD THOMAS, FOREVER ODD, and BROTHER ODD. Click here to read more.
The #1 Bestseller, THE HUSBAND, Is Here in Paperback!
What would you do for love?
Would you die?
Would you kill?
We have your wife. You can get her back for two million cash. Landscaper Mitchell Rafferty thinks it must be some kind of joke. He was in the middle of planting impatiens in the yard of one of his clients when his cell phone rang. Now he's standing in a normal suburban neighborhood on a bright summer day, having a phone conversation out of his darkest nightmare... Read more!
Join Dean for a Reprise of SECOND LIFE Event!
Not only has Dean Koontz completed THE GOOD GUY (now in stores) but he’s also ready to read some of it to you. Recently Dean appeared -- rather, his avatar appeared—in SECOND LIFE for the first-ever “Bantam Dell Authors-in-Second-Life” event. If you missed it, you can still enjoy Dean’s appearance hear his entertaining answers to fan question, too. Click here for details.
It's Terrifying! DARKFALL IS BACK
Dean Koontz's thrilling novel, DARKFALL, has been re-released in paperback and is now available in stores.
Winter gripped the city. Terror gripped it, too. They found four corpses in four days, each more hideous than the last. At first the cops thought they were dealing with a psychopath. But soon they heard eerie sounds in the ventilation system - and saw unearthly silver eyes in the snow-slashed night. In a city paralyzed by a blizzard, something watches, something stalks. . .
THE TAKING Slated for TV Miniseries
Daily Variety announced recently that producer Sam Raimi has launched Ghost House Television, a sister company to Ghost House Pictures. The new company, which will be dedicated to producing scary television, marks Raimi's return to the small screen. The first scripted project for the company is a miniseries adaptation of Dean Koontz' bestseller, THE TAKING. Larry Block, who brought the idea to Ghost House, will serve as co-executive producer. To read more, go to: www.variety.com
Newest 'Odd' Is Bestseller!
Dean Koontz's third novel featuring one of the most beloved and unique fictional heroes of our time – Odd Thomas – arrived in book stores November 28, 2006. Sales of the new book, BROTHER ODD, have been so successful that it is already in its second printing and has been on the New York Times Bestseller List for weeks. The novel, which finds our hero in a haunted monastery, comes on the heels of the first two New York Times bestselling novels, ODD THOMAS and FOREVER ODD. The master of suspense also sits down for an entertaining and irreverent one-on-one interview with Odd Thomas.
Mr. Koontz Takes a Vacation!
Don't miss Dean's latest podcast on the suspenseful and hilarious tale of a vacation from hell. Great news! Gerda and Dean don't get seasick!
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