News
Check here for news on what's happening in the world of Brains vs. Coffee.
Toronto Events for 2010
Ghoul Friday — June 10, 2010 - 11:05am
Scarefest - July 3, 2010
TIME: 1 pm - 7 pm
LOCATION: 115 Phillip Avenue, Scarborough Ontario
Boneyard Bargains hosts Scarefest, "a gathering of people who share an interest in all things related to Halloween. In attendance will be people that own and operate professional Haunted Attractions, Home Haunters as well as Halloween product vendors. The event is free and open to anyone 16 years of age or older. Bring along your photos and stories to share with those who have the same passion as you. Food and beverages will be provided as well as a prize giveaway."
FanExpo - August 27, 28, 29, 2010
LOCATION: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building. 255 Front Street West, Toronto Ontario
My Ghoul Friday will have a table at Rue Morgue's Festival of Fear, Canada's largest Horror event and part of Hobby Star's Fan Expo. Be sure to come to Artist Alley and say hello!
Dia de Los Muertos Festival of The Arts - Oct. 23, 2010
TIME: 2 pm - 7 pm, then 8 pm - 2 am
LOCATION: The El Mocambo 464 Spadina Avenue, Toronto Ontario
A celebration of Craft, Dance, and the art of Performance...not your average Craft Fair. A 2 part celebration of all things Indie/Rock/Rockabilly/Goth and Industrial.
The first half of the day (2pm-7pm) will host a Craft Fair with some of Toronto's best artist's, performances & DJ's by Misty Rock 'N Roll.
The evening (8pm-2am) will host a line up of great local bands & performers, not to mention a wicked raffle of some amazing stuff.
With this event we hope to gain exposure for local Toronto artist of all kind, not to mention have a wicked time. Proceeds will go to benefit 'A Child's Voice Foundation'.
For more info, please see the Facebook group.
Show Season is About to Start
Ghoul Friday — June 10, 2010 - 10:48am
Summer is here, which means I'm busy getting ready for appearances at local events. Me and my mini-monstrosities have 3 confirmed shows so far this season. If you live in or around Toronto, be sure to come by (and support local artists, authors and macabre enthusiasts). The rest of you can still order a book online for a mere $10 per copy (and thank you to all of those who have; especially those who have made multiple orders!).
Toronto Shows in November & December 2009
Ghoul Friday — December 10, 2009 - 12:57pm
Looking for a stocking stuffer or unique gift this Christmas? Order now! Bring some ghoulish cheer to someone this holiday season for only $10 (plus shipping and handling).
OR if you're in Toronto and want to pick up a copy in person before Christmas, come to the Toronto Small Press Book Fair on Saturday December 12th. Check out all the details...
Just in Time for Halloween
Ghoul Friday — November 3, 2009 - 10:40am
Looking for a stocking stuffer or unique gift this Christmas? Order now! Bring some ghoulish cheer to someone this holiday season for only $10 (plus shipping and handling).
And congrats to the winner of the Ghoul Friday October Giveaway! Check it out...
Ghoul Friday's October Giveaway!
Ghoul Friday — October 1, 2009 - 10:00am
The second batch of books are here. And to celebrate, I want to give some lucky person a collection of creepy coolness in exchange for a little promotion.
From October 1st to October 30th, you have a chance to win a prize pack of ghoulish goodies. I'll be adding little items here and there throughout the month. So far, here's what is in the package:
- For those who didn't get to attend, free schwag from Rue Morgue's Festival of Fear 2009 (including a "Personal Demons: The Jake Helman Files" t-shirt for the book by Gregory Lamberson)
- A promotional preview print (sample chapter, not the full book) of The Zombie Survival Guide: Recorded Attacks I had signed by the author, Max Brooks
- A copy of Zombies for Zombies: Advice and Etiquette for the Living Dead by David P. Murphy
- Several petrified pins, including some made by yours truly
- And a few more tiny treasures to feed your Halloween needs
What else will be added to the prize? Who knows. One of my little creepy figures may sneak into the package before I get it to the post office.
Ways to Gain Up to 4 Entries
It's all about spreading the word that books are now available.
- Blog about/ promote the book online and link to this website
- Tweet about this contest on Twitter
- Mention the contest on Facebook
- For those of you who have already purchased the book online (I still have all your names), write a review on your blog (or send me a testimonial) that I can use on this website. Short and sweet is fine with me!
Be sure to post links to all valid entries in a comment on this page to make sure I know about them! No link? No proof? No entry.
Feel free to use this badge (left) or information from the website.
A winner will be chosen at random and announced the morning of Halloween!
Good luck, and be sure to check back for updates on the prize pack.
Oct 5 Update: I think as an added bonus I will throw in one of my little pumpkins. Not sure if it will be from this batch (seen in the picture) or the next one, but I promise he'll be just as creepy cute.
PLUS follow Brains Vs Coffee on Twitter for a bonus entry!
New Batch Available Soon! Get on the Mailing List!
Ghoul Friday — September 14, 2009 - 10:17am
The first printing of Brains Vs. Coffee is completely sold out! Thank you to everyone who has purchased a book. The second run of 200 books is being ordered. Send an email to be notified when they arrive and to guarantee a copy in time for Halloween (or as an early Christmas gift!) for only $10 each (plus shipping).
Big Success at FanExpo Canada
Ghoul Friday — September 2, 2009 - 10:15am
Had a wonderful time at the FanExpo this past weekend. It was the first chance I've had to show the public my book.
September Pre-ordering For October 2009 Shipment
Ghoul Friday — August 25, 2009 - 4:12pm
It's time to get on the list before September 3 to guarantee you get a copy this October! It's simple. Read more to learn how...
It's Official: I Have Published a Book
Ghoul Friday — August 18, 2009 - 12:45pm
The first batch of books have arrived! Celebrations, epiphanies, and a lesson for new self-publishers.
Getting Ready for the Fesitval of Fear in Toronto
Ghoul Friday — July 13, 2009 - 8:01pm
Ghoul Friday will have a table at Rue Morgue's Festival of Fear, Canada's largest Horror event and part of Hobby Star's Fan Expo. Now all she needs is the book!
