Jim Doran (Author)
@jimdoranauthor.bsky.social
Author. Forlorn Harbor to be published by Rowan Prose in 2026. Husband, father, cat-herder. Catholic. Love to read & write and inspire others.
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I'm Jim Doran. I'm an author of fantasy, horror, & action novels. I have self-published 5 novels and over 15 traditionally published short stories. I want to read posts about about fiction & creativity. I don't want to read about politics or people shaming. My links are in my response.
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Looking for your next Halloween read? Do you like creepy narrators (Tales from the Crypt) and shocking endings (Twilight Zone)? How about monsters of all types? Then, treat yourself to Forlorn Harbor this Halloween.
Link to purchase is in my reply.
Link to purchase is in my reply.
October 8, 2026 at 10:32 AM
Looking for your next Halloween read? Do you like creepy narrators (Tales from the Crypt) and shocking endings (Twilight Zone)? How about monsters of all types? Then, treat yourself to Forlorn Harbor this Halloween.
Link to purchase is in my reply.
Link to purchase is in my reply.
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John Evans's snarky action-packed urban fantasy, WEREWOLF HUNTER, is now available in audiobook. Go get it!
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“A significant new voice in the genre.” -Entertainment Monthly
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“A significant new voice in the genre.” -Entertainment Monthly
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September 17, 2026 at 3:48 PM
John Evans's snarky action-packed urban fantasy, WEREWOLF HUNTER, is now available in audiobook. Go get it!
books2read.com/u/booOJZ
“A significant new voice in the genre.” -Entertainment Monthly
@roninmercllc.bsky.social #newrelease #audiobook #urbanfantasy #audiobooksky #booksky #readersky
books2read.com/u/booOJZ
“A significant new voice in the genre.” -Entertainment Monthly
@roninmercllc.bsky.social #newrelease #audiobook #urbanfantasy #audiobooksky #booksky #readersky
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Marilyn Levinson's cozy mystery with a spooky twist, GIVING UP THE GHOST, is now available in audiobook. Go get it!
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“A master of the mystery genre.” -Midwest Book Review
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“A master of the mystery genre.” -Midwest Book Review
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September 17, 2026 at 2:46 PM
Marilyn Levinson's cozy mystery with a spooky twist, GIVING UP THE GHOST, is now available in audiobook. Go get it!
books2read.com/u/mdAGY5
“A master of the mystery genre.” -Midwest Book Review
@marilynlevinson.bsky.social #newrelease #audiobook #cozymystery #audiobooksky #booksky #readersky
books2read.com/u/mdAGY5
“A master of the mystery genre.” -Midwest Book Review
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Are you ready?
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September 1, 2026 at 3:56 PM
My story, Alluring Creatures, is available for you to read today (Sept. 17) only. Enjoy a tale of intrigue, action, and espionage fantasy.
Read it at gohavok.com
A dead boss. A missing employee. A helpful friend. But no one is who they say they are.
Read it at gohavok.com
A dead boss. A missing employee. A helpful friend. But no one is who they say they are.
September 17, 2026 at 10:55 AM
My story, Alluring Creatures, is available for you to read today (Sept. 17) only. Enjoy a tale of intrigue, action, and espionage fantasy.
Read it at gohavok.com
A dead boss. A missing employee. A helpful friend. But no one is who they say they are.
Read it at gohavok.com
A dead boss. A missing employee. A helpful friend. But no one is who they say they are.
If Writing is like a Romance, is Publishing like a Marriage?
I am an author of five independently published novels and one traditionally published novel with a second on the way. I learn lessons the hard way but the best way—through experience. One unexpecte…
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September 13, 2026 at 10:02 AM
Ye Olde Dragon’s Classic Monster Series continues—this time with the Mummy. The anthology’s title is Tales from the Tomb.
My short story, The Fire Within, will be published on Oct. 15. The paranormal horror will feature a different sort of mummy, one for the modern age. Here is the cover reveal.
My short story, The Fire Within, will be published on Oct. 15. The paranormal horror will feature a different sort of mummy, one for the modern age. Here is the cover reveal.
September 7, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Ye Olde Dragon’s Classic Monster Series continues—this time with the Mummy. The anthology’s title is Tales from the Tomb.
My short story, The Fire Within, will be published on Oct. 15. The paranormal horror will feature a different sort of mummy, one for the modern age. Here is the cover reveal.
My short story, The Fire Within, will be published on Oct. 15. The paranormal horror will feature a different sort of mummy, one for the modern age. Here is the cover reveal.
50 recommendations on Bookbub
55 reviews on Goodreads
4+ average rating
Add Forlorn Harbor to your TBR
To order: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
Happy reading
55 reviews on Goodreads
4+ average rating
Add Forlorn Harbor to your TBR
To order: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
Happy reading
August 9, 2026 at 12:33 PM
50 recommendations on Bookbub
55 reviews on Goodreads
4+ average rating
Add Forlorn Harbor to your TBR
To order: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
Happy reading
55 reviews on Goodreads
4+ average rating
Add Forlorn Harbor to your TBR
To order: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
Happy reading
It may be July, but readers are building their TBR lists for winter. Games People Play is an adult thriller with atmosphere and twists. It publishes in March.
Games People Play is for mature audiences with vibes of One by One (Ruth Ware).
Goodreads list: www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...
Games People Play is for mature audiences with vibes of One by One (Ruth Ware).
Goodreads list: www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...
Games People Play
Six people are invited to a private island in the middl…
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July 4, 2026 at 10:24 AM
It may be July, but readers are building their TBR lists for winter. Games People Play is an adult thriller with atmosphere and twists. It publishes in March.
Games People Play is for mature audiences with vibes of One by One (Ruth Ware).
Goodreads list: www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...
Games People Play is for mature audiences with vibes of One by One (Ruth Ware).
Goodreads list: www.goodreads.com/book/show/24...
The reviews for Forlorn Harbor are coming in.
I'm very grateful for anyone who read my novel, and super thankful for anyone who left a review.
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#ForlornHarborBook
I'm very grateful for anyone who read my novel, and super thankful for anyone who left a review.
books2read.com/u/bokJk1
#ForlornHarborBook
June 19, 2026 at 9:24 PM
The reviews for Forlorn Harbor are coming in.
I'm very grateful for anyone who read my novel, and super thankful for anyone who left a review.
books2read.com/u/bokJk1
#ForlornHarborBook
I'm very grateful for anyone who read my novel, and super thankful for anyone who left a review.
books2read.com/u/bokJk1
#ForlornHarborBook
Thank you for supporting the launch of Forlorn Harbor this week.
From Fresh Fiction: Forlorn Harbor is a wild, dark, and thought-provoking horror story. The plot is creative and terrifying, with various creatures that populate the chapters.
Fresh Fiction - FreshFiction.com
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From Fresh Fiction: Forlorn Harbor is a wild, dark, and thought-provoking horror story. The plot is creative and terrifying, with various creatures that populate the chapters.
Fresh Fiction - FreshFiction.com
books2read.com/u/bokJk1
May 30, 2026 at 9:55 AM
Thank you for supporting the launch of Forlorn Harbor this week.
From Fresh Fiction: Forlorn Harbor is a wild, dark, and thought-provoking horror story. The plot is creative and terrifying, with various creatures that populate the chapters.
Fresh Fiction - FreshFiction.com
books2read.com/u/bokJk1
From Fresh Fiction: Forlorn Harbor is a wild, dark, and thought-provoking horror story. The plot is creative and terrifying, with various creatures that populate the chapters.
Fresh Fiction - FreshFiction.com
books2read.com/u/bokJk1
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FORLORN HARBOR
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May 26, 2026 at 3:59 PM
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Happy Release Day to Jim Doran for his chilling YA thriller/horror, FORLORN HARBOR. Get your popcorn ready and secure your copy today!
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May 26, 2026 at 1:58 PM
Happy Release Day to Jim Doran for his chilling YA thriller/horror, FORLORN HARBOR. Get your popcorn ready and secure your copy today!
books2read.com/u/bokJk1
@jimdoranauthor.bsky.social #newreleasebooks #YAbooksky #horrorbooksky #youngadultreads #booksky #readersky #horrorthriller #rowanprosepub
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Forlorn Harbor releases today!
Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Many thanks to my wonderful publisher @rowanprosepub.bsky.social
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
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Many thanks to my wonderful publisher @rowanprosepub.bsky.social
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
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Available now at your favorite digital store!
Forlorn Harbor by Jim Doran
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May 26, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Forlorn Harbor releases today!
Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Many thanks to my wonderful publisher @rowanprosepub.bsky.social
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
#ReaderCommunity
Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Many thanks to my wonderful publisher @rowanprosepub.bsky.social
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
#ReaderCommunity
Tomorrow Forlorn Harbor publishes!
Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
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Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
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Available now at your favorite digital store!
Forlorn Harbor by Jim Doran
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May 25, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Tomorrow Forlorn Harbor publishes!
Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
#ForlornHarborBook
#ForlornHarbor
#YAHorrorBooks
Link: books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Seven teenagers are trapped within a movie theater showing old episodes of a horror anthology as, one by one, they are ensnared into each segment.
#ForlornHarborBook
#ForlornHarbor
#YAHorrorBooks
My novel, Forlorn Harbor, is coming in 2 days, and I’m recreating my main character, Martina, using different tools. Today, I’ve made her a card for the board game Final Girl.
Final Girl is a solo board game by Van Ryder Games where you play as a FG.
#ForlornHarborNovel
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Final Girl is a solo board game by Van Ryder Games where you play as a FG.
#ForlornHarborNovel
Book books2read.com/u/bokJk1
May 24, 2026 at 3:09 PM
My novel, Forlorn Harbor, is coming in 2 days, and I’m recreating my main character, Martina, using different tools. Today, I’ve made her a card for the board game Final Girl.
Final Girl is a solo board game by Van Ryder Games where you play as a FG.
#ForlornHarborNovel
Book books2read.com/u/bokJk1
Final Girl is a solo board game by Van Ryder Games where you play as a FG.
#ForlornHarborNovel
Book books2read.com/u/bokJk1
The early reviews for Forlorn Harbor are coming in! There are more to come in future posts.
The atmosphere absolutely lands.
The episodic structure works surprisingly well.
The punishments are properly thought through.
Read and Reviewed - readandreviews.blogspot.com/2026/05/forl...
The atmosphere absolutely lands.
The episodic structure works surprisingly well.
The punishments are properly thought through.
Read and Reviewed - readandreviews.blogspot.com/2026/05/forl...
Forlorn Harbor by Jim Doran
Squeaky-clean Martina Ramirez is about to commit her first crime with a group of six schoolmates—breaking and entering into an abandoned mov...
readandreviews.blogspot.com
May 23, 2026 at 11:23 AM
The early reviews for Forlorn Harbor are coming in! There are more to come in future posts.
The atmosphere absolutely lands.
The episodic structure works surprisingly well.
The punishments are properly thought through.
Read and Reviewed - readandreviews.blogspot.com/2026/05/forl...
The atmosphere absolutely lands.
The episodic structure works surprisingly well.
The punishments are properly thought through.
Read and Reviewed - readandreviews.blogspot.com/2026/05/forl...
Forlorn Harbor art alert.
I've been posting Artisticknack's "horror posters" of the movie series that never was, Forlorn Harbor. FH is the movie that my book of the same name revolves around. For now, enjoy this collage (my ideas, his skill).
More info at: jimdorantales.com (Jim Doran Tales)
I've been posting Artisticknack's "horror posters" of the movie series that never was, Forlorn Harbor. FH is the movie that my book of the same name revolves around. For now, enjoy this collage (my ideas, his skill).
More info at: jimdorantales.com (Jim Doran Tales)
May 16, 2026 at 12:50 PM
Forlorn Harbor art alert.
I've been posting Artisticknack's "horror posters" of the movie series that never was, Forlorn Harbor. FH is the movie that my book of the same name revolves around. For now, enjoy this collage (my ideas, his skill).
More info at: jimdorantales.com (Jim Doran Tales)
I've been posting Artisticknack's "horror posters" of the movie series that never was, Forlorn Harbor. FH is the movie that my book of the same name revolves around. For now, enjoy this collage (my ideas, his skill).
More info at: jimdorantales.com (Jim Doran Tales)
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Check out this great review for Jim Doran's upcoming YA thriller/horror, FORLORN HARBOR. Get your pre-order in now!
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Forlorn Harbor by Jim Doran
Squeaky-clean Martina Ramirez is about to commit her first crime with a group of six schoolmates—breaking and entering into an abandoned mov...
readandreviews.blogspot.com
May 14, 2026 at 3:04 PM
Check out this great review for Jim Doran's upcoming YA thriller/horror, FORLORN HARBOR. Get your pre-order in now!
readandreviews.blogspot.com/2026/05/forl...
@jimdoranauthor.bsky.social #bookreview #bookblog #YAhorror #YAthriller #booksky #readersky #rowanprosepub
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The ship (or book) is pulling into the harbor. Publication date for Forlorn Harbor is May 26. Reserve your copy today.
May 10, 2026 at 4:31 PM
The ship (or book) is pulling into the harbor. Publication date for Forlorn Harbor is May 26. Reserve your copy today.
1 Month!
In 1 month, you’ll meet Martina. Shy but determined, will she survive the horrors awaiting her in Forlorn Harbor?
Meet Liam. He has knowledge the rest of them can’t live without.
Meet Mellini’s creations. Innocent toys or a demonic presence?
Forlorn Harbor will thrill you with delight.
In 1 month, you’ll meet Martina. Shy but determined, will she survive the horrors awaiting her in Forlorn Harbor?
Meet Liam. He has knowledge the rest of them can’t live without.
Meet Mellini’s creations. Innocent toys or a demonic presence?
Forlorn Harbor will thrill you with delight.
April 26, 2026 at 11:18 AM
1 Month!
In 1 month, you’ll meet Martina. Shy but determined, will she survive the horrors awaiting her in Forlorn Harbor?
Meet Liam. He has knowledge the rest of them can’t live without.
Meet Mellini’s creations. Innocent toys or a demonic presence?
Forlorn Harbor will thrill you with delight.
In 1 month, you’ll meet Martina. Shy but determined, will she survive the horrors awaiting her in Forlorn Harbor?
Meet Liam. He has knowledge the rest of them can’t live without.
Meet Mellini’s creations. Innocent toys or a demonic presence?
Forlorn Harbor will thrill you with delight.
Today is International Spy Day! Perhaps you like lighter espionage novels but you also like mythical tales. In that case, try my novel, The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery. A spy novel that combines the best of an adventure and a fantasy novel.
www.amazon.com/dp/0960101780
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The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery: DEED
The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery: DEED [Doran, Jim] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery: DEED
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April 10, 2026 at 10:24 AM
Today is International Spy Day! Perhaps you like lighter espionage novels but you also like mythical tales. In that case, try my novel, The Department of Extraordinary Emigration and Delivery. A spy novel that combines the best of an adventure and a fantasy novel.
www.amazon.com/dp/0960101780
www.amazon.com/dp/0960101780
Another poster from the Forlorn Harbor series illustrated by
@Artisticknack. In the episode, a couple decide to take a walk through the idyllic Main Street of Willowton, only find out the town isn’t what it appears to be.
My page:
jimdorantales.com/forlorn-harb...
Preorder
amazon.com/dp/1961967847
@Artisticknack. In the episode, a couple decide to take a walk through the idyllic Main Street of Willowton, only find out the town isn’t what it appears to be.
My page:
jimdorantales.com/forlorn-harb...
Preorder
amazon.com/dp/1961967847
April 5, 2026 at 11:27 AM
Another poster from the Forlorn Harbor series illustrated by
@Artisticknack. In the episode, a couple decide to take a walk through the idyllic Main Street of Willowton, only find out the town isn’t what it appears to be.
My page:
jimdorantales.com/forlorn-harb...
Preorder
amazon.com/dp/1961967847
@Artisticknack. In the episode, a couple decide to take a walk through the idyllic Main Street of Willowton, only find out the town isn’t what it appears to be.
My page:
jimdorantales.com/forlorn-harb...
Preorder
amazon.com/dp/1961967847
Up the Down Beanstalk is a Jack-and-the-Beanstalk anthology that will be released on May 1, 2026. All genres. Not just re-tellings, re-imaginations. As an included author, I've read it. You’re in for a treat.
Order from Amazon before May 1 & you’ll get a discount
www.amazon.com/dp/1969197145
Order from Amazon before May 1 & you’ll get a discount
www.amazon.com/dp/1969197145
Up the Down Beanstalk: Parodies based on the fairytale, Jack and the Beanstalk (Fairytale Anthology)
Up the Down Beanstalk: Parodies based on the fairytale, Jack and the Beanstalk (Fairytale Anthology) [Smith, Deborah, Halter, Pam, DiCristo, Rosemarie, Setzer, Stoney, Doran, Jim, Campbell, Jordan, Eha, Caitlin, Tanner, Jessica, Miller, Robert, McIntyre, Lindsi] on Amazon.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. Up the Down Beanstalk: Parodies based on the fairytale, Jack and the Beanstalk (Fairytale Anthology)
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April 4, 2026 at 1:17 PM
Up the Down Beanstalk is a Jack-and-the-Beanstalk anthology that will be released on May 1, 2026. All genres. Not just re-tellings, re-imaginations. As an included author, I've read it. You’re in for a treat.
Order from Amazon before May 1 & you’ll get a discount
www.amazon.com/dp/1969197145
Order from Amazon before May 1 & you’ll get a discount
www.amazon.com/dp/1969197145
I have a story in this anthology, coming out on May 1.
What happens when a down-on-his-luck software developer meets a robbed mechanical engineer? A retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, of course!
A loose retelling of J & B, that is. A contemporary story with all the feels of a fairy tale.
What happens when a down-on-his-luck software developer meets a robbed mechanical engineer? A retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, of course!
A loose retelling of J & B, that is. A contemporary story with all the feels of a fairy tale.
March 29, 2026 at 11:58 AM
I have a story in this anthology, coming out on May 1.
What happens when a down-on-his-luck software developer meets a robbed mechanical engineer? A retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, of course!
A loose retelling of J & B, that is. A contemporary story with all the feels of a fairy tale.
What happens when a down-on-his-luck software developer meets a robbed mechanical engineer? A retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk, of course!
A loose retelling of J & B, that is. A contemporary story with all the feels of a fairy tale.