Here’s a little comic I’ve been working on. It’s an Irish ghost story called Of Hearts and Harps. Art and story by me with apologies to Mike Mignola and Duncan Fegredo for the shameless cribbing! It’s based on a story in Morven Eldritch’s Ghosts.
(CW: nudity, illness, death)
It’s new release day! CURSE OF THE STAG’S EYE is out now in eBook and print.
There was a technical glitch (that’s the polite term) which meant Amazon cancelled all my pre-orders and I had to list the book again. This caused me no ends of stress this week and means that for now the eBook and Print editions are listed separately. They will be joined very soon but in the meantime, you can order one right now!
eBook: https://mybook.to/curseofthestagseye
Print: https://mybook.to/curseofthestagseyepb
It’s also free to read on Kindle Unlimited.
If you did pre-order the book, thank you so much, and I’m so sorry for this hassle!
I’m selling a limited edition pack of a signed copy of the book with a lino print by the brilliant artist Ian J. Brown. These packs are limited to just 25 and some have already sold, so if you’re interested, get in touch! You can find me on Instagram, Facebook, or at my email which is my full name at gmail dot com.
The reviews are coming in! Here what’s some early readers had to say:
“…there was so much to love here, from the story to the characters to the sheer mass of potential for more.” – Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“What an amazing book! … The characters were lovely and storytelling was so fun.” – Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“Damn, this was an amazing read” – Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
“The spooky ghost story here was well thought out, not only was it the right level of spooky for a book of this length, but it wasn’t convoluted and didn’t drag out to the final chapter.” – Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐
High on a wave-dashed cliff, the ancient standing stone known as the Stag’s Eye jealously watches over a cursed lighthouse with a grisly past.
Paranormal investigator Rhys has chosen this place to hold his first-ever ghost tour. Ghost-hunting veteran Dawn and her boyfriend Nikesh are eager to go exploring, while first-timer Gaz is hoping to learn more about the spirit world. He also intends to learn more about Rhys for various reasons, not all of which are entirely innocent.
The ghost of a murdered lighthouse keeper is said to climb the stairs every night, tending to the light, but other, far more sinister phantoms may lurk in the shadows. As the night wears on and the haunting becomes more and more hazardous, Rhys and Gaz grow closer. However, it soon becomes clear that not everyone on the tour is being honest about their reasons for being there. Can the supernatural activity be blamed on the curse of the Stag’s Eye or does someone know more than they’re letting on?
Haunted Hearts – Everyone deserves a happy ever afterlife! Haunted Hearts is an Own-Voices Paranormal Romance Series about love and the things that go boo in the night. Join us on our romantic journeys over 10 books from some of your favourite authors! Be sure to read the entire series so you don’t miss a moment of falling in love or sometimes falling into a happily ever afterlife! Each book is a standalone but why not read them all? Everyone deserves their HEA!
Authors include: Christian Baines , Sebastian Carter, Glenn Quigley, Ryan Lawrence, Finn Dixon, Tal Frost, Shane K Morton, J.P. Jackson, Adam J. Ridley, and Colin Dereham
My new book, CURSE OF THE STAG’S EYE comes out on 4th October 2024. It’s a gay paranormal romance story set in a haunted lighthouse. I based the setting on South Stack Lighthouse in Wales and I thought I’d do a little blog post about my inspiration.
CURSE OF THE STAG’S EYE sees gay bear and paranormal enthusiast Rhys conducting his first-ever ghost tour. On the tour are ghost-hunting veteran Dawn, her boyfriend Nikesh, and first-timer Gaz, who intends to learn more about the paranormal, and about Rhys, for various reasons, not all of which are entirely innocent.
I am, as you can probably guess, a big fan of lighthouses and they crop up occasionally in my work (most notably in The Moth and Moon). When I was asked to be a part of the Haunted Hearts series, my mind naturally turned to a lighthouse as the perfect setting for a spooky romance.
South Stack Lighthouse was built in 1809 on a small island off the northwest coast of Holy Island, Wales.
In my story, Stag’s Head Lighthouse was also built on a small island in Wales, although one shaped roughly like, wait for it, a stag’s head. Though one of the antlers has long since fallen into the sea.
In my story, in order to build the lighthouse the engineers wanted to move an ancient standing stone, one with a hole running through it. Locals referred to the stone as the Stag’s Eye and warned of terrible consequences should it ever be moved. But moved it was, to he carpark overlooking the island and the new lighthouse. And eve since then, the lighthouse and its keepers have had more than their fair share of bad luck and tragedy.
There are 400 steps down to the island. One of my characters, Gaz, loudly complains about the amount of steps, having counted them all on the way down.
A bridge connects to the island, just as in my story. This is the only lifeline, the only connection back to the mainland. Sure would be a shame if it were to suddenly disappear…
Once on the island, visitors can view the engine room and exhibition.
In my story, the keepers’ cottages have been converted into a museum. It’s here that the characters first encounter some spooky events, such as disembodied voices, and mysterious footsteps on the gravel paths outside.
Stag’s Head Lighthouse is larger than South Stack, but both have a shaft running through the tower. This once held the weights and chains needed to turn the light.
South Stack Lighthouse is said to have its own ghost. During a storm Keeper John “Jack” Jones was killed when a was rock knocked loose from the cliff face and struck him on the head. His ghost is said to haunt the lighthouse to this day. A similar fate befell a keeper in my story, as the ghost tour will uncover.
You can read more about South Stack’s ghost over at Mysterious Britain.
It’s hard to find a good image of the lamp room due to it being quite cramped. This is where a bit of creative licence comes into play, as in my story the lamp room has plenty of space and can easily accommodate the four adults on the ghost tour. And maybe even some unexpected visitors…
Over the course of a single night secrets are revealed, lies are uncovered, and bonds are forged as Rhys, Gaz, Dawn, and Nikesh race to discover the truth behind the CURSE OF THE STAG’S EYE.
CURSE OF THE STAG’S EYE is part of the Haunted Hearts MM paranormal romance series. All ten books are written by own voice authors and are stand-alone stories, but why not read them all?
Here is the teaser cover to my next novel, CURSE OF THE STAG’S EYE
The book will be available in eBook and paperback and is available to pre-order now!
High on a wave-dashed cliff, the ancient standing stone known as the Stag’s Eye jealously watches over a cursed lighthouse with a grisly past. Paranormal investigator Rhys has chosen this place to hold his first-ever ghost tour. Ghost-hunting veteran Dawn and her boyfriend Nikesh are eager to go exploring, while first-timer Gaz is hoping to learn more about the spirit world. He also intends to learn more about Rhys for various reasons, not all of which are entirely innocent.
The ghost of a murdered lighthouse keeper is said to climb the stairs every night, tending to the light, but other, far more sinister phantoms may lurk in the shadows. As the night wears on and the haunting becomes more and more hazardous, Rhys and Gaz grow closer. However, it soon becomes clear that not everyone on the tour is being honest about their reasons for being there. Can the supernatural activity be blamed on the curse of the Stag’s Eye or does someone know more than they’re letting on?
Curse of the Stag’s Eye is a part of the Haunted Hearts Series.
Haunted Hearts is an Own-Voices Paranormal Romance Series about love and the things go boo in the night. Join us on our romantic journeys over 10 books from some of your favorite authors! Be sure to read the entire series so you don’t miss a moment of falling in love, or sometimes falling into a happily ever after-life! Each book is a standalone but why not read them all? Everyone deserves the HEA!
You can pre-order CURSE OF THE STAG’S EYE and the entire HAUNTED HEARTS series right now.
Many years ago, I designed this Celtic Bear Paw logo for Dublin Bears and it’s just been added to the collection of the brilliant Baloo Bar Lounge in Torremlinos, Spain! If you’re there, why not stop in and see it?
I’ve added some new artwork to my DRAWINGS (NSFW), PAINTINGS (NSFW) and PASTELS (NSFW) galleries.
Remember that you can keep up-to-date with my latest artwork by following my Instagram page.
Teacup Promises
ISBN: 978-1-915905-35-2
Published 16th March 2024
Andrew Peacock is turning forty, sleeping with an older, straight, married man, and tired of the lies. So what better time to drag everything into the open than at a party for his lover’s wedding anniversary?
Told across six instalments, three decades, and one pandemic Teacup Promises charts the key moments in the relationships of Andrew, his boyfriend Jack, Jack’s wife Harriet, and Harriet’s lover, Stephen.
It’s time to spill the tea.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Clever, unique, and emotionally compelling with rich character development” — BJ Toth, editor
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “the writing is stunningly clever, will leave you more than satisfied.” – J. P. Jackson, author
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Sends you on a delightful journey – a delight to read.” – Blake Allwood, author
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “What a story! … I was gobsmacked how well Glenn Quigley brought the whole story together.” — Goodreads review
⭐⭐⭐⭐ “…a shock I never saw coming!” – Goodreads review
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Quigley proves proficient at spinning a networks worth of narrative into an enjoyable story.” – Goodreads review
The Star We Sail By – The Knights of Blackrabbit book two is available now!
Print ISBN: 978-1-64890-742-5
Ebook ISBN: 978-1-64890-741-8
When young sailor Felix Diamond receives a letter from his estranged uncle begging for help, he returns home to Blackrabbit Island for the first time in ten years. There he discovers his uncle missing and his aunt positioning herself as the new head of the notorious Diamond family. With nowhere else to turn, Felix must enlist the help of former crime lord and current Watch Commander Vince Knight — a man he trusts less than anyone alive. He’ll also have to contend with his opium-addicted cousin and a handsome apprentice horologist with secrets of his own.
With time running out, Felix must race to uncover the truth behind his uncle’s disappearance while keeping his delinquent family’s claws off his childhood home — the rundown playhouse named The Star We Sail By.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “I really loved this book. I thought the setting felt really atmospheric and lived in.” – Queer and Fantasy Book Reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “The world Quigley has built for…The Knights of Blackrabbit is clever, whimsical, and romantic (and a little tawdry too).” – J.P. Jackson
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “…full of so many twists and turns. The author writes in a way that makes every character come to life in the pages.”- Goodreads review
Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/1648907423
Waterstones: https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-star-we-sail-by/glenn-quigley/9781648907425
Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-star-we-sail-by-glenn-quigley/1144762503
Apple Books: https://books.apple.com/gb/book/the-star-we-sail-by/id6477065582
Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/1515859
Kobo: https://www.kobo.com/gb/en/ebook/the-star-we-sail-by
Foyles: https://www.foyles.co.uk/book/the-star-we-sail-by/glenn-quigley/9781648907425
Walmart: https://www.walmart.com/ip/The-Star-We-Sail-By-Paperback-9781648907425/5410305168
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “…clever, whimsical, and romantic (and a little tawdry too).” – J.P. Jackson
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “…full of so many twists and turns. The author writes in a way that makes every character come to life in the pages.” – Goodreads review
You can now pre-order the eBook edition of THE STAR WE SAIL BY on Amazon:
Or if you pre-order from the publisher, you’ll get it four days before it’s official release date of 20th February 2024!
The paperback edition will be listed soon (it takes a while to make it through the…systems? I guess? I don’t know the technical aspects of it all) and I’ll let you know when it’s available. I’ll also be selling signed copies, along with limited edition art prints of characters from the book. Follow me on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky for the latest info, and remember to sign up for my newsletter, too!
I’m thrilled to reveal the cover to THE STAR WE SAIL BY – THE KNIGHTS OF BLACKRABBIT #2!
It will be released on 20th February 2024 from NineStar Press. Pre-order link coming soon!
When young sailor Felix Diamond receives a letter from his estranged uncle begging for help, he returns home to Blackrabbit Island for the first time in ten years. There he discovers his uncle missing and his aunt positioning herself as the new head of the notorious Diamond family. With nowhere else to turn, Felix must enlist the help of former crime lord and current Watch Commander Vince Knight — a man he trusts less than anyone alive. He’ll also have to contend with his opium-addicted cousin and a handsome apprentice horologist with secrets of his own.
With time running out, Felix must race to uncover the truth behind his uncle’s disappearance while keeping his delinquent family’s claws off his childhood home — the rundown playhouse named The Star We Sail By.
ISBN: 978-1-64890-741-8
eBook ISBN: 978-1-64890-742-5
