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)
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?
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
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You can now pre-order my new novel, TEACUP PROMISES. It will be published in paperback and eBook though only the eBook edition is currently listed. I will be selling signed copies so if you’re interested in that, keep an eye out on my Instagram, Facebook, or sign up for my newsletter.
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.
TEACUP PROMISES will be published on 16th March 2024 by Spectrum Books.
I’ve signed with Spectrum Books for my first contemporary novel, TEACUP PROMISES! It will be released early 2024 in paperback and ebook. I’ll let you know when it’s available for pre-order. In the meantime, here’s the blurb:
Andrew Peacock is almost 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.
My new mmromance short story, Use as Wallpaper is out now! This is a fun, gay, romantic story set in the beautiful country of Georgia.
Here is the blurb:
Stuart is a reporter for a seldom-watched history channel, forty-one years old, and recently single. His latest assignment has taken him to the beautiful country of Georgia to film a traditional polyphonic choir—one of the last of its kind. The choir is run by Otar, a gruff man of strong opinions who is used to getting his own way.
When it’s suggested that Stuart get involved with the choir’s latest performance, he will have to quickly learn how to sing in Georgian, perform a traditional dance, and avoid butting heads with Otar. He probably shouldn’t drink too much wine the night before the show, either.
As Otar struggles to keep the past alive, can he help Stuart to leave his behind?
Here are some links to places you can buy Use As Wallpaper, published by Ninestar Press.
You can now pre-order my new short story, Use as Wallpaper, and get it four days early!
The story will be released on 23rd August but if you order direct from the Ninestar Press you can get it right now!
This is my first contemporary story and my first published short story. It’s a fun, gay rom-com (mm romance) and I’m excited for you to read it. It’s had some great advance reviews over on Instagram already!
I sent out some advance review copies and I’ve gotten my some lovely reviews already:
This story is a great introduction to this author’s writing. His affectionately drawn, intensely human characters are relatable and likeable, the dialogue sparky…
Deliciously Dark Romance
https://deliciouslydarkromance.com/2022/08/11/review-use-as-wallpaper-by-glenn-quigley/
Elegant and intelligent writing with hilarious dialog and lovable characters.
Jonathan Scott, Rainbow.ReaderJSW on Instagram
The writing itself was wonderful. The setting and premise of the story all fit, overall wonderful short story!
Bethany Levesque, PolishObsessedHoarder on Instagram
Here is the blurb:
Stuart is a reporter for a seldom-watched history channel, forty-one years old, and recently single. His latest assignment has taken him to the beautiful country of Georgia to film a traditional polyphonic choir—one of the last of its kind. The choir is run by Otar, a gruff man of strong opinions who is used to getting his own way.
When it’s suggested that Stuart get involved with the choir’s latest performance, he will have to quickly learn how to sing in Georgian, perform a traditional dance, and avoid butting heads with Otar. He probably shouldn’t drink too much wine the night before the show, either.
As Otar struggles to keep the past alive, can he help Stuart to leave his behind?
I’m very pleased to present the cover to USE AS WALLPAPER. This is my first contemporary story and my first published short story. It’s a fun rom-com set in the beautiful country of Georgia.
Here is the blurb:
Stuart is a reporter for a seldom-watched history channel, forty-one years old, and recently single. His latest assignment has taken him to the beautiful country of Georgia to film a traditional polyphonic choir—one of the last of its kind. The choir is run by Otar, a gruff man of strong opinions who is used to getting his own way.
When it’s suggested that Stuart get involved with the choir’s latest performance, he will have to quickly learn how to sing in Georgian, perform a traditional dance, and avoid butting heads with Otar. He probably shouldn’t drink too much wine the night before the show, either.
As Otar struggles to keep the past alive, can he help Stuart to leave his behind?
USE AS WALLPAPER will be released on 23rd August by Ninestar Press and will be available on their website, Amazon, and most major e-book retailers. I’ll update this post as soon as the pre-order and buy links are available!
This story is totally stand-alone and unconnected to my novels. If you’ve been thinking about trying out my writing, here’s an easy and affordable way to do so. I’m very excited for people to read this story!
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This Hallowe’en, I have a brand new spooky short story for you! The innkeeper of the Moth & Moon loves to tell ghost stories, so while two sailors take shelter from a storm he tells them a tale about a hard-working coach driver, her mysterious passenger, and the terrifying secrets they uncovered in THE HOUSE ON GRAVEL HILL!
The story is free but at the bottom of the page you’ll find a link to my Ko-fi where you can leave me a tip or buy me a coffee. As a thank you, you’ll get THE HOUSE ON GRAVEL HILL in PDF, MOBI, and EPB format to read on your Kindle or other device. This story isn’t available anywhere else!
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