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Author of 12 books now, an ex-Fangoria / Dread Central writer, CARPE NOCTEM founder, a Teller of Stories, and an Inveterate Liar. Also... "...a standout voice in supernatural fiction.” ~ Publishers Weekly www.thomcarnell.com
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Reviews are rolling on on my new book, MONOLITH RECORDS, and I'm thrilled! #writers #booksky #books #authors www.amazon.com/Monolith-Rec...

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1985 - Kendall Leevy couldn't believe it when he got hired @ Monolith Records. But as he got used to the store's culture, he soon discovers just how weird working with the public can be. #writers #booksky #books #authors #writingcommunity #eightiesmusic #recordstore www.amazon.com/Monolith-Rec...

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1985 - Kendall Leevy couldn't believe it when he got hired @ Monolith Records. But as he got used to the store's culture, he discovered just how weird working with the public can be. #writers #booksky #books #authors #writingcommunity #eightiesmusic #recordstore www.amazon.com/Monolith-Rec...

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Hey #booksky... Remember, kids... I have hard copies of MONOLITH RECORDS that I can sign and send to you for just $25 (which includes postage). Email me (thomcarnell @ gmail) for details... www.amazon.com/Monolith-Rec...

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Hey #booksky reviewers... If you would like to read / review my NEWEST book, MONOLITH RECORDS, email me at: thomcarnell at gmail "This fictionalized account of life at a Bay Area Tower Records store brings equal parts youthful lunacy in a pre-Internet world and sweet romance. Highly enjoyable!"

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Book release day!!! Get yours? #BookSky www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0F1...

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The year was 1985. Kendall Leevy couldn't believe his luck when he got hired at Monolith Records. However, as he becomes more and more indoctrinated into the quirky store's culture, he slowly discovers just how strange working with the public can be. #BookSky www.amazon.com/Monolith-Rec...

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Monolith Records comes out next week - on Record Store Day, April 12th. Here is a sample chapter from the book to whet your appetites. Be sure to get YOUR copy of the book! www.amazon.com/Monolith-Rec... And now... "Juke Box Hero" ~ Foreigner www.thomcarnell.com/monolith-exc... #booksky

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Here is the link to my NEW book, MONOLITH RECORDS! It's a romantic comedy set in 1985 in a large record store. I worked as a Buyer for a ton of record stores during that time, and it really shows in this book. #booksky www.amazon.com/Monolith-Rec...

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MONOLITH RECORDS will be finally be available on Record Store Day, April 12th, 2025 (one day before my birthday). The book is VERY autobiographical, and is based on the years that I worked in record stores!!! Pre-Order will be soon. But we have our OFFICIAL release date! #authorsky #booksky

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Looking to hire an EXPERIENCED layout person who knows InDesign, IngramSpark, KDP for new and ongoing publisher. $$$ involved. Email me @ thomcarnell@gmail for info #BooksBsky #Booksky #author

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Record Store Day... Things are getting better in the 'finding sh*t" department. Highlights this week include: the Sly Stone comp, a new Lacuna Coil, a BUNCH of Japanese ambient, a new Rizzle Kicks, some jazz, and a film score or two. Good stuff all around.

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We were all just kids…

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Today's Record Recommendation" Joan Armatrading "How Did This Happen And What Does It Now Mean" "... the twenty-first studio album by singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading. The album is entirely written, produced, programmed and engineered by Joan herself. Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Today's Record Recommendation ggg. "sandwich" Known for their genre-defying sound that melds alternative rhythms with a sprinkle of introspective lyrics, ggg. has emerged as a formidable force in the music scene.

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Today's Record Recommendation: Us3 "Hand on the Torch" "Hand on the Torch" is the debut studio album by British jazz rap group Us3. It received widespread attention due to its mixture of jazz with hip-hop music. Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Tonight's Movie Director: David Leitch Starring: Ryan Gosling, Emily Blunt A stuntman, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. Released: 2024

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I was surprised by how much I enjoyed this record: Jaye P Morgan Featuring a line up of the best LA musicians including Harvey Mason, Ed Greene, Jay Graydon, Ray Parker Jr. Tower of Power, & Ernie Watts! www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Tonight's Movie #2 Director: Kenneth Branagh Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Michelle Yeoh, Jamie Dornan In post-World War II Venice, Poirot reluctantly attends a seance. But when one of the guests is murdered, it is up to the former detective to once again uncover the killer. Released: 2023

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Tonight's Movie ❤ Director: John Frankenheimer Writers: J.D. Zeik, David Mamet Starring: Robert De Niro, Jean Reno,Natascha McElhone A freelancing former U.S. Intelligence Agent tries to track down a mysterious package that is wanted by the Irish and the Russians. Released: 1998

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Today's Record Recommendation Stav "Tears in Colours" Stav Achai is a pianist, composer, and arranger from Tel Aviv, Israel. Her music is known for its unique sound, which combines jazzy RnB harmonies with catchy melodies. Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Y’know… I think I’m done.

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This Morning's Record Recommendation: Jukka Gustavson & Street Level "Natural High" Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Books, y'all... please help support my questionable life choices. www.amazon.com/stores/Thom-...

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Today's Record Recommendation: Armand Amar "Autumn and the Black Jaguar" A composer that I've always been drawn to is Armand Amar, his music is always inspiring and emotive that stands on its own and can be listened to away from any storyline or images. Playlist: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...

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Record Store Day... Highlights this week: the Dakha Brakhas, film scores, a new Mogwai, a new Matt Berry, an Erik Tagg solo record, a beautiful record by Gaelyn Lea, and a sampler about cats featuring the always terrific Michael Plaster. Oh, and a Jaye P Morgan record that's surprisingly good.

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