Michaelbrent Collings is an American author who has gained significant recognition for his work in the horror genre. He has written numerous novels, with two of them being finalists for the esteemed Bram Stoker Award. Collings has also demonstrated his versatility by venturing into other genres, such as thriller, crime, and young adult novels. His commitment to writing has earned him the status of an international bestseller, making him a prominent figure in the literary world.
In addition to his prolific writing career, Collings is also a screenwriter, lawyer, and martial artist. His screenwriting credits include "Barricade" (2012) and "Darkroom" (2013). His expertise in writing is not limited to his personal work, as he also provides mentorship and advice to other aspiring writers. Collings' dedication to his craft has established him as one of the most versatile and successful authors in the industry.
Collings' success as an author has been recognized through various accolades. He is a multiple Bram Stoker Award finalist and has received critical acclaim for his work. His writing has been reviewed and featured in reputable publications, such as Publishers Weekly, Scream Magazine, and NPR. Furthermore, he is a frequent guest at comic cons and writing podcasts, such as Six Figure Authors, The Creative Penn, and Writing Excuses, where he shares his insights and experiences in the writing world.
Beyond his professional achievements, Collings is also a mental health advocate and TEDx speaker. He has developed a comprehensive writing and self-publishing course, Bestseller Life, which helps storytellers become successful authors. Collings' dedication to his craft and his commitment to supporting other writers make him a valuable figure in the literary community. To learn more about him, visit his website, WrittenInsomnia.com, or sign up for his mailing list to receive a free book.
Billy Jones Books
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Messenger of Powers
2009
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Seeker of Powers
2012
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Destroyer of Powers
2014
Colony Books
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Genesis
2013
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Renegades
2013
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Descent
2013
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Velocity
2014
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Shift
2014
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Buried
2015
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Reckoning
2015
Fairy Tales Books
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How Flowers Came to Be
2010
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Leon
2010
3
The True Story of the Easter Bunny
2013
Good Mormon Girl Mysteries Books
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1
Blood Relations
2013
Grimmworld Books
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The Witch in the Woods
2024
2
The Big Bad Wolf
2025
The Stranger Books
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Strangers
2013
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Stranger Still
2020
Sword Chronicles Books
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Child of the Empire
2015
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Child of Sorrows
2016
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Child of Ash
2019
Standalone Novels
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Run
2010
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Rising Fears
2010
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Mr. Gray / The Meridans
2011
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The Loon
2011
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Celestia
2011
6
Stolen
2011
7
The Stranger Inside
2011
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Perdition
2011
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The Haunted
2012
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Apparition
2012
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Peter & Wendy / Hooked / Lost Girl
2012
12
Darkbound
2013
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Killing Time
2013
14
Crime Seen
2014
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This Darkness Light
2014
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Twisted
2014
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The Ridealong
2015
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The Deep
2015
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The House That Death Built
2016
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The Longest Con
2016
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The Darklights
2017
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Predators
2018
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Terminal
2019
24
Scavenger Hunt
2019
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Light-Years From Home
2022
Short Stories/Novellas
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Kindled
2014
Short Story Collections
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Though Darkness Falls
2018
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Darkling Smiles
2019
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Future Tense
2022
Non-Fiction Books
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California Construction Law and Public Contracting in California
2010
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The Art of Teaching Martial Arts
2011
Michaelbrent Collings Anthologies
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Space Eldritch II
2013
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The Black Fang Betrayal
2014
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Shared Nightmares
2014
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Fantastic Worlds
2016
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Windows Into Hell
2016
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Grifty Shades of Fey
2020
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Humans Are The Problem: A Monster's Anthology
2021
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Gilded Glass: Twisted Myths and Shattered Fairy Tales