Another title: ARE YOU LOATHSOME TONIGHT?

Popy Z. Brite is known for her shocking but brilliant novels. From the rock 'n roll vampires of LOST SOULS to the chilling eroticism of Exquisite Corpse she has written stories that are compelling, atmospheric and insightful. SELF-MADE MAN collects together 12 stories, two original to this collection, an introduction by Peter Straub and an afterword from Caitlín R. Kiernan.

"Arise"
A message from the dead brings a rock star back to life and fame.
"Saved"
Jesus is Billy's saviour - and his nemesis.
"Self-Made Man"
For Justin reading is an art form - and so is killing.
"Entertaining Mr Orton"
The ghost of a great wit is awoken by passion.
"Vine of the Soul"
A hallucinogenic ride for the heroes of DRAWING BLOOD

CONTENTS
Introduction by Peter Straub
1. In Vermis Veritas
2. Arise
3. Saved (w/Christa Faust)
4. King of the Cats (w/David Ferguson)
5. Self-Made Man
6. Pin Money
7. America [Steve and Ghost Universe]
8. Entertaining Mr. Orton
9. Monday's Special [Dr. Brite]
10. Vine of the Soul
11. Mussolini and the Axeman's Jazz
12. Are You Loathsome Tonight?
[Afterword] by Caitlín R. Kiernan: ...And in Closing (for Now)

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First published in 1998 by Gauntlet Press as Are You Loathsome Tonight?