Author Archives: Thomas Rydder

About Thomas Rydder

Greetings, and thanks for stopping by. I'm a civil engineer in beautiful Charleston, SC, and recently decided to attempt writing fiction in the horror and suspense genres. On my site are links to helpful writing sites, book reviews, and someday soon, my books on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. I'm married to a beautiful woman who manages to forgive me on a daily basis, and we have two dogs and two cats who all manage to be both mischievious and precious at the same time. In my spare time (which has decreased in size considerably), I also enjoy fishing, reading, genealogy, and watching my beloved Pittsburgh Steelers.

It’s never too late – and you’re never too low – to make a difference… | Thomas Rydder

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

It’s never too late – and you’re never too low – to make a difference… | Thomas Rydder. via It’s never too late – and you’re never too low – to make a difference… | Thomas Rydder.

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A day of Death, a day of Pride…

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

Twelve years ago today, tragedy was visited on the populations of New York City, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. It wasn’t an act of God, but rather of the Godless. Desperate to gain attention for a despicable cause, a group of … Continue reading →

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Thunder and lightning! My thriller “The Clearing” is the small press Book of the Month on Goodreads! | Thomas Rydder

Posted on July 1, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

Thunder and lightning! My thriller “The Clearing” is the small press Book of the Month on Goodreads! | Thomas Rydder. via Thunder and lightning! My thriller “The Clearing” is the small press Book of the Month on Goodreads! | Thomas … Continue reading →

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BS alert! Amazon currently allows 7 days to return ebooks – and that MUST change. A petition you need to sign…

Posted on April 1, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

As you can read below, Amazon’s current return policy for e-books allows the buyer seven days to return any purchases. Seven days – more than enough time to read the longest of novels. This, of course, opens the door for … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged amazon, debut novel, ebook, goodreads, horror, Kindle, novelette, novella, poetry, short story, supernatural thriller, The Clearing, Thomas Rydder, vampires, werewolves, writer, writing | 10 Comments

In Memorium: David Guthrie – 1955-2013

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

In Memorium: David Guthrie – 1955-2013. via In Memorium: David Guthrie – 1955-2013.

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I am now a proud member of the Feline Freedom Coalition!…:)

Posted on January 16, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

I am now a proud member of the Feline Freedom Coalition!…:). via I am now a proud member of the Feline Freedom Coalition!…:).

Posted in Thoughts | Tagged ASPCA, cat rescue, Feline Freedom Coalition, neuter, PetSmart, spay, The Clearing, Thomas Rydder | Leave a comment

Some common phrases that were coined by “The Bard” – William Shakespeare!

Posted on January 15, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

Some common phrases that were coined by “The Bard” – William Shakespeare!. via Some common phrases that were coined by “The Bard” – William Shakespeare!.

Posted in Thoughts | Tagged Bard, Brutus, Julius Caesar, Othello, Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare, The Clearing, The Taming of the Shrew, Thomas Rydder | Leave a comment

Anyone who buys a book should thank their lucky stars that writers work for peanuts…:)

Posted on January 9, 2013 by Thomas Rydder

Anyone who buys a book should thank their lucky stars that writers work for peanuts…:). via Anyone who buys a book should thank their lucky stars that writers work for peanuts…:).

Posted in Thoughts | Tagged fantasy, goodreads, horror, science fiction, SCottish Highlands, supernatural thriller, The Clearing, Thomas Rydder, werewolves | Leave a comment

One of the best books I’ve read in a very long time is “The Last Sunset”, by my brother Bob Atkinson. This is why…

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Thomas Rydder

One of the best books I’ve read in a very long time is “The Last Sunset”, by my brother Bob Atkinson. This is why…. via One of the best books I’ve read in a very long time is “The Last … Continue reading →

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My pal Mae Clair gives us some very cool info about a longstanding Christmas tradition – the Yule Log…

Posted on December 3, 2012 by Thomas Rydder

My pal Mae Clair gives us some very cool info about a longstanding Christmas tradition – the Yule Log…. via My pal Mae Clair gives us some very cool info about a longstanding Christmas tradition – the Yule Log….