“IF BLADE RUNNER MET MTV CIRCA 1985 AND HAD A DEFIANT CHILD, IT WOULD BE COGS IN A NEON GLOBE: A CYBERPUNK NOIR COLLECTION BY ANTHONY M. CARO…”
A cerebral cyberpunk noir odyssey through a retro-futuristic dystopia.
In the strobe-lit Neon Globe, a domed city ruled by a faceless syndicate, outcasts defy their fate in this collection of five gritty, low-life/retro-tech science fiction tales. The collection’s stories include:
Dolly Jolly Discovers Red-Stitched Gloves are for Killing. True to the collection’s eclectic tone, this giallo-inspired horror-mystery features a cybernetic courtesan searching for a fedora-wearing, glove-wearing killer in the seedy underbelly of the retro-futuristic domed city.
Why is Cal Drawing Stick Figures at 3 AM in the 22nd Century? Eavesdrop on a paranoid character study about an obsessive-compulsive pill-popper who performs surveillance duties for the syndicate in his claustrophobic, soul-crushing hideaway.
I Go With You. Experience an introspective, action-oriented tale that weaves martial arts, conspiracies, assassinations, and the wildness of old-time men’s adventure paperbacks into a cyberpunk world.
These avant-garde stories weave tales of betrayal and existential dread, appealing to fans of dystopian high-tech thrillers.
“I was hooked by the gritty, atmospheric vibe, like Blade Runner meets old‑school noir, with stories full of betrayal, weird sci‑fi twists, and existential dread. If you’re into dark, cerebral sci‑fi full of style and grit, this collection feels like a neon-soaked punch in the gut.”
“Cogs in a Neon Globe was such a gritty, stylish surprise. I wasn’t sure what to expect going in—cyberpunk isn’t always my go-to—but this collection totally won me over. The stories are sharp, atmospheric, and have this really cool blend of tech and noir that feels both retro and futuristic. The characters are flawed in the best way, and the writing? Super moody and immersive. It’s like Blade Runner had a love child with a detective novel. If you’re into stories that are a little dark, a little edgy, and totally cinematic, this is worth the read.”
“In this book, we find five stories connected by a cyberpunk noir style. These stories are horror stories and involve death. They are written in a thriller-like manner, as the story unfolds, creating increasing tension until each one culminates. A strange book, full of imagination, mystery, and horror. If you like this genre of stories, this is a book you can’t miss.”
“Cogs in a Neon Globe: A Cyberpunk Noir Collection by Anthony M. Karo is a moody, atmospheric trip into a retro-futuristic world filled with grit, tension, and intrigue. It’s a collection that feels both stylish and thought-provoking, inviting you to linger in its shadows.”
Shortly after publication, Cogs in a Neon Globe hit high marks on Amazon’s New Release Category Charts, including #6 on Crime & Mystery Science Fiction and #9 on Cyberpunk Science Fiction.
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Dreaded Invocations presents transgressive spins on pulp-style short-story horror. Read the garish tales of those too terrified to speak about their dark experiences.
What troubles plague a man who seeks chat app-based therapy from the confines of a secret prison cell? Are those menacing calls to a babysitter really coming from inside the house? Does a vast treasure or mysterious fate await a double-crossing diver inside a sunken ship? Will a steampunk experiment’s artificially constructed man meet a friend or foe inside a mysterious cave? What vengeance does a self-exiled silent movie star have in store for former colleagues against whom he holds a grudge?
Discover the dread-inducing answers in this collection of 14 offbeat short horror stories. Fans of 1970s/1980s/1990s-style horror fiction may appreciate the modern spin presented in this book, which draws inspiration from classic comics, pulp magazines, and drive-in cinema.
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About Author Anthony M. Caro
Anthony M. Caro is passionate about transgressive horror, dark sci-fi fiction, and insightful pop culture commentary. His latest work, the upcoming Cogs in a Neon Globe: A Cyberpunk Noir Collection, reveals the despair of criminal life in a dystopian future. Caro is also the author of the chilling collections Dread Invocations: Terrifying Horror Tales to Utter in Hushed Tones and Tragedy Man, as well as the essay collection Universal Monsters and Neurotics: Children of the Night and Their Hang-Ups, which delves into the psyche of classic horror icons. With 18 years of professional writing experience, Caro’s non-fiction work graces outlets like FanSided’s 1428 Elm, Horror News, Cinema Scholars, and Comic Book Historians, where he explores horror, Generation X pop culture, and speculative themes with sharp wit and deep insight.
A passionate supporter of indie cinema, Caro has earned production credits on films such as Executive Producer on Alien Horde and Associate Producer on Pancake Man, Skate to Hell, and Bikers vs. Werewolves, bringing his love for the macabre to the screen. A brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu under Master Rigan Machado, he balances discipline with creativity, often drawing inspiration from his travels and the eerie corners of human experience. Caro’s work resonates with readers who crave stories that haunt, provoke, and entertain.
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