David W. Thompson

David W. Thompson is an award winning author. His first novel (Sister Witch: The Life of Moll Dyer) earned him an IHIBRP award, and was recognized as the year's best Magical Realism novel from Editors and Preditors. Most recently, it won the coveted Golden Quill award for best paranormal novel.

David is a native of Southern Maryland, and a graduate of University of Maryland, University College. David's love of the written word began early in life. He claims his first writing effort was "Dick and Jane" fan fiction when he was six years old- no doubt with a dark twist!
After his family and cheesecake, reading was his first love. It exposed him to people, cultures and ideas he'd never experience otherwise. Writing was a natural extension of this "out of body" experience as characters carved little niches in his mind- showing their worlds, and their possibilities. He hopes to honestly convey the stories that they whisper in his ears.
When he isn't writing, Dave enjoys time with his family and grandchildren, kayaking (mostly flat water please), fishing, hiking, hunting, wine-making, and pursuing his other "creative passion"- woodcarving.
For more on Dave, his current releases and upcoming WIP, check out his site at: https://www.dthompsonwrites.com/
Often bloody, habitually dark, always original!

Sister Witch won 1^st for Magical Realism in the Editors Preditors poll

It received the 5 star rating from Reader’s Favorite and was a Finalist in the Historical Personage category

It also won 1^st place as Paranormal novel of the year in the Golden Quill contest

I was notified this morning that it has been named an Official Selection in fantasy from the New Apple awards contest.

His Father’s Blood hasn’t been out as long but

Has received 5 stars from Reader’s Favorite

Won the Gold Medal from Literary Titan

Sister Witch: The Life of Moll Dyer (Legends of the Family Dyer Book 1)

Sister Witch: The Life of Moll Dyer (Legends of the Family Dyer Book 1) by [Thompson, David W.]

Moll Dyer wants to leave her troubles behind when she immigrates to the New World... but even an ocean cannot keep the Dyer family curse from following her! Wanting only to find peace, she fights injustice in a new land founded on tolerance, but ruled by bigotry. In 1607, the ancient enemy returns, and Moll takes a stand. 300 years later, is the world finally ready for Moll's story?

Life in the British colonies is tough on man and woman. Hunger, disease, Indian attacks, and drought test the resolve of the settlers daily. But troubles for the Dyers include another threat. In this land of religious fervor, devastating sickness, and persistent greed, can Moll turn back the evil alliance formed against her and her bloodline? Or will hell's bloody wrath extinguish her dream of a new life in the New World? How far will she go to protect her family and their world?

Faith despite Betrayal. Courage in the face of Injustice. The triumph of love.

The legend of Moll Dyer originated in earliest colonial Maryland. Despite 300 years of civilization, and the advent of scientific reason, Moll's name is still often heard there, especially around campfires late at night, or as a warning to misbehaving little people. Her spirit is often seen as a wisp of unnatural fog in the swampy woodlands near her homestead, with her half-wolf companion at her side.

His Father's Blood (Legends of the Family Dyer Book 2)

Winner of Literary Titan's Gold Medal for 2018!

The demonic force that's cursed the Dyer family for generations has returned even stronger! Defeated by Moll Dyer a century earlier, the demon Laris lays claim to another Dyer child.

Homesteading on Devil's Peak, skin-walking shaman John Dyer must fight to save his bloodline. Can the Dyers stand against the horrific desires of a centuries old demon? Can their faith in each other overcome the evil pitted against them?

This historically accurate epic follows John- scion of the Dyer family, and the great-great grandson of the venerable Moll Dyer-- in his quest for a new life, and a place to settle down and call home.

The fates conspire against the Dyers, and only their sorely tested faith in each other can overcome the evil set in place against them.

Sons and Brothers (Legends of the Family Dyer Book 3)

Sons and Brothers: Legends of the Family Dyer by [Thompson, David W.]

Sons and Brothers continues the tradition of its award winning predecessors in the “Legends of the Family Dyer” trilogy. This third installment, although stand-alone, follows the descendants of the accused 17th century witch, Moll Dyer. Another century has passed and divergent family lines are reunited.

Two cousins from different backgrounds, Garren and Brodie, meet at a camp in the Potomac highlands. One hails from the flatlands of Southern Maryland; the other calls the mountains of West Virginia home. The Dyer family’s ancestral foe, the dark entity Laris, doesn’t care where they came from because he knows who they came from. Disguising his intentions, he has one last chance to complete Lilith’s demonic hit.
Three friends oppose the ancient evil: Anna—a hesitant Native American spiritualist, Lenore—a teenager discovering shape-shifting abilities, and Garren—a regular teenage guy with too much to lose...and plenty to gain. The terrors of the past are revisited and the corruption of the past seeps into the present.

The friends embark on a life and death challenge with help from Anna’s spirit guide. All three, a “hero triumvirate,” embrace their newfound talents in an attempt to save their loved ones from the encroaching darkness.

In this often bloody and heart wrenching tale, dark family secrets are revealed, temptation is embraced and the circle of life is renewed. Does love conquer hate? Should some truths remain untold? Can some sins not be forgiven? What would you do?

My Name is Samantha

Her husband's infidelity sends Samantha's life in a tailspin. Her life in turmoil, she sets out on a camping and caving adventure to rediscover herself. When a handsome stranger shares his campfire, she admits her attraction to him--but only to herself. She wants no part of a rebound relationship, or another man! Samantha learns that support and family can come from strange places.

Sometimes bloody, habitually dark, always original!

’Possum Stew

How dark do you like your fiction? Are the terrors of day to day life enough? Or does it take the creature hidden in the dark woods to stir your blood? Perhaps, a visit back in time to face the Wendigo will quench your thirst? Fairies are sweet, gentle creatures...right? Are you brave enough to turn the page? Don’t close your eyes or cut out the lights! ‘Possum Stew is a collection of short stories from multi-award winning paranormal and dark fiction author David W. Thompson.

Beginning with the New Year, it follows the seasons through all the major holidays. From dark tales inspired by ancient mythology to those flavored with cutting edge technology, they provide dark fiction treats that are impossible to forget. So how much spectral spice do you desire? You’ll find it here.