Richard Gramlich

Charles Allen Gramlich, born in 1958, is an American writer recognized for his contributions to science fiction and horror genres. Growing up on a farm near the Ozark Mountains, his childhood experiences, including a frightening valley, influenced his novel "Cold in the Light." Gramlich holds advanced degrees in Experimental Psychology and has taught the subject at Xavier University of Louisiana. He is also an editor for "The Dark Man: The Journal of Robert E. Howard Studies" and a former member of REHupa.

His literary output includes numerous novels and short stories, often spanning science fiction, fantasy, horror, and western genres. Early works like the Talera series drew comparisons to Edgar Rice Burroughs. Beyond fiction, Gramlich has published poetry, including vampire-themed haiku, and nonfiction works on writing and psychology, some co-authored with colleagues. He has also explored self-publishing and has written under pseudonyms for Wolfpack Publishing. His diverse influences, including authors like Robert E. Howard and Edgar Rice Burroughs, have led him to aim for publishing in a wide array of genres.

Charles Allen Gramlich has established himself as a prolific author, primarily working within the realms of science fiction and horror, often blending these with fantasy and western elements. His early novel, "Cold in the Light," a science fiction horror thriller, was noted for its stylistic resemblances to Dean Koontz's earlier writings. The Talera series, comprising "Swords of Talera," "Wings Over Talera," and "Witch of Talera," are considered "Sword & Planet" works, echoing the style of Edgar Rice Burroughs' Mars tales. Gramlich has continued to explore these themes, as seen in "Under the Ember Star." His writing career also encompasses poetry, notably "Wanting the Mouth of a Lover," a collection of vampire haiku, and nonfiction works such as "Write With Fire," which delves into the craft of writing, and a textbook on psychology co-authored with academic colleagues. His broad range of influences, including Robert E. Howard, Edgar Rice Burroughs, and Louis L'Amour, fuels his ambition to produce work across numerous literary genres.

Beyond his writing, Charles Allen Gramlich possesses a strong academic foundation in psychology. He holds both an M.A. and a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology. This academic expertise informs his professional life as he teaches psychology in the Greater New Orleans area at Xavier University of Louisiana. His engagement with the literary world extends to his editorial work; he serves as an Editor for "The Dark Man: The Journal of Robert E. Howard Studies." He is also a former member of REHupa (the Robert E. Howard United Press Association), indicating a deep connection to the legacy of fantasy author Robert E. Howard. Gramlich's personal life includes living on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain with his wife, artist and photographer Lana Gramlich, and their son, Joshua.