Grave Markings 20th Anniversary Edition

Grave Markings 20th Anniversary Edition by Michael A. Arnzen is published by Raw Dog Screaming Press and was released on October 31, 2014. This edition features 306 pages and is presented in English. The novel follows the mental breakdown of Mark Michael Kilpatrick, an artist compelled to express his visions of hell through tattooing the flesh of unwilling victims. As news reporter Roy Roberts becomes increasingly obsessed with tattoo culture, he finds himself entangled in Kilpatrick’s dark world, where the artist’s disturbing creations draw media attention and lead to a perilous confrontation.

Readers will encounter a narrative that delves into themes of horror, suspense, and crime, as Kilpatrick’s compulsions spiral out of control, threatening those around him. This special edition includes 50 pages of bonus material, featuring a new preface, five literary essays, and four short stories, two of which are previously unpublished. The combination of these elements enriches the reading experience, providing deeper insights into the chilling universe Arnzen has crafted.