Press Kit
Stephen Van Olsen — author of The Hunter’s Craft: Confessions of a Serial Killer and composer of Echoes Beneath the Stone (Under the Arch — Cello Nocturnes).
At a Glance
Logline
Inside the mind of a man who hunts to quiet a hunger words can’t feed—until the writing itself becomes a blade.
About the Book
A dark, intimate psychological thriller told in a voice that refuses to flinch. The narrative tracks a meticulous hunter who writes to blunt the compulsion—only to discover the act of storytelling can sharpen it. Minimalist, propulsive, and unsettling.
Key Themes
- Compulsion vs. control; satisfaction vs. relapse
- Confession as performance—and as weapon
- Predator’s gaze, ordinary world
Short Excerpt
“Nothing can take the place of living through it, completing a successful hunt. Writing might be a cheap placebo, but it keeps me satisfied for a little while.”
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“As a psychology major, this book was fascinating… Nature vs. nurture… It all made me stop and think about how their mind worked differently than mine.”
— Tanya, Goodreads review (Aug 1, 2025)
“It is highly disturbing… I worry that this work of fiction are his actual thoughts. The author’s note is unsettling.”
— Emmalee Clift, Goodreads review (Jul 24, 2025) (provocative reaction)
“A very intriguing story line from the viewpoint of a serial killer… I am still having nightmares of the roach lady!”
— Melanie Houghton, Goodreads review (Aug 2, 2025)
“I’m not sure what I just read. Give it a try!”
— Lauren, Goodreads review (Aug 1, 2025)
“Excellent and creepy! Is the Author a serial killer?!? Maybe… That’s the point! A great, quick read; you can get lost in the stories.”
— Angela Leek, Goodreads review (Aug 5, 2025)
Source: Goodreads community reviews provided by the author.