Books, Beer, and Chills: Mark Leslie Lefebvre’s Spooktacular Release

By Tiffany Martin

A dear spooky friend of mine, Mark, has combined his love for beer and horror into something truly frightful and it's nothing short of spooktacular! Mark, a talented author of eerie tales both local and beyond, has just launched his new horror story collection, "One Hand Screaming," alongside a collaboration beer, "One Hop Screaming," brewed with Counterpoint Brewing Company. Mark and I met at a brewery (surprise, surprise) and quickly became friends over beer and Halloween themed chatter. ONE HAND SCREAMING: 20 Haunting Years is Mark’s special anniversary edition the book which includes all the original stories and poems that appeared in the 2004 version of the book plus new ones has published in the past twenty years. Being full of short stories, poems and tales it is the perfect book to read by flashlight, around a campfire and of course accompanied by a beer. I had the thrill of attending the launch event at Counterpoint, where these two delights came together perfectly Both the book and beer are still available for purchase at Counterpoint in Kitchener, so if you're in the mood for literary frights or a flavourful brew (or both!), don't miss out!

Mark’s creative genius shines, and it's been an honour to watch him thrive in the spooky spotlight. I’m proud to call him a friend and see him continue to haunt the literary and beer worlds.

Upcoming Event:

If you’re looking for a night of spooks and sips, mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 29th, 6-9 PM at Arabella Park There will be a fresh keg of One Hop Screaming on tap, plus:

•Chilling ghost stories & fictional frights

•Halloween-themed trivia

•Spooky door prizes

•Haunting music

Do you have a love for beer and horror? It’s a frightful combination that’s nothing short of spooktacular. Check out a night of sips and spooks on October 29th at Arabella Park (Kitchener)! Pictured above is Tiffany and Mark. Photos provided by Tiffany Martin

The event is free, but a $30 ticket gets you a copy of Mark’s "One Hand Screaming: 20 Haunting Years" and a drink of your choice

Tickets are available on the Arabella Park Beer Bar website. Mark Leslie’s world is where horror meets hops join in the fun and let’s celebrate the magic of storytelling and craft beer!