LaRocca isn’t done with the town of Burnt Sparrow yet and despite spending most of the book wishing I could escape the oppressive nightmare of the town, I too am hungry for more. Nevertheless, it is already clear that the author has something to say with this trilogy, starting with: … We Are Always Tender With Our Dead: A Review of Eric LaRocca’s Shocking New NovelRead more
BOOK REVIEWS
How The Captive by Kit Burgoyne Blends Spooky Scares and Sharp Satire
How The Captive by Kit Burgoyne Blends Spooky Scares and Sharp Satire The Captive is an audacious debut. It is a novel that demands to be read on multiple levels: as a gripping, pacey thriller; as a chilling supernatural horror story in the tradition of Ira Levin’s Rosemary’s Baby; and as a … How The Captive by Kit Burgoyne Blends Spooky Scares and Sharp SatireRead more
Artifact by Jeremy Robinson: A Masterful Blend of Science and Suspense
Artifact by Jeremy Robinson: A Masterful Blend of Science and Suspense Jeremy Robinson has crafted a narrative that honours the traditions of authors like Michael Crichton while infusing it with his unique voice and style. The novel’s exploration of AI ethics, combined with its chilling horror elements and emotional depth, … Artifact by Jeremy Robinson: A Masterful Blend of Science and SuspenseRead more
Is Creature Feature Classics 1: Lycanthropy Worth Your Bite
Is Creature Feature Classics 1: Lycanthropy Worth Your Bite Snake Bite Books (www.snakebitebooks.com) is likely a press not many are familiar with, myself included until I read this anthology – since this is their first ever release! With that in mind, it’s a nice, if familiar place to start, as … Is Creature Feature Classics 1: Lycanthropy Worth Your BiteRead more
Book Review: Imposter Syndrome by Mark Allan Gunnells
Imposter Syndrome by Mark Allan Gunnells Slashic Horror Press; 282 Pages; Available to buy September 15 A Horror Book Review by Damascus Mincemeyer We all harbour doubts. Those niggling voices in our head that tell us we’re not as smart or attractive or popular as we’d like to think we … Book Review: Imposter Syndrome by Mark Allan GunnellsRead more
Why You’ll Love A Hodgepodge of Horror by Tony Evans
Horror Book Review: A Hodgepodge of Horror by Tony Evans Dark Holler Press, 181 Pages, Available now on Amazon in eBook and paperback Review by Damascus Mincemeyer Born into a hostile universe without any advance knowledge regarding the nature of existence, humanity has often turned to storytelling to understand its … Why You’ll Love A Hodgepodge of Horror by Tony EvansRead more
The Possession of Alba Díaz: A New Take on Possession Stories
The Possession of Alba Díaz: A New Take on Possession Stories The book deals with multiple layers of class, greed, religion and politics but in a way that those from less privileged facets of society will continuously — and currently — run up against. Each of these themes aren’t consistently in the forefront but … The Possession of Alba Díaz: A New Take on Possession StoriesRead more
Night and Day: Which Scary Stories Will Keep You Up?
Night and Day edited by Ellen Datlow A Horror Book Review by Mario Guslandi Ellen Datlow is by far the most famous horror editor in the world, well respected and very prolific. In addition to her classic “ Best Horror of the Year” series she keeps assembling original anthologies featuring … Night and Day: Which Scary Stories Will Keep You Up?Read more
A Gothic Resurrection: Review of J.S. Barnes’ Frankenstein’s Monster
A Gothic Resurrection: Review of J.S. Barnes’ “Frankenstein’s Monster” J.S. Barnes’ Frankenstein’s Monster (2025) stands as a daring literary endeavour that seeks to extend Mary Shelley’s foundational Gothic narrative into new thematic and philosophical territory. Presented as a direct sequel to Shelley’s masterpiece, Barnes’ novel resurrects both Victor Frankenstein and his Creature despite their apparent deaths … A Gothic Resurrection: Review of J.S. Barnes’ Frankenstein’s MonsterRead more
Between Light and Shadow By Dario Fero
Between Light and Shadow By Dario Fero Guest Post Title: Between Light and ShadowBy: Dario FeroAbout: A reflection on the process of shaping For Ever and a Day – a gothic, philosophical work exploring memory, identity, and the shadow side of immortality. When it comes to the supernatural, there are believers and disbelievers. The latter … Between Light and Shadow By Dario FeroRead more
Strange New Moons: Fresh Take on Werewolves
Strange New Moons: Fresh Take on Werewolves ‘Strange New Moons’ is the latest offering from French Press and like any good lycanthrope there’s always more than merely what’s on the surface of this anthology. Despite names like Tim Lebbon and Simon Clark’s being attached to the project – and I’ll … Strange New Moons: Fresh Take on WerewolvesRead more
UFOs, Conspiracies, and Chills: Our July YA and MG Horror Roundup
July YA and Middle Grade horror roundup In recent months I have been struggling to find the time for Young Blood reviews of YA and Middle Grade fiction, but instead of letting time drag on, here is a smaller more select roundup than usual. I enjoyed all four of … UFOs, Conspiracies, and Chills: Our July YA and MG Horror RoundupRead more
Rock And Roll Mercenaries Edited by N.R. LaPoint
Rock And Roll Mercenaries Mistcreek Publishing; 343 Pages; Edited by N.R. LaPoint A Horror Book Review by Damascus Mincemeyer Music, it has been said, is the voice of the Divine. A hyperbolic statement, perhaps, but the inexplicable power possessed by music to inspire and move listeners is undeniable. Who among … Rock And Roll Mercenaries Edited by N.R. LaPointRead more
Chuck Tingle’s Lucky Day: Existential Horror Meets Absurdist Heart
Chuck Tingle’s Lucky Day: Existential Horror Meets Absurdist Heart Chuck Tingle, once celebrated for viral erotic titles like Space Raptor Butt Invasion, has cemented his status as a master of contemporary horror with his latest novel, Lucky Day. Released on August 12, 2025, by Tor Nightfire (US) and Titan Book (UK), this genre-defying … Chuck Tingle’s Lucky Day: Existential Horror Meets Absurdist HeartRead more
Went Up the Hill, An Elegant Horror Movie.
Went Up the Hill A recently deceased woman haunts her estranged son, Jack, and her grieving widow, Jill. When her spirit inhabits the survivors, the living must grapple with the destruction she left behind while fighting for their own survival. Director: Samuel Van Grinsven Running time: 1h 40m Producers: Samantha Jennings, Vicky Pope, Kristina Ceyton … Went Up the Hill, An Elegant Horror Movie.Read more