HORRORSCOPE VOL 3 January Ember Press; 250 Pages; Available on Amazon October 20 Review by Damascus Mincemeyer “What’s your sign, baby?” It’s perhaps the oldest pick-up line in existence, and for good reason: astrology, that oft-misunderstood, sometimes vilified study of celestial movements, dates back to Babylonian times. Dividing the night … HORRORSCOPE VOL 3Read more
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Rattlesnake Kisses by Bob Ford and John Boden
Rattlesnake Kisses by Bob Ford and John Boden Review by Kit Power Regular readers will know I am a long time fan of John Boden’s work; his combination of dark, blue collar grit with a vivid and poetic turn of phrase mark him out as a unique, powerful, and necessary … Rattlesnake Kisses by Bob Ford and John BodenRead more
The Death of Jane Lawrence by Caitlin Starling
The Death of Jane Lawrence by Caitlin Starling Review by Amber Logan A shiver went through her. “And when you died? What was there?” “Pain,” Renton said. “Pain, and knowledge. I played at magic, and I died. I died, and I knew magic.” “Can you teach me?” she asked, voice … The Death of Jane Lawrence by Caitlin StarlingRead more
They Stalk the Night by Brian Moreland
They Stalk the Night by Brian Moreland Terror stalks the remote snowbound forests and communities of Minnesota Brian Moreland published his first novel back in 2006 and is one of those authors who deserves much more coverage in the horror press than he probably gets. I have read the majority … They Stalk the Night by Brian MorelandRead more
Jump Cut by Helen Grant
Jump Cut by Helen Grant Fledgling Press 2023 Reviewed by Mario Guslandi It is well known that I am a short story lover and that,as a rule,I seldom face the task of reading ( and reviewing) novels. I guess my suspension of disbelief doesn’t last long enough… But there are … Jump Cut by Helen GrantRead more
Split Scream Volume Four
Split Scream Vol. 4 Review To curate a perfect double feature, there’s a plethora of factors to consider. Should both films come from the same genre, same time period, or feature the same actor? But regardless of what throughline holds a double feature billing together, an effective double feature excels … Split Scream Volume FourRead more
We Are Here To Hurt Each Other by Paula Ashe
We Are Here To Hurt Each Other by Paula Ashe ASIN : B09T2G4K2YPublisher : Nictitating Books; 1st edition (21 Feb. 2022)Language : English Review by Kit Power So, author Paula D. Ashe and I have been Facebook friends for some years, and I greatly … We Are Here To Hurt Each Other by Paula AsheRead more
The Collector by Laura Kat Young
The Collector by Laura Kat Young Publisher : Titan Books Ltd (12 Sept. 2023)Language : EnglishPaperback : 320 pages The consequences for grieving and depression are terrifying Laura Kat Young’s 2022 debut The Butcher was one of the most striking novels of the year … The Collector by Laura Kat YoungRead more
The Daughters of Block Island by Christa Carmen
The Daughters of Block Island by Christa Carmen A Horror Book Review By Jim Mcleod For those who are casual horror fiction fans, Gothic tales can be a stumbling block. Accustomed to quick scares and rapid bloodletting, many people can struggle with the complex and subtle nuances of gothic novels. … The Daughters of Block Island by Christa CarmenRead more
Christmas and Other Horrors, Edited by Ellen Datlow
Christmas and Other Horrors edited by Ellen Datlow Titan Books 2023 Review by Mario Guslandi Legendary editor Ellen Datlow needs no introduction to horror fiction lovers. She has edited countless anthologies of horror stories featuring original material, not to mention her series of Best Horror of the Year volumes. This … Christmas and Other Horrors, Edited by Ellen DatlowRead more
Grieving the Spirit by Brooklynn Dean
BOOK REVIEW: GRIEVING THE SPIRIT by Brooklynn Dean Brooklynn Dean Books, Available July 18, 2021 on Amazon Review by Damascus Mincemeyer ‘For many deceivers are entered into the world, who confess not that Jesus Christ is come in the flesh. This is a deceiver and an antichrist.’ — 2 John … Grieving the Spirit by Brooklynn DeanRead more
Deification by Brooklynn Dean
BOOK REVIEW: DEIFICATION by Brooklynn Dean Brooklynn Dean Books, 103 Pages, Available February 17, 2021 on Amazon Review by Damascus Mincemeyer ‘Dies iræ! Dies illa; Solvet sæclum in favilla’ ‘The day of wrath, that day; will dissolve the world in ashes’ –Opening lines to Dies Irae (Day of … Deification by Brooklynn DeanRead more
Silent Key by Laurel Hightower
A Horror Book Review by Tony Jones The ghosts of the past follow a bereaved policewoman in this outstanding genre-bending horror novel Since Laurel Hightower’s excellent debut novel Whispers in the Dark appeared back in 2018 her fiction has continued to impress with subsequent novellas Crossroads (2020) and Below (2022). … Silent Key by Laurel HightowerRead more
Pre-Approved for Haunting and Other Stories by Patrick Barb
Pre- Approved for Haunting and Other Stories by Patrick Barb Keylight Books ISBN: 9781684429486 256 pagesA Horror Book Review by Justin Allec Horror writers come in all shapes and sizes, thankfully, and their tastes are as varied as jack o’ lanterns on All Hallows Eve. There are the old standards … Pre-Approved for Haunting and Other Stories by Patrick BarbRead more
A Light Most Hateful by Hailey Piper
A Light Most Hateful by Hailey Piper Publisher : Titan Books (10 Oct. 2023)Language : EnglishPaperback : 288 pagesISBN-10 : 1803364203 A Horror Book Review by Jim Mcleod A Light Most Hateful sees Hailey Piper make her debut UK publication with Titan … A Light Most Hateful by Hailey PiperRead more