You finish it. And you feel the dirt, that metaphorical dirt, still there. Under your nails. In the creases of your skin. A residue of Scratch Moss. It doesn’t wash off easy. Barnett hasn’t just written a novel; he’s conducted a séance for a whole way of life, and the … Digging into Darkness: A Review of Scratch Moss, David Barnett’s Mining Folk HorrorRead more
BOOK REVIEWS
The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre by Philip Fracassi: A Review
You have to wonder at what point a suspicious death stops being a byproduct of old age and starts being a statistic. The line is blurrier than you think, especially when you’re pushing eighty and living in a place specifically designed for people to quietly expire. looks at that blurry … The Autumn Springs Retirement Home Massacre by Philip Fracassi: A ReviewRead more
Chasing Moonflowers by Pauline Chow, Review: Gothic Horror Meets 1925 Hong Kong
Chasing Moonflowers by Pauline Chow Review: Gothic Horror Meets 1925 Hong Kong Chow has crafted something unique here, a historical fantasy that uses its fangs to critique history, a horror story where the most terrifying monster might be the system itself. It’s flawed, yes. Overstuffed, perhaps. But it’s also vibrant, … Chasing Moonflowers by Pauline Chow, Review: Gothic Horror Meets 1925 Hong KongRead more
Hinterland by Logan Spurgeon: Review: A Visceral Debut of Cannibal Cults and Clashing Beliefs
Hinterland by Logan Spurgeon: Review: A Visceral Debut of Cannibal Cults and Clashing Beliefs Quill & Crow Publishing House; 268 Pages; Available Now On Amazon A Horror Book Review by Damascus Mincemeyer One day in April 1856, in what is now South Africa, a 15-year-old girl from the native Xhosa … Hinterland by Logan Spurgeon: Review: A Visceral Debut of Cannibal Cults and Clashing BeliefsRead more
Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix
Grady Hendrix’s Witchcraft for Wayward Girls: Horror Meets Empowerment Introduction Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady Hendrix delves into the enchanting realm where magic intertwines with social justice. This captivating novel navigates the journey of young girls embracing their powers while challenging societal norms. . Grady Hendrix’s latest novel, “Witchcraft … Witchcraft for Wayward Girls by Grady HendrixRead more
Here Be Dragons – A Response to King Sorrow by Joe Hill
Here Be Dragons – A Response to King Sorrow by Joe Hill This is going to get spoilery. Go read the damn book. So, then. Ten years after The Fireman, Joe Hill returns to the world of novel writing with an absolute behemoth of a book (900 or 1000 pages, … Here Be Dragons – A Response to King Sorrow by Joe HillRead more
My Favourite Horror Books of 2025: A Triumphant (and Difficult) Year-End List
My Favourite Horror Books of 2025: A Triumphant (and Difficult) Year-End List Right. Making lists. An act of pure optimism, or maybe masochism, in a year that’s felt like being slowly digested by a cheerful, indifferent beast. I mean, honestly. Trying to pin down the best horror of 2025? I’ve stared at … My Favourite Horror Books of 2025: A Triumphant (and Difficult) Year-End ListRead more
Naughty or Dead: A Killer Review of ‘Til The Yule Log Burns Out’
Filled with a candy box assortment of holiday monsters, cursed objects, and wrathful spirits, Till The Yule Log Burns Out will make the perfect stocking stuffer for the literate horror fan on your gift list. Just be sure the presents are the ones you bought, because the life you save … Naughty or Dead: A Killer Review of ‘Til The Yule Log Burns Out’Read more
The Forsaken and the Fated by Camilla Raines: A Gothic Romance Review
In essence, The Forsaken and the Fated proves there is lasting appeal in polishing a familiar mould with genuine depth of character and inclusive warmth. It is an engaging read that prioritises heart over groundbreaking horror. The Forsaken and the Fated by Camilla Raines: A Gothic Romance Review For readers deeply familiar … The Forsaken and the Fated by Camilla Raines: A Gothic Romance ReviewRead more
Below by Alaric Cabiling: The Horror That Waits in the Dark
Below by Alaric Cabiling: The Horror That Waits in the Dark Poverty was one thing; a catastrophe was another. That line arrives early in Alaric Cabiling’s debut novel, and it sits with you. It sits with you because you understand, almost immediately, that this is a book about the difference … Below by Alaric Cabiling: The Horror That Waits in the DarkRead more
Keith Rosson’s Fever House and the Devil By Name: A Duet of Destruction
The parcel from Black Crow Books hit the doormat with a certain weight, a promise. You know the feeling. That specific, quiet thrill before the knife-slide of the box cutter. Inside, the two limited editions, Fever House and The Devil By Name, weren’t just books; they were artefacts of pure beauty. For a … Keith Rosson’s Fever House and the Devil By Name: A Duet of DestructionRead more
How Technology Redefines Entry to Australian Casinos
How Technology Redefines Entry to Australian Casinos The New Face of Online Casino Access The act of registration in an online casino in Australia has quietly evolved from a bureaucratic step into a technological showcase. What used to be a formality involving passwords, verification codes and waiting periods is turning … How Technology Redefines Entry to Australian CasinosRead more
Midnight Somewhere, Wandering Through Johnny Compton’s Dark Imagination
Midnight Somewhere, Wandering Through Johnny Compton’s Dark Imagination So. Midnight. It’s just a time on a clock, right? A neat little transition from one day to the next. But you know, and I know it’s never just that. It’s the witching hour. The time when the familiar contours of your … Midnight Somewhere, Wandering Through Johnny Compton’s Dark ImaginationRead more
The House of All Sorrows Review: A Jekyll of a Good Read (Or a Hydeous One?)
Consider this your prescription. A dose of Gadz’s narrative that splits your reading experience clean in two. You’ll be half desperate to recommend it to everyone, and half tempted to Hyde it away for yourself. The perfect novel for anyone who likes their horror with a side of pedigree and … The House of All Sorrows Review: A Jekyll of a Good Read (Or a Hydeous One?)Read more
Kidnapped on Screen: The 5 Most Unforgettable Kidnapping Horror Movies
The idea of being kidnapped is one of those primal fears, one of the first worries we have as children. No doubt, those fears have inspired many of these horror movies, and our own connection to those same anxieties is why so many of them hit home. From Hounds of … Kidnapped on Screen: The 5 Most Unforgettable Kidnapping Horror MoviesRead more