Skeleton Warriors, The Rise and Fall of a Toyline Legacy I’m endlessly fascinated by that work which likely should have struck a chord during the era it occurred, but for reasons outside of my understanding, never did. The toyline Skeleton Warriors hit toy shelves during the mid to lte 1990s, during an era … Skeleton Warriors, The Rise and Fall of a Toyline LegacyRead more
Exploring Clive Barker’s Tortured Souls Toy Line I’m aware that this is somewhat breaking the theme of previous articles in this series; for the most part, the toy lines I’ve explored have been notable for their targeting of child markets, yet consisting of profoundly graphic or horrific subjects. This particular range … Tortured Souls, Exploring Clive Barker’s Toy LineRead more
Madballs: The Most Disgusting Toys of the 80s How can any self-respecting child of the 1980s not have fallen in love with these gruesome, revolting little globs of ugliness? In a culture dominated by a sudden ready access to all manner of media (from video tapes of films and TV shows … Madballs: The Most Disgusting Toys of the 80sRead more
Introduction Vampires have long been a staple of popular culture, captivating audiences with their blend of horror, romance, and intrigue. However, as the genre evolves and new narratives emerge, the question arises: are vampires becoming a dull relic of the past? In recent years, the box office struggles of vampire-themed … Why Are Vampires Losing Popularity in Modern Media?Read more
Twelve Terrifying Toy Franchises: The Inhumanoids “The evil that lies within!” So proclaims the tag line of this fairly obscure but fondly remembered toy line of the mid to late 1980s. Like Transformers, MASK, Visionaries and numerous other lines of the era, Inhumanoids was a franchise that experienced a media blitzkrieg during the era of … Inhumanoids: The 1980s Toy Franchise You ForgotRead more
“Malfi weaves a captivating tale where fear and paranoia emerge from the everyday, pushing characters to their limits as secrets unravel and dark truths come to light, showcasing the fragility of trust in a profoundly unsettling world.” Senseless by Ronald Malfi What do you see…? When the mutilated body of … Senseless: A Tapestry of Horror and Deceit by Ronald MalfiRead more
The Dark Allure: How Horror Has Shaped Casino Design When you think of a casino, images of glittering lights, the hum of slot machines and the clink of coins probably come to mind. But there’s a shadowy corner of this world where fear mingles with fascination: horror-themed design. Some of … The Dark Allure: How Horror Has Shaped Casino DesignRead more
On Cocaine Bear and Other Human-Created Monsters by Tamika Thompson I wouldn’t call Cocaine Bear divisive, but the 2023 Elizabeth Banks-directed horror film about a bear who ingests cocaine and goes on a killing spree has definitely elicited some strong opinions. One camp, which includes me, is excited about the thrill ride … Cocaine Bear and Other Human-Created MonstersRead more
A Light in the Darkness by Dan Coxon A Light in the Darkness, Dan Coxon introduces Out of the Darkness, a brand new anthology of horror fiction that tackles the topic of mental health head-on, helping raise money and awareness for the charity Together for Mental Wellbeing. We’re all familiar … A Light in the Darkness by Dan CoxonRead more
The Nightmares of Finnegan Quick By Larry Hayes By night, Finn has horrible nightmares. By day, they come TRUE! Finnegan Quick is haunted by nightmares—so terrifying that he’s afraid to fall asleep. Worse still, Finn’s dreams don’t just stay in his head—they alter the waking world too. He’s already lost … The Nightmares of Finnegan Quick By Larry Hayes Hitting the Shelves 02 Jan 2025Read more
Spawn 2 Behind the Scenes Part 4 SPAWN 2: MORE WEIRD HORROR TALES ABOUT PREGNANCY, BIRTH AND BABIES, conceived and edited by award-winning author and anthology editor Deborah Sheldon, will be released worldwide by IFWG Publishing on 25 November 2024. This second volume follows the multi-award-winning and multi-award-nominated anthology of … Spawn 2, Behind the Scenes Part 4Read more
Spawn 2 Behind the Scenes PART THREE SPAWN 2: MORE WEIRD HORROR TALES ABOUT PREGNANCY, BIRTH AND BABIES, conceived and edited by award-winning author and anthology editor Deborah Sheldon, will be released worldwide by IFWG Publishing on 25 November 2024. This second volume follows the multi-award-winning and multi-award-nominated anthology of … Spawn 2, Behind the Scenes Part 3Read more
Free Horror Titles on WatchFree+ for November Your friends from VIZIO want to give you more reasons to be thankful this holiday season…13 to be exact. Get your scream on with these 13 FREE terror titles on VIZIO WatchFree + this November! WatchFree+ has thousands of FREE premium movies and … Free Horror Titles on WatchFree+ for November Read more
The Long Death is an 80-page standalone graphic novel that follows two children in the woods, where they must face the evil of The Butcher and The Old Crone. Hansel & Gretel meet The Texas Chainsaw Massacre! A new series of horror graphic novels to keep you awake at night! … The Long Death – A Complete OGN Gothic FairytaleRead more
John Kratky, The Horror of My Life In independent comics, few creators have carved out a unique niche quite like John Kratky. With a journey that began in 2006, he has navigated various genres.Ultimately honing in on his true passions: crime and horror. His latest offering, “The Long Death,” is … John Kratky, The Horror of My LifeRead more
