Survival Horror Tony’s top YA picks for making it through the night Cinematically, sticking a bunch of dumb, good-looking teens in the middle of nowhere to get picked off by hillbilly cannibals is as old as the hills, but remains incredibly rare as a storyline or trope in a teen … Top YA Survival Horror Picks for TeensRead more
Introduction Winter. The word conjures snowball fights and sledding, Christmas displays and lazy days spent home from school. Yet grim shades lurk beneath those cheery wonderland joys. Winter is the time when daylight dwindles and skies darken with overcast gloom. The earth becomes barren, trees turn skeletal, and even the … Winter’s Shadows: Hauntings and HoarfrostRead more
Introduction Few films can genuinely capture the magic and tension that Jaws unleashed over fifty years ago. Now, with the release of Into the Deep, audiences are treated to a surprising return to form for Richard Dreyfuss, who takes on the role of Seamus, a character that echoes the wisdom … Into The Deep, A Deeply Flawed Shark ThrillerRead more
Palace of Shadows by Ray Celestin: A Book Review by Carmilla Voiez Palace of Shadows is an exciting page turner that leaves us grappling with truth and subterfuge long after the story is complete. Reflecting the tone of outstanding novels such as “House of Leaves” and “The Elementals”, the Chesterfield … Palace of Shadows: A Gripping Gothic Thriller ReviewRead more
Championing Diverse Voices: A Call to Book Reviewers to Champion Authors from Marginalized Backgrounds The voices we choose to amplify can shape cultural narratives, influence perspectives, and pave the way for a more inclusive world. Yet, the publishing industry has long been characterized by systemic inequities, often sidelining authors from … Championing Diverse Voices, Lets Uplift NowRead more
Most charming of all is that the film looks great. The lighting is colourful, visually matching the kind of new queer horror appearance showcased best in recent works by Alice Maio Mackay and Jane Schroenbrun. I can definitely see myself rewatching and I’m excited to see what the filmmakers do … The Dark Satire of eVil SubletRead more
Introduction Delilah S Dawson’s Guillotine stands as a striking example of this blend, inviting readers on a harrowing journey that exposes the chasms of wealth disparity and class resentment. Following the life of Dez, a determined college student with dreams of a fashion career, the novel embarks on an Easter … Guillotine by Delilah S Dawson: A Dark ReviewRead more
Introduction Ian R Cran’s *The Apparitions of Ruin* offers a captivating introduction to a world filled with ghostly secrets and chilling suspense. Set against the backdrop of Friar’s Dale, a quaint British village renowned for its hauntings, this novel invites readers to embark on a journey with three gifted siblings … The Apparitions of Ruin: A Captivating MysteryRead more
David Lynch: The Ultimate Realist- My Life in Horror David Lynch has no interest in capitulating to that dread. Rather, he puts it up in screen, tells us that the experience of that anxiety is part of the point of being. Even if it does unsettle, disturb and/or terrify, it’s what … David Lynch: The Ultimate Realist- My Life in HorrorRead more
Introduction The idea of homecomings often transforms into a chilling experience. While a homecoming might conjure feelings of warmth and nostalgia, for horror filmmakers, it typically signals a descent into terror. From eerie childhood memories to sinister encounters in familiar settings, these films tap into the unsettling notion that safety … Horror’s Best Terrifying Homecomings ReviewedRead more
Preaching to the Perverted by James Bennett offers a thought-provoking and engaging experience that encourages readers to examine their views and assumptions about sexuality and religion. This book is a sincere, well-researched dive into a significant topic, making it a must-read for anyone looking to gain deeper insights into these … James Bennett’s Preaching to the Perverted: A Breakthrough in Queer HorrorRead more
“There was another blur and then a spatter of blood. It went everywhere, like a chipmunk tossed into a wood chipper.” Introduction With a unique flair for intertwining the grotesque and the profound, her latest offering, The Home, pushes the boundaries of the genre, seamlessly blending quiet dread with splashes … The Home: Mind-Bending Horror of Judith SonnetRead more
Book Review: Daubed in Darkness, by J. Daniel Stone by Thomas Joyce such is the power of Stone as a storyteller that he too can describe such deliciously dark scenes in such detail that we can’t help but picture them in our mind’s eye, and be disturbed. Nightmarish images of … Daubed in Darkness by J. Daniel Stone’sRead more
Book Review: The Way Up is Death by Dan Hanks Like the unholy offspring of Cube and Hellraiser, The Way Up Is Death is a mind-bending blend of horror, sci-fi, and the human condition that will leave you battered and bruised but hungry for more. Introduction The Way Up Is … The Way Up Is Death: A Gripping NovelRead more
Top 5 Horror Movies of 1974 You Must Watch Chinatown, Young Frankenstein, The Godfather: Part 2, A Woman Under the Influence, Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia, The Conversation, and Lenny—1974 was a hell of a year in movies! Many genres flourished during this period, but horror stood out … Top 5 Horror Movies of 1974 You Must WatchRead more
