Top YA and Middle Grade Horror Books of March/April We have eight books in our latest Middle Grade and YA roundup and open with the junior category. Lindsay Currie returns with another enjoyable romp, with an engaging historical slant, with It’s Watching, whilst Gabriel Dylan delivers the fourth entry in … Top 8 YA and Middle Grade Horror Books of March/AprilRead more
Little Brown Bird: A Powerful Horror Short on Dementia
Little Brown Bird (2023) Written and Directed by Peter Rogers On the shortest day of the year an overworked farmer must care for her father, who is living with dementia, as he becomes increasingly convinced something is hunting them. Little Brown Bird: A Horror Short on Dementia I met writer, … Little Brown Bird: A Powerful Horror Short on DementiaRead more
A Palace Near the Wind: Exploring Duty and Tradition
Title: A Palace Near the Wind by Ai Jiang Author: Ai Jiang Release Date: April 8, 2025 A review by Melody E McIntyre I was pulled to A Palace Near the Wind both by the beautiful cover and that it was written by Ai Jiang, a fellow Canadian author. I … A Palace Near the Wind: Exploring Duty and TraditionRead more
825 Forest Road: A New Horror Experience
825 Forest Road Introduction Stephen Cognetti has made a name for himself with the wildly popular Hell House LLC franchise. Now, stepping away from the found-footage style that defined his earlier work, Cognetti presents 825 Forest Road, a haunted house film that aims to capture the eerie charm of Ashland … 825 Forest Road: A New Horror ExperienceRead more
Hell of a Summer, A Gen Z Twist on Summer Camp Slashers
Hell of a Summer Introduction. Hell of a Summer emerges as a fresh take on the beloved summer camp slasher trope. Directed and co-written by Finn Wolfhard and Billy Bryk, this film not only pays homage to the classics but also infuses it with a distinctively modern twist that resonates … Hell of a Summer, A Gen Z Twist on Summer Camp SlashersRead more
Retreat (2024) — A Chilling Descent into Trauma and Cultish Horror
Retreat (2024) — A Chilling Descent into Trauma and Cultish Horror A mother and son head to a retreat to move past a family tragedy. Soon truths are revealed that start to make it clear that the help they need is not there. Director – Christopher Newberry Writer – Christopher Newberry … Retreat (2024) — A Chilling Descent into Trauma and Cultish HorrorRead more
Appalachian Horror The 5 Must See Horror Movies!
How many great horror films are set in Appalachia? So many that we had to leave these off the top 5 list: Wrong Turn, Evil Dead, Jugface, The Mothman Prophesies, The Descent, even Silence of the Lambs! Because what were we looking for? Something that really dug into the landscape, … Appalachian Horror The 5 Must See Horror Movies!Read more
Brom’s Enchanting Slewfoot: Magic and Mayhem in 1666
In the haunting and enchanting world of Brom’s “Slewfoot: A Tale of Bewitchery,” readers are transported to Colonial New England, circa 1666. This historical horror novel intricately weaves themes of misogyny, magic, and the struggle for autonomy in a society steeped in rigid moral codes. At the heart of the … Brom’s Enchanting Slewfoot: Magic and Mayhem in 1666Read more
Matt Wesolowski’s Bold (Don’t) Call Mum
Tip of the day: avoid rural trains in the north of England! (Don’t) Call Mum by Matt Wesolowski The Northern Weird Project Throughout 2025, Wild Hunt Books will publish six fantastic pocket-sized novellas from authors based in the North of England and who are also engaging with the North as … Matt Wesolowski’s Bold (Don’t) Call MumRead more
Why ‘Six Stories’ is a Must-Read for Horror Fans
Why ‘Six Stories’ is a Must-Read for Horror Fans Introduction The Northern Weird Project Throughout 2025, Wild Hunt Books will publish six fantastic pocket-sized novellas from authors based in the North of England and who are also engaging with the North as setting, subject and character. The novellas incorporate eerie … Why ‘Six Stories’ is a Must-Read for Horror FansRead more
Gamezone Official Domain: Your Ultimate Gaming Paradise
Gamezone Official Domain: Your Ultimate Gaming Paradise In today’s fast-paced world, gaming has emerged as more than just a pastime—it’s a global phenomenon that brings people together from all corners of the earth. Whether you’re a casual player who enjoys a few rounds on the weekend or an aspiring pro … Gamezone Official Domain: Your Ultimate Gaming ParadiseRead more
Why Mystery in Dr Who and Horror Movies Matters
Why Mystery in Dr Who and Horror Movies Matters This will be a rambling essay from me, not that I would expect anything different from me. I am a waffler, if nothing else. Warning I go off topic, but I do get back to my point after a fair bit of … Why Mystery in Dr Who and Horror Movies MattersRead more
The Exchange and Other Calamities by Mallory McCartney, and Excerpt and Giveaway!
Today, Ginger Nuts of Horror is excited to bring not just an excerpt of The Exchange and Other Calamities by Mallory McCartney but also a chance to win a copy of The Exchange and Other Calamities. Details on how to win a copy of the book can be found after the excerpt. … The Exchange and Other Calamities by Mallory McCartney, and Excerpt and Giveaway!Read more
The Damocles Files: The Key of the Abyss – Cover Reveal
Ginger Nuts of Horror is excited to bring you the cover reveal for the latest supernatural World War Two thriller from Benedict Jones and Anthony Watson Volume three of The Damocles Files: The Key of the Abyss. Mixing horror, spy drama and explosive World War Two action, Volume three of The Damocles Files: … The Damocles Files: The Key of the Abyss – Cover RevealRead more
Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab Get Excited!
Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab From V. E. Schwab, the No. 1 Sunday Times and New York Times bestselling author of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue: comes Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil, a new genre-defying, unforgettable novel to sink your teeth into. Santo Domingo de la Calzada, … Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab Get Excited!Read more