Shadows of War, The Latest Fright Club Podcast You don’t find a lot of outright war/horror genre mashups, but there are a few. Most of them involve murdering Nazis (yay!!). But the shadow of war—its threat, its echoes, its reach toward civilians, its leftover orphans, its cowards and criminals—that influences … Shadows of War, The Latest Fright Club PodcastRead more
Closer Still by Richard Farren Barber, a YA Horror 400 Almanac Recomendation.
The YA Horror 400 almanac strongly recommends Richard Farren Barber’s recently reissued Closer Still Back in 2019, I reviewed Richard Farren Barber’s striking novella Closer Still, which Black Shuck originally published in their Signature Novellas series. The 115-page story sold terribly and was quickly forgotten. Few in the horror world gave it any press whatsoever except … Closer Still by Richard Farren Barber, a YA Horror 400 Almanac Recomendation.Read more
Boy Kills World (2023)
Boy Kills World (2023) Written by Tyler Burton Smith, Arend Remmers and Moritz Mohr Directed by Moritz Mohr Review by: Mark Walker Boy Kills World (2023) A fever dream action film that follows Boy, a deaf person with a vibrant imagination. When his family is murdered, he is trained by … Boy Kills World (2023) Read more
The Dissonance by Shaun Hamill
The Dissonance by Shaun Hamill, a book review by Jim Mcleod You’d think by now teenagers would learn not to open a mysterious book!! Or have seances in a graveyard Shaun Hamill’s The Dissonance is a unique and captivating fusion of dark contemporary fantasy and cosmic horror. A classic mix … The Dissonance by Shaun HamillRead more
Chisel the Bone by Renee S. DeCamillis
Chisel the Bone, Renee S. DeCamillis is Crafting the Perfect Horror Novel We are honoured to welcome Renee S. DeCamillis to Ginger Nuts of Horror with an amazing entry in our 5 Minutes series of author interviews to promote the release of her latest novel, Chisel the Bone, which be published by … Chisel the Bone by Renee S. DeCamillisRead more
Dust & Dark a new horror fiction magazine to launch in 2025
Dust & Dark, a new print and digital magazine specialising in short horror fiction, is to launch in 2025. The quarterly title will feature stories from an array of talented authors exploring the uncanny and unsettling, with a focus on chilling, atmospheric horror. Editor Owen Duffy says the Dust & Dark … Dust & Dark a new horror fiction magazine to launch in 2025Read more
A Mask of Flies by Matthew Lyons, Horror and Suspense at its Best
A Mask of Flies by Matthew Lyons A Horror Book Review by Tony Jones Intoxicating blend of supernatural horror, crime and road novel loaded with threats around every bend Once A Mask of Flies hits the bookshops it will be a major injustice if we do not start hearing serious … A Mask of Flies by Matthew Lyons, Horror and Suspense at its BestRead more
This Way Lies Madness – Call for Submissions
This Way Lies Madness, a Call for Submissions for a new anthology from Flame Tree Press, Lee Murray and Dave Jeffery. In the tradition of Poe’s ‘A Tell-tale Heart’ and Gilman’s ‘The Yellow Wallpaper’, This Way Lies Madness (publishing September 2025) will bring together a twisted tangle of dark stories featuring monstrous manifestations … This Way Lies Madness – Call for SubmissionsRead more
July 2024 YA Horror Roundup
YA Horror Roundup, July 2024 This latest YA horror roundup is the first since my book The YA Horror 400: an almanac of 400 teen horror reviews published between 2008-2024was published (in June). So moving forward, when new books reviewed have connections to The YA Horror 400 I will highlight … July 2024 YA Horror RoundupRead more
Crumb Catcher: An Intriguing and Hypnotic Film
Crumb Catcher A newlywed couple is held captive in a remote lake house by a maniacally optimistic inventor and his sour wife who are desperate to finance his dream project with a half-baked blackmail plot. Director – Chris Skotchdopole Writers – Chris Skotchdopole,Larry Fessenden, Rigo Garay Stars – Rigo Garay, … Crumb Catcher: An Intriguing and Hypnotic FilmRead more
Oddity: A Haunting Tale of Revenge and Horror
Oddity After the brutal murder of her twin sister, Darcy goes after those responsible by using haunted items as her tools for revenge. Release date: 19 July 2024 (USA) Director: Damian Mc Carthy Distributed by: IFC Films A Horror Movie Review by Hope Madden Back in 2021, writer/director Damian Mc Carthy cast a … Oddity: A Haunting Tale of Revenge and HorrorRead more
Members Club: The Full Monty meets From Dusk Till Dawn
Members Club Members Club, where wet Dreams, a middle aged male stripper group, take one last gig at a rural working mens club only to discover they are to become sacrifices in a plot to raise a murderous 16th century witch from the dead. Premiering at Frightfest 2024. Male strippers … Members Club: The Full Monty meets From Dusk Till DawnRead more
Snarl by John Boden
Snarl by John Boden a horror book review by Kit Power Kit Power provides a thoughtful perspective on the characters and their experiences in this dark tale. The review captures the essence of the book’s melancholic poetry and intense narrative, making it a compelling read. If you’re a fan of … Snarl by John BodenRead more
Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova
Check out this insightful book review of “Monstrilio” by Gerardo Sámano Córdova, written by Natalie Wall. The review delves into the novel’s exploration of parental grief, bodily difference, and acceptance, offering a compelling analysis of its unique blend of horror and tenderness. Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano Córdova A grieving mother … Monstrilio by Gerardo Sámano CórdovaRead more
Alexander James: From Chef to Writer.
Meet Alexander James, a chef turned writer with a passion for all things weird and wonderful. With a penchant for Dungeons & Dragons, double-stuf Oreos, and margaritas, Alexander’s love for the unusual extends into his writing. His candid attitude and unique perspective on horror as a genre make for an … Alexander James: From Chef to Writer.Read more